While tungsten carbide has been on the jewelry market for many years, people continue to have questions about it. The metal is stronger than what most other rings are made from and this is actually one of the features for which it is most known. When the compound was originally used for rings, there were rumors and concerns that it would be too tough to remove in a severe accident. The rumor was that the finger of the wearer would have to be cut off in order to remove the ring. This has the unfortunate feel of urban legend, and the truth is now well known that this is not a danger.
In fact, emergency rooms are specially equipped with saws that can easily slice through tungsten, and other hard substances, and not injure the flesh underneath. This is just one of the realistic aspects that contradicts the old rumor. And, as is true for most things you hear, it is always best to research on your own as thoroughly as possible before subscribing to outrageous beliefs.
Meanwhile, it is actually the strength of the material that is attractive to most men who choose tungsten wedding bands . There is a nice aesthetic appeal with the shiny dark complex that belies the unbeatable strength and hardness of the actual material. One thing to keep in mind is that any additional elements that are added to the ring, such as gold or silver, will scratch and/or tarnish much easier than the tungsten carbide. However, this should only be a concern if you plan to perform rough manual labor while wearing the ring.