The short answer: Calgary buyers can commission a bespoke engagement ring from us in Manchester online, approve the design in writing and receive the finished ring by insured, tracked FedEx delivery. Duty and import taxes are paid by the customer, and our standard making time is 5 to 6 weeks, which can vary with location and how busy we are.
Calgary couples often share a love of the Rockies, and many proposals there involve a mountain or a trail.
A ring for trails and cold air
Mountain air is dry and cold. Hands dry out, which can leave a film of hand cream on a stone, and fingers shrink in cold weather. A secure, low setting is sensible for hiking, climbing or skiing. Many couples take the ring off for the trail and carry it in a zipped pocket. See engagement rings for hikers in Banff and the Rockies.
Changing temperatures
Weather in Calgary can swing quickly between cold and mild. Fingers swell and shrink with temperature, so a ring that fits well indoors may feel loose outside. We talk through fit with you, and how a slightly snug or slightly roomy size behaves across the year. Our guide to winter gloves and ring fit explains why.
Choosing a stone for active wear
Diamond, sapphire and ruby are well suited to daily wear. See the hardness chart. We label every stone clearly as natural or lab grown.
Design details for a mountain life
A few choices help a ring stand up to an outdoor life. A bezel or low claws keep the stone close to the finger and away from rock and ice. A slightly thicker band resists bending when you grip poles or a steering wheel on a cold morning. A comfort fit band, gently domed inside, slides over cold knuckles more easily. If you plan to add a wedding band later, tell us now so the two can sit flush. Each choice is shown in a CAD render before anything is made.
Time difference
Calgary is roughly seven hours behind the UK for most of the year. Morning calls in Calgary reach us in the afternoon, and most design work happens by message between calls.
How it works
- We discuss your ideas by message or video.
- You approve a design in writing before making starts.
- The ring is made over a standard 5 to 6 weeks, varying with location and how busy we are.
- It arrives insured and tracked with FedEx.
Duty and tax
Import duty and taxes are paid by the customer. Rules differ, and we explain what to expect before you order. Our guides to duty, tax and brokerage on a ring sent to Canada and GST and HST on a ring from the UK cover the detail.
Insuring the ring
Delivery is insured in transit, but once the ring is yours it needs its own cover. Arrange insurance before you plan a trip to the mountains, and keep the invoice and design approval together. Our guide to insuring a ring bought from the UK in Canada explains what to ask an insurer.
Sizing
Canadian sizes commonly follow the US scale. Include a measurement in millimetres with your size, taken indoors at room temperature.
Proposal ideas
Lakes, viewpoints and quiet trails make memorable settings. Check access, weather and daylight, since conditions change quickly in the mountains. Our Banff and Lake Louise proposal ideas has more suggestions.
See winter proposals in Canada, cold climate ring care and written approval. Browse diamonds. Pieces start from £600.
Frequently asked questions
Should I wear my ring hiking? Many people take it off.
Can the ring be low profile? Yes.
Can we plan a proposal date? Yes, talk to us early.
Should I insure the ring before a mountain trip? Yes, arrange cover as soon as the ring is yours.
Do I need to visit Manchester? No, we work by video consultation and message.