Durston® Wooden Bracelet Mandrel Comparison Table
| Model | Shape | Height | Base Dimensions | Top Dimensions |
| #2041 | Round | 380mm | 71mm (Diameter) | 38mm (Diameter) |
| #2042 | Square | 380mm | 72mm (Width) | 38mm (Width) |
| #2043 | Oval | 380mm | 75mm x 66mm | 35mm x 31mm |
| #2044 | Hexagon | 380mm | 75mm (Width) | 32mm (Width) |
The ultimate bench classic for flawless cuff and bangle creation—engineered by the world-renowned tool masters at Durston, featuring an ultra-smooth, gently tapered hardwood body to form sharp geometric folds and fluid continuous curves without leaving a single mark or scratch on your metal. For independent jewelry makers, silversmiths, and design enthusiasts, shaping bracelets requires an exceptionally smooth, rigid surface. Striking precious metals against raw steel mandrels can permanently mar your finish, stretch your patterns unevenly, or collapse intricate textures. The Durston® Wooden Bracelet Mandrel Series establishes a pristine, protective forming floor. Its meticulously ground premium hardwood profiles allow you to smoothly wrap, loop, and forge gold, sterling silver, copper, and brass blanks with absolute professional accuracy.
Key Benefits for Your Creative Studio
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Smooth Even Tapered Design: Crafted with a perfectly calculated, uniform taper spanning a generous 380mm height. The continuous, smooth incline allows independent makers to easily shape, size, and align custom bracelets across an expansive range of wrist dimensions without any stepping lines.
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Non-Marring Premium Hardwood Metallurgy: Forged entirely from choice, high-grade natural hardwood. Because premium timber acts as a shock-absorbing, resilient buffer, it allows you to aggressively true your bands using non-marring mallets while completely preventing scratches, dents, or raw tool marks on highly polished precious metals.
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Versatile Geometric Silhouette Array: Available in four distinct, precision-milled cross-sections—Round, Square, Oval, and Hexagon. This comprehensive design matrix empowers you to seamlessly transition from traditional fluid forms to sharp modern profiles using specialized master stakes.
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Excellent Bench Stability & Balance: Engineered with a robust, substantial solid core that fits beautifully into standard bench vises or dedicated forming holders. The sturdy structural build absorbs high-frequency micro-vibrations from your hammer blows, reducing hand fatigue during long forging runs.
