I understand the urge to save money—we all do. But opting for cheap men's necklaces can backfire, as I discovered the hard way. Don't repeat my errors. Learn from my experience, and you'll wind up with a necklace you're happy to wear.
Here’s where I went wrong in my attempt to save a little cash.
My first error was focusing solely on price. I picked the least expensive men's necklaces I could find, thinking, "How bad could a simple necklace be?" As it turned out, pretty bad. Inexpensive materials often lead to poor construction—the clasp on the first one broke within a week.
I didn’t even check what the necklace was made of; I just wanted something that looked cool in the photos.
Verdict: Don't judge by price alone. It's often a clear indicator of quality—or the lack of it.
I paid no attention to materials or how the necklace was put together. Was it stainless steel? An alloy? I had no idea, and I didn't bother to find out. That was a major oversight. Cheap alloys can cause skin irritation and lose their shine quickly. Stainless steel is a more reliable choice, and sterling silver works well if you aren't overly active while wearing it.
Key factors to keep in mind:
Verdict: Always review the materials and construction details before buying.
I didn't read a single review. I saw a photo I liked and clicked "buy" right away. If I had glanced at the reviews, I would have noticed complaints about breakage, tarnishing, or items not matching their advertised appearance.