Why Damascus Steel is an Ideal Choice for Men’s and Women’s Wedding Bands
Damascus Steel
Damascus Steel is the popular name given to a layered metals technique that was used by ancient metalsmiths for armor, weaponry, and decorative items. It is a storied material and famous for its incredible strength and beauty. From the Vikings to the Japanese Samurai, blacksmiths around the world developed their own traditions for creating this metalwork which exploited steel's unique ability to be forge welded at high temperatures, with a hammer and anvil. This technique allowed the use of different steels in different parts of a blade, so the cutting edge could be hard and sharp, while the body of the weapon could remain tough and flexible. Combining these different alloys for utilitarian purposes quickly led to the recognition of not only their superior function, but also of their great beauty. The name, Damascus Steel, comes from the Middle Eastern tradition, and is the most commonly used name for patterned welded steel.
Paring Knife with Stainless Damascus Steel Blade and Mokume Gane Handle by Steve Midgett
Our unique multi-stage forging process for working this material allows us incredible control of the pattern and brings out the best in each ring to make it a unique work of art. Damascus Steel rings offer the perfect symbol of marriage, of two different elements permanently bonded together as one. The two metals used in each of our Damascus rings are permanently forged welded together, then twisted, carved and re-forged into a ring. After forming the seamless the band, sanding and polishing, it is acid etched to bring out the pattern of the metal and finally given a lustrous matte finish. STEVEN JACOB's all stainless steel, solid, Damascus rings utilize two types of marine stainless steel. These are high quality alloys that meet or exceed European Union nickel release standards. Best of all, our rings are completely sizable should your ring size ever change. You can be confident that our rings will never corrode, rust, or de-laminate.
We are a small family business and make all of our rings right here in the USA. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and take great care through each step of the process, from the forging of the raw Damascus material, to hand finishing each ring to perfection. Intentional and original designs, uncompromising workmanship, advanced technology, and amazing attention to comfort all add up to the creation of rings that will fascinate and delight you for many, many years to come. There are no finer Damascus Steel rings in the world.
