silentgods Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 so yeah! come to that point in my life where i am trying to get money together for a ring. can any of you dudes offer advice on this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilikeguitars Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 never go to any of those chain stores, robins brothers is the worst. If you go there you're gonna be there for a couple hours, with them trying hard to sell to you. my suggestion is to go to a jewelry district and shop around, haggle as much as you can, and only get what you know she will love. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isavedlatin54 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 hey! im in the same boat. cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homework Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 "Every kiss begins with Kay." Slight of their stupid slogan, the customer service is ace in all establishments I've visited. They also have a solid and affordable category to choose from, i.e. something for everyone type deal. You can't go wrong with Kay. Which local stores have you tried? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trevorxramage Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Shut up homework, you fuckin suck. jonnywreck and michaelmanfredi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgato48 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Umm don't do it. Best advice I can give. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattisr1984 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 - look online first at whats in your area, it helped a lot. you would think that would be obvious but if not - you will be driving all over the place. -read / ask about their replacement / warranty policies. some places - like kay and jared (owned by the same parent company) - have very stringent policies if the diamond ever falls out. it was something like she will need to have the prongs checked every 6 months otherwise replacement is not covered should it ever fall out. -theres all different kinds of cuts and sizes of diamonds and furthermore, theyre rated for clarity, etc. and that effects the price of the diamond. -i really think the best thing to do is to go in there with a set budget in mind and stay away from financing. because its considered a luxury purchase, it will be an exorbitant rate (dude across the aisle from me got an interest rate of 27.9% interest after 6 months - ouch). -if the ring needs to be sized down, make sure they put the gold back into the band (otherwise theyre just practically stealing gold from you). if you think it may need to be larger, keep in mind you may have to pay get it resized since theyre adding gold. some places offer free resizing either way in their warranties - others dont. hope that helps and good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerseydave77 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I skipped the diamond and went with Fair Trade platinum crafted by a local artist - it's really nice. Look into the provenance of the Diamond, I'll suggest Canadian Diamonds. There is some serious bullshit surrounding the diamond trade and it's worthwhile to take into consideration where they are coming from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeytags Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I took my wife into some stores and got an idea of what she wanted. even went so far as to let her pick out the center diamond. then i worked with the jeweler to design the final product, which she didn't see until I proposed. she loved it, it was a combined effort so I didn't have to stress as much about finding the right stone, but still got to surprise her. i definitely recommend using a local shop if possible, and don't rush into anything. a good jeweler won't pressure you and will work with you until you get exactly what you want. also, a good shop will offer free cleanings for life, which will involve checking for loose stones. and don't forget to get an appraisal and insurance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maneatingcow Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 The bloodier the diamond the more you love her. 3arl, jonnywreck and BBech 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzersonKillwell Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Echo people saying check out other stones. If you know your girl wants a diamond don't try and surprise with something else but there are lots of badass rings with other stones. The setting can make it look all engagement like. If you it isn't a surprise go together, have a few beers, try some shit on. If it is a surprise bring a friend that is a girl, but not her fucking friend. As long as you stay out of the mall you can get a jeweler to design of suggest something pretty at any price. I found it to be real easy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isavedlatin54 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 my girl isnt too crazy about diamonds, so im always looking for help (semi hijacking this thread) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GradedOnACurve Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 So glad my wife didn't need diamonds. Got a tanzanite with white sapphires embedded around the ring. Definitely check out other stones if she could live without the diamond. Otherwise good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzersonKillwell Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I think my wife may have a tanzanite as well, but could be a tourmaline. It is green, which isn't the most normal color for either stone so I get it confused. They can do any stone in any setting so have them show you some cool colors when you go in. I think the ones that are lighter and clearer look a little more wedding like, but that is just me. My wife wasent crazy about diamonds but I made her try a few on anyway just to make sure. Easy to say you don't want a diamond but didn't want any remorse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattalica17 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 get one covered in the blood of children Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattalica17 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I skipped the diamond and went with Fair Trade platinum crafted by a local artist - it's really nice. Look into the provenance of the Diamond, I'll suggest Canadian Diamonds. There is some serious bullshit surrounding the diamond trade and it's worthwhile to take into consideration where they are coming from. canadian diamonds are made from hockey pucks from millions of years ago that have been compressed in the earth for so long they turn into diamonds. even if there is no blood there is still all the environmental ish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattalica17 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 but for real what about getting tattoo rings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
controlthebleeding Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 but for real what about getting tattoo rings. cheapest and easiest. and permanent. if that doesn't say i love you, what does. and you cant lose them. and you can put a diamond tattooed on it if need be. its a win win. both of you are pale enough where it'll shine through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattalica17 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 much harder to cheat too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monsterrod Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 I assume the future Ms. Bastard Samurai is ok with large Baphomet posters. I'm with Jerseydave77, it's tough to justify a diamond considering what goes in to obtaining them. Ring tattoos for life; cheap/serious commitment/romantic (in my opinion)/ awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partysmasher Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Propose with a cheap one and take her to buy the real one. Also, forget whatever budget you're trying to keep to! NB: taking her and breaking the budget are probably directly linked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emo Revival Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Propose with a cheap one and take her to buy the real one. Also, forget whatever budget you're trying to keep to! NB: taking her and breaking the budget are probably directly linked. I disagree I took my gf (soon to be fiancé) and actually spent less than expected. Granted we're saving for a house, but still she picked less fancy and extravagant than I was expecting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Hundred Fifty-Two Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 -i really think the best thing to do is to go in there with a set budget in mind and stay away from financing. because its considered a luxury purchase, it will be an exorbitant rate (dude across the aisle from me got an interest rate of 27.9% interest after 6 months - ouch). Why didn't he use his credit card? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebiglebowski Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 What's the rule, spend 1/4 of your yearly salary? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzersonKillwell Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 There abouts. 3 months generally. But that is for a diamond. Spend that much on another stone you got a big ass ring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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