{"product_id":"double-jointed-pliers","title":"Vortek Double-Joint Locking Pliers","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.vp{--o:#ff6500;--m:#c7c7c7;max-width:1100px;margin:auto;overflow:hidden;border-radius:24px;background:#090909;color:#fff!important;font-family:Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.65}.vp *{box-sizing:border-box}.vp section{padding:56px 24px}.vp .alt{background:#121212;border-top:1px solid #292929;border-bottom:1px solid #292929}.vp .label{display:block;width:100%;text-align:center;color:#ff8a24!important;font-size:12px;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:1.6px;text-transform:uppercase}.vp h2,.vp h3,.vp h4,.vp strong,.vp summary{color:#fff!important}.vp h2,.vp h3{text-align:center}.vp h2{font-size:44px;line-height:1.05;text-transform:uppercase}.vp h3{font-size:32px}.vp h2 span,.vp h3 span{color:var(--o)!important}.vp p{color:var(--m)!important}.vp .lead{max-width:760px;margin:auto;text-align:center;font-size:18px}.vp .grid,.vp .reviews{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,minmax(0,1fr));gap:16px;max-width:980px;margin:28px auto 0}.vp .card,.vp .use,.vp .review,.vp .trust\u003ediv{padding:22px;border:1px solid #2c2c2c;border-radius:17px;background:#151515}.vp .icon{display:grid;width:48px;height:48px;margin-bottom:12px;place-items:center;border-radius:14px;background:rgba(255,101,0,.14);color:var(--o)!important;font-weight:900}.vp table{width:100%;max-width:850px;margin:auto;border-collapse:collapse}.vp th,.vp td{padding:15px;border-bottom:1px solid #292929;text-align:left}.vp th{width:38%;background:#151515}.vp td{background:#0d0d0d;color:#c5c5c5}.vp .uses,.vp .trust{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,minmax(0,1fr));gap:14px;max-width:980px;margin:28px auto 0}.vp .trust\u003ediv{display:flex;min-height:150px;align-items:center;justify-content:center;flex-direction:column;text-align:center}.vp .trust .icon{margin:0 auto 12px}.vp .placeholder{color:#ff8a24!important;font-size:10px;font-weight:900;text-transform:uppercase}.vp details{max-width:850px;margin:0 auto 10px;border:1px solid #2b2b2b;border-radius:14px;background:#121212}.vp summary{padding:18px}.vp .answer{padding:0 18px 18px;color:#bdbdbd}.vp .cta{text-align:center}.vp .cta-box{max-width:650px;margin:26px auto 0;padding:23px;border-radius:18px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#ff7600,#db4300)}@media(max-width:760px){.vp section{padding:44px 17px}.vp h2{font-size:33px}.vp h3{font-size:27px}.vp .lead{font-size:15px}.vp .grid,.vp .reviews,.vp .uses{grid-template-columns:1fr}.vp .trust{grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr}.vp th,.vp td{display:block;width:100%}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"vp\"\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eReach Into Tight Spaces More Easily\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOpen The Handles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReach Beyond Standard Pliers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead\"\u003eVortek Double Jointed Pliers use a compound-joint design to provide useful jaw movement in confined spaces. They are intended for gripping, positioning and handling suitable components—not for every fastening task.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore access.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLess awkward hand positioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e↔\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompound Joint\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvides additional jaw travel through a compact handle movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eConfined-Space Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUseful where standard pliers are difficult to open fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDedicated Hand Tool\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to keep ready for repetitive workshop tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe details that\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematter.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble jointed pliers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGripping and positioning suitable parts in confined areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJoint Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompound double-joint mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJaw Style\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAs shown in product images\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal tool construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle awkward components\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith more room to work.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"uses\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e01\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eEngine Bays\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReach suitable clips and parts in tight areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e02\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHose Work\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrip compatible clamps and fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e03\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWorkshop Assembly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition small parts where access is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"use\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e04\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGeneral DIY\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse for suitable gripping tasks around the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eWhy South Africans Choose Vortek\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUseful products.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo unnecessary fuss.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e✓\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003eSA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocal-Market Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e↻\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday Utility\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"icon\"\u003e★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eCustomer Feedback\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat customers love\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eabout it.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviews\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stars\" style=\"color:#ff6500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The double joint gives you way more jaw travel than normal pliers in a cramped spot — I grabbed a hose clamp deep in the engine bay that I couldn't get near before. Good grip and comfortable handles. Just don't force them like a spanner; they're a gripping tool, not for cracking tight nuts.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewer-loc\" style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarius Botha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:13px\"\u003eBloemfontein, Free State  ·  Verified Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stars\" style=\"color:#ff6500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Genuinely clever design. The extra joint lets the jaws open wide without needing to spread the handles miles apart, which is perfect when there's no elbow room. Grips awkward parts securely and the build feels solid. It's become my go-to for fiddly tight-access jobs.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewer-loc\" style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThandeka Nkosi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:13px\"\u003ePietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal  ·  Verified Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stars\" style=\"color:#ff6500;font-size:16px;margin-bottom:6px\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Really handy addition to the toolbox. I used them positioning small parts during an assembly where my fingers just wouldn't fit. The compound action gives a strong, controlled grip and they feel well made. Great value for how often they get me out of an awkward spot.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reviewer-loc\" style=\"margin-top:10px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEbrahim Isaacs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:13px\"\u003eCape Town, Western Cape  ·  Verified Purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"alt\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything you need\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto know.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan they loosen seized nuts?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eUse the correct spanner or socket for fasteners. Pliers can slip or damage flats.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre they insulated for electrical work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eDo not use on live circuits unless the tool is specifically certified and marked for that purpose.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan they cut wire?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eOnly if a cutting section is clearly shown and intended for the wire type.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill they fit every confined space?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eNo. Check the jaw shape, handle clearance and component position.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan the joints be overloaded?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eYes. Do not extend the handles or apply excessive force.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow should they be maintained?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"answer\"\u003eKeep the joints clean, dry and lightly lubricated where appropriate.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"cta\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eReach More Awkward Work Areas\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition the jaws.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply controlled pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cta-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVortek Double Jointed Pliers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompound-joint access for suitable gripping tasks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vortek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46153915793594,"sku":null,"price":599.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/2848\/3514\/files\/IMG-6664.png?v=1785094407","url":"https:\/\/vortek.co.za\/products\/double-jointed-pliers","provider":"Vortek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}