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Definition of water-pump pliers

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Water pump pliers are basically channel lock pliers with large rounded jaws instead of the straight ones. My pair can easily encompass a 4" circle or go down a notch to cover a 3" circle. They are very handy for undoing oil filters in autos and pipe joints on ABS pipe.

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They look like an old fashion water pump

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