Durston 1307 New 7 Piece Ring Shank Bender with Nylon Dies - 148.092

Durston 1307 New 7 Piece Ring Shank Bender with Nylon Dies - 148.092

The Durston 1307 Ring Shank Bender has been redesigned with a formed base that accommodates the now-included matching nylon dies. Each steel die set includes two components: the forming shape and the matching bed. The set contains seven die shapes in total — five round profiles, one square profile, and one rhombus profile. Die sets are made from tool steel that has been hardened and polished for durability and precision. The bending jig and all dies are precision-made for consistent, reliable performance. The bending jig can be secured to a worktable using clamps or bolted through the integrated mounting holes. Made in Great Britain by Durston.

Features

• Redesigned formed base with integrated storage for matching nylon dies
• Includes seven die shapes: five round, one square, and one rhombus
• Each die set includes a forming shape and a matching bed
• Die sets crafted from hardened and polished tool steel
• Precision-made jig and dies for consistent bending performance
• Bending jig mounts to worktable via clamps or bolts through mounting holes

Specifications

Included

• Bending jig with redesigned formed base
• 7 nylon die sets (each set includes forming shape and matching bed)

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Maintenance Tips

• Keep steel posts clean & lightly oiled – Wipe down the hardened steel forming posts after use and apply a thin anti-rust oil film to prevent corrosion and surface staining.
• Protect nylon (Delrin) dies from heat & pressure abuse – Use controlled force only; excessive hammering or over-tightening can deform nylon dies and reduce forming accuracy.
• Clean after every session – Remove metal dust and debris from both steel posts and nylon dies to maintain smooth bending and consistent ring shapes.
• Avoid abrasive cleaning tools – Do not use files or harsh abrasives on nylon inserts; they should be cleaned with a soft brush or cloth only.
• Store in the base organizer – Always return all 7 forming sets to the die-cast base to prevent misalignment, loss, or accidental damage.
• Secure mounting matters – Clamp or bolt the unit firmly to a bench or vice before use to prevent shifting during bending operations.
• Check alignment periodically – Ensure posts and dies seat correctly; misalignment can cause uneven bends and premature wear.
• Light lubrication only on metal parts – Keep oil away from nylon components to prevent surface softening or contamination.
• Use clean, annealed metal strips – Dirty or hardened metal increases stress on both nylon dies and steel posts.
• Store in dry conditions – Prevent humidity exposure to avoid rust on steel components and long-term degradation of tooling precision.