Copper pickle pot tongs with a bent tip and ribbed arms, riveted at the top, lying on linen

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

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Copper pickle pot tongs with a bent tip and ribbed arms, riveted at the top, lying on linen

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

Common questions at the bench

Why copper tongs rather than steel tweezers?
Steel in an acid pickle can leave a thin copper coating on silver work. Copper tongs avoid that, so use them for everything that goes into or comes out of the pickle, and keep steel tools and binding wire out of it.
How do I use them safely?
Wear eye protection and gloves, follow the safety instructions for your pickle, lower work in gently so it does not splash, and keep your hand well clear of the solution.
How should I look after them?
Rinse them in clean water after each session and dry them before you put them away, so pickle does not stay on them or drip onto the bench.

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