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Wholesale Jump Rings for Jewelry Making
Jump rings are an essential component in jewelry manufacturing, connecting everything from clasps and chains to charms, pendants, and other jewelry components. At JK Findings, we offer a wide selection of wholesale jump rings in a variety of metals, shapes, gauges, and finishes to support jewelry designers, manufacturers, and businesses.
With options in gold filled, sterling silver, solid gold, and more, our jump rings are available in both open and closed styles to accommodate a variety of jewelry-making applications. Nearly all of our jump rings are made in the USA, with manufacturing taking place at our Rochester, New York facility.
Explore our selection of open jump rings, closed jump rings, and our popular Click N Lock jump rings. Find quality jewelry components in a variety of precious metals and styles.
Open vs. Closed Jump Rings: What's the Difference?
Not sure which type of jump ring is right for your project? Understanding the difference between open and closed jump rings can help you find the right component for your jewelry designs.
| Feature | Open Jump Rings | Closed Jump Rings |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Features an opening for attachment. | Continuous, unbroken ring. |
| Common Uses | Attaching clasps, charms, and chains. | Creating permanent connections and links. |
| Shape Options | Round, oval, triangle, and sparkle round. | Round, heart, star, clover, teardrop, and more. |
| Applications | Jewelry assembly and component connections. | Jewelry assembly and decorative designs. |
Explore Our Wholesale Jump Ring Selection
Open Jump Rings
Open jump rings feature a small opening that allows them to connect jewelry components, making them an essential component for jewelry manufacturers and designers.
Our wholesale open jump ring selection includes a variety of sizes, gauges, metals, shapes, and finishes to accommodate different jewelry-making applications.
- Metals: Gold filled, sterling silver, rose gold filled, and select solid gold options.
- Gauges: Approximately 12–26 gauge, depending on style and availability.
- Shapes: Round, oval, sparkle round, and triangle.
- Finishes: Anti-tarnish, rhodium, and unplated options.
Closed Jump Rings
Closed jump rings feature a continuous, unbroken connection, making them a useful option for jewelry designs that require a permanent or non-opening link.
Our collection includes both classic and decorative shapes, offering additional design possibilities for jewelry manufacturers and designers.
- Metals: Gold filled, sterling silver, rose gold filled, and select solid gold options.
- Gauges: Approximately 16–24 gauge, depending on style and availability.
- Shapes: Round, oval, heart, star, teardrop, triangle, square, clover, and more.
- Finishes: Anti-tarnish, gold plated, rose gold plated, rhodium plated, and unplated options.
Click N Lock Jump Rings: A JK Findings Favorite
Looking for a convenient alternative to traditional jump rings? Meet Click N Lock jump rings, a customer favorite handcrafted at our facility in Rochester, New York.
Unlike traditional open jump rings, Click N Lock jump rings feature a specially designed closure that fits together to create a secure connection. Their unique construction offers jewelry makers an alternative to conventional jump rings when connecting jewelry components.
Why Jewelry Makers Love Click N Lock Jump Rings
- Unique closure design: Specially designed ends fit together to create a secure connection.
- Convenient assembly: A practical option for connecting jewelry components.
- Clean finish: Proper tools help maintain the appearance of the finished piece.
- Handcrafted in the USA: Individually manufactured at our Rochester, NY facility.
Helpful Tip: We recommend using two pairs of nylon-jaw pliers when closing Click N Lock jump rings. Nylon jaws help prevent marring or scratching the soft metal surface during assembly.
Discover why Click N Lock jump rings have become a JK Findings customer favorite!
Handcrafted in Rochester, NY
Our Click N Lock jump rings are individually handcrafted by our team at JK Findings in Rochester, New York. This specialized manufacturing process is part of our commitment to producing quality jewelry components right here in the USA.
See Click N Lock Jump Rings in Action
Watch how our Click N Lock jump rings work and learn more about their unique design.
Made in the USA, Connecting Jewelry Since 1975
At JK Findings, domestic manufacturing has been part of our business for more than 50 years. From our Rochester, NY facility, we manufacture a wide range of jewelry findings and components, combining domestic production with global sourcing to offer the selection and value our customers need.
Nearly all of our jump rings are made in the USA, with a small amount of select styles sourced internationally. Our Click N Lock jump rings are handcrafted by our team, while our other domestically manufactured jump ring styles are produced by machine.
Whether you need everyday jewelry-making essentials or specialized components, JK Findings provides the precious metal jewelry findings, manufacturing expertise, and dependable service that jewelry professionals have trusted since 1975.
Explore more of our findings with our catalogs to find additional components for your next design.
Frequently Asked Questions About Jump Rings
What is the difference between open and closed jump rings?
Open jump rings have an opening that allows them to be attached to other jewelry components. Closed jump rings have a continuous, unbroken connection and are commonly used where a permanent link is desired.
What metals are available for wholesale jump rings?
JK Findings offers jump rings in a variety of metals, including 1/20 14K gold filled, 1/20 14K rose gold filled, .925 sterling silver, yellow gold, and white gold. Availability varies by style.
What gauge jump ring should I use?
Jump ring gauge refers to the thickness of the wire used to make the ring. The best gauge depends on your jewelry design, the components being connected, and the desired appearance and strength. JK Findings offers a variety of gauges to accommodate different applications. Our most popular gauge sizes are 22 and 24! Find additional measurements under each product description.
Are JK Findings jump rings made in the USA?
Nearly all JK Findings jump rings are made in the USA. Our Click N Lock jump rings are handcrafted at our Rochester, New York facility, while our other domestically manufactured jump ring styles are produced by machine. Select styles are sourced internationally.
What are Click N Lock jump rings?
Click N Lock jump rings are a popular JK Findings style that are individually handcrafted at our Rochester, NY facility. They offer an alternative to traditional jump ring styles and are part of our domestic manufacturing collection.
Find the Right Jump Rings for Your Next Design
From everyday open and closed jump rings to our handcrafted Click N Lock styles, JK Findings offers the wholesale jewelry components you need to bring your designs together.
Explore our collection and discover the quality, selection, and service that jewelry professionals have trusted since 1975.
Find the right jewelry components for your next collection with JK Findings, your trusted source for wholesale jewelry supplies and precious metal findings.