{"product_id":"metalartz-layout-jig-set-135107-135009-135111","title":"David Baird's Metalartz Layout Jig Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eDavid Baird's Metalartz Layout Jig Set brings together three precision layout tools designed to simplify the most time-consuming steps in metalsmithing — from cutting accurate bezel blanks to finding centers and dividing circles into equal segments. Developed by David Baird, a jeweler and educator with nearly four decades of experience, these tools are crafted in the USA and built for professional bench use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e17 Degree Cone Template Layout Jig (135.107):\u003c\/strong\u003e Determines the correct shape and size of metal to cut when using a 17-degree round bezel block. Place your round stone in the slot, then capture the correct arc using graphite tracing, a compass, or clear tape. Includes indexes for laying out 4- and 6-prong settings. Compatible with 17-degree round bezel blocks 127.000 and 127.003.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter Finder (135.009):\u003c\/strong\u003e Quickly locates the center of round discs using a V-slot designed to accept an ultra-fine point Sharpie. Draw two or three lines by rotating the disc for increased accuracy. The top plate adjusts for symmetry checking by loosening the screws and repositioning. Measures 3-1\/2\" x 3-1\/2\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Piece Division Plates Layout Jig Set (135.111):\u003c\/strong\u003e Three 4\" x 4\" clear acrylic plates, each 3 mm thick, marked with radial spoke divisions for rapid and precise angle layout. Transfer patterns to tape using pencil carbon, then apply to metal for accurate layout transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll three tools made in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear acrylic construction for easy visibility during layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplifies round bezel, tapered bezel, and tapered prong setting layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded Tools\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 Degree Cone Template Jig (135.107), Center Finder (135.009), 3-Piece Division Plates Set (135.111)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCenter Finder Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-1\/2\" x 3-1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDivision Plate Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\" x 4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDivision Plate Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDivision Plate Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Metalartz 17 Degree Cone Template Layout Jig (135.107)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Metalartz Center Finder (135.009)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Metalartz 3-Piece Division Plates Layout Jig Set (135.111)\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlate 1 — Divisible by 3: 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24 divisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlate 2 — Divisible by 4: 4, 8, 16, 32 divisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlate 3 — Divisible by 5: 5, 10, 20 divisions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 17 Degree Cone Template Layout Jig (135.107) is designed for use with 17-degree round bezel blocks \u003cstrong\u003e127.000\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e127.003\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDavid Baird has been making jewelry for nearly four decades. He holds a bachelor's degree from Evergreen State College, an MFA from The School of the American Craftsman at Rochester Institute of Technology, and a GG (Graduate Gemology certificate) from the GIA. David sells his work nationally and has taught classes and workshops for over 30 years, including at Metalwerx in Waltham, MA.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metalartz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43583554650326,"sku":"135.106KIT","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/david-baird-s-metalartz-layout-jig-set-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719956607","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/metalartz-layout-jig-set-135107-135009-135111","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}