Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Technical Specification |
| Brand & Origin | NIQUA® Antilope (Made in Germany) |
| Product SKU / Item No. | 04-039-130 |
| Plier Profile Type | Half-Round & Concave Forming Pliers (Ring Bending Plier) |
| Total Tool Length |
130mm (approx. 5.1”) |
| Jaw Working Geometry | 1 Convex Half-Round (D-Profile) + 1 Channel Grooved Concave Jaw |
| Surface Finish | Smooth Precision-Ground (Without Cut / Non-Serrated) |
| Spring Mechanism | Without Spring (Manual Tactile Return) |
| Cutting Edges | Without Cutter |
| Joint Construction | Precision Machined Box Joint |
| Handle Coating | Ergonomic Red Cushion-Grip PVC |
| Target Workpieces | Ring Shanks, Wire, Bezel Strips, Sheet Metal, Bails |
Form seamless curved contours, bend heavy ring shanks, and curve precious metal sheet without surface distortion using authentic NIQUA® Antilope Half-Round & Concave-Nose Pliers. Precision-manufactured in Solingen, Germany, under the heritage Antilope goldsmithing tool standard, this 130mm (approx. 5.1”) specialty bending plier pairs a convex half-round (D-profile) jaw with a precisely matched grooved concave jaw. Unlike standard flat-jaw pliers that create angular kinks or leave flat spots, this interlocking profile cradles both sides of wire and sheet stock simultaneously—pressing smooth, radiused curves from the inside while providing uniform outer support. Built intentionally without an internal return spring, it delivers pure manual tactile feedback, allowing goldsmiths and bench jewelers to apply exact, nuanced pressure when working with soft high-karat gold, fine silver, and platinum.
Key Features & Benefits
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Convex Half-Round & Concave Mating Jaw Geometry: Features a convex D-shaped jaw that fits into a precision-machined concave channel, allowing metalsmiths to roll continuous curves, form ring shanks, and shape bails without creasing or flattening outer surfaces.
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Springless Design for Pure Tactile Control: Built without an internal return spring (“Spring: None”), eliminating counter-resistance against the fingers so craftsmen can accurately feel metal work-hardening and control closure pressure directly.
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Smooth, Mark-Free Working Surfaces: Precision-ground without serrations or sharp teeth, ensuring that polished precious metals, delicate gallery wire, and decorative sheet remain free of tooling indentations and bite marks.
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Precision Box-Joint Alignment: Interlocking German-tolerance box joint prevents jaw twisting and lateral play under heavy forming torque, ensuring jaws remain aligned when bending thick metal stock.
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Non-Cutting Structural Integrity: Engineered without integrated wire cutters to maintain solid hinge strength and eliminate the risk of accidental pinching or scoring on delicate jewelry findings.
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Ergonomic Red PVC-Dipped Handles: Textured cushion-dip handles provide a secure, non-slip grip, dampening palm strain during long production sessions.
Commercial Procurement & B2B Wholesale Supply
Outfitting commercial jewelry manufacturing lines, professional goldsmith benches, or expanding your wholesale retail tooling inventory? We supply authentic German-made NIQUA® Antilope pliers with volume-tiered wholesale discounts, complete catalog availability, and dependable international export fulfillment across SKU 04-039-130. Click Get a Quote to connect with our B2B commercial sales desk for institutional quotes and batch supply terms.
