A good tool kit should be versatile, and include all the
tools you need to complete a job.

But with so many tool kits on the market, which one should
you choose?

In this guide, we take
you through our top picks for tool kits for a variety of situations and uses. All made here in the UK, from
quality materials chosen to last.

Best DIY Tool Kit

Our choice: DIY
Plier Set Platinum 5 Pliers

Whether you are
a first-time buyer looking for an all-rounder kit for the jobs ahead, work in
property maintenance/development or you just love to dabble in DIY creating and
repairing stuff. This kit will set you up:

Tool set includes:

• Snipe Nose Serrated Jaws Parallel Plier
  125 mm
  – this tool is designed
  for working in tight spaces, or for accuracy with smaller items.
  
• Flat
  Nose Parallel Plier Comfort Grips 140 mm
  – these parallel pliers are
  ideal for gripping items evenly, in a handy compact size.
  
• End
  Cutting Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 150 mm
  – these end cutters
  are ideal for
  cutting
  hard wire
  cleanly, or for removing/cutting nails flush against a surface.
  The comfort grips make them easier to use for long periods.
  
• Side
  Cutter Parallel Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 160 mm
  – a versatile
  combination plier for both cutting and gripping. The serrated parallel jaws help
  give you a firm grip when you need it, and the built-in high-leverage side
  cutter easily cuts through hard wire with minimal effort.
  
• Diagonal
  Cutting Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grip 160 mm
  – a strong compound-lever
  action diagonal cutting plier, ideal for cutting through hard wire with ease.
  Comfort grips make these easy to use over long periods, and the
  induction-hardened HRC 64 jaws ensure they stay sharp.
  

Reasons to buy:

• Ideal for a range of DIY tasks, including
  gripping, cutting, pulling out nails, dealing with wire, and more.
  
• Parallel jaws give you an even grip, ensuring fewer
  slips, and less damage by overloading them.
  
• Case hardened jaws to HRC 57 mean these tools
  are built to last.
  
• Comfort grips make them comfortable to use over
  longer periods.
  
• Built to last, with hard wearing components and
  rust-proof finishes.
  
• Save money by purchasing multiple tools at once.

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Best Jewellery Tool Kit

Our choice: Jewellery
Making Tool Kit Platinum 6 Pliers

Maun has long been a go to when it comes to professional
jewellery tools and kits. In fact, the tools are so known across the jewellery
sector they simply refer to them as Maun’s. Whether you are honing your silversmith skills
at college or work independently as a Jewellery designer, these will last the
distance. Maun are also proud members of NAJ so must adhere to their high
standard of service and care.

Tool set includes:

• Smooth
  Jaws Flat Nose Parallel Plier 140 mm
  – the smooth
  jaws
  prevent damage to jewellery pieces, ideal for manipulating and straightening
  soft wire. The parallel jaws provide an even grip along the whole length of the
  jaws.
  
• Half
  Round And Flat Jaws Parallel Plier 140 mm
  – specifically designed for
  ring bending, a jewellery making essential. The smooth jaws ensure no damage to
  the metal, while the parallel jaws give you a firm grip without crushing the
  wire or sheet.
  
• Round
  Jaws 1 1/2″ Parallel Plier 140 mm
  – with two round jaws, these are
  designed for making accurate loops. The tapered jaws allow you to create
  multiple loop sizes with one set of pliers. Smooth jaws ensure no damage to
  your workpiece.
  
• Snipe
  Nose Smooth Jaws Parallel Plier 125 mm
  – these jewellery pliers
  are designed with tapered jaws, ideal for working with smaller items or in
  restricted spaces. Perfect for those finer tasks in jewellery making.
  
• Round
  And Flat Jaws Parallel Plier 140 mm
  – this versatile tool gives you one
  round jaw for ring bending and another flat jaw for a secure grip. Both jaws
  are smooth to ensure no damage to the final product.
  
• Nylon
  Jaws Flat Nose Parallel Plier 140 mm
  – for those extra sensitive
  materials, you can opt for nylon jaw pliers. These plastic jaw pliers prevent
  damage and scratches, and the parallel-action gives you a firm grip along their
  whole length.
  

