'Fidus Achates' is latin for 'Faithful Companion'. These Jabbers Fidus Achates Fishing Pliers 'Type B' is exactly that. Constructed using marine grade 316 stainless steel for ultimate corrion resistance, these pliers will stay by your side for a long time. 

Type B pliers are the most suitable for saltwater applications, with a well-defined split ring opener tip that easily opens medium size split rings (#2 to #5), without permanently deforming them. 

These pliers have a unique interlocking design where two halves of the pliers are inserted into one another to greatly increase strength and reduces flex to a minimum. Handy for hook removals as well, with enough of a stand-off to keep your fingers away from snapping jaws.