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Pliers from Meadville since 1886

Channellock

Pliers and hand tools made by a long-running Pennsylvania manufacturer.

Designed inPennsylvania, USA
Made inMeadville, Pennsylvania for many pliers
Known for430 Tongue & Groove Plier
01 / Story

The tool became the company name.

George B. DeArment began forging farrier tools in Pennsylvania in 1886. The company’s tongue-and-groove pliers became so recognisable that CHANNELLOCK eventually became the corporate name.

  1. The DeArment tool business begins.

  2. A multi-position tongue-and-groove plier is developed.

  3. The sixth generation operates in Meadville.

02 / Flagships

Start with these.

Three products that define Channellock.

03 / Origin

What the manufacturing claim covers.

The claim follows the product line, not just the logo.

Covered production
  • Non-locking pliers
  • Snips, professional drivers and pry bars
  • Specified ratcheting wrenches
Sources & further reading2 official sources

Brand statements and product ranges change. Verify the current country-of-origin marking on the exact model before purchase.

04 / Compare

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Take the origin note with you.

Channellock explicitly says a select number of products are imported. Check locking pliers, sockets, specialty tools and every kit by SKU.

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