Reasons to buy:

• Ideal for all aspects of jewellery making.
• Smooth and nylon jaws prevent any damage to your
  piece of jewellery.
  
• Parallel-action jaws mean you can work anywhere
  along the jaw length.
  
• Case hardened jaws to HRC 57 ensure these are
  built to last.
  
• Save money by purchasing in a set.

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Best Tool Kit for Model Making

Our choice: Model
Making Tool Kit Platinum 5 Tools

Those with a passion for scale modelling will love this kit.
Whether you love train modelling, war scenes, aliens, tanks or even pro
architectural stuff this kit will get you through. Perfect for cutting pieces
apart in kits and holding whilst painting details and more.

Tool set includes:

• Snipe
  Nose Smooth Jaws Parallel Plier 125 mm
  – when working with small
  miniature items or in tight spaces within the model construction, these tapered
  jaw pliers come in handy. The parallel jaws allow you a firm grip without
  crushing delicate pieces.
  
• Smooth
  Jaws Flat Nose Parallel Plier Comfort Grips 140 mm
  – these pliers help
  you accurately manipulate wire, as well as holding objects carefully during
  model making. They use comfort grips to make them easier to use over longer
  periods.
  
• Steel
  Straight Edge Imperial 12″
  – this is ideal when making marks for
  cutting or scoring material. These are engineered for accuracy, ensuring you’ll
  be making models to the correct spec.
  
• Side
  Cutter Parallel Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 160 mm
  – a versatile
  combination plier that can be used for both manipulating and
  cutting wire. The serrated
  jaws give you a very secure grip, while the parallel-action offers contact
  points along the whole jaw length, ensuring fewer mistakes that could damage
  your model.
  
• Clamping
  Parallel Plier With Plastic Jaw Inserts 160 mm
  – keeping items together
  is a big part of model making, which is why we included our clamping pliers in
  the set. The plastic jaw inserts allow you to hold items without damaging them,
  and the locking feature helps you secure them in place to free up your hand for
  other tasks.
  

Reasons to buy:

• Premium tools ideal for serious model makers.
• Comfort grips make it more comfortable to use
  over a long period.
  
• Parallel-action jaws provide you excellent
  precision without damaging your workpiece.
  
• Case hardened jaws to HRC 57 ensure these are
  built to last.
  
• Save money by purchasing in a set.

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Best Leatherwork Tool Kit

Our choice: Leatherwork
Kit Platinum 5 Tools

From saddlery or
apparel to upholstery making these tools come highly thought of. This kit will
ensure you are covered for many a task.

Tool set includes:

• Hole
  Punch Plier 1.0 mm To 4.8 mm Punches
  (plier, anvil and all punches)
  – this hole punch is
  ideal for repetitive punches, allowing you to work quickly yet accurately
  across your leather piece. It’s available in a range of punch sizes, allowing
  you to customise it to your specific job.
  
• Heavy
  Duty Revolving Leather Hole Punch Plier
  – this punch plier
  allows you to quickly swap between different punch sizes. It’s heavy duty and
  so is designed to cut through leather greater than 1.5mm thick. An exceptional
  leather punch plier.
• Steel
  Straight Edge Imperial 18″
  – this ensures you’re making accurate marks
  and cuts in your leather. The 18” version is useful for working with smaller
  pieces of leather.
  
• Steel
  Straight Edge Imperial 36″
  – likewise, this straight edge is good for accurately
  marking, scoring and cutting leather. The larger 36” size is ideal for marking
  larger pieces of leather.
  
• Cupped
  Rivet Plier 160 mm (plier & 1 X bag of 100 assorted rivets)
  –
  rivets are an essential part of most leatherwork, and this tool helps you close
  two part rivets with ease.
  

Reasons to buy:

• Specialist tools designed for accurate leatherwork.
• Empowers you to punch, mark, score, cut and
  insert rivets into leather.
  
• The comfort grips are ideal for use over a long
  period.
  
• Save money by purchasing in a set.

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Best Agricultural Tool Kit

Our choice: Outdoor
Plier Set Platinum 5 Pliers

Need a kit that works hard and is robust for those
demanding outdoor tasks. Perfect for farmers, avid gardeners, engineering jobs
and maintenance work.

