Park Tool Master Link Pliers MLP-1.2

Works great. Must have tool.

If you've ever tried to connect a SRAM Powerlink or a KMC Missing Link, you know that sometimes it's a piece of cake, but most of the time it's not so graceful. I've worked with chains enough to merit trying the Parktool MLP 1.2 pliers out, and it was worth it. The pliers feel quality, with a nice rubberized coating on the handles.To remove (disconnect) a link, you simply stick the tips of the pliers on the outside of the chain rollers where your link is, and squeeze. With little effort, the chain link is disengaged and easily removed. No more fidgeting with a screwdriver, or two pairs of needle nosed pliers - the MLP 1.2 does the job swiftly. To install (connect) a link, it's basically the same - stick the tips in between the chain rollers where the link is, and pull the tool open - no slamming the pedal down, no tugging at opposite chain ends - once again, the MLP 1.2 does the job in mere seconds. The specially shaped plier ends is the secret - they are perfectly shaped to grab a chain roller.If I had to nitpick the product, I guess the only tiny complaint (not enough to remove a star) is that you have to use two hands to pull apart the plier arms when installing a link, but that really doesn't bother me. If I really needed one hand-operated tools, KMC sells separate "opening" and "closing" chain link pliers, but those two tools will cost an extra $6 compared to the equally capable MLP 1.2, without needing twice the rook in my tool box. Finally, the $15 price is fine for a high quality and ultra useful tool.

Made chain replacement a breeze. Quality Park Tools!

If you ride a bicycle regularly like I do, and you also maintenance your own bike then you will find this tool incredibly useful! With it you can readily remove your chain's 'speed link', then remove or replace your chain and again use this two-way tool to reconnect your chain using its speed-link.Its so easy, I now just remove my chain to clean it, drop it into a can or small jar with grease cleaning solution or even Dawn Soap. After thorough cleaning and drying, I use this same Park chain tool to reconnect my clean chain to the bike. Then I reapply chain lube and set it soak in overnight. Let's ride!

Pliers work as should, great product

I like this tool—it works! The Park Tool Master Link Pliers MLP-1.2 are simple to use and make opening and closing chain links easy. It’s well-built, feels durable, and fits comfortably in hand. A great tool for any cyclist.

Wish there was a screw to hold the two parts but instead there is some sort of metal press the doesn't look so durable .That is why I took one star.The fact that it is simple is pros not consThe plier metal itself looks o.k - It is a parktool - That is your insurance and I have read that such item from other companies tend to bend.

Bought these to remove and reinstall a chain when I replaced my front derailleur. It took a bit of squeezing but worked perfectly. Glad to add these to my growing Park tool collection.