Anyone know of a nice titanium ring for self-defense.

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There are some to be found at a different forum like the Jones Bros. Engagement Ring and Blair Toxic ring that are no longer made. TAD Gear also has one but I don't really get having to screw things on during a time of emergency.
Any recommendations besides an old class ring?
 
I make a bunch of titanium and tungsten rings. Although not specific for self defense, they can be made in any size and width, so some designs would have potential.



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btboone said:
I make a bunch of titanium and tungsten rings. Although not specific for self defense, they can be made in any size and width, so some designs would have potential.



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Do your rings just roughly vary in width and thickness, or can you make chunky rings like the toxic ring. I don't have a pick because I'm on a cellphone, but you can see the ring at Usual Suspects Network.
 
Most of the rings I make are turned or turned with milled surfaces. I don't do fully sculpted surfaces like the ones normally cast in gold or silver, like class rings or signet type styles. I didn't see a pic of the Toxic ring you were referring to.
 
I working right now, so I will try to post a pick tomorrow. The guy Blair received a part from a plain to make the rings from. Basically it is a ring with a slightly fatter and wider front portion with the front having deep ridges not unlike gears. Don't know if you can somewhat imagine what I'm talking about, but do you think it can be done?
If anyone is out there (there are 4 members looking at this thread at this time) post the pic from Usual Suspects Network. It is the Blair Titan Toxic Fighter Ring. You should find it under ring on the searxh for titles. Thanks!
 
USN does not allow non-members to even read their stuff. We non-members are not worthy to even breath their rareified air. As a result, I suspect that it is not possible to post a picture from there on here. Their site, I suspect, simply won't allow it. To quote an old New Englander, "Ya cahn't get there from here." (And it's USN's fault, not bf.c's.)

Keep in mind, also, that we generally discourage posting links to other forums.

Basically, if you want to discuss something that is on USN, please do it on USN.
 
I come from an era where on the back of every comic book were ads for huge Mexican-made silver rings in the shape of skulls and so forth. It was understood that these devices were meant for fighting rather than decoration.

I never gave the idea much credence. Oh, I have seen people with facial cuts as a result of encountering such devices, but as many more with severely cut fingers and hands from encountering teeth...

It's difficult to imagine that something worn on one's unsupported finger would give much of an impact edge. At best, lacerations and cuts, more likely to inflame the other guy, if he notices them at all.
I always suspected this was more of a gang thing, where guys would fight for dominance and to "mark" the other fellow.

Spikes and such...I don't know how many fight victims I've had who suffered nasty cuts and lacerations and who were not aware of same until pointed out.
 
btboone said:
Most of the rings I make are turned or turned with milled surfaces. I don't do fully sculpted surfaces like the ones normally cast in gold or silver, like class rings or signet type styles. I didn't see a pic of the Toxic ring you were referring to.
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Since I am not allowed make posts from other forums, I had to search for something I could post. It took me a while, but I found one similar. Can you make a ring like this one?
 

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Something like that should be possible. I might make a few minor design changes to make it more manufacturable, but it is doable.
 
btboone said:
Something like that should be possible. I might make a few minor design changes to make it more manufacturable, but it is doable.
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I tried sending you a PM. Let me have your email address. I would love to have one done with you. I'm glad I ran into you.
 
Not to rain on the parade but I truly doubt the self defense benefit of a ring like that. It's not going to act as a force multiplier of your punch and seems as likely to break your own finger/hand as it is to lend any amount of hardness to your own punch. The light-weight and lack of heft of titanium would actually further diminish that, btw.

The only real difference I can see it making it a greater possibility of a superficial cut to someone's face. Not enough to end an encounter or incapacitate anyone though either.

It's not going to close the gap in skill, solve any size disparity, or compete with training. Not to mention the close range you'd have to maintain to use it.

Sorry but it seems like it would only help in bullying an already overpowered opponent. And it has the added downside of being a visual, thuggish statement. If you really want an edge in using your fists I'd highly reccomend a boxing based MMA.

(Hope this doesn't come off too harshly or as a flame. It really isn't meant as such.)
 
