Re. the pliers: When they are used, do the jaws come together? The one I have the jaws are angled so when they close, they barely touch.
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The two sides of the pliers only completely touch at the tip of the pliers. Hasn't been an issue so far in my limited uses. But you have to set your expectations appropriately. I would describe these multi-tool as well built, small-job/emergency edc tools.
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It took me a while to get used to them, but I sure do like them now. They are by far the best tweezers I've had. You just have to find the right angle to turn them. Sometimes, I hold the blade sideways. Hope this helps.
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Correct, when you squeeze the handle, the jaws enlarge, opposite of what you'd expect from needle-nose pliers. There is a small spring, in the pliers, that holds the handles "open" for you, so that when you are done placing the snap ring, the jaws return to the closed position ready for the next snap ring. Confusing, but intuitive when you are using them since new snap rings are essentially closed, and you'd have floppy handled pliers without the "self-opening spring-loaded handles."
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Hi Melanee, the jaws are slightly open as per product photo. It will not open further.
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I have found it is more of a technique issue as opposed to a brute strength issue. I can pop it off in under a second...but I've gotten used to doing it. Just practice doing a "press & pull", it'll smooth out!
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Yes, I reported the same problem. But I have not thought yet how to solve it. May be, if you use some metal file and round somwhat the insertion sides of the cutters, they possibly can go easier into the handle. I have not tried it yet myself.
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It depends on the case; with mine, it didn't quite fit in the opening, I had to cut the opening a little bigger (about 1mm on each end) with a Dremel.
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You're referring to the little wire deal attached to one of the handles? On the set the I have it does provide a little spring-back action. Not much, but enough that it opens the handles to allow me to reposition the clippers for the next cut. Obviously you need to move the little clip so that it's pointing towards the clipping end of the clippers. By the design of it, it can't-not open the handles after squeezing them closed. If yours doesn't, maybe the clip isn't bent quite enough. Maybe use some pliers and bend the clip a little more? Hope it helps.
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Tighten up the knobs. Mine work fine. I recall having a little hassle positioning the to exactly where I wanted them to be, but I haven't used the saw stops for about a year, so my recall is fuzzy. All multiples are identical. If you get looseness after tightening, then return the product for one that works.
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that is very odd , I take mine apart every shave and clean it and the blade ,sounds like you got a defected one ? since when they go together it doesn't take much to snug it down , I think you would have had to use a vise to break it and I don't see you doing that ,so I would ask amazon
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I bought this same multi-tool a month or so ago, and the pliers are still rather tight. I don't think if will ever be a one hand operation. But I would rather have it tight than loose and sloppy. I'm sure you will enjoy the many uses of this tool.
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I had a similar situation. they do not fit well over existing. however I got the Dremel and trimmed them. I made them fit. Used the plastic beads to secure them in place and they did fine. but make no mistake! You cannot eat with them.
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I agree with Brian; Scotty reviewed the PRO model, the largest one in the line-up. The ones that are spring-loaded (i.e., that have a spring behind the jaws) also come with a small cover to keep the jaws closed when not in use. Interestingly enough, the Vampliers versions of this tool are the same as the Engineer versions, except that the Engineer models don't have the jaw cover included. That may partially explain the difference in price. I've noticed in the photos that the Vampliers versions even have the word "Engineer" on their grips, which are red for Vampliers, green for Engineer. I have both the mid-sized Engineer PZ-58 and the Vampliers PRO (the largest), so I can confirm that. I agree with Brian; Scotty reviewed the PRO model, the largest one in the line-up. The ones that are spring-loaded (i.e., that have a spring behind the jaws) also come with a small cover to keep the jaws closed when not in use. Interestingly enough, the Vampliers versions of this tool are the same as the Engineer versions, except that the Engineer models don't have the jaw cover included. That may partially explain the difference in price. I've noticed in the photos that the Vampliers versions even have the word "Engineer" on their grips, which are red for Vampliers, green for... » Read More I agree with Brian; Scotty reviewed the PRO model, the largest one in the line-up. The ones that are spring-loaded (i.e., that have a spring behind the jaws) also come with a small cover to keep the jaws closed when not in use. Interestingly enough, the Vampliers versions of this tool are the same as the Engineer versions, except that the Engineer models don't have the jaw cover included. That may partially explain the difference in price. I've noticed in the photos that the Vampliers versions even have the word "Engineer" on their grips, which are red for Vampliers, green for Engineer. I have both the mid-sized Engineer PZ-58 and the Vampliers PRO (the largest), so I can confirm that. « Show Less
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Mine were on VERY tight, I ended up using a butterknife to pry the edges away so it would slide. My thumbs hurt, but we were finally able to move the screw caps.
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No, I don't think so. I just tried to unscrew one by hand and was unable to do so. I did not try to force it with pliers.
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I think it's the way your mouth guards are formed. If you did them on your own like I did, mine are uneven. It's not so easy to put them in hot water and then put them in your mouth to form them, consequently they do not fit to your teeth properly.
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Hi Nana. Stubborn little thing isn't it? When I first tried it, I thought " Wow! This thing ain't right!", but it's just made that way. I assume that's because the assembly has a slight spring pressure that keeps it from coming apart before you're ready. There are two small "nubs" on the shaft of the orange plastic assembly that prevent the thing from just coming apart. You need to exert a little more force and it comes right out. I wouldn't use pliers or a screwdriver...well maybe a screwdriver (extra vodka please !)... but not a mechanical device. I hope this helps you out. ( It seems to come out easier each consecutive time.) Have a great day. Tony