Calithe Cuban Chain V2 — Waterproof, Sweatproof & Tarnish Test Report
Detailed Analysis: Waterproof & 316L Test
Can you wear the Calithe Cuban Chain V2 in the shower, at the gym, or in the rain? Yes. Constructed from 316L surgical-grade stainless steel and finished with vacuum Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), the Cuban Chain V2 is 100% waterproof and sweatproof for everyday wear.
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Unlike cheap brass or copper-alloy jewelry that oxidizes and leaves green rings on your skin, 316L stainless steel is non-reactive and hypoallergenic. Even after months of sweat and water exposure, the finish retains its crisp metallic luster.
Technical Specifications Table
| Base Metal | 316L Surgical-Grade Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Plating | PVD 18K Gold / Rhodium Vacuum Plating |
| Waterproof | 100% Waterproof, Sweatproof & Heatproof |
| Skin Safety | Hypoallergenic — Never Turns Skin Green |
| Durability | Scratch, Fade & Tarnish Resistant |
