3-step wrap and tap bail forming pliers with red handles and a stepped 5, 7 and 10 mm barrel jaw, on a cream background

Bail Forming Pliers — 3-Step Wrap and Tap Wire Looper, 5/7/10 mm Barrels

£7.99
Sale price  £7.99 Regular price 
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3-step wrap and tap bail forming pliers with red handles and a stepped 5, 7 and 10 mm barrel jaw, on a cream background

Bail Forming Pliers — 3-Step Wrap and Tap Wire Looper, 5/7/10 mm Barrels

£7.99
Sale price  £7.99 Regular price 
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For pulling matched loops and bails without measuring a single one. Three stepped barrels on one jaw — 5 mm, 7 mm and 10 mm — mean small, standard and large pendant bails all come off the same tool at a repeatable size, which is exactly what matched earring pairs and production runs demand. Pairing wire thickness to loop size is easier with our wire gauge guide.

The opposing jaw is smooth with a round profile so soft wire is never marred as it wraps, and a box joint keeps both jaws in parallel alignment through the squeeze. Red plastic-dipped handles give a comfortable, non-slip grip, and the tool suits non-ferrous wire — silver, gold and copper all form cleanly.

  • One jaw features three stepped barrels at 5mm, 7mm, and 10mm diameters.
  • Opposing jaw is a smooth, round profile to prevent marring soft wire.
  • Constructed with a box joint for reliable, parallel jaw alignment during use.
  • Fitted with red, plastic-dipped handles for a comfortable, non-slip grip.
  • Suitable for forming loops in non-ferrous metals like silver, gold, and copper wire.

Who it's for

An essential tool for UK bench jewellers creating pendants, earrings, and other wire-wrapped components. Also ideal for wire artists and craftspeople who require consistent loop sizes for their work.

Specifications

  • Bail Diameters: 5 mm, 7 mm, 10 mm
  • Jaw Material: Steel
  • Handle: Plastic-dipped

Free UK delivery from £30 · Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri · 30-day returns

Weight 150 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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