How to Secure a Permanent Necklace
Securing Your Permanent Jewelry: A Step-by-Step Guide
Permanent jewelry is a beautiful and symbolic way to wear your jewelry without the need for clasps or daily removal. At Shield Maiden Jewelry, we offer two types of permanent jewelry: permanent locking rings (sterling silver) and our Shield Maiden™ Signature Lock & Key Clasp, a proprietary closure forged for strength, trust, and intention. This guide will walk you through how to properly put on a permanent locking ring and a Shield Maiden™ Lock & Key Clasp so you can enjoy your jewelry securely and comfortably.
What is a Permanent Locking Ring?
A permanent locking ring is designed to be closed without the need for a traditional clasp. Instead, it uses a small ring that is permanently secured with pliers, ensuring a secure fit that stays in place.
How to Put On a Permanent Locking Ring
Follow these simple steps to safely and securely put on your permanent locking ring:
1. Prepare Your Materials
You will need:
- Your permanent locking ring necklace or bracelet
- A piece of thin string or thread
- A pair of pliers (preferably flat-nose or jewelry pliers)
2. Position the Necklace or Bracelet
- Drape the jewelry around the neck, wrist, or ankle, ensuring that the two open looped ends align properly.
- Make sure it sits comfortably and is not too tight.
3. Secure the Loops with String
- Take the thin string and thread it through both looped ends of the jewelry.
- Gently pull the string to bring the loops together.
- Lightly tie the string to hold the loops in place.
4. Insert and Close the Locking Ring
- Slide the permanent locking ring through both loops at the ends of the jewelry.
- Once in place, use pliers to gently press and close the ring securely.
- Ensure that the ring is fully closed so that it does not catch or come undone.
5. Remove the String
- Once the ring is securely closed, untie and remove the string.
- Your permanent locking ring is now in place and ready to be worn indefinitely!
What is a Lock & Key Clasp?
Our proprietory Shield Maiden™ Signature Lock & Key Clasp features a secure stainless steel lock mechanism that is fastened with a small hex screw. This type of clasp offers a sleek, modern look while ensuring long-lasting durability but enables taking the necklace off for certain circumstances when you may need it removed, such as medical procedures.
Please note: this lock can be a bit nitpicky as the screw is very small in order to streamline the lock itself so it isn't too heavy and doesn't distract from your jewelry.
How to Put On a Shield Maiden™ Lock & Key Clasp
Follow these steps carefully to put on a necklace with lock & key clasp:
1. Unlock the Clasp
- The clasp comes already locked, so the first step is to unlock it using the hex allen key. You may have to turn it hard to get it to undo.
- Be very careful not to lose the tiny screw, as once undone, it will come away from the stainless steel lock mechanism.
- Insert the key into the tiny screw in the clasp and turn counter-clockwise until it comes out easily on top of the key.
- Once the screw is removed, pull the two sides of the lock apart to separate the necklace.
2. Prepare for Reassembly on the Person
- Place the screw on the end of the hex key to get ready for reassembly.
4. Position the Necklace
- Drape the necklace around the neck, ensuring it fits comfortably.
5. Reassemble the Clasp
- Put the two sides back together, aligning the holes for the screw, and hold them in place.
6. Secure the Screw
- Carefully take the hex key with the screw on the end and press the screw into the screw hole.
- Screw it in tightly to secure the clasp.
Your Lock & Key clasp is now securely in place and ready to be worn indefinitely!
By following these steps, you can securely wear your Shield Maiden Jewelry permanent locking jewelry with confidence. Whether you're marking a special bond or simply embracing the timeless beauty of permanent jewelry, your new piece will remain a cherished symbol of strength and style.
Stay fierce, stay adorned!