15 inch oval cast iron bangle mandrel, a tapered polished cone with a thin metal ring lying beside its narrow end, on linen

Bangle & Bracelet Mandrel — 15 Inch Oval Cast Iron, 38–76 mm Taper

£39.99
£39.99
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15 inch oval cast iron bangle mandrel, a tapered polished cone with a thin metal ring lying beside its narrow end, on linen
  • 15 inch oval cast iron bangle mandrel, a tapered polished cone with a thin metal ring lying beside its narrow end, on linen
  • 15 inch oval cast iron bangle mandrel, a tapered polished cone with a thin metal ring lying beside its narrow end, on linen
Bangle & Bracelet Mandrel — 15 Inch Oval Cast Iron, 38–76 mm Taper

Bangle & Bracelet Mandrel — 15 Inch Oval Cast Iron, 38–76 mm Taper

£39.99
£39.99
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Shape perfect oval bangles and bracelets with this substantial 15-inch cast iron mandrel. It provides a smooth, tapered surface for precise forming and sizing of your metalwork.

What it does

This robust cast iron mandrel offers a long, gradually tapering form, ideal for shaping and sizing oval bangles from 38mm up to 76mm. The extended length allows for incremental adjustments, giving you greater control as you hammer and form precious metals. Its precisely machined, smooth surface minimises the risk of scratching or marring your workpiece, ensuring a clean finish on silver, copper, and other non-ferrous metals.

How to use it

  • Hold the mandrel securely in a bench vice or mandrel holder.
  • Position your metal blank over the tapered end.
  • Hammer gently, rotating the metal for even shaping.

Who it's for

An indispensable tool for UK silversmiths and jewellery makers specialising in bangles and bracelets. This longer mandrel offers superior control for professionals and serious hobbyists compared to shorter, standard forming stakes, streamlining the process of creating perfectly sized oval pieces.

What's in the box

1 x 15 Inch Oval Cast Iron Bracelet/Bangle Mandrel

Our promise

Dispatched from the UK. Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri. Free UK delivery on orders of £30 or more. 30-day returns — try it at the bench.

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Weight 2500 g

Common questions at the bench

What should I shape the bangle with?
A rawhide, nylon or wooden mallet moves the metal round the mandrel without thinning or marking it, so use one for shaping and truing. A metal hammer stretches and thins the metal and can mark it, and it dents a wooden mandrel, whose dents then press into your work. Use one only on a cast iron or steel mandrel, and only when you mean to stretch, planish or texture the bangle.
How do I get the bangle size I want?
If this mandrel is stepped, each step is a fixed size, so bangles formed on the same step match. If it tapers, mark the point where your bangle should sit with a pencil or a strip of tape and form each one at that mark. Either way, check the size with a bangle sizer or against a bangle that fits.
How do I keep the shape even?
Turn the bangle as you work and move along it a little at a time rather than striking one spot. If the mandrel tapers, take the bangle off now and then and put it back on the other way round, so it does not take on the taper. On a shaped mandrel, keep each side or corner of the bangle lined up with the matching face.
How should I look after it?
Wipe it clean after use and store it dry, where it will not knock against other tools. Keep the working surface free of nicks, dents and grit, because any mark on the mandrel can press into the bangle. Keep a wooden mandrel away from damp and direct heat so it does not split or warp. A light film of oil on a bare iron or steel mandrel helps keep rust away; wipe it off before you work.

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