How to size a sterling silver ring with the stone in it

Learn how to size a Sterling Silver ring with a stone in it without using a laser welder. In this educational / instructional video from John Hartman of Durango Silver Company you will learn how to size a ring smaller without using a laser welder, using mostly basic jewelry tools. This techniques lets any jeweler easily size almost any style of handmade or manufactured silver ring.
Specialty Tools we use in ring sizing video.
The GRS ring size cutter : www.grs.com/pr...
The Chicago pneumatic engraver : www.grainger.c...
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[@justiniananthonymostert6254]

I've been a jeweller most of my working life and in my opinion , nothing beats workshop experience and I still love learning from other craftsmen. One learns something all the time. Thank you sharing your knowledge gained through experience.

[@susanjay5507]

Hi John! Sue J here, from CaliCollectsbles. I recently spoke to you via email regarding Bisbee Turquoise since I knew you would know the difference between stones, & of course you did and responded w quickness, generously sharing your knowledge w me. Ty again for that and now... I see you are also an expert at silversmithing! You have done such an excellent job w this ring! And again, generously sharing ! Now that I know this I have a few heirloom pieces that I would totally trust you to fix for me! I will be sending you an email shortly. So glad my niece found this video for me! Thank you for being the stand up man that you are. The world needs more people like you!

[@Jerseynics22]

I really enjoy all your lessons! I find them so very helpful in my early years as a self taught silversmith!

[@e2saddlery946]

Thanks John Hartman…Lisa [ maiden name Hartman] here. Working with stones 925 silver in my custom equestrian gear; this is the best video I have seen for my unique issues. Thank you again!

[@sparkymockenhaupt878]

I love the videos put out by this family. So informative. I've learned so much about turquoise and sterling silver jewelry made by Native Americans, and it's all from watching you and your son, Dillon. Thank you for all you do, John!

[@dravenmorgenstern1692]

I want to be a jeweler/silversmith one day! I love this stuff!! 😍

[@rushka1354]

Thank you for your video. Very informative. You are a true master of your trade.

[@animoART_ilona_]

You are just fantastic! Thank you!👍⚒️⚜️

[@Shukarr]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@contourizm]

This is FANTASTIC, thank you!!!

[@dougreed9843]

I am grateful you share your wisdom and want to meet you in the near future you and your son are very knowledgeable and are wonderful teachers I am new to the world of silver smithing and watching as many videos as possible Im a senior sort of so the music makes it difficult to hear the conversation for me but I still watch and really look forward to being a customer for years to come thank you John

[@painthorsedreams]

You are always so insightful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@MARIETTAGILWAY]

Mr. Hartman, you are so very knowledgeable, it is fascinating to watch you. Yes , I learn something every time I look at your videos, even a second time. Thank You

[@samuellaramsey5963]

all I can say is WOW!!! I learned so much! Thank you!!!

[@lorimangold2890]

That water trick is a great idea

[@cherokeecowboy7558]

Awesome information! Thank you!

[@DarlingBo-bannie]

Awesome! I always wondered how to do that. Thanks! ❤

[@1lefty123]

A GEM of a video!!

[@johnellison1072]

Master craftsmen good job!

[@Ihavetodothis000]

Thank you! This was a very helpful video.

[@MommaNoyce]

Wish you lived in Tucson!! This is the next best thing! Thank you!

[@jodiejensen-feist9874]

Thank you!!! I just started making jewelry in my grandfather's shop. I wish my grandpa was still alive to teach us but watching you had helped so much. I believe he would have taught us exactly like you, so thank you for the help

[@kristibbradshaw]

I love those malets. I use one for leather work and that ring sizer is fantastic.

[@eliandjessica878]

Hey I just stumbled upon your videos And I just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to educate us on your skills. I’m brand new to making silver jewelry and need all the help I can get. I have no idea what to do, learning as I go and am very grateful for all your content. Have a great day.

[@corystreat7605]

THANK YOU BIG JOHN!!!! BEST TIP EVER!!!! I have a professional jeweler/ maker friend that told me fat out that I must remove the stone. You just greatly expended my body of work, Cory

[@janes1239]

Thank you for sharing your expertise! I have learned so much!

[@binkswhitesocks6737]

Thank you, great information,

[@ewadsworth]

This was great! Thanks!

[@gretapollaris6006]

You are an awesome teacher!!!!