Kn00b said:
Not to rain on the parade but I truly doubt the self defense benefit of a ring like that. It's not going to act as a force multiplier of your punch and seems as likely to break your own finger/hand as it is to lend any amount of hardness to your own punch. The light-weight and lack of heft of titanium would actually further diminish that, btw.

The only real difference I can see it making it a greater possibility of a superficial cut to someone's face. Not enough to end an encounter or incapacitate anyone though either.

It's not going to close the gap in skill, solve any size disparity, or compete with training. Not to mention the close range you'd have to maintain to use it.

Sorry but it seems like it would only help in bullying an already overpowered opponent. And it has the added downside of being a visual, thuggish statement. If you really want an edge in using your fists I'd highly reccomend a boxing based MMA.

(Hope this doesn't come off too harshly or as a flame. It really isn't meant as such.)
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First off, welcome to the bladeforums.

No offense taken at all. That is what this forum is for. Opinions from all. It's not an insult but a very well thought out opinion.

In fact, I more or less agree with you. I have knives, I have guns, and I have SD gadgets. I am that kind of person. I love things like this. A ring came out like this from a custom maker and it sold quickly and never to be sold again. It is one of those cool, hard to get items.
I think it does has minimal use for self-defense at most. But you have to admit it does have a cool factor to it. Didn't think I could get me hands on one and now one of our forum members will make it happen.

If you look at my other posts, I have a flashlight with a strike bezel and a knife at all times. I will always use my knife as my first go to weapon before anything else.
 
when you say rings for self defense i keep getting this mental image of a finger stripped to the bone and the rest of the flesh sitting elsewhere
this happened in a soccer/rugby match somemore :eek:
 
deathshead said:
I have SD gadgets. I am that kind of person. I love things like this. A ring came out like this from a custom maker and it sold quickly and never to be sold again. It is one of those cool, hard to get items... Didn't think I could get me hands on one and now one of our forum members will make it happen.
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Makes total sense when you put it that way. Thanks for the well thought out response to a ranting newbie here. :D
 
Gollnick said:
USN does not allow non-members to even read their stuff. We non-members are not worthy to even breath their rareified air. As a result, I suspect that it is not possible to post a picture from there on here. Their site, I suspect, simply won't allow it. To quote an old New Englander, "Ya cahn't get there from here." (And it's USN's fault, not bf.c's.)

Keep in mind, also, that we generally discourage posting links to other forums.

Basically, if you want to discuss something that is on USN, please do it on USN.
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:rolleyes: :barf:
 
Kn00b said:
Not to rain on the parade but I truly doubt the self defense benefit of a ring like that. It's not going to act as a force multiplier of your punch and seems as likely to break your own finger/hand as it is to lend any amount of hardness to your own punch. The light-weight and lack of heft of titanium would actually further diminish that, btw.

The only real difference I can see it making it a greater possibility of a superficial cut to someone's face. Not enough to end an encounter or incapacitate anyone though either.

It's not going to close the gap in skill, solve any size disparity, or compete with training. Not to mention the close range you'd have to maintain to use it.

Sorry but it seems like it would only help in bullying an already overpowered opponent. And it has the added downside of being a visual, thuggish statement. If you really want an edge in using your fists I'd highly reccomend a boxing based MMA.

(Hope this doesn't come off too harshly or as a flame. It really isn't meant as such.)
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LOL..
Rings with blades are made for " slapping and grabbing" NOT punching.
All you have to do is "rub" the opponents arm, hand, face etc.
Just say I dont want to fight, offer to shake his hand and take his wrist apart ....
 
Gringogunsmith said. Rings are actually made for bitch-slapping. In my opinion, not the best move for self-defense. But it is an option. Like I say time and time again. In a self-defense situation, consider your options. First gun, second knife, third anything else you can use.
Anyways, the ring mainly for jewelry and a "conversation piece". It is just a ring.
 
deathshead said:
Gringogunsmith said. Rings are actually made for bitch-slapping. In my opinion, not the best move for self-defense. But it is an option. Like I say time and time again. In a self-defense situation, consider your options. First gun, second knife, third anything else you can use.
Anyways, the ring mainly for jewelry and a "conversation piece". It is just a ring.
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Then why is the title of the thread, "Anyone know of a nice titanium ring for self-defense?"
 
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