I really like the pendant, I wear it almost every day and have not had any issues except once in a while, my long hair gets tangled up in it when I wear it to bed. The 18" chain is very smooth and shiny, but too long for my taste and doesn't really "go" with the anchor in my opinion. I got a rolo chain instead, and it is more in line with the nautical theme. I think the smooth, snake-like chain can kink if you're not careful, so I wouldn't wear that for every day wear. I kept the chain in case I find another pendant for it.