Titanium and Watches

by Ken Hood

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Titanium is a metallic element found in the earth’s crust. Titanium is 30% stronger than steel. Klaproth named the element “titanium” after the Titans, the first sons of the earth in Greek mythology. The development of titanium alloys for industrial use, however, is relatively new. The Kroll method of manufacturing titanium metal is still in use today.

The titanium metal industry emerged in the 1950s in response to demand from the emerging aerospace industry which used titanium to build jet planes. Titanium is the ninth most abundant element in the earth’s crust.

Titanium’s unusual features present some distinct advantages to watch owners. Titanium watches are quite comfortable because they are surprisingly light on the wrist. Titanium is hypoallergenic. Titanium watches can be worn comfortably even when the skin perspires.

Because the metal is stronger than steel, titanium watches are more durable. The corrosion-resistance feature makes titanium particularly well suited for diver’s watches. Titanium is environmentally friendly as it comes from the earth and is recyclable.

Titanium Watches – Tough and Sophisticated
by Christoffer Jones

Titanium is an extremely strong metal, especially considering its lightweight characteristics. If you have worn a watch that is made from another metal for a number of years, you would probably be surprised to find out how liberating wearing a titanium watch can actually be.

First of all, titanium is a noncorrosive metal so it can be worn in a number of different everyday environments that other watches may find damaging.

As a matter of fact, titanium is one of the fastest growing alloys that are being used in a variety of different jewelry applications.