A broken necklace or chain is one of the most frustrating jewelry mishaps — especially when it happens to a piece you wear every day or one with sentimental value. The good news is that most chain repairs are quick, affordable fixes. At Watch Technicians in Creve Coeur, necklace and chain repairs start at just $20, and many are completed the same day.
Types of Necklace and Chain Repairs We Handle
Chain Soldering
The most common chain repair is a simple break where one or more links have separated. Our jeweler solders the broken link back together, creating a bond that’s as strong as the original. The repair is polished smooth so you can’t see where the break occurred. We solder gold, silver, and platinum chains of all types.
Clasp Replacement
A clasp that doesn’t close properly puts your entire necklace at risk. We replace worn, broken, or weak clasps with new ones that match the style and metal of your chain. For dedicated necklace clasp repair information, including all clasp types we work with — lobster claw, spring ring, toggle, barrel, and box clasps — visit our clasp repair page.
Chain Shortening and Lengthening
Want your necklace to sit higher or lower? We can remove links to shorten a chain or add an extension to lengthen it. This is a common request for inherited necklaces that don’t sit at the preferred length.
Link Repair and Reinforcement
Sometimes a chain doesn’t fully break but develops a weak or stretched link. We can reinforce weakened sections to prevent future breaks, saving you from a more costly repair down the road.
Pendant Bail Repair
If the bail (the loop that connects a pendant to the chain) is bent, cracked, or broken, we can repair or replace it so your pendant hangs properly and securely.
Chain Types We Repair
We work on all common chain styles, including rope chains, box chains, curb and Cuban link chains, figaro chains, cable chains, snake chains, herringbone chains, and wheat chains. Whether your chain is a delicate 14k gold rope or a heavy sterling silver Cuban link, we have the tools and expertise to repair it. We also handle bracelet repair and sizing for broken clasps and damaged links on all bracelet styles.
How to Prevent Future Chain Breaks
Some chain breaks are just bad luck, but many can be prevented with a little care:
- Remove necklaces before sleeping — tossing and turning puts stress on chains, especially delicate ones.
- Take off jewelry before exercise — sweat and movement can weaken links over time.
- Store chains individually — tangled chains can kink and weaken.
- Get regular inspections — we can spot weak spots before they become breaks. Our ultrasonic cleaning service is free and gives us a chance to inspect your piece.
- Avoid exposing chains to chemicals — chlorine, perfume, and cleaning products can weaken metal.
Visit Us for Necklace Repair in St. Louis
Watch Technicians — Creve Coeur
11483 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(314) 513-8455
We serve customers from across the St. Louis metro area, including Clayton, Ladue, University City, Brentwood, Kirkwood, Des Peres, Chesterfield, and beyond. Visit our Creve Coeur jewelry repair shop page for directions and parking details.
For our full range of jewelry services, visit our Jewelry Repair in St. Louis hub page.
Walk in today — chain repairs starting at $20, many completed same day.