In Focus: Vampire Tools 6.25" Stripped Screw Extractor Combination Pliers, No. VT-001

May 5, 2025

The VT-001 features special serrations for added grip on damaged fasteners.

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Vampire Tools International, Inc.

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Selling points

Guaranteed screw removal: Easily extracts stripped, rusted, corroded, and tamper-proof screws that ordinary pliers can’t grip. 
Time-saving and hassle-free: Eliminates the need for drilling or specialized extraction tools, reducing downtime for technicians. 
Multi-industry use: Perfect for automotive, aviation, marine, electrical, HVAC, medical maintenance, and DIY repairs. 
Premium Japanese craftsmanship: Made in Japan from high-carbon steel with precision engineering for durability and reliability. 
Ergonomic and comfortable: Spring-loaded design with thermoplastic rubber handles for reduced hand fatigue.

Features and benefits

Patented Vampliers technology: Vertical and horizontal serrations create a firm, slip-free grip, even on severely damaged screws.  
Hardened Kobe Steel construction: Durable HRC60+/-2 steel ensures long-lasting performance.  
Multi-use functionality: Works as both pliers and wire cutters — cuts copper (up to 3.2mm) and steel wire (up to 2.6mm). 
Compact and lightweight: 6.25” long, 4.59 oz — perfect for mobile tool trucks. 
Spring-loaded for easy use: Reduces hand fatigue for extended tasks.  
Ergonomic elastomer handles: Provides a comfortable, non-slip grip for precision work.  
Time and cost savings: Avoids part replacements by removing damaged screws without damage.

Application

Removing stripped, rusted, or tamper-proof screws in automotive, aviation, and industrial maintenance. 
Electrical and HVAC repairs where access is limited. 
Marine and aerospace maintenance where corrosion-resistant tools are essential. 
DIY repairs on bicycles, appliances, and home projects.

Origin

The Vampire Tools Vampliers 6.25" Stripped Screw Extractor Combination Pliers, No. VT-001, were developed to solve a common frustration among professionals: removing damaged, stripped, or rusted screws without resorting to drilling or replacing entire parts. Inspired by the founder’s experiences fixing cars in the 1970s, the need for a durable, reliable tool that lasts decades led to the creation of Vampliers. 

Manufacturing/engineering specifications

Material: Premium high-carbon Steel (HRC60+/-2) 
Length: 6.25″ (160mm)
Weight: 4.59 oz (130g)
Handle: Thermoplastic rubber for comfort and durability 
Wire cutting capacity: Copper (3.2mm) / Steel (2.6mm) 
Screw extraction range: 3mm-9.5mm diameter screws

Storage and display

The tool ships in individual retail-ready packaging with a protective cap for storage. Case quantities are available in bulk for distributor sales. Stock it near high-demand tools like screwdrivers and drill bits. A demo unit on the truck allows customers to test its gripping power. 