Curved tip copper pickling tweezers for jewellery making, 8.5 inch, ribbed handle

Pickle Pot Tongs — Copper Tweezers, Curved Bent Tip, Ribbed Body, 8-1/2 Inch

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Curved tip copper pickling tweezers for jewellery making, 8.5 inch, ribbed handle

Pickle Pot Tongs — Copper Tweezers, Curved Bent Tip, Ribbed Body, 8-1/2 Inch

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For lifting work in and out of the pickle pot after soldering. Because these tweezers are solid copper, they will not contaminate an acid pickle the way steel tools do — steel in the bath is how silver work ends up flashed with unwanted copper plating. New to acid cleaning? Our pickle bath setup guide covers safe workshop practice.

At 8.5 inches (approx. 216mm) they reach the bottom of a deep pot with your fingers well clear, and the curved tips take a positive hold on rings and other rounded pieces. Longitudinal ribs pressed into the body stiffen the arms for better control, and the two-piece riveted construction stands up to daily bench use. Rinse and dry them after each session.

  • Solid copper construction prevents the contamination of acid pickle solutions.
  • The 8.5-inch (216mm) length allows for safe access into deep pickle pots.
  • Curved tips provide a secure grip for retrieving rings and other curved items.
  • Longitudinal ribs pressed into the body add rigidity and control.
  • Two-piece riveted construction ensures a durable, long-lasting bench tool.

Who it's for

An essential tool for any UK bench jeweller or silversmith who uses an acid-based pickle to clean work after soldering. Also suitable for serious hobbyists and students learning correct workshop practice.

Specifications

  • Material: Copper
  • Overall Length: 8.5 inches (approx. 216mm)
  • Tip Style: Curved / Bent

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Weight 200 g

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Common questions at the bench

Will heat damage these tweezers?
Stainless steel cross-lock and standard tweezers handle bench-torch heat (1500 °C+) on the working tips repeatedly without damage — the steel just discolours. Titanium-tip soldering picks specifically will not bond to silver or gold solder, which standard steel will after enough use.
Cross-lock or reverse-action — which one?
Cross-lock (self-locking on close) grips your work without finger pressure — best for holding a piece for soldering. Reverse-action (locks open, releases on squeeze) holds a piece in position when you want to walk away. Most benches end up owning both.
What is the third-hand base for?
A heavy base with one or two cross-lock arms keeps your work stable while you set up solder pallions or apply heat. Frees both your hands for the torch and pick. The heavier the base, the steadier the work — aim for 1 kg+ for medium bench-torch work.
Can I solder on a ceramic board?
Yes — ceramic boards reflect heat back into the work and do not pit the way old fire-bricks do. For sterling work, a charcoal block underneath gives a reducing atmosphere that helps prevent firescale.

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