Dreamer_D
Super_Ideal_Rock
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Dreamer_D|1328291844|3118343 said:Any suggestions or tips about titanium rings in general?
affguy|1328292419|3118349 said:I'm hoping more guys weigh in on this. I'm about to order my ring, and am going with this, with a 2 mm palladium inlay (6 mm wide ring). The only question I have left is finish. I was thinking polished across the full width, so the inlay would be subtle at first (but hopefully still noticable enough to break it up), in anticipation of the palladium developing a platinum-like patina while the titation would stay relatively mirror-like. However a brushed finish all the way across could accent the inlay a bit more, or polishing the titanium and brushing the palladium should produce an even bigger contrast.
Anyhow, my gut is to go with polished, and I'm pretty sure I can change that after the fact if it's too subtle, but I'm not completely convinced an will be watching this thread in hope of more information.
Dreamer_D|1328293735|3118367 said:kenny Thanks!
My main concern is how the patina looks over time. I am happy if the ring gets an even patina the way plantium does, but would be less happy if it just gets some random scratches... I read in another thread you mentioned you just let your rings patina rather than polishing them?
Dreamer_D|1328293735|3118367 said:affguy When will you have your ring?
kcoursolle|1329086801|3124933 said:I have a lot of interest in titanium as a metal for rings. I'm curious why it's not used more considering it's practical, has a lovely color (in my opinion), holds up well, and is cheap. Sorry for the threadjack, but can titanium be used for rings with a standard basket with prongs style, bezels, and other non-tension designs? If so, anyone know of a place that works with titanium that can make something like this?
Dreamer_D|1329081221|3124893 said:Woo hoo!
Can't wait to see it. I am going for a palladium inset as well but am torn between the flat and domes styles. I have time to decide though. OUr anniversary is not until May.