Chains Putting chains on

[pat32rf]

Is there a reason the chains aren't hot dipped galvanized, to slow the rusting process, or do they wear out before they rust out, and do you store them in oil during the off season?
Just wondering, not because I plan on wearing a set out, just have a curiousity habit.
David from jax

Tire chains are made from steel that doesn't seem to do more than just surface rust. The cross links are very hard while the joiner links that join the crosses to the side chains are very soft. The side chain is also relatively hard.. If they were galvanized the galvanizing would wear off the rubbing sections of the chain in the first hour of use.

 

[crazyal]

Hardened bolts, like grade 8 don't rust the same as mild steel bolts. The harden steel used in tire chains is the same.