Tungsten rings and stainless steel rings are both cost-effective alternatives to the more expensive gold and platinum selections. However, there are differences between them to keep in mind depending on your needs and budget.

    Durability
        Tungsten and stainless steel rings both resist fading, rust and corrosion. Neither metal will stain the body. Tungsten is a much heavier metal than stainless steel, and is therefore stronger and harder to scratch. However, stainless steel is durable enough to hold up to daily wear with proper care.

    Style and Finish
        Both types of rings can be given a variety of styles and finishes. Due to its superior strength, a tungsten ring's polish and finish will outlast that of a stainless steel ring.

    Sizing Options
        Neither type of ring can be resized. Tungsten rings are readily available in most sizes, even in hard-to-find half sizes. It can be more difficult to find the right size in the desired style of stainless steel ring.

    Financial Considerations
        Costs for both types of rings can vary widely, but stainless steel is less expensive. A 2010 search on Amazon.com found an 8mm flat band tungsten ring for $29.95 and a comparable sterling silver ring for $5.22. At the national jewelry retailer Zales, a sterling ring went for $119, and a comparable tungsten ring was just under $280.

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Chosen for its durability, scratch resistance and beautiful silver color, tungsten rings are a popular choice for wedding bands and men's fashion rings. Tungsten is five times harder than steel and 10 times harder than 18 karat gold. This rugged durability makes tungsten rings ideal for people performing manual labor who wish to wear jewelry while working. If you need to remove a tungsten ring because of an emergency, medical or otherwise, you can remove it with common household tools. This is not difficult but it may destroy the ring. When the ring is cut, the metal will shatter.

Instructions

    Tight Tungsten Rings

        1
        Place the ring finger under a stream of cool water. The cool temperature to reduce swelling of the finger.

        2
        Apply liquid soap to the ring finger. Rub the soap around the ring and finger to lubricate the ring. Gently twist the ring from side to side to lubricate the underside with soap. Liquid soap will not damage tungsten.

        3
        Gently pull the ring toward the knuckle. Work the ring down the shaft of the finger until it slides off.
 
        4
        Seek medical attention in the event of an emergency. If the tungsten ring is cutting off circulation or causing pain, go to a hospital.

        5
        Prepare to remove the ring yourself. If medical assistance is not available, a tungsten ring can be shattered and removed from the finger with a pair of vice grip pliers.

        6
        Place the vice grip pliers around the ring. If the ring is bent into an oval shape, place the pliers on the long sides of the oval.

        7
        Apply a quick squeeze of pressure to the ring. Tungsten will fracture into pieces and fall away from the finger.

        8
        Look for cuts or wounds on the finger. Clean the wound with water. Apply an antibiotic ointment and bandage the wound. Seek medical attention as soon as possible if stitches are needed or if the blood is not clotting at the wound site.

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Tungsten is a popular metal used in rings for men and women because of its high quality, being nature's hardest element and having a melting point of 6192°F. These characteristics are what make tungsten carbide virtually scratch proof and extremely durable according to Tungsten World.

    Jewelry Stores
        Tungsten carbide rings are sold in jewelry chain stores around the world today. Tungsten carbide rings range in price from about $200 to $900, depending on their style and if there are inlays of diamonds.

    Online
        The Internet has many sites selling quality tungsten rings. There are tungsten carbide wedding bands, tungsten Inlay bands, and black tungsten bands. These rings range in price from about $150 to $1,000.

    Auction Sites
        There are many auction sites on the Web, where you can search for tungsten ring or wedding band and find many auctions going with lower prices than you may find in a jewelry store or an online site. Some have tungsten ring bids for as low as $50. Keep in mind that tungsten rings can not be sized so make sure you have the correct measurement for your finger before ordering.

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Carbide is a word that refers to a variety of carbon compounds. While there are several different types of carbide, tungsten carbide is the type most commonly used for cutting or drilling tools; it is very hard, relatively inexpensive, and will retain a sharp edge for a long time. While tungsten carbide is noted for its remarkable durability, a tungsten carbide tool may need occasional sharpening if it is used regularly.

Instructions

        1
        Determine if your tool needs sharpening. One easy way to decide if your tool is becoming dull is to see if it reflects light well. Shine is an indication of wear. You can also gently scrape a fingernail on a blade and see if it shaves off a sliver; if it does not, the blade is dull. Touch is not necessarily a good way to determine if a blade is sharp, as a dull carbide tool may still feel sharp.

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        Find a professional sharpening service. Sharpening carbide is not recommended for non-professionals, as it requires skill and specific sharpening machinery. Imprecise sharpening can ruin a tool, and a professional can restore a blade to like-new condition.

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        If you are interested in learning how to sharpen blades yourself, it is recommended that you locate a teacher.

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        Carbide tools require diamond for sharpening, due to their hardness. Wet grinding using an abrasive wheel on an automatic grinder is a very precise method of sharpening. It is also possible to sharpen a tool by using a diamond lap, but this is very imprecise and time-consuming.

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