David Bernatz Jewelers

(404 reviews)

Honest, knowledgeable, and professional. They quickly diagnosed the issues, explained everything…read moreclearly, and fixed the problems that could be repaired. I really appreciated their honesty and great service. Highly recommend!

I went in today to have my very expensive vintage Rolex looked at. George one of the brothers took…read moreit in the back completely took it apart and came back with his evaluation. So thorough so detailed that if I get this done because it's expensive, they are the only people I will use. Also, I saw wall clocks and all kinds of stuff that looked so cool so this is definitely an out of the way find. Easy parking right out front. The place for watch Repair.

Ocean Time

(61 reviews)

i highly recommend ocean time for watch repairs . dr dave…read moresmooth jazz guitarist. spotify: dr dave & the housecall band

First of all, the location is fantastic right in the middle of Encinitas, right on the main street…read morecan't miss it. A small locally owned shop run by Dan. And Dan knows his stuff, oh he knows it and he will fix what you need fixed and sell your cool watch too if that's what you need plus he has some clocks that I have never seen before. OK, he also happens to be the nicest man in the world so if you have watch issues go see Don Parking up and down the street.

Bravo Jewellers - Voted Best Local Jewelry Store

(385 reviews)

I read the reviews and made an appointment. Learned that…read moreBravo was recently voted an award as being the best in Carlsbad. Best decision I've made lately! Bravo helped me buy my wife of 30 years a beautiful new diamond ring. We had the pleasure of working with Ms. Raven and she presented so many wonderful options to go with. She did a terrific job recommending design options that looked best on my wife's hand. In short I'm going back soon to visit bravo to get their help in redesigning and repurposing the old ring.. Thanks Bravo Jewellers you really earned that award! Rick from Carlsbad

Bravo is truly incredible. I honestly don't even have the words. Katherine was an absolute saint…read moreand helped make a lifelong dream come true. I came in with a very special vision for my engagement ring and wanted to incorporate my maternal family members into a timeless design. We stopped by Bravo on a whim, with no intention of committing to anything, just to browse and gather ideas. From the moment we met Katherine, we were completely won over. She listened carefully, absorbed every detail of our feedback, and helped us bring the vision to life. I shared that I wanted to incorporate diamonds from both of my grandmothers' rings, and she absolutely exceeded every expectation. After trying on a few different shapes, we scheduled a second visit the following week. When we returned, Katherine had prepared full 3D renderings of three different designs based solely on what I had described verbally. She even had wax molds of all three so I could try on the shapes and sizes to truly understand how the ring would feel before finalizing the design. My fiancé ultimately surprised me with the ring of my dreams, and it was everything I could have ever hoped for. The centerpiece is a stunning, substantial oval diamond, with my grandmothers' diamonds beautifully cascading along the band. It is truly the most beautiful ring I have ever seen. I am beyond grateful for the care, creativity, and dedication the Bravo team put into every step of this process.

Shakarian Jewelry

(52 reviews)

I have taken both my wedding band and engagement ring to Shakarian Jewelry over the years. They…read morewere able to rebuild the platinum prongs holding the diamonds as well as replace a smaller diamond chip on the band. Honest, kind service and very trustworthy.

The owner is a lovely man who obviously enjoys what he does. He is honest and sincere. I would…read morerecommend him to anybody who needs a good Jeweler.

Watch Defense

(26 reviews)

Cesar had assessed the problem of my watch very quickly and explained the problem and repairs…read moreneeded. He gave a detailed pick up time and his service was affordable and not expensive. Overall great customer service and experience.

Traded a watch for some work on other watches I owned very happy with his work and knowledge will…read moreuse again

Robere's Jewelry

(649 reviews)

I just picked up my silver ring that needed repair from Robere himself! And my ring is stunningly…read morebeautiful, completely restored beyond what I thought or expected. His kindness and professionalism were remarkable, and he promised the ring would look better than it ever had and he is absolutely right! It is more beautiful than I ever remembered. My particular repair required additional silver and artistic craftsmanship and they made it look perfect and beautiful. Thank you Robere's Jewelry! I highly and wholeheartedly recommend. :D

Done -- here it is with the third paragraph removed:…read more I cannot say enough good things about Antoinette and Skye. From the moment I walked into the store, they treated me with so much care, respect, and genuine kindness. Buying an engagement ring can be stressful, but they made the entire experience feel exciting, personal, and honestly unforgettable. They went above and beyond -- pulling every string, exploring every option, and making sure I got exactly what I wanted for my fiancé. It never felt rushed or transactional; they truly cared about helping me make the right choice and stayed patient and supportive through the whole process. If you're considering this jewelry shop, do yourself a favor and ask for them. You won't find better people to guide you through something this important. Highly, highly recommend.

iSquad Repair

(208 reviews)

We love this place and always make sure to have screen protector plans for every family member's…read morephone at all times! The customer service is always the best and these plans are so convenient. Highly recommend!

