1 Side Wire Cutter Jewellery Beading Pliers – (127mm)

Description

Side Wire Cutter Pliers

How close to a tight-wrapped loop can you actually cut? That question matters when you’re trimming wire tails on briolette wraps or cleaning up excess after coiling jump rings. These side wire cutter pliers sit at 127mm in length, giving you the leverage to slice through 20-gauge copper or sterling silver wire without needing bolt-cutter strength, while the angled head lets you nestle right up against wrapped sections. The black and red vinyl grips distribute pressure across your palm during repetitive cuts, which means your hand won’t cramp halfway through a production run of earring pairs.

• Diagonal cutting head for access to tight spaces and close-to-work trimming
• 127mm overall length balances control with cutting power
• Dual-tone vinyl grips in black and red for secure, comfortable handling
• Metal core construction handles beading wire, soft findings, and copper wire up to medium gauge
• Compact profile fits easily in portable tool kits or cramped workspaces

Use these when you’re building chain maille and need to trim jump ring tails flush without gouging the neighbouring links. They’re equally suited to trimming tiger tail or nylon-coated jewellery making supplies after crimping, where a clean cut prevents fraying. If you’re wrapping gemstone beads with half-drilled backs, the angled jaw reaches into the wrap zone to snip excess wire without disturbing the coil. The diagonal design also works well for cutting headpins level with bead caps in stacked pendant designs.

Wipe the cutting edges with a soft cloth after each session to prevent resin residue or metal filings from dulling the blades. These cutters handle wire up to approximately 18-gauge in softer metals; for anything heavier, switch to heavy-duty shears to preserve the edge. The vinyl grips stay tacky even after months of use, though you can clean them with mild soap if they accumulate dust from your workspace.