24K Cuban Link Chain 1 Year Later and Burnishing
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- Take a look at this 24 karat gold cuban link chain about one year after purchase. This chain has been worn almost daily, and still has a great shine, but seeing my brand new cuban link bracelet next to it made it obvious that the chain was in need of some love.
I purchased some 1/8" stainless steel shot and burnishing compound for my tumbler and let it run for two 5 minute cycles. There was a big difference before and after in the shine factor, so this method is highly recommended by me.
A secondary benefit of the burnishing process is that it work hardens the surface, helping to prevent new scratches from forming.
I started working silver a few months ago and just started working with gold. As far as I'm concerned, there's nothing like 24k gold for that deep, rich color.
As far as burnishing, you could buy an agate stone specifically designed as a burnishing tool. You lay your chain flat, put some dish soap on it, and rub the stone up and down the length. It really shines up the piece.
I think you get the same loom with 18k
Same loom?
Update please do you sleep in it any kinks
I’m happy to hear that you wear your jewelry .
I wear mine everywhere workout , beach , pool showers etc.
It's meant to be enjoyed! My kitten has an obsession with shiny things though, so I've had to keep it away for a bit. He put a bite mark in my dagger pendant lol
Having the 24k look a little scuffed looks better in my opinion gives it depth and it also makes it look a lot more real like you dug it straight from the ground.
I think it depends on the piece and the person wearing it. I'm not going to lie, after burnishing the chain, I was pretty excited with how much of the shine was restored. If I had a plain ring or different style of chain, such as an anchor link, I'd be fine with a few marks on them for character.
Do you like pieces with a hammered finish?
@@atlasargentum7019 Did you lose any weight in grams after burnishing it? Looks great.
@Chaim Fonseca
No, it's still 100 grams and I've done it twice. I'm sure it's possible to lose some weight eventually. Even if I lost a 10th of a gram every time it was burnished, I would still do it because it really helps to brighten the chain up and it would only be something I'd do once or twice a year.
@@atlasargentum7019 Thanks for the info. I'm planning on getting a 24k Cuban Link too so the video is appreciated!
My old rounded 8mm cuban looks like a nugget under a loop, its that dint'ed😂 and a relic from the Dwarven area, from the look of the old plain box clasp with no safety clips. More then 15yrs old lost some of its yellow, see the welds now. Couse gold solder has a different tarnish. I think a thief would give it back, saying whats this old crap😂
That's a beautiful & rare chain. Most ppl go for size. This a smart purchase. I polish my 8 mm bracelet & buff it rag then with a cream( polish) a foam head on a dremel. it's 0nly 14kt.
What i used to polish is mothers polishing compound. The car section at a walmart and microfiber towel. Mine isnt heavey just 1oz gold 2 baht chain 24k its a box chain with M clasp. But it is annoying trying to polish vs lower karat gold. But feels nice looking at the yellow differentce comapred to other chains.
Beautiful chain!!
Thanks! It's held up well so far
just bought a 24k anchor chain. 24" so no clasp. roughly 91g. Cannot wait to see it in person and wear the shit out of it. Nice cuban bro!
I'd love to see it too. Is it about 5mm?
Yea around 4.5mm - 5mm. It should be finished in a few weeks!
Where did you purchase from?
Thanks for the video!
Take some aluminum mag wheel polish very fine rubbing compound on a microfiber towl
nice chain bro
Man I would be super paranoid to wear 24k especially at that size, daily. It is really beautiful though
Everyone thinks it's fake and insurance is actually pretty cheap for jewelry.
@@atlasargentum7019 that might be a good thing lol. I would be able to tell immediately it’s not fake. You never see these 24k hook clasps on fake stuff
Very true about the clasp. If anyone gets any ideas, that's what 2A and insurance are for :)
@@atlasargentum7019 hey, who do you have it insured with?
Update?
Any kinks when you sleep with it?
Looks nice without the burnish.
The photos don't do a good job at showing the difference. I assure you the shine post- burnishing is much better. Before the burnishing, it had a dull appearance and almost no shine. It still had the vibrant yellow color before and after, it's just that the camera sensor didn't like the reflectivity and it made the chain look bad.
