I actually purchased a GLD chain about 7 or so years ago when I didn’t really have the money to purchase real jewelry, and I’m going to be honest.. I wore that thing basically every day for 2 years straight and it never faded on me. Which was crazy to me because i owned a plated pendant once and that thing faded in less then a month. Like he said, they make nice pieces especially if it’s just something you want to wear to the club or on the weekends. I respect that he is keeping it real and not just hating on the company because that’s what most other jewelers would do.
The best option for these are those made of double plated silver, so you get weight and are actually wearing precious metals. €200 gets you a pretty great chain that lasts quite a few years, and silver won’t tarnish under gold.
@@PocketUauthats dumb. If u want to wear silver buy silver. If u want to wear gold buy gold. Theres no reason to buy fake shit if u cant afford gold then u buy silver.
Great video and much respect for not absolutely destroying this chain in the review. I have one of your GOS pieces and looking at this thing VS what I got from you I can definitely say your GOS Cubans are top tier
I can't lie, I got gifted a chain from shop GLD, and I wear it none stop it's a rope chain and it fools everyone when I'm swimming or out balling it's looks really good light gold color to it, showers and all for two years same exact color
I respect that this guy didn’t just bash the company the entire time with him being a real jeweler. Much respect man you have earned a subscriber from me!
I enjoyed the way you shared your experience, knowledge and insights on this video. Very generous to the maker, professional and accessible to your audience. 10 of 10 for you and YOUR chains.
Their pieces are perfect for large events and clubs when you’re usually concerned about an expensive piece breaking or possibly getting robbed, you only out a couple hundred rather than a couple grand, put the real pieces in a safe and bring out occasionally
I just ordered one, I'm not rich so the price point was good for me which is one reason I went with them. Nice review, I may look into your stuff as well.
Customers are paying for all the fancy packaging just like they do at Cartier!! I would rather have a lower price than have to pay for everyone's fancy packaging!! Nothing is free in this world folks!! Excellent review!!
I worked as a metal finisher for a few years and one of my applications was nickel plating and man it’s terrible for human skin in many cases causing irritation and exposure can damage your lungs and other organs and is known to be cancerous. Main reasons why nickel is used in most applications is for corrosion resistance and adding thickness to surfaces and it’s inexpensive.
Great video.I think I might have even mentioned on a past video this was missing out of the review space on UA-cam.An actual jeweler giving his perspective and what it may be we are actually getting into when buying these items.
I’ve been looking for a genuine review and I’ve found one right here I bought GLD but I didn’t know would it turn my neck green would it tarnish? But all the ones I see on TikTok say you can take it into the shower and they say you can use it while playing sports with it on but there were other ones where they would make it seem like a genuine review and make it seem like there honest but never actually talk about the down side a little bit and they would still make sure you click on there link to buy with GLD so there making it look so good so they can make money. Thank you for being honest
I have had a GLD chain for a little over a year and wear it daily. I have yet to notice any fading in the plating or anything at all. It's cheaply produced but it is a high quality product for the price. If you can afford the legit jewelry then definitely go for it but if not GLD is a great alternative in my opinion.
So I own that exact chain jus a bit smaller. I don’t wear it to be flashy, i usually keep it tucked but I wear it cus I’ve been wearing a gold chain for as long as I can remember and I feel weird without one, but I can say I’ve worn it everyday since I’ve got it and there’s no green neck goin on. I’m forsure upgrading to a nicer one when the moneys there but for now it works. Great video btw, super informative
Can tell urs humble guy can’t wait to see u succeed not a lot of people can shit on their own creation but it’s alright u can tell when someone wants to get better and is a humble hardworking fella. Gob bless u for generations to come. 💯💯
I bought a 13.5MM gold plated, sterling silver (925) curb link from Harlembling like 8 months ago, and I never tested it, but recently I decided to touch a magnet to it, and there is a very feint reaction (its a weak reaction but its a reaction). Should 925 plated in gold react to a magnet at all?
No, unless it has a lobster clasp then only the clasp should be because of the spring inside it. Gold or sterling silver are non-ferris meaning non magnetic
lol when he did the side by side wearing both they looked the same to me. im not a jeweler tho so i dont have an eye for these things. but just that one clip sold me on the cheaper one. 14:34
You said it’s a good alternative who may not want to spend 4,5,600 but bro a 5mm solid chain is like 3k at least depending on length. I don’t see any $500 chains on your site just sayin’
Although I only wear solid 14k I actually know somebody that has stainless steel plated gold and it looks good don’t know how long it’s going to last but I’m thinking about getting my 14yo a gld chain and pendant he likes my diamond cut Franco and lion pendant that I recently bought from jacoje so I’m going to surprise him with a gld chain and pendant I’m trying to decide on whether or not to just get him sterling silver from Luke Zion or gold plated jewelry from gld good review
Thank your for the review, its almost Christmas time and there's offers like buy 2 chains get 2 pendants free and as someone who's looking to purchase chains, this video was helpful, I won't buy them due to the nickle, and Chinese made.. that's a wish version company imo. Have you done a review on Jaxxon chains?
