Seemed absolutely fine *for what it is*. Many seem to miss that, however. To clarify, this is a 5" set of cobras. Some vid on youtube likes the teeth on the 6" model better, never compared both in person. Either of those seems fine for EDC, a smidge more leverage on 6"/better teeth supposedly, but I went with this one. I figured the hardest-to-reach-places would favor the smallest of tools. 10" Cobras will grip better, have lots more leverage, etc, this is the pocket version, easy to carry, great personal pliers, fits most anywhere, etc. -- *But never forget* -- 125 mm, about 5", this thing is *tiny*. I'd say the 7" model is "small" -- 5" is *tiny*. As in you can know it's gonna be super-small and still be surprised when ya first see 'em. Take a tape measure and measure out 5". And if you don't have a tape measure you probably shouldn't be buying Knipex tools.