Square Bail Making Pliers — Medium Mandrels 6mm & 8mm, Wire Looping for Jewellery & Crafts
Round-nose pliers cannot make a square loop, however carefully you work them. These carry two square mandrels — 6mm and 8mm across the flats — so angular bails, links and geometric findings come off the jaw with crisp corners and flat sides, identical from the first to the last. A practical answer when a design calls for squared components in silver, gold or copper wire.
The smooth steel jaws are shaped to minimise marking on precious and non-ferrous metals, and the box joint keeps them running true and aligned under repeated forming pressure. Cushioned non-slip grips give firm, comfortable control — a solid addition for bench jewellers, wire artists and craftspeople.
- Features two square mandrels measuring 6mm and 8mm across their flat faces.
- Box-joint construction ensures the jaws remain aligned and operate smoothly under pressure.
- Smooth steel jaws are designed to minimise marking on precious and non-ferrous metals.
- Forms clean, angular loops and bails in wires such as silver, gold, and copper.
- Fitted with cushioned, non-slip handle grips for firm control and comfort whilst working.
Who it's for
An essential hand tool for UK bench jewellers, craftspeople, and wire artists. Ideal for anyone regularly forming square or rectangular bails, links, and other angular findings for jewellery and decorative metalwork.
Specifications
- Jaw Material: Steel
- Jaw Profile: Square
- Jaw Sizes: 6mm, 8mm
Free UK delivery from £30 · Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri · 30-day returns
Common questions at the bench
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