Jens Pind Linkage
Overview
While searching for new weaves in the past, I came across the Jens Pind Linkage, documented on M.A.I.L. by Criterion. At the time, I found its high AR sensitivity daunting; however, now that I have more experience, I have decided to make it. This fun spiral weave is a member of the Mobius and Persian weave families. If you want to follow along at home, I found Criterion’s tutorial very helpful.
Materials
For the sample piece showcased in this post, I made the rings myself. I used 16 SWG Bright Aluminum wire from The Ring Lord coiled around a 5mm mandrel (for an approximate ID of 5mm) for an AR of 3.1.
Notes
The Jens Pind Linkage is fairly simple to understand but can be tricky to create, as you need to pay close attention to ring orientation when adding new rings. I occasionally had to remove and re-add rings after accidentally locking them into the wrong positions. I find the appearance of the weave somewhat mediocre, though, as a chain weave with a fairly round cross-section, it works well for necklaces, chokers, bracelets, or cordage in other projects. This weave is also highly sensitive to AR: if the rings are too large, they will not lock into the spiral and can slip out, with very little flexibility between the minimum usable size and failure. Overall, due to its AR sensitivity, mediocre appearance, and lack of unique applications, I would only recommend making it if you personally like its look.
Pictures
Flat
Flat: Angled
Flat: Profile
Vertical
Vertical: Profile
In Process
