Hi Derek, I have owned these running pliers for some time. They are my go to tool for complex cuts as with practice you can run the fracture very slowly around a curve with great control. For simple and straight cuts I use traditional running pliers or my hands. Love your channel
I'm definitely getting a set of these. I bought an inexpensive pair of running pliers (plastic 🙄) from a well known supplier in the UK, and they're bloody rubbish. The handles bend on 3mm glass, so they're only of use if I was glazing a doll's house with microscope slides!
Bought a pair about a month ago, and they've greatly helped me work faster, generate less wasted glass, and build confidence. As someone new to stained glass, these are a game changer.
Looking to invest in a pair. I dislike deep curve cuts. I waste glass sometimes because of bad breaks. Subscribed awhile back and have been liking your videos and learned so much. Very interested on the glass painting. Looking to learn this part of glass art as well.
Brilliant video! May I ask which brand of eye protection are you wearing in this video? I also wear eye glasses and haven't been able to find something suitable yet. Thank you
I really want to love these, but I'm often having trouble lining the rectangular pad up with the scorelines. I've marked the midline on the pad in white, but often the scoreline is hard to see, which is never a problem with my old running pliers. Can you suggest what im doing wrong?
I've been doing stained glass for 45 years and been hearing about these pliers for a while. Decided to watch your video and I am absolutely going to purchase a pair. I really like the fact that you get less "snarchy" edges on textured glass.
You can find them on my amazon shop here www.amazon.com/dp/B0042STEVW?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzderekhun-20&creativeASIN=B0042STEVW&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1EUKEECXT4N6L&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
I had the Werner running pliers for 40 years. I treated myself to the Silberschnitt for my birthday 6 months ago. WHY DID I WAIT??? These are so WONDERFUL!! WORTH THE MONEY!!
I've just upgraded entry-level tools to FanOut Lead Nippers, Bohle glass cutter, and the Silberschnitt running pliers. an engineer pal was taken by the Slberschnitt design, finding them, as advertised, particularly strong & durable. I'm gradually moving from my previous go-to (low-end) pliers. the swivel head, as Derek demonstrates, is a game changer. but like any new tool, it will take time and practice.
Hi Derek. I think it's like you say, they have a use for particular cuts. Concave cuts particularly and that thin concave strip you made. I find grozing pliers are fine for straight or sligher curves but no good at gently starting a run like the Silberschnitts. I too use my hands / fingers to snap most pieces apart but these are saving wasted glass and time. I won't say they are a toy or a crutch as they are not, they save time and money and that's both business sense and my patience. I'm glad I bought them, they are my go to breaking pliers at the mo.
I love the fact that the pad can be turned for tight curves! That’s great. Also, that the pads can be replaced instead of having to buy new silicone tips which never fit for me. Thanks !
For many years I've used a cheap pair of running pliers variously marketed by Bullseye, Studio Pro, Glass Pro etc. They're the kind with curved upper and lower jaws that put a bending load on either side of the cut line, rather than a pointy bump and pad. A very handy feature is that they have an adjusting screw to change the separation of the jaws when fully closed, which makes them easier to use with almost any thickness of glass. I like the Silberschnitt (literally "silver cut" I think) point-pressure arrangement though, it should be better than the curved-jaw pliers for tight curves and things like that. Thanks for the heads-up!
I've had mine for 3 years and they are my most favourite tool. Yes they cost a bit but they pay for themselves fast enough in the savings on not ruining sheets of glass with bad cuts. Glass is so expensive, who wants to have to make lots of small cuts to get into a concentric arch when you can make one cut and be left with a useable offcut.
Thank you for showing this tool and how to apply it. I got the impression that the black dot on top of the top beak helps to locate it over the score. The woodpecker method works well, if I can find a glaspecker, although.. the knocking makes the music.
Hi Derek, its always nice to see the new video from your attic! I use these pliers more than 15 years and would say they are very rare tool in my hands. Mostly because you can cut everything "cutable" with usual glass pliers. I use the running pliers when I need to cut out a very thin long blade in the detail I want not to ruin or chip anyhow. More then ten years I teach my pupils try to work without them, we call them a tool for a "lazy ones" or for "kids". Always better to learn to use the usual grozzing pliers well to not became a disabled worker by using running pliers too often from the very beginning.
Very interesting to hear your comments Lev! Using running pliers is quite new for me, as I usually just break the glass with a couple of taps and then break the cut with my hands. I think these pliers are great for people just learning how to handle glass and how to break glass with confidence. I also like that fact that they create a good clean edge to the glass which doesn’t need grinding. Not sure how often I will use them in my own work, however everyone works in a different way and this tool is well designed for the job so I’m happy to recommend them 🙂
About forty years ago a company named DSM Manuf Co. made a hand held came bender (zinc and brass) that would make a 1 1/2" circle. I have not been able to locate one of those tools during the last 30 years....do you have any info on a tool of that nature?
