Which pliers do you really need when starting out making your own jewellery?
There are a lot of different types of jewellery making pliers available covering the basics to more specialised needs. If you are just starting to make your own jewellery this can be confusing and leave you wondering what pliers are essential for jewellery making.
Our handy guide will explain what the different types of pliers are for and which you really need when starting out.
The ones we find ourselves reaching for on a daily basis are snipe nose pliers, round nose pliers, side cutters. The others included here all have their purpose and may help to make your jewellery designs neater, help you troubleshoot problems in the workshop and make some tasks easier.
If you want to start making jewellery and have a limited budget, we'd recommend starting with the basics first or invest in our pack of pliers which includes 5 essentials in a handy zipped carry case.