[Jewelry making - Article 00431] - [Orchid] Titanium question

[go2ashow]

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    This question is concerning a titanium barbell(body jewelry).  I
    recently purchased one of these barbells, only to have what appears
    like a layer of paint peel off the ball and post after only 2wks
    use.  So my question is, is this normal wear or some kind of flaw?
    Also is there some way of knowing or testing the quality of
    titanium?  I was told at the point of purchase that titanium was
    superior to surgical steel is this true?  I was under the impression
    that titanium products are made of titanium not coated,  am I
    correct in this line of thinking?                             
    Thanking-you for any help Ryan  AT (go2ashow AT netscape.net)

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