Durston 1042 Lucinda Easy Roll F130 Flat Rolling Mill - 128.1042
This flat rolling mill brings together the familiar DRM-style frame with the new Easy Roll gearbox to make sheet rolling smoother and less effort-intensive, even on heavier stock. As you turn the handle, the high-reduction gearbox takes the load so metal glides through the polished rolls in a controlled, steady pass.
Features
- Easy Roll gearbox design reduces manual effort while maintaining a responsive feel at the handle.
- Full-width flat rolls provide a wide working area for sheet and pattern rolling in one compact mill.
- Side extensions with half-round profiles add extra forming options without increasing the footprint.
- Square wire grooves along the rolls support a range of wire sizes for general fabrication work.
- Solid single-cast body and induction-hardened rolls are built for long-term workshop use.
- Compact, space-efficient format makes it easy to integrate into existing bench and stand layouts.
- Precision-ground and polished rolls help produce smooth surfaces and consistent reductions.
Specifications
| Model Type |
Lucinda Easy Roll F130 flat rolling mill |
| Roll Diameter |
60 mm (2.36") |
| Total Roll Width |
130 mm (5.12") overall |
| Flat Roll Sections |
Approx. 75 mm (2.95") + 55 mm (2.17") |
| Side Extensions |
4 half-round grooves, approx. 4 mm to 1.5 mm (0.16"–0.06") |
| Square Wire Grooves |
11 grooves, approx. 8 mm to 1 mm (0.31"–0.04") |
| Gearbox Ratio |
15:1 Easy Roll gearbox |
| Roller Type |
Flat rolls with side extension grooves |
| Range |
Lucinda Easy Roll series |
| Product Weight |
110 lb (49.95 kg) |
| Boxed Weight |
117 lb (52.85 kg) |
| Unit Dimensions |
630 mm x 580 mm x 220 mm (24.8" x 22.8" x 8.7") |
| Boxed Dimensions |
560 mm x 320 mm x 470 mm (22.0" x 12.6" x 18.5") |
| Brand |
Durston |
What our Experts Think
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Next-Generation 15:1 Easy Roll Gearbox
The Lucinda F130 introduces Durston’s innovative 15:1 reduction system, delivering a smooth balance between fast operation and low physical effort—ideal for controlled, repeatable sheet rolling.
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Wide 130mm Flat Rolling Surface
Provides a full-width flat working zone optimized for sheet reduction, texture plates, and pattern work, ensuring even pressure across larger metal pieces.
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Hybrid DRM-Strength Frame Design
Built on a robust single-cast Durston body with induction-hardened rolls, combining long-term durability with a compact, space-efficient footprint.
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Side Extension Forming Capability
Includes half-round grooves on side extensions, allowing additional forming options without sacrificing the clean flat-roll focus.
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Precision Ground Rollers for Clean Finish
High-polish rollers ensure consistent metal flow, reducing marking and improving surface quality for high-end jewellery work.
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Workshop Efficiency Upgrade
Designed to reduce fatigue during long rolling sessions while maintaining fine control over thickness changes—ideal for production studios and professional bench work.
Q&A
Q: What is the Durston 1042 Lucinda Easy Roll F130 Flat Rolling Mill (128.1042)?
A: It is a professional flat rolling mill for jewelry making designed to reduce metal sheet thickness with less effort using an advanced gear system.
Q: What is it used for?
A: It is used to flatten and reduce sheet metal, preparing gold, silver, copper, and brass for jewelry fabrication and forming work.
Q: What materials can it handle?
A: It works with gold, silver, copper, brass, and other non-ferrous metals commonly used in jewelry production.
Q: What makes this model different?
A: It uses a 15:1 reduction gearbox, which makes rolling smoother and significantly reduces the physical effort needed during operation.
Q: What is its rolling type?
A: It is a flat-only rolling mill, meaning it is designed exclusively for sheet metal reduction and does not include wire grooves.
Q: What is the working width?
A: It has a 130mm flat rolling area, giving a wide surface for sheet processing.
Q: Is it manual or powered?
A: It is a manual rolling mill, operated by hand but made easier with the gearbox system.
Q: What is the main benefit of this model?
A: It provides high-precision sheet rolling with greatly reduced effort, making it ideal for jewelers who want smooth, controlled, and consistent metal reduction in a compact workshop setup.
Maintenance Tips
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Clean rollers after every use – Wipe the 130mm flat rolls immediately to remove metal dust and prevent scoring on the precision-ground, induction-hardened surface
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Use light anti-rust protection when idle – Apply a thin oil film for storage; always fully clean before rolling to avoid contaminating sheet metal
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Maintain 15:1 Easy Roll gearbox – Periodic light grease keeps the high-reduction mechanism smooth, efficient, and low-effort under heavy loads
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Check roller alignment regularly – Ensures even pressure across full 130mm width for consistent sheet thickness and clean pattern rolling
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Avoid overloading capacity – Reduce metal gradually in multiple passes instead of forcing heavy single reductions to protect rollers and frame
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Use only clean, annealed metal – Dirty or work-hardened stock increases wear and reduces surface finish quality
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Secure mounting is essential – Bolt firmly to a rigid bench or stand to eliminate vibration and maintain precision under torque
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Store in dry conditions – Prevents rust on rollers, gearbox components, and cast frame
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Never touch rollers with bare hands – Skin oils can mark precision steel over time and affect finishing quality
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