Finger Mate Arthritic Shanks

Finger Mate Hinged Ring Shanks

Finger Mate ring shanks open wide to go over enlarged, swollen, or arthritic knuckles easily, then close and lock securely for a safe and comfortable fit.

No more twisting and turning. No more forcing rings on and off.

Finger Mate shanks are available in a wide variety of widths, styles and all finger sizes, in 14K yellow or white gold and platinum, to replace the conventional shanks of lady's and men's rings. Our jeweler can install Finger Mate shanks in-house, so your jewelry doesn't have to be sent away.


Can any ring be fitted with a Finger Mate hinged ring shank?
Finger Mate hinged shanks are available in a wide variety of styles and widths to accommodate almost any ring. Wedding sets are usually combined onto one Finger Mate shank to make a single ring.



What is it made of?
Finger Mate hinged shanks are made of 14K gold or platinum exclusively. No steel springs or other base metal is ever used in our shanks.

Is this something new?
If you've never heard about it before, of course it's new to you, but Finger Mate has been making hinged shanks since 1964.

How does it work?
The Finger Mate shank opens automatically when the ring is pulled from the top and locks closed when its sides are squeezed together. Its 2-position catch allows for a half-size adjustment when needed. There are no buttons to push, nor is there a dangling flap to engage. The special safety spring allows the shank to open 3 - 4 sizes, but prevents it from opening fully; securing the ring from loss if the catch is not locked.



Is it safe?
Absolutely! The two-position locking mechanism not only provides an extra margin of safety, but it also provides relief if the ring should become too tight on particularly hot or muggy days. Furthermore, a concealed spring prevents the ring from opening too far. There is always a continuous band surrounding the finger.

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