11 Tungsten Wedding Bands Made To Last Forever
Much like the man who chooses a tungsten wedding band, this alternative metal is useful, functional, and strong. Like 10x stronger than 18K gold. It’s used to make stuff like missiles and heavy machinery. It’s no-nonsense. It can endure anything. And, like your marriage, it’s going to last forever.
Ok, before we go any further, I can’t resist. I have to tell you that its chemical symbol is W, from its original Germanic name wolframite. In German, Wolfram means… wait for it… DEVOURER OF TIN!! Tungsten eats other metals (sort of…) for BREAKFAST. So, it’s pretty much the badass of metals, just sayin’.
Pretty manly, yeah? If a men’s tungsten wedding band sounds right up your alley (or wolf lair), check out these 11 designs that caught our, erm, manly eye.
Tungsten Wedding Bands
1. Beveled Edge Silver Tungsten Wedding Band
by Etsy: ElementalBands
Classy, gorgeous, and tough. Best combo ever, which is why this ring ranked #1 our list. Also, we love that it’s got a legit-sounding gentleman’s name. We can’t help but imagine that Mr. Kensington is always on the VIP list, plays a mean game of poker, and drinks his whiskey straight.
2. Classic Gray Tungsten Carbide Ring with Comfort Fit Band
by Blue Nile
This tungsten carbide wedding band’s comfort fit design and substantial weight will feel great on your finger. Shiny, solid silver. No frills, but it makes a statement all the same. Just like you it’s subtle but full of substance.
3. Silver Tungsten Classic Dome Band
by Etsy: YorksJewelryDesign
If you like a classic design on the low-key, this classic dome ring is perfect for you. Choose between three width options for a slimmer or more substantive look.
4. Tungsten Wedding Band in Yellow Gold
Look up men’s wedding band in the dictionary (I know, men’s wedding band isn’t in the dictionary and who uses dictionaries any more, but go with me here), and a picture of this ring would be right next to it. Bonus: you’ll do a serious double-take when you see how much it costs!
5. Beveled Edge Gold Tungsten Wedding Band
by Etsy: LazerBoyzDesigns
Take the ring showcased in #4, reduce the shine factor a couple of notches, and you’ve got this yellow gold-plated ring. Featuring a brushed center and beveled edges, this one’s for the man who appreciates a classic, timeless look and needs a ring that goes with every suit. It’s also scratch resistant. All you’ve got to do is wear it and look fabulous.
6. Rose Gold Plated Tungsten Wedding Band
by Etsy: YorksJewelryDesign
This men’s tungsten ring is oh-so refined and tailored. Featuring 18K rose gold plated tungsten with brushed middle and beveled edges, it’ll look amazing with that tux.
7. Matte Hammered Black Tungsten Carbide Band
by Blue Nile
This tungsten carbide wedding band comes in either black tungsten (the one we chose, of course) or white tungsten. We chose black because we love the super masculine combo of the hammered texture and dark color. Look cool while enjoying the comfort fit of this ring.
8. Asymmetrical Black Engraved Wedding Band in Tungsten
by Blue Nile
Anothing classy-yet-manly design featuring an asymmetrical inlay. This one’s perfect for the man that forges his own path and likes to make a subtle statement.
9. Koa Wood & Tungsten Men’s Wedding Band
by Etsy: ParieJewelry
Rings with unusual features are becoming more popular, which is great when done well. This ring does it beautifully by contrasting a patterned koa wood inlay with the black tungsten. Perfect.
We’ve seen silver, gold, and black tungsten rings, now for a couple more that are a little bit different.
10. Runes Tungsten Wedding Band
by Etsy: DeluxeBands
For all you vikings out there! Runes are cool, no doubt, but the best part is this tungsten ring is customizable. Have it engraved with your sweetheart’s name in runes and she’ll be seriously impressed.
11. Tungsten Men’s Wedding Band w/ Koa Wood & Turquoise
by Etsy: YorksJewelryDesign
Tungsten, turquoise, and koa wood is such a cool combination! If you want some color in your ring, this may just be the right wedding band for you.
Tungsten Tips
Before we get down to it, let’s address the elephant in the room.
Apparently, there’s a long-held belief that tungsten rings can’t be removed in an emergency. They’ve got to cut your finger off, instead. Sounds like fun right?! Well, let’s set the record straight:
- Tungsten rings can totally be removed in an emergency situation!!
If they couldn’t, I seriously doubt anyone would wear one. And plenty of people wear tungsten, so don’t worry about it. Instead of being cut off, the get ‘cracked’ off in an emergency.
So what else do you need to know about tungsten before wearing it on your finger forever?
- Tungsten’s got some heft
Tungsten isn’t just sturdy, it’s also quite heavy compared to other similar metals. Some men really like that weight, which makes sense from a couple of different angles, particularly if you’re afraid of losing it.
- You can’t resize it
When trying on tungsten rings, take into careful consideration the fact that you can’t resize it! Get your finger properly sized by a jeweler (skip the string measuring, there’s no room for error here). If you’re prone to weight gain or swelling in the fingers, consider bumping your ring size up a notch (as long as it doesn’t slip off your finger, of course).
- Doesn’t bend, but it’s not totally unbreakable
Unlike most other materials, tungsten won’t bend under pressure, but it can crack. If you’re into finger safety, this is a good thing.
Much better to break your band than watch it flatten your finger like a cartoon if you end up stuck with your hand in a press or something like that.
- The price is right
Tungsten is nice and affordable, so if you do happen to have a ring-cracking or weight-gaining situation (or both), it won’t cost too much to replace it. It also won’t tarnish or scratch easily.
Looking sharp without breaking the bank? Yes, please.
- How to care for your ring
As with most other natural metals, it’s recommended that you remove your ring if you’re going to be working with harsh chemicals. Other than that, it’s pretty low maintenance. Clean with mild soap and water, then polish with a soft cloth. Easy peasy.
Thoughts On Tungsten
The kind of guy who wears a tungsten wedding band is generally a “take-no-malarkey” kinda man, and we’re down with that.
While many still prefer traditionally symbolic metals like gold and silver, most men’s wedding bands on the market today are forged from less common materials. Tungsten is one of the relative newcomers to the game, and it’s got a lot to bring to the table in terms of affordability, durability, and diversity of style choices.
Hopefully, you’ve learned something new about tungsten, and our choices have struck a chord with you. Shopping for wedding bands is a lot of fun for us here at L&L, but we know it’s not fun for everyone, which is why we love sharing our picks.
If you’re not completely sold on tungsten, may we suggest you take a look at some other ring options in our blogs. You might just learn some interesting-but-possibly-useless trivia about precious metals, and (more importantly) figure out how to choose the right band for you.
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