This store was disappointing for sure, I have a 5K engagement ring and band and they needed sizing…read more Because I didn't bring them in within six months they wouldn't honour the free sizing. I also had a band that needed repair and wanted to charge me half price for the repair after they'd charge me 150.00 for the sizing of the pieces from their store. What a deal right?! Never going back, even though I have some custom work to be done for a ring, I'll be going to Farrah Fine Jewelry in Kanata!

I've been searching for a simple custom engagement ring. I've been to all of the major spots in…read moreOttawa and get the same feeling at each place. They're happy to take my money, but don't care to spend time getting to know me and my fiancé to be. After a bad experience at Howard's and a decent one at Magpie, someone told me to venture out to Orleans to La Maison DOr. So I took the long trip from Almonte to Orleans hoping to be wow'ed. Unfortunately I wasn't wow'ed at all...the staff seemed nice, but once they found out my budget, they discounted my ideas and pushed me into specific ready-made rings in their store. You probably don't need my business, but you don't need to treat me as though you don't. Verdict: Not worth the drive. Still looking....

Amazing store bought multiple peices from there - Sarah is amazing to work with and so is her…read moremother!

I brought in a watch that needed servicing, and left it at the store with an associate. 2 MONTHS…read morewent by and I didn't hear back from them on when the watch would be done. Despite calling about when it would be ready, I was given an answer of "another 3 weeks". When I called yet again and finally spoke with the owner, she let me know that the people who can service it will be by in about a month. WHY was this not mentioned before? Had I known it would take this long, I would have found another location to take it to. Very unprofessional and it shows that they try to take on too much & don't have the bandwidth for the jobs and repairs they do get. I do not recommend this jewellery store.

We have always gotten our batteries replaced at this watch repair shop. Service is fast and cost is…read morereally reasonabl! Where can we go when Carlingwood shuts it's doors?

Instant service and well done. Cheap price for excellent work…read more We went to two jewelry stores before we drove to this site and the jewelry stores each wanted twice the price and we would have to leave the watch and come back days later. This placed was great..

Bought my wife's ring there 35 years ago. Needed to have…read moresized bigger [1/2 size]. Brought in for quote and time frame to have done. Both were reasonable and suggestion to have claws redone, I agreed. Parking and vagrants outside can be a problem. Very good friendly service.

Thompson Jewelers has been the only jeweller that I trust and have gone to over the last 25 years…read more Why do I keep coming back? It's the workmanship, the people, integrity, professionalism, creativity, ability to read my mind and of course the stunning pieces from the display cases and the handcrafted custom pieces from the bench. Happy 70th anniversary to Thompson's Jewelers... Cheers!

What an incredible experience. When I first sent out a request for quotes for a ring clean &…read morepolish, Dixon's was one of the first company to respond. Their response was also direct and efficient, just the way I like things to be done. I finally recently had the time to stop by, so I did a drop-in. The jeweller or staff that greeted me did a quick inspection under her fancy lamp, then brought it to the back to be cleaned. I was able to wait around and it took all of 15-20min from check in to check out process. I really appreciate how efficient and friendly they were. And my ring came out looking brand new.

Amazing place. I…read morefirst contacted Mathew 2 years ago, around Christmas time. I had a vision of what the perfect ring for my partner would look like. I went to countless jewellery stores and was always told "the features are too complicated and it doesn't warrant the design." This all changed when I met Mathew. He was open and willing to take on the challenge of building the perfect ring. I described to