Titanium handles whatever you throw at it — farm work, rugby, the workshop, tramping. It's aircraft-grade light on your hand and doesn't pick up scratches from everyday gear and knocks. Hypoallergenic, so it works for blokes who react to cheaper metals. The curved interior fit is comfortable through a long day outside. Titanium won't corrode in harsh conditions and needs zero maintenance beyond a rinse. If you want something that just does the job without fuss, this is a solid option.
Average 5.0 / 5 across 6 verified reviews.
I purchased this for my husband and he absolutely loves it… and so do I! Very well, priced, great delivery time, fits per and a really beautiful looking ring. Thank you ever so much as I was very nervous purchasing online, but the whole process has been amazing!
Love the ring, it was a perfect fit, I proposed to my partner last night with it and he said yes! Thank you so much :blush:
Excellent service, fast delivery, ring fits perfectly and looks great
My husband was extremely happy with this gift.
Amazing service - ordering was easy! The returns policy is good and it was a quick turnaround
Excellent service and quality if ring thankyou
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Not Sure Of The Size You Need?
We totally get it. It’s our customers’ #1 concern, but we have 15+ years of helping you to solve this problem. The single best way to get an accurate size is to order our completely free ring sizer here.
Alternatively, we have compiled the most comprehensive suite of sizing options and tools on the internet which you can find here.
Don’t forget though, if you receive the ring and it is the wrong size, contact us and we can help!
Custom Made Just For You
Our custom made titanium mens rings are made to order. Because of this, it can take 2-4 weeks before the ring is complete and ready for delivery. You can rest assured that we will ship it to you as soon as we possibly can!
Any gold or platinum ring over $750 qualifies for a free titanium or tungsten ring of your choice. Simply add any in-stock (not custom) titanium or tungsten ring to your cart with your chosen gold or platinum ring, and enter the code: sidekick750 to get it for free!
Any titanium or tungsten ring over $200 qualifies for a free silicone ring of your choice. Simply add any silicone ring to your cart with your chosen titanium or tungsten ring, and enter the code: sidekick200 to get it for free!
Simply add any three silicone rings to your cart, and use the code “silibogo” during checkout. Easy!
Like diamonds, the gold that is used around the world can often be from conflict areas, and also areas where the working conditions for the miners are extremely poor. This is why we only use 100% Australian sustainable gold in this ring. You can rest assured that your solid gold ring from MRO is guilt free and made to perfection!
Custom Made Just For You
Our gold and platinum mens rings are custom made to order. Because of this, it can take 2-4 weeks before the ring is complete and ready for delivery. You can rest assured that we will ship it to you as soon as we possibly can!
Every ring in our range is built to outlast the work it’s worn through. Here’s what comes with yours, and how we back it.
Not the right size or finish? Swap it within 60 days. We send a courier bag — you send the ring back, no exchange fee.
Real heft in the hand. Nothing hollow, no plating to wear through. Same metal day one, day ten thousand.
If the metal cracks, chips, or fades during everyday wear, we replace the ring. Worn-out from years of work counts.
Dispatch
Dispatched within 24–48 hrs — NZ-wide tracked courier on every order.
Best to nail the fit on the first ring. Three quick ways to get there — pick whichever suits you.
