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Durston Professional Semi Flush Tapered Cutter 130mm

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The Durston Professional Semi Flush Tapered Cutter delivers laser-precision edges engineered for seamless, repeatable cuts. The tapered head design provides enhanced access to close work areas and fine details while leaving a minimal pinch mark. By cutting at the center of the jaw, the tapered profile also protects the delicate tips from premature damage.

Built with a lap joint construction — where one half overlaps the other and is secured by an adjustable screw — this cutter can be fine-tuned as the joint wears, extending the tool's working life. The double-leaf spring mechanism uses flat, tempered metal tabs mounted inside each handle to hold the jaws open between cuts, delivering a fast, strong rebound that supports productivity during repetitive work.

Ergonomic poly handles offer a comfortable, secure grip to reduce hand fatigue during extended bench sessions. This cutter produces a pyramidal tip at the end of the wire, making it particularly well-suited for standard cutting tasks where the final wire shape is not a critical factor.

Features

  • Laser-precision cutting edges for seamless, repeatable results
  • Tapered jaw profile improves access to tight work areas and fine details
  • Center-jaw cutting action protects tips from damage
  • Lap joint construction with adjustable screw for long-term performance tuning
  • Double-leaf spring mechanism — flat tempered metal tabs provide fast, strong handle rebound
  • Ergonomic poly handles reduce hand fatigue during extended use
  • Produces a pyramidal wire tip — ideal for standard cutting applications

Specifications

Brand Durston
Jaw Style Semi Flush Tapered
Jaw Length 15mm
Handle Length 89mm
Overall Length 130mm
Maximum Cutting Capacity 0.8mm soft copper wire; yellow gold, silver, platinum, and non-ferrous jewelry metals
Handle Material Poly (ergonomic)
Metals to Avoid Nickel-based white gold alloys

Notes

Important — Please Read Before Use: Durston cutters are not guaranteed. Cutting capacity limits are based on soft copper wire only. Metal alloys commonly used in jewelry are significantly harder and will accelerate wear. Flush cutters of all types are delicate instruments — use the middle of the cutting edge whenever possible and avoid cutting with the tips.

If tip damage occurs, grind the undamaged side down to match the damaged side and continue use. Dents in the cutting surface indicate the metal being cut exceeds the tool's hardness limits. Durston cutters, and similar products used in the jewelry industry, should be considered consumable, labor-saving tools.

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Brand
Durston
Part #
146.1788
Type
Cutters
Dimensions
5.25 in x 2.25 in x 0.75 in
Jaw Style
Semi Flush Tapered
Jaw Length
15mm
Handle Length
89mm
Overall Length
130mm
Maximum Cutting Capacity
0.8mm soft copper wire; yellow gold, silver, platinum, and non-ferrous jewelry metals
Handle Material
Poly (ergonomic)
Metals to Avoid
Nickel-based white gold alloys