Durston 1195 Heavy Duty 12" Guillotine Shear

The Durston Heavy-Duty 300 Guillotine Shear is a professional-grade metal cutting solution designed for jewelers, metalsmiths, and fabrication workshops that demand precision, durability, and long-lasting performance. Built by Durston Tools, an industry leader since 1961, this powerful guillotine shear delivers clean, accurate cuts on a wide range of metals, making it an essential addition to any serious jewelry studio or metalworking workspace.

Engineered for reliability, the Heavy-Duty 300 Guillotine Shear features a precision-ground hardened blade that can be rotated up to four times before sharpening is required. This innovative blade design maximizes usability, reduces maintenance downtime, and provides years of dependable operation. Capable of cutting materials up to 300mm (12") wide, this heavy-duty shear handles up to 3.5mm thick non-ferrous metals including gold, silver, copper, brass, and aluminum, along with up to 2mm mild steel, producing smooth and consistent cuts every time.

The long 75cm guillotine arm provides exceptional leverage, allowing users to cut thicker materials with ease while maintaining precise control and accuracy. Designed for workshop stability and safety, the machine can be securely bolted to your workbench and weighs approximately 58kg, ensuring a solid and vibration-resistant cutting experience.

Whether you are cutting sheet metal for jewelry making, metal fabrication, or studio production work, the Durston 300 Guillotine Shear delivers the professional performance trusted by jewelers and metalworkers worldwide.

Durston 12" Guillotine Shear Capabilities:

Non-Ferrous Metals

• Cuts full 12" sheets up to 2mm thick
• Cuts 6" wide sheets up to 2.5mm thick
• Cuts 2" wide sheets up to 3mm thick (material must be centered on the blade)

Recommended Material Limitations

• Not recommended for cutting more than 0.5mm steel, titanium, nickel, or similar hard metals

Features & Benefits:

• Professional heavy-duty guillotine shear for jewelry and metalworking studios
• Cuts non-ferrous metals including gold, silver, copper, brass, and aluminum
• Precision-ground hardened blade with four usable cutting edges
• Cuts up to 300mm (12") wide material
• Handles up to 3.5mm non-ferrous metals and 2mm mild steel
• Long 75cm lever arm for increased cutting power
• Heavy-duty construction for long-term durability
• Bench-mountable design for workshop stability
• Ships securely in multi-transit protective packaging
• Manufactured by Durston Tools, trusted since 1961

Specifications:

• Brand: Durston Tools
• Product Type: Guillotine Shear
• Maximum Cutting Width: 300mm (12")
• Non-Ferrous Capacity: Up to 3.5mm
• Mild Steel Capacity: Up to 2mm
• Lever Arm Length: 75cm
• Weight: 58kg

Upgrade your jewelry workshop with the Durston Heavy-Duty 300 Guillotine Shear — a precision-engineered metal shear built to provide a lifetime of powerful, accurate, and dependable cutting performance.