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Title: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 11:55:32 AM
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My 2nd Combat Rosary from Roman Catholic Gear broke this morning...I superglued it for now since I am not equipped to pull apart the decade beads, but I'm sure it won't last long. It's a sad day, I've had this one for close to three years.

Any suggestions for durable rosaries apart from Roman Catholic Gear's combat rosaries?

God bless
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: xavierpope on September 12, 2022, 12:00:35 PM
I got a pair of unbreakable rosaries from esty , they were padre pio theme. They never broke but sadly I've lost them and Saint Anthony hasn't quite helped yet.... Still to find them 
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Stubborn on September 12, 2022, 12:03:41 PM
I used to go through rosaries about every other month, then I switched, I've been using the same cord rosary for 30 years, and it has a long way to go.
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Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Chimp on September 12, 2022, 12:08:06 PM
I have a few Rugged Rosaries, they haven't broken on me yet. 
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 12:14:15 PM
I used to go through rosaries about every other month, then I switched, I've been using the same cord rosary for 30 years, and it has a long way to go.
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Yeah, I was thinking maybe cord might be a good idea. I came across this one on Etsy that looks durable and nice, while still having beads and metal bits.
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/1182644629/wooden-beads-rosary-cord-rosary-handmade?ref=share_v4_lx

(https://i.etsystatic.com/13075366/r/il/56d9a1/3730369403/il_794xN.3730369403_k74s.jpg)
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Stubborn on September 12, 2022, 12:34:24 PM
Yeah, I was thinking maybe cord might be a good idea. I came across this one on Etsy that looks durable and nice, while still having beads and metal bits.
 https://www.etsy.com/listing/1182644629/wooden-beads-rosary-cord-rosary-handmade?ref=share_v4_lx

(https://i.etsystatic.com/13075366/r/il/56d9a1/3730369403/il_794xN.3730369403_k74s.jpg)
Yes indeed, I've had these as well and they are every bit as durable as they look, but not any where near as comfortable in your pocket as a cord rosary. 
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Emile on September 12, 2022, 01:10:10 PM
https://www.sistersofcarmel.com/custom-rosary-custom-rosaries/

I have two of their cord Rosaries, carried daily for years. Also have given their Rosaries (cord) and chaplets (wire) as gifts, never had one break.

https://www.sistersofcarmel.com/rosary-cases-rosary-pouches/

Carrying them in a pouch also helps prevent unnecessary strain on the cord or wire.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 01:52:14 PM
https://www.sistersofcarmel.com/custom-rosary-custom-rosaries/

I have two of their cord Rosaries, carried daily for years. Also have given their Rosaries (cord) and chaplets (wire) as gifts, never had one break.

https://www.sistersofcarmel.com/rosary-cases-rosary-pouches/

Carrying them in a pouch also helps prevent unnecessary strain on the cord or wire.
Yeah, I always carry mine in a pouch, I'm just surprised it broke. I'll check those out though, thank you

The super glue seems to be holding up for now lol
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: HeavyHanded on September 12, 2022, 06:08:40 PM
While expensive, my paracord rosary from catholicwoodworker.com is the nicest and toughest I’ve seen. 
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: monka966 on September 12, 2022, 06:16:22 PM
https://www.daughtersofmarypress.com/product-page/6mm-silver-paracord-rosary
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 06:26:39 PM
While expensive, my paracord rosary from catholicwoodworker.com is the nicest and toughest I’ve seen.
Those are very nice, but yes, a bit on the expensive side. I do like that you can design them. I'll certainly think about it.

lol :laugh1: I played around with the designer and made a "dream rosary": https://catholicwoodworker.com/products/custom-rosary-designer?options=21d45929-74a4-47b5-aa1a-c0c9a14a3e0f (https://catholicwoodworker.com/products/custom-rosary-designer?options=21d45929-74a4-47b5-aa1a-c0c9a14a3e0f)

