With Mara and Lynn B (and many others) as inspiration I moved forward with a re-set for my engagement and wedding bands. Shrinkage had set in…but I couldn’t rationalize an upgrade just yet, having only had my rings for less than 2 years.
My original setting was in platinum, 4 prong, and cathedral style that I loved but soon wanted more “bling”. (Will need to resize my photos before I can post)
So, after reading probably all the postings on eternity bands etc I decided to go with Whiteflash and thought I would have to custom order the reset. Luckily I soon realized that WF had recently begun to offer the Diamonds for an Eternity set and placed my order. then with some trepidation mailed my original engagement band to them ( WF assured me that USPS registered insured was safe, and it was).
I mailed my ring off and then received a call from WF updating me on the recent issues they had found with the initial craftsmanship of this design and they had decided to upgrade this to their Whiteflash design (at an increased cost). I decided to still move forward with this re-set, since what matters is quality... although they did offer me a slight discount since my order had already been placed.
This being my first experience with WF I was little concerned but decided to give them a chance and wait and see how my rings would turn out. I soon found the thread on pricscope that detailed the recent issues (see “Eternity band with rough edges” posted by AndrewS) and eagerly awaited his update on his ring.
Well…long story short. I am pleased to report that I received my re-set yesterday and I am THRILLED!!!
WF really came through, they took extra time to QC my rings and it took them an extra few days to complete my rings because of this. Everyone I have spoken with at WF has been extremely helpful and they really do have great customer service, it might take them awhile to return emails or calls but they will follow up. There has been a slight confusion over my request for an appraisal but I am sure this will get sorted out.
I LOVE my new rings and this setting really does make my diamond ‘look larger’ so perhaps I can postpone the upgrade for a while…
I really prefer the stuller solstice type head on Mara’s ring but to avoid going the ‘custom’ route with WF I have their regular 4-prong for now.
Specs:
1.513 E VS2
AGS Ideal 0
Florescence neg
Slightly thin to medium faceted girdle
34.7 crown angle, 15.9 crown ht
60.9 depth, 54 table43.1 pavilion depth
The diamonds in the bands are ACA and really sparkel!!
I will try to attach the photos that i received from WF. I need some advice on how to take good close up pics (ie hand shots etc) of my rings.
I need to resize the photos I have of my original setting before I can post.
Mara, I absolutley love your new upgrade and look forward to the day when I can also get my 2+ carat bling!
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