Jewellery repairs Glasgow
Ring Resizing in Glasgow
Engagement, wedding, diamond and inherited rings made larger or smaller. Every ring is checked in our workshop before any work starts.
- Established in 1993
- Resized in our own workshop
- Rings bought elsewhere welcome
- Settings checked at the same time
Ring resizing
Can my ring be resized?
Many rings can be made larger or smaller, but every ring needs to be assessed individually. How much a ring can safely be altered depends on:
- The metal
- The design of the ring
- How many sizes it needs to change
- Diamond or gemstone settings
- The thickness and condition of the band
- Any pattern or engraving on the band
Some rings are harder to resize. Full eternity rings, with stones all the way round, and rings made from titanium, tungsten or stainless steel often cannot be resized in the usual way. We will tell you if a ring cannot be altered safely and talk you through the alternatives.
How ring resizing works
Making a ring bigger or smaller
To make a ring smaller, a small section of the band is removed and the ends are joined. To make it larger, the band is stretched slightly or a piece of matching metal is added. The ring is then cleaned and polished.
White gold rings normally need rhodium plating after resizing to restore an even, bright white finish across the join. We will tell you if your ring needs it.
Engagement and diamond rings
Engagement and diamond ring resizing
An engagement ring needs particularly careful assessment, because changing the size of the band can affect the stone settings.
We inspect the ring, check how it is made and advise on the safest approach. If we notice worn claws or a loose stone during the inspection, we will point it out so it can be dealt with at the same time.
Wedding rings
Wedding ring resizing
Fingers change over the years, and a wedding ring that once fitted perfectly can become tight or loose. Bring it in and we will measure your finger and assess the ring.
We know how much a wedding ring can mean, so we explain the proposed work before anything is done.
How it works
Ring resizing in four steps
Bring your ring in
Call into our Gallowgate shop with the ring you want resized.
We measure and assess
We check your finger size and examine the ring, its metal and its settings.
You approve the price
We explain the work and the cost before anything starts.
Resized in our workshop
Your ring is resized, cleaned and polished, ready to collect.
Visit us
Visit our Glasgow shop
Bring your jewellery into the shop and we will examine it and talk you through the options.
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Wilson Craig Jewellers
245 Gallowgate
Glasgow G4 0TP
Directly opposite the Barrowland Ballroom - 0141 552 6266
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Monday to Saturday: 9:30am to 5:30pm
Can you make my ring bigger?
Many rings can be made larger. How much depends on how the ring is made and its design. Small increases can sometimes be made by stretching the band. Larger changes usually need extra metal adding.
Can you make a ring smaller?
Yes, many rings can be made smaller. We examine the ring first to decide the best method.
Can diamond engagement rings be resized?
Many can, but the stone settings and the way the ring is made need to be checked first. We will advise on the safest approach.
Can an eternity ring be resized?
Full eternity rings, with stones all the way round, are difficult to resize because there is no plain section of band to work on. Half eternity rings are often possible. Bring it in and we will advise.
How much does ring resizing cost?
There is no single price for every ring. The cost depends on the metal, the design, how many sizes it needs to change and whether it contains diamonds or gemstones. We give you a price before any work starts.
Will resizing affect my white gold ring?
White gold rings usually need rhodium plating after resizing to restore an even, bright white finish. We will tell you if your ring needs it.
Can an old ring be resized?
Potentially. Older rings are checked for wear and structural condition before any work is undertaken.
Can you resize a ring I bought somewhere else?
Yes. Bring it into the shop and we will assess it.
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