Jewelry Pro Gear

A Razor by Chris Ploof, a Dreamy Hair Pin by Lela Sophia, and More Gear for Jewelry Pros

Plus a new wire and tube cutting jig from Jayne Redman.

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2 weeks ago

March 10, 2025

INSTORE Staff Instore March 2025 Issue

A Razor by Chris Ploof, a Dreamy Hair Pin by Lela Sophia, and More Gear for Jewelry Pros

Cutting Edge Shave

If you’re someone who appreciates an old-school shave, you want your tools to be on point — and they might as well be beautiful, too, right? Jeweler Chris Ploof makes his Damascus Steel Shavette razor with just as much care as he makes the jewelry in his eponymous line, so you know this stunning object is as functional as it is stylish.

$1,000

chrisploof.com

Lovely Leather

Need a pretty box that fits multiple rings? Perfect for displays, travel, pop-ups, or social media photoshoots, this chic leather 10-ring box from The Leather Expert allows you to choose the exterior and interior color, with optional additional personalization available.

$49.99 and up

theleatherexpert.etsy.com

Jump for This Jig

Need a better tool for hands-free measuring and cutting? The Jayne Redman Wire and Tube Cutting Jig is just the thing. Simply slide the Dovetail Stop to set the length of material for your project and then cut. Works with a wide range of measurements and materials. All hardware is included; may be used with or without the Jayne Redman Rotational Bench Pin and Rotational WorkRing.

$265

jayneredmanjewelry.com

Dazzling History

Precious by Helen Molesworth is a can’t-miss new book by a jewelry industry veteran whose storied career left her with an incredible storehouse of knowledge. Molesworth tells the history of humanity through the history of gemstones, journeying from African diamond mines to the sapphire-rich rivers of Sri Lanka to chronicle the stories of ten of nature’s most coveted gems while also sharing sparking anecdotes from her own life.

$30

penguinrandomhouse.com

Hair Chic

Sure, your jewelry is on point, but what about your hair? Jewelry brand Lela Sophia has added some fantastic hair accessories to its lineup, including the extraordinarily dreamy Calla Lily Hair pin. Available in 24K yellow gold brass or sterling-silver-plated bronze.

$660

lelasophiajewelry.com

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