Large 3/8 inch anticlastic forming pliers with blue handles and a wide ring-shaped grooved cylinder jaw, on cream linen

Anticlastic Forming Pliers, Large Cylinder — 3/8" Channel Jaw for Bracelets, Rings, Bangles

£27.99
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Large 3/8 inch anticlastic forming pliers with blue handles and a wide ring-shaped grooved cylinder jaw, on cream linen

Anticlastic Forming Pliers, Large Cylinder — 3/8" Channel Jaw for Bracelets, Rings, Bangles

£27.99
Sale price  £27.99 Regular price 
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Master anticlastic forming on substantial metalwork with these large 3/8" channel pliers. Designed for shaping heavier gauge strips into elegant bracelets, rings, and bangles with precision.

What it does

These pliers enable the precise creation of complex saddle curves essential for anticlastic forms. The generous 3/8-inch channel jaw supports both faces of wider metal strip, guiding it into the desired compound curvature without buckling. The robust box-joint construction ensures the jaws maintain perfect alignment under firm pressure, delivering consistent, repeatable results for substantial jewellery pieces.

How to use it

  • Position metal strip within the 3/8" channel jaws.
  • Gently squeeze and advance to form the anticlastic curve.
  • Clean jaws after use to maintain precise alignment.

Who it's for

Essential for UK silversmiths and contemporary jewellery makers specialising in anticlastic raising for larger pieces. This tool replaces laborious hand-shaping or less supportive plier methods when working with wider metal stock for cuffs and bangles.

What's in the box

1 x Large Cylinder 3/8" Channel Anticlastic Pliers

Our promise

Dispatched from the UK. Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri. Free UK delivery on orders of £30 or more. 30-day returns — try it at the bench.

Weight 600 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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