Quality Tool. Flat nose parallel pliers with brass lined jaw are excellent quality at an affordable price! Heads and jaws are made of high tool steel for years of use. Compound pliers give the user a superior hold with less fatigue. The soft brass jaws protects sheet stock and softer metals from marring. Give ours a try you'll agree that they make work a lot easier! Ideal pliers for a applying an even pressure to metal and wire Made of High Tool Steel with a Brass Lined Jaw That Prevents Marring on Metal Pliers have extension return spring in handle that provides for easy operation Compound-action handles are coupled to jaws that remain parallel throughout their range of motion. Pliers are 5 1/2 Inches Long.