Great video, Informative and wasn’t bashing the company. I would say just invest in a real piece for longevity and it will hold its value. What size is the real Cuban you’re wearing in the video?
Thank your for the review, its almost Christmas time and there's offers like buy 2 chains get 2 pendants free and as someone who's looking to purchase chains, this video was helpful, I won't buy them due to the nickle, and Chinese made.. that's a wish version company imo. Now to go watch the jaxxon review lol.
Thank you for sharing all your knowledge. Def have my sights set on a 14K true Miami chain asap. This channel has been a very helpful source to keep me from wasting money on inferior quality chains.
@@lunisicit’s crazy I hear people say this but a lot of stuff we wear , eat , & drink is not all the way authentic but we draw the line on jewelry lol that’s crazy
Wish he would hav recommended other brands to buy in the similar price range. His brand is a bit too pricey to be buying as a supplement to the desired output of this reviewed chain ($500+)
Rather get heavy plated over solid silver. Least you getting an investment out of it. Or if your going the budget route. Gold tone stainless steel, titanium, tungsten, much better, healthier options...✌️
U know what a work day is right? Theyre not shipping out on a saturday or a sunday... so why would you expect to be able to order an over overnight friday evening and get it the next day? Plus its fake shit anyway 😂
Wow he said costume jewelry... That's straight up disrespect...... Then said it's for children what adults he knows spend hundreds of dollars on jewelry that's not rich or wealthy... The average man is not spending no more in a couple hundred.....
@Gus Villa Jewelry 304 Stainless Steel Alloy with 18K Gold Plating! Nickel is required for most stainless steel alloys of stainless steel, this particular alloy is called 18/8 solid, as the 18% represents the percentage that is Chromium and 8% is Nickel. If you use some sandpaper you can file enough of it down to get just the stainless alloy reading and this XRF Analyzer has a feature to show what stainless steel alloy it is! Nickel Barrier Metal is often used in brass or copper alloys for gold plating. The stainless steel jewelry is most often ion plated. Great Much Needed Educational Review! 🔥 Sincerely, TBBW🐺
I Think gus was being so generous here its horrible you compare this to gus gold over silver its on a completely completely different level it wouldnt even be worth comparing the 2
I actually purchased a GLD chain about 7 or so years ago when I didn’t really have the money to purchase real jewelry, and I’m going to be honest.. I wore that thing basically every day for 2 years straight and it never faded on me. Which was crazy to me because i owned a plated pendant once and that thing faded in less then a month. Like he said, they make nice pieces especially if it’s just something you want to wear to the club or on the weekends. I respect that he is keeping it real and not just hating on the company because that’s what most other jewelers would do.
The best option for these are those made of double plated silver, so you get weight and are actually wearing precious metals. €200 gets you a pretty great chain that lasts quite a few years, and silver won’t tarnish under gold.
@@PocketUauthats dumb. If u want to wear silver buy silver. If u want to wear gold buy gold. Theres no reason to buy fake shit if u cant afford gold then u buy silver.
Great video and much respect for not absolutely destroying this chain in the review. I have one of your GOS pieces and looking at this thing VS what I got from you I can definitely say your GOS Cubans are top tier
I can't lie, I got gifted a chain from shop GLD, and I wear it none stop it's a rope chain and it fools everyone when I'm swimming or out balling it's looks really good light gold color to it, showers and all for two years same exact color
Yep no fade
Same here
was it plated? or solid gold?
@@motionzzz plated
Yeah GLD has premium jewelry it’s worth the price for sure
I respect that this guy didn’t just bash the company the entire time with him being a real jeweler. Much respect man you have earned a subscriber from me!
Great review enjoying the content. I would like to see you review a Harlembling Cuban 925 the USA made one.
Mfer.... u already kno harlem bling some trash..
Got one actually not bad at all great polish good file but on my bracelet the figure & clasp broke but other than that good stuff
HarlemBling has the best 925 Cuban links
@@gulfgunner9829shop gld is trash Harlem bling ain’t to bad tbh lol
I enjoyed the way you shared your experience, knowledge and insights on this video. Very generous to the maker, professional and accessible to your audience. 10 of 10 for you and YOUR chains.