I had my Apple Watch battery replaced (my watch was a few years old). Although it was fast,…read morecourteous service while waiting and at a good price ($79), one huge negative soured me -- The non-OEM battery installed was poor quality. The charge only lasted half a day which was worse than the old OEM battery that was below 80% capacity. I then went to Apple to try to try to get it replaced with an OEM battery. I was initially relieved that Apple will still service it. However, the usual Apple $99 battery replacement fee only applies to batteries below 80%, even if it's a third-party (after market) battery! Otherwise it will cost $349 at Apple, so I just decided to upgrade my watch to the newest version (Apple Watch 10 as of the time of this writing). It really sucks that iSquad's cheap battery led me to having to get a new Apple Watch sooner than I wanted to (and having to give up the O2sat sensor feature! (No longer available on newer Apple Watches). You get what you pay for!

The San Diego Watch Lady

4.5

(163 reviews)

Quick and amazing service. Price was more than reasonable and the owner was knowledgeable.read more

Brought my wife's watch in for what I thought was a battery replacement. Turns out it goes by…read moremovement, not battery powered at all. Jonathan with the Watch Lady in Poway caught that right away and explained how to properly care for it instead of just charging me for a service I didn't need. Honest, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Highly recommend for anyone in Poway needing watch repair

Bob's Clock Shop

4.0

(94 reviews)

Beloved mantle clock fixed. Yay!…read more There a very few clock repair shops available anymore as my feeling is that many people would just toss their old clocks into a dumpster and buy a new one. Our mantle clock was in one of the first things we bought as a couple in the previous century. it means a lot! okay, some notes: a. it may take time to get both an estimate, 3-5 weeks, and for the actual repair, another 3-5 weeks. i think there may be only one or two repair persons as this is a family shop. b. we paid half once we got the estimate and another half on pick up. the total cost was $250 as several of the internal components had to be sourced and replaced and the entire clock needed a deep cleaning. They also kept it for another week to ensure it was operating correctly c. the best way to follow up is probably by phone. Bob's has limited hour, 10-3 Monday-Friday.

Bob's son Dan is highly knowledgeable of all antique clock. His specialty is grandfather clock…read more People call him from all over the US to work on their clocks. A great gentleman as well.

101 Jewelers

(118 reviews)

Excellent service Beautifully restored my 1950's heirloom…read morewomen's watch Charged me less than originally quoted

I had 101 Jewelers do a thorough cleaning and refurbishing of my antique pocket watch. My favorite…read morewatch from Ukraine. It works like a dream now. Winds better, keeps perfect time, and I love showing it off. Later, he repaired my wall pendulum clock that was not keeping proper time. That was an on the counter fix, easy for him. Many thanks to the jeweler and time keeping expert at 101 Jewelers. His prices are reasonable and his knowledge and expertise are amazing. I would go nowhere else. I highly recommend 101 Jewelers in Oceanside just off the Pacific Coast Highway.

Robere's Jewelry

(649 reviews)

I just picked up my silver ring that needed repair from Robere himself! And my ring is stunningly…read morebeautiful, completely restored beyond what I thought or expected. His kindness and professionalism were remarkable, and he promised the ring would look better than it ever had and he is absolutely right! It is more beautiful than I ever remembered. My particular repair required additional silver and artistic craftsmanship and they made it look perfect and beautiful. Thank you Robere's Jewelry! I highly and wholeheartedly recommend. :D

Done -- here it is with the third paragraph removed:…read more I cannot say enough good things about Antoinette and Skye. From the moment I walked into the store, they treated me with so much care, respect, and genuine kindness. Buying an engagement ring can be stressful, but they made the entire experience feel exciting, personal, and honestly unforgettable. They went above and beyond -- pulling every string, exploring every option, and making sure I got exactly what I wanted for my fiancé. It never felt rushed or transactional; they truly cared about helping me make the right choice and stayed patient and supportive through the whole process. If you're considering this jewelry shop, do yourself a favor and ask for them. You won't find better people to guide you through something this important. Highly, highly recommend.

