Brillianttm instruments are made from the highest quality forged stainless steel. forged instruments are stronger than casted instruments. orbital joint for maximum performance & durability. Superior performance over box and hex joint. IOS’s Exclusive Warranty: All instruments manufactured by IOS carry a Five-Year warranty on material, workmanship, and corrosion resis­tance. With normal maintenance and proper use, these high-quality instruments will work for years! Replacement Pad for both Items#18-401 Band Removing Plier, and #18-402 Band Removing Plier Short.