Width This in Mind-What Ring Width is Best For You

One of the decisions involved in your titanium ring selection is easier than the first one but eludes many in that, some people don't consider it at all. In the past, we have been asked more than a few times what width a customer should order for themselves or a loved one, and as a general rule we tell them that for a man, 7mm or wider is suggested, and for a woman, 6mm or less. As fashion evolves, though, interests in different ring widths expand for both men and women.

Men are now wearing engagement rings meaning they will need smaller ring widths to accommodate two bands. Many women are not wearing engagement rings making room for wider wedding bands. The width of your ring can determine your comfort with every grip. Even for those who are easy on the hands, aesthetics is not the only concern as reaching out to do the simplest tasks can be a new painful experience if the width of your ring is too wide or too slim for your hand. People whose work requires them to hold tools or instruments, such as a carpenter or lumberjack, sometimes a tight grip and hard delivery demands a skinnier width that won't get in the way; this goes for drummers too. Other musicians, and those who wield an axe with strings, especially people whose hands are photographed frequently, may want a wider ring for show and inspiration. Therefore considering the profession and activities of the wearer is a new factor in determining what ring width is best.

Also important in your width consideration is that each style requires a certain amount of space to include designs, so the minimum width choice will be wider when your ring includes a profile design. For example, a solid titanium band at Hawaii Titanium Rings can be made as thin as 2mm, whereas the Dolphin Patrol can be made no thinner than 8mm without jeopardizing the integrity of your design. If you find a design that has to be made wider than you prefer, perhaps consider it for your forefinger or middle finger, as these fingers are complemented by a wider ring.

To find your width comfort zone, it is suggested to visit your local department store’s jewelry counter and try a selection of rings with different widths to find what feels right. If you are at home and want to order a ring with the same width as one in your collection, we have discovered a household technique to measure an existing ring. The width can be determined by making a stack of pennies next to the existing ring until the heights are equal and then counting your change. I have measured stacks of pennies to determine the width desired by a client many times. 

Buying a titanium ring ensures you strength and durability coupled with long lasting beauty that never tarnishes, but it will not last a day on your finger if it is uncomfortable. Width that said, being aware of your comfort ranges, as far as ring width is concerned, can insure you will have a ring that suits you perfectly. 

Titanium Ring Sizing

When choosing a titanium ring, especially for your engagement or wedding band, finding the correct size is the first step. Titanium, unlike most precious metals, cannot be bent or stretched to fit your finger; so getting a proper measurement is important. Your local jewelers can assist you with a complimentary sizing, but just popping in to the corner store for a quick fitting may not give you the most accurate result. One variable is that every jeweler has different sizing equipment and who is to say whose is the most precise. The second consideration depends on the time and temperature, both causing your finger size to change. I have heard it suggested to go to the same jeweler three different times of the day and have them size you, but what if you get three different results, which do you choose? This technique can be embarrassing to you and frustrating for a jeweler not making a sale; not to mention, a wedding schedule rarely allows time to go anywhere once, let alone thrice.

 Some websites come with a sizing graph which some people find a convenient at-home solution. Let me tell you from firsthand experience, this paper or string-around-the-finger measurement design is the most unreliable of all. It seems to be a logical, mathematically sound procedure, ensuring accuracy, but our company tried this with our first websites and 99% of our returns were sizing issues from people attempting to self-size. Although the operation sounds easy on paper it takes real hand-coordination to perform the maneuvers described, and it can be dangerous for people trying to cut the string while it is still on their finger. The bottom line is neither string nor paper are good materials to measure for metal. Sizing your finger with a plastic ring from a gumball machine would have better results.

 Our suggestion, which has proven to have the best precision rate in 15+ years of making titanium rings for men, women, and children in sizes ranging from 2-20, is...send us a ring that fits you. There are just two small possible inconveniences with this approach; number one, you may have to part with your favorite ring for a short time. Number two; if you send in a gold or silver ring, chances are it is not perfectly round as it has probably conformed to the shape of your finger, so we will have to reshape it to get an accurate size. In other words, your ring may not fit the same when we return it, but will return to its former shape after reuniting with your finger.

Sizing up the situation, in case all ring sizing attempts fail, be aware of your titanium ring designer‘s return/remake policy, especially if you live in a different country as shipping costs can add up. Always make sure ahead of time that the company you are doing business with provides excellent, personal customer service and has an attitude that reflects honor and respect toward your creation.