Free Instruction

Below I've compiled a list of links that I found useful for chainmaille learning.



CGMaille

You can't print any of these tutorials, but you can always go back to the site and view them whenever you need to. There are a lot of different weaves on here, some I've seen no where else. All illustrated in 3D computer graphics. Great resource.

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M.A.I.L - Mail Artisans International League

If it's not already, this should be your first stop for just about any kind of weave you could possibly imagine.

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Kitco

You'll definitely need this - B&S gauge to inch (and mm) conversion table. B&S Gauges (Brown and Sharpe), also known as American Wire Gauge (AWG).

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The Chain Mail Guy

This website has some very useful tools, including a wire gauge conversion table in 5 different gauge systems and a fraction/decimal/inch/mm table.

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Jewelry Supply.com

Box Chain tutorial video
Byzantine Chain tutorial video

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Novus Design Co.

A huge aspect ratio chart with ID (inside diameter) ring sizes and their aspect ratio.

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Precious Maille

Recommended ring sizes for various weaves according to their material (sterling, copper, etc.)

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The Chainmail Basket

They have a chart with common weaves and their corresponding AR ranges. Very handy! While you're there, check out the gallery. They do some amazing stuff with rings!