What are lever back ear wires?
Leverback earrings are earrings with a hinged, closed mechanism at the top. The appearance is similar to that of a french wire, but the metal has a lever that closes off the loop.
What are leverback hooks?
Leverback earring findings (occasionally called French clips) are a secure style of ear wire that won’t fall out the way earring hooks can. This means they’re great for making higher-end jewelry, vintage-style jewelry, and jewelry with sentimental value.
Are lever back earrings good?
Comfort. Some hook earrings irritate the skin behind your earlobes with their sharp ends. Leverback earrings close completely, leaving no rough edges near your sensitive neck and ears. Leverback earrings are rounded in the back so they are comfortable even while you are lying down, jogging and having your hair styled.
What is a French back on an earring?
A French clip is a type of earring backing in which an open, wire clip fits over a post and against the earlobe. French clip backed earrings normally prevent the ear from bending downward at an unflattering angle.
What are the different types of earring backs?
The Different Types of Earring Backs
- Clip Earrings.
- French Clip (AKA Omega)
- Jumbo Backs.
- French Wires (AKA Fish Hooks)
- Ball Backs.
- Push Backs (AKA Butterfly Backs, Post Backs, or Friction Earring Backs)
- Screw Backs.
- Latch Backs (AKA Hinge with notched post, Click-Top, or Snap Back)
What is the best gauge wire for earrings?
With earrings, 20-22 gauge is perfect. I like to work with thicker wires because they hold their shape so well, so my first choice would be 20 gauge silver wire.
What does lever back mean?
A leverback is the enclosure of an earring. They are made for pierced ears. The back is often curved like a fish hook. The enclosure bends and latches behind the ear.