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Forming & Beading Pliers — 5 Inch Flat / Half-Round Nose, Non-Slip PVC Handles

Forming & Beading Pliers — 5 Inch Flat / Half-Round Nose, Non-Slip PVC Handles - Main image
$5.91 $7.99 In stock

Category: Jewellery Making Tools

One jaw forms, the other holds: the half-round side shapes rings, loops and smooth curves, while the flat side puts a crisp angle into wire or grips a component still — the two operations that alternate constantly in beading and wirework, covered without a tool change. Apprentices learning wire forming will find the combination does most of a day's bending on its own.

Both inner faces are smooth, so soft jewellery metals come through unmarked, and the steel body runs on a simple, reliable lap joint. Bright red PVC handles give a non-slip, comfortable grip, and at 5 inches overall the pliers are compact enough for genuinely fine work with wire and small components.

  • One flat jaw for gripping and angled bends, paired with a half-round jaw for shaping curves.
  • The inner faces of both jaws are smooth to prevent marring soft jewellery metals.
  • Durable steel construction with a simple, reliable lap joint for smooth operation.
  • Bright red, non-slip PVC handles provide a comfortable and secure grip.
  • Compact 5-inch overall length is ideal for detailed wirework and beading.

Who it's for

A staple tool for UK bench jewellers, beading enthusiasts, and apprentices learning wire-forming techniques. Also suitable for model makers and electronics hobbyists who need to manipulate fine wire and components with control.

Specifications

  • Overall Length: 5" (approx. 125mm)
  • Jaw Type: Combination flat and half-round
  • Handle Material: Non-slip PVC
  • Body Material: Steel

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SKU: BC-XTAM-ZWWR

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Julian V. ★★★★★

The half-round jaw on these pliers makes forming consistent loops so much easier than using standard round-nose pliers. The non-slip handles are a lifesaver when my hands get sweaty during long crafting sessions.

Thomas N. ★★★★★

I’ve been using these pliers to shape jump rings and form tight loops, and the half-round jaw really helps me get smooth curves without marring the wire. The non-slip PVC handle feels comfortable even after an hour of detailed work. My only small wish is for a slightly narrower nose on the flat side

Kevin B. ★★★★★

The half-round jaw is a game-changer for shaping consistent loops—I can roll a smooth curve in one pass without kinking the wire. The PVC handles have a firm grip that doesn't slip even after an hour of twisting, and the 5-inch size is perfect for tight spots on delicate pieces.