If you are one of many people who suffer from allergies to metals, such as the commonly used nickel, tungsten rings may be a safer, more comfortable alternative to the other metal rings. Tungsten rings are hypoallergenic. While hypoallergenic materials are not guaranteed to prevent allergic reactions, by definition they decrease tendencies to have one. Tungsten rings are also comfortable due to their option for a "comfort fit," which is a rounded inner surface that hugs the finger.
Durability

While metals such as steel and platinum are durable enough to create lasting products, Tungsten is even harder. According to the Mohs Scale of Hardness, which ranges from one to 10 with 10 being the highest, tungsten rates at a nine while steel is at a seven and platinum a 4.5. Because tungsten is so strong, it will not only be hard to break but will also resist scratches, nicks and imperfections that other pieces of jewelry may incur over time.

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Finger rings can be worn as a fun fashion trend, a public display of love and commitment, a personal statement, or anything in between. Fingers fluctuate in size throughout the course of a normal day---a ring that fit you in the morning may be too loose by dinnertime. Additionally, if you lose a significant amount of weight, you may find that your ring no longer fits snugly on your finger. Professional ring sizing is costly and potentially damaging. Before you have your ring permanently altered, try one of these quick fixes to make your ring snug again.

1.Buy a plastic ring guard, available at jewelry counters and many department stores. This small piece of clear rubber fits snugly over the back of your ring and keeps it securely in place on your finger. Ring guards are inexpensive, discreet and come in several sizes.

2.Wrap a piece of dental floss or sewing thread around the back of your ring several times until your ring is the correct size. If using this method, take care to remove your ring before washing your hands, as the wet thread will take some time to dry and could irritate your finger.

3.Wear a snugger-fitting ring on top of the loose ring to keep it in place. This works especially well for wedding and engagement rings, since they are often worn on the same finger to begin with.

4.Squeeze a thin layer of ring guard gel around the inside of your ring. This gel is designed specifically for too-large rings, lasts for several months and is invisible during wear. It easily peels off the ring without damaging the metal or leaving a residue. Let the gel cure for three hours before wearing the ring.

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A new trend in wedding rings has taken the form of ceramics and has given men more options when selecting the ring they will wear for the rest of their lives. Ceramic rings carry many benefits over classic materials such as gold, silver or platinum. Aside from ceramic's more affordable cost, its functionality and strength are some of its main attributes.

Titanium carbide, or TiC, is also known as high-tech ceramic. It is used to make many forms of contemporary jewelry including men's wedding rings. All carbide ceramics are known for their extremely high melting points; TiC melts at 3,100 C or 5,612 F. Other uses of high-tech ceramic include as plating for bullet-proof vests and in cutting tools and coating to prevent wear and tear. The material has also been used to partially form space-shuttle shields.

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When it comes to traditional wedding bands, most men opt for a simple band fashioned in gold or possibly platinum. Alternative metals that were once only used for industrial applications are edging their way into the jeweler's domain. Metals such as tungsten and titanium are prized for their durability and silver hues. Mokume gane is an ancient technique used to marry multiple metals into one piece that's used to make stunning jewelry.

Damascus Steel or Mokume Gane
Both Damascus steel and mokume gane are 17th- and 18th-century Japanese metalworking techniques that involve laminating together layers upon layers of metals. These layers are then rolled and forged with tools, resulting in a metal that looks like wood grain. Damascus steel was originally used to make samurai swords and mokume gane was invented to decorate the sword handles and sheaths as a status symbol. The word "mokume" translates to three words: wood, eye and metal. Mokume gane is still made by metalsmiths today. It's labor-intensive to make, and since the laminated metals are often platinum, gold and silver, it can be quite expensive.

Tungsten

The tungsten element was discovered in the late 18th century, and its name is Swedish for "heavy stone." It was originally used as the filament of light bulbs, and now, when it's alloyed with carbon -- tungsten carbide -- it's used to make drill bits. Silvery tungsten looks a lot like hematite, and is renowned for its high luster, hardness and resistance to corrosion, which also makes it ideal for jewelry, such as wedding rings that may be subjected to wear and tear. The drawback: tungsten is so hard --10 times harder than gold and four time harder than titanium -- that it can't be cut with conventional tools like other metals can. Special tools that can cut through tungsten rings are available at hospitals.

Titanium

Titanium is a pure metal, much like gold, silver and platinum. It's both lightweight and tough, and resistant to corrosion. Its grayish hue is desirable for jewelry, plus it's much cheaper in cost compared to gold and platinum. It won't tarnish, and in her book entitled "The Art & Craft of Jewelry Making," Joanna Gollberg notes that titanium cannot be soldered. That makes it more difficult to work with. Similar to tungsten, titanium can only be cut with the use of special tools.

Cobalt Chrome

Cobalt chrome doesn't look blue like cobalt; instead, it looks quite silver-white, like chrome. And similar to tungsten and titanium, this metal alloy is super-strong and retains a high luster. Plus it's hypo-allergenic, which is why its also used for hip replacements. Cobalt chrome has a similar weight to gold, but it's more affordable. The downside to cobalt chrome it that rings made from this metal cannot be sized like gold or platinum, for example. So if the wearer gains or loses weight, the ring won't fit any longer.

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