Craftsman

CRAFTSMAN CMHT81712 Plier

Plier
7.4 ounces
Alloy Steel

4.8/ 5 on Amazon1,059Amazon ratings300+bought last month4.2ProductDome score

Better rated than 66%
More reviewed than 65%

Medium confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology

Best forYou want a sturdy general purpose plier that can handle repeated hard use.

A durable alloy steel plier from Craftsman, built for general gripping and pulling tasks rather than fine precision work.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track

4.2/ 5ProductDome scoreMedium confidence

Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.7★4.8

4.8★ across 1,059 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 637 ratings3.8

1,059 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score3.4

300+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score2.5

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 Craftsman CMHT81712 is a plier built with an alloy steel handle, weighing about 0.21 kilograms, roughly 7.4 ounces, designed for general gripping, bending and pulling tasks.

Alloy steel construction is chosen for added strength and durability, letting this plier stand up to repeated gripping, bending or pulling tasks better than lighter materials would allow.

Alloy steel handle
0.21 kilogram weight
Craftsman CMHT81712 model
General purpose plier

Who it's for

Suited to DIYers and tradespeople who want a durable, general purpose plier for the toolbox. Not specialized for fine electronics work given the alloy steel build.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out

Alloy steel handle adds durability
Reasonably light at about 7.4 ounces
Craftsman build quality

What to check first

No jaw length or cutting capacity listed
Not suited for fine precision work

Performance notes

The alloy steel handle adds strength for leverage heavy tasks, and at 0.21 kilograms it stays light enough for extended use without excessive hand fatigue.

Specifications

Brand	Craftsman
Model	CMHT81712
Item Weight	7.4 ounces
Handle	Alloy Steel

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.

Product	Amazon rating	Ratings	ProductDome score
CRAFTSMAN CMHT81712 PlierThis product	4.8 / 5	1,059	4.2 / 5
KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierKnipex	4.9 / 5	29,500	4.7 / 5
IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin	4.8 / 5	9,296	4.6 / 5
Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein	4.8 / 5	6,158	4.6 / 5
Channellock TG-1 PlierCHANNELLOCK	4.8 / 5	5,900	4.5 / 5

Frequently asked

Questions about the Craftsman CMHT81712

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

What is the Craftsman CMHT81712 handle made from?

It is made from alloy steel.

How much does it weigh?

It weighs about 0.21 kilograms, roughly 7.4 ounces.

Is this a specialty plier?

The spec data describes it as a general purpose plier rather than a specialized type.