Diamond Tech - 1 in. Running Pliers

1 in. Running Pliers

Position pliers on scored glass and squeeze for clean breaks

Glass scoring creates controlled fracture lines, but the actual break determines whether you get a clean edge or a jagged mess. These running pliers convert your score into a precise snap by applying balanced pressure exactly where the fracture needs to propagate. Position the curved jaw at the score line's end, the design naturally centers pressure on both sides of your cut while the 1-inch jaw width accommodates most standard glass work from small mosaic pieces to medium panel sections.

The curved lower jaw is the critical feature here. It creates a fulcrum effect that initiates the break at your score line rather than letting the fracture wander unpredictably across the glass. A centering mark on the jaw ensures you're aligned properly before squeezing, eliminating the guesswork that leads to wasted material. Squeeze the handles and watch the score open cleanly beneath the pliers, no tapping, no hoping, no chasing fractures with grozing pliers to salvage a bad break.

Stained glass artists working on panels and mosaic crafters cutting tesserae both need this control. The difference between a piece that fits perfectly and one that requires extensive grinding comes down to how cleanly that initial break runs. These pliers give you that consistency.

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