Test out our Sample Striped Dapped 5:1 Figaro Curb Chain in 14kt gold filled features 1 stripped link alternating with 5 curb links, adding sparkle and character to necklaces, bracelets, and custom designs.
This is sold by individual 7 inch samples pieces. You will not receive continuous lengths if ordering more than one piece.
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Curb Link Measurements:
- OD: LxW- 1.35mm x 1.90mm
- ID: 0.55mm
- Wire Thickness: 0.42mm, 26ga
Recommended Jump Rings for Paperclip Link:
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- A) For the End Link of the chain:
- What gauge open jump ring to use: Up to 24ga, 0.51mm
- Recommended: Link is very small. Best to wire wrap if not soldering. Wire wrap with 24ga Round Wire By-the-Meter
- If soldering / welding: 3mm 24ga or 2.3mm 26ga
B) For the Links Within the chain:
These jump rings are perfect for sizing your permanent jewelry pieces and for attaching charms along the chain.
- What gauge open jump ring to use: Up to 26ga, 0.40mm
- Recommended: Link is very small. Best to wire wrap if not soldering. Wire wrap with
- If soldering / welding: 2.3mm 26ga
- What gauge open jump ring to use: Up to 24ga, 0.51mm
- A) For the End Link of the chain:
Dapped Textured Oval Link Measurements:
- OD: LxW- 2.35mm x 4.30mm
- ID: 0.52mm
- Thickness: 0.14mm, 38ga
Recommended Jump Rings for Dapped Oval Link:
A) For the End Link and Links Within this chain:
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- What gauge open jump ring to use: Up to 26ga, 0.40mm
- Recommended: Link is very small. Best to wire wrap if not soldering. Wire wrap with
- If soldering / welding: 2.3mm 26ga
- What gauge open jump ring to use: Up to 26ga, 0.40mm
Recommended Findings for the Textured Dapped Curb Chain:
- Clasps – 3x8mm Rectangle Lobster , 5x9mm Rounded Lobster or 5mm Spring
- Soldered Ring (Closed) – 5mm 22ga or 5mm 20ga
How Dapped Chains Are Made:
Dapped chains begin as standard machine-made chains, such as cable or curb styles. These chains pass through precision steel rolling stamps called dapping tools, which mechanically flatten—or “dap”—one or both sides of each individual link. This process adds a mirror-like shine or a delicate faceted texture, all without using cutting tools to shape the metal. Because dapping reshapes rather than removes metal, it preserves the surface integrity, an essential benefit for materials like gold filled.
During production, the chain’s link dimensions may vary slightly, usually within ±5% to account for compression, stretching, or normal wire gauge differences. For instance, a 2.00 mm link may measure between 1.90 mm and 2.10 mm. As a result, some recommended jump rings may fit more tightly than others. However, the end link will always accommodate a 26ga jump ring.
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