Chain used with 18th century shooting accessories

[jonathan butcher]

Thanks Jay, believe or noit I just stumbled into jump rings while searching eBay like a blind madman!

Those are called "jump rings." Like Grenadier says, the easiest place to find them today is the jewelry section of your nearest craft store.
They also sell mandrels and wire, if you want to get crazy and start making your own, but that way lies madness...
Jay

 

[Griz44Mag]

In several photos of 18th and 19th century hunting bags I've seen metal chain used to hang shooting accessories from the bag. What is this chain called, why was it used and what are the origins ? Can it still be found ?

The chain shown in these pictures is available at Home Depot or any electrical supply house.
https://www.homedepot.com/s/jack%20chain?NCNI-5

 

[AZbpBurner]

I only buy the cheaper toilet tank flapper valves - all of them use stainless steel chains, which darken after use and don't rust.

 

[Griz44Mag]

I only buy the cheaper toilet tank flapper valves - all of them use stainless steel chains, which darken after use and don't rust.

Brass Jack chain is also for sale at the hardware stores... That would not rust.