A light, strong, corrosion-resistant metal used either as commercially pure titanium or as the Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5) alloy. The default serious metal of the hobby.

Density / weight impression

Around 4.4–4.5 g/cm³ — noticeably lighter than steel or brass at the same size. Feels substantial but not heavy.

Machining behaviour

Tough and slow to machine; work-hardens and is hard on tooling. Quality titanium work signals a capable maker.

Surface behaviour

Takes stonewash, blast, and polish well. Anodises by oxide-layer interference — colour is set by voltage, not dye — and torch-colours with heat.

Feel in hand

Warms to skin temperature quickly, with a smooth, slightly soft tactile character. Comfortable for long carry.

Sound influence

Muted and refined rather than ringing — a softer voice than steel or brass.

Finish compatibility

Stonewashed, bead-blasted, polished, anodised (interference colour), heat and flame coloured.

Collector appeal

The benchmark material — light, durable, colourable, and associated with well-made objects.

Common object types

Sliders, haptic coins, spinners.