Tweezers & Pliers: Hobby Tools

Get a grip with our range of tweezers and pliers

When it comes to model building and jewellery making, using your fingers is just not enough. It’s almost impossible to get a grip on all those tiny parts and put them into place — with this in mind, we stock a huge range of tweezers and pliers to make modelling easier!

At Frontline Hobbies, we have tweezers of all shapes and sizes so you can gently but surely put every little piece into place — we even stock tweezers with magnifying glasses to ensure you can build even the smallest of models! For snipping, cutting and holding things into place, we have a huge range of pliers and cutters to make trimming pieces and models down to size.

Whatever you need to fine-tune your build, you’ll find it here at Frontline Hobbies! Browse through our collection and check out online for fast, affordable shipping throughout Australia.

Quality tweezers in various sizes

We stock tweezers in a huge range of sizes to ensure you can put all the model pieces into place. For example, we stock straight and curved precision tweezers, long-tipped tweezers, flat rounded tweezers, angled tweezers and so much more.

Not sure what tweezers you need for your project? Get in touch with our team and tell us what you’re working on! We can provide recommendations and advice to ensure you get the best tweezers for the job.

Our range of pliers and cutters

Sometimes, even tweezers aren’t enough to put the pieces together! If you need a little more gusto while modelling, we recommend a pair of pliers.

Pliers are ideal for holding things into place with extra strength e.g. holding two pieces together while the glue sets, or bending pieces of metal into place. We offer a wide range of pliers including flat-nosed pliers, long-nosed pliers, round-nosed pliers, needle nose pliers and many more.

Likewise, we stock cutters in all shapes and sizes so you can remove models from their packs and trim sharp edges.

Sourced from premium brands like GodHand, Tamiya and Artesania, our range of tweezers and hobby supplies is second to none! Browse through our collection and check out online for fast, affordable shipping Australia-wide.

What makes a good pair of tweezers?

You might think that any old pair of tweezers will work for model building and jewellery making… but guess again! You’ll know a good pair of tweezers from the shape of the tip, the materials and the construction — here are a few key elements to look out for when choosing a pair of quality tweezers.

The tip — angled tweezers are extremely versatile with two sharp edges. The long edge is ideal for gripping larger areas of the model’s body, whereas the pointed edge is better for precise movements. Alternatively, you can choose pointed tweezers for very fine modelling or straight/flat tweezers for larger jobs.
The materials — your tweezers should always be made of strong, durable metal for extra grip and longevity.
The construction — a quality pair of tweezers should have lots of tension i.e. they should bounce back into position quickly and with some force when you stop squeezing them. There should also be no space in the middle — you should be able to close the tweezers and leave no gap between the tips.

All of our tweezers have a solid construction, meaning you can rely on them for years to come! Stock up on tweezers and other hobby supplies online with Frontline Hobbies.

FAQs about hobby tweezers and pliers

What kind of hobbies require tweezers and pliers?

Tweezers and pliers can be helpful in a huge range of hobbies like model ship building, setting up model railways, prepping and painting models for tabletop games like Warhammer and Flames of War, jewellery making, and so much more. Anything that involves small parts and fiddly construction, tweezers and pliers are going to be required.

What are the different types of tweezers?

At Frontline Hobbies, we offer slant-tip, point-tip, round-tip, flat-tip, arched-claw, wide-grip and pointed-slant tweezers. Each have their own unique benefits and uses — for more information, get in touch with our team! We can provide recommendations and advice based on your hobby.

What are curved tweezers for?

Curved tweezers are excellent for separating things (e.g. parts of a model) and modelling at an angle.

How often do I need to replace my tweezers?

Tweezers don’t break down or expire but after a while, they will lose the ability to grab things as well as they used to. When your tweezers start to fail and it’s harder to grip things, it’s time to replace them or sharpen them.

How can I make my tweezers more grippy?

If your tweezers are starting to lose their grip, you can sharpen them and give them grippable texture by rubbing them against a nail file. Make sure not to file off too much of the surface — this can actually make your tweezers duller.

What is the most common/popular form of pliers?

Needle-nose pliers are the most common feature in a hobbyist’s toolbox. With narrow jaws and thin pincers, these pliers are extremely versatile — we recommend investing in a pair!

How do I take care of my pliers?

Make sure to keep your pliers clean and dry before storing them away — steel that has been exposed to moisture will rust. You should also oil the pivot point from time to keep movement smooth and prevent rust.

Do I need a pair of cutters?

Not necessarily — it depends on what kind of project you’re working on. If you’re building Warhammer models, for example, you might need a pair of cutters to easily remove the models and their accessories from the packaging. You might also use the cutters to remove any unnecessary plastic.

Shop tweezers, cutters and pliers online with Frontline Hobbies

Whatever tools you need for your hobby, you’re guaranteed to find them here at Frontline Hobbies! We’ve got stacks of tweezers, cutters, pliers and more, so shop online for fast, affordable shipping throughout Australia and free shipping over $150. We offer flexible, secure payment methods like Zip and PayPal, so you can start building models now and pay later.