PL1781 = Pro Flat Nose Plier

Durston Professional Pliers Built like precision instruments. Used like an extra pair of hands. Durston's Professional line of pliers isn't your average bench tool. They're engineered for jewelers who demand accuracy, comfort, and durability in every squeeze. Made from hardened, high-carbon steel, each pair is precision ground and polished to ensure clean contact surfaces and smooth action. The lap-joint construction keeps jaws perfectly aligned, while double-leaf springs provide just the right amount of rebound so your hands don't wear out before your ideas do. Each handle is fitted with ergonomic, non-slip grips designed for long studio sessions, and the jaws are smooth and non-serrated, giving you full control without leaving unwanted marks on precious metal. From delicate wirework to small-scale fabrication, these pliers handle the fine details like they were designed by someone who actually works at a bench, because they were. Why jewelers love them: * Crafted from high-carbon steel for strength, durability, and long edge life. * Precision-ground, mirror-polished jaws for smooth, mar-free performance. * Lap-joint pivot ensures perfect jaw alignment and consistent pressure. * Double-leaf springs reduce hand fatigue during repetitive work. * Ergonomic handles for secure, comfortable grip. * Designed in the U.K. by Durston a trusted name in jewelry tools for over 50 years. Whether you're looping, bending, forming, or flattening, Durston Professional Pliers give you control that feels more like craftsmanship than work. This flat-nose plier is a must-have for shaping, bending, and holding metal or wire with clean precision. The flat, smooth jaws provide a broad gripping surface that keeps your metal steady without marring it. Excellent control for delicate work. It's perfect for bending wire at sharp angles, straightening or flattening metal, holding jump rings or components while you solder, or gripping sheet pieces during shaping. The wide jaws make it easy to form crisp edges, create geometric bends, or gently press crimps and bezels into place. Jaw length = 23mm Tip width = 5mm Handle length = 89mm Overall length = 115 mm This plier offers a comfortable size for detailed work without feeling bulky in your hand. For hobbyists, this tool shines in everyday jewelry projects like forming ear wires, adjusting clasps, tightening loops, or holding pieces steady while wrapping or gluing. It's also a great companion for metal stamping, resin jewelry assembly, and small craft repairs. If you're just starting out, think of flat-nose pliers as the €œhelping hands€ of your tool kit; simple, steady, and endlessly useful for getting your projects to look clean and professional.