Side cut jewelry pliers are useful for crafting with wire, chain mail, bottle cap pendant, wire sculpting, making jump rings, etc. They are used to grip, bend and shape jewelry wire; close beads and tips; and close crimp beads. These pliers have a box joint and a double spring making them easy to handle and have a smooth action. It is a must have for everyone's workbench. Actual tool size is 5" and weight is 3.4 ounces.