Monday, May 16, 2011

My wedding ring

My husband lost his black tungsten mens ring for the second time. The last tungsten promise ring I had to replace, I purchased a little over a year ago for $60.00. Now I had to replace that one. Before looking online, we shopped our local jewelers and every single store had this type of tungsten carbide ring listed at $888 or more. We couldn't believe the price went up that much over just a year. So we decided to try our luck online and found this commemorate ring listed at a great price. We received the carbide ring today and we our very happy with our purchase. We even like it better than his last two  carbide tungsten rings. We prefer the matte finish, but the little bit of polish on the sides adds a nice touch. It is a heavy, sturdy, well crafted ring. The photo is very close to the actual love ring, but it does look better in person.

I got married in 2006, and back then I never knew of Tungsten Carbide as a ring material. I don't wear gold jewelry so I chose Platinum, and my original wedding band cost around $700, which is $1200+ in today's money (and Platinum value).

The problem with Platinum though is that it quickly dulls and gets fine scratches on it, and before you know it it looks like cheap silver. You end up having to clean it all the time to make it look good. Don't get me wrong, the day it is clean, it looks amazing. Kinda like a black car. But it quickly loses that luster, which is annoying.

Several months ago I got so fed up with cleaning my Platinum ring, that I got a simple domed comfort fit Tungsten wedding band for less than a hundred dollars, and I was very pleased with it. Always looks shiny, cannot be scratched in normal use, and just looks great. But I ordered a size too small, so it was a little tight.

So given the amazing value of Tungsten as a ring material I ordered this one. The company is great, they ship very quickly, and I got the package long before they estimated.

The great thing about Tungsten is not only is it much cheaper than other metals, it always looks as good as the day you bought it. You can wear it every day, knock it into things, do stuff that would scratch the heck out of a Gold or Platinum ring, and it looks unblemished. You just can't beat that rugged finish in my book.

As for this specific model, it's comfortable to wear. The inside is smooth and nicely convex to fit comfortably on the finger. The edges are smooth and don't dig into the finger, which is important. The two angled edges are shiny and give the tungsten mens ring character. The brushed look of the main mens tungsten ring looks sophisticated, especially accented with the polished portions.

Frankly, the only reason I didn't go five stars is that the satin brushed portion looks a little grayer than the picture, which makes it look a little more like Titanium than I would have liked. But that is being pedantic, and really if I had the choice I'd have given 4.5 stars. At the end of the day, the price of this product, and similar, is unbeatable. I'd have to pay easily 50 times what I paid for this to get something similar in Platinum, and it just wouldn't be worth it to me. Especially given the tedious upkeep of Platinum.

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Actual Love Wedding Rings

I bought this ring because my actual wedding ring is white gold. It is so soft that it started getting small scuffs and scratches right away, but at first these marks just gave it character. Recently, though (after about two years) it's started looking a bit dull and worn. I was told by a jeweler that polishing a white ceramic ring is a complicated process that involves actually applying more metal, and that it would take some time. Honestly, I don't like the idea of not wearing my Celtic Tungsten Carbide Ring for a few days (it just feels weird) so I decided to get a substitute to wear while it was gone.

I also had an opportunity to start a new job which may involve using my hands a bit more, and I realized that this would damage the cheap Ceramic wedding Ring even faster, and at the same time I started worrying about possibly losing the Noblest tungsten ring altogether.

Long story short, I decided on this Ceramic celebration ring because it was attractive, the same color as my real love ring, and much more resistant to damage. I decided to start wearing this Celtic Knot Tungsten Wedding Ring day-to-day and saving the original tungsten ring for special occasions. I've been wearing the new tungsten steel ring for a few months now, and it's been fantastic.

First of all the great ceramic ring is gorgeous. It catches the light brilliantly on its polished surfaces, and it is so strong that it doesn't have a single scratch to dim the dazzle. I should clarify that I am pretty rough on my jewelry, so the fact that it hasn't scratched or chipped or bent (even a little) is a minor miracle. It has a satisfying weight to it, and is slightly wider than my ceramic wedding ring, so it feels really substantial.

My only real complaint is the matte area. It is matte because of a "brushed" texture, which means that it is very rough to the touch. At first I assumed that this would smooth out a bit over time, but since the metal is so hard it still feels the same as it did the first day. I suspect you could use this part of the ring as a fine-grit sandpaper if you wanted to. So far it has not injured my other fingers, but I am still very conscious of the signet ring when I hold my baby (6 months) or do anything else that requires a gentle touch. Not a deal-breaker, but something to consider.

All-in-all, a great ring. If you want something good looking and durable, you need look no further.

