Beautiful ring but not as good as other titanium wooden rings I’ve had.
This one has very sharp edges and the coating on the wood easily wears off.
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The details.
This titanium men's ring pairs a lightweight titanium base with a koa wood inlay. The koa wood inlay adds natural texture and warmth without taking focus away from the titanium base. Hypoallergenic and easy to live with, it delivers a distinctive finish without giving up the practical feel titanium is known for.
Caring for the koa wood inlay
Koa is natural timber — keep it away from long water soaks, hand sanitiser, and harsh soaps. A light beeswax wipe twice a year keeps the grain fed. Daily showers won't kill it but pool chlorine and dishwashing will dry the wood.
Sizing a wood-inlay titanium band
The titanium core handles the sizing tolerance; the koa inlay sits flush. Comfort-fit interior, so order true to size. NZ free sizer included — useful because returns mean wood handling.
Koa inlay vs solid black titanium
The koa adds warm grain and natural texture you won't get from a plain black band, but it does need a little care. For zero-fuss daily wear see the plain titanium range.
Q: Will the koa fade over time?
A: Sunlight and dry air lighten koa slightly over years — many wearers like the character it develops. Beeswax slows it.
Q: What if the wood cracks?
A: Genuine cracks are rare with normal wear. If it happens we can re-inlay the channel — keep the ring, send it in.
Q: Is the black titanium coated or solid?
A: Surface-treated, not painted. The black is bonded into the titanium so it won't flake — though deep scrapes can expose grey underneath.
The specs.
- Width
- 8mm
- Material
- Wood, Titanium
- Finish
- Polished
- Edge
- Flat
- Available sizes
- 9 / R.5 – 12 / Y
What 6 owners actually say.
Average 4.8 / 5 across 6 verified reviews.
Customer reviews
4.8
Based on 6 reviews
Ring is exactly as pictured, my husband loves it. The customer services is fantastic, I needed the ring in a hurry and Charina promptly replied to every email and made it happen. Will definitely purchase from MRO again.
He loved it... Purchased for my son, who like to be different... so where else to get a ring from... but mens rings online !
This ring is awesome and just like the picture! Except it looks more real in person whereas the picture makes it look like an ungrained wood, which is awesome.
It can 'chip' or mark easily but after a few days it looks like brand new, honestly buy this ring.
It's been blessed as my purity ring as a Christian as well and its really helped symbolise my purification.
Awesome ring
Hi Guys, the ring is great exactly what i expected and the service has been great, had to return the first ring as got the size wrong process was simple and fast. Thanks again
I brought this ring for my partner for Father's Day and the quality is beyond amazing thank you
Caring for your Titanium ring
Titanium is about 45% lighter than steel but still corrosion-proof, so it shrugs off salt water, sweat, chlorine and household cleaners without tarnishing. Wash it once a week with warm water and a drop of dish soap, work a soft toothbrush around any inlays or grooves, then pat dry. The surface can pick up fine hairline scratches over time — these can be re-brushed with a green scotch-brite pad if you prefer the matte look, or polished out by any NZ jeweller for a small fee.
Remove the ring for heavy lifting, climbing or anything where the finger could be crushed, because titanium is harder to cut than gold and emergency staff will need bolt cutters or a diamond-tipped saw. Otherwise it is one of the most wearable metals — fully hypoallergenic, hypothermic-friendly (it warms to skin temperature quickly), and unaffected by the iodine-rich coastal air found across most of NZ.
Common questions about Titanium rings
Is titanium stronger than tungsten?
Titanium is tougher (it bends before it breaks) while tungsten is harder (it resists scratches but can shatter on impact). For a tradie or farmer who drops things, titanium is the safer choice; for someone chasing a permanent mirror polish, tungsten wins. Both outlast gold on a busy hand.
Can a titanium ring be resized in New Zealand?
Most NZ jewellers can resize a plain titanium band up or down by one half-size using a stretching mandrel, but rings with inlays, grooves or anodised colour generally cannot be resized. If you're between sizes, order the larger one — a sizing bead can always be added later.
Will titanium react with seawater or pool chlorine?
No. Titanium is the same alloy used in marine and surgical implants, so saltwater swimming, surf trips and chlorinated pools cause zero corrosion or discolouration. Just rinse with fresh water afterwards to stop salt crystals collecting under the band.
How heavy is a titanium ring compared to gold?
A typical 8mm titanium band weighs around 4–5 grams, versus 12–15 grams for the same shape in 9ct gold. Most NZ buyers describe it as feeling like "barely wearing a ring" — useful for office workers, gym-goers, and anyone not used to wearing jewellery.
Considering alternatives?
Titanium and tungsten rings are the two most-compared modern metals on this site. Titanium wins on weight, comfort and resizability; tungsten wins on shine retention and scratch resistance. Both are priced well below gold and ship free across NZ.