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Title: Mandrels
Post by: Rainbow1 on November 17, 2010, 01:07:12 PM

I was wondering what is the most popular size mandrel that people use? ???

I have just bought some mandrels in two different sizes. 2.4mm and 1.6mm.

Thanks

Jo x

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Post by: SueP on November 17, 2010, 01:15:58 PM

I like to use 2 mm for normal beads ;D

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Post by: jammie on November 17, 2010, 01:43:45 PM

I like 1.6 but they bend really easily so try to just use the for little beads

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Post by: hollergrafik on November 17, 2010, 01:47:46 PM

2mm from Diane, perfect size.

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Post by: mizgeorge on November 17, 2010, 02:14:12 PM

Love 2mm too. Love them with my jewellery designer hat on as well.

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Post by: Rainbow1 on November 17, 2010, 04:19:19 PM

Thanks for your replies girls, going to get myself some 2mm mandrels now.

Jo x

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Post by: Diane on November 17, 2010, 04:26:36 PM

I've recently been using the 12" x 2mm from Diane (Dilunah) and I love them - the balance, particularly for larger focals is just right for me :). I previously used her 9" x 2mm and they are great too.

Diane x

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Post by: dinah46 on November 17, 2010, 05:15:36 PM

Thanks for the plug everyone ;D I must say that even if I didn't sell them my favourite would be the 2mm :)

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Post by: AnnaSpanna on November 17, 2010, 06:19:43 PM

I'm def a fan of 2mm for everyday use. I find that the 1.6 are good for my little delicate beads but they bend very easily especially when I use them in presses - but then I am a bit of a nugget when it comes to presses ('scuse the pun)

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Post by: MangoBeads on November 17, 2010, 09:34:52 PM

and me too 2mm ::) !!!

Frit-Happens !

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