GOG diamond with WF setting ?

[pannini]

Is it okay to get a diamond from GOG and have a custom designed WF setting? I don''t know if that''s rude or kinda "faux pas" - if any of you have done so please share with me stories and if you have images too!

Would love your input.

Bf and I found a diamond that fits the diamond specs we both agreed on. WF didn''t have the size diamond with quality we wanted. So GOG had it and it looks pretty good from the basic search! Just had our hearts set on a WF setting though.

Any pros and cons of doing it this way?

Do online diamond vendors get more of their Hearts and Arrows cuts periodically? Maybe we should just talk to WF customer service to see if they have what we wanted in a diamond?

 

[kcoursolle]

If you are going custom, I would just have GOG do it. They are great and could do a really nice job. However, if you were considering a stock WF setting then I would say go for it since it would be a fairly easy thing to do.

 

[pannini]

Thanks for the advice! Do they do CAD? I found a design I loved on PS and it was by WF, so I would rather have WF do the similar design that another PS user made. It was my favorite and I don''t know if GOG would be interested in doing a design that WF made.

 

[pannini]

I looked at GOG''s website to research their custom design page, but it doesn''t look like they do custom design. Am I mistaken?

 

[Lorelei]

Date: 5/5/2009 2:26:07 AM
Author: pannini

I looked at GOG''s website to research their custom design page, but it doesn''t look like they do custom design. Am I mistaken?

Check with Jon at GOG, he is very nice and will be able to help you, I believe they can do custom but I am not completely sure.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 5/5/2009 2:26:07 AM
Author: pannini

I looked at GOG's website to research their custom design page, but it doesn't look like they do custom design. Am I mistaken?

Yes, they do. They just aren't into it (don't do it all the time) like some companies are, therefore they don't really advertise it. They have turned out some stunning rings, so I'd have no problem using them.

pan, I would talk to them about the design you like. If you don't feel they can duplicate it to your liking (ask if you can see some pics of their custom work), or you just really want the WF setting, that's no problem. Just have WF send the setting to GOG. You want GOG to set the stone so it will be covered in the very unlikely even something happened to the diamond while it's being set.

And this is done all the time, don't worry!

 

[mrssalvo]

which WF setting are you wanting?

 

[pannini]

Date: 5/5/2009 10:37:56 AM
Author: mrssalvo
which WF setting are you wanting?

I found one that Kal-El did with WF(you can find it in PS search) and I am in love with it.

 

[pannini]

Also would I have to get the diamond to an indep appraiser and then send it back to GOG to put it in a WF setting?

 

[Ellen]

Date: 5/5/2009 4:27:45 PM
Author: pannini
Also would I have to get the diamond to an indep appraiser and then send it back to GOG to put it in a WF setting?

That depends. If it''s one of his H&A cuts, and there are no questionable inclusions, or strong to very strong fluorescence that might be affecting the stone negatively, I''d say no, you don''t really need to.

 

[pannini]

is it possible WF would carry the diamond specs i''m looking for, they just haven''t posted online yet? or is it because Brian Gavin left so they have less stock in ACA diamonds?

 

[Ellen]

Well they get stones in about every six weeks, or did. You could always call and ask if you don''t see what you''re looking for. They could tell you best.

 

[strmrdr]

gog has worked with WF several times in the past doing this discuss it with both gog and WF.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I personally wouldn''t ask WF to make a setting for a diamond from another vendor. I''d use either Maytal Hannah, Leon mege, or Mark Morrell who are in the business of making settings. WF''s primary business is selling diamonds. I''d buy their setting if I was buying a diamond from them for the ease of the process, though.

 

[mrssalvo]

here is thread with the WF setting and a picture:


https://www.pricescope.com/community/threads/what-are-your-thoughts-on-this-white-flash-custom-design.91099/

I personally prefer to use the same vendor for the stone and setting and possible. it just makes things so much easier. But, storm is right that GOG and WF have worked together so if that is what needs to happen.

 

[diamondseeker2006]

That is a beautiful setting!