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Wednesday, May 11, 2011

It is my love ring

You can't go wrong with this tungsten ring. First, I'll speak to the sizing issues people seem to be having with these ceramic or tungsten rings: I was accurately sized at a jeweler using a flat sizing tungsten carbide ring (not comfort-fit) of a slightly smaller women's tungsten ring width (6mm). I calipered this carbide ring at exactly 8mm wide. Due to the comfort-fit on the especial ring (i.e. curved inside from edge to edge to avoid sharp edges), the sizing ring was an accurate representation of how this black tungsten steel ring would feel. Don't do the string or paper strip method to get your simple rings size. I was professionally sized as an 11. I tried the paper method, just for kicks, and could not even slip a size 12 paper ring onto my finger.

Metal does not behave the same as paper! If you're worried about the jeweler not wanting to size you, just tell him/her that you need to know your size so your wife can come back and buy you a ring. while you're there, take a look at the tungsten rings they have, and you'll get an idea of what they're like so you can come back here and buy it for less. I ordered a size 11, and the ring I received has a calipered inside diameter of 0.81" (USA size 11 is 0.81" i.d. on wikipedia). Their sizing is accurate!

Next, quality: I have an 8x loupe for photography and could find no flaws. The surface is smooth and highly polished, so fingerprints will show if someone is looking at your totally different rings from closer than 2 feet away. None of my friends stare at my fingers from 2 feet, so no issue there. Beyond 2 feet, it just looks fantastic.

Next, physical characteristics: Tungsten is heavy. Makes for great darts, they can be nice and skinny so you can hit closer groupings. On a ring, it does add weight if you're used to lighter metals. I'm replacing a titanium ring, so my ring weight has increased, but not uncomfortably as you might experience with a large watch. Tungsten is about 4 times the density of titanium, but only 2.5% more dense than gold and 8.5% less dense than platinum (also less dense than plutonium, but I don't think you can get a ring of plutonium). The width of the shell inlay ring is comfortable, and pretty standard for a man's wedding band. I have medium-sized hands and this ring is comfortable. The thickness of this band (0.088") is the same as my previous two titanium wedding bands (Synapse at 0.088" thick, Geomatrix Bevel at 0.09" thick).

Comparison to image: Pretty much spot-on. I think they may have used a size 8 or 9, so my size 11 is only very slightly proportionally thinner. Either way, it's a given that you're getting an 8mm wide band.

Value: I compared this style  tungsten carbide ring to one offered at the local jewelry store for $300. I also looked at the black carbon fiber version, but was hesitant due to the potential weakness of the epoxy. I like to abuse my ceramic or tungsten rings, so opted for solid tungsten. The box is simple cardboard with a foam holder (albeit with a felt top on the foam to give it a tiny bit more class than foam). The photo accurately depicts the box, which has no leather anywhere. Don't buy this ring for the box. Buy it for the Grooved Tungsten Ring.

Reviews about Tungsten and Ceramic Jewelry

Reviews about Tungsten and Ceramic Rings

As soon as I received this black tungsten ring, I ran it through a gauntlet of abuse. From turning wrenches to sanding it on a concrete floor it has remained flawless. For about a week I have constantly abused it with the worst consequence being finger prints. I spoke to local jewelers before purchasing and a similar ring was prices $300 - $480 (depending on the jeweler).

They explained to me that the difference in price was the quality of the metal. Jewelry grade tungsten vs. industrial grade tungsten carbide rings. Don't buy into that B.S. It is cobalt free tungsten carbide steel and the only real difference is the markup. The picture above is slightly deceiving though. The finish is mirror and the color is a darker "stone" color. I ordered a half size larger than my normal size and it fits perfect (regardless of the comfort fit).

Like the other review, was very kind when I ordered the wrong size ceramic or tungsten ring and worked with me to swap it out for the correct size. They got the correct ring back to me fast! The ring looks perfect and love the design! Will definitely order with them again when I order another tungsten ring inset ceramic!

My husband and I were married 11 years ago and at the time, he chose a yellow gold ring with a white gold overlay. Even for that time, it was fairly expensive. Not only have the styles in men's ceramic rings changed, the ceramic ring also lost its white gold finish and appeared to be just a yellow gold ring. My husband usually wears silver so he was no longer happy with the original tungsten steel ring.

I had heard some good things about the Tungsten rings and thought I would look into replacing my hubby's ring as a Christmas present. This particular ring was a GREAT choice. It is 8mm so it is more bulky and "tougher" looking than most others. In addition, my husband has large fingers so this ring looks great on him. It is also very strong so I don't worry about him scratching and dinging it. He really likes it too.

Best of all, the price! I looked at similar promise tungston rings on other sites and didn't find one under $125 so this Amazon price is a steal. The shipping was also very fast!