Tool set includes:

• Side
  Cutter Parallel Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 200 mm
  – a versatile
  combination plier that’s ideal for bending and cutting through hard wire. Used
  to maintain or install
  wire
  fencing
  and repair chicken runs. HRC 62-65 case hardened cutting jaws
  ensure they remain sharp, even after repetitive hard wire cutting.
  
• Snipe
  Nose Serrated Jaws Parallel Plier 125 mm
  – this tool is ideal for those
  frustrating jobs in tight spaces, or when working with small items that require
  more finesse. The serrated jaws ensure a strong grip, while the parallel-action
  jaws increase the surface area on your item, so it requires less effort to grip
  it.
  
• End
  Cutting Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 150 mm
  – From removing nails
  from a piece of wood, to cutting hard wire flush against a surface, these
  end cutting
  pliers
  are versatile and highly useful. The comfort grips make them
  comfortable to use over longer periods.
  
• Side
  Cutter Parallel Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 160 mm
  – this is a
  smaller version of the combination pliers referenced above. Although lighter
  weight and suited to a smaller hand, they still pack a punch and are capable of
  repeatedly cutting hard up to 2.5 mm in diameter.
  
• Diagonal
  Cutting Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 160 mm
  – these are strong side cutters
  with compound-lever action multiplying your hand force by 22, reducing the
  effort required to cut through hard wire. The comfort grips make it even
  easier, with a soft feel to stop your hand feeling tired after long periods of
  cutting.
  

Reasons to buy:

• A complete tool kit for better agricultural and
  outdoor maintenance.
  
• Grip, bend, remove nails and cut hard wire with
  one tool kit.
  
• The comfort grips are ideal for workers who use
  them over long periods.
  
• Built to last, with robust construction and
  rust-proof finishes.
  
• Save money by purchasing in a set.

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Best Tool Kit for Crafts & Hobbies

Our choice: Hobby
Plier Set Platinum 5 Pliers

This set is created for those avid crafters/hobbyists
amongst us. Whether you love restoration of beautiful things, mini sculptures ,
wirework, making accessories and more this will aid you to achieve that
professional and clean finish.

Tool set includes:

• Snipe
  Nose Smooth Jaws Parallel Plier 125 mm
  – the narrower jaws are ideal
  for working in tighter spaces or with smaller items during your crafting work.
  The smooth jaws ensure you don’t scratch the item, and the parallel-jaws
  provide you a firm grip evenly along the jaws.
  
• Smooth
  Jaws Flat Nose Parallel Plier Comfort Grips 140 mm
  – these pliers
  provide a really accurate hold, allowing you to carefully manipulate objects or
  straighten wire. The smooth jaws prevent damage, making them great for working
  with soft wire.
  
• End
  Cutting Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 150 mm
  – these high leverage
  cutters are designed for cutting wire flush to a surface, as well as removing
  nails from wood.
  
• Side
  Cutter Parallel Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 160 mm
  – a versatile
  combination plier that allows you to both grip and cut hard wire. The serrated
  jaws provide excellent grip, while the parallel action and open throat make
  these jaws perfect for manipulating wire.
  
• Diagonal
  Cutting Plier For Hard Wire Comfort Grips 140 mm
  – these side cutters
  are designed to easily cut through wire. They can handle both soft and hard
  wire, with HRC 64 induction-hardened jaws to ensure they remain sharp. The
  comfort grips make them easy on your hands over longer periods.
  

Reasons to buy:

• Ideal for hobby and craft enthusiasts or
  professionals.
  
• A tool set to grip and cut wire, as well as work
  in confined spaces or with smaller items.
  
• Built to last, with robust construction and
  rust-proof finishes.
  
• Save money by purchasing in a set.

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Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed our guide to the best tool kits.

Discover
more in our related articles
below, or contact us with any questions:

• Plier Sets
• Best
  Wire Cutters
  
• Best
  Jewellery Pliers
  
• Best
  Combination Pliers
  
• Best
  End Cutting Pliers
  
• Best
  Side Cutters