Timekeepers

(404 reviews)

Honest, knowledgeable, and professional. They quickly diagnosed the issues, explained everything…read moreclearly, and fixed the problems that could be repaired. I really appreciated their honesty and great service. Highly recommend!

I went in today to have my very expensive vintage Rolex looked at. George one of the brothers took…read moreit in the back completely took it apart and came back with his evaluation. So thorough so detailed that if I get this done because it's expensive, they are the only people I will use. Also, I saw wall clocks and all kinds of stuff that looked so cool so this is definitely an out of the way find. Easy parking right out front. The place for watch Repair.

iSquad Repair

(208 reviews)

We love this place and always make sure to have screen protector plans for every family member's…read morephone at all times! The customer service is always the best and these plans are so convenient. Highly recommend!

I had my Apple Watch battery replaced (my watch was a few years old). Although it was fast,…read morecourteous service while waiting and at a good price ($79), one huge negative soured me -- The non-OEM battery installed was poor quality. The charge only lasted half a day which was worse than the old OEM battery that was below 80% capacity. I then went to Apple to try to try to get it replaced with an OEM battery. I was initially relieved that Apple will still service it. However, the usual Apple $99 battery replacement fee only applies to batteries below 80%, even if it's a third-party (after market) battery! Otherwise it will cost $349 at Apple, so I just decided to upgrade my watch to the newest version (Apple Watch 10 as of the time of this writing). It really sucks that iSquad's cheap battery led me to having to get a new Apple Watch sooner than I wanted to (and having to give up the O2sat sensor feature! (No longer available on newer Apple Watches). You get what you pay for!

Ocean Time

(61 reviews)

i highly recommend ocean time for watch repairs . dr dave…read moresmooth jazz guitarist. spotify: dr dave & the housecall band

First of all, the location is fantastic right in the middle of Encinitas, right on the main street…read morecan't miss it. A small locally owned shop run by Dan. And Dan knows his stuff, oh he knows it and he will fix what you need fixed and sell your cool watch too if that's what you need plus he has some clocks that I have never seen before. OK, he also happens to be the nicest man in the world so if you have watch issues go see Don Parking up and down the street.

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Kaitlin L.

872

4

2

7 years ago

DO NOT TAKE YOUR JEWELRY HERE! I am absolutely devastated by the condition of my (ENGAGEMENT) ring after getting it sized by David Bernatz Jewelers. I brought my ring in on a Wednesday to get in sized down, they said it would take a week to complete. The next Wednesday, I called THEM to see if my ring was ready. The lady on the phone told me first that she could not find the ring and that it must not be in house yet. Confused by the fact that I was NEVER told it was being shipped out, I started to get frustrated. They told me that i could come in Thursday to pick up the ring. When I arrived to pick up my brand new engagement ring my center stone was loose and there was a line in the middle of the ring where it looks like they "tried" to solder the band back together. Completely in shock, I asked why they thought the ring in its current condition was acceptable to give back to a customer. They asked to keep in another week to fix it, I let them. Why I thought that was a good idea after the first result - i do not know. I just picked up my ring after another week at David Bernatz on they day they told me it would be ready, they did not once call me to give me an update or inform me that the ring would be ready on the day they originally told me. So I arrived on the day they originally told me it would be ready. Only to find that they had just not called me because the ring was not ready. They brought out my ring and it was EVEN WORSE than the first time I picked it up. Not only does the ring have a line on the band where they tried soldering it back together STILL but now the prong where the tighten my ring (so that my center stone was not lose) is wrapped and almost looks like the broke it in half and tried to fix it. I have NEVER been so upset in my life. DO NOT TAKE YOUR JEWELRY HERE! read more

Kaitlin C.

0

1

0

7 years ago

Worst experience EVER. David Bernatz Jewelers completely messed up my engagement ring. There is now blemishes on the prongs and the band after taking it in to get sized. It is such a simple task, i wish they would have told me that they could not do it properly before giving me back my ring with soldering marks and cracks on the band and prongs. DO NOT USE THIS JEWELER. read more

Jo G.

0

1

0

7 years ago

I had custom platinum and diamond earrings made here and I'm so happy with how they turned out. The service was fantastic and I'm glad I could support a local family owned business. read more

allison s.

85

19

2

5 years ago

Horribly rude. These women who work here are awful, demeaning, and rude. If they were my employees they would be fired immediately. Shame on you ladies. Way to blow a big sale!! read more

Logen T.

44

61

13

11 years ago

the only place in town that could fix the jewelry on my watch and at a great price

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