Nice brother keep em coming 💪nd keep gold collecting. What state r u from?
Where did u bought it in would like to get one
Hello, does it get scratched easily? I don't see how it can if it's only around your neck?
Also, bow would you clean it to keep it's shine and luster without having to polish it? As polish tends to make an item lose gold
It can get scratched easily, but you are right that it's not easy to do because it's on the neck. I just try to make sure I don't roll around on concrete or put a barbell across it while wearing it.
You can clean it in warm water with some dish soap in it to remove gunk, but that will only help so much. I've burnished the chain twice in the past year and it still weighs 100g. If it were to lose gold from that process, it is probably a miniscule amount. You can't polish 24k because it has a tendency to smudge instead of polish. Some viewers also recommended talking it to a jeweler and having them hit it with a torch, but I cannot vouch for this method.
How much did you buy it for per gram? Is this chain 100gram?
How much was it 🤔🤔💵💳🔗
I prefer a worn than shiny look and not have to worry about polishing. Where did you get your chain?
9999 Gold Jewelry in St Paul, MN
Okay thanks. Any regrets? Would you do anything different...shop elsewhere (Miami), size, karat, length, no clasp, anything different? I really in the market for a 6mm , 24k, 24 in
If I went with 24 inches, it would have been claspless. I could have gone up to 7mm if my budget was right, but 6mm is a good size. I don't feel like it's too small because the yellow color of 24k makes it stand out. I know you can get 24k from Miami, but the price was right at 9999GJ at the time so I went for that. I have heard that 9999GJ's prices have increased since then. As for purity, I could have gone as low as 18k and probably still been happy, but the 24k looks so good to me.
Thank you. And yes, for all the exact reasons why I want a 6mm , 24k. Perfect everyday size and wear. Clapless and no weak point, no need fumbling just slip on and off, Plus I hate shifting the clasp to the back all the time. Looks unbalanced and draws unnecessary attention. Purity is paramount for me, especially being at the beach all the time. When I say everyday I really meant 24/7 sun up till sun down. Since it's only 6mm why not get the highest karat you can afford, right? I mean, it's pretty hefty for it's size, right?
Do feel it's durable enough to sleep with? Let me know because I plan to not take it off at all!
I've worn the hell out of mine, so you can definitely feel confident in it being secure. Just fyi, the claspless Cuban link from 9999 Gold Jewelry is joined at the ends by a small solid piece and stamped, so its not 100% uniform. They are on Instagram if you want to see for yourself.
My jeweler will throw 24k chains down and heat it up with a torch.. and then gives it a quick rub. Done it 3 mins. Looks great after.
Interesting. I would think that annealing would lead to other problems like scratching since it softens the metal.
mine does this too, just torch and wipe clean , the only way to clean 24k tbh
If that's from 9999 Gold Jewelry in St Paul MN then you can send it back to them and they'll re-dip it and make it look new again. I have mine done every year and a half.
Oh wow, I have never heard of doing that. I will definitely keep that in mind. I guess the problem is shipping the damn thing. The way things are nowadays, I have so much anxiety while things are in transit, just hoping they reach the destination.
So they electroplate the jewelry?
@@atlasargentum7019 yeah I totally understand that and I probably wouldn't do it myself unless fully insured shipping was reasonable. Luckily 9999 is local to me so I can just drop off in person. Actually, I have my gold dealer in St Paul (Kings Ransom) do it all for me. I order my chains through him too as I can usually get them just a tad cheaper having him order it for me than I can direct from 9999
@@atlasargentum7019 nobody knows exactly what treatment they use, its a big secret like KFCs blend of herbs and spices lol. We kind of think they 24k gold plate the 24k gold chain after they're made then use a special polish. If you compared 2 identical chains from 9999 and Mene you can see the 9999 chain is more gold/orangish looking but that finish wears off over time. Locals have their chains refinished every year or two to make them look new again.
