So your custoemr’s sitting there trying to make a perfect 2mm jump ring for a necklace, and the jaws keep slipping or leave scratches—these 3-inch mini round nose pliers handle that better than most. The smooth jaw surface is actually nickel-iron plated, which is pretty much standdard for corrosion resistance when you’re working with tarnish-prone metals like silver or copper, and it holds up well over time. We usually have stock, but confirm lead time—it’s roughly 25 working days give or take, and samples our company can ship in 5 days if you need to test fit or feel first.
The high carbon steel core gives them that springy feel without being too stiff, so you can consistently form loops in 24-gauge wire or tighter bends for earring hooks—better than cheaper alloy pliers that deform after 50 or so uses. They’re 3 inches long, about 85g, so they fit in a travel kit or for bench work where you don’t want bulk. 2mm to 3mm loops come out crisp with no overbending. But honestly, they’re not great for heavy-gauge wire over 18 gauge—the half-box joint can’t take that, and you’ll strip the plating if you force it.
MOQ is 500 pieces, and we do OEM—your logo on the red PVC handles (which are surprisingly grippy even with oily hands), custom packaging if you want a branded gift box for your retail line. We’ve shipped to a few craft chains that sell these in sets with bead mats and findings, and they’ve come back for reorders on the same spec. CE and RoHS compliant, so you’re covered for EU market—COA is standard with every batch, and we can provide the TDS if your qualiy team needs it for documentation.
Payment terms are typically T/T with 30% deposit upfront and 70% before shipment, but for repeat orders or larger volumes we can negotiate LC or see if net 30 works—just depends on history. Shipping’s usually FOB Shanghai or via DDP if you’re ordering palletized, which works out cheaper per unit on 2000-piece orders or so. One thing nobody thinks to ask: the nickel-iron plating does have a slight gloss finish, so if your client prefers matte tools, let me know—we can adjust the suface treatment but it adds about 5 days to lead time.
Anyway, the samples are free if you cover the shipping—usually $25 for DHL express to most major cities, and you’ll have them in a week. We’ve been making these since 2012, so the half-box joint alignment is pretty consistent from batch to batch, which matters more than you’d think when you’re re-ordering 500 pairs every quarter.
MOQ is 500 pieces. If you need a smaller batch to test, we can arrange a sample first — just let us know.
Lead time is 15 to 30 days, depending on the order volume and current production schedule. We'll give you a firm timeline once we confirm the details.
Yes, they're CE and RoHS compliant. We can supply the certificates with your shipment — just request them when you place the order.
Absolutely — OEM is available. We can adjust the handle color or emboss your logo. Minimum for customization is usually the same 500-piece MOQ.
Keep them in a dry place, ideally in the export carton or a tool pouch. Avoid moisture to prevent the plating from tarnishing. Wipe them down after use if they get dirty.