15 inch wooden bangle mandrel, a tapered round hardwood cone laid diagonally on a cream cloth

15" Large Round Bracelet & Bangle Mandrel, Wood — Tapers from 6.4cm to 3.8cm

£16.99
£16.99
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15 inch wooden bangle mandrel, a tapered round hardwood cone laid diagonally on a cream cloth
  • 15 inch wooden bangle mandrel, a tapered round hardwood cone laid diagonally on a cream cloth
  • 15 inch wooden bangle mandrel, a tapered round hardwood cone laid diagonally on a cream cloth
15" Large Round Bracelet & Bangle Mandrel, Wood — Tapers from 6.4cm to 3.8cm

15" Large Round Bracelet & Bangle Mandrel, Wood — Tapers from 6.4cm to 3.8cm

£16.99
£16.99
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This 15-inch large wooden bangle mandrel provides a smooth, stable surface for shaping and repairing round bracelets and bangles.

What it does

This substantial hardwood mandrel allows for precise forming of soft metals into consistent circular profiles. Its generous length facilitates a gradual taper, giving you fine control when hammering or shaping to achieve the desired diameter. The dense, turned wood construction ensures a non-marring surface, protecting your precious metals from scratches and dents during the shaping process. This makes it an essential tool for achieving professional-grade curves on bangles and bracelets.

How to use it

  • Select the appropriate diameter section for your bangle.
  • Gently hammer or shape the metal around the form.
  • Store flat to prevent warping.

Who it's for

An indispensable tool for UK bench jewellers and silversmiths engaged in regular bangle production or repair. It's also ideal for jewellery students and serious hobbyists seeking a reliable, non-abrasive shaping solution. This mandrel replaces the need for less controlled methods, offering a dedicated tool for achieving perfect round forms.

What's in the box

1 x 15" Large Round Bracelet and 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.
Weight 275 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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