Slim-line diagonal cutters with black grips and a leaf spring, jaws pointing up, 5 inch, on a plain background

Slim-Line Diagonal Cutters — 5 Inch, Black Grips, Beading & Hobby Wire Work

£4.99
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Slim-line diagonal cutters with black grips and a leaf spring, jaws pointing up, 5 inch, on a plain background

Slim-Line Diagonal Cutters — 5 Inch, Black Grips, Beading & Hobby Wire Work

£4.99
Sale price  £4.99 Regular price 
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Slim diagonal cutters for light-gauge wire — trimming beading wire, snipping headpins flush against the work, tidying component leads. The diagonally ground jaws let you cut close against a surface, and the slim-line profile reaches into tight spots where a full-size cutter will not go. Match the cutter to the wire, though: our wire gauge guide explains what counts as light gauge.

Spring-loaded handles reopen the jaws between cuts, sparing your hand over a long stringing session, and the moulded plastic grips carry a textured surface for a sure hold. At 5 inches overall and lightweight with it, this is an honest, affordable cutter for soft wire on the hobbyist's bench.

  • Slim, diagonally-ground jaws allow for flush cuts against a surface.
  • Spring-loaded handles reduce hand fatigue during repetitive cutting tasks.
  • Moulded plastic grips with a textured surface provide a secure hold.
  • Compact 5-inch (125mm approx.) overall length for manoeuvrability in detailed work.
  • Lightweight construction is ideal for extended use in beading and craft projects.

Who it's for

An essential, affordable cutter for UK hobby jewellers, beaders, and model makers working with soft, light-gauge wires. Also suitable for electronics hobbyists for trimming component leads and other light-duty tasks.

Specifications

  • Overall Length: 5" / 125mm (approx.)
  • Jaw Type: Diagonal side cutter
  • Handles: Moulded plastic grips
  • Colour: Black

Free UK delivery from £30 · Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri · 30-day returns

Weight 65 g

Common questions at the bench

What can these cut?
Check this product's description and stay within any material or size it gives. Cutting harder or thicker material than a cutter is made for, such as steel or memory wire in a cutter not made for it, is the quickest way to chip or dent the cutting edges.
How do I get a clean cut?
Hold the work steady, keep the tool square to it and cut in one firm, steady movement. Do not twist, rock or lever the tool during the cut; that is what chips and dents cutting edges.
Will the cut end need finishing?
It depends on the cutter and the material. If this product's description says what kind of cut it gives, such as flush or semi-flush, that is what to expect. Either way, check each cut end or edge, and file or smooth any that is sharp, ridged or burred if it will touch skin or show on the finished piece.
How do I keep the cutting edges sharp?
Use the cutter only on the materials it is made for, never as pliers or a lever, and keep the edges from knocking against other tools. Wipe it clean and store it dry. Once the edges are chipped or dented they crush rather than cut cleanly.

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