Best tool for removing heavy duty speared c-clips?

[Case485]

I know there has to be a better way and so far I have not found it. I have a K&T 4K that has several 1/8th inch heavy duty c clips that I have had to pry off, I can eventually get them off but it's not pretty and I usually deform the clips in the process. Was wondering if you have any better suggestions on what is the best tool/process to get these suckers off. I attached a picture of one on my knee that I need to pull as a reference.

 

[howieranger]

Snapon and other tool companys sell pliers designed for those types of clips. I have several in my too box.

 

[rustyironism]

These open when you squeeze.
I have a pair from automatic transmission repair so there are other sources.
...I don't know why the McMaster-Carr link says Object Moved.....

Object moved

Mike

 

[welderboy250]

This style clip is very common in automotive transmissions. If the few different tools I’ve used for these I mostly prefer the Snap-on variety. In a pinch I have used the pin style snap ring pliers. That truck works well on the lighter circlips but the heavier they are the more useful the correct tool becomes.

 

[Davewitt]

These are the correct pliers for those.
Snap-on Store

 

[dana gear]

These are the correct pliers for those.
Snap-on Store

Mac tools makes them as well, I have the Snap on but kinda think the Mac is a little better.
They seem to be a little stouter, less spring in the jaws on the real stiff c-clip.