Ok but the ball ends
"Ok but the ball ends are massive and look ridiculous on me as I’m not large! It’s not obvious when purchasing how big the ball ends are"
✔️ Water, sweat and heat proof
✔️ Hypoallergenic
✔️ Tarnish free and won't discolour
This waterproof barbell is ideal for everyday use. This versatile simple silver straight barbell, created from surgical grade steel and features externally threaded twin ball ends. Available in a variety of sizes and suitable for a wide range of piercings. Surgical grade steel is a great choice for most people with suitable for sensitive skin or allergies due to it's hypoallergenic properties.
Our piercing forceps are a handy tool which can really help out with opening and closing jewellery, bending hoops and unscrewing ball ends. You can find them here.
The highlighted areas below show typical compatible placements for this jewellery.
Suitable for the highlighted piercing placements shown above. Check the gauge and bar length against jewellery that already fits your piercing comfortably.
Placement suitability and sizing can vary depending on your individual anatomy and piercing position.
These are the measurements for this piece of jewellery. If this product has multiple sizes, the guide will use your selected size where available. Compare with jewellery that already fits you comfortably if you're unsure.
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Cut-off times exclude weekends, UK Bank Holidays and multipack sets. Delivery estimates begin after dispatch.
Changed your mind? Unopened piercing jewellery can be returned within 90 days of purchase.
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MATERIALS & CARE
Care guidance based on the materials and finish used in this piece.
Surgical steel is durable and easy to maintain. Keep it clean and dry thoroughly after exposure to water or sweat.
Typical Barbell Sizes by Piercing
| Piercing | Common Gauge | Typical Bar Length* |
|---|---|---|
| Eyebrow | 16G | 8–10mm |
| Tongue | 14G | 12–16mm |
| Nipple | 14G | 12–16mm |
| Industrial | 14G | 32–38mm |
*Typical sizes are a guide for healed piercings only. Anatomy, piercing placement and piercing depth vary, so your ideal bar length may differ. Where possible, measure jewellery that already fits comfortably or ask your piercer.
Gauge / Thickness
| Gauge | Thickness |
|---|---|
| 18G | 1.0mm |
| 16G | 1.2mm |
| 14G | 1.6mm |
| 12G | 2.0mm |
Standard Bar Length
| Length | Common Use / Fit |
|---|---|
| 6mm | Short / close-fitting barbell |
| 8mm | Common shorter curved barbell length |
| 10mm | Longer curved barbell / additional room |
| 12mm | Shorter straight barbell option |
| 14mm | Medium straight barbell length |
| 16mm | Common longer straight barbell length |
| 18mm+ | Longer fit where required |
| 32–38mm | Long industrial-style barbells |
Nipple Barbell Sizing
| Length | General Fit |
|---|---|
| 12mm | Shorter / closer fit |
| 14mm | Medium nipple barbell length |
| 16mm | Longer / roomier nipple barbell length |
Nipple anatomy and piercing placement vary considerably. Choose a bar that allows a comfortable fit without compressing the piercing.
How is barbell length measured?
Straight barbells: Measure the wearable bar between the two balls or attachments. Do not include the balls or decorative ends in the measurement.
Curved barbells: Measure the wearable section of the curved bar between the two attachments.
Nipple barbells: Measure the wearable straight bar between the two ends. For decorative nipple shields or specialised designs, check the product specifications because the wearable length can differ from the overall bar measurement.

Everyone’s anatomy is different. If possible, measure jewellery that already fits comfortably.
“Quick shipping and great product will be buying again”
Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 4 reviews.
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"Ok but the ball ends are massive and look ridiculous on me as I’m not large! It’s not obvious when purchasing how big the ball ends are"
"Definitely better than other metals and helps the healing process"
"Brilliant, just what I needed"
"Arrived really fast, no issues at all!"