How to Fix a Necklace Toggle Closure That Is Not Secure
Necklace toggle closures are convenient and simple to use if they're working properly. Many jewelry wearers prefer them because it's generally easier to close a necklace toggle than other clasp styles. However, when a toggle gets stuck or won't secure properly it can be frustrating. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Lay the necklace on a flat surface with good lighting.
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If either parts of the toggle closure, the ring or crossbar, are simply bent try to repair them.
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Grasp the damaged crossbar with your needle-nose pliers and using a flat, hard surface for counterbalance, twist the piece gently until straightened into its proper configuration. Depending on the material for the closure, the crossbar may get twisted or the ring may get bent so they no longer fit into one another.
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Test the toggle closure by holding the bar so that it slides straight through the ring. Then, turn the bar so it's perpendicular and the ring stops it from sliding through. Tug gently to ensure the integrity of the metal closure was not compromised with your repairs. If it works, you're done. If not, go to the next step.
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Purchase a new toggle closure at a jewelry or crafts store. Bring the necklace with you to ensure you get the correct size, style, color etc.
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Remove the old toggle closure by grasping the jump ring, which is the ring that attaches the toggle closure to the main necklace, with a pair of pliers. Using the needle-nose pliers twist open the closure. Do this for both the bar and ring side of the toggle closure.
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Slide the old jump ring off and remove the old toggle closure. Do this for both the bar and ring side of the the toggle closure.
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Attach the new toggle closure by grasping the necklace with one hand and holding the last ring where the jump ring from the toggle closure attaches. Grasp the jump ring from the toggle closure and slide the last ring of the necklace through it. Do this for both the bar and ring side of the toggle closure. Twist the jump ring closed.
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Test the new toggle closure by holding the bar so that it slides straight through the ring. Then, turn the bar so it's perpendicular and the ring stops it from sliding through. Tug gently to ensure it's secure. You are now ready to wear your necklace again.
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Tips & Warnings
Working with fine jewelry takes a delicate hand, and if you feel it's too difficult for you or you don't want to take the chance of ruining it, take the necklace to a jeweler to have the repairs done.
References
- Photo Credit necklace image by Dariusz Urbanczyk from Fotolia.com
