Parallel Action Chain Nose Pliers, 160 mm, Heavy Duty, Smooth Jaws for Jewellery and Crafts
£16.99
Sale price
£16.99
Regular price
Skip to product information
Parallel Action Chain Nose Pliers, 160 mm, Heavy Duty, Smooth Jaws for Jewellery and Crafts
£16.99
Sale price
£16.99
Regular price
Secure checkout
Master demanding wirework and component assembly with these 160mm parallel action chain nose pliers, engineered for a precise, unwavering grip.
What it does
The compound-lever mechanism ensures the smooth, tapered jaws remain perfectly parallel throughout their entire range of motion. This consistent alignment provides an exceptionally secure hold, crucial for bending thicker wires, manipulating larger findings, or assembling intricate pieces without slippage. The robust construction and precisely machined jaws prevent marring even on softer metals, offering control where standard pliers falter.
How to use it
- Position the tool to grip your workpiece firmly.
- Apply steady pressure for bending or holding.
- Wipe clean after use and store dry.
Who it's for
An essential tool for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and serious wire-workers tackling heavier gauge materials. These pliers offer superior control compared to standard chain nose types, making them ideal for intermediate to professional users needing reliable performance for demanding tasks.
What's in the box
1 x 160mm Parallel Action Chain Nose Pliers
Our promise
UK-stocked at our Birmingham workshop. Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm. Free UK delivery on orders over £30. 14-day returns — try it at the bench.
Only 4 left at the bench
Same-day Birmingham dispatch on weekday orders before 2pm.
Common questions at the bench
Will these mark soft silver wire?
Our flat-, snipe-, and round-nose pliers have polished interior jaws — they will not mark cleanly annealed precious-metal wire when used with normal grip pressure. For absolutely no-mark work on finished pieces, wrap the jaws with masking tape or nylon-jaw covers (sold separately).
Can these cut hardened wire?
Tungsten-carbide-tipped cutters in this collection handle hardened steel up to spring temper. Standard side cutters are for non-ferrous (silver, gold, copper, brass) up to half-hard. Check the product spec for the cutting capacity.
What is the difference between parallel and standard pliers?
Standard pliers pivot on a single point — the jaws scissor open and grip strongest at the tip. Parallel-action pliers stay perfectly parallel through the full opening, giving equal grip pressure across the whole jaw face. Parallel models are higher-precision (better for wire-wrapping and dead-soft annealed wire) but cost more.
Do they come spring-loaded?
Most of our bench pliers ship spring-loaded for one-handed operation. Where the spring is removable, the product description notes it. Spring tension is set for all-day comfort, not maximum grip.
More from Pliers & Cutters
View all 253 →-
Round and Flat Nose Combination Pliers, 140 mm, with Polished Steel Handles £7.99 -
Premium 5 Inch Jewellery Diagonal Side Wire Cutter Pliers with Tungsten Carbide Tips, Professional Cutting Tool Upto 12 Gauge/ 2.05 mm, PVC Handle £17.99 -
Ring Holding Polishing Pliers with Leather Jaws, Stainless Steel, 15 cm, for Jewellery Filing Making and Crafts £9.99 -
Flat Nose Pliers with Hole for Holding Jump Rings and Pipes, Jewellery Tool, Stainless Steel,130mm £7.99
Your bench, your picks