I just bought some Maun parallel pliers 4871-140, smooth, flat nosed ones. I'm a bit disappointed for the price, they don't feel like £30+ tool. The end of the jaws don't line up and they aren't quite parallel. Also, they feel like they grind a bit at the hinge - they don't feel smooth when you squeeze them, there's some slight pitting on the casting of the jaws. The spring seems very strong and pulls them further apart than I can comfortably reach.

I've been in touch with Maun and they have said the misalignment is because the spring is pulling that side and they could adjust them for me. They also say the are designed to not quite be parallel to maintain grip at the end.

Does anyone have any thoughts on whether they look acceptable?

Are the non branded ones terrible?







Thanks