Changing stud settings, from 3-prong martini to 8-prong or ?

[fonsecat]

Hi all,

I have 1.5 ctw studs from Whiteflash that I recently purchased in the 3-prong martini. While I love them, they are hurting my ears. I would like a setting that is lower profile, but more comfortable. Any recs? I'm considering the 8 prong, as well as the 6-prong crown setting. They also have a 3-prong basket setting, but generally I've been avoiding the basket settings since I prefer a lower profile setting. Any feedback or considerations? Appreciate your help.

 

[MissGotRocks]

Let me ask why are they hiring your ears? Are you trying to sleep in them? Are they drooping? Knowing why they hurt might give you a better answer to your dilemma.

I have the four prong basket setting in platinum. I didn’t want to take the chance of irritation with gold. I don’t think they sit any higher than the six or eight prong settings and they are less expensive as well. I prefer a setting with a flat bottom and the settings don’t dig into my ears and obviously don’t have a post to stretch my piercing. I do not wear them to sleep or shower in though.

 

[fonsecat]

Let me ask why are they hiring your ears? Are you trying to sleep in them? Are they drooping? Knowing why they hurt might give you a better answer to your dilemma.

I have the four prong basket setting in platinum. I didn’t want to take the chance of irritation with gold. I don’t think they sit any higher than the six or eight prong settings and they are less expensive as well. I prefer a setting with a flat bottom and the settings don’t dig into my ears and obviously don’t have a post to stretch my piercing. I do not wear them to sleep or shower in though.

Thanks so much for your swift response! I've had them since 9/27 and have been wearing them daily - not for sleeping or showering. I've never been able to sleep in earrings. These studs are platinum and I have jumbo backs so there isn't any drooping. I believe that the point of the prongs joining the rod of the stud is just causing irritation. It seems my ears are a little sensitive. I've been wearing them daily in hopes that my ears would get used to them, but I'm finding that the irritation and pain is significant enough that after a week I would prefer to try a different setting within my return window.

Helpful to receive your feedback on the baskets. I pivoted to looking at the 8 prong and they are significantly more expensive. Whiteflash has been very responsive, and have even offered a three-prong basket. I just need to make a decision and thought it would be helpful to hear from others with similar sized studs and different settings to weigh the options. Everything is beautiful! This is a big investment for me so just want to be happy with the new setting choice.

 

[MamaBear]

I have 2.0ctw studs in the 8 prong martini in platinum. I've found them to be very comfortable. I also have the jumbo backs. The setting is rounded at the bottom and I find it very comfortable!

 

[Heathcat24]

I have 1.4ctw studs from Whiteflash in the Sasha Primak 4 prong basket in platinum. They are very low profile and sit great on my ears! The settings were a little pricy, but my piercings are stretched and I needed a flat back. They will special order them for you!

 

[Lookinagain]

I have 2.0ctw studs in the 8 prong martini in platinum. I've found them to be very comfortable. I also have the jumbo backs. The setting is rounded at the bottom and I find it very comfortable!

I have 1.9 ctw studs in the 8 prong martini in white gold from WF and also find them very comfortable. I don't use jumbo backs, but do use backs that are larger than what might be typical. After getting this setting from WF I liked it enough to have my other studs which are 1.8 ctw set in the same style setting at my local jeweler (Stuller has one called 8 prong wire basket but it's the same) in a different color metal. I also think that they are very low profile.

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[NonieMarie]

I have 1.80 ctw studs that I bought preloved in a basic 4-prong basket. I switched them out to a 6-prong cathedral Stuller setting. WF would not sell me their $475 settings because I did not buy the stones from them. I went to my local jeweler and bought the settings for $300 and paid $100 to set. They have a flat back and are very comfortable. I wear them every day.

 

[MamaBear]

I have 1.9 ctw studs in the 8 prong martini in white gold from WF and also find them very comfortable. I don't use jumbo backs, but do use backs that are larger than what might be typical. After getting this setting from WF I liked it enough to have my other studs which are 1.8 ctw set in the same style setting at my local jeweler (Stuller has one called 8 prong wire basket but it's the same) in a different color metal. I also think that they are very low profile.

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Im really glad to know Stuller has an identical option! I asked Whiteflash about setting some smaller CBI studs. They said I could purchase their setting and would need to have them set by my own jeweler. Can you post a pick of them?

 

[Lookinagain]

Im really glad to know Stuller has an identical option! I asked Whiteflash about setting some smaller CBI studs. They said I could purchase their setting and would need to have them set by my own jeweler. Can you post a pick of them?

Sure. I happen to be wearing them now so easy (but not so clean)



And I took side by side picture with my ACA's in the WF setting. There is a slight difference but really, not much.



Here's the stuller link. I showed my local jeweler and he ordered the mounting and set my stones. It was a few years ago, but I recall that it was for a very reasonable price all in.

14K White 5 mm Round 8-Prong Wire Basket Earring Mounting

1913 / 14K White / Unset / Round / Each / 5mm :: 1/2 CT / Friction / Friction Back Sold Separately / 8-prong / Semi-Polished / Wire Basket Solitaire Stud Earring

www.stuller.com

 

[MamaBear]

Thank you!!!

 

[Lookinagain]

Thank you!!!

You're welcome. The WF prongs are less bulky, but if that is an issue for you, I assume your jeweler could shave down the Stuller prongs a bit. Although in real life, they don't look bulky to me so I didn't bother.

 

[ashdawnp]

I have 2.0ctw studs in the 8 prong martini in platinum. I've found them to be very comfortable. I also have the jumbo backs. The setting is rounded at the bottom and I find it very comfortable!

Can we see a picture of your studs rounded at bottom?

 

[MamaBear]

@ashdawnp, here is the setting I have from Whiteflash

8 Prong Martini Diamond Earrings--Ready Set To Go | 1548

8 Prong Martini Diamond Earrings - Ready Set To Go. Eight prongs holding the sparkle of your love. | 1548

www.whiteflash.com

 

[chere]

Sure. I happen to be wearing them now so easy (but not so clean)



And I took side by side picture with my ACA's in the WF setting. There is a slight difference but really, not much.



Here's the stuller link. I showed my local jeweler and he ordered the mounting and set my stones. It was a few years ago, but I recall that it was for a very reasonable price all in.

14K White 5 mm Round 8-Prong Wire Basket Earring Mounting

1913 / 14K White / Unset / Round / Each / 5mm :: 1/2 CT / Friction / Friction Back Sold Separately / 8-prong / Semi-Polished / Wire Basket Solitaire Stud Earring

www.stuller.com

Thanks for sharing these pictures. My studs are with the jeweler for a quote/reset. I asked for the Stuller 8 prong martini with La Pousette posts in yellow gold. I am hoping they can do it.

 

[Lookinagain]

Thanks for sharing these pictures. My studs are with the jeweler for a quote/reset. I asked for the Stuller 8 prong martini with La Pousette posts in yellow gold. I am hoping they can do it.

If he has a Stuller account, he should be able to do it. I really like the 8 prong martinis so I hope you do too.