{"product_id":"fretz-progressive-stake-set-f2a-f2b-f2c","title":"Fretz Progressive Stake Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFretz Progressive Stake Set\u003c\/strong\u003e—featuring models F-2A, F-2B, and F-2C—is designed by master metalsmith \u003cstrong\u003eBill Fretz\u003c\/strong\u003e for forming undulating, fluted designs in sheet metal. Each stake builds on the geometry of the Fretz F-2 Forming Stake but incorporates a raised ridge along the center line that becomes progressively sharper from stake to stake, enabling seamless transitions from gentle curves to deeply fluted waves in anticlastic or synclastic forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBill Fretz demonstrates the use of this set in the April 2011 issue of \u003cem\u003eLapidary Journal \/ Jewelry Artist\u003c\/em\u003e, showing how to raise a fluted bangle bracelet using these progressive forms alongside complementary Fretz hammers and holders. The set is available only as a complete three-piece unit and is not sold individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet of three progressive forming stakes: \u003cstrong\u003eF-2A, F-2B, and F-2C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach stake shares the general profile of the F-2, with a center ridge that increases in height and sharpness across the set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for producing \u003cstrong\u003efluted, rippled, or wavelike contours\u003c\/strong\u003e in bracelets, vessels, and other raised forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolished stainless steel working surfaces for clean forming and minimal metal marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard Fretz stake holders and fixtures for raising, planishing, or forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSold as a complete set only—not available individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreating \u003cstrong\u003efluted bangles\u003c\/strong\u003e and cuffs with even undulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeveloping progressive anticlastic or synclastic curves in sheet metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForming decorative edges and contours for sculptural metalwork and jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Stakes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF-2A, F-2B, F-2C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBase Profile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame as Fretz F-2 Forming Stake (Otto Frei #112.638)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCenter Ridge\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaised, progressively sharper from A to C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMount Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits Fretz stake holders and related fixtures\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as a set only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFretz Forming Stake F-2A\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFretz Forming Stake F-2B\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFretz Forming Stake F-2C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fretz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43581148627158,"sku":"112.626","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/fretz-progressive-stake-set-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719957705","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/it\/products\/fretz-progressive-stake-set-f2a-f2b-f2c","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}