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Choosing jewelry forming stakes can be tricky when the forming work you have in mind varies.
The SFC Tools kit is described for forming, shaping, and raising metals, while the other set is identified for synclastic and anticlastic metal forming.
This time, we’ll look at these two jewelry forming stake sets.
Quick-reference table of recommended products
| Product name | Forming type or use | Stakes included (stakes) |
|---|---|---|
 Mini Forming and Raising Stake Kit | Forming, shaping, and raising metals | 10 mini forming stakes |
 8 Piece 9" Synclastic & Anticlastic Stake Set | Synclastic and anticlastic metal forming | — |
Mini Forming and Raising Stake Kit
For jewelry makers working on smaller-scale metal projects who want stakes for forming, shaping, and raising metals, this kit is recommended. The kit includes 10 mini forming stakes in convex/concave, doming, raising, cone, and fluting styles, along with a wooden stand and stake vise/holder.
The stakes are made of hardened steel and polished to a mirror finish.
The wooden stand measures approximately 8-5/8" x 4-7/8" x 3".
Mini Forming and Raising Stake Kit
8 Piece 9" Synclastic & Anticlastic Stake Set
For jewelry makers seeking stakes for synclastic and anticlastic metal forming, this set is recommended. The 8-piece set has 9-inch steel stakes with precision-ground forming surfaces.
8 Piece 9" Synclastic & Anticlastic Stake Set
Choosing by forming purpose
- People working on smaller-scale projects involving forming, shaping, or raising metals
- People seeking stakes for synclastic and anticlastic metal forming
