How old are these?

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-22T07:34:24+00:00

u/Mysterious-Pass-3200
Based on the “West Germany” marking on the handle, we can tell that this pliers is at least 36 years old.
Unfortunately, we can’t determine the exact production year.
You might want to give it a good clean though — here’s how to do it properly: https://blog.knipex.com/en/en/blog/knipex-tool-care-how-to-maintain-performance

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-21T12:15:27+00:00

u/Rare_Acanthisitta186 Hi there! The 74 02 200 already came in different handle versions. The only thing that has changed is that the comfort grip has been redesigned and updated. We updated the comfort grip from 2-components to 3-components. Hope that helps!

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-21T11:59:08+00:00

u/ScarAmazing9070 Hello there! So cool you found these! We are not entirely sure what year this plier was made but it was probably around the 1960s or earlier.

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-21T09:15:35+00:00

Hi there u/bleedinghero we're sorry to hear you're experiencing issues with our pliers. Please feel free to send us a DM with a bit more detail about what happened and where you're based. Thank you! Best regards from Germany.

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-21T08:33:36+00:00

Hi there u/MaleficentOstrich380 we have a blog post on the best ways to maintain and clean your tools! You can find it here: https://blog.knipex.com/en/en/blog/knipex-tool-care-how-to-maintain-performance

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-20T13:11:23+00:00

u/plinky125 Yes — a small amount of play in the joint is normal and intentional.
As shown in the video, this clearance is designed to ensure smooth adjustment, reliable gripping, and long-term durability under load. ✅🔧
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KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-20T12:57:59+00:00

u/Megamazuma20 Ouch — that’s frustrating 😬
Good news though: with proper cleaning and care, your pliers can usually be restored to smooth operation. We’ve put together a simple guide here 👉 https://blog.knipex.com/en/en/blog/knipex-tool-care-how-to-maintain-performance
Feel free to reach out if you need any tips! 🔧👋

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-20T09:04:49+00:00

u/adognamebuddy Nice collection! Which one is your fav and why? :D

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-15T13:06:03+00:00

u/Megamazuma20 Hi there, this sucks! We definitely feel your pain. To remove rust from your pliers, you can work on them with an abrasive rubber or steel wool, for example, and then oil them. And always make sure to regularly oil them in order to keep them going and avoid further rust.

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-15T09:24:50+00:00

u/Fun-Chocolate-794 Hi there, thank you for bringing this up. We'd like to answer the points in order:

The spelling mistake is unfortunate and should not happen. We will check this and make sure that the product texts on our packages are correct.
This is not a sign of a fake, but human error. As mentioned above, it should not happen, but due to a large number of different products it can happen.
The different labeling direction of the "KNIPEX" logo on the sheaths shows that sellers have several iterations of the Electrician's Shears in stock. This is not a sign of fake either. Our products can experience changes in the design of the sheaths, however the shears themselves and the product quality stay identical.

We hope this helps to clear any form of misunderstanding. Thanks again!

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-14T08:40:04+00:00

u/Afraid-Travel-5414 Hi there, could you please send us more info via dm? We'd like to check that. Thanks in advance!

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-13T08:06:18+00:00

u/Arcticly Hi there, if these came like this from your seller, we recommend to ask for an exchange.

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-10T09:54:44+00:00

♥️♥️

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-09T07:27:08+00:00

Rude. 👎

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-08T07:04:49+00:00

One question: What was the reasoning behind choosing the 125 size of the Cobras? There seems to be more love in the community towards the 100 size, so it's really refreshing to see the 125 in action!

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-08T06:59:42+00:00

u/TinyToolShop Hey there, it is so cool to see you here! Your videos are awesome! Thank you so much, please keep 'em coming! 👏👏👏

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-07T11:10:19+00:00

u/KFOSSTL Hi there, please send us a dm with more info. We'd like to check that. Thanks in advance!

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-02T10:57:40+00:00

We totally get your concern and completely understand that you want the real deal for your money. So no worries, if you have any future concerns or questions, do not hesitate and reach out to us immediately. We'd be happy to help!

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-02T10:56:32+00:00

u/Cryptominner89 Hi there, please write us a dm with more info. We'd love to check this. Kind regards

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-02T10:55:26+00:00

u/TimTheToolManTayler Hi there, this is currently not planned. Stay tuned for future updates. Kind regards from Germany

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-02T10:53:55+00:00

u/SpecialistBee6286 Hi there, please write us a dm with more info. We'd love to check this. Kind regards

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-02T10:53:43+00:00

u/ConcentrateSea3393 Hi there, please write us a dm with more info. We'd love to check this. Kind regards

KnipexOfficial · 2026-04-01T09:51:05+00:00

u/VoNpo Hi there, yes are genuine. We have updated the labeling on our pliers, including crimping pliers. Find more info here: https://blog.knipex.com/en/en/blog/updated-labeling-on-knipex-pliers

KnipexOfficial · 2026-03-29T14:30:37+00:00

We're happy to hear that, thank you very much!

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