I found new Klein limited edition Lineman’s pliers at Lowe’s when scouring the tool deals section for any new last-minute Black Friday promos.
These Klein Freedom Series pliers are their typical New England-style side-cutting pliers, but with American flag and eagle decorations around the jaws and pivot.
Klein describes these as being part of their custom collector series.
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Here’s a closer and clearer look at the new limited edition tool.
You can find the Klein Freedom Series pliers in the Pro tool deals section at Lowe’s stores, and it’s also available for online purchase.
While Lowe’s gave these pliers more floor space than they did for last year’s special edition Klein pliers, the display holds fewer tools.
By my count, the display holds a maximum of 18 tools. Lowe’s website says the stores in my area have between 6 and 14 in stock, suggesting they’re selling fairly well and quickly.
The tools have dipped handle grips in plain black – I would have preferred the glittery ones from last year’s special edition.
Price: $39.98
Made in USA
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The model number is D20009NE24.
Amazon has the regular version (D2000-9NE) for under $36, and Home Depot has it for the same $40 as for the limited edition at Lowe’s.
Klein Tools D2000-9NE Linemans Pliers – via Amazon
Klein Tools D2000-9NE Linemans Pliers – via Home Depot
Should You Buy One?
I asked myself the same question, and bought a pair on the spot. I’ll take a closer look and then gift them to a family member’s electrician friend who is just starting out.
Klein makes excellent lineman’s pliers. These are the regular price, but with specially decorated jaws.
They’re a limited edition. If you’re on the fence and leaning towards buying them, go ahead and grab a pair. If you’re worried about buyer’s remorse, don’t open the packaging and put your receipt in a safe spot until you’re sure it’s a keeper.
Lowe’s says they have over 1100 available for shipping, which should give you a little time to think it over.
Looking for more tool deals and bargains? As usual, I’ve been more impressed with Home Depot’s Black Friday deals and holiday gift center this year- be sure to check ’em out.
fred
I have a flagpole on my properties and like to fly the American Flag when I’m in residence. Although I have no strong feelings, I’m not a fan of using the flag as motifs to adorn tools, clothing or other items. But that’s just me – and I suppose others who think differently may buy these. Limited edition items do seem to sell.
JR Ramos
Y’know, I’m not a fan of the trend, either…I guess at this point it is far beyond a trend. Seems like it started with everyone wanting to be a SEAL team copycat and patches started showing up everywhere. But the more recent things with “permanent” flags on pickup truck beds (where they get soiled and tattered in no time flat) and all of the off-color flag variations just bug me. I’ll carefully go out on a limb and say it, but I also am not a fan of the “thin blue line” motif of altered US Flags, either. Toolboxes and tools…not the worst I suppose. But this said, an awful lot of people now and over the last few decades simply do not learn flag etiquette, if not have a feeling of respect or reverence for it and what it stands for (and many are jaded or outwardly callous about it as well).
A couple years ago I pulled out a 1950s-era USMC booklet about flag etiquette and as I read through it, it made me aware of just how widespread the misuse and disrespect is these days but I suspect many just aren’t aware of how or why that is.
Actual flags vs. flag-themed items is different, of course, but it seems like we’ve crossed some lines. Maybe it’s how it has become a commercial marketing tool such as these pliers are at the root. Klein and the trades they support most are fully behind this, though, very understandably.
Stuart
I feel there’s a huge difference between American flag decor on USA-made tools and some of the other products out there, such as bathroom products.
Times change. I see nothing wrong with this.
Andy
Normally I agree. But flag code is one of the few traditions that I feel needs to stay. Using the flag as a decoration is one of the few reasons I’m willing to boycott a company.
Jim Felt
Yes. Agreed.
MattT
Pictures of flags aren’t flags.
Brad
Constant outrage at just about anything gets tiring, how about we talk about a made in the USA quality tool instead? Isn’t that what we all want?
As a retired 18-Echo I have no problems with a tool or shirt with a flag logo on it as it’s absolutely not a flag and can not in any shape or form be construed as one.
Stuart
Saying “I’m not a fan” isn’t outrage.
If you want to see outrage, title a post [brand] “dropped” a new [tool] and see what kinds of messages you get.
Stephen Sebert
I love Kleins (side cutters), as a Marine, and a retired Electrician, I have mixed feelings. The flag has been used badly for decades now so the ediquette seems to have been outdated, sadly. I think this is a good price, but would it kill them to put a fish tape puller, or even a crimper? My pouch still has the 35yo. Klein that has a little burn in the cutters.
Bill
I think many of us have some burned cutters. I know I do, and I’m not an electrician. Years ago, while installing a gas cooktop with an electric griddle, I quickly gauged where to cut the supplied wire by first plugging it into the under counter outlet. “This looks about right”, so I cut it. Unfortunately, in my haste I forgot to unplug it first. I still have those well insulated dikes as a reminder.
JR Ramos
Etiquette hasn’t changed at all except for the inclusion of all-weather synthetic fabrics now, which are the norm for pole flags.
I think I’d just like to see it stay red-white-and-blue and get rid of the o.d. and black and thin blue line and pink and whatever else…and for gosh sakes all these idgits flying them upside down as a protest statement.
Thank you for your service as well as your trade!
Rachel
I got last year’s glitter ones. As a Lady Tinner I liked having a fairly unique handle. And then of course I was demoing a heater that the sparky said was disconnected and now have a nice little hole in them. 🤦♀️But they did their job and saved my hand so I’m not complaining too much.
Armando Gonzalez
Absolutley nothing wrong with putting flags and clothing or tools others do sycles,Che guevara shirts and communists flags American Patriotism is ok in my book
Vards Uzvards
These pliers should work nicely together with the Blackout screwdrivers Stuart wrote about not long ago.
PW
It’s kind of funny to me that Klein’s big move this holiday season is to be more fashion-oriented. Black screwdrivers, flag pliers – fashion accessories for men!
More power to ’em if it keeps their US assembly lines running and my countrymen employed. Hard not to chuckle though.
F
These are professional grade pliers for guys that use them every day, The flag is just a series if tools. There is a flag on the rear of the Maverick pickup truck. I see no problem with this.
Wayne R.
Our flag being as just more visual noise motivates me to stay clear of this stuff. And I sure don’t need any blacked out anything.
Klein, made in the USA since 1857, is all that needs to be emphasized for anyone unaware.
M B
I wouldn’t pay extra for it…those laser etched designs are gonna wear off with use anyways.