Has anyone else seen the advertisement and mini video for the One-Step Crimper Plier? Are you tempted?
As a part time jewelry maker, I am always looking for ideas that will foolproof my not-quite-as experienced ways. I see this advertised and wonder, "is this the tool for me?"
Have you tried it? Do you want to? What technique do you prefer to use for crimping?
(and as primarily a lampwork beadmaker, of course I looked at this and wondered what it would do if I put hot glass in it and squeezed the handles. I'm always testing tools for that kind of thing.)
I'm trying to figure out whether this will get some of my hard earned money or not. Would you consider buying it? Why or why not?
Hi Marcy,
ReplyDeleteI just looked at the results of the trials with differing sizes..for me it wouldn't work because I use light weight wire and small crimps. I use the old fashioned two step crimp pliers...still the best results for me..(then adding a crimp cover for esthetics..)
I have considered buying this tool, but I haven't done it. Mid rather buy glass! Lol! If there is a great sale on it, I might, but I'm not sure.
ReplyDeleteHi Mallory...yes, it's not my priority yet, either. I want to hear from someone who has used it, first.
ReplyDeleteI watched the video the other day and was quite impresses. While new tools always tempt me, I don't think I'll purchase this one. (I really don't do much stringing any more)
ReplyDeleteWoah! That's a scary looking tool, but I'd be tempted to try it out.
ReplyDeleteI prefer twisted or tornado crimps (no failures) but the tool does look interesting. The twisted ones are sometimes hard to find.
ReplyDeleteI too use twisted/tornado crimps, they don't break or fail. No special tool required
ReplyDeleteI thought it was too expensive and looked too fussy. What is hard about the 2 step?
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