Fine Bail & Wire Looping Pliers — Small Oval Mandrels 4.5 × 3.5 mm & 3.2 × 2.5 mm, Jewellery
Free-forming a run of tiny bails by eye rarely ends with a matched set. These pliers fix the shape for you: one jaw forms a 4.5mm × 3.5mm oval for small bails, the other a 3.2mm × 2.5mm oval for fine links — the sizes that suit earring wires and pendant connections. Wrap, release, repeat, and every loop matches the last.
The polished steel jaws are smooth, so fine-gauge gold and silver wire forms without picking up marks, and the box joint keeps everything aligned under repeated pressure. Cushioned teal grips give the control that delicate, small-scale wirework asks for — a sound tool for bench jewellers, wire artists and students.
- 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
What jewellers say about us
“Reasonable quality and half the price of the others available. Pleasantly surprised.”
“Fabulous product and customer service. Would surely buy again.”
“Excellent value, good quality item. Exactly what was described.”
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