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Post by Deleted on May 27, 2007 1:54:06 GMT -5
I am thinking that I need to invest in some better wire wrap tools. I curently just have a cheap set purchased at a craft store (the sets that have 4 or 5 tools.....wire cutters, round nose pliers etc) and I also have one round nose that was about $20 that I like pretty well. Problem is that I have to wrap them in tape to keep them from marring my wire and after wrapping the tool in a bit of tape, it just feels "bulky".
Im not sure exactly what Im looking for which makes it more difficult.
I thought maybe some of you more experienced wrappers might have some good suggestions.
Thanks!
Shannon
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Post by Cher on May 27, 2007 11:57:58 GMT -5
Get a real fine file and smooth off the edges or any spots you can feel. I got mine from www.widgetsupply.com at a cost from $3 to $5 each and have been very happy with them. |
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Post by karenfh on May 28, 2007 23:05:52 GMT -5
You can also get some "dip-it" stuff from your local hardware dealer, and dip the ends of your tools. I did that, have had to redip once w/my square-nosed pliers. I also already had the cheap set, and purchased the better pair of very fine-nosed round pliers (which I do use!). But, since I actually bought "grown up wire" I find I use my fingers and fingernails more than I do my tools. I am thinking about having my thumbnails done, with those really strong acrylic tips. Not long tips, just long enough to push the wire into place. Also, there are rubber thimbles available, which are normally used for coalating paper i the printing business. You can still sorta feel things, and they slip off easily if need be. They do, however, save your fingers.
Just a few thoughts.
I'm such a beginner! I'll bet you'll get some great advice; can't wait
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Post by Tweetiepy on May 29, 2007 9:29:24 GMT -5
Shannon, maybe you,re gripping too hard? - I know the round nose pliers seem to mark the most but try filing off some of the roughness inside them? - I got cheapos from Canadian tire & they work fine - I suggest the spring loaded ones, much easier to open
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Post by nancyf on Jun 7, 2007 8:37:04 GMT -5
My opinion on tools is this...I have cheap ones and I have expensive ones...and I use them both. To me, if a tool is in proper working order (ie. flush when closed, etc) and you can get the desired results with it...the cost of such tool is mute. My favorite round nose pliers came from Hobby Lobby, flush cutters (Plato model 170) from brandywinejewelrysupplies.com, flat nose pliers : Contenti.com - item #370-371. There are tools made for those with problematic hands (I have em)...yet I still use whatever tool gives me the desired results. I do like my Lindstrom tools...and I do use them,but I use my cheaper tools also. I'm a tool nut, sooooo I collect them I suppose. lol Anywho, after sanding your tools with a really fine grit...if you are still marring the wire, it is your grip. Took me a while to lighten up myself.  I hear the dip works well also (Blarneystone uses it). |
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Post by creativeminded on Jun 8, 2007 7:30:02 GMT -5
I too have tried several different tools and my favorite tools came with the wire wrapping course I ordered from Preston Reuther. www.wire-sculpture.com/index.phpThis is also where I got the best wire cutters for cutting my chainmaile rings. Tami |
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Post by Cher on Jun 8, 2007 11:14:44 GMT -5
One pair of pliers I got from widgetsupply.com is the exact same ergonomic tool offered on Preston Reuther's site, only mucho $$$ cheaper.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 8, 2007 12:01:56 GMT -5
I honestly dont think its my grip........I do most of the work with my hands since its ds wire and Im overly careful with the tools. I do not have the rough edges filed so Im sure that is it. The first time I heard about filing rough edges, I thought it meant rough edges like burrs or flaws in the metal. I didnt realize that I actually need to file down all of the edges themselves.
Cher, I checked out widget supply and the prices are very reasonable. Im going to be ordering a few things from them.
Thanks for the advice everyone.
Shannon
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Post by rockds on Jun 8, 2007 23:22:41 GMT -5
Nylon pliers wont mar your work. I have two sets, very cheap and cheap and the cheap work better than the, you get the picture. But I did spend some money to get a nice pair of nylon pliers - well worth the spend.
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I hear the dip works well also (Blarneystone uses it). 