Their pieces are perfect for large events and clubs when you’re usually concerned about an expensive piece breaking or possibly getting robbed, you only out a couple hundred rather than a couple grand, put the real pieces in a safe and bring out occasionally
Great review. Honest and informative. Those GLD chains have a market, start there and move up
He's humble. I'm here for it
U should do an in-depth review of your own gold over silver chains that would be dope.
I just ordered one, I'm not rich so the price point was good for me which is one reason I went with them. Nice review, I may look into your stuff as well.
Customers are paying for all the fancy packaging just like they do at Cartier!! I would rather have a lower price than have to pay for everyone's fancy packaging!! Nothing is free in this world folks!!
Excellent review!!
Cartier can gain value that’s the difference.
I’ve bought a few of their chains and showed them on my channel as well. I know they are made over seas but I really do like most of what they offer.
I worked as a metal finisher for a few years and one of my applications was nickel plating and man it’s terrible for human skin in many cases causing irritation and exposure can damage your lungs and other organs and is known to be cancerous. Main reasons why nickel is used in most applications is for corrosion resistance and adding thickness to surfaces and it’s inexpensive.
@WatchTheseCharactersright wtf😂😂😂
So wtf are you saying? Is that what they use??? ANSWER
Bruh if y’all would watch the video there’s nickel in the gld chains 🤣
@@jrstaccin7893 right
I’ve wore mine for 3+ years never taken it off and still looks just like when I got it for my anniversary
What kind did you get? I’m thinking of getting the Micro Diamond 6mm white gold. Idk if I can sleep with it, shower, or swim with it. Any advice?
Did it leave any green on your skin from the nickel?
@@andrewvisser7391I was thinking the same style bro...but I was gonna add a pendant.
What a shitty anniversary gift, was it ur 6 month of going steady with ur girlfriend? 😂
@@Normalguygolf it's plated steel. Got multiple big and small none have ever scraped through left marks or faded
Ive been wearing a gld gold rope for about 3 years everyday.. looks as good as the forst day i got it.. no green neck
Do you shower and swim with it or take it off when dealing with water?
@@XilqzI swim with mine never changed the color or gave me a green neck
did you guys buy the gold plated? or sold gold?
@@motionzzz I got plated and I swim and shower with it daily never had a issue with the jewelry getting ruined
@@Califunk okay! thank you. i’m probably going to buy me one tonight then lol
Gus love the videos you been making! Can we please get one on your gold over silver pieces 🙌🏼
Great video.I think I might have even mentioned on a past video this was missing out of the review space on UA-cam.An actual jeweler giving his perspective and what it may be we are actually getting into when buying these items.
I’ve been looking for a genuine review and I’ve found one right here I bought GLD but I didn’t know would it turn my neck green would it tarnish? But all the ones I see on TikTok say you can take it into the shower and they say you can use it while playing sports with it on but there were other ones where they would make it seem like a genuine review and make it seem like there honest but never actually talk about the down side a little bit and they would still make sure you click on there link to buy with GLD so there making it look so good so they can make money. Thank you for being honest
I have had a GLD chain for a little over a year and wear it daily. I have yet to notice any fading in the plating or anything at all. It's cheaply produced but it is a high quality product for the price. If you can afford the legit jewelry then definitely go for it but if not GLD is a great alternative in my opinion.
@@slfitness7621do you have a rope or Cuban? Or something else?
I bought a Cuban from them like a year ago and it looked way better than the one you got. My links are super tight like an actual Miami Cuban
Sure
Yeah he's a plant for sure
I love my GLD CHAIN
Great video bro I appreciate the review I just got a gld gift thanks for the info keep up the great and honest review
I bought a 6mm solid 20in 10k cuban 51.6g from gold zenn out of Miami fla ever hear of them and know of their quality overall it looks awesome
I heard they only sell fake shit gold plated 😂
What brand of watches would you recommend that’s good gold plating and affordable?
Thankfully I like what I like and I’m not gonna drop a fortune to get approved by someone else.
I remember hearing multiple times, often times when you sell something “garbage” they hide its true value with nice packaging and added freebies.
