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How to Get the Perfect Crimp Every Time with Xuron® Beading Crimping Pliers

March 15, 2022 by Abby Robey 7 Comments

Xuron® Beading Crimping Pliers.

Beading crimping does not have to be the least favorite part of your stringing project.

When we developed our Model 494 Four-in-One Beading Crimping Pliers the goal was to make something that performed well, was easy to use, and offered something extra. We achieved this by making a crimping pliers capable of folding and crimping three different size crimp tubes (1, 2 and 3 mm) and includes a chain nose pliers at the tip.

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Filed Under: Beading, Jewelry Making Tagged With: bead crimping, Beading, chainnose plier, crimp tubes, giveaway, jewelry, stringing

7 Tips for New Scale Modelers

February 24, 2022 by Abby Robey 4 Comments

The Xuron Model 2175ET is a scale modeling tool that no serious modeler should overlook.

If you’re interested in plastic scale modeling, you probably already know that the hobby is a lot more than just assembling pieces of plastic. In fact, it can be downright challenging at times. But if you’re up for the challenge, and you’re willing to learn a few things along the way, then read on – because we’ve got some tips for newbies that will set you on your way.

This article will provide new modelers with some tips to get started in the hobby. It will also describe some of the common challenges that new modelers face and offer advice on how to overcome them. Finally, it will provide a few resources that can help beginners get started in scale modeling.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling

Introduction to Model Railroad Wiring and Electronics

December 15, 2021 by Tom Piccirillo 4 Comments

Xuron® Model 450 TweezerNose™ Pliers

Xuron® model railroad wiring tools are designed for the hobbyist, whether you’re a seasoned veteran or just starting out.

From wire strippers to pliers, flush cutters, and track cutters, Xuron Corp. offers what you need to make your layout look great and be fully functional.

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Filed Under: Model Railroading Tagged With: 410, 450, 501, Cutters, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Model Railroading, Pliers, Wire Cutters, Wire strippers

Wire Working Perfection: Bend AND Cut Wire with the Xuron® 485C Combination Cutter/Pliers

September 9, 2021 by Abby Robey 4 Comments

Bend and cut wire with the Xuron® 485C Combination Cutter/Pliers.

Have you heard about the Xuron®️️️ 485C Combination Cutter/Pliers? This precision tool offers you a full bypass shear cutter and a chain nose pliers in one tool. Jewelry and chainmaille artists, as well as crafters and hobbyists who frequently need both types of tools for a single task will find this a cost-effective option.

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Filed Under: Jewelry Making

Xuron Corporation 50 Year Anniversary

March 1, 2021 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

Xuron Corporation Celebrates Our 50th Anniversary.

1971–1986: The Beginning …

2021 is a milestone year for Xuron Corporation as it marks our 50th year in business. Our story starts in Danbury, Connecticut in old dairy barn that was converted to a factory.

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Filed Under: Consumer Products, Industrial Products Tagged With: Hand Tools, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter

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Founded in 1971, Xuron Corp. is one of the world's leading manufacturers of ergonomic, electronics-grade hand tools for the electronics, aerospace, plastic molding, wire processing, hobby, craft, jewelry, and fishing industries.

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