Tamiya Craft Tweezers 74080

Name: Tamiya Craft Tweezers 74080
Brand: Tamiya
SKU: 74080
Price: 18.19 GBP
Availability: InStock

£18.19

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View · Overview

Product overview

Tamiya 74080 is the paper-and-transfer handling tool in the standard tweezers line, built to an original Tamiya jaw design for papercraft, stickers and decals. Its SUS410 stainless-steel body can grip and position thin material, while the rear portion provides a separate straight bending edge. The rear section can form a fold line up to 30 mm long.

SUS410 stainless steel construction
Intended for paper, stickers and decals
Rear section bends a straight line up to 30 mm
Developed specifically for papercraft work

Notes · Q & A

Should I use straight or curved tweezers?

Straight tips give the most control for placing small parts and photo-etch flat to a surface. Curved tips let you see past your own hand and reach into recesses. If buying one pair first, start with fine straight points.

What tweezers are best for applying decals?

Fine-pointed, smooth-jawed tweezers, ideally with rounded inner edges so they don't cut a wet decal film. Some modellers prefer flat-tipped or rubber-tipped tweezers for lifting decals, as sharp points can pierce the soft film once it slides off the backing.

What are self-closing (reverse-action) tweezers for?

They grip when relaxed and open when squeezed, so they hold a part clamped without hand strain — useful while glue sets or when soldering. The trade-off is less fingertip feel than standard tweezers for delicate placement.

How do I fix tweezer tips that no longer meet?

Misaligned tips usually come from dropping them or gripping something too hard. Gently realign by hand and true the very tips on fine abrasive so they meet flush. Once bent past that, precision work suffers and they're best replaced.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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