14K Wheat Chain - Solid (not hollow)
14K Wheat Chain Solid - Soldered Links give Strongest Strength and Wear Rating. Superior resistance to stretching.
Wheat Chain is the most durable and is very attractive. The heavy wire and soldered links make this the most durable chain.
14K Triple Link Chain
14K Triple Link Chain Solid - Soldered Links give moderately high strength and wear rating. Resistant to stretching over time.
Triple link chain is very durable and lightweight. It is a good value if cost is a consideration.
14K Rope Chain - Solid (not hollow)
14K Rope Chain Solid - Links Not Soldered - low to moderate strength rating. Rope chain can stretch over time and the small unsoldered wires can loosen and catch on clothing.
Rope chain is very popular and is very attractive like the wheat. Rope chain is the weakest of all traditional chains because of the non-soldered links.
14K Twisted Cable Chain
14K Twisted Cable Chain Solid - Continous wire is twisted the same way wire cable is. It is very strong, not as flexible as the other types of chains as is similar to a soft bangle when used for slide bracelets. It is high strength with moderate durability. The stiffness can lead to some of the small wires fraying if worn extensively. Very Popular!