# Jewelry making tools: the jeweler's basic tools

> A guide to the basic tools for making jewelry: cutting, filing, bending, soldering, casting, measuring and safety, with a link to each one explained.

- Source: https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelry-making-tools/
- Language: en
- Note: This entry was drafted with the help of AI and is pending review by the author.
- Published: 2026-08-15
- Updated: 2026-08-15
- Translation (es): https://www.711grados.com/es/herramientas-para-joyeria/
- Author: Sandra Sánchez
- Site: 711 Grados (https://www.711grados.com/)

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These are the basic tools of a jewelry workshop, grouped by what you do with them. Each name leads to a page with drawn illustrations, types and tips for use.

## Cutting and shaping

- [Jeweler's saw](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-saw/) and saw blades.
- [Files](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-files/) of different profiles and cuts.
- [Burs and drills](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelry-drills-and-burs/) for the flex shaft.
- [Rolling mill](https://www.711grados.com/en/rolling-mills/) and [draw plate](https://www.711grados.com/en/draw-plate/) for sheet and wire.

## Bending and hammering

- [Pliers and tweezers](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelry-pliers-and-tweezers/).
- [Hammers and mallets](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-hammers-and-mallets/).
- [Anvil, steel block and stakes](https://www.711grados.com/en/anvil-steel-block-and-stakes/).
- [Mandrels and ring sizers](https://www.711grados.com/en/mandrels-and-ring-sizers/).

## Heating and soldering

- [Torches](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-torches/).
- [Flux](https://www.711grados.com/en/flux-for-soldering/) and [solders](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelry-solders-hard-medium-and-easy/).
- [Pickle](https://www.711grados.com/en/pickling-metal/) to clean off oxides.

## Melting and molding

- [Crucibles](https://www.711grados.com/en/casting-crucibles/) and [crucible tongs](https://www.711grados.com/en/crucible-tongs/).
- [Molds](https://www.711grados.com/en/casting-molds/), [investment](https://www.711grados.com/en/refractory-investment-for-casting/) and [waxes](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelry-waxes-for-carving-and-casting/).
- [Ingots and casting grain](https://www.711grados.com/en/metal-ingots-and-casting-grain/) and [graphite](https://www.711grados.com/en/graphite-ingot-molds-and-rods/).
- [Spatulas and chisels](https://www.711grados.com/en/spatulas-and-chisels/).

## Measuring and looking

- [Scale and caliper](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-scale-and-caliper/).
- [Loupe and microscope](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-loupe-and-microscope/).
- [Jeweler's bench](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-bench/).

## Cleaning and finishing

- [Ultrasonic machine](https://www.711grados.com/en/ultrasonic-machine-for-jewelry/).
- [Polishing compounds](https://www.711grados.com/en/polishing-compounds-tripoli-rouge-and-more/).
- [Burnishers](https://www.711grados.com/en/burnishing-metal/).

## Safety

Glasses, gloves, a natural-fiber apron and ventilation: [protective equipment](https://www.711grados.com/en/casting-protective-equipment/) and [workshop safety](https://www.711grados.com/en/workshop-safety/).

## Frequently asked questions

**What tools do I need to start?** Pliers, a saw, files, a hammer, a mandrel and a torch: see [the starter kit](https://www.711grados.com/en/starter-jewelry-making-tool-kit/).

**What tools are used in casting?** Crucible, tongs, molds, kiln and safety equipment: [basic casting tools](https://www.711grados.com/en/basic-tools-used-in-casting/).

**How much does it cost to set up a workshop?** It depends on the metal and techniques; you can start with a few good tools and add over time.

## See also

- [Starter tool kit for jewelry making](https://www.711grados.com/en/starter-jewelry-making-tool-kit/)
- [Basic tools used in casting](https://www.711grados.com/en/basic-tools-used-in-casting/)
- [Protective equipment for casting](https://www.711grados.com/en/casting-protective-equipment/)
- [Jeweler's torches: gas, oxygen and mini torch](https://www.711grados.com/en/jewelers-torches/)