Klein 38665 Plier
- Plier
- 2.84 pounds
- High Carbon Steel
A heavier, high carbon steel Klein plier built for trade use rather than light household tasks.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.7★ across 102 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
102 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ 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 Klein 38665 is a plier built with a high carbon steel handle and a total weight of 2.84 pounds, notably heavier than a typical hand plier. It fits tradespeople wanting a robust Klein tool for demanding pulling, cutting, or gripping tasks.
At close to 3 pounds this plier runs heavy for the category, which points to a larger or reinforced design rather than a compact everyday plier. Klein Tools is an established name in electrical and trade tools, though the listing itself does not name the jaw type or specific intended use.
- Model 38665
- High carbon steel handle
- Item weight 2.84 pounds
- 4.7 average rating from 102 reviews
Who it's for
Suits tradespeople already using Klein tools who want a heavier duty plier for jobsite work. Less suited to anyone wanting a lightweight, pocket sized plier for occasional home use.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High carbon steel handle construction
- Heavier build suited to demanding use
- Klein Tools brand
- Jaw type and function not specified
- Heavier than typical compact pliers
Performance notes
High carbon steel construction is built to handle repeated leverage without deforming, and the added weight at 2.84 pounds points to a larger frame suited to higher force work. Exact jaw type and cutting ability are not detailed in the listing.
Specifications
| Brand | Klein |
|---|---|
| Model | 38665 |
| Item Weight | 2.84 pounds |
| Handle | High Carbon Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klein 38665 PlierThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 102 | 4.0 / 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 |
| Channellock TG-1 PlierCHANNELLOCK | 4.8 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Klein 38665
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the Klein 38665 plier's handle made of?
High carbon steel, according to the listing.
How much does the Klein 38665 weigh?
2.84 pounds.
Is the Klein 38665 a lightweight plier?
No, its weight runs heavier than typical for the plier category.