The Vise-Grip® Locking Tool was invented in 1924 by William Petersen, a blacksmith and Danish immigrant in DeWitt, Nebraska. Petersen created the first locking pliers in his blacksmith shop and began selling them from the back of his car to local farmers and residents of nearby towns. He patented his innovative tool and named it Vise-Grip®.
Since then, Vise-Grip® has achieved global recognition as the premier choice for locking pliers. The brand is synonymous with innovation and quality, consistently delivering proven performance. These tools are the preferred choice of tradesmen, often passed down through generations.
The IRWIN® VISE-GRIP® family offers a comprehensive range of tools, including locking pliers, water pump pliers, and VDE pliers, all certified by TÜV/GS. IRWIN® VISE-GRIP® pliers and wrenches continue to set the standard for reliability, quality, and innovation. Wherever there's a need for a high-quality tool, IRWIN® VISE-GRIP® is there to get the job done.
