rockmegently
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Post by rockmegently on Feb 22, 2009 6:12:27 GMT -5
I've seen the recommendations to grind down the bevel edge of cutters to help prevent jagged snips on wire...don't want to sound ignorant, but I pretty much am in the tool dept ...so any advice on the subject would be appreciated. I'll probably need to enlist the help of the other half in using a grinding stone, but it would help to have specific directions, lol! Also, if I purchase a Dremel rotory tool, will I find any attachments besides the burr cup and polish pads helpful in wire working? Thanks!! Sheree
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Post by johnjsgems on Feb 22, 2009 8:45:43 GMT -5
I don't know about reworking cutters but would suggest you buy "flush cutters". They would give you a square cut. Any pliers you use (regardless of cost) should have edges of jaws filed slightly with a steel file to remove sharp edge.
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mirkaba
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Post by mirkaba on Feb 22, 2009 14:22:30 GMT -5
DeeAnn files the ends of the wire. Sort of rounds it over. Bob
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Post by mohs on Feb 22, 2009 14:31:38 GMT -5
The above is right on! I don't know how much you need to grind but sharpening nippers or wire dikes can be difficult. My suggestion is DO NOT use a dremel or any machinery belt/ grinding wheel ect... unless the you have lots to modify. Those free form hand methods remove material too quickly, causing double grinds and poor jaw alignment. If the tool need to be seriously modified then it would be best to just buy the proper shaped tool. But barring all that--- files and honing stones---- are the best control method. I’ve sharpen nippers and such for nail salons. Method works well & is fast. But then again you may have better hand control then me. Grind away !!
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rockmegently
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Post by rockmegently on Feb 22, 2009 16:58:51 GMT -5
Alright guys! Sounds good to me, files and honing stones are alot cheaper than using other tools and the wrists can always use a break, deeptime, lol! I appreciate your responses! Thanks, Sheree
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buck570
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Post by buck570 on Feb 24, 2009 21:34:25 GMT -5
the idea is to take the edge off the working jaws . alight sanding will do it. less nicks in your wire.
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rockmegently
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Post by rockmegently on Feb 25, 2009 18:06:42 GMT -5
the idea is to take the edge off the working jaws . alight sanding will do it. less nicks in your wire. Great, I obviously didn't have a clue when I posted the question. So happy to know it is a simple task! Sheree
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