Aluminum pliers

[bluewatermafia]

I am a junior in high school and it is about time to purchase my class ring. I don't think i will really wear one so i talked it over with my parents and they are going to let me get somehing else to comemorate the experience.
I am thinking about getting a nice pair of offshore aluminum pliers and getting them engraved. Does anybody have any suggestions on a nice pair, maybe your favorite. any help or sugestions would be appreciated.

[mahifisherman]

Accurate pliers, are the way to go bud, good luck

[Seth]

Accurate makes nice pliers. You may also want to check out Alutecnos. They make a very nice brushed aluminum piece. I do have to say, they are expensive, but for something to engrave and build memories with they are outstanding. Pliers (http://www.tackledirect.com/alutecnos-mako-pliers1.html)
http://www.alutecnos.it/linea58/images/pliers-1.jpg

[trumant]

My 2 cents:

Not aluminum, but the Van Staal titanium pliers are hands down the best pliers I have owned, borrowed, envied, etc....
Never have to worry about them being "frozen" and I have never had to lubricate them.
Cutters on side are also phenomenal.
Pricey, but well worth it.

[Seth]

Van Staal ftw, this company makes some of the finest equipment on the market. I agree, you are going to think about that price, but the gear will last a lifetime. The 6 inch pliers are the ticket from VS.

[Capt.Ron]

I am about to get marrried - you think I could pull this same plan off in lieu of a weddin' ring?? What if I promise the wife to wear my fishing pliers everywhere I go - right on my belt for everyone to see?

mafia - lemme know which ones you end up getting!

[redneck_billcollector]

Van Staal are the best ones out there, I have a pair. Problem is, I have been known to loose pliers, even with lanyards so I don't take them fishing with me...lol. I only use them when working at home on making leaders and such. Ofcourse, I could use a pair of calcuttas for that. But, the point is, I have a pair, and I love them, I am just afraid to take them on the boat with me, I mean, I know Davy Jones would love a pair and something tells me, that is where my pliers would end up.

[raffel]

I am thinking about getting a nice pair of offshore aluminum pliers and getting them engraved. Does anybody have any suggestions on a nice pair, maybe your favorite.

[Oldcabdriver]

First of all, I've got to say it's great to see a young fellow who clearly has his head screwed on right! I agree with those who have talked about Van Staals. I've been using a pair for 10 years and the side cutter still clips braid cleanly. Outstanding tool. If possible, you ought to consider pressing the folks for these as a lasting alternative to a ring. Just don't forget to always have the lanyard firmly attached. Good Luck!!!