Jaxxon

Jaxxon Review: Validating the Hype

Men's jewelry used to have two options. You could buy cheap, plated chains at the mall kiosk that turned your neck green in a week. Or you could spend $2,000 on a solid gold chain at a jeweler. There was no middle ground.

Jaxxon entered the market to fill that gap. They claim to sell "gold bonded" chains that look and feel like solid gold but cost under $200. They have aggressive marketing. They have celebrity endorsements. But do they have a quality product?

This review analyzes exactly what "gold bonded" means and whether Jaxxon is worth your money.

What Does "Gold Bonded" Actually Mean?

This is the most confusing part of their marketing. "Gold bonded" is a fancy term for heavy gold plating over sterling silver (925 silver). It is not solid gold. If you melt a Jaxxon chain down, you will mostly get silver.

However, it is significantly better than standard gold plating.

• Standard Plating (The Cheap Stuff): A thin layer of gold (0.1 microns) over brass or copper. It wears off quickly and the base metal causes skin irritation.
• Jaxxon Gold Bonded (Vermeil): A thick layer of 14k gold (over 2.5 microns) over solid 925 sterling silver.

Because the base is silver, not brass, the chain has weight. It does not feel like plastic or cheap metal. If the gold layer eventually wears thin (which takes years of heavy use), the silver underneath will not irritate your skin.

The Cuban Link Test

The Cuban Link chain is the bread and butter of the men's jewelry world. We examined Jaxxon's 5mm Cuban Link chain.

The Look: Jaxxon uses 14k gold for their bonding. This is crucial. Many cheap chains use 18k or 24k plating, which looks too yellow and fake. 14k has a subtler, cooler tone that matches the solid gold chains most men wear in the US.

The Feel: It feels substantial. A solid gold chain of the same size would be heavier (gold is denser than silver), but the difference is only noticeable if you hold them side-by-side. On the neck, it drapes correctly and stays flat.

The Clasp: This is often where cheap chains fail. Jaxxon uses a custom-branded box lock clasp. It clicks shut with a satisfying snap and has a double safety latch. It does not feel flimsy.

Jaxxon vs. GLD vs. The Rest

The primary competitor to Jaxxon is GLD (The GLD Shop). Both target the same demographic. The difference is manufacturing.

Jaxxon manufactures in Italy. Italy is the global standard for chain making. The links are tighter, the polish is smoother, and the overall construction is superior. GLD offers a cheaper price point, but the quality drop-off is noticeable.

Pros and Cons

FAQ

Is Jaxxon real gold?

Jaxxon sells both solid gold and gold-bonded jewelry. Their most popular "gold bonded" items are not solid gold. They are 925 sterling silver coated in a thick layer of 14k gold. This is high-quality vermeil, but it is not solid gold.

Will Jaxxon turn my neck green?

No. Green skin comes from copper or nickel reacting with sweat. Jaxxon uses sterling silver as the base metal, which is hypoallergenic and does not turn skin green. Even if the gold layer wears down, the silver underneath is safe.

Can I shower with my Jaxxon chain?

You can, but you should not. Water, soap, and shampoo will not ruin the chain immediately, but they will accelerate the wear of the gold bonding layer. To keep the chain looking new for years, take it off before showering or swimming in the ocean.

Final Verdict

Jaxxon is the best option in the "affordable luxury" category. If you have $2,000, buy a solid gold chain. It is an asset that holds value. But if you have $150 and want a chain that looks $2,000, buy Jaxxon. The quality control and Italian manufacturing put them a tier above the standard streetwear jewelry brands.