Ballistic Metal Trax

Another quality design from Ballistic Metal, the Trax is a “chunky” aluminum ring sharing the raw aluminum finish found on several other models. Similar to the raptor in design, the ring has a rectangular profile with the full outer profile notched with grooves from front to back. If looking closely, one can see that the grooves almost appear threaded due to the tool marks as they were cut into the body. For me, this enhances the look, but stands in contrast to the Raptor which has smooth cut notches (albeit far fewer than Trax).

The fit is what you would come to expect from Ballistic Metal. The interior is very slightly radiused giving way to well rounded corners and edges to prevent unwelcome pinching. The exterior grooves are not deep enough to welcome pinching or scratching and are cut in a way that it would never become a problem. Given that Ballistic Metal has been in the game a long time and has produced many quality pieces, it should come as no surprise that the thoughtful design will lead to a comfortable wearing experience.

If I needed to choose a gripe, it would be the fact that I ordered my standard 1 7/8" size, but received a 1 3/4" ring. I suppose I should have expected the same given that the 1 7/8" has been listed as ‘backordered’ on their site for ages… but this one showed up on Etsy as being available so I scooped it up. Oh well - not a big deal. 1 3/4" is certainly serviceable for my size.