{"product_id":"12-smooth-jaw-pliers","title":"12\" Smooth Jaw Pliers","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"nc3bgr\" data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"116\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eMilwaukee 48-22-6552\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"197\"\u003e12-inch smooth jaw tongue-and-groove plier\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"264\"\u003efinish work where protecting surfaces is critical\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eIt features \u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"308\"\u003esmooth, non-serrated jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e that grip firmly \u003cstrong data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"396\"\u003ewithout scratching or damaging chrome, brass, or polished finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for visible plumbing fixtures and trim 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