Best men's stainless steel necklace chains

Start with the Classic Cuban Link from GTHIC. A 5 mm Cuban in stainless steel is the safest everyday chain for a man: solid enough to feel substantial, flat enough to sit under a collar, and it comes in lengths from 16" to 30", so you can get the fit right. Lobster claw clasp, and it's the best-reviewed of the bunch.

Who the others suit:

• Heavy Cuban Link (GTHIC) — if you want a statement piece; widths run up to 18 mm, so it's weighty.
• Rope chain (WE ARE ALL SMITH, 5 mm, 24") — a dressier, more textured look that reads well on its own.
• Figaro (Biker Jewelry Shop, 4 mm) — classic Italian-style pattern, good for a slightly vintage feel.
• Diamond-cut curb (1.4 mm) — slim and subtle, best layered or worn with a pendant.
• Wheat chain (HZMAN, 3 mm) — light, flexible and comfortable for all-day wear.
• Chunky 8–14 mm Cuban (DLUXCA) — the budget route to a bold look.

Stick to 316L/surgical stainless for daily wear; it resists tarnish and sweat far better than plated metals.