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PVC T-Connector Mandrel Holder
A tip from @rsalley for clamping a PVC T-connector to the bench to hold a mandrel when your bench has no hole for one.
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Here is a tip for those that may not have a hole in their bench to hold a mandrel from - @rsalley - “Clamp a PVC T-connector to the table/bench and slide in the mandrel!” This is such a neat and inexpensive solution! Thank you for sharing with us!! Hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!!#metalsmithsociety #jewelrytipoftheday
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