How much does it cost to get ring resized?

A jeweler can do the work in as little as two hours, though it may take up to a month if the ring has an intricate setting. A simple resize costs from $20 to $60, depending on the type of metal and region of the country. For a more complex resizing, the cost ranges from $50 to $150.

Does Kays offer free resizing?

We offer free sizing for purchases for any ring within 90 days of purchase. All you have to do is pay the shipping.

How long does it take to get a ring resized at Kays?

If you want to resize a ring at Kay’s, the process usually takes 10 to 14 days. That often includes the shipping time and the time the jeweler needs to resize a ring. However, if you visit a Kay Jeweler store, resizing should be quicker than that.

Can Kay Jewelers make a ring smaller?

Ring size is difficult to determine without the help of a jeweler, and people often get it wrong. The best thing to do is bring the ring to a KAY consultant to discuss your options. Certain designs, such as eternity bands with diamonds encircling the band, also cannot be resized.

Does resizing a ring weaken it?

If you are going up half a size by having the metal stretched, it will thin out and weaken the metal to some degree. In some cases, resizing a ring can also make the ring slightly weaker at the point where the ring is soldered.

Is resizing a ring bad?

The Resizing Process You may have even heard stories about this method. While you can still go for this option, many jewelers advise against this as it weakens a ring’s structure. It can also distort its shape. The best way to make a ring larger is to add metal to increase a band’s circumference.

Can you get a ring resized in one day?

Generally, a small local jeweler will be able to resize the ring for you much more quickly than a chain jewelry store (like Kay or Zales). But it is often the case that the jeweler will be able to have your ring resized for you that same day or the next day.

How much does resizing a ring cost?

On average, a professional ring resizing job can cost anywhere from $10 to $150+ depending on the type of the ring, the material and complexity involved.

Does your ring need to be resized?

The necessity to resize your ring may arise due to a variety of reasons . For example, some people do it because of weight loss or weight gain when the band becomes too loose/tight. Sometimes, people perform a resizing of their rings simply because they want to wear the ring on another finger.

How do you resize a sterling silver ring?

Mill and file the silver stock to follow the dimensions and contour of the ring. Using a mallet, expand the ring to accommodate the cut silver stock. Pound the sides of the ring to widen the gap. Insert the silver stock into the gap and solder it to the ring using your silver solder. Clean the ring with the acid bath.