Essential Tools for Beading and Wire Art

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The Right Scissors for
Precision and Durability
Model 440
High Precision Scissor
Ideal choice for cutting
bead cord or natural
fiber threads, including
embroidery floss, due to its
true scissor action. While wire
cutters tend to pull or fray these
materials, the model 440 will make
clean, swift, effortless cuts. Uniquely
designed with a return spring and
comfortable handles (no finger loops)
– perfect for both left and right-handed use.
Model 9180
High Durability Scissor
Designed and manufactured
for cutting Kevlar® and
other high strength fibers.
These materials, though enjoyed
by beaders for their abrasion
resistance and stretch-free nature,
will ruin the cutting edges of a wire
cutter or traditional scissor quickly.
Money spent on this scissor means
your other tools will stay sharper longer.
Terrific for cutting Dandyline®, Fireline®
and other high strength stringing fibers.
Xuron® brand Cutters and Pliers are known
for their high quality, durability and precision
craftsmanship. Xuron® tools are made at our
factory in Saco, Maine USA where we have
control over every aspect of manufacturing,
quality control and service.
At Xuron, we understand that tools are an
integral part of your creative experience.
Excellent tools have a direct impact on the
quality of your finished product. We’re pleased
to introduce our fine line of tools to you perfect for bead stringing, wire art and general
jewelry making.
The first time you use your Xuron® cutter
you will notice the difference in our tools. The
cutting edges do not line up perfectly. In fact,
this is Xuron’s unique Micro-Shear® blade
bypass cutting method, which we developed
and patented. Compared to traditional wire
cutters that cut by compression (squeezing
the material until it cuts, leaving a spike or pinch
that requires clean-up), the cutting blades of a
Xuron® tool bypass for a sheer cut that leaves
a clean flat surface. See diagram below:
Compression cutter blades
meet edge-to-edge,
causing a spiked
cut and an
eventual dulling
of the tool.
This is a cross section view
of a XURON® Micro-Shear®
flush cutter from the tip end.
Note how the blades bypass — this is
a very important feature that results in
a clean square cut with no spikes.
All Xuron® tools feature return springs and
soft, non-slip rubber handle grips for comfort,
ease of use, and exceptional control.
Wire Art and Beading
Tool Kits
Model TK2400
Bead Stringers
Tool Kit
Tool kit contains three basic
tools for beaders: Xuron’s
model 410 for cutting both
soft and flexible stranded
bead wire, model 450 Tweezer
Nose Plier, and the model 488
Round Nose Plier. Sturdy
canvas pouch has two
additional open spaces for
tweezers or a beading awl,
making storage and protection
easy for these useful tools.
Model TK2900
Wire Art Tool Kit
Contains the three basic tools
for any wire artist: our model
2175SH Maxi-Shear™ Flush
Cutter for cutting soft wire
up to 12 AWG (2mm), Model
485FN Flat Nose Plier, and
Model Chain/TweezerNose™
Plier. Tools are packed in a
sturdy, portable canvas pouch
with two additional open
spaces that can hold tweezers
or markers.
62 Industrial Park Road
Saco, ME 04072
Tel: 207-283-1401
Email: sales@xuron.com
www.Xuron.com
Xuron® tools are available at hobby/craft retailers.
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Made in the USA
Essential Tools for
Beading and Wire Art
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Beading and Wire Art Tools
Working with bead stringing, chainmaille,
metalsmithing or general jewelry design?
Whether beginner or professional designer,
there’s a Xuron® Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter
to meet your needs. These are Xuron’s most
versatile and long lasting cutters, offering
Xuron’s Micro-Shear® cutting for flat, clean cuts.
Excellent craftmanship requires excellent tools.
The proof is in the results.
Model 170-II
Micro-Shear ®
Flush Cutter
An affordable choice for cutting soft
beading wire up to 18 AWG (1mm).
Cuts flush, getting close to a bead or
a knot.
Model 9100
Oval Head
Micro-Shear ® Flush
Cutter
Oval shaped cutter head lends itself
perfectly to wire art and chainmaille.
Great for cutting jump rings up to 12
AWG (2mm) and precious metal wire.
Handles are 5” (127mm) in length and well
suited for small/medium size hands. Soft
rubber handle grips and return spring add
comfort and control.
Model 9200
Tapered Head
Micro-Shear ®
Flush Cutter
Tapered head design is perfect for
cutting soft wire and materials up to
14 AWG (1.6mm). Strong enough to cut
prongs for stone settings. Handles are 5”
(127mm) in length and well suited for small/
medium size hands. Soft rubber handle grips
and return spring add comfort and control.
Model 410
Micro-Shear ®
Flush Cutter
Model 2175
Maxi-Shear™
Flush Cutter
Similar to the model 170-II in size
and shape, but its cutting edges are
harder, making it perfect for cutting
flexible stranded bead wire without
damage to cutting edges. Can be used for
cutting soft wire up to 18 AWG (1mm).
Designed for your most
demanding applications, this cutter
is manufactured from .125” thick steel
and capable of cutting soft wire up to 12 AWG
(2mm) with ease. The oval configuration of
the cutter head offers strength and the longer
(6”, 152mm) curved handles lend additional
mechanical advantage for easier cutting. Ideal
for larger hands.
This tool is also available with an angled cutter
head (Model 420) for better access and “sight”
when cutting between beads or a bead and clasp.
Also available in a short handle configuration
(Model 2175SH).
Model 2193
Heavy Duty
Double Flush Cutter
This is the perfect tool for cutting
hard wire and memory wire up to 1mm
diameter. The Heavy Duty Double Flush
Cutter offers a nontraditional approach
to cutting. Cutting blades of this tool
completely bypass, causing them to “break”
the wire rather than squeeze it in order to cut.
As a result, both the cut and cut off sections of
wire are near perfectly square. Capable of cutting
soft wire up to 12 AWG (2mm).
Model 2193F
Heavy Duty Double
Flush Cutter with
Wire Retaining Clamps
Similar to our model 2193, but with
outside retaining clamps that hold the wire
perpendicular to the jaws for straight flat cuts
on both sides of the wire. The clamps also
prevent wire fly always, so you can keep track of
your precious metal pieces. Cuts soft wire up to
12 AWG (2mm) and hard wire up to 1.5mm.
Precision Work Demands
Precision Pliers
Model 450
TweezerNose
(Chain Nose) Plier
Our “Tweezer Nose” Plier blades are
very fine and precise (like a tweezer),
with the added benefit of soft rubber grips
and a return spring for excellent control and
comfort. Great for handling delicate findings and
beads, holding wire, and flattening crimp tubes.
Model 488
Round Nose Plier
Used for looping and forming
wire. Plier blades are round at
the tip and transition to an elliptical
shape for multiple forming possibilities.
Although very delicate in appearance, the
plier blades will stay aligned (not cross)
when in use, unlike less expensive alternatives.
Model 485FN
Flat Nose Plier
Plier jaws are flat and wide
for bending, forming, grasping,
holding and flattening wire and
other materials. As with all Xuron®
brand pliers, this tool offers maximum
comfort. Traditional, bulky, drop-forged
pliers don’t compare to the quality and
versatility our pliers provide.
Model 450BN
Bent Nose Plier
A bent nose version of our model
450 Tweezer Nose Plier – great
for handling small beads or delicate
items while keeping the hand in a
horizontal position. Soft, non-slip rubber
grips and return spring offer excellent
control while working.
Model 496
Split Ring Plier
Industrial-grade split ring
plier designed for opening
rings when installing clasps,
charms or other jewelry pieces.
Equipped with a return spring for
comfort and convenience.
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