How to Repair a Broken Necklace Clasp using a Fold-Over End Crimp with Loop

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Introducción

This guide focuses on fixing broken necklace clasps by using a fold-over end crimp with a loop. Clasps are an important piece that keeps the necklace secured when being worn.

To follow this step-by-step guide, some prior experience in jewelry creation/repairs may be needed. However, it is open to all individuals of different skill levels.

This guide requires the following:

Necklace
Fold-over end crimp with a loop
Pliers (use cautiously to avoid injury to fingers)

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1. Paso 1 How to Repair a Broken Necklace Clasp using a Fold-Over End Crimp with Loop
  Remove the outer wing of the old end crimp using pliers.
  
  You can use any pliers, but diagonal cutting pliers work best for quick removal.
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2. Paso 2
  Remove the inner wing of the old end crimp.
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3. Paso 3
  Create a loop with the end of the necklace.
  
  Place the loop against the inside of the new end crimp.
  
  Adjust the placement of the end crimp as needed.
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5. Paso 4
  Fold over one of the end crimp wings with nosed pliers.
  
  Make sure the wing lays as flat as possible.
  
  Avoid pinching yourself by keeping your fingers away from the plier hinges.
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6. Paso 5
  Fold over the other crimp wing.
  
  Make sure the wing lays as flat as possible.
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7. Paso 6
  Attach a jump ring to the end crimp's loop.
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8. Paso 7
  Attach a necklace clasp to the same jump ring.
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9. Paso 8
  Close the jump ring using pliers.
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