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Jewelry Making Pliers - Our Personal Recommendations

The basic 3 pliers we can't live without — chain nose, round nose, and flat nose. Add a wire cutter and you can do everything we do.

We've been making jewelry for 29 years with just three pliers — chain nose, round nose, and flat nose — plus a wire cutter. That's it. That's everything we use. Here's how we think about each one and which set is right for you.

What each one is for

•All 3 pliers — basic wire wrap and briolette wrap
•Chain + flat nose — opening jump rings
•Chain nose — crimping
•Round nose — loops and memory wire
•Flat nose — holding, coiling, and turning sharp angles

Which set is right for you

•Basic set — all 3 pliers, lower-grade steel with less refined jaws. Great for beginners or once-a-month beaders. Need just one? Contact us.
•Premium (blue handle) — made in Germany with high-quality carbon steel and polished jaws. Start with a quality tool that performs well and lasts decades. Sold individually.
•Jeweler's set (white handle) — made in Sweden. Spectacular strength, performance, and quality. We've been using and selling them for 28 years and can't say enough good things.

For detailed info on wire cutters, read our blog post: 5 Essential Wire Cutters: Expert Recommendations Since 1997

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