Canvas Pliers model:canvas pliers Watson-Guptill designed these books for

Watson-Guptill designed these books for artists who want their sketchwork preserved properly rather than deteriorating in bargain-grade bindings

The substantial wood profile creates visual weight that elevates pieces that might otherwise get lost on a wall

or installation components

that layer together to build complex Victorian-era machinery

Canvas Pliers model:canvas pliers Watson-Guptill designed these books forStretching canvas by hand leaves fingertips sore and tension inconsistent across the frame. Canvas pliers solve both problems, providing the mechanical advantage needed to pull fabric taut while protecting your hands from the strain of repeated gripping. Fredrix offers two designs to match different working styles and budgets. The #7400 features chromium plated metal construction with spring return handles that automatically open after each pull,