Dykes 8542038397 Plier
- Plier
- 2 ounces
- Alloy Steel
- More reviewed than 92%
A compact, lightweight plier with an alloy steel handle, suited to light-duty cutting or gripping tasks around the home or workbench.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.5★ across 3,729 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
3,729 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon 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 Dykes 8542038397 is a plier with an alloy steel handle, weighing 2.05 ounces. Its light weight points to a compact, single-purpose plier rather than a heavy-duty multi-tool.
Diagonal cutting pliers are sometimes called dykes in trade slang, so the brand name here may reflect that terminology rather than a formal tool brand. The listing gives no jaw length, cutting capacity, or intended wire gauge, so buyers should confirm those details through the product images before use on anything beyond light wire work.
- Alloy steel handle
- 2.05 ounce weight
- Compact plier design
- Listed under Tools, Pliers category
Who it's for
Fits users who need a small, light plier for occasional wire or cable work around the home or workbench. Not sized for heavy electrical or industrial cutting given the low listed weight.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Lightweight at 2.05 ounces
- Alloy steel handle construction
- Compact size for light tasks
- No jaw length or cutting capacity listed
- No description of intended wire gauge
- No reviews to confirm durability
Performance notes
At just over 2 ounces, this plier is built for one-handed light-duty work rather than repeated heavy cutting. Alloy steel handles typically balance weight against durability, though jaw hardness and cutting capacity are not listed here.
Specifications
| Brand | Dykes |
|---|---|
| Model | 8542038397 |
| Item Weight | 2 ounces |
| Handle | Alloy Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dykes 8542038397 PlierThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 3,729 | 4.3 / 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 Dykes 8542038397
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the handle made of?
Alloy steel.
How much does this plier weigh?
2.05 ounces.