What is the best metal to use for a men's wedding band?

Question

What is the best metal to use for a men's wedding band? ?Trying to find the best ring for my fiancee. Thank you for any suggestions.

Answer 1

titanium is good. very lightweight and affordable. make sure you get the right size though since titanium cannot be re-sized

Answer 2

alot of men like titanium because it is so strong, but realistically it is too strong. My husband got his ring finger cut on a table saw, on the joint right above his ring. His finger swelled up almost immediately. Titanium cannot be cut off because it is so strong. So he just had to leave it on and allow his finger to heal and let the swelling go down. My husband now has a gold band that he wears after the accident. Also, platinum is too soft for a man's ring. I think gold is the best....

Answer 3

Mines 'White Gold'.

Answer 4

Okay, so this will probably be info overload, but I did a lot of research on this when we were looking for my husband's band.

While platinum is stronger than gold, it is also softer.  This may seem counterintuitive, but think of it this way:

Metal, as is all matter, is made up of molecules. If you were to strike a piece of platinum really hard, it gives; the densely packed molecules simply get shoved around. Your ring might get bent out of shape, but all the molecules are still there. The original weight is retained. Gold is alloyed with different metals to make it harder, i.e., karat gold. If you strike a piece of 14K or 18K gold, it is too hard to give under the pressure. Therefore, you literally knock off microscopic scraps of the metal. Over time with wear and tear, enough of the molecules of gold have been knocked off so that it is no longer the original weight.  So, really, platinum is stronger because it's softer.

What this means is that while platinum does not scratch as easily as gold, it can bend more.

Titanium (Ti) is a lighter metal that is hypoallergenic and less costly than gold or platinum.  It is also more sratch resistant, but can still get scratched.  Ti comes in two grades - aerospace and CP 1-5.  Aerospace grade Ti is much harder than CP grade.  It's usually better to get jewelry made out of CP2 or CP3 grade Ti.  It's not as hard as aerospace, but still very durable.  Most major hospitals have cutters that can cut through CP grade and most likely even aerospace grade, but it will take much longer for them to get through than CP grade.

Tungsten (W) is the hardest of all the metals.  What this means is that it's heavier than Ti, but also impervious to scratching.  It is also hypoallergenic.  However, because of it's hardness, W cannot be cut off.  It actually has to be compressed and shattered in the event it needs to be removed due to an emergency.  This is risky in that it could cause even more damage to any hand injury.

Short of it, if your fiance works a lot with his hands Ti is a good balance between durability and safety.  (My husband wears Ti)

If he has more of a desk job, gold and platinum are nice choices for more of a high-end, classic look.

W is good if he wants a heavier ring without paying for gold or platinum and is at a low risk for hand injuries.

Like I said, probably info overload, but I hope that gives you a good idea of the different metals!  Have fun shopping!

Answer 5

My husband's was only around $100, and it works great with his line of work(heavy machinery).  Men aren't into all the rings, glitz and glamour like gals are.

Answer 6

Most men like classic yellow gold - 10k is the sturdiest.

Answer 7

That depends on what kinds of activities the man is involved with.  If he is into computers or does electrical work, then you should find a ring in titanium or tungsten.  If he tends to be rough on his hands, then you should pick a very tough metal.  If he tends to be gentler on his hands, then you can go more toward a ring that matches your own.

Answer 8

My husband picked out a two tone titanium ring and he loves it.  Ask your fiance if he has a preference.  Platinum tends to scratch easily and lose its shine.  My engagement ring is platinum and I had it rhodium plated to get the shine back.  Have him try on several to see which feels the best then you both can choose.  Good luck and congratulations.

Answer 9

we got titanium. it is very strong, yes, but it's ridiculously durable!!!  it doesn't scratch or anything, EVER!!!!!!!  Also, it's lightweight and cheap!!!!

Answer 10

platinum