@@DerekHuntArtist I have the bar benders, but the hand held FH and RU benders keep the H and U shapes when bent into circles as small as 1 1/2" circles. The DSM company that originally made them may be out of business. The benders were used when Beveldine Bevels were popular in the 80s. They work like the table top zinc came benders made by Cascade Metal in Canada, but with small bending wheel that can be hand held.
Hi Derek, I have owned these running pliers for some time. They are my go to tool for complex cuts as with practice you can run the fracture very slowly around a curve with great control. For simple and straight cuts I use traditional running pliers or my hands. Love your channel
Awesome Richard! Thanks for your feedback and your support, very much appreciated 🙂
I am sold! These would save me so much work and stress on those deep curves. Love your style and I just subbed!
Hello! Thanks so much that means a lot to me! I have followed your channel for a couple of years!! Love your videos 😀
I'm definitely getting a set of these. I bought an inexpensive pair of running pliers (plastic 🙄) from a well known supplier in the UK, and they're bloody rubbish. The handles bend on 3mm glass, so they're only of use if I was glazing a doll's house with microscope slides!
lol! They’re a worthwhile investment for sure ! 😁
Bought a pair about a month ago, and they've greatly helped me work faster, generate less wasted glass, and build confidence. As someone new to stained glass, these are a game changer.
Yes, that’s great to hear - and they help with having confidence the glass will break the way you want !!
Looking to invest in a pair. I dislike deep curve cuts. I waste glass sometimes because of bad breaks. Subscribed awhile back and have been liking your videos and learned so much. Very interested on the glass painting. Looking to learn this part of glass art as well.
Thanks Steve, glad you find value in the videos. You can have a look at my online glass painting course here www.DerekHuntArtist.com 🙂
Brilliant video! May I ask which brand of eye protection are you wearing in this video? I also wear eye glasses and haven't been able to find something suitable yet. Thank you
You can find them on my Amazon shop in the US here amzn.to/3UkuQ90 and on my UK Amazon shop here amzn.to/44ljm8N
I really want to love these, but I'm often having trouble lining the rectangular pad up with the scorelines. I've marked the midline on the pad in white, but often the scoreline is hard to see, which is never a problem with my old running pliers. Can you suggest what im doing wrong?
Don’t think you’re doing anything wrong, hopefully a little more time working with these pliers will make the whole progress a bit easier 🙂
I've been doing stained glass for 45 years and been hearing about these pliers for a while. Decided to watch your video and I am absolutely going to purchase a pair. I really like the fact that you get less "snarchy" edges on textured glass.
Great stuff Susan ! Hope you like them !🙏🙂
How do I know which one to buy since they are several very similar ? Thanks 😊
You can find them on my amazon shop here www.amazon.com/dp/B0042STEVW?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzderekhun-20&creativeASIN=B0042STEVW&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1EUKEECXT4N6L&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin
I had the Werner running pliers for 40 years. I treated myself to the Silberschnitt for my birthday 6 months ago. WHY DID I WAIT??? These are so WONDERFUL!! WORTH THE MONEY!!
Awesome!
I've just upgraded entry-level tools to FanOut Lead Nippers, Bohle glass cutter, and the Silberschnitt running pliers. an engineer pal was taken by the Slberschnitt design, finding them, as advertised, particularly strong & durable. I'm gradually moving from my previous go-to (low-end) pliers. the swivel head, as Derek demonstrates, is a game changer. but like any new tool, it will take time and practice.
Hey Tod, thanks for your feedback, much appreciated! These German pliers are very nice, for sure!👍🏼
Look like they are well worth the investment, especially considering the high price of glass. Thanks for the demo
Thanks for your feedback Heather! 🙂
Hi Derek. I think it's like you say, they have a use for particular cuts. Concave cuts particularly and that thin concave strip you made. I find grozing pliers are fine for straight or sligher curves but no good at gently starting a run like the Silberschnitts. I too use my hands / fingers to snap most pieces apart but these are saving wasted glass and time. I won't say they are a toy or a crutch as they are not, they save time and money and that's both business sense and my patience. I'm glad I bought them, they are my go to breaking pliers at the mo.
Thanks so much for your comments, and I think you're right about using them only occasionally, especially if you're used to breaking glass by hand!
Many thanks for the review , been thinking of getting these for a while 😊
Glad I could help
Thanks for the review. Just bought a pair and I’m excited to put them to use.
