- Is this chain ready to wear as a necklace?
- No. The links are unwelded and it comes as a length of chain, so you add a clasp and end findings yourself. It is sold for jewelry making and repair.
- Will the black finish wear off?
- PVD vacuum plating bonds to the steel and outlasts painted or dyed finishes. As with any coated chain, rubbing at the clasp and high-wear points can eventually dull the color.
- Is 304 stainless steel good for jewelry?
- Yes. It resists rust and tarnish and is stronger than brass or copper chain. It is not hypoallergenic for everyone, since stainless steel contains nickel.
- How strong are unwelded links?
- Each link is open, so it can be pulled apart under a hard tug. For pendants and light wear it holds fine; for heavy pendants, close or solder the links you use.
- What is the link width?
- The chain is about 7mm wide, a mid-weight size that reads as a statement chain rather than a delicate one.
- Can I cut it to length?
- Yes. Open the links with pliers at the point you want to end, then attach your clasp. No soldering is needed for a basic assembly.
- Where is the 304 Stainless Steel knot Link Chains, Unwelded, PVD Vacuum Plating, Black, 7mm cheapest?
- At PandaHall.com, for $7.51, as of our latest check.