Pliers & Cutters
Professional jewellery pliers and wire cutters for jewellery making and wire wrapping: parallel action, round nose, chain nose, flat nose, forming and nylon jaw pliers, plus side and flush cutters. Free UK delivery.
Jewellers pliers and cutters for bench work, wire work and beading: 321 products, including chain nose, round nose, flat nose, nylon-jaw, side cutter and flush cutter pliers. Parallel action pliers also have their own page, Parallel Pliers; if you're unsure which shape you need, read our pliers identifier.
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Multi-Task Pliers with Spring, 4-in-1 Round Flat Nose Cutters for Jewellery, Coil, Jump Ring, Wire Work -
Chain Nose Pointed Needle Nose Ergonomic Pliers, 5 Inch, Premium Stainless Steel, Jewellery Beads and Wire Work Tool -
Medium Triangle Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, 17.15 cm, 7 & 9 mm Jaws, Wire Wrapping Looping etc -
Wire Looping Pliers for Jewellery Making, 3-Step Wrap and Tap Tool, 5/7/10 mm Bail Making -
Flat Nose Pliers, 4.75 Inch, Stainless Steel, Slim Ergonomic Two Toned Grips, Phthalate Free, Jewellers Hobby Tool -
Parallel Action Square Bail Making Pliers with Jaw Stop, 8mm x 8mm Jaws, 6-Inch Jewellery Tool -
Parallel Action Chain Nose Pliers, Smooth Jaws, 140 mm Professional Jewellery Making Tool -
12 MM & 14 MM Parallel Action Round Bail Making Pliers, Adjustable Jaws Stop with Side Screw, Professional Jewellery & Crafts Making Tool -
Round Nose Pliers with Square Handles, Stainless Steel, 120mm Slim Line, Multi Purpose for Jewellery and Optical Work -
Medium Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Wire Looping and Bail Making, 7.5 x 5 mm & 6 x 4 mm -
Parallel Spring Action Swedging Pliers, 4-Hole Design, for Woodwind Repair and Jewellery Crafts -
160 mm Parallel Action Pliers with Adjustable Screw, Flat Nose, Smooth Jaws for Jewellery Making and Crafts -
Ergonomic Comfort Bent Chain Nose Pliers, 5.5 Inch, Stainless Steel with PVC Grips for Jewellery Crafts Making and Hobby -
Mini Parallel Action Flat Nose Pliers Keychain, 7.6 cm/ 3", Workable Jewellery Tool -
Economy Flat Nose Pliers, Black, 5 Inch, Slim Line, for Beading Jewellery Hobby Crafts Wire Work -
Jewellery Pliers Organiser, 6" x 3″ x 1″ Sturdy Metal Steel Rack Stand Holder for Beading Tools -
Large Size Oval Mandrel Pliers for Jewellery Making, Bail Making and Wire Looping, 12 x 8 mm & 9 x 6 mm -
Metal Punch Hole Pliers for Soft Metals Plastics and Leather, 1.5mm, Tool Steel, Ergonomic Rubber Coated Handle -
Fold Over Leather & Suedu Crimping Pliers, Smooth Round Finish, 9 mm Jaws -
6 Inch Half Round Concave Nose Pliers, Stainless Steel, Ring Bending and Forming Jewellery Tool -
Ergonomic Comfort Flat Nose Pliers, 5.5 Inch, Stainless Steel with PVC Grips for Jewellery Crafts Making and Hobby -
Professional Universal Magical Crimping Pliers for Beading, Jewellery Stringing and Crimp Tool -
Parallel Action Rectangle Bail Making Pliers with Jaw Stop, 6mm x 12mm, 6-Inch Stainless Steel, Jewellery Tool -
Ergonomic Comfort Long Chain Needle Nose Pliers, 5.5 Inch, Stainless Steel with PVC Grips for Jewellery Crafts Making and Hobby
The Toolsmith pliers and cutters range for bench jewellers, beaders, wire workers and repair studios: parallel action, chain nose, round nose, flat nose, bent nose, nylon jaw, side cutters, flush cutters and memory wire cutters.
Many pairs have box joints and return springs; each product page gives the jaw type, length and material. Every order ships from UK stock with free UK delivery, and we aim to dispatch orders placed before 2pm UK time, Monday to Friday, the same working day.
Who these tools are for
Bench jewellers, silversmiths, wire wrappers, beaders, jewellery repair studios, and students who have outgrown a beginner kit. Watchmakers also use them for strap and bracelet work.
Pliers by job
- Parallel action: the jaws stay parallel throughout the grip, so round wire and stock are held evenly
- Chain nose: smooth tapered jaws for loops, bends, jump rings and component work
- Round nose: conical jaws for consistent loops and ear wires
- Flat nose & bent nose: for opening jump rings, setting angles and gripping flat stock
- Side cutters & flush cutters: for trimming wire ends
How to pick the right pair
For softer metals (sterling silver, fine silver, gold, copper) pick smooth-jaw or nylon-jaw pliers so you don't scratch the stock. For hard wire, use cutters with tungsten carbide jaws. If you form a lot of round loops, round nose pliers with a consistent taper make loops easier to repeat.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between flush cutters and side cutters?
Flush cutters leave one flat end and one pinched end, so you cut with the flush side towards the work. Side cutters leave two bevelled ends. For finished jewellery ends, flush is preferred.
Do I need parallel action pliers?
Not strictly, but if you work with round wire, tube or stone settings where flat jaws would concentrate pressure and mark the metal, parallel action pliers help.
Can I use these for watchmaking and strap work?
Yes. Chain nose and flat nose pliers are often used for watch straps, spring bars and bracelet resizing; see also Watch Repair Kits.
Do you dispatch the same day?
We aim to. Orders placed before 2pm UK time, Monday to Friday, are targeted for same-day dispatch; later orders are dispatched from the next working day. It is a target, not a guarantee. Most UK orders arrive 2-3 working days after dispatch.
Do you offer trade or bulk pricing?
Yes. Email info@toolsmithltd.co.uk with your requirements for trade and bulk pricing. We supply jewellery colleges and working studios across the UK.
Buying guides
- Pliers Identifier: 7 Plier Types Every Bench Jeweller Should Know
- Parallel-Action vs Standard Jewellers Pliers - What's Worth the Premium
- The Best Jewellers Pliers Under £30 (UK, 2026)
- Beading and Knotting Tools - What Pros Use vs What Amazon Sells
Buying for a college, school or workshop? See Jewellery Colleges UK for trade accounts and bulk orders.
