CHANNELLOCK® Round Nose Linemen’s Pliers feature Xtreme Leverage Technology (XLT™) which positions the rivet closer to the cutting edge to make cutting easier than ever. State-of-the-art laser heat-treating offers a strong and consistent pattern across the cutting edge, adding increased strength and longevity over traditional hardening practices. Crosshatch jaw. provide maximum grip and longevity. A precision-machined knife and anvil style cutting system ensures perfect mating. CHANNELLOCK® Linemen’s Pliers are made in USA and forged from high carbon U.S. steel that is specially coated for ultimate rust prevention. The 369CB 9.5″ Linemen’s Pliers feature CODE BLUE® comfort grips. XTREME LEVERAGE TECHNOLOGY (XLT™) increases performance and reduces hand fatigue LASER heat-treated cutting edges perform better and last longer CUTS ACSR CROSSHATCH TEETH to provide maximum grip PRECISION-machined knife and anvil style cutting edges ensure perfect mating for superior performance and longevity FORGED high carbon U.S. steel for ultimate strength and durability is specially coated for ultimate rust prevention CODE BLUE® comfort grips 100% MADE IN USA