@ Scarlet ... I would start off lose and gradually tighten then and yes I do agree that high maintenance is involved but in the end the purpose would be achieved.
@ Snark ... I have found a site that provides silver as material and I do think that once I have enough money to spend on them I will purchase a pair but they are very expensive. And once I buy them I want quality in the metal and workmanship. Thank you for the feedback! And I will post photos once my research is fully underway.