How to Stretch & Resize a Ring

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Today we stretch and resize a silver ring, and share a few tips along the way. See the "About" tab to connect with the radical Rocks community and subscribe to our podcast, thanks for stopping by and remember Rockhounds don't die they petrify.

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Congratulations on your first hammer good job

dannyboyd

If the ring has a pattern or precious stones settings using this method can cause distortions in the pattern, and also damage the settings for the stones or the stones themselves. I have also seen the ring split when trying to stretch it. Jewellers have a process of cutting the ring, , bending it out, and welding more gold or silver (whatever is required) to add to the size. Then they do a re-finishing of the ring to make it look like it has never been modified. This is a very special skill.

For stretching and compressing rings there are screw types of tools for this type of work. Better than the hammer method.

jerryg

I love hillbilly repairs. I feel right at home.

Hawken

❤Thanks Shane! All the best from Transylvania

rpp

never make it thru this without a trip to the ER.

evelynscott

Hit the ring stretcher from underneath to release it mate. Good tip, thanks

johnf-kelsey

These are good, screw type ones are a lot easier and more control

zubirhusein

Or use a deep well socket and a hammer. If you don't mind the hammered finish that is.

vsat

Instead of hammering the stretcher to release the ring, I saw this other girl who took her mandrel, inserted it to the stretcher from the bottom and tapped it. Voilà, the stick was dislodged and the ring came right out without a sweat!

emiliac