Titan tradition.

[He makes a motion with one hand.]

Armor is built by people in the field, not in the city's forges. I can do as much as I can, because that's how it goes.

[There's a slight pause.]

Letting someone else touch your armor like that is a huge show of trust. You're basically trusting them with your life and wellbeing.

[He offers a small smile.]

I trust you with it. You make repairs? I know I'll be safe.