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.