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How Are Wire Cutters Used in Jewelry Making?

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By Megan Coward, Graduate Jeweler Gemologist, GIA, Graduate Gemologist, updated on

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Wire cutters are needed to cut wire. Get cutters that have a flush or flat side. Cutting wire with a nice, flush end cuts down on finishing time. Only cut precious metal wire with the wire cutters. Other types of metal will mar the edges and the cutters will not cut a smooth edge.

Different cutters are available for different gauges of wire. The cutters below will cut up to 1.6 mm wire. They are available on Amazon's website.

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Maxi Shears Flush Wire Cutters

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