Large Crucible Set with WHIP Holder

This is the crucible and holder we use in our studio, and the WHIP design is the reason we chose it over everything else we tried. Most crucible holders hold the dish at a fixed distance from your hand, which makes it awkward to get the spout directly over the funnel when you're pouring. The WHIP, invented by master jeweller Jay Whaley, puts the crucible right at the end of a long arm so you can position the spout precisely and pour with real control.

We reach for this set for sand casting jewellery, cuttlefish casting, and pouring into ingot moulds. For all of these, a clean, well-aimed pour makes a real difference. Any overshoot or hesitation means wasted metal and a ruined piece. The WHIP takes the guesswork out of getting the spout exactly where you need it.

This large melting crucible set handles bigger melt volumes than the standard size, so it's the one to reach for if you're casting larger pieces or working with more metal at once.

Before using a new crucible for the first time, you'll need to season it with borax powder to create a protective glaze on the interior. This extends the life of the dish and helps metal flow cleanly.

Worth knowing:

• New crucibles must be seasoned with borax before first use
• The WHIP holder keeps the spout close to the mould opening for a more controlled pour
• Includes both the large and extra-large crucibles, and the WHIP holder