@@cvdubya5774 secret ? There’s only one way to electroplate gold
Great video!! Very helpful. Can I ask more details about your tumbling process? Did you use a rotary or a vibratory tumbler? And did you add anything else but steel shot? And what size shot did you use? Thank you 🙏🏼
I used a rotary tumbler. I'm not sure off of the top of my head what size the shot is, but I did try to go for a smaller size. Also, it was just BBs and no pins or other shapes
Very helpful man! I am looking at a 24k gold chain so this info might come in hand some day. Thanks for the informative video.
It seems to me like gold is going to be shiny and bright no matter what you do, but it is more brilliant when the surface is all lined up together. What did it look like before you tumbled it? Was it still bright ?
24k always has the bright yellow color. I'm always a bit shocked by the color when I see a candid picture of myself wearing it. Over time it will lose its shine though and take on a more dull appearance. I personally don't mind much because it's part of owning 24k jewelry, but it is nice to freshen it up every now and then. I've heard other people say that you can hit it with a torch to return the shine, but my instinct tells me that tactic would anneal the metal and it would lose its work hardening. Also, I haven't lost any weight on the chain in all of the times I've tumbled it.
I already have a rotary tumbler so it’s an easy go to down the road!
Do you use any water or compound in the tumbler or just some steel shot dry? Like half to 2/3 full?
The color is insane I’ve only seen it in videos so far!
I use water and burnishing compound which is basically just a concentrated detergent in the tumbler with the steel shot. The compound has a dilution ratio printed on the bottle. I don't fill the tumbler all the way because it's too heavy and the belt slips. I typically use about a pound of shot, but ymmv based on the size of your tumbler. If you want to play it safe, I'd say to do it in 5 minute intervals until you see the desired effect.
ik it’s probably really expensive but how much is this in canadian
I don't know, you'd have to ask them for a quote. From what I've heard, their prices have gone up a bit.
Probably like 11k
Great info and beautiful chain. Do you think 24K is worth it for every day wear?
At this point my answer is a resounding yes. If you know what you are buying with 24k, the small scratches aren't a big deal. All jewelry scratches, so its not worth worrying about too much. What I like about 24k is that the premiums are way lower per ounce and there is nothing else that glows the same as pure gold. Every time I see my jewelry, it makes me smile.
As for durability, you can check out my other videos. I have been buying 24k jewelry for a couple years now and wear it every day. It's all held up pretty well to be honest. There isn't a single part of me that regrets buying 24k due to the durability or that wishes I went with 14 or 18k instead
@@atlasargentum7019 thank you for the honest response I appreciate it. I'm pretty sure you get compliments all the time especially since you rarely see it on these types of chains.. I appreciate it.
@@nerdbamarich2063 To be honest, I almost never receive compliments on my jewelry. My most complimented pieces are an 18k lapis lazuli ring and my dagger pendant. The internet is where I get my fix of compliments haha. Honestly though, it doesnt matter what other people think because I like it and enjoy it.
Whats your favorite piece?
@@atlasargentum7019 oh wow I guess it just depends on where you're from but my favorite piece of yours is absolutely the 24K chain. You can't beat the beautiful shine that that thing has. I'm not really into big chains I had a 14k 10 mm yellow gold a few years ago and I sold it. Thinking of getting something custom made with white gold or maybe even rose gold. I thought about a 22k Franco as well but of course that would have to be yellow gold. You have some absolutely beautiful pieces and I want to be the same and have pieces that mean something to me. I appreciate your responses my friend and hope that you're having a great year thus far.
Have the links stretched?
I haven't measured it, but it doesn't seem like they have
Have you ever accidentally pulled it with it around your neck and did it stretch the clasp at all?
Yes and it's quite durable. I do try not to do that though
The s clasp is actually a bit of a pain to open and close. I have more faith in an s clasp holding up than a lobster clasp.
Yeah and If anything happens you could probably bend it right back into shape yourself
@@marko6938 24k is harder than people make it out to be. I have one and it would be hard to bend it by hand.
@@OmegaFighter1 me too, I just bought it last month 3 baht but I'm still gonna baby it
Is it 6 mm ?
