[Jewelry making - Article 00160] - Re: [Orchid] Rectangular draw plate

[James Binnion]

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Hi Debbie,

    The draw die that Donna refers to is called a Turks Head die. I own
    one (purchased from Otto Frei years ago) and have found it to be one
    of the most frustrating tools I have ever tried to use. I would
    recommend not getting one. There are other forms of adjustable draw
    dies but they are typically made by a tool maker for a particular
    purpose and not something that is sold by tool suppliers. However
    there is a possible solution for you if you really need such a draw
    plate and that is to contact John Frei at Otto Frei and order a
    custom drawplate. It will be expensive and will take quite a while
    to get it from the manufacturer but they can be purchased. 

Jim Binnion

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