DURATECH DT001047AR Plier
- Plier
- 1.94 pounds
- Thermoplastic Rubber
A rubber-handled plier from DuraTech with a solid 4.6 rating across 202 reviews, worth a look if a comfortable grip matters more than a lightweight build.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.6★ across 202 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
202 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ 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
A thermoplastic rubber handle and a 0.88 kilogram build define DuraTech's DT001047AR plier. It holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating across 202 reviews and has sold roughly 50 units in the past month.
The rubber-covered handle points to a design meant for comfort during extended gripping or cutting rather than a minimalist bare-metal tool. At 0.88 kilograms it sits on the heavier end for a hand plier, and the listing does not explain whether that reflects a larger jaw size, added components, or packaging weight. Jaw type and length are not specified, so check the product photos against your task.
- Handle: thermoplastic rubber
- Weight: 0.88 kilograms
- Model: DT001047AR
- About 50 purchases in the past month
Who it's for
Anyone who wants a plier with a cushioned, rubber-covered grip for repeated use will find this fits. It is less suited to someone needing a lightweight, pocket-sized plier, given the weight here runs heavier than typical.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Thermoplastic rubber handle for grip comfort
- Rated 4.6 out of 5 by 202 buyers
- Jaw type and length not specified
- Runs heavier than a typical single plier
Performance notes
Grip comfort is likely the main strength here, since thermoplastic rubber handles are chosen to reduce hand fatigue during repeated squeezing. Cutting or gripping capacity depends on jaw type and length, neither of which this listing discloses.
Specifications
| Brand | DuraTech |
|---|---|
| Model | DT001047AR |
| Item Weight | 1.94 pounds |
| Handle | Thermoplastic Rubber |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DURATECH DT001047AR PlierThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 202 | 3.9 / 5 |
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| 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 DuraTech DT001047AR
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the handle on the DuraTech DT001047AR made of?
Thermoplastic rubber, according to the listing.
How much does the DT001047AR weigh?
0.88 kilograms, on the heavier side for a hand plier.
What is the DT001047AR rated?
4.6 out of 5 stars across 202 reviews.