 

[D&T]

Date: 5/5/2009 7:42:42 PM
Author: diamondseeker2006
I personally wouldn''t ask WF to make a setting for a diamond from another vendor. I''d use either Maytal Hannah, Leon mege, or Mark Morrell who are in the business of making settings. WF''s primary business is selling diamonds. I''d buy their setting if I was buying a diamond from them for the ease of the process, though.

I agree

 

[pannini]

Date: 5/5/2009 9:26:18 PM
Author: diamondseeker2006
That is a beautiful setting!

Yes Diamond Seeker, isn''t it pretty? I just love it. Of course I''d want a few minor details changed to my personal preference, like the prongs more round rather than the pointy tips. And perhaps a slightly thinner band.

Yes, I think all of the advice given in this thread makes sense. I think the best route to go is have the bf call WF and inquire about their ACA diamond inventory. We went on their website to look for something in ACA RB with a 1.3-1.5 ct. Nothing came up, just diamonds below that size.

I hope they will get more, I really prefer to work with them if they already made one like this in the past. Unless, of course, other designers could do the same. Does anyone have any recommendations for designers who could do the same? OR... could I go to a local SF designer to do it?

Leon Mege is out of our budget! I WISH WISH WISH we could, but it''s out of our budget. Also we live in SF so it may be hard to communicate with him.

 

[pannini]

*bump*

 

[mrssalvo]

have you gotten a quote from Leon? many times his quotes have come in the same or even less than Whiteflash.

 

[pannini]

I will check that possibility out. Although I am most likely leaning towards WF, just because they are willing to make designs that aren''t necessarily their own. I know Leon is a bit more particular about his own designs right?

 

[mrssalvo]

Date: 5/6/2009 3:16:33 PM
Author: pannini
I will check that possibility out. Although I am most likely leaning towards WF, just because they are willing to make designs that aren''t necessarily their own. I know Leon is a bit more particular about his own designs right?

depends. Leon won''t make a complete knock off of another designer, but neither will WF. the design of the ring you posted is pretty common though. here''s leon''s version.


http://www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=308

 

[pannini]

Date: 5/6/2009 3:30:06 PM
Author: mrssalvo

Date: 5/6/2009 3:16:33 PM

Author: pannini

I will check that possibility out. Although I am most likely leaning towards WF, just because they are willing to make designs that aren''t necessarily their own. I know Leon is a bit more particular about his own designs right?

depends. Leon won''t make a complete knock off of another designer, but neither will WF. the design of the ring you posted is pretty common though. here''s leon''s version.



http://www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=308

Wow gorgeous! I don''t like the micropave head but I do love his pave in general. I also want a flush fit height, but can''t picture that in this picture. Would love to see a side view of what it could be potentially. I wonder if WF or Leon Mege could make a ring that is flush fit like Ritani settings but thicker in band width =2.3- 2.5 mm. If so, I will definitely consider. Thanks MrsSalvo!

 

[mrssalvo]

here''s a sideview of another one of his rings. I think the head on the ring is lovely and would work with the beadset pave style of the other ring with no problem at all. there might be a tiny gap b/t the e-ring and the wedding band but I personally like a small gap so it''s very evident there are 2 rings there.


http://www.artofplatinum.com/4images/details.php?image_id=380

 

[neolith]

I''m glad you asked this, Pannini, as I''m thinking of doing the exact same thing. After endless searching, I showed my GF a WF custom setting that someone else had posted to PS, and it''s *exactly* what she wants. However, so far, no other internet vendor seems to come close to GOG in terms of making me feel comfortable that I''m going to get a great looking stone, rather than just great looking numbers.

Date: 5/5/2009 7:56:21 AM
Author: Ellen
...Just have WF send the setting to GOG. You want GOG to set the stone so it will be covered in the very unlikely even something happened to the diamond while it''s being set.
And this is done all the time, don''t worry!

I''m wondering, though, will WF need the stone first to create the proper proportions for the setting? or can that be done, just by giving a copy of the certificate?

