What Is Threadless Jewellery?
A simple, secure, and professional-grade jewellery system for piercings
If you’ve been browsing our site or shopping for high-end jewellery, you’ve probably seen the term “threadless” used to describe many of our pieces, especially ends and attachments.
But what does “threadless” actually mean? And why is it preferred by professional piercers?
Here’s everything you need to know.
What Threadless Jewellery Is - And How It Works
Threadless jewellery uses a press-fit system, designed to hold the jewellery securely in place without any screws or threads.
It’s made up of two parts:
A post or labret bar (the part that goes through the piercing)
A threadless end or attachment (the visible decorative piece)
The end has a small, slightly curved pin that fits into the hollow post. When you insert the pin and press it into place, the tension between the pin and the bar keeps everything securely together, no twisting or tools required.
This system is also known as push-fit jewellery, and it’s the most commonly used jewellery type by professional piercers.
Why We Love It, And Why You Should Too
Threadless jewellery is:
Safe for new and healed piercings
Secure - when fitted correctly, it stays put through daily wear
Comfortable - implant grade threadless ends are "mirror polished", making for smoother insertion and wear.
Easy to change - especially helpful for those with multiple piercings or limited dexterity
Compatible with professional-grade posts made from titanium or solid gold
Because there’s no threading involved, there’s less risk of irritating the inside of your piercing when changing ends which is especially important during healing.
How to Use Threadless Jewellery
Insert the post (labret bar or shaft) into the piercing as normal
Take your threadless end
Gently bend the pin very slightly if more tension is needed
(This is often pre-bent by your piercer)
Push the end into the post until it fits snugly
To remove it, gently pull and twist the end until it slides out
If you're ever unsure, we always recommend having your threadless jewellery fitted or changed by a professional piercer, especially if it's your first time.
Can I Use Threadless Ends with Any Bar?
No - threadless ends are only compatible with threadless posts. They will not work with threaded jewellery, screw-on backs, or butterfly-style earrings.
If you're shopping for a complete piece, make sure you have:
A threadless post or labret bar
A compatible threadless end
Most of our product listings make this clear — and if you're unsure, just get in touch. We're happy to help match compatible pieces or advise on sizing.
Why Professional Studios Prefer Threadless Systems
Threadless jewellery offers:
Precise control over fit and comfort
Safer insertion, with less trauma to tissue
Sterile assembly during piercing appointments
A more polished aesthetic (especially in multi-piercing placements)
It’s the gold standard in modern body piercing — and what we recommend for nearly every piercing we perform in the studio.
Final Thoughts
Whether you're brand new to threadless jewellery or just want to upgrade your collection, this system offers simplicity, safety, and sleek style, exactly what your piercings deserve.
At Artmageddon, we only stock threadless ends and posts made from implant-grade titanium or solid 14k gold, so you can shop with confidence knowing everything is safe, high-quality, and professional-grade.