🤔
GLD is legit
@@4820FIVEOHare you sure
So I own that exact chain jus a bit smaller. I don’t wear it to be flashy, i usually keep it tucked but I wear it cus I’ve been wearing a gold chain for as long as I can remember and I feel weird without one, but I can say I’ve worn it everyday since I’ve got it and there’s no green neck goin on. I’m forsure upgrading to a nicer one when the moneys there but for now it works. Great video btw, super informative
Can tell urs humble guy can’t wait to see u succeed not a lot of people can shit on their own creation but it’s alright u can tell when someone wants to get better and is a humble hardworking fella. Gob bless u for generations to come. 💯💯
i got a white gold rope chain from gld for christmas, i dont really wear chains that much but i really liked it
damn, you're honest and got hella good points! Keep reviewing bro!
Im the type of guy that likes to buy things once. Looking forward to stopping by your shop some day.
Are the cuban links gapped? I dont like that they are gapped like they are not welded closed?
I’ve had my chain for 3 years by them and still going to chips or color fading!!
I bought a 13.5MM gold plated, sterling silver (925) curb link from Harlembling like 8 months ago, and I never tested it, but recently I decided to touch a magnet to it, and there is a very feint reaction (its a weak reaction but its a reaction). Should 925 plated in gold react to a magnet at all?
No, unless it has a lobster clasp then only the clasp should be because of the spring inside it. Gold or sterling silver are non-ferris meaning non magnetic
Can you do a review “6ix ice” and “Jaxxon” Cuban link chains ?
I’ve bought a Cuban bracelet from Jaxxon. It faded after a month of wear. Never again. GLD is much better.
Stay away from plated jewelry unless its for a costume
Thats actually called a P.M.ID GUN. POSITIVE MATERIAL INDICATOR. I USED THESE TO IDENTIFY WELD COMPOSITION IN STAINLESS WELDING.
Haha mannn, I’ve heard it called so many names, precios metal analyzer, thermo gun, niton xlr, X-ray gun lol 🤣 finally I can call it the correct name!
Also precious metal indicator 😂
Oooo good for you, nobody asked
Have you tested Adamans yet? They are located in England. They’re stuff looks good but you have solid reviews on these online jewelry companies.
lol when he did the side by side wearing both they looked the same to me. im not a jeweler tho so i dont have an eye for these things. but just that one clip sold me on the cheaper one. 14:34
Love Gld Shop for the price it can’t be beat
INTRESTED IN YOUR GOLD OVER SILVER CUBANS HOW LONG DOES THE PLATING LAST DEFINITELY GOIN TO GRAB AND DO U OFFER SLEEK LOCKS💯💯💯
Shoot us a message on ig my bro!
@@gusvillajewelry FO SHO💯💯💯
Appreciate the opinion of a professional.
What size (mm and length) solid gold chain where you wearing in this video?
10 mm 24” !
@@gusvillajewelry Nice I cant wait to get my 10mm 20" Rhodium dipped you shipped it out a couple days ago i think it is now
Very well done video! I subbed so I can make sure to keep up!
Can you review the Seyer brand Mexican saint medals? The double sided ones
It’d be cool to see you review a goldfever piece. Knowing your history with them that would be interesting for sure
It’d be interesting for sure, but never gonna happen 🤣
Ya but who's got 9 months to wait for the chain 😮
@@who399 I got mine in 2 weeks bro, idk about that😂
You said it’s a good alternative who may not want to spend 4,5,600 but bro a 5mm solid chain is like 3k at least depending on length. I don’t see any $500 chains on your site just sayin’
Great video!! You are a awesome reviewer and very honest and cool🔥👌🏽
Been getting my stuff from gld for years definitely worth every dollar
Even gold plated? No fade etc?
@@xclueziz8131they only sell gold plated... they dont sell anything legit or any precious metals
@@xclueziz8131if you wear it in really hot weather after awhile it fades. Unless you get solid gold
I learn alot by just watching your video about nickel and so on great some want learn about jewelry stuff Greta video
I’ve been wanting a simple nice gold chain & I always heard of GLD. I’m deff gonna give it a shot cause they do have some nice pieces in there no lie!
Although I only wear solid 14k I actually know somebody that has stainless steel plated gold and it looks good don’t know how long it’s going to last but I’m thinking about getting my 14yo a gld chain and pendant he likes my diamond cut Franco and lion pendant that I recently bought from jacoje so I’m going to surprise him with a gld chain and pendant I’m trying to decide on whether or not to just get him sterling silver from Luke Zion or gold plated jewelry from gld good review
great review!!
Love your chain , what is mm and size ?
Literally wearing one on my profile 😂 but yes it’s a great quality chain to go out on the Weeknd’s with.
Whats the length of your cuban necklace
What’s the name/ style of the chain you got on ?
Thank your for the review, its almost Christmas time and there's offers like buy 2 chains get 2 pendants free and as someone who's looking to purchase chains, this video was helpful, I won't buy them due to the nickle, and Chinese made.. that's a wish version company imo. Have you done a review on Jaxxon chains?
