Hand Trades

16 gauge: .051 inches, 1.29 millimeters. Very heavy and thick wire. Use with heavy duty tools. Project uses: Wire sculpture, bracelet bases, unsupported shapes, neckwires. 18 gauge: .040″ 1.02 millimeters. Medium thick wire. Use with regular jewelry tools. Project uses: Wine charms, clasps, gift wrapping, decorations, wire wrapping beads with large holes, chainmaking. 20 gauge: [...]

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