When it comes to repairing or making jewelry, the customer tries to entrust the work to an experienced craftsman. As a rule, a professional jeweler not only meets the expectations of the owner of the product, but also provides a guarantee for his work. It is very important to distinguish real jewelry masters from novice specialists who can ruin an expensive piece of jewelry.
Signs by which an experienced jeweler differs from an amateur
Experience and work history. You should ask a specialist how long he has been making and repairing jewelry. An experienced master will tell you about his activities and give recommendations, taking into account the wishes of the client.
Portfolio of works. It is necessary to familiarize yourself with examples of the master's work. In specialized workshops there is a catalog of products from which the client can choose the desired decoration.
Customer reviews. An experienced craftsman rightfully deserves the trust of customers, gaining a positive reputation among customers. In order to get a high-quality job, you should ask your friends, read customer reviews.
Cost of work and terms. Jewelry is a painstaking work that requires concentration and time. The process of making jewelry itself includes several stages, such as: casting, soldering, grinding, polishing and others. The product is made according to the master's own sketches. A jeweler who respects his work understands that jewelry services are not cheap, so you should beware of offers to fulfill your order quickly and inexpensively.
Service list. Professional workshops offer a range of jewelry craft services: jewelry making, repair and restoration. They also take on work with a high level of complexity for individual orders.
Quality consultations. From his own experience, the master knows how certain metals behave, and what forms they are capable of acquiring. Therefore, only a professional can offer design solutions, such as the insertion of a stone or engraving, in relation to the desired product. And also give advice and help to choose the best option.
Warranty. A specialist, confident in the quality of his work, provides a guarantee for products of any complexity, and also gives free recommendations on the care of the product.
Mass production of jewelry
There is also mass semi-automated jewelry production in factories, where jewelry also goes through many stages of production from sketch to finished jewelry.
In such a production, products are produced in large quantities, they also undergo quality control, and the risks of defective products are minimized. However, to create an exclusive piece of jewelry that can emphasize the status and individuality of the customer, it is recommended to contact small workshops.
