[Thrash]

So. I thought I would make a little journal/advice thread for me here temporarily.

I am planning my future out as we speak. I am actually about to take my lunch break to go look at some rings for my future bride. One of my high school teachers knows a jeweler and said he would give me a good deal.
Regardless, i am just looking. I refuse to buy unless I have the cash. I will not destroy my credit card!
When I get it figured out I will post pics.
Also, i have an idea for how I want to ask her, but will need some input. I think it is pure genius, but I could be wrong...

[tmlfan123]

Originally Posted by Thrash

I am planning my future out as we speak. I am actually about to take my lunch break to go look at some rings for my future bride. One of my high school teachers knows a jeweler and said he would give me a good deal.
Regardless, i am just looking. I refuse to buy unless I have the cash. I will not destroy my credit card!
When I get it figured out I will post pics.
Also, i have an idea for how I want to ask her, but will need some input. I think it is pure genius, but I could be wrong...

This makes me happy.

Good plan. I would never buy something that expensive on credit.

Um... if you want us to give you input on your idea, you're gonna have to tell us what it is

[Thrash]

Um... Well, i have the scenario all figured out, but i am on my phone at work... So either i will type it later on my phone (which will be really annoying!), or I will just wait until i get home!

[BillSPrestonEsq]

a few thoughts.

1) Is there a diamond district locally? Within a few hours
2) Pay cash and let it be known you will be paying cash as you negotiate the price of a ring. Diamonds are a high paced business where cash is king.
3) Do not go to a chain store. Period.
4) Custom rings can be less expensive than you think. (this is where I got my wedding ring, Wedding Rings & Celtic engagement Rings: affordable & unique gold ring designs!)
5) Know the culture of your diamond dealer. There are a few major types, and knowing the cultural bargaining methods used will help. PM me if you are unsure of what I mean.

I buy expensive things on credit all the time and pay them off, but with diamonds, expect to pay 10% less if you pay cash.

[Thrash]

what do you mean by "diamond district"?
Yeah, I am not going to a chainstore! In fact i am sitting outside nervous as hell right now....
Gah, it really sucks doing this on my phone....
The rest i am not sure of... But i do know i am interested in custom made.

[Thrash]

Truck just died across the street from jeweler. I was too scared to go in and i sat here in my truck too long.

Now my gf has to come bring the cables... Hope she doesnt notice... Man, i just made a mess.

[OiBoyz]

Depending on how your lady feels about it, you could check into some estate pieces. I love old things, so I wouldn't be at all offended if my intended got something antique. In fact I'd probably prefer it. But your lady may feel differently about having something pre-owned.

[Thrash]

Originally Posted by OiBoyz

Depending on how your lady feels about it, you could check into some estate pieces. I love old things, so I wouldn't be at all offended if my intended got something antique. In fact I'd probably prefer it. But your lady may feel differently about having something pre-owned.

We both actually love vintage items, so that is something I have been considering... I checked out ebay, but frankly, i dont trust biying something like this over ebay. I want to be able to touch it and decide.
Geez. I went to the jewelers and one i was looking at was 1100. Ugh. Why are important things expensive!???!!!! 478\;&$4574"5$\8'0"5$\jukfrndugfkd

[BillSPrestonEsq]

Originally Posted by Thrash

We both actually love vintage items, so that is something I have been considering... I checked out ebay, but frankly, i dont trust biying something like this over ebay. I want to be able to touch it and decide.
Geez. I went to the jewelers and one i was looking at was 1100. Ugh. Why are important things expensive!???!!!! 478\;&$4574"5$\8'0"5$\jukfrndugfkd

what size and grade of stone?

[OiBoyz]

You could check into some estate sales. Or even pawn shops. If you find something you like, it can be resized if needed. Or you could find the stones you like and then would have something to use to do a custom ring.

Any meaningful rings/stones in your family that you might be able to use?

[Thrash]

i dont know... But i do remember there was a 1 karat for 2800... So im guessing this one i was looking at was around 1/3 of a kt maybe? I wish I could recall..

[Thrash]

Originally Posted by OiBoyz

You could check into some estate sales. Or even pawn shops. If you find something you like, it can be resized if needed. Or you could find the stones you like and then would have something to use to do a custom ring.

Any meaningful rings/stones in your family that you might be able to use?

thats a good idea. Especially about the stones. I know the bands are relatively cheap. Unfortunately we dont have any family jewels that i know of...
Yeah. I used to go to estate sales all the time... Ill have to start again!

[OiBoyz]

Originally Posted by Thrash

Unfortunately we dont have any family jewels that i know of...

You won't need those til later anyhow...

[bravesfan007]

The diamond I bought was just under .5 carat and was absolutely beautiful. I saved a lot of money by avoiding the chain stores. I would recommend spending some time on the internet reading up on diamonds. It helps to know where you can cut corners a little bit to get something to match your price range as well as look stunning. Check out this place for some helpful information.

[DaGeek]

How've the wedding details been going, Thrash?