Quick answer

Choose the Chubby Link if you want a quick push-lever closure for adding or removing chains often. Choose the Classic Lock if you prefer a carabiner-style lock that screws shut and stays put. Both are recycled stainless steel connectors for the same Infinite Necklace and Explorer chains.

The closure is the real decision

Both charms do the same job: connect your necklace and bracelet chains, and let you add or remove them. The difference is how you open them. The Chubby Link uses a lever you push to open and close. The Classic Lock uses a screw mechanism, like a carabiner.

That difference matters more than the look. A lever is faster when you swap chains often or adjust a piece while wearing it. A screw closure takes a few extra seconds but gives a more deliberate, locked feel. Neither is objectively better; it depends on how often you plan to change your setup.

Both charms solve the same length problem

Each charm can be added more than once to a necklace or bracelet, either as decoration or to customize the piece to the exact length you want. If you are between sizes or want one piece to work across different chain lengths, either charm gives you that flexibility.

The catalog does not list a fixed length or drop measurement for either charm, so treat them as adjustable connectors rather than measured extenders. If you need a precise length change, plan to test the fit with your own chain before relying on it for a special occasion.

What the catalog does not tell you

Both charms are listed as recycled stainless steel and compatible with the Infinite Necklace and Explorer lines. The catalog does not specify the exact chain gauges each charm fits, the weight of either piece, or a water-resistance rating. Do not assume they will fit every chain you own, especially thicker or non-brand chains.

Color options are available for both, but the catalog does not list which colors. Check the product page for current color choices before you plan a matching set.

  • Speed of change: The Chubby Link's push lever opens and closes quickly, which suits frequent chain swaps. The Classic Lock's screw closure is slower but more deliberate. If you change your look daily, the lever wins on convenience.
  • Security feel: The Classic Lock screws shut like a carabiner, so it feels more locked in place. The Chubby Link relies on a lever that you push closed. For a piece you rarely remove, the screw lock may feel more reassuring.
  • Length customization: Both charms can be added multiple times to a necklace or bracelet to adjust length or add decoration. Neither has a published fixed length, so test the fit on your own chain. Buy more than one only after confirming the fit on your chain.
  • Compatibility limits: Both are listed as compatible with the Infinite Necklace and Explorer lines. The catalog does not list chain gauge ranges, so check thicker or third-party chains before buying. Confirm your chain is from a listed line before ordering.

Product facts at a glance

  • Chubby Link: The Chubby Link opens and closes with a push lever and is made of recycled stainless steel. The lever makes it the faster option for people who add or remove chains often.

    Chubby Link

    Chubby Link

  • Classic Lock: The Classic Lock is a recycled stainless steel carabiner-style lock that opens by unscrewing. The screw closure gives a more secure, deliberate feel for pieces you rarely take apart.

    Classic Lock

    Classic Lock

Which charm should you choose?

Best for

  • People who swap chains or adjust length often and want a fast lever closure
  • Shoppers building a layered look with multiple charms on one chain

Not for

  • People who want a screw-shut, carabiner-style lock for a piece they rarely remove
  • Chains outside the Infinite Necklace or Explorer lines, since compatibility is not listed