reinforced jaw hinge, self-locking lever w/ adjustment screw & one-handed quick release Locking Pliers can be used to shape and use wire in many different surgical procedures. A unique feature of this instrument is a reinforced jaw hinge as well as a self-locking lever with adjustment. This makes this instrument highly versatile and able to adapt to a variety of surgical scenarios. Additionally this instrument has a one-handed quick release and is available in three different lengths 7″, 8″ and 10″.