Titanium, known to be one of the most high end materials in the glasses industry, has been gaining popularity from both manufacturers and consumers alike. Having the highest weight to strength ratio, the metal has produced ultra lightweight frames without compromising strength and durability. The extremely lightweight feature has, so to speak, eased the burden on the nose of the wearer. This type of sunglasses will definitely stand the test of time not just because of its exceptional material composition but because of its sleek and elegantly designed pieces, making it timeless.
It is important to know the difference between the several Titanium frames since they come in so many variations such as the pure Titanium, Titanium Memory Metal and Beta Titanium.
Pure Titanium Sunglasses Frames
The pure Titanium frames are highly favored over other metals due to its extreme durability and corrosion resistance. It is also considered a blessing to people with allergies to certain metals since 100% Titanium are hypoallergenic. The Titanium frames also come in many colors and an example of which are Prada's SPR531 that comes in Matte Black, Gun Metal, Shiny Gun Metal and Shiny Gold Metal finish. Rayban on the other hand has upped it a notch by coming up with a splendid Limited Edition Gold-Plated Aviator sunglasses in 22K gold-plating.
Beta Titanium Sunglasses Frames
The other variation of the Titanium frames, Beta Titanium is an alloy which are mostly Titanium with a small mixture of Vanadium and Aluminum resulting to a more flexible frame than the 100% pure Titanium, which in turn eases fitting adjustments. Oakley's C six sunglasses claimed to have raised aesthetic to an entirely new level with its Carbon Fiber composite with Beta Titanium as a substructure.
Memory Metal Titanium Sunglasses Frames
Memory Metal, which is 50% Titanium, 50% Nickel, is the most flexible of all three and is highly recommended to kids and to people with an active lifestyle. These frames can be bended and distorted but can easily be reverted to its original shape. Such is the case of Maui Jim Hawaii Memory Metal Collection which was described as a collection of beautifully designed sunglasses with featherweight, durable frames with excellent memory, meaning, it remembers their fit and retains their shape far longer than any traditional metal frames.
It is important to note, that as flexible and as durable these Titanium frame sunglasses are, they are not indestructible so utmost care is still necessary to be able to enjoy them longer.