How do you open a S hook clasp?

Open up the curve of the S-hook on the jumpring side to put the necklace or bracelet on and off. Some S-hook clasps have two jumprings, one on each half of the "S." Use the jumprings to end each end of your design. Then open and close the S-hook accordingly to take off and put on your necklace or bracelet.

What is an S clasp?

S hook clasps are simple to use because they feature an S-shaped design that is easy to hook and unhook. These types of clasps are ideal for use in jewelry that you can adjust in size because the hook can attach easily to all kinds of different rings, such as a jump ring or chain link.

How do you open a push clasp?

To open the clasp, you simply push a lever that compresses the metal wedge, allowing it to slide out. These come in all different styles, some allowing multiple strands of beads or chains. You'll find them in plain finishes and elaborate filigree and in gold, sterling silver, base metals, and other options.

How do you open a spring clasp?

Spring Ring Clasp

This is a metal ring with a simple spring mechanism; just pull back on the teeny-tiny lever and the spring compresses, leaving an opening for a jump ring or tab. Release the lever and the clasp closes, locking the chain in place.

How does a slide lock clasp work?

Slide Lock Clasps consist of a set of tubes, one of which slides inside the other and locks into place. The bar style of these multi-strand clasps holds an almost unlimited number of strands of chain, cord, beading wire or thread.

How to Open Up S Hooks

What is a toggle clasp closure?

What is a toggle clasp? A toggle clasp consists of a metal bar that goes through a loop (usually circular) and keeps a necklace or bracelet closed.

How do snap clasps work?

To close them, you simply place the loop part over the ball and press it down. Then, to open it, you press down on the ball and it snaps right open. It's easy to do one-handed, even with limited mobility.

What is a claw clasp?

Also called lobster clasp and lobster hook, the claw clasp is a jewelry fastener that is held closed by a spring. It is one of the most popular styles of jewelry clasps on the market. Claw clasps are frequently seen on necklaces and bracelets and are designed to be easy to grasp, open and close.

How does a barrel clasp work?

Barrel clasps are also called torpedo clasps. These work via a threading mechanism, where you have to twist the clasp to open and close it. Usually, when the clasp is twisted close, it resembles a barrel, hence the name. Barrel clasps aren't ideal for bracelets because it's difficult to do up with one hand.