Oval wooden stepped bangle mandrel with four graduated sections and a square tang, lying on a cream cloth

Bangle & Bracelet Shaping Mandrel — Oval Wood Stepped Form with Tang, Jewellery Tool

£19.99
£19.99
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Oval wooden stepped bangle mandrel with four graduated sections and a square tang, lying on a cream cloth
  • Oval wooden stepped bangle mandrel with four graduated sections and a square tang, lying on a cream cloth
  • Oval wooden stepped bangle mandrel with four graduated sections and a square tang, lying on a cream cloth
Bangle & Bracelet Shaping Mandrel — Oval Wood Stepped Form with Tang, Jewellery Tool

Bangle & Bracelet Shaping Mandrel — Oval Wood Stepped Form with Tang, Jewellery Tool

£19.99
£19.99
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Achieve precise oval bangle and bracelet dimensions consistently with this stepped wooden shaping mandrel.

What it does

This tool provides five distinct, fixed oval diameters essential for repeatable sizing when forming bangles. The smooth, finished hardwood construction prevents any marking or scratching on softer metals like silver and gold, ensuring a clean, professional finish. It's designed for controlled shaping, offering a reliable alternative to tapered mandrels for precise, identical pieces. The solid build quality is evident in its smooth, splinter-free surface.

How to use it

  • Secure the tang firmly in a bench vice.
  • Shape your metal around the desired step.
  • Store in a dry place to maintain its form.

Who it's for

An indispensable tool for UK silversmiths and bench jewellers specialising in producing consistent oval bangles and bracelets. It's also ideal for jewellery students and dedicated hobbyists seeking accuracy, replacing guesswork with a dependable method for repeatable sizing.

What's in the box

1 x Oval Wood Stepped Mandrel with Tang

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 275 g

Common questions at the bench

What should I shape the bangle with?
A rawhide, nylon or wooden mallet moves the metal round the mandrel without thinning or marking it, so use one for shaping and truing. A metal hammer stretches and thins the metal and can mark it, and it dents a wooden mandrel, whose dents then press into your work. Use one only on a cast iron or steel mandrel, and only when you mean to stretch, planish or texture the bangle.
How do I get the bangle size I want?
If this mandrel is stepped, each step is a fixed size, so bangles formed on the same step match. If it tapers, mark the point where your bangle should sit with a pencil or a strip of tape and form each one at that mark. Either way, check the size with a bangle sizer or against a bangle that fits.
How do I keep the shape even?
Turn the bangle as you work and move along it a little at a time rather than striking one spot. If the mandrel tapers, take the bangle off now and then and put it back on the other way round, so it does not take on the taper. On a shaped mandrel, keep each side or corner of the bangle lined up with the matching face.
How should I look after it?
Wipe it clean after use and store it dry, where it will not knock against other tools. Keep the working surface free of nicks, dents and grit, because any mark on the mandrel can press into the bangle. Keep a wooden mandrel away from damp and direct heat so it does not split or warp. A light film of oil on a bare iron or steel mandrel helps keep rust away; wipe it off before you work.

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