5 Types of Pliers Used For Jewellery Making - Jewellery Making Tips
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In this short video Jessica Rose talks through the 5 different kinds of pliers that make up a basic set. From cutters, round nose to chain nose, Jess explains which each type is commonly used for and when you might need them.
5 Types of Pliers Used in Jewellery Making
Side Cutters - used for cutting wire and have a flat side and a bevelled side
Round Nosed - used for making loops, coils and curves
Chain Nosed (Snipe Nosed) - with a flat face and a narrow point, great for getting in small spaces
Flat Nosed - great for straightening out and manipulating wire
Half Round (D Shaped) - so useful for working with curved surfaces like rings or when creating bezel settings
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