Edlund 6412HDL Heavy Duty 12" S/S Locking Gripper Tongs

Easy to use. Fits well in my hand. Grips food well. I’m buying my second one now because I can’t do without it!

These tongs are perfect! If it weren't for a product review on tongs in "Cook's Illustrated," I would probably never have looked at this brand. "Cook's" says Edlund's the best, and they are! They are sturdy stainless steel, close without pinching, and have the right amount of grip in the "business" end. I am glad that I ordered four different pairs: 9" (very convenient size for breakfast sausage, bacon, and other small tasks), 12" regular grip, 12" Gripper (flat end--fabulous for getting under more tender foods), and 16" (great for barbecue). All of them open wide enough to pick up larger items, such as a chuck roast, whole chicken, large fish, and they have the dexterity to handle very small items, including small jars and ramekins. The locking mechanism is convenient. The pull-tab is not large and imposing, and when the tongs are in the open position, the tab all but disappears at the end of the handle--doesn't get in the way. Other reviewers have said that they wish the locking tab would slide easily in and out, so as they cook, they can just flip the tongs to unlock and lock again. I can see how this would be a boon to a cook, but these tongs do not accommodate this desire--the locking tab is tighter than this would allow. However, for me, this is not an issue. (Perhaps, they'll loosen in time, as one reviewer stated.) These tongs wash up well by hand or in the dishwasher. And, they are made in the USA. If you are looking for a really good, functional pair of tongs that won't rust, fall apart, pinch your hand, or otherwise fail, try these. You won't be disappointed.

Ordered two to supplement/replace one I’d used for 20 years. New ones are exact duplicates of the original. Probably the most-used utensil in my kitchen.

It’s more like 18 inches! I can barely put it in the long drawer I have.

Those that are chefs and backyard BBQers know. There are no better tongs.

The locking device is a bit small but it works. They are high quality, very good grip and I love that they have a flat end.

The pair I got did not have a lock so I am returning them. Not sure how great they would have worked anyways as the hinged end seemed loose and had some play so that the jaws didn't always meet right.

I bought these when making chicken cutlets and they are absolutely perfect!!!! The unique flat gripper head picks these little heavy cutlets up with no problem-- great tool for the kitchen!