Tapers come in all different sizes. From 14g to 1 inch, But I don't suggest using tapers after 0g.
Use a taper or have a shop taper it out.
The purpose of measuring taper angle is to obtain taper angle
To measure bore taper
I haven't tried to but I wouldn't think so. They can look kinda sharp so I would just wear plugs or eyelets.
2.2
Generally, a regular ear lobe piercing is an 18 or 20 gauge, so the first size taper you should get would be a 16 gauge. Ask your parents before stretching your ears.
i believe its a 18 gauge or 16 gauge.
Tapers are used to stretch the ears, so if you have tapers close to the gauge that your ears are currently, grit your teeth and push it through until it gets to the widest end and put the rubber rings on the taper to keep it in place. If the gauge of the taper is NOT near what your ears are currently, I wouldn't suggest pushing it through. If you do, it could cause your skin to rip and bleed, or your ear to split entirely, resulting in a blowout.
Seat the bolts using the 4 lb. hammer and taper bolt gauge
You should use a taper. You can probably find these at a piercing studio. It is important to first stretch it to a 16 gauge, and then to a 14 gauge about a month later to prevent tearing.
3/8
Normal ear piercings are 18 gauge.