TEKTON 37123 Plier
- Plier
- 10.6 ounces
- Alloy Steel, Vinyl
A durable alloy steel plier with a comfortable vinyl grip for general shop use. Confirm the jaw style in the listing photos if your task needs a specific profile.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.7★ across 794 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
794 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 311 pliers we track - how the scorecard works · full pliers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The TEKTON 37123 is a hand plier built with an alloy steel body and vinyl grip handles, weighing 10.56 ounces. TEKTON positions its hand tools for shop and garage use with an emphasis on build durability.
Alloy steel gives the jaws strength for repeated gripping and twisting tasks, while the vinyl coating improves handle grip and comfort over bare metal. The listing does not specify jaw type, needle nose, slip joint or groove joint, or overall length, so buyers looking for a specific plier style should confirm from product photos.
- Alloy steel construction
- Vinyl coated handles
- 10.56 ounce weight
- 4.7 average rating across 794 reviews
Who it's for
Fits shop and garage users who want a durable, comfortable gripping tool for general repair tasks. Less useful if you need a specific jaw profile confirmed before purchase, such as needle nose for tight spaces.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Alloy steel body for durability under repeated use
- Vinyl coated handles improve grip comfort
- Moderate 10.56 ounce weight balances leverage and portability
- Jaw type and overall length not specified
- No published cutting or gripping capacity
Performance notes
The alloy steel construction is built to withstand repeated gripping and twisting without deforming, and the vinyl coated handles cut down on hand fatigue during extended use. At 10.56 ounces it sits at a moderate weight, solid enough for leverage without being cumbersome to carry.
Specifications
| Brand | TEKTON |
|---|---|
| Model | 37123 |
| Item Weight | 10.6 ounces |
| Handle | Alloy Steel, Vinyl |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEKTON 37123 PlierThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 794 | 3.8 / 5 |
| KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierKnipex | 4.9 / 5 | 29,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 9,296 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the TEKTON 37123
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What are the TEKTON 37123 handles made of?
Vinyl coated grips over an alloy steel body.
How much does it weigh?
10.56 ounces.