Determination
Men's Tungsten Ring, Black and Silver, 6 mm or 8 mm
£62.00
Your Perfect Ring – Try it at Home
When your ring arrives, try it on, check the fit, and make sure you love it in person. If it's not right for any reason, return it free within 100 days. The only risk is finding one you love.
Engrave Your Ring
Add a date, initials or message, laser engraved in-house and dispatched the same day. Most engravers add days to delivery. We don't.
Tungsten carbide rates 9 on the Mohs hardness scale — just below diamond. Only a diamond can mark it.
Tungsten don't react with air, water or skin — ever. Our colours outlast precious metal equivalents.
Built for long-term wear — retains its shape and finish even with daily use.
Every ring arrives in a presentation gift box — no extra packaging needed. Ready to give exactly as it arrives.
Black tungsten with a polished silver centre stripe. 6mm or 8mm. The black surface frames a clean silver groove that catches the light — two tones that contrast without competing. Most buyers choose the Determination as a wedding band or a gift for a partner. It’s a popular pick for men who want something bold enough to stand out but classic enough for daily wear. 45+ five-star reviews.
Tungsten carbide rates 9 on the Mohs hardness scale — one below diamond. The black finish is bonded using PVD coating, the same vapour deposition process used on luxury watches. It won’t scratch from everyday contact, won’t tarnish, and won’t react with skin. If you’ve worn rings that lost their colour or picked up scratches within weeks, this holds its finish indefinitely. Comfort-fit interior. Engravable. Dispatched today.
What makes this ring worth it?
Walk into a jeweller and you’ll find versions of our rings for 3–4 times the price. The difference isn’t the ring — it’s the overheads. We work directly with the craftspeople who make them and carry the stock ourselves, which is how we can sell a ring that genuinely lasts for a fraction of high street prices.
Traditional gold and silver scratch, bend and lose their shine. That doesn’t happen here. We use a high end process called PVD plating which is the same process used on high end watches to keep your ring looking great.
Why buy from Newman Bands?
We’re based in Horsham and dispatch the same day for orders before 5pm (11am Saturday). That includes engraved rings — we hold stock and engrave on site, which is why we can still get it to you in 1–2 days. Most online ring sellers take 2 weeks or more.
We’ve fulfilled over 100,000 orders since 2019 and hold over 10,000 five-star reviews across Trustpilot and Reviews.io. Any questions before you buy — contact us directly. No chatbots, no outsourced support. We handle it ourselves.
What if it doesn't fit?
Tungsten and titanium can’t be resized, so we offer free exchanges or refunds on unengraved rings — no questions asked. If you want a refund or an exchange, you have 100 days to return it free for any reason.
Not sure of your size? Select “I don’t know my ring size” from the dropdown and we’ll send you a free ring sizer first.
THE DETAILS
Tungsten carbide sits at 9 on the Mohs hardness scale — one below diamond. The black PVD finish is bonded at a molecular level, not plated on top. Graham Lucas bought the 8mm specifically as a work wedding ring because of tungsten’s durability: “It looks classy and manly. It will be used as a work wedding ring because of the durability of tungsten. Very happy.”
Tungsten carbide is comparable in density to 18K gold. The Determination has weight to it — it feels substantial on the hand, not like a fashion ring. Sy Roberts from Leiston called it “a really weighty ring — sits well on the finger.” Maxine Courtney described it as “weighty and looks very expensive.” Over 6 buyers mention weight unprompted as a sign of quality.
The contrast between the black tungsten and the polished silver groove gives the Determination a look that reads as high-end jewellery. Tino Siyapi described it as “sleek black and silver design, perfect 6mm width, and solid tungsten that feels built to last. It’s bold, comfortable, and effortlessly stylish.” Paul Axten from Aberystwyth agreed: “Classy looking ring, well made and a stand out unique design.”
Every ring arrives in a presentation box. Add a date, name, or message with laser engraving done in-house. We engrave and post the same day. Chloe from Hitchin had hers engraved on the inside as a Father’s Day gift: “Amazing quality! Had some engraving included also on the inside of the ring and it is a perfect present for father’s day.”
The Founder Story
Guarantee
100-Day "Try at Home" Returns
Buying a ring online shouldn't be a gamble. Try it on at home, check the fit, and see how it looks in person. If it isn't exactly what you wanted, simply return it for free within 100 days in unworn condition.
Fast, Hassle-Free Size
Ordered the wrong size? Don't panic. Our UK-based team makes swapping any unengraved ring for the perfect fit fast and painless. We usually process exchanges within days, so you're never left waiting. You're dealing with real people, not a warehouse.
