Cutters - Xuron Micro-Shear Flush Cutter 170-II
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As with any cutter, they can be damaged if used on wire gauges that are too heavy. This particular cutter has not been in use long enough to know if it would dull after extended use, but my pair has only been in use for a few months, is very small in size, and is barely used. The quality of their work is the same as when Many of the cutters I've used for many years (not Xuron) are still as sharp as they were when I bought them. This is what I would suggest. If you have advanced beyond the level of a beginner, or if you're considering upgrading 'beginner tools,' buy the best you can afford, use properly, and watch out for scams Make sure they are well taken care of Investing in this strategy for the long term is also a wise decision.
By "tennis stringers" you mean the strings that hold tennis rackets together. The Micro Shears are not something I would recommend for use. Plastics that are softer and smaller are best for these.
Zoom in on the first picture of it and you'll see the spring/tension bar sticking out of the right grip, which you can see by clicking on it.
It is likely they will. It is easier for me to cut the harder wire with my older pair
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The tool is made in the USA and is so great! These are some of the items I have in my store. The blades are quite sharp and do a great job of cutting soft copper wire however, after a couple of years, they're a little worn out. It's time to toss me and buy a new one. It's easy to find cheap Chinese copies on Amazon, but they don't compare in either performance or comfort. The grips are just pliable enough to slip on the fingers without digging into your hand. There is a hard plastic grip on the copies. I guarantee you won't be disappointed if you get these.
The flush cutters offered here perform well for cutting jewelry wire up to maybe 18 gauge. The thin tips are convenient for close in cutting. They are good for cutting 26 gauge to maybe 18 gauge jewelry wire. Made in the US, these have a sharp edge.
Making jewelry from these is a dream come true. Using them is a great idea for cutting wire after you have wrapped 24 gauge wire or 21 gauge wire into those really tight spaces The pins should be gauge, and you should cut close in and smooth, with them. There are no words to describe how highly I recommend them.
I bought these on Amazon, and I can attest that they are made with high-quality materials. Among the results of using these products, no tearing of material during cutting, no jagged edges. It is well worth the cost.
NOTE Model building is the only use of plastics, resins and balsa, so I only use these materials. * My experience with them includes neither soft metals such as copper nor metals such as iron or bronze.
I notice the price has increased just a bit, but they are worth the added cost. So far, I have used a number of versions made in China but these are the best. Keep in mind that flush cutters such as these can only be used for soft metals such as copper or for small diameter plastics. A benefit of the low profile handles is that they do not interfere with the action.
Other wire crafters highly recommended it. The best thing to do is to purchase in-store so that you can check that the edges line up and that the closure is complete Though there is a minor difference in the measurement, there is still enough of an edge that needs to be cleaned up. As the photo added was just taken, it was still enclosed in its packaging. In addition to feeling good in hand, they will function well enough for the job at hand. The price is fair for the value you get.
I have noticed they have lost some of their clean cuts, so I am going to try and sharpen the blades a little, since I use them a lot to cut soft 26 gauge wire. Great value for the price and I would buy them again.
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