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3mm Wheat Chain
Silver / 51 cm
$159.99 NZD
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Stainless steel · Wheat (keel) chain
3mm Wheat Chain
For the man who does what he said he would
$159.99 NZD
51 cm · sits just below the collarbone
Atlas fit
Find your chain length
Two minutes with a strip of paper or a soft tape and you will order the right size first time.
Shown in centimetresWhere each length sits
| Length | Sits at |
|---|---|
| 41 cm | Base of the neck |
| 46 cm | Collarbone |
| 51 cm | Just below the collarbone |
| 56 cm | Upper chest |
| 61 cm | Mid-chest |
| 66 cm | Lower chest |
| 71-81 cm | Around the sternum |
Measure at home in 2 minutes
You need a strip of paper (or a string or shoelace), a pen and a ruler.
- Take a string or a shoelace and mark on it the length you are considering, for example 56 cm.
- Hold the two marks together at the back of your neck, wearing the kind of top you usually wear.
- Look in a mirror: the lowest point of the string is where the chain will sit.
- Too high or too low? Try 5 cm more or less: that is one size up or down.
Already own a chain you like? Lay it flat, clasp closed, and measure it end to end. A broad neck or chest makes every length sit a little higher.
No ruler? A bank card is 8.6 cm long: count how many fit along your strip.
Start with your t-shirt size
| T-shirt | Close to the neck | Over a tee |
|---|---|---|
| S | 46 cm | 51 cm |
| M | 51 cm | 56 cm |
| L | 51 cm | 56-61 cm |
| XL | 56 cm | 61 cm |
| XXL + | 56-61 cm | 61-66 cm |
Chain width
2-3 mmDiscreet, pendant chains
4-5 mmEveryday on its own
6-8 mmNoticeable, bolder look
9 mm +Statement piece
Still unsure? Message us with your measurement and we will tell you which size to order.
- 100% waterproof
- Won't turn skin green
- Order processed within 24 hours
- 1-year warranty
- Free shipping over $133 NZD
- 30-day returns
He does what he said, every time, and needs no audience.
His word has never needed a witness, and the people closest to him know it. A 3mm wheat chain in stainless steel: four strands of links interlock into a dense, rounded rope that catches the light. Silver-tone or gold-tone, in 20, 24 or 28 in.
A tight weave that holds up with him.
A dense weave keeps sweat and shower water close to the metal. Stainless steel does not rust and does not turn your skin green. You need no special care. Silver-tone is the steel's natural shine. Gold-tone is a plating over it.
Atlas never asked for applause. He just held. So does he, and it shows.
Details & specs
MaterialStainless steel
Chain styleWheat (keel) chain
Width3mm
Length20, 24 or 28 in
FinishPolished silver-tone or gold-tone
ClosureLobster clasp
The chain is stainless steel in a wheat weave, also called a keel chain. Four strands of links interlock into a dense, rounded rope that stays flexible and drapes evenly instead of twisting flat. Stainless steel does not rust, so daily wear, sweat, showers and the sea need no special treatment.
The surface is polished, so the braid picks up light along its whole length rather than in one bright spot. Silver-tone is the steel's natural shine; gold-tone is a plated finish. It closes with a lobster clasp and a solid ring. At 3mm it is wide enough to be seen and slim enough to layer.
How to wear it
Wear it alone over a plain white or black tee for the simplest version. Under an open collar shirt it frames the neckline without competing, and it pairs well with a steel watch or a leather band on the wrist. At 3mm it also layers cleanly under or over a longer chain or a pendant.
Choosing your size
20" (50 cm) sits at the base of the neck, just below the collarbone, the easiest length under a collar. 24" (60 cm) rests on the upper chest and shows well over a tee. 28" (70 cm) drops further down for a longer, relaxed line or for hanging a pendant. If he has a broader neck or chest, size up one step from the length you had in mind.
Why this piece
Quiet texture, steady presence
The braided wheat pattern gives depth and movement where a flat curb chain just shines. It tells people he does not need to be loud.
Made to stay on
Stainless steel does not rust and does not turn your skin green, so he can wear it every day without a second thought. The lobster clasp keeps it closed all day.
