<p>Do you always have to fight with chainmail jump rings to get them open and closed? Are you in limbo whether or not you should get a tumbler to harden your chainmail links? This bag of round anodized aluminum jump rings is the answer. Not as hard as stainless steel or soft as copper chain mail rings, these shiny and finger-friendly color jump rings with a good balance of being sturdy and flexible are easy to bend but stiff enough to hold their shape. The perfectly round aluminum rings without nicks and scratches link up and straighten out beautifully with a twist. Precisely cut with a fine jewelry saw, the bright and slightly open jump rings are free of marring and yield tighter flush when seams are closed. The chainmail rings can also be easily hammered into bezels or stamped. It hardens nicely with a chasing hammer and the color does not flake off as long as coated tools are used. </p> <p>Almost flawless when closed, these reliable and uniform chainmail rings are great for chainmaille hobbies or teaching weaving techniques. Leaving no black residue on hands and clothes, these easy to bend chain maille jump rings are great for building helm chains, 4-in-1 mails, scale maille, chain mail t-shirts, belts, bra tops, or sleeves. For jewelry making, these strong yet lightweight aluminum chain mail rings are not only great for making chainmail bracelets, necklaces, or earrings with unique patterns such as Byzantine style but also handy for holding charms or pendants, especially when using multiple rings or soldering the connection for heavier items. </p>