Ring Resizing

There are many reasons why a ring resizing might be necessary. Warm weather, a surprise gift, or the inheritance of a treasured heirloom - all mean that sometimes a ring needs to be carefully resized to fit perfectly and not become uncomfortable or, at worst, stuck. At Pragnell, we specialise in resizing all precious metal rings, including engagement and wedding rings, to ensure they fit flawlessly.

In the video below, follow one of our expert jewellers in our workshops to discover the process of enlarging a ring.

How To Make A Ring Larger?

To make a ring larger, our expert jewellers typically follow the steps below:

Using their years of experience, the jeweller will first assess the ring, to determine its current size and the amount by which it needs to be enlarged. Depending on the design of the ring and the amount of resizing needed, they may choose to resize at the shank of the ring. The adjustment is made at the bottom of the ring, where it is less visible.

To increase the ring's size, a piece of additional precious metal (matching the ring's original material) is inserted into the section. This added precious metal fills the gap created and increases the ring's circumference.

The jeweller then uses a high-temperature solder to bond the added precious metal to the existing ring shank. Careful craftsmanship ensures that the soldered area blends seamlessly with the rest of the ring, whilst retaining the rings integrity and design.

After soldering, the ring is reshaped to its desired size and form, with any rough edges or irregularities expertly smoothed out. The ring is then polished to restore its original finish or to match any specific design details.

Lastly, the resized ring is thoroughly cleaned and given a final inspection to ensure that it meets the clients desired size and our exceptionally high-quality standards.

How To Make A Ring Smaller?

To make a ring smaller, our expert jewellers typically follow the steps below:

The jeweller begins by evaluating the ring's current size and determining the amount by which it needs to be reduced. They will mark the area on the inside of the ring shank where the resizing will occur, using their expertise and knowledge to ensure precision during the process, and where possible retaining any engraving and hallmarks.

Using traditional techniques combined with the latest technology, the jeweller sizes the ring to the correct specifications, using their years of experience to ensure an accurate fit. Depending on the design of the ring and the extent of the resizing needed, the jeweller may resize the ring's shank, carefully removing the necessary amount of precious metal from the section, effectively reducing the ring's circumference. The adjustment is usually made on the bottom part of the shank, where it is less visible.

If the level of resizing is substantial or if the ring has intricate details, the jeweller may use a small piece of matching metal to bridge the gap and ensure a secure bond. Soldering is used to connect the two ends seamlessly.

Once the resizing process is complete, the ring is then inspected to ensure it is the desired size and form, before being polished and refinished by hand to ensure any rough edges or imperfections are smoothed out and ensuring a comfortable fit.

The ring is then thoroughly cleaned and given a final inspection to ensure that it meets the clients desired size and our exceptionally high-quality standards.