Utica Tool Co. 40-7 Diagonal Side Cutting Pliers USA

Utica Drop Forge & Tool was an important early maker of pliers, nippers, and other hand tools. The company was a pioneer in the production of low-cost but high-quality pliers, and later became an important producer of adjustable wrenches as well. In the 1950s Utica was on the vanguard of the consolidation of the tool industry, becoming the first company in a roll-up that eventually included Herbrand, Bonney, and Diamond. More info at

• http://alloy-artifacts.org/utica-tool.html
• https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/show-your-vintage-utica-tools.484066/
• http://progress-is-fine.blogspot.com/2015/02/gripping-tales-utica-drop-forge-tool.html
• https://wrenchwiki.com/utica-drop-forge/