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Celestial Blank Cutter — Crescent Moon Steel Punch & Die Set, 4 Sizes, 10-21 mm, Jewellery
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A crescent blank is the starting point for celestial-themed pendants and earrings, decorative inlay on model work, and consistent bases for stamping or enamelling. Slide silver or copper sheet — up to 18 gauge (1.02 mm) — into the die, drop in one of the four graduated punches and strike the bevelled end firmly with a mallet; the moon shears out crisp and repeatable.
Block and punches are machined from hardened high-carbon tool steel, each punch roughly 38 mm long — enough to grip and place accurately before the strike. A smear of cutting lubricant before each run protects the shearing edges and keeps every crescent as clean as the first.
- Four crescent punches: 10.6x11.2mm, 13.7x14.5mm, 16.4x17.3mm, and 19.1x20.2mm.
- Block and punches are machined from hardened high-carbon tool steel.
- Cuts non-ferrous metals like silver and copper up to 18 gauge (1.02mm).
- The solid steel die block measures 63.5 x 89 mm (2.5 x 3.5 inches).
- Each punch is approximately 38mm (1.5 inches) long with a bevelled striking end.
Weight
1.35 kg
Common questions at the bench
What metal and thickness can it cut?
Only the non-ferrous sheet metal this product's description names, and no thicker than any gauge or thickness it gives. Do not cut steel or any other ferrous metal: sheet that is harder or thicker than the cutter is made for can chip or blunt the punches and the die.
How do I cut a clean blank?
Anneal (soften) the sheet and put a little cutting lubricant on the punch. Stand the die block on a solid, flat surface, set the sheet in it and seat the punch with its cutting end to the metal. Strike the top of the punch squarely and firmly, with the hammer or mallet this product's description suggests if it names one; one firm, square blow gives a cleaner edge than several light or glancing ones.
Will the blank need finishing?
Check each blank. Smooth any burr or sharp edge with a file or fine abrasive paper before the piece is worn or finished, and if a blank has bowed slightly in the cut, flatten it with a mallet on a bench block.
How should I look after it?
Use it only on the sheet it is made for. Wipe the punches and die block clean after use, oil them lightly and store them dry, with the cutting edges kept from knocking against other tools. If a punch sticks, tap it back out straight rather than levering or twisting it.
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