Glad I could help!🙏🙂
A "little more expensive" 😂 At $60 bucks? 😂
En que moneda se paga . No me queda claro . Gracias
You buy on Amazon in your own currency 🙂
I bought them ages ago, they are great
Glad you like them and thanks for your feedback!🙏🙂
I love the fact that the pad can be turned for tight curves! That’s great. Also, that the pads can be replaced instead of having to buy new silicone tips which never fit for me. Thanks !
Thanks for watching and glad you found it of value!
Love your videos! What do you think would be the maximum thickness of glass these pliers could work on?
I just got some and was having a hard time using them. I will try again now that I’ve watched the video!
Hope you find them useful!🙏🙂
Thanks for the Silber review. Appreciate your demonstration.
Our pleasure!🙏🙂
Thanks for making this video. I ordered a pair yesterday after someone else recommended them , but this helped me understand the tool better.
Glad you found it helpful!🙏🙂
For many years I've used a cheap pair of running pliers variously marketed by Bullseye, Studio Pro, Glass Pro etc. They're the kind with curved upper and lower jaws that put a bending load on either side of the cut line, rather than a pointy bump and pad. A very handy feature is that they have an adjusting screw to change the separation of the jaws when fully closed, which makes them easier to use with almost any thickness of glass. I like the Silberschnitt (literally "silver cut" I think) point-pressure arrangement though, it should be better than the curved-jaw pliers for tight curves and things like that. Thanks for the heads-up!
Glad you liked the review. I haven’t used these pliers before but have been pleasantly surprised by how helpful they are for certain glass breaks. 🙂
I've had mine for 3 years and they are my most favourite tool. Yes they cost a bit but they pay for themselves fast enough in the savings on not ruining sheets of glass with bad cuts. Glass is so expensive, who wants to have to make lots of small cuts to get into a concentric arch when you can make one cut and be left with a useable offcut.
I agree, they are a bit of a game changer for sure!
Wow. Guess I'm gonna have to drop the G's on this baby. Amazing tool.
Yup, they’re pretty decent actually!
Thank you for showing this tool and how to apply it. I got the impression that the black dot on top of the top beak helps to locate it over the score. The woodpecker method works well, if I can find a glaspecker, although.. the knocking makes the music.
You’re welcome Carl, they are a good set of glass pliers ! 🙏🙂
I got those and watching Ed and Barb Streeter realized the tips were put on opposite...so now have to get them changed
Yes, I watched that episode too!😁
Hi Derek, its always nice to see the new video from your attic! I use these pliers more than 15 years and would say they are very rare tool in my hands. Mostly because you can cut everything "cutable" with usual glass pliers. I use the running pliers when I need to cut out a very thin long blade in the detail I want not to ruin or chip anyhow. More then ten years I teach my pupils try to work without them, we call them a tool for a "lazy ones" or for "kids". Always better to learn to use the usual grozzing pliers well to not became a disabled worker by using running pliers too often from the very beginning.
Very interesting to hear your comments Lev! Using running pliers is quite new for me, as I usually just break the glass with a couple of taps and then break the cut with my hands. I think these pliers are great for people just learning how to handle glass and how to break glass with confidence. I also like that fact that they create a good clean edge to the glass which doesn’t need grinding. Not sure how often I will use them in my own work, however everyone works in a different way and this tool is well designed for the job so I’m happy to recommend them 🙂
Oh this is good to see! I have a pair coming this week as a Christmas present to myself.
Perfect! Hope you enjoy working with them🙏🙂
I loved this type of tool. I have a couple similar ones. I bet it's a great tool.
I think so too!🙂
About forty years ago a company named DSM Manuf Co. made a hand held came bender (zinc and brass) that would make a 1 1/2" circle. I have not been able to locate one of those tools during the last 30 years....do you have any info on a tool of that nature?
I can’t say I have seen that exact tool, however I have seen iron and steel bars bent between two upright pegs - maybe similar concept??
@@DerekHuntArtist I have the bar benders, but the hand held FH and RU benders keep the H and U shapes when bent into circles as small as 1 1/2" circles. The DSM company that originally made them may be out of business. The benders were used when Beveldine Bevels were popular in the 80s. They work like the table top zinc came benders made by Cascade Metal in Canada, but with small bending wheel that can be hand held.
I don’t really use zinc bar so haven’t had the need to use bending equipment
No problem, thanks anyway, great show and info.@@DerekHuntArtist
Hi Derek. Could I please have the link to your US Amazon shop (unless you have an Aus shop as well!). Love your videos - thank you so much.
Here’s the link to my US Amazon shop www.amazon.com/shop/derekhuntartist.
Hi Debw2010, here’s the link to my US Amazon shop www.amazon.com/shop/derekhuntartist
Very interesting and good demonstration
Glad you found it useful!🙏