Keep it long, treasure it long.

Will not change for decades

STUDEBAKER METALS brass necklace with a vintage taste that has been used for many years. The top, with a heavy and circular disc motif, has a matte finish that is neither coated nor polished, giving the chest a solid presence.

What supports such a top casually is a long ball chain using "Silver 925", a real silver boasting beautiful brilliance and high strength. Silver 925, also known as Sterling Silver, means "worthy" or "genuine". The content of silver is 92.5%, but if it is 100% silver, the strength is too weak to make a product, so it is made by mixing the maximum amount of silver and metals such as copper, and it is treated as "sterling silver" even in Japan. You can feel the attention to detail in STUDEBAKER METALS.

Made with an old fashion method

Metal accessories are generally made by pouring metal into a mold like a casting, but STUDEBAKER METALS items are forged by hitting rod-shaped metal materials one by one with a hammer. ) Is made. The process of repeatedly hitting with a hammer is not only for forming the product, but also for making the crystal of the material finer and adjusting the direction of the crystal to increase the strength. Forging, which produces a quality that is different from casting and shaving, has long been used to make things that must have excellent strength, such as blades and armor, and in recent years it has also been used for automobile parts and aircraft parts. It is tough enough to withstand impact and continuous wear.

There are two types of forging, [mold forging] that applies pressure using a die and [free forging] that forms with a hammer, etc., and STUDEBAKER METALS items are made by free forging. It has been. While mold forging can mass-produce the same thing, free forging requires skill and can only be produced in small quantities, it is a gem like a treasure.

People gain various experiences over time. The STUDEBAKER METALS brass necklace will be close to such a life, and the texture will increase over time with people. By wiping it with a soft cloth and performing maintenance, you can enjoy a deep shine for decades to come.

It is easy to hang around your neck and has a warmth that is unique to handmade products. Its genderless design makes it a great gift for your partner, such as Valentine's Day or birthday gifts, regardless of whether you are a man or a woman.

Manufacturing that is not influenced by time or gender

STUDEBAKER METALS was created in November 2013 by two skilled metalworkers, Michael Studebaker & Alyssa Catalano. Michael Studebaker used classic manufacturing methods and materials to create everyday crafts, offering products for brands and businesses around the world. Alyssa Catalano is involved in product design as a jewelery buyer, while experiencing cheap and mass-produced jewelery production sites with metal casting. She came across the traditional craftsmanship of metalworker Michael Studebaker when she had mixed feelings about being touted for simple jewelry that was easy to attach to in line with the rapidly changing fashion trends. rice field. Unlike those mass-produced by machines, I was impressed by the deep love for goldsmithing, and the two of us started the brand with the aim of making things that are timeless.