A ring should fit like a second skin—secure, yet comfortable. Whether it’s an engagement ring, wedding band, or heirloom piece, wearing a ring that doesn’t fit quite right can be both uncomfortable and risky. At LSO Jewelers, we specialize in custom jewelry services, including expert ring resizing. If you’ve ever wondered whether your ring needs resizing, how the process works, or what factors affect the outcome, this guide is for you.
When is Ring Resizing Necessary?
Here are a few common signs it’s time to resize your ring:
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Too Tight: If your ring feels snug, leaves a deep indentation, or is hard to remove even with soap and water, it likely needs to be sized up.
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Too Loose: If your ring spins constantly or slips off when your hands are cold, resizing down will help you avoid losing it.
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Life Changes: Weight changes, pregnancy, temperature fluctuations, or aging can all affect finger size.
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Inherited Jewelry: Heirloom pieces are often beautiful but rarely the perfect size out of the box.
No matter the reason, a properly fitted ring should slide on easily and come off with slight resistance at the knuckle.
How the Ring Resizing Process Works
At LSO Jewelers, we use precise techniques to ensure your resized ring retains its original beauty and structural integrity. The process varies depending on whether the ring needs to be made larger or smaller:
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Sizing Down: We remove a small section of the band and carefully solder the ends back together, followed by polishing and re-rounding.
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Sizing Up: If the increase is minor, the ring can be stretched. For larger adjustments, we add extra metal to the band to ensure strength and comfort.
After resizing, your ring is cleaned, polished, and inspected to ensure a seamless finish—so you’d never know it was altered.
What Affects the Cost and Feasibility of Resizing?
Not all rings are created equal. Several factors influence the cost and ability to resize a ring:
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Material: Gold, platinum, and silver are generally easy to resize. Stainless steel, titanium, and tungsten are much harder—sometimes even impossible—to resize.
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Stone Settings: Rings with intricate designs, channel-set stones, or stones all around the band (like eternity rings) require more delicate handling, which can increase the cost.
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Size Change Amount: The more dramatic the size change, the more labor and materials are required, which impacts pricing.
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Condition of the Ring: Older or damaged rings may need reinforcement before resizing can safely be performed.
At LSO Jewelers, we provide transparent estimates and expert advice to help you make the best decision for your jewelry.
Trust the Experts
Ring resizing is both a science and an art. Don’t leave it to chance—bring your ring to LSO Jewelers, where our skilled jewelers will assess your ring, provide guidance, and deliver a perfect fit that feels just right.
Stop by our showroom or contact us today to schedule a complimentary sizing consultation. Let us help you wear your rings with confidence and comfort—just as they were meant to be.