In any case, I''ve been studying for a while, but officially starting my journey today. I''ll be contacting both GOG and WF shortly...as well as Storm for that expert Asscher eye!

 

[pannini]

Hi Neolith,
Which WF setting was it? Would love to check it out! As for your search, I totally agree that GOG and WF diamonds are good ones to choose from. I just this process doesn't get too complicated, all this back n forthing. Please do share with us your end results by posting on SMTR!

Cheers and good luck!

 

[pannini]

Date: 5/7/2009 2:02:26 AM
Author: pannini

Date: 5/6/2009 11:38:57 PM

Author: neolith

I''m glad you asked this, Pannini, as I''m thinking of doing the exact same thing. After endless searching, I showed my GF a WF custom setting that someone else had posted to PS, and it''s *exactly* what she wants. However, so far, no other internet vendor seems to come close to GOG in terms of making me feel comfortable that I''m going to get a great looking stone, rather than just great looking numbers.

Date: 5/5/2009 7:56:21 AM


Author: Ellen


...Just have WF send the setting to GOG. You want GOG to set the stone so it will be covered in the very unlikely even something happened to the diamond while it''s being set.


And this is done all the time, don''t worry!

I''m wondering, though, will WF need the stone first to create the proper proportions for the setting? or can that be done, just by giving a copy of the certificate?



In any case, I''ve been studying for a while, but officially starting my journey today. I''ll be contacting both GOG and WF shortly...as well as Storm for that expert Asscher eye!

Hi Neolith,

Which WF setting was it? Would love to check it out! As for your search, I totally agree that GOG and WF diamonds are good ones to choose from. I just this process doesn''t get too complicated, all this back n forthing. Please do share with us your end results by posting on SMTR!


Cheers and good luck!

BTW, I think if you call WF and GOG about what to do, they''ll help us out on the whole process, especially if they''ve dealt with this scenario before!

 

[arjunajane]

Date: 5/6/2009 11:38:57 PM
Author: neolith
I''m glad you asked this, Pannini, as I''m thinking of doing the exact same thing. After endless searching, I showed my GF a WF custom setting that someone else had posted to PS, and it''s *exactly* what she wants. However, so far, no other internet vendor seems to come close to GOG in terms of making me feel comfortable that I''m going to get a great looking stone, rather than just great looking numbers.

Date: 5/5/2009 7:56:21 AM

Author: Ellen

...Just have WF send the setting to GOG. You want GOG to set the stone so it will be covered in the very unlikely even something happened to the diamond while it''s being set.

And this is done all the time, don''t worry!

I''m wondering, though, will WF need the stone first to create the proper proportions for the setting? or can that be done, just by giving a copy of the certificate?


In any case, I''ve been studying for a while, but officially starting my journey today. I''ll be contacting both GOG and WF shortly...as well as Storm for that expert Asscher eye!

As advised above, best to consult both WF and GOG about your specific situation - as I imagine both replies
will depend on shape/cut of diamond and complexity/style of ring design.

If it helps, I have a GOG RB set in one of WF''s most popular solitaire styles - and both companies worked
really well together to help me do so.
But my point is, a stock solitaire with an RB is v. different to a custom design with a cushion cut, get my drift?

 

[neolith]

Hi Pannini, it''s this one (bottom of page) by RichardAlex posted sometime back. It''s pretty much exactly what I''m looking for. Will keep you posted. Good luck to you, too!

Thanks, Arunajane -- guess it''s time to take that first step.

 

[Ellen]

Date: 5/7/2009 3:59:16 AM
Author: neolith
Hi Pannini, it's this one (bottom of page) by RichardAlex posted sometime back. It's pretty much exactly what I'm looking for. Will keep you posted. Good luck to you, too!

Thanks, Arunajane -- guess it's time to take that first step.

That will look great with an Asscher!

And as aj said, just contact the companies and tell them what you're wanting, they'll guide you through the whole process! However, I just wanted to make you aware if you weren't, GOG does custom work too. Just a fyi!


neolith, is that you in your av? If so, you look like a fun guy!