Tungsten

Due to its strength, resize a tungsten ring is very difficult. It’s possible that a Master Jeweler may be able to do the work. If the design has a wooden inner you may polish it to gain ½ size. For this reason, it is strongly recommended to check our complete ring size guide to make sure you are purchasing the correct size.

Another peculiarity of tungsten is that it has the same density as gold (19.3g/cm3), so they weigh the same. These are rings with a certain weight but comfortable to wear. A tungsten ring will weigh about 15 grams.

A common question from users who wants to buy a tungsten ring. No, tungsten is so hard that it will be easier to break it than to cut it, that’s why it is so resistant to scratches.

Does this means that will break easily?

Of course not, you would have to apply a lot of force with a press or a hammer. But tungsten has the particularity that would not bend at any time, it would break directly.

Without a doubt, they are completely safe in every way. In the remote possibility that a tungsten ring gets stuck, the emergency services know that instead of cutting it, they have to break it. The insecurity of this type of ring is a hoax.

In addition, tungsten carbide rings are hypoallergenic. So it is a great choice for people sensitive to metal allergies.

There are many doubts about the price of tungsten rings. We can find many price differences and that generates confusion in customers. The truth is that we can find various grades of tungsten, but in general it isn’t an excessively expensive metal. However, working with it has a certain difficulty. The price will depend largely on the value that each jeweler wants to give to each piece. We bet on quality tungsten rings, but with an affordable price.

Because the intrinsic value of the metal, its variety of colors and above all, for its great hardness. They are the most scratch resistant rings, a very good option for men.

Tungsten and tungsten carbide are essentially the same. Technically, the rings are made with tungsten carbide but both names are used interchangeably. As is the case of gold; tungsten is mixed with small amounts of other metals to form alloys for a stronger and more resistant rings.

Cleaning a tungsten carbide ring it’s easy. Let the ring stand for ten minutes in a basin full of water with neutral soap and dry it with a clean cloth. Optionally, we can finish by wiping with a microfiber cloth with a specific solution for steel.

These rings are completely waterproof. You can also take them to the beach, but in this case we recommend washing them afterwards.