The only thing I would warn you about is that this unique ring cannot be sized so be sure you know exactly what size you need before ordering. I found a ring size chart on line and printed it. I then took his old wedding ring and layed it on top of the size chart to see what size I needed to order. It worked and is a perfect fit!

Friday, May 6, 2011

2011 Mother's Day Grand in China

5.8.2011 is the Mother's Day

On the Internet, words of best wishes were sent to mothers: Happy Mother's Day, Love Mummy and Sweet Love to Mum.

Though Mother's Day was originated in the United States, people in China take it with no hesitance because it goes in line with the country's traditional ethics -- respect to the elderly and filial piety to parents.[ladies tungsten ring with ceramic ]

Local enterprises and newspapers in Wuhan Sunday launched a program to collect 10,000 people's signature under the them -- " for mother's smile."

Universities and colleges in Wuhan campaigned to raise money to help poor mothers. Luo Pei'en, a social science professor with the Wuhan University, said the popularity of the day is significant to carry forward Chinese traditional ethics of respecting parents and inspiring love between mother and children.---- [fashion rings for women cheap]

The best sold flowers are carnation in China Sunday, Mother's Day, which is becoming popular in the country.

In Wuhan in central China's Hubei Province, lots of young people crammed 10,000 flower shops to buy their mothers a bunch of carnation.[class ring tungsten ring tradition jewelry 1 stones]

Mr. Yuan at his 30s said he knew the day three years ago and he bought his mother carnation each year since on. A flower shop girl said her shop had sold 300 carnation in the morning, whose dense petals symbolize mother's care and love.

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Thursday, May 5, 2011

Wish 2011 Mother's Day

2011 Mother's Day
2011.5.8 is Mother's Day,Wish all Mothers are healthy,and everything goes well.
Mother's Day is an annual Blessing day that recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal bonds in general, as well the positive contributions that they make to society. lots of countries it is celebrated on the second Sunday in May.
Let us gave blessing to mothers all over the world.---[tungsten rings]

Mother's Day in Australia,Many Australians celebrate Mother’s Day by showing their appreciation for the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.

Mother's day in China
One such example is the event staged at the BWP on May 4th, 2011, for 60-odd prisoners in honor of Mother's Day. Authorities at the Beijing Women's Prison invited the mothers and other relatives of these selected inmates to the prison auditorium where a special performance was presented.
On some school,The teachers organizations students wash feets for mother on Mother's Day. ---[black tungsten carbide ceramic rings]

Mothering Sunday in the UK is the equivalent of Mothers' Day in other countries.
Mothering Sunday is a time when children pay respect to their Mothers. Children often give their Mothers a gift and a card.
Many churches give the children in the congregation a little bunch of spring flowers to give to their Mothers as a thank you for all their care and love throughout the year.---[tungsten masonic rings]

"I live in Indiana, in the middle of the USA. I saw an advertisement about Mother's Day being just a few days away and was confused because in America we have it near the end of the month of May. A quick search on Google brought me to your wonderful web site where I learned quite a lot about the English tradition of Mothering Day. Thank you very the very well-written lesson on your culture. " Pat

"I love you,my mom,thanks for all things you give me."
Happy Mother's Day!

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Monday, May 2, 2011

Obama Captures Osama-an editor spell Osama as Obama

Obama Captures Osama,an editer spell Osama as Obama,make a big joke.

How about Obama assassinates Osama? That is what the left would have said had it been President Bush. The left is only not two-faced if they are trying to be “multi-faceted”.
Though it looks like the NDP took down the Bloc.[tungsten claddagh ring]
Despite our differences, I say: You done good on this one, President Obama.

Is the death of Osama Bin Laden cause for celebration? I have to wonder where is the line in all this, while I have somber relief in justifiable actions I think the murder of anyone, including my enemies must never cross the line in to celebration. However, I do consider celebrating a military victory justifiable yet most of the news headlines are not worded as such.

Until now they’ve had to tiptoe around and get votes from other parties to get anything done. [tungsten ring sofe pink]

Big shakeup it seems. For a while there it was the Canadian left that was mostly united in the Liberal party, with the Bloc Quebecois splitting them some. Meanwhie the conservatives had split, with the social conservatives making their own parties the Reform Party and then the Canadian Alliance,[tungsten carbide wedding sets] while the social left remained in the Progressive Conservative party.

But now the conservatives have reunited in the reborn Conservative Party, while the left is seeing the formerly minor New Democrat Party surge. In fact, it’s looking like the NDP will replace the Liberals as the #2 party in Canada right now.[mens white ceramic rings]

As side effects, the Bloc Quebecois is collapsing in Quebec, and the Conservatives may yet take that majority government (Stephen Harper has governed with a minority after the last two elections).

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