Stainless steel seafood shears, 18.5 cm, for cracking lobster and crab shells.

Sprue Cutting & Gripping Shears — Stainless Steel, 18.5 cm, Silver, Bench Casting Clean-Up

£12.99
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Stainless steel seafood shears, 18.5 cm, for cracking lobster and crab shells.

Sprue Cutting & Gripping Shears — Stainless Steel, 18.5 cm, Silver, Bench Casting Clean-Up

£12.99
Sale price  £12.99 Regular price 
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Precision steel shears for clean sprue removal and component gripping at the jeweller's bench.

What it does

These robust shears offer a dual function for intricate metalwork. The hardened stainless steel jaws feature a sharp cutting edge for effortless sprue removal, complemented by finely serrated gripping surfaces for secure handling of small components. A single-rivet pivot ensures high leverage, making light work of tough materials and reducing hand fatigue during repetitive tasks. The satin finish minimises glare under workshop lighting.

How to use it

  • Position jaws around the sprue or component.
  • Apply firm, controlled pressure for cutting or gripping.
  • Wipe clean after use and store dry.

Who it's for

An essential tool for bench jewellers, silversmiths, and model makers. Ideal for refining pewter or white metal castings, these shears replace multiple tools and streamline post-casting clean-up. Also suitable for hobbyists and intermediate makers working with plastics and other non-ferrous materials.

What's in the box

1 x Stainless Steel Cutting & Gripping Shears, 18.5 cm

Our promise

UK-stocked at our Birmingham workshop. Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm. Free UK delivery on orders over £30. 30-day returns — try it at the bench.

Weight 140 g

What jewellers say about us

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“Reasonable quality and half the price of the others available. Pleasantly surprised.”
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“Fabulous product and customer service. Would surely buy again.”
Kay · Verified buyer
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“Excellent value, good quality item. Exactly what was described.”
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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.

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