{"product_id":"oldbones-9-inch-reversible-wire-twister-pliers-chrome-plated-wire","title":"Oldbones 9 Inch Reversible Wire Twister Pliers - Chrome Plated, Wire...","description":"\u003c!-- JHEARs Aerospace Clean Layout Wrapper --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"aplus-v2 desktop celwidget\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 970px; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, sans-serif; word-wrap: break-word; overflow-wrap: break-word; line-height: 1.6; color: #34F9FE; background-color: #0D0D1A; padding: 24px; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOldbones 9 Inch Reversible Wire Twister Pliers, Chrome Plated, for Aviation Safety Wiring and Lockwire Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety wiring quality is determined as much by the tool as by the technique. A poor-quality wire twisting tool gives inconsistent twist rates, slips during the twist, and makes working in confined spaces and awkward orientations unnecessarily difficult. Supplied by \u003cstrong\u003eJHEARs Aerospace\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Oldbones 9 inch reversible wire twister pliers are built for aviation engineers who safety wire regularly and need a tool that delivers consistent, professional-quality twists that meet airworthiness standards across the full range of fastener positions and orientations encountered in maintenance work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reversible mechanism is the key practical feature for real-world safety wiring work, allowing the twist direction to be reversed without removing and repositioning the tool. This matters when working in the tight spaces and awkward access angles that are routine around oil system fittings, control hardware, and structural fasteners on an aircraft where the geometry of the installation determines the approach angle, not the other way around. Chrome plating provides corrosion resistance for long-term serviceability in a workshop environment, and the 9 inch length gives the leverage needed to produce consistent twist rates without being unwieldy in the confined areas where safety wiring work is routinely performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oldbones 9 inch reversible wire twister pliers. Chrome-plated construction for corrosion resistance. Reversible twist mechanism for forward and reverse operation. Suitable for 0.020, 0.025, and 0.032 inch aviation safety wire and lockwire applications on all aircraft types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this is for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft mechanics and A and P technicians who perform safety wiring as a regular part of their maintenance work and need a durable, reversible wire twisting tool, MRO engineers requiring a professional-grade safety wire plier for consistent, airworthiness-standard twist quality across a high volume of safety wiring tasks, and any aviation maintenance professional who understands that the quality of the safety wiring installation starts with the quality of the tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.3em; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid #34F9FE; padding-bottom: 5px; color: #34F9FE;\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wire diameters are these pliers compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Oldbones reversible wire twister pliers are compatible with the standard aviation safety wire diameters of 0.020, 0.025, and 0.032 inch. These cover the full range of MS20995C lockwire sizes used in general aviation maintenance applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the reversible mechanism allow that a standard wire twister does not?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA standard wire twister only twists in one direction, which means the tool must be repositioned or the wire must be repositioned to work in installations where the natural approach angle would result in an unsatisfactory twist direction or quality. The reversible mechanism allows the twist direction to be switched without repositioning, giving the mechanic more flexibility in confined and awkward access situations without compromising twist consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many twists per inch should a correctly installed safety wire have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAviation maintenance standards typically specify 6 to 8 twists per inch for safety wire installations, though the applicable maintenance manual or regulatory standard for your specific aircraft and jurisdiction is the authoritative requirement. The consistent twist rate that a quality wire twisting tool delivers is essential for meeting this specification reliably across all installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should I purchase my safety wiring tools from JHEARs Aerospace?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eJHEARs Aerospace\u003c\/strong\u003e, we supply professional aviation safety wiring tools and consumables selected for use in MRO and maintenance environments where safety wiring quality is a direct component of airworthiness. Our range is chosen to give mechanics the tools they need to produce consistent, standard-compliant safety wire installations efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jhears Aero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54751390368073,"sku":"8aef2561402bdb5f916f958c","price":64.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/5770\/5801\/files\/BoxoUSA-9-Reversible-Wire-Twister-Pliers-VG486.jpg?v=1788023115","url":"https:\/\/www.jhears.com\/products\/oldbones-9-inch-reversible-wire-twister-pliers-chrome-plated-wire","provider":"Jhears Aero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}