Has he already done Zotic and their moissanite chains??
Great video, Informative and wasn’t bashing the company. I would say just invest in a real piece for longevity and it will hold its value. What size is the real Cuban you’re wearing in the video?
Wow, I learned a lot from your video, thanks for enlightening me! 💯
Thank your for the review, its almost Christmas time and there's offers like buy 2 chains get 2 pendants free and as someone who's looking to purchase chains, this video was helpful, I won't buy them due to the nickle, and Chinese made.. that's a wish version company imo. Now to go watch the jaxxon review lol.
Thank you for sharing all your knowledge. Def have my sights set on a 14K true Miami chain asap. This channel has been a very helpful source to keep me from wasting money on inferior quality chains.
Buying any chain is wasting your money
@@kimjongun2540😂 facts bro
Don’t settle for less bro. Can’t you how many times I’ve seen people sporting frosted chains that look so fake it’s hilarious.
Same for me I see this chain and pendent set I want..but don't want to waste my money on some trash bro
Had mine got years still looks good
Can you review a RGMNT chain?
Great video. Me personally, I can't wear plated gold and feel good about it
Yea i dont understand that shit at all, if you cant afford gold and still wanna floss buy silver. Why buy costume jewelry...
@@lunisicit’s crazy I hear people say this but a lot of stuff we wear , eat , & drink is not all the way authentic but we draw the line on jewelry lol that’s crazy
@@lunisictheir chains look like the real thing fool
Wish he would hav recommended other brands to buy in the similar price range. His brand is a bit too pricey to be buying as a supplement to the desired output of this reviewed chain ($500+)
Good review homie
Rather get heavy plated over solid silver. Least you getting an investment out of it. Or if your going the budget route. Gold tone stainless steel, titanium, tungsten, much better, healthier options...✌️
Thank you for the video I don’t have the money for a real one at the moment but this I guess will do for now 😅
Where can I buy a proper Miami Chain in London?
I dunno about that delivery time. I did overnight on a Friday, didn’t get here till Wednesday
U know what a work day is right? Theyre not shipping out on a saturday or a sunday... so why would you expect to be able to order an over overnight friday evening and get it the next day? Plus its fake shit anyway 😂
Can you try Balanzi?
Awesome Review :)
So does it have 18k gold or not?
Its plated what are u slow? Its fake jewelry what do u want to know
Can up review “Adaman’s” jewelry?
where can i order an actual real gold chain
The packaging is better than the chain
Jaxxon next pls🤙🏽
Does it turn your neck green
Yes
Can you do king ice next?
Guushop? A video because I bought some chains from them
That watch is more interesting than small chains
Wow he said costume jewelry... That's straight up disrespect...... Then said it's for children what adults he knows spend hundreds of dollars on jewelry that's not rich or wealthy... The average man is not spending no more in a couple hundred.....
Lmao somebody that buys fake gold chains is butthurt they heard facts 😂
Thank you for saving me money and my skin
Can you do Harlem bling vermeil ?
Can you do VibeSzn pieces???
Do a review on any chain from "Zotic"
Would like you to review a piece of jewelry from JACOJE jeweler and use that gun
His shit is overpriced wholesale chains from bangledesh nothing special
@Gus Villa Jewelry
304 Stainless Steel Alloy with 18K Gold Plating!
Nickel is required for most stainless steel alloys of stainless steel, this particular alloy is called 18/8 solid, as the 18% represents the percentage that is Chromium and 8% is Nickel.
If you use some sandpaper you can file enough of it down to get just the stainless alloy reading and this XRF Analyzer has a feature to show what stainless steel alloy it is!
Nickel Barrier Metal is often used in brass or copper alloys for gold plating.
The stainless steel jewelry is most often ion plated.
Great Much Needed Educational Review! 🔥
Sincerely,
TBBW🐺
I get my chains from Trax
Hey, do a review on their watches that they charge 500 1,000 for for that chain is trash for 150 that chain is worth $ 30 dollars
I Think gus was being so generous here its horrible you compare this to gus gold over silver its on a completely completely different level it wouldnt even be worth comparing the 2
I need a custom piece made please‼️💪🏽👀
do ice mob next
Do a Kingice jewelry pls
Just subscribed 🎉
Would like you to review a piece of jewelry from JACOJE jeweler
I fw this you definitely should do reviews for other companies Forsure
How can I mail you a brand new knife brotha every man needs a reliable one
What’s THIS guy website ?
I don't judge anyone who wants to shine.