Old tool..What is it?

[jlwest]

 

[jlwest]

Not sure what this is?

 

[wbarnes]

These are safety wire pliers. They are often used in aviation to tighten safety wire that prevents nuts from backing off in critical applications.

 

[Mike Davis]

I saw a mechanic use one to wrap wire around a rubber hose connection and twist the ends to tighten and secure it.
Don't know the name of the tool.

 

[Bill Clemmons]

Safety wire pliers. Used in aviation industry.

 

[jlwest]

I need to figure out how they work.

 

[riggsp]

Grab the two ends of the safety wire (usually about .032" dia. stainless wire)...squeeze the handles until you are able to push the lock pin into the hole...pull the center knob and the pliers will spin, twisting the wire...takes a little practice, but works easily once you get the hang of it...I've had one of those for over 50 years...they come in handy in surprising ways.

 

[jlwest]

Thanks.

 

[Oka]

Some of the rebar guys use these

 

[Gotcha6]

Safety wire pliers. Used in aviation industry.

Also used on F1 and some NASCAR applications.

 

[Jclrk]

Lacing wire pliers we used in the army for automotive repair

 

[jlwest]

It's really cool and works. This one is from 1950's or earlier. No markings at all. Not to complicated and actually simple to use. All sorts of applications.