Abstract: A tool particularly suitable for use in crimping includes two arm members and a pair of working jaws each supported on a different one of the arm members. A drive arrangement such as a pair of handles is connected to the arm members for moving the arm members relative to each other between open and closed positions. The drive arrangement, arm members and working jaws provide two force transmitting paths each extending between a different point on the drive arrangement where an external operating force is applied, and a different one of the working jaws whereat the operating force is transferred to an article to be worked on by the tool. At least one pivotal connection is provided, including at least one pivot member and a bearing member for engaging the pivot member. The bearing member is arranged to deform resiliently when the operating force is transferred to the bearing member by the pivot member.

Abstract: Wire-stripping pliers include stripping jaws which close with and then move longitudinally relative to clamping jaws for stripping the insulation. A conductor end stop is mounted on a stripping jaw to define the stripped length and consists of an H-section member of which the web forms the stop abutment and the side limbs can flex in response to pressure on their upper ends for engaging and disengaging teeth on their lower ends from corresponding teeth on the sides of the stripping jaw.