Oval mandrel pliers close-up of the head, two parallel steel mandrel jaws on a polished box joint, teal foam grips

Fine Bail & Wire Looping Pliers — Small Oval Mandrels 4.5 × 3.5 mm & 3.2 × 2.5 mm, Jewellery

£14.99
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Oval mandrel pliers close-up of the head, two parallel steel mandrel jaws on a polished box joint, teal foam grips

Fine Bail & Wire Looping Pliers — Small Oval Mandrels 4.5 × 3.5 mm & 3.2 × 2.5 mm, Jewellery

£14.99
Sale price  £14.99 Regular price 
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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

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Weight 100 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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