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JOYABEST Photo Etch Bender, 360° Adjustable Metal Folding Tool for Models

JOYABEST Photo Etch Bender, 360° Adjustable Metal Folding Tool for Models

Alloy photo-etch bender with a rotatable 4-sided plate for Z-shaped and U-shaped folds on etched sheets of different sizes. A budget plate-style tool for grilles, railings and brackets on scale models.

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What we liked

  • + 4-sided plate rotates 360 degrees so you can pick the edge that matches the part being folded
  • + Listed for Z-shaped and U-shaped bends on grilles, handrails, mesh and brackets
  • + Lightweight alloy construction described as resistant to wear and deformation

Trade-offs

  • - Little-known brand, and the listing gives no plate dimensions or maximum fold length
  • - No folding blade or razor is mentioned in the listing, so plan to add one for lifting long folds

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