Form perfect hoops and ring shanks instantly. Bending thick wire or flat metal sheet into a flawless, consistent circle by hand is nearly impossible. Usually, you need a heavy steel mandrel and a rawhide mallet. The Durston® 3-Step Mandrel Forming Pliers put that shaping power directly into the palm of your hand. Crafted by the legendary British jewelry toolmakers at Durston, this heavy-duty 160mm plier features three stepped barrels and a specially coated lower jaw, allowing you to press perfect curves without leaving a single scratch on your precious metals.
Why You’ll Love It
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Three Perfect Sizes (13/16/20mm): The top jaw features three precision-machined steel barrels. Whether you are making a delicate 13mm hoop, a standard 16mm ring shank, or a bold 20mm centerpiece, you get geometrically perfect circles every single time.
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The "Scratch-Free" Coated Jaw: This is the game-changer. The flat lower jaw is specially coated to act as a protective cushion. When you squeeze, it firmly presses your soft silver, gold, or copper wire against the steel barrels without flattening, denting, or marring the finish.
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Ultimate Repeatability: If you sell handmade jewelry, consistency is everything. Using these stepped barrels ensures that the left earring matches the right earring perfectly, eliminating the guesswork of freehand bending.
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Legendary Durston Toughness: Made with incredibly hard, strong materials that won't misshape or warp under pressure, even when bending heavy-gauge wire or flat metal strips.
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Ergonomic Poly Handles: Heavy bending requires serious leverage. The elongated 160mm handles feature premium poly grips that distribute the pressure evenly, reducing hand fatigue during long production sessions.