About 6.2mm
@@atlasargentum7019 is it custom made ?
Yes. They do all custom orders with chains. You can get any weight, length, link style that you want.
Hello how much is the labor is it pergram?
They have been charging about 1150 to 1200 per Baht for the past year or so, regardless of spot price, so you would have to do the math at the time of purchase to see what the premium came out to.
I got my last chain from 9999 about a year ago and think I paid $75/gram if I remember right. Its a 30 gram/2 baht 24" anchor link chain. I think with my 9.1 gram crucifix pendant from them I paid $2900 total
Alright thank you for the inputs
How do i find them on google i cant see
@cvdubya5774 what jeweler?
i have exactly the neklace i would like to sale it ill take offers thank you,
Can I ask how much per gram this 24k piece cost?
I bought it a while ago now so their prices are probably much different. You can call them for a quote though.
dads money
Who much that chain is it Meme
It's not Mene. They make a similar chain that's about 5mm, but this one is about 6.2mm.
I got it from 9999 Gold Jewelry in Saint Paul MN. You can call them for a quote because their prices fluctuate.
@@atlasargentum7019 what is 9999 gold jewelry in saint Paul MN phone number ?
@@davidcockayne1943 651-269-3669
Thank you.
Is that a 6mm
It measures about 6.2mm
3m diamond wax and rag rub on rub off
Don’t even want to ask how much you paid for that lol
Yeah...lol.
Where do you buy your 24k jewelry?
Damn that thing is crazy scratched. And you paid a small fortune for it. 🤦🏻 That’s why I stick with diamond cut franco chains, the polish and finish hides the scratches and there’s less surface area. Franco chains look new forever.
It's really not. Like I said, the macro shots are deceiving because it's such a high level of magnification and the flash was reflecting back into the camera sensor. To the naked eye, the chain still has a lot of shine.
Not saying it doesn’t shine, it’s 24k purity, of course it shines. It does have noticeable wear and surface scratches. I’m not talking about the magnified shots, I could see the scratches when you were running the chain through your fingers. And that’s watching on my phone! I could imagine what it looks like in person. That being said, this is the risk you take when you buy pure gold with large surface area like your Miami Cuban. You better be okay with it having a worn look because there’s no way it won’t look scratched. It’s still a nice piece but for me personally, it would drive me nuts. To each their own.
It doesn't really bother me but I can understand why it would bother some people. It's too be expected with 24k. With that said, I have a German watch (Sinn) that cost a fraction of this chain, but I put a deep scratch in it and it pisses me off every time I see it 😑
Yeah I hear you. Scratches bother me because I want my piece to look as new as possible for as long as possible. Unlike you, I only wear my chains when I go out. Mine aren’t for daily wear because I want to keep them new. I have a 14k 26 inch heavy link from Jacoje and I’m getting rid of it because despite having a nicely polished surface, the flat parts of the links look very worn and scratched, of course this is when you’re up close looking at it. It still looks beautiful from a distance, but if you were close to me looking at the side neck, as I typically tuck my chains in, you would see it has a worn look which bothers me. The diamond cut franco is my go to chain because it’s got an insane finish that totally hides scratches and blemishes. One day I will get a 5mm in 22k but we’re talking like 130 grams with mark up so it’s quite expensive. I do like the soft yellow color of my diamond cut 14k 5mm franco despite the lower purity, so that’s my go to chain for now.
And I must admit, that Miami Cuban is a serious chain to wear daily 💪
nice way to destroy your chain, dude! all those marks will not polish out ..
It’s 24k gold bruh! 😂 what do you expect
That's a homosexual chain
Its beautiful but that deep yellow color is meant to
Be worn by women 😅
@@Snotroggel453 romans, gladiators and literally all male royalty in human history disagree
Are you crazy!? Cape Cod cloths my boy! Google it. Buy it. Use it! You’re welcome.
This is 24k home-dizzle. Polishing cloths are not a good choice because they tend to smudge instead of polish.
@@atlasargentum7019 Cape cod cloths, learn. we watch dealers witth gold watches know... youll learn lol