{"product_id":"durston-ddb-1100-draw-bench-42in","title":"Durston 1213 DDB 1100 Draw Bench 42\" - 127.205","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDurston 1213 DDB 1100 Draw Bench 42\" - 127.205\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePulling wire through a draw plate can be a difficult task, and near impossible when making long pulls on thick wire. The Durston DDB 1100 is a floor-standing jeweler's draw bench designed to make wire drawing efficient and manageable — an essential tool in any well-equipped goldsmith's workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bench operates at two speeds: a direct 1-to-1 crank for lighter diameter wire drawing, or a 4-to-1 reduction for heavier wire pulls. Simply use the crank from one side of the bench for direct drive, or switch to the other side for the reduction ratio. At 42\" in length, it is the most compact of the three Durston floor-standing draw bench models — also known as the Durston 1213 Student Draw Bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-speed operation: direct 1-to-1 drive or 4-to-1 reduction for heavy wire pulls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25‑½\" (650mm) working length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePulls wire up to 10mm in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost compact of the three Durston floor-standing draw bench models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrank side selection switches between direct and reduction drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 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958mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eWorking Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e25‑½\" (650mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eMaximum Wire Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e10mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eDrive Speeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e2 — Direct 1:1 or 4:1 reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eMade in England\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1enxib4\" data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"292\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eProfessional Wire Drawing Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eThe Durston 1213 DDB 1100 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"144\" data-end=\"208\"\u003efloor-standing drawbench designed for precise wire reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing manual pulling with a smooth crank-driven system for consistent results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17vc4rq\" data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"517\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eDual-Speed Gear System (Direct + 4:1 Reduction)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"350\"\u003eSwitch between \u003cstrong data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"388\"\u003efast direct drive\u003c\/strong\u003e for light work and \u003cstrong data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"428\"\u003egeared reduction\u003c\/strong\u003e for heavier pulls, giving full control over speed vs. force depending on wire thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sf28yg\" data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eCompact 42\" Workshop Footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"555\" data-end=\"558\"\u003eThe 1100mm class design makes it the most compact Durston drawbench, ideal for smaller studios without sacrificing industrial capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7n59jd\" data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"871\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eHandles Up to 10mm Wire Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eSuitable for both fine jewellery wire production and heavier fabrication work, making it versatile across goldsmithing workflows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d7au2o\" data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"906\"\u003eHeavy-Duty UK Build Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"909\"\u003eBuilt with a rigid steel frame for long-term stability, ensuring accurate alignment and smooth pulling under repeated load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fyw3pb\" data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eEfficient Workshop Upgrade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eGreatly improves wire consistency, reduces manual strain, and increases productivity compared to hand-pulling through drawplates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"71uvye\" data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eIdeal for Jewellery Production Studios\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eBest suited for goldsmiths, chain makers, and workshops that require \u003cstrong data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003erepeatable, controlled wire reduction in a compact footprint\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"330\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eQ: What is the Durston 1213 DDB 1100 Draw Bench (127.205)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"163\"\u003eA: It is a professional \u003cstrong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"216\"\u003efloor-standing draw bench\u003c\/strong\u003e used in jewelry making to \u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"329\"\u003ereduce wire size by pulling it through drawplates with controlled mechanical force\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eQ: What is it used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eA: It is used to \u003cstrong data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"421\"\u003edraw metal wire down to smaller gauges\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing consistent wire for jewelry, chainmaking, and metal fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eQ: How does it work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eA: The machine uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"590\"\u003ehand crank system with gear assistance\u003c\/strong\u003e to pull wire through a drawplate, reducing diameter gradually and evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eQ: What materials can it handle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eA: It works with \u003cstrong data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"783\"\u003egold, silver, copper, brass, and other non-ferrous metals\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly used in jewelry production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eQ: What is its working length?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"856\" 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improving speed, consistency, and precision compared to manual pulling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xbukmt\" data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"356\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eClean draw path after every use\u003c\/strong\u003e – Remove metal dust, lubricant residue, and filings from rails, chain, and guides to prevent wire scratching and uneven drawing. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rkv7go\" data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"505\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eKeep draw tongs in top condition\u003c\/strong\u003e – Inspect jaws regularly; clean serrations to maintain strong grip and prevent wire slippage under tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pn7m4z\" data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"544\"\u003eLubricate gearbox \u0026amp; drive system\u003c\/strong\u003e – Apply light machine grease to gears and chain drive to ensure smooth operation and reduce wear in both direct and reduction modes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"k5xbyp\" data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"859\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eCheck dual-drive mechanism alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ensure handle is properly seated in direct or 4:1 reduction mode for consistent pulling force. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7nz5hl\" data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eSecure bench mounting is critical\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bolt firmly to a stable floor or heavy stand to handle high pulling forces safely and accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bhniq6\" data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eUse drawing lubricant consistently\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reduces friction, improves surface finish, and extends die\/tong life during repeated draws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oojzsj\" data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eAvoid overloading wire capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e – Max wire diameter ~10mm; always reduce in stages instead of forcing heavy pulls. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1415h7h\" data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eInspect drawplate \u0026amp; guide system\u003c\/strong\u003e – Keep guides clean and smooth to avoid uneven tension and maintain consistent wire diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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