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Old 24 January 2017, 08:48 AM   #487
IS250C
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Originally Posted by csi-n View Post
Assuming AP uses Grade 5 Titanium (this is my experience from a JLC model that I own), Ti is 45% lighter than 304/316/904 stainless steel. This grade of Ti has a Vickers hardness of ~350 whereas the steels mentioned here are about ~150-160. So the Ti is more scratch resistant than steel but nowhere as good as ceramic. My JLC is full of scratches both on the bezel and the case (I've been pretty tough on it though).

BTW, I am very excited about the new 44mm ROO Ti and can't wait to see one in person.
Thank you for the information and feedback.
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