Square bail forming pliers with 8 mm parallel jaws and a knurled jaw-stop screw, 6 inch, laid on linen

Square Bail Forming — Parallel Action Pliers with Jaw Stop, 8mm × 8mm Jaws, 6 Inch

£17.99
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Square bail forming pliers with 8 mm parallel jaws and a knurled jaw-stop screw, 6 inch, laid on linen

Square Bail Forming — Parallel Action Pliers with Jaw Stop, 8mm × 8mm Jaws, 6 Inch

£17.99
Sale price  £17.99 Regular price 
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For flat-sided bails and angular components a round mandrel cannot make. The 8mm square jaws put a sharp, deliberate corner into wire, and the adjustable stop — set with its knurled thumb screw — means the last loop of a run matches the first. That repeatability is the whole point on production work.

A compound box-joint mechanism keeps the jaws parallel so pressure lands evenly across the wire, while the coil spring between the handles gives a smooth, self-opening action for repeat forming. Polished steel handles carry a stamped pattern for grip, and at 6 inches overall the tool sits comfortably in the hand through a long session.

  • Compound box-joint mechanism keeps the 8mm square jaws parallel for even pressure.
  • Adjustable jaw stop with a knurled thumb screw for setting and repeating precise loop sizes.
  • Integrated coil spring between the handles provides a smooth, self-opening action.
  • Creates sharp, angular bends for distinctive flat-sided bails and components.
  • Polished steel construction with a stamped pattern on the handles for improved grip.

Who it's for

Designed for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and wire artists who require consistent, angular forms in their work. Also suitable for craftspeople and model makers working with non-ferrous metals who favour repeatable component fabrication.

Specifications

  • Overall Length: 6 inches (approx. 150mm)
  • Jaw Profile: Square
  • Jaw Dimensions: 8mm x 8mm
  • Material: Steel

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Weight 200 g

Common questions at the bench

How do I make loops the same size every time?
Form every loop at the same point on the jaw. On stepped or tapered jaws, a fine marker line at that point helps you find it again; pliers with a fixed loop size, a jaw stop or pegs do this for you, so see this product's description for how to set or use them. A test loop in scrap or copper wire first saves precious metal.
What wire thickness can I use?
If this product's description gives a wire size or gauge, stay within it. Annealed (softened) wire forms neater loops with less force; harder or thicker wire springs back more and puts more strain on the jaws.
Will these mark my wire?
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.
How should I look after them?
Wipe them clean after use, keep them dry and store them so the jaws do not knock against other tools. Keep the moving parts free of grit and filings so the action stays smooth, and do not use them as a hammer or a lever.

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