Half round concave nose pliers with dark purple handles, an inset circle of the open jaws and a '6"' length arrow overlay

Ring Bending & Forming Pliers — Half Round Concave Nose, Stainless Steel, 6 Inch

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Half round concave nose pliers with dark purple handles, an inset circle of the open jaws and a '6"' length arrow overlay

Ring Bending & Forming Pliers — Half Round Concave Nose, Stainless Steel, 6 Inch

£8.99
Sale price  £8.99 Regular price 
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Curving a ring shank with flat-nose pliers leaves a chain of tiny kinks; these do it properly. The half-round jaw sets the inside of the curve while the concave jaw supports the outside, so wire and sheet bend into a clean, continuous arc — the everyday move behind shanks, bezel walls and curved wirework. Before you form, our guide to choosing a ring mandrel covers truing the shape up.

The smooth, non-serrated jaw surfaces keep soft precious metals unmarked, and the stainless steel build with a simple lap joint gives consistent action and corrosion resistance. Dark purple PVC-coated handles hold securely at the 6-inch length.

  • One jaw is half-round whilst the opposing jaw is concave to support both sides of a curve.
  • Smooth, non-serrated jaw surfaces prevent marring of soft precious metals.
  • Constructed with a simple and reliable lap joint for consistent operation.
  • Dark purple PVC-coated handles offer a comfortable and secure grip.
  • Made from stainless steel for durability and resistance to corrosion.

Who it's for

An essential tool for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and apprentices who regularly form ring shanks, bezels, and wirework. Also suitable for model makers and craftspeople working with fine, malleable wire who require precise curve forming.

Specifications

  • Material: Stainless Steel
  • Overall Length: 6 inches (approx. 150mm)
  • Jaw Profile: One half-round (convex), one concave

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Weight 140 g

Common questions at the bench

How do I get an even curve?
Work along the piece in small steps, moving the pliers a little at a time and closing them gently, rather than forcing the whole curve in one place. Check the shape often against your mandrel, template or the piece it has to fit.
Will these give me an exact ring or bangle size?
No. They shape the curve; check the size on a ring or bracelet mandrel, or with a ring sizer, and true up the shape on a mandrel before you join or finish the piece.
What thickness of metal can I bend?
If this product's description gives a size or thickness, stay within it. Annealed (softened) metal bends more evenly and with less force than work-hardened stock, and is less likely to crack or kink.
Will these mark my work?
Any jaw can mark soft metal or a polished finish if you grip too hard or the jaws are dirty, and serrated or textured jaws mark more easily than smooth ones. Use the lightest grip that holds the piece and keep the jaws clean; on finished or plated work, cover metal jaws with masking tape or use nylon-jawed pliers.

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