Who This Ring Is For
The Determination splits roughly into three buyer groups. The largest: partners buying a wedding band or a gift. Josephine from Hounslow bought it for her husband. Laura from Macclesfield chose it for hers. Natasha from Bristol bought it for her boyfriend and it arrived the next day. Gillian from Aberdeen bought it as a Christmas present for her husband.
The second group: men choosing their own wedding ring. Ayodeji from Jordans bought it as his wedding ring and described the material as high-quality and luxurious. Kate from Basingstoke chose it as her partner’s wedding band. Graham chose it specifically because he wanted something unique and hard-wearing for his wedding.The third: parents buying for their sons. Maxine bought the 8mm as a 30th birthday gift. Deborah from Chorley replaced one her son had lost in America. Carol bought it as a birthday surprise and got her son to try it on with his eyes closed to check the size.
A black tungsten band with a polished silver groove running through the centre. The black surface is smooth and uniform. The silver stripe adds a single line of contrast that keeps the ring from reading as plain black. The result is a two-tone ring that sits somewhere between modern and classic — bold enough to draw a second look, clean enough to wear every day.
Available in 6mm and 8mm. Colin from Manchester went for the 6mm and found it the perfect size for what he was looking for. Graham Lucas chose the 8mm for its presence on the hand.“Sleek black and silver design, perfect 6mm width, and solid tungsten that feels built to last. It’s bold, comfortable, and effortlessly stylish.” — Tino Siyapi
Why Tungsten Lasts
Tungsten carbide is one of the hardest materials used in jewellery — 9 on the Mohs scale, one step below diamond. It won’t scratch from everyday contact, won’t bend under pressure, and won’t tarnish from moisture or skin.
The black finish is applied with PVD coating — a vapour deposition process that bonds colour at a molecular level rather than plating it on top. This is the same process used on luxury watches. It won’t peel, fade, or react with skin.
Tungsten can’t be resized. If the fit isn’t right, return it free and we’ll exchange it the same day it arrives. Verity from Devizes had sizing help before ordering: “Help with ring sized was prompt to help the ordering process. My husband loves his ring, just what he wanted.”
How it Compares
The most repeated observation across buyers is that the Determination looks far more expensive than it costs. Maxine Courtney described it as “weighty and looks very expensive. Such a good quality product, I am in no doubt this is a perfect gift which will last the test of time.” Dave Ripley from the United States called it “absolutely beautiful, fantastic quality and an unbelievable price.”
Traditional black rings often use basic plating that wears off within months. The PVD process used here bonds the colour permanently. The material is the same tungsten carbide used across the industry. The difference is the finish process and the craftsmanship.
Buying This as a Gift?
The presentation box does the work for you — no wrapping needed. Add a laser engraving and it becomes personal. We engrave in-house and post the same day.
“Over the moon with this Determination Mens Tungsten Band ring. The ring is a perfect quality gift, weighty and looks very expensive. Looking forward to gifting this to my Son for his 30th Birthday present. Lovely presentation box too.”
— Maxine Courtney
Not sure about their size? Order our free ring sizer first, or buy now and return it free — we’ll exchange it the same day it arrives.
“What a beautiful ring! My partner says it’s very comfortable to wear, not bulky or too heavy as some can be. It’s lovely and shiny and I love the style. I also must comment on the excellent customer service and after care. I had a problem of my own making and it was dealt with swiftly and courteously, no quibbling. I am going as far as saying it’s the best retail experience I’ve had in a very long time and I don’t just throw such compliments about.”
Roisin Fleetham, Belfast
46 five-star reviews with zero below five stars. Over 8 reviews mention value unprompted — buyers consistently describe a ring that looks far more expensive than it costs. The weight of the tungsten is noticed immediately, and multiple buyers describe it as substantial enough to feel like real jewellery without being too heavy.
“It’s an excellent ring, we actually chose it as my wedding ring so we’re looking for something unique and hard wearing. It exceeded my expectations I love it, we love it as its much more than just a ring.”
Graham
The Determination is overwhelmingly bought for weddings and as gifts. Buyers who worry about wearing tungsten daily are consistently surprised by the comfort-fit interior. Catherine Shore from London emailed with an issue and had it resolved within five minutes. Michelle Kilby is on her second Determination ring for her husband.
You have 100 days to try it at home. If it’s not right for any reason, return it free.
100-day free returns. Free size exchanges — return it free and we’ll post the new size the same day it arrives. You’re dealing with real people in Horsham, not a chatbot. Catherine from London emailed with a problem and had it resolved within five minutes. Verity from Devizes got sizing help before she even ordered.
You’re not committing to a ring. You’re just seeing it in person. Try it today, risk free.
Not sure of your size? Select “I don’t know my ring size” and we’ll send a free ring sizer first — posted today.
