Most people wear rings as a matter of habit and seldom stop to think what could happen. If your ring catches on a moving machine part or on a fixed object when your body is moving rapidly, your finger could be torn off. If you think the ring will come off, think again. Testing has found that it takes 1,670 pounds of pull to break an average ring. This means that it’s doubtful a ring will break before your finger will. So don’t take any chances - leave your rings and other jewelry at home. or on a fixed object