Ring Resizing - Leopard Jewelry

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Ring Resizing in Leopard Jewelry

When you choose to entrust us with the task of resizing your ring, you can be confident that it will be delivered back to you in pristine condition. Our main objective is to deliver outstanding service and impeccable craftsmanship. Don't hesitate to reach out to us today to arrange a consultation.

Ring resizing is a frequent procedure that is typically done for reasons such as weight fluctuations or receiving a ring that does not fit correctly. Various techniques are commonly used to resize a ring, including stretching for minor enlargements, compressing for smaller sizes, or cutting the band and adding or removing metal for more significant size changes. The level of complexity involved in resizing depends on factors such as the ring's material, design intricacies, and whether it contains gemstones that may be affected by the process. The complexity of the ring resizing process depends on various factors such as the ring's design, material, and whether it has gemstones. It's recommended to return to the original jeweler for resizing, but other reputable jewelers can also offer this service. Prices vary depending on the job's complexity and materials used, ranging from $20 to several hundred dollars. It's essential to avoid DIY resizing kits as they can damage the ring's structure or stones.

Ring Sizing Up

There are several approaches to extend a ring. it may be achieved really the use of a mallet and mandrel, a commercial ring stretching device or with the aid of adding an extra piece of metal to the shank.

Mallet and Mandrel

We anneal the hoop and place it on a smooth ring mandrel. Then, we should begin hitting the hoop with either a wooden mallet or metallic hammer. We must remove the ring, flip it over, and vicinity it lower back onto the mandrel to repeat the process or even out the profile of the hoop. for the duration of this technique, we will need to test their progress with a hoop gauge at normal periods and anneal as required. A metallic hammer gets faster results however will go away indentations within the ring in an effort to want to be eliminated. This method is extra suitable for smaller alterations, supplied there's sufficient steel thickness within the shank to stretch.

Ring Stretching tool

once more, this technique is suitable for small alterations (up to at least one size), and includes a vertical mandrel connected to a lever which opens up the perimeters of the tool to widen the circumference.
the hoop need to be annealed beforehand, and care ought to be fascinated by thin shanks as they can snap very without problems whilst positioned underneath this amount of strain.

Soldering in an extra Piece of metal

1- First we can need to noticed open the ring alongside the preceding solder join. If we can’t see it, gently heat the metal and it should soon emerge as obvious.

2- We open out the ring a little to permit we to line up the extra piece.

3- Then, we workout the extra length wanted the use of the approach above, and then allow a piece extra on top of this to help with fitting.

4- while we ensure the ends are fitting flush, apply flux after which we solder the new piece in using tough solder.

5- It ought to be measured the new piece to the exact length wanted and mark with dividers.

6- It must be seen the new piece to the exact length, and bend it round to meet the opposite stop ensuring a snug fit.

7- We flux and solder the two ends collectively. we will use a lower grade of solder or use hard solder once more, so long as We re-flux the preceding be a part of.

8- We pickle, file, re-shape and polish to complete the technique.

Reducing the Size of a Ring

There are two methods for reducing the size of a ring: removing a piece from the shank or using a ring reducing tool.

Ring Sizing Down

When our skilled jewelers utilize the latter method, using a commercial tool with a reducing plate containing tapered holes. The ring is placed into a hole that allows the top edge to sit slightly above the surface of the tool. The base plate rotates until the ring is directly under the flat plate at the bottom of the mandrel, and pressure is increased to push the ring into the hole. This process is repeated to even out the profile, and we anneal the ring as needed. Trust us to handle your ring resizing needs with care and precision. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Removing a Piece of Metal

1- Our expert Jewelers begin by opening the ring at the solder joint.

2- They then use the technique outlined at the beginning of this article to accurately measure and mark the amount of metal that needs to be removed to achieve the desired size.

3- The unwanted piece is then sawed off from the shank and bent into shape with half round pliers, ensuring a snug fit between the two ends.

4- Hard solder is used to flux and join the two ends together.

5- The ring is then pickled, filed, reshaped and polished for a flawless finish.

Notice: Remember to always follow the adage, "measure twice, cut once!"