Question for the guys who wear heavy chains

[haven_seeker]

Right now my daily wearer is a 60g 18K curb chain just like this:



It has a heavy lobster clasp which is easy to operate.

I'm considering upgrading to a 175g 18K curb chain. Both chains are 22" and sit at a comfortable height. This chain instead has a box clasp with 2 side safety figure 8's.

I was considering, if I purchase it, to delete the box clasp (slide-in spring piece) and just go to a heavy lobster clasp. There is also a small safety chain installed on it as well...this I would leave alone.

Getting back to the clasp proposition...Would that be a stupid move?

I should add for clarity: I wear the chain every single day, taking it off only to go to bed, and putting it on immediately in the morning.

[walds11]

I have a 22mm Miami Cuban link chain in white gold with a sleek lock that weighs 76g. I never take it off. Well, only once in a blue moon to clean it.

For the curb chain your looking at, I would keep the box clasp. Old school baby! Plus with a chain that heavy, not sure I’d have a lobster clasp on it.

[Old Geezer]

I'd keep the box clasp. The box clasp doesn't have the rings like a lobster clasp that will wear down with a heavy chain.

[chieftd]

I have a 22 inch, 87gm curb link chain. When I wear it I leave it on 24/7, only remove it to clean it or change necklaces. It has a box clasp with double side locks. Very comfortable to wear. Cheers

[chieftd]

Originally Posted by chieftd

I have a 22 inch, 87gm curb link chain. When I wear it I leave it on 24/7, only remove it to clean it or change necklaces. It has a box clasp with double side locks. Very comfortable to wear. Cheers

I meant to add that it’s 18k yellow gold.

[enjoythemusic]

As others have said, box clasp with double side locks.

[haven_seeker]

Honestly I expected more love for the lobster!!
(alright, that’s not a lobster above but it’s the closest we’ve got )

Thank you for the replies! I’m supposed to drive down in a few weeks to go actually try it on.

18K yellow gold....can’t get enough of it!

Thank you all for your replies.

[dimag333]

Can we see some chains on pics?

steve

[Blansky]

What the hell. We can put a man on the moon.....

It's rather disappointing that we have not come up with a clasp that is both invisible and foolproof that actually works.

As we all know the clasp will ALWAYS make it's way to the most wrong and stupid place instead of staying at the back of the neck.

I've had a number of different neck chains over the years and they all suck.

I'm going back to bed.

[walds11]

Originally Posted by Blansky

What the hell. We can put a man on the moon.....

It's rather disappointing that we have not come up with a clasp that is both invisible and foolproof that actually works.

As we all know the clasp will ALWAYS make it's way to the most wrong and stupid place instead of staying at the back of the neck.

I've had a number of different neck chains over the years and they all suck.

I'm going back to bed.

I have a sleek lock on my Miami Cuban link chain. I opted for that instead of the box lock for the “sleeker” profile and look. Google it or search for it on YouTube. I rarely take my chain off. 99% of the time, the clasp stays put on the back of my neck. The other 1%, it maybe shifts every so slightly.

[haven_seeker]

Down and dirty pic of 59g chain and pic of proposed honkin' chain...nearly three times its weight in gold...


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[Dr. Robert]

No chains for me, I’m no longer married!

[bobby81]

Originally Posted by haven_seeker

Right now my daily wearer is a 60g 18K curb chain just like this:



It has a heavy lobster clasp which is easy to operate.

I'm considering upgrading to a 175g 18K curb chain. Both chains are 22" and sit at a comfortable height. This chain instead has a box clasp with 2 side safety figure 8's.

I was considering, if I purchase it, to delete the box clasp (slide-in spring piece) and just go to a heavy lobster clasp. There is also a small safety chain installed on it as well...this I would leave alone.

Getting back to the clasp proposition...Would that be a stupid move?

I should add for clarity: I wear the chain every single day, taking it off only to go to bed, and putting it on immediately in the morning.

My 24 inch Chain plus ID Bracelet plus Saddle Ring & Horseshoe Ring. There is a Lobster Clasp on the Chain & a Box Clasp on the ID Bracelet & I have found both good


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[THC]

Had a lobster clasp on a gold bracelet and hated it.. needed two hands

[chieftd]

Here is my 22 inch 18K chain with Australian Koroit Boulder Opal pendant


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[T4ME]

Cuban Links over 5MM need the box lock

[chieftd]

Im a fan of all 18K yellow gold as well. I have many pieces and alternate wear.

I have a curb link bracelet here at 110gm in 18K gold with box lock.


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[pickettt]

I pity the fool.

[chieftd]

Originally Posted by pickettt

I pity the fool.

Indeed, my Mr. T starter kit

[Frank Mucus]

Get the box clasp. It's snatch proof

Here's mine

[Bryant Park]

Originally Posted by Frank Mucus

Get the box clasp. It's snatch proof

Here's mine

Always good to have proof of snatch.

[BreguetRolex]

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[Blansky]

Originally Posted by BreguetRolex

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SWEET!!!

Some seriously beautiful bling.

[JasoninDenver]

Since this is a great discussions on the relative merits of clasps, what do you think of the clasp on this bracelet....



Thinking about a bracelet but the lighter lobster claws I see on most put me off given my extremely active lifestyle. If I cant wear it 24/7 then “No Thanks”.

[chieftd]

Originally Posted by BreguetRolex

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That is a very nice bracelet

[BreguetRolex]

Originally Posted by chieftd

That is a very nice bracelet

I am just fascinated by the amount of gold in Dubai at the Gold Souk Market. I am honestly saying that there is millions and millions of dollars of gorgeous 22cwt and 20 CWT jewelry in virtually any style, type etc etc etc you would like to buy. My wife and I always try to buy one really heavy weight piece every time we go to DUBAI because I am not sure you will never ever see anywhere else on the planet like this...

The one shop we went in had chains and wristlets in excess of 300-500 grams of 22CWT chains on hand and for your purchasing pleasure. They are 110% legitimate and super honest on top of it. You can walk the back lanes of Dubai with your solid gold rolex and 350 gram chain if you care without no worries....

[BreguetRolex]

Originally Posted by Blansky

SWEET!!!

Some seriously beautiful bling.

Not only do they have incredible watch boutiques in DUBAI but the gold souk will blow you away...They had ladies full length dresses in 22CWT Gold hanging in the window on display..:)

[BreguetRolex]

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[1William]

I prefer the lobster clasp for appearance and ease of use. Great looking items.

[GoingPlaces]

YG Cartier Santos