Maillers often make modifications to the jaws of their pliers to suit their specific needs. I work in jewelry metals and use jump rings that are medium-sized to micro. I find that thin plier jaws can be very helpful when weaving in tight spaces (this […]
New maillers often have issues with scratching and marring their jump rings. First, make sure you are choosing the proper pliers for your project (see my 4-part blog post “What to Consider When Choosing Pliers”). My next bit of advice is to practice opening and closing jump rings […]
In the previous installment of this blog, I discussed different types of spring mechanisms. Handles are also an important consideration. When weaving maille, the pliers are in your hands for long periods of time, so you want to make sure that they are comfortable. HANDLES: […]
In the previous installment of this blog, I discussed the qualities I look for in the jaws of my pliers. The next thing to consider when choosing the appropriate pair of pliers is the spring mechanism. SPRINGS: Some pliers have springs and some don’t. I […]
In the previous installment of this blog, I discussed the personal factors you should consider when trying to decide on an appropriate pair of pliers. Now I’ll present the first of three attributes to examine when trying to choose which pliers to use – the jaws of the pliers. […]
One of the most frequently asked questions I get is, “What pliers should I buy?” There is not a one-size-fits-all answer. I have lots of different pliers that I use in different situations. Not all of them are super expensive either. Expensive pliers are […]