https://www.daughtersofmarypress.com/product-page/6mm-silver-paracord-rosary
That is quite nice as well.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Kazimierz on September 12, 2022, 06:31:38 PM
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Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 06:37:07 PM
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As much as I do like some of their designs, as I bought a St. Francis of Assisi rosary from them a while ago, it's very large and not congenial to keeping with me all the time.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Todd The Trad on September 12, 2022, 06:39:05 PM
Honestly the most durable rosaries I have are just the cheap ones with plastic beads and string or rope. I have bad luck with rosaries made with the metal chain links or whatever. I would go with something rope. 
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: 2Vermont on September 12, 2022, 06:43:57 PM
I literally have the same rosary for the last 25 years.  Of course, I didn't always pray it daily, so maybe that's why it's lasted so long.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Thed0ctor on September 12, 2022, 06:55:03 PM
Sisters of Carmel for wire rosaries, ruggedrosaries for cord ones. Then get your crucifix from somewhere else. I like https://www.stjudeshop.com/ for crucifixes I got my St. Benedict crucifix from there and has held up great
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 07:06:14 PM
Honestly the most durable rosaries I have are just the cheap ones with plastic beads and string or rope. I have bad luck with rosaries made with the metal chain links or whatever. I would go with something rope.
Yeah, that's why I'm leaning more towards a cord rosary, either like Stubborn suggested, or some other examples people have posted. My sister bought me an old chain one with wood beads a while ago, and the link came undone after first use so I haven't touched it since as it seems to be quite delicate.

One would think the "battle beads" would hold up, but, I guess not if used daily.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Gloria Tibi Domine on September 12, 2022, 08:40:22 PM
Great rosaries. American made with parts from USA, Italy, Brazil, Philippines. Lifetime guarantee. They replaced a wooden bead that cracked asap and paid for shipping. I pray 15 mysteries on it every day.

Owner's Log – The Catholic Woodworker (https://catholicwoodworker.com/blogs/news/owners-log?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=campaign&_kx=t5VBFnS3V0k5AW1N1YnRVeb1tGkk8C7evUicBE6-M08%3D.VDTNpc)
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: trad123 on September 12, 2022, 09:38:05 PM
Nylon rosaries.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/115461870154?hash=item1ae210524a:g:3XoAAOSwVGpizKw9
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: trad123 on September 12, 2022, 09:41:12 PM
I've bought about 10 nylon rosaries.

They don't make noise, so it is easy to lose one in a pocket, but then again, I haven't managed to damage one yet by having it in the washing machine when its left in a pocket.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: DigitalLogos on September 12, 2022, 09:56:41 PM
Great rosaries. American made with parts from USA, Italy, Brazil, Philippines. Lifetime guarantee. They replaced a wooden bead that cracked asap and paid for shipping. I pray 15 mysteries on it every day.

Owner's Log – The Catholic Woodworker (https://catholicwoodworker.com/blogs/news/owners-log?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=campaign&_kx=t5VBFnS3V0k5AW1N1YnRVeb1tGkk8C7evUicBE6-M08%3D.VDTNpc)
You're selling me on the investment, especially since it's going to a family business.
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: San Gabriel on September 14, 2022, 11:54:00 PM
I found what looks like a durable chain-type rosary on eBay. 

Handmade Olive wood Rosary  (https://www.ebay.com/itm/144266559000?hash=item2196f4fe18:g:I-YAAOSw44VhewJX&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAoMdel76A%2BW2UDyAL1ftU87n6gsnxW9TIGifmYeAVAHT%2FJ%2FUDFQu37ySIOi1FoVFtF6Oy%2F38M987Oi9tNLBUhTD50AZC6TcpiG0RxzwBPL3ynmioEWkaS%2BARyt5E7hvcIKgAo%2BaG6d3zZ1oNjYYRioEp4XRBDbuED2BhjwGIkkrsM7ECcTLPm1%2Fo%2BQ6CXK40qQcvvXLvE%2Ft7YNbRYnl6XDEg%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR5qju_fnYA)

From this shop

Olive Orchard Rosaries (https://www.ebay.com/str/theoliveorchard?_trksid=p2349624.m3561.l49544)

They do have other beads such as glass and stone. I don’t have one, but they do look durable and I just may buy one. 
Title: Re: Durable rosaries?
Post by: Kazimierz on September 15, 2022, 11:06:51 AM
Saw this one and ordered it. Deus Vult! :cowboy: I will remove the Divine Mercy medallion and replace it with a St Benedict medal
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