IRWIN Vise-Grip 23 Locking Sheet Metal Tool 8 in
- Bending, forming and crimping uses listed
- 80 millimeter cutting width as listed
- 480 grams, alloy steel with plastic
- Ergonomic grip, gray
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An Irwin plier listed for bending, forming and crimping, in alloy steel with plastic grips. The listing gives little else and several fields contain unusable text.
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ASIN: B0000TFGFUModel: 23Category: Pliers
Overview
Not a locking or gripping plier by its listed uses, this Irwin tool is for bending, forming and crimping. The body is alloy steel with plastic, the grip is ergonomic and the color is gray.
The named uses make its purpose clear, and a mixed steel and plastic build gives a comfortable grip. The handle material field holds unusable text, the dimensions look wrong and the warranty is only called manufacturer.
Who it's for
Small forming and crimping jobs around a bench suit a plier with these listed uses. Heavy gripping and cutting call for a different pattern.
Pros and cons
- Bending, forming and crimping uses
- Alloy steel body
- Light enough for one hand
- Handle material entry unusable
- Dimensions entry looks wrong
- Crimp capacity not listed
- Warranty not described
Performance notes
The jaws apply bending and forming force through handle leverage, and the crimping use relies on the jaw profile. The listed cutting width is the only capacity figure. The listing does not describe the jaw shape.
Specifications
| Brand | Irwin |
|---|---|
| Model | 23 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 80 millimetershigher than 67% of 197 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 11.02 x 11.02 inches |
| Item weight | 480 grams |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy steel, plastic |
| Color | Gray |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer warranty |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Bending, forming, crimping |
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Frequently asked questions
What is included with the Irwin 23?
One plier. The included components field says only 1.
What is the Irwin 23 used for?
The listing names bending, forming and crimping.
Is the Irwin 23 a locking plier?
The listing does not call it one. Its listed uses are bending, forming and crimping.
How heavy is the Irwin 23?
The listing gives 480 grams.