Barrel Pliers supply This is the original Expert

This is the original Expert design that has two bulbous gold plated bands on the cap

This was found in the back room of The Fountain Pen Shop in Monrovia

Early model

Nathan's method uses an O-ring seal made from a material that is extremely durable in this application

#HT-Q: 11" LONG TOOL WITH 7

Barrel Pliers supply This is the original ExpertReinforced barrel pliers with a second extra tough layer of soft plastic added to the business end for longer lasting useable life. There are also re liners available for these or other sourced similar pliers if the liners become torn. These are for safely grabbing onto barrels, sections and 51 hoods. For the latter application, 2 pair are better. 8 1 4" long. A useful tool, but a step down from Pentooling's custom He Man Pliers.