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product_id: 2055385
title: "87 Rescue Tool, Original Version, 8.88"
brand: "channellock"
price: "R2071"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/2055385-87-rescue-tool-original-version-8-88
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Spanner wrench fits up to 6-inch hose couplings Hardened cutting edges for soft metal 30% lighter than predecessor 87 Rescue Tool, Original Version, 8.88

**Brand:** channellock
**Price:** R2071
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚒 The ultimate compact rescue multitool that first responders swear by!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 87 Rescue Tool, Original Version, 8.88 by channellock
- **How much does it cost?** R2071 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/2055385-87-rescue-tool-original-version-8-88)

## Best For

- channellock enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted channellock brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Cut Through Anything:** Hardened alloy steel sheers through battery cables and soft metals like a pro
- • **Precision in Tight Spots:** Narrow jaw profile designed to access the most confined spaces with ease
- • **Built to Last, Made in USA:** High carbon steel with rust-preventative coating backed by a limited lifetime warranty
- • **Compact & Lightweight Power:** 30% lighter than previous model for effortless carry in bunker pockets
- • **Multi-Function Rescue Ready:** Pry windows, shut off gas valves, and loosen hose couplings—all in one tool

## Overview

The Channellock 87 Rescue Tool is a 9-inch, 30% lighter multitool engineered for firefighters and EMTs. Crafted from high carbon alloy steel with hardened cutting edges, it effortlessly cuts battery cables, pries open windows and doors, shuts off gas valves, and tightens hose couplings up to 6 inches. Its narrow jaw fits tight spaces, and its compact design fits securely in bunker pockets. Proudly made in the USA and backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this tool is a must-have for professional first responders.

## Description

Product Description               As a first responder, your job requires tools that are reliable and versatile. The CHANNELLOCK 87 8.88" Rescue Tool pries open windows and doors, cuts wires and cables easily, shuts off gas safety valves and loosens hose couplings. Made from high alloy steel that is specially coated with the ultimate rust preventative. U.S. Patent No. 8,065,939.                  .com               Designed specifically for firefighters, first responders and EMTs (view larger). As a first responder, your job requires tools that are reliable and versatile. The Channellock Rescue Tool (model 87) pries open windows and doors, cuts wires and cables easily, shuts off gas safety valves, and loosens hose couplings. The 87 Rescue Tool is 2 inches shorter and 30 percent lighter than Channellock's previous 89 Rescue Tool, but is still packed with powerful safety functions essential in emergency situations.The 87 Rescue Tool offers five safety functions in one compact tool that can easily fit in a pocket. At 8.8 inches long and 1.1 pounds, the 87 features hardened cutting edges designed to shear through soft metal and standard battery cables and a narrow jaw that fits into tight spaces, plus a spanner wrench to tighten and loosen up to 5-inch hose couplings. Channellock uses high carbon C1080 steel for superior performance on the job, and an electronic coating for ultimate rust prevention. Specifications Overall length 8.88 inches Jaw length 1.43 inches Joint thickness 0.53-inch Handle span 3.54 inches Cutting edge 1.43 Joint width 1.62 inches Weight 1.13 pounds About ChannelLockFounded in 1886, Channellock is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of high-quality pliers and assorted hand tools. Now run by the fifth generation of the DeArment family, Channellock tools reflect a tradition of dedication to excellence maintained for well over a century. Over the years, Channellock has obtained several patents including one in 1965 for the conical surface created on the cam side of the pliers when undercut and another in 1984 for the PermaLock fastener found in its Tongue and Groove Pliers. Channellock still manufactures more than 120 different sizes and types of pliers and hand tools at its facilities in Meadville, Pennsylvania.87 Compact Rescue ToolAt a GlanceNarrow jaw profile fits in tight spotsStandard battery cables are no match for its cutting powerHardened cutting edges shear through soft metalSpanner wrench tightens and loosens up to 6-inch hose couplingsPries open windows and dorsShuts off gas safety valvesMade in USA  See larger image.                
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                        From the Manufacturer               The Channellock 87 8.88-Inch Rescue Tool is packed with functionality. It-feets small enough to carry, but so light, it won-feet slow you down. Fits securely in bunker pocket. Shuts off gas safety valves. Pries windows and doors open. Hardened cutting edges shear through soft metal. Standard battery cables are no match for its cutting power. Narrow jaw profile fits in tight spots. Spanner wrench tightens and loosens up to 6-Inch hose couplings.             See more

## Features

- 30% lighter than the 89 Rescue Tool for compact storage
- Fits securely in bunker pockets
- Narrow jaw profile fits in tight spots
- Standard battery cables are no match for its cutting power
- Hardened cutting edges shear through soft metal

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Channellock |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Black |
| Handle Material | Metal,Steel |
| Item Weight | 8.48 ounces |
| Specific Uses For Product | Amateur, Inside, Inside; Amateur, Inside; Professional, Outside, Outside; Amateur, Outside; Professional, Professional |
| Grip Type | Power |
| UPC | 080850338126 025582300607 025582828835 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00025582300607, 00025582828835 |
| Manufacturer | Channellock |
| Part Number | 87 |
| Item Weight | 8.5 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 11.5 x 3 x 0.8 inches |
| Item model number | 87 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 9 |
| Style | 86 Rescue Tool |
| Finish | Matt |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Folded Knife Size | 3.3 x 11.5 x 0.8 inches |
| Included Components | 9-inch Rescue Tool |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Channellock
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Color:** Black
- **Handle Material:** Metal,Steel
- **Item Weight:** 8.48 ounces
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Amateur, Inside, Inside; Amateur, Inside; Professional, Outside, Outside; Amateur, Outside; Professional, Professional
- **Grip Type:** Power
- **UPC:** 080850338126 025582300607 025582828835
- **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00025582300607, 00025582828835

## Images

![87 Rescue Tool, Original Version, 8.88 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719aOFROLuL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Would this cut barbed wire fence?**
A: These shouldn't be used to cut barbed wire fence, however they could be used in pinch if damage to your tool was the least of your concerns.

**Q: is this useful for an ordinary homeowner?
what us is it around the house?**
A: Around the house there are better and cheaper tools that can be had. For the home, I can only see the pry bar being somewhat useful, and cutting cables, garden hose, and other rubber or insulated hoses or lines.

**Q: Is this tool not standard issue for firefighters?  What are the chances that a new fire academy grad will already have one?  Or is this a good gift??**
A: This would be a great gift. No this tool is not standard issue at least not with my department. The cutters are very sharp. Every department has her own protocols for cutting tools to keep in your turnout gear this would be a great one. I have two in my gear.

**Q: is it good with wild land fires**
A: Depends on what you need it for.If you need a spanner wrench, pry bar and cable cutters (I doubt you will need the gass shut off)  Then yes it's good with wildland fires.  If not then now

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great tool
*by C***C on June 15, 2025*

Nice tool to keep in bunker pants. Will rust if gets and stays wet but still function. Big so easy to use with gloves but can wear through pants pocket

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tool.
*by J***F on July 15, 2025*

Exactly what I needed for work. HAZ tech firefighters best pocket tool.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A First Responser must!
*by A***N on July 12, 2024*

While dissecting a car during an investigation, I borrowed this rescue too from a firefighter. I used it so much that day, I invested in purchasing a set. I’ve since used it on multiple occasions. The quality is great and has multiple uses other than its design.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-14*