10" Curved Jaw Locking Pliers

Palmgren locking pliers are designed for repeatable gripping force across fabrication, repair, maintenance, and assembly operations. The hardened steel construction provides durability under repeated shop use while the adjustable locking mechanism allows controlled pressure across varying material types and thicknesses.

The Palmgren 71050 10" Curved Jaw Locking Pliers are a staple in professional toolboxes across industries. The curved jaw profile is designed to maximize contact on round stock, pipe, and irregular surfaces, while the locking mechanism holds your set jaw opening with consistent pressure — freeing both hands for the task at hand.

The adjustable lead screw design comes with a 1/4" hex key drive which allows operators to fine-tune jaw pressure for improved control during gripping, turning, clamping, and holding operations. Once adjusted, the locking mechanism maintains secure contact throughout demanding tasks.

Manufactured with hardened steel components for long service life, these locking pliers are engineered to withstand repeated use in fabrication, automotive, maintenance, and general shop applications. Large diameter rivets provide secure joints delivering durable and robust pliers.

Jaw geometry is designed to improve contact across flat, curved, and irregular surfaces while maintaining controlled gripping pressure. This helps reduce slipping during high-torque operations.

Curved Jaw Profile
The curved jaw is shaped to conform to round and irregular workpieces, providing more surface contact than flat jaws. This increases grip security and reduces the risk of slipping on pipe, conduit, rod, and shaped fittings.

10-Inch Length for Leverage
At 10 inches, the 71050 delivers strong leverage for loosening stuck fasteners, holding heavy components, and exerting significant gripping force without excessive manual effort.

Precision Screw Jaw Adjustment
The adjustment screw lets you precisely set the jaw opening before locking. This means consistent, repeatable clamping on workpieces of the same size — valuable for repetitive assembly or repair tasks.

Integrated Wire Cutter
The built-in wire cutter in the jaw area provides on-the-spot wire and cable cutting capability, eliminating the need to switch tools mid-task.

Hardened Steel Jaws
Manufactured from hardened steel, the jaws maintain their edge sharpness through heavy, repeated use, ensuring long-term gripping performance.

• Gripping pipe, conduit, and round rod
• Loosening and tightening nuts and bolts
• Holding components during welding or soldering
• Automotive and mechanical repair
• General workshop and maintenance use
• Equipment service operations
• Assembly and positioning work

Q: What's the difference between curved jaw and straight jaw locking pliers?
A: Curved jaws conform to round and irregular shapes, providing better grip and less slipping on pipes and hex stock. Straight jaws are better for flat, parallel surfaces and small workpieces.

Q: Can I use the 10" curved jaw plier for welding clamps?
A: Yes. Many fabricators use curved jaw locking pliers for welding fixture work. However, for dedicated welding applications, consider the Palmgren Locking Welding Clamp for optimized design.

Q: How much clamping force does this plier deliver?
A: The screw-adjust mechanism allows you to control clamping force. The 10" length provides significant leverage for applications requiring substantial holding power.

Q: Is the jaw opening adjustable?
A: Yes. The screw-adjust mechanism lets you dial in the exact jaw opening for your workpiece, then lock it in place.

Q: What materials work best with the curved jaw design?
A: Round pipe, hex bolts, cylindrical stock, and any irregular profile that needs secure grip without marring. The hardened teeth provide excellent bite.