IMPORTANT INFORMATION about CHRIS'S CABLES TM
Chris's Cables have the best wearing qualities a cable can have - of softness, flexibility, consistent thickness and evenness of wrapping - because Chris has investigated the best available core materials, uses wires specifically made for his cables and has improved the wrapping techniques he uses.

The following information has been compiled, based on our experience and customer feedback, to facilitate your decision making when choosing diameters and lengths.
 


Double Sphere Enameled Bead on Chris's Cable
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The diameter and length you choose should be determined by the "look" you are trying to achieve, the physical weight of the pendant or beads as well as the visual weight of the pendant or beads.

Chris's Cables, do not pull to a relative " V " as a normal chain does. We have noticed, because the cables do maintain a more circular line around the neck than standard chains (such as snake chains), that our clients are ordering their cables one inch longer than they would a chain.
The smallest diameter cables (1.3 mm) are the softest and most flexible. The 1.3 mm cables are more appropriately used with light weight items both visually and physically (speculating - 17 grams or less). The longer lengths of 1.3 mm cables with a lighter pendant will hang in a delicate elongated oval curve. The 1.3 mm cables, in short lengths, wear as a wonderful circle around the neck.

The medium diameter cables (1.5 mm) are only slightly stiffer than the small (1.3 mm) cables. The 1.5 mm cables are good for light to medium weight pendants or beads (speculating – 32 grams or less). The longer lengths of the 1.5 mm are strong enough to support the weight yet flexible enough to make a delightful oval curve around the neck.

1.5 mm is the most popular diameter cable for the majority of users.

The thicker diameter cables (1.8 mm) are the stiffest and will maintain a circular line around the neck when using them with a heavier pendant or beads (speculating – 25 grams and up).

We have also researched the different clasp possibilities and we are able to offer several types of clasps installed on the cables. Please see page "Concerning Clasps" for specifics.

The secure, slender, TROVE "J" Hook TM is hand made in Chris's studio. This clasp offers the smallest possible ends so that the eye end may pass through bead holes. The TROVE "J" HookTM is a very user-friendly clasp! The wearer can actually SEE that the clasp is securely connected. You may remove the "TROVE J Hook" TM to install whatever clasp you wish by adding a jump ring through the cable's eye ends.

A second clasp, (see page “Precision Bayonet Clasp”), is available in two outside diameter sizes 1.8 mm OD (for 1.3 & 1.5 cables) and 2.7 mm OD (for 1.8 cables). The Precision Bayonet Clasp uses a push and twist motion to connect and disconnect the clasp. The opening and closing action is similar to that of a safety medicine bottle lid. The operation of the clasp must be clear to the wearer to insure secure connection and ease of removal. The Precision Bayonet Clasp is not as instantly user friendly as the "TROVE J Hook TM ". The Precision Bayonet Clasp is very sturdy when the proper usage is taught to the client or gallery personnel. Do not assume the client or gallery personnel will intuitively understand the operation of our precision bayonet clasp. Our precision bayonet clasps are the best available!

Other clasps (Lobster, EZ Loc clasp, etc.) & jump rings are available upon special request.

Please, DO NOT try soldering anything onto Chris’s Cables. Heat will compromise the structural integrity of the cable.

All CHRIS'S CABLES TM are sent with the clasp installed. If you make a special request to leave one side loose, we cannot be responsible for incorrect installation of the clasp onto the cable.

We are interested in hearing about your needs and suggestions concerning the cables so that our cables exceed your clients’ needs with a dependable solution.


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