For himself or as a gift
For a partner, a brother or a father who wears the same thing every day. 24 in is the most versatile length, and you have 30 days to return it.
Shipping & delivery
Free tracked shipping over $133 NZD
Below that, a flat tracked rate is shown at checkout.
- 1Order confirmedYou get an email straight away.Today
- 2Order processedEach piece packed on its own, tracking link by email.Within 24 hours
- 3At your doorDelivery times vary by country.
Returns
30 days to return
Any unworn piece in its original packaging, refunded in full to your original payment method. Return shipping is at your expense, except for a defective or wrong item.
Wrong size
Changed your mind
Not what you expected
- 1Contact usSend us a message with your order number.Within 30 days
- 2Send it backWe reply with the return steps.
- 3RefundedIn full, once the piece is back with us.
Wrong size? Order the size you need and return the other one within 30 days.
Warranty & care
1-year warranty
Against manufacturing defects. See how the warranty works.
Put it on lastAfter perfume and lotion.
Made for everyday wearSteel and tungsten won't rust in the shower, gym, pool or sea. Keep leather pieces dry.
Store pieces apartSo they do not scratch each other.
Soft, dry clothA quick wipe keeps the finish bright.
Questions
Does sea water or sweat harm the 3mm wheat braid?
No. Stainless steel does not rust, so sweat, showers and the sea need no special treatment. Dry it after a swim so the four interlocked strands stay bright.
Can it carry a pendant?
Yes. The 3mm braid takes a pendant well; choose 24" or 28" so it hangs on the chest rather than at the throat.
Where do the 20, 24 and 28 in lengths of the 3mm wheat chain sit?
20" (50 cm) sits at the base of the neck, just below the collarbone, 24" (60 cm) rests on the upper chest and shows well over a tee, and 28" (70 cm) drops further for a relaxed line or a pendant.
What is a keel chain?
Another name for the wheat chain: four strands of links interlocked into a dense, rounded rope.
What does the 3mm wheat chain pair with on the wrist?
A steel watch or a leather band. Silver-tone is the steel's natural shine and suits steel; gold-tone is a plated finish for a warmer look.
Is there an 18 in length?
No. It comes in 20, 24 or 28 in, and 20 in sits at the base of the neck, just below the collarbone.
How does the clasp close?
A lobster clasp hooks onto a solid ring at the other end, easy to check before you leave the house.
Wheat chain or box chain?
A box chain is crisp and square. A wheat chain is round and braided, so it picks up light along its whole length.
Good Christmas gifts for men under $100 that aren't a gadget
Two land under $100: the 3mm Wheat Chain in Stainless Steel in silver-tone or gold-tone, and the Titanium Steel Curb Link Bracelet. Both are steel and can go through a shower. Order early, since delivery is 7 to 14 business days in the US, and tracked shipping is free from $75.
What is a wheat chain and who is it for?
A wheat chain is braided from four strands of links into a dense, rounded rope that drapes smoothly. It suits a man who wants texture without the weight of a Cuban. Try the 3mm Wheat Chain in Stainless Steel for a slim look, or the Silver Wheat Chain in Titanium Steel in widths from 3 to 7.5mm.
I'm slim with a thin neck, what chain width won't look oversized?
Stay around 3 to 4mm. The 3mm Wheat Chain in Stainless Steel and the Polished Cuban Chain in Titanium Steel in 3mm both lie close and neat. Then add width later if you want it bolder.
I have $150 for a gift: one big piece or two smaller ones?
Two smaller pieces usually give him more to wear, and a matching pair looks planned. The 3mm Wheat Chain in Stainless Steel and the Wheat Chain Bracelet in Stainless Steel in 3mm share the same wheat weave and stay within $150 together. For one big piece, the 9mm Cuban Link Chain in Titanium Steel is a 9mm Cuban with real weight. With Buy 2, get the 3rd free (offers can change), a third piece is free.
Can he use a gift card on the Buy 2, get the 3rd free offer?
Yes. The Atlas Gift Card is good on every piece, including Buy 2, get the 3rd free, so he can choose three items and the least expensive is free (offers can change). It goes by email on the date you pick. A starting trio he could build is the 3mm Wheat Chain in Stainless Steel, the Braided Steel Bracelet, Magnetic Clasp and a ring.
