YRS-036 hand crimping tool for crimping SJN-002PT-0.9 crimp contacts, (see stock number 820-1208 typically) in strip form. This YRS-036 hand crimp tool has a parallel action and a ratchet mechanism that prevents the handles of the crimp tool opening until a full crimp is completed. Other features of this YRS-036 hand crimp tool include precision ground dies and a crimping section with removable dies.