Howe-Style Straight Utility Pliers with 3.5mm Serrated Tips and Gold-Plated Handles, 13cm
A versatile pair of straight, Howe-style utility pliers, designed for gripping and manipulating fine wires and small components. The 13 cm body provides excellent leverage and control, while the 3.5 mm tips allow access to confined spaces.
Constructed from hardened stainless steel, these pliers resist corrosion and can be fully sterilised via autoclave. The working ends feature a fine, cross-cut serration to ensure a firm hold on wires and pins without slippage. The half gold-plated handles offer clear visual identification and a comfortable, ambidextrous grip.
Primarily used in orthodontic work, these pliers are also well-suited for jewellery making, electronics repair, and intricate model engineering where precise wire forming is required.
Quality & compliance
Manufactured by an ISO 13485:2016-certified medical device producer (Cert. PK250801003, LMS Assessments Limited — IAF/EGAC accredited). EU MDR Authorised Representative in place for 2025-2026. All steel and surface treatments meet the REACH directive (EC 1907/2006). View our supplier certificates.
- Overall length of 13 cm (approx. 5.1 inches) for precise control.
- Crafted from hardened stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
- Features 3.5 mm straight tips with cross-cut serrations for a secure grip.
- Fully autoclavable for sterilisation in clinical or workshop environments.
- Ergonomic, half gold-plated handles suitable for left and right-handed use.
Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- Orthodontic technicians placing or removing archwires
- Jewellery makers forming and bending soft metal wire
- Model engineers manipulating small brass or copper components
- Electronics hobbyists positioning component leads
Not for
- Cutting hardened steel wire — use dedicated wire cutters
- Gripping heavy gauge materials that may damage the fine tips
- Heavy-duty electrical work or terminal crimping
How this compares
| Howe-Style Straight Utility Pliers... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Hardened Stainless Steel | Standard steel, prone to rust |
| Sterilisation | Fully Autoclavable | Wipe-clean only |
| Tip Alignment | Precisely aligned serrated tips | Misaligned tips causing poor grip |
| Country of stock | UK warehouse | Overseas dispatch |