The KNIPEX Cobra XS Water Pump Pliers, No. 87 00 100, features a compact design that is just under 4" in length. The Cobra XS is fully functional and offers many of the same features found in other pliers within the Cobra series. These features include self-locking abilities on pipes and nuts for reduced hand-force and no slipping, jaw geometry, hardened teeth, pinch guard, and a one-handed adjustment for fitting various work piece sizes quickly and easily. In addition, the Cobra XS offers a secure gripping capacity up to 1", a slim-head design, textured handles, and 11 adjustment positions that can be selected with one hand by sliding a handle.