The IPS PH-165 pliers are a slip-joint plier with replaceable non-marring soft touch plastic pads. These pliers feature soft grip vinyl handles and have an integrated wire cutter. The Igarashi Pliers Co, commonly known as IPS, manufacturers a complete line of pliers from traditional types to the largest variety of non-marring plastic lined pliers available. IPS products are manufactured in Japan and are very good quality.