[@darcam]

Awesome 👌

[@JaySmith-do1ld]

Thank you so much I love your videos so informative and your style is excellent those who pay attention can learn a lot nice to see different tricks and tips from the ones being in business so long

[@teperikaetr]

I love your video. I am taking Metal smith classes. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Take care and many blessings.

[@djinman1837]

Thanks so much!

[@jeremywallenkamp4824]

Thx for everything you teach us!

[@johnarchuleta9893]

Thank you! Very informative for the novice.

[@pippinhillhaviland1147]

Learned a lot, thank you!

[@BirgerLofmanOfficial]

Thank you VERY much for teaching this John! I always wandered how it was done without the stone being removed. 👍

[@lindamcmurray3807]

Great video! Thank you for showing how to do this! I picked up many tips.

[@texasgigi3684]

Hello, John. Thanks so much for this video. I wish I had seen this sooner. I burnt the turquoise in a pendant I was making last night. 😩 I also ordered a cooling gel from Etsy. Hopefully I’ve burned up my last stone, or gallery wire!! Thanks again for a great video!!

[@celiahirschman]

Thank you so much for your time & expertise. Really appreciate it!

[@archgreen1]

great tip John, thanks.

[@vladimirkovacevic1656]

awesome ring

[@laxmi7077]

Thnx for tge video

[@Liflowcbd]

I tried something similar in a glass dish the other day . It didn't go well, in fact it went all over the floor. I should have seen that coming. Cast iron skillet make total sense. I don't yet have a hot enough flame, but I have my eye on them, I'm just not ready. Thanks for the video. Really cool to see how a pro goes about these techniques.

[@cacti789]

Thank you!

[@bethtopper2797]

Hey John! I love your videos! Curious if you could post another one expanding on how to resize rings without the special tool you were using? What formula do you use to resize rings?

[@vickieleahy3607]

Hi John. Great Video. What size tip are you using on the torch?

[@rachelberger6968]

This is a fantastic video, thank you for sharing your knowledge! Would you be able to share information on resizing correctly if I don’t yet * (looks like a great tool) own the ring resized/cutter?

[@texasgigi3684]

Yes, please. We newbies don’t have all of the tools yet!!

[@dolsen1959do]

Your so amazing love the video

[@kaceegibson782]

Which torch are you using?

[@ariannasmith8042]

Great video and great info! Baby metalsmith here wondering if this technique works with pearl rings set in gold? Worried about the water/heat affecting the pearls 😬

[@kromair22]

Hi John, love all your videos. Question: what is the pressure settings on your oxygen and acetylene?

[@ritzie3131]

I've always loved turquoise (it's my birthstone, maybe that's why). SO SO happy I have found your company and your videos. I would love someday to own a true vintage piece, but for now I'm happy acquiring small pieces that are REAL. I love that these stones are believed to have healing properties, and I also love that there's a history tied to them. I want pieces that are signed by the artist, and as I said, someday, a piece that was originally made by a NA for a NA. In the cases of older pieces like that, do you ever learn WHO originally owned it? I'll be a frequent visitor to your site and follower of your videos, and hopefully a customer as well.

[@deannajohnson9723]

Thank you for this! I tried cool gel but my solder wouldn’t flow. I have an acetylene/air torch...is that not hot enough?

[@BrendaH289]

I have a turquoise bracelet that broke right underneath a stone… does the turquoise have to be removed to fix it?

[@bb8218]

#JohnHartman Nice technique sir. Sir can it be done on 9.25 starling silver with solitaire AD stones or any other imitation ring? Or this flame process will ruin the total ring if it's not pure silver?

[@Stonesessions]

Thank you so much! This is exciting! Would you say it’s impossible to get the heat needed for this by using a hand held Butane torch? I dont have the other type...yet. Thanks!

[@tobykrell9450]

I think I heard you say you use "jeweler's sawdust" to level your setting. Is there a sawdust from a specific tree that is more suitable? Many thanks.

[@whitneyclarahan7825]

Hi there! Loved the video. Did you make the ring shank you resized? If so, I would LOVE to see a tutorial for this style!

[@kansasguy67060]

how do you size up a mans turquoise ring with the stone in it? (about a half size up to maybe 3 quarters)

[@kristibbradshaw]

Easy peasy lemon squeeze.

[@shahzaman8776]

MashAllah ❤️😍

[@tattoofthesun]

That stone is righteous - Apache Blue?

[@emanuelroth7960]

I watched to see if I can resize my silver ring at home easily. Negative, Ghost Rider.

[@amberhohman829]

Wow, mouth hanging open!