When you start to shop for a new ring, you first and foremost want to make sure you find something that looks great and has a personal connection for yourself or whoever is going to wear the ring. At some point, usually after you’ve picked out a ring you love, your attention will turn toward ordering the correct size so the ring fits perfectly from day one. It might seem like that would be tricky when buying online, but we make it easy.
Let’s spend a bit of time on this page discussing how ring sizing works, what you need to know about ordering the correct size, and anything else that can help you pick out the ideal size for the finger that will be home to this beautiful piece of jewelry.
How Are Rings Sized?
As a starting point, you should understand that ring sizes are determined by the inside measurement of the ring. In other words, the distance from the inside of the band on one side of the ring to the inside of the band on the other side is the measurement that matters. Those measurements are taken in millimeters, although that is not the end of the story. Once a millimeter measurement is taken, that number can be translated into an actual ring size. At GoodRings, we use the U.S. Comfort Fit sizing.
So, for example, if you measure the inside diameter of a ring and it comes out to 16.1mm, that would equate to a Size 5.5 ring. Or, if you found a measurement of 23mm, that would be a Size 14 ring. Of course, knowing the size of the ring after you can measure it is one thing, but what if you don’t have a ring yet and you need to know what to order? That’s the more common situation for men’s ring sizing, so let’s discuss it below.
Measuring a Ring Finger
While you could take a measurement of your ring finger using a tool like a set of calipers, it would be easier to simply use a ring sizer. With a ring sizer in hand, you can simply wrap it around your finger and read the result. These are affordable tools to purchase, and we sell them for $0 at GoodRings! To purchase a ring sizer please click this link. Taking this extra step is much better than needing to go through the ring resizing process later if it doesn’t fit the first time.
Think About Personal Preference
Getting the right size is mostly about using a tool to measure your needs, but there is also the matter of personal preference to take into consideration here. Some people simply like to wear their rings tighter than others. If you want your ring to fit snugly, be sure to order a size that is right on for the measurement you took. Conversely, if you would rather have the ring go on and off with ease, go up a half size from your measurement just to have some wiggle room.
One Other Option
If you don’t feel confident in taking this measurement yourself, or you don’t want to wait to receive a ring sizer, you can always stop by a jewelry store to have the job done by a professional. Most shops will do it for free, and it only takes a moment. Men’s ring sizing is something these experts do all the time, so it won’t be any problem for them to tell you exactly what size is right for your finger. If you are going to buy from GoodRings, just remember that we use Comfort Fit sizing, so let the jeweler know that’s the sizing that you would like to use. For the best results, ask for the mm measurements and compare it to our ring size chart.
Shop with Us Today!
GoodRings is committed to making sure you get exactly what you want and expect when you order from us. That means not only delivering a product that is of high quality and free from defects but also helping you order the right size the first time. Take a moment today to contact us if you have questions about ring sizing or anything else related to your order and we’ll be happy to help. We look forward to hearing from you soon!