I go here quite often for either buying or getting a loan. Most of the time I feel like I was…read moretreated fairly and with respect. They are a business afterall so of course they are going to want to buy items as cheaply as they can. Then sell for a less than new price. That being said sometimes they will come down on the price. I've had mostly good interactions/transactions at this pawn shop. In my opinion this is the best pawnshop in Whatcom county

Stereotypical Pawn shop. If you are looking to pawn anything, expect to get less than 1/3, of it's…read morevalue. They can't even bother acting as if they care about you as a customer. I have been to this pawn shop on a few different occasions over the years. Customer service is like night and day, depending on if you are buying or selling. For example, I had an extra portable air conditioner that I was willing to part with in the heat of one summer. I paid over $500 new. I took it in on a Sunday. They were the only place still open and they offered me less than $40 for. I said no way, which they all laughed at me as I packed this air conditioner back into my truck. They insisted I would be back. Instead, I put the air conditioner while still in the parking lot, on Craigslist and within two hours, it was sold for $240. I wasn't in a hurry but because the demand was high, it sold very quickly. I got what I wanted from it and was able to give a great price on a barely used air conditioner. No heckling, no snide remarks and didn't just sell something to a shark who is so used to getting his way, he won't even pretend as if they care about you business. Saying all that, prices on items are pretty fair. They seem to have a great selection and variety of things from electronics, tools, dvd's, jewelry and I'm pretty sure they have plenty of guns as well. My vote is 3 stars for their inventory. I am sure their prices are okay, due to the unbelievably unfair pay out, to people selling their stuff. I am recommending you take your money elsewhere. My opinion is based three deprecate and embarrassing experience's I have had over 20 years. Don't be surprised to get laughed at, if you choose to ask for at least 1/3 selling price. If you choose to sell your things that have value, be patient and sell it yourself. Get what you mostly know it's worth.

Ken, Tim and the gang are great. When im in the market for firearms it's where I go, if they don't…read morehave it, they can get it. Great place.

Yes, there are LOTS of guns, but also a good selection of power tools and some interesting…read morecollectibles. I went in to sell some jewelry I hadn't worn since my "power suit" days and not only was treated with much greater courtesy than I would ever have expected from a pawn shop, but also had a really fun and interesting conversation with the owner while he tested and evaluated what I'd brought. The price I received for my jewelry was fair and paid in cash, the experience was very positive, and I look forward to returning as a customer.

After stopping at Bellingham pawn off Bakerview and them giving me a laughable quote on the item I…read morewas trying to get a loan for I left and I came down northwest and stopped here I assume was the owner asked nicely what was I needing I said $300 and he checked out my items and said sure I can do that for you with no problem the other place wouldn't go more than $185.00 this guy has my business.. Thank you Boss you are a very nice man may God bless you always.

I decided to sell some old jewelry and went to 2 Pawn shops in Bellingham. Northwest Pawn was my…read moresecond stop, I was pleasantly surprised when he offered $150.00 MORE than the first shop I visited. I was greeted immediately and had a nice conversation while I waited for the shop keeper to evaluation the jewelry pieces. I would recommend this shop.

Went to grab my tablet from these guys and upon entering. The 4 associates were more concerned with…read morethe prissy platinum blonde and her couch than they were with helping us. I actually had to make eye contact and greet the associate myself since he was so interested in this womans couch. Upon stating that I was here to turn in my slip and redeem my tablet he asked for the slip, took one look at it and requested the total for redeeming. Because this unprofessional associate failed to do his job and ask me for proper identification to verify i am in fact the slip holder, literally any person could have taken that slip if it was misplaced and redeemed my tablet for themselves. I will never shop here again and i hope you get sued for having irresponsible employees.

I do not frequent pawnshops but after my experience today I wonder why. The staff was professional…read moreand knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable with my purchase. I purchased a little TV at a fraction of the cost of a chain store. I could not be more satisfied. Thank you Checkmate for surprising me in the best possible way.

Great place to come shop for deals. I like to get a head start on my Christmas shopping so it's not…read morestressful in December. They offer old school layaway deals without any fees or interest. Bonus is I don't have to hide the presents at home for my snooping kids. The team is pretty helpful also. I haven't done any loans but shopping here has been cool.

There always there when I need to get a loan and there always good to me when I come in.read more

Roger was awesome. Gave me fair Market value for my late mothers Jewelry and silverware that i had…read moreno use for.

Roger was responsive, thorough, and a pleasure to work with. He offered a fair price for my…read morecoins. He took the time to explain how the evaluation process works and was quite patient.

About a month ago, I went into Bayside, coin and jewelry to sell a gold necklace and some silver…read morecoins. He said that silver wasn't selling now due to some thing with the refinery, so I set them down on the counter while he assessed the gold necklace he offered me amount that I trusted him with giving me a true value. I found out later that it was way under them. Anyway I didn't do my due diligence so anyway it's my fault too but I'm not the one who stole when he paid me he laid out the money and I wanted him to recount it and when he did the $20 bill fell out in the middle I believe he was trying to pass $20 is $100 bill when I was leaving I noticed the coins were at on the counter and I assumed I put them in my bag when I got home they were not there there's only one other place it could be in that was their store I called them and they had a big resistance to my claim they finally agreed to show me the video when I came in it was blurry and black-and-white and her finger was extracting some of the view and also her fingers was on the air where I could probably see what happened I mentioned that and she just went on ignoring me I left very unsatisfied so I called and asked if I can bring someone with me to look at the video together as I've seen that video before and it was very sharp and in color and I knew I saw something on was on the area where I could probably see whether the quee I called back and said I wanted to bring someone with me to watch the video I believe they took a vantage of me because I'm a senior and they probably didn't think I would be aware of what was happening they didn't want me to bring any buddy else they were very rude and they have absolutely no customer service ability I looked on the stock market yesterday and the value of the silver coins were $87 each so they were value as close to $1000 and there's really nothing I could do about it. I talked to a few people about this and they said well they've changed management. But this is a family business my best guess is that they switch managers managements between the family, which makes it looks like it was under new management and you can trust them I think when it gets too hot, they put managements name in another relatives, leaving the impression that it would be a better.

They are extremely professional and were able to repair two pieces of broken jewelry I had. They…read morealso have a variety of new and vintage jewelry for sale. I purchased a gorgeous vintage ring that I adore. Highly recommend if you are looking for jewelry repair at a reasonable price or if you are in search of a one of a kind piece of jewelry.

Was looking for a replacement for the diamond in my wife's wedding ring that was lost several years…read moreago. After looking at a couple of the chain stores in the mall, I wanted to check with Borthwick's, mainly because I live in Ferndale, they are local, and I have heard good things. The chain stores tried to upsell me, and would have had to order the stone, and send the ring out for setting. The salesperson at Borthwick's was very friendly and helpful, and showed me a couple options that were in stock in the store in the price range I was looking for. She said it would take up to a week for the fitting, and would be done in house. I left to think about it for a little while, then came back and was able to negotiate the price down a little more on the diamond I wanted. I made the deal, put down half the cost for deposit, and was told it could take up to a week if any changes needed to be made in the setting. Three hours later I got a call and they said it was already done and I could pick it up when I was ready! I went back, picked it up along with an appraisal. The ring looks like new. They advised that we bring it back every six months or so for cleaning and inspection at no charge. I gave the ring with the new diamond to my wife on out 30th anniversary. She was very pleased at the selection I made on the stone, so I'm happy. :)

I brought in my engagement ring (purchased elsewhere) because I thought it needed to be resized and…read morethe prongs tightened--my center stone felt a little loose. The wonderful ladies working there took the time to explain why my ring actually felt too big, and it turned out I didn't need a resize after all! They offered an alternative adjustment I didn't even know was possible, suggested more cost-effective options, and even tightened my prongs at no extra charge. My ring was ready within just a couple of business days and looked absolutely gorgeous when I picked it up. The staff was so warm, friendly, and genuinely made me feel comfortable and cared for. I'll definitely be coming back to them for all my future jewelry needs--wedding bands, gifts, repairs, and more. Highly recommend!

Karen and her crew of four delightful young women made a difficult chore so much easier! I cannot…read morethank them enough for their professionalism, hard work, and kindness. Love the store, too! Always great treasures to be found!

Overpriced junk store...whereas the REStore has a "focus", Penny pinchers seems to have PLANNED to…read morehave anything and everything...which in way sounds good, but one goes from room to over crowded room and an awful lot of the stuff I saw would have been more appropriately priced "free" because it's old and very worn in some places...I'm sure there are "finds" to be had there, but once you check the prices...well once "I" checked the prices I put things back. Not a good value. At one point I found what felt to be a full spray can of spray starch ( $2-3 in stores) theirs was marked $5. (!!!) I hear that they are strugglng...could it be that "everything" is too costly?