Oval jewellery making pliers with two parallel jaws for creating loops and bails.

Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm

£14.99
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Oval jewellery making pliers with two parallel jaws for creating loops and bails.
  • Oval jewellery making pliers with two parallel jaws for creating loops and bails.
  • Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm
  • Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm
  • Oval jewellery making pliers with two parallel jaws for creating loops and bails.
  • Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm
  • Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm
Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm

Small Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping, Bail Making, 4.5 x 3.5 mm & 3.2 x 2.5 mm

£14.99
£14.99
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For jewellers forming fine bails and delicate wire components, these pliers provide two fixed oval mandrel sizes. They are essential for creating consistently shaped small loops for earring wires and pendant connections, eliminating the guesswork of free-forming. All tools are UK-stocked for fast dispatch.

Key features

  • One jaw forms a 4.5mm × 3.5mm oval loop for small bails.
  • The opposing jaw forms a smaller 3.2mm × 2.5mm oval loop for fine links.
  • Smooth, polished steel jaws prevent marring of soft precious metal wires.
  • Box joint construction maintains jaw alignment under repeated pressure.
  • Cushioned, teal-coloured grips provide control during delicate work.

Who it's for

A core tool for UK bench jewellers working with fine-gauge gold and silver wire. Also suited for wire artists and students who require repeatable, small-scale oval shapes for their designs.

Specifications

  • Large Jaw Size: 4.5mm × 3.5mm
  • Small Jaw Size: 3.2mm × 2.5mm

Free UK delivery · Same-day dispatch before 2pm · 30-day returns
Only 6 left at the bench Same-day Birmingham dispatch on weekday orders before 2pm.

Common questions at the bench

UK or US sizing?
Our steel ring mandrels carry both UK alphabetical and US numerical scales unless the product specifically notes UK-only or US-only in the description. Hardwood and aluminium mandrels are unmarked — use a separate ring sizer to measure.
Can I hammer directly against the mandrel?
Steel mandrels yes — that is what they are designed for. Hardwood mandrels are for forming and finishing only; hammering against them dents the wood and marks the workpiece. Aluminium mandrels: light planishing only, no forging.
What is a stepped mandrel for?
Stepped (tiered) mandrels let you work batches of rings or bangles in fixed standard sizes — useful for production work where you are making matched pairs or a series. Tapered mandrels suit one-off resizing where you need every size in between.
How do I store it without rust?
Wipe with a light camellia or 3-in-1 oil after wet work or polishing, then store in a dry drawer or wall rack. A small silica gel pack in the drawer is cheap insurance against humidity in unheated workshops.

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