8 MM & 11 MM Parallel Action Round Bail Making Pliers, Adjustable Jaws Stop with Side Screw, Professional Jewellery & Crafts Making Tool
For jewellers producing batches of large pendants, these pliers form consistent 8mm and 11mm bails every time. The parallel action ensures even pressure on your wire, whilst the adjustable stop screw locks in the diameter for perfectly repeatable results.
Key features
- Forms two distinct loop sizes with smooth 8mm and 11mm round jaws.
- Compound box-joint mechanism keeps jaws parallel throughout their movement.
- Features an adjustable stop screw with a knurled head to set a repeatable closing distance.
- An internal return spring opens the jaws automatically for faster work.
- Curved steel handles feature a stamped pattern for improved grip.
Who it's for
Designed for UK bench jewellers and craftspeople who specialise in wirework and pendant making. Ideal for small production runs where consistency between every piece is critical, particularly when working with gold, silver, and other non-ferrous metals.
Specifications
- Material: Steel
- Jaw Diameters: 8mm, 11mm
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Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK bench jewellers producing consistent large pendants
- Craftspeople forming repeatable 8mm and 11mm bails
- Wireworkers requiring even pressure on non-ferrous metals
- Small production runs needing consistent loop diameters
Not for
- Cutting or shaping hardened steel wire
- Forming bails smaller or larger than 8mm and 11mm
- Heavy-duty industrial fabrication
- Users who do not require high repeatability
How this compares
| 8 MM & 11... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Jaw Action | Parallel action with compound box-joint | Pivot action with lap joint |
| Loop Size Consistency | Adjustable stop screw for repeatable 8mm and 11mm bails | Manual estimation, leading to variable loop diameters |
| Jaw Material | Durable steel jaws | Softer, less durable metal jaws |
| Grip | Curved steel handles with stamped pattern for improved grip | Plain, smooth handles offering less secure grip |