The Ronson
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- 8mm Black Zirconium — Charcoal gray, hammered finish, zero apologies made
- Genuine Sherman Tank — Actual WWII-era steel inlaid with a green Cerakote sleeve
- Domed With Comfort Fit — Sits easy whether you're at the desk or in the field
- History That Didn't Retire Quietly — Some legacies belong on the front line, not in a museum
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FORGED FROM HISTORY
Steel that actually saw the war
The inlay in this ring isn't inspired by a Sherman Tank — it IS one. Sourced from genuine WWII-era M4 Sherman steel, this is metal that rolled across real ground in a real war. Paired with a black zirconium shell and finished in military-green Cerakote, it carries the kind of credentials no jeweler's bench could manufacture on its own.
LEGACY, NOT DECORATION
Some men don't need a museum piece
The Ronson isn't a collector's item — it's a daily carry for someone who understands what the steel means. WWII didn't produce relics; it produced a standard. Green Cerakote sleeve, tank-grade inlay, black zirconium shell: this ring doesn't commemorate toughness. It continues it.
HAMMERED INTO SHAPE
Built to wear hard and look it
The hammered black zirconium exterior isn't decorative — it's a finish that earns its texture. Charcoal gray, dense, and unapologetically tough, it wraps the tank steel beneath it like armor over armor. The domed comfort fit means it settles on your hand without fuss, the way a man who's already proven himself doesn't need to announce it.
Product Details
The Ronson is crafted from black zirconium, a metal that develops its deep charcoal gray color through a heat-oxidation process — not a plating or coating that can chip or peel. The result is a ring with a tough, darkened outer layer that's as durable as it looks.
The hammered finish gives each ring a raw, hand-worked texture that catches light unevenly for a bold, dimensional look. It's the opposite of a mirror polish — deliberately rugged, with every facet reinforcing the no-frills character of the design.
The inlay is sourced from actual WWII-era Sherman Tank steel, making every ring a wearable piece of military history. That steel is paired with a green Cerakote sleeve — the same ceramic polymer coating used on modern firearms — locking in the material and adding a bold, mission-ready color accent. The inlay sits beneath a protective epoxy layer that continues the profile of the ring to preserve the look you love.
The Ronson features a comfort fit interior, meaning the inside of the band is slightly curved rather than flat. That rounded profile reduces contact with the finger and makes slipping the ring on and off noticeably easier — ideal whether you're behind a desk or getting your hands dirty.
Clean The Ronson with warm water and mild soap, then dry it thoroughly — the black zirconium exterior is scratch resistan. Avoid prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners, which can dull the Cerakote sleeve and the protective epoxy layer over time.
Getting the right fit the first time matters, especially with a comfort fit band. Take time to measure properly with our Manly Ring Sizer before you order. Find your size.
Before You Buy
The honest answers
Yes — the steel inlay is sourced from genuine WWII-era Sherman Tank steel, not a reproduction or decorative stand-in. It's real military history metal cut down and set into your ring, finished with a green Cerakote sleeve that echoes the tank's original field color.
Black zirconium is scratch resistant, making it one of the toughest materials in men's rings. The hammered finish actually helps here — its textured surface disguises minor scuffs far better than a polished finish would, so it keeps looking sharp with hard daily use.
The deep charcoal gray of the black zirconium reads true to life, though the hammered texture adds a subtle dimension — catching light differently as it moves — that flat product photos can't fully capture. The green Cerakote sleeve pops more vividly in person than it tends to in digital images.
The comfort fit sleeve means the inside of the ring is gently rounded rather than flat, so it glides on and off easily and doesn't create pressure points across the inner finger. Most wearers forget it's on after the first day, whether they're typing at a desk or working with their hands.
Wipe the ring down regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth to remove oils and grime. Avoid prolonged soaking or harsh chemical cleaners, which can degrade the Cerakote sleeve over time. A quick rinse with mild soap and warm water, followed by thorough drying, is all it needs to stay looking its best. Prolonged submersion in water can weaken and separate the protective epoxy layer from the zirconium.
Black zirconium is generally considered hypoallergenic and a great choice for anyone with nickel sensitivities or reactive skin — it's widely used in medical applications. If you have a known allergy to a specific metal, check with your doctor, but the vast majority of sensitive skin wearers have no issues.
The comfort fit interior gives your finger a little more breathing room than a standard fit band, which helps on warmer days when fingers tend to swell. If you're concerned about fit, measure at different times of day using our size guide to find your true range.
Getting your size right before ordering is worth the extra effort — ring size can fluctuate by time of day and temperature. Use our Find Your Size tool at home for the most accurate measurement before you order.
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You can order with confidence knowing that no matter how far off you are on your first order, our crew of experts will help you nail down the right size and get it to you as quickly as humanly possible.
Lifetime Limited Warranty
At Manly Bands, we go to great lengths to create the hippest, highest-quality wedding bands at affordable prices—and we stand behind them. That’s why every ring comes with our lifetime manufacturing warranty, covering any manufacturing defects completely free of charge.
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WHO IS MANLY BANDS?
Meet John and Michelle, the husband and wife team who started Manly Bands out of their garage in 2016.
After having a horrible experience finding John's wedding band with limited sizes, boring options and an awful customer experience, they set out to change the ring industry and make the most badass bands for every hand.
A BAND FOR EVERY MAN
We believe that your experience with your new Manly Band should be epic, so we set out to create a unique and awesome experience when you are unboxing your band. Here's what's all included.
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Rugged Ring Storage Case
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Badass New Wedding Band
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FREE Silicone Band for work or play
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