I received my package today and removed my platinum ring myself in 5 minutes. Some tips. Don't push so hard. If your ring slips out of a small notch, you are squeezing the ring too hard. Apply light pressure and let the serrated edge take effect. The cut is narrow. After looking for a way to straighten the ring, I found an oil can that works best. I cut off the ring from my right hand without help. It was quick once I stopped pushing so hard. Let the wheel turn with some effort, it cuts right through. My platinum ring was harder to straighten than I expected. I stood in front of my tool box and considered my options. I needed something thin so I went back to the kitchen to get a metal icing spatula. A cheap butter knife set that is thinner turned out to be the perfect tool. Use a little before switching sides to open it up so you don't twist the ring too much. Voila! Trapped for 2 years I'm free now Well not for nothing I have to get the ring fixed for $4,000.