Parallel Pliers

Our Parallel Spring Inserting Pliers feature stainless steel jaws with smooth edges that will not mar posts.

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 If you only have one set of parallel pliers on your bench, this is the set to have.

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These beautiful pliers are just plain awesome. If you've ever had to remove a spring that has broken off inside or flush with the post before, you're familiar with the risk of moving the post, scratching the post, and generally how challenging it can be to access the broken spring from the desired angle.

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These are the go-to pliers for most repair shops, and are one of our favorite all around pliers because of its versatility. The hard coated tapered steel jaws feature a small working surface at the tip to allow you to get into tight spaces. The parallel jaw action gives you a solid grip and aids in bending keywork and springs. The handle is sprung, but the springs are easily removable to suit your preference. Try coating the jaws with leather or teflon to reduce marring on keywork. The Small Chain Nose Pliers are excellent for flute and clarinet work, and the Medium Chain Nose Pliers will work great for saxophone.

Small: 140mm
Large: 160mm

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MusicMedic quality Brass and Soft Jaw Parallel Pliers are available in three sizes. With the added choice of a sturdy Nylon jaw Pliers, there is no reason you can't get a grip without leaving marks! Learn More

MusicMedic quality Parallel Pliers are available in three sizes, no shop should be without them all! Learn More

Large Nylon Jawed Parallel Pliers - Replacement Pair of Red Nylon Jaws Learn More

Unlike most key swedging pliers, these modified Knipex pliers have a massive amount of gripping power which will speed up the process of key swedging without overly marring keys.

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Parallel Open Duckbill Pliers feature a 3.5mm gap between medium-wide jaws. The jaws do not close completely and offer an even, secure hold on larger keys and pad cups. The smooth jaws prevent marring of keys and the non-slip handles ensure a solid grip when bending. Learn More

German-made Knipex pliers are a superior tool for gripping, holding, and bending parts. The smooth and parallel nickel-plated jaws will not mar keys or hardware. They are easy to use in most instances that parallel pliers are used. These pliers use a push button to change the jaw opening between the 13 different positions. Learn More

The jaws of these pliers have one flat side and one half round. They are great for shaping curved metal parts, and have the added benefit of increased surface contact through parallel action. Learn More

The Parallel Round Nose Pliers have a long round nose that is excellent for bending springs and thin metal, and also for grabbing keys and parts. These heavy duty pliers come with wide, spring-loaded handles. Learn More

Our Extra Large parallel pliers have the widest jaws of any woodwind parallel plier available. These are excellent for all jobs needing a wide flat surface. The wide textured handle allows for a comfortable grip and the extra large surface area keeps a solid grip for more leverage on bigger parts. The parallel action of these smooth jaw pliers allows for maximum contact with the key or rod surface, minimizing any marring or damage to soft key work. This plier is available in three sizes, no shop should be without them all!

Length: 6.5 inches or 16.51 cm

Jaw Thickness: 10.26mm Learn More

Our Medium parallel pliers are excellent for all jobs needing a flat surface. The pliers are spring loaded for easier handling and feature a textured handle. These pliers feel good in the hands and the larger surface area keeps a solid grip on parts. The parallel action of these pliers allows for maximum contact with the key or rod surface, minimizing any marring or damage to soft brass key work. Length: 5.5 inches or 13.8 cm Jaw Thickness: 7.6mm Learn More

These large parallel pliers have plastic lined jaws to protect the finish of keys. The screw allows you to set the jaw width or hold parts firmly. Length: 6.5 inches or 16.5 cm Jaw Thickness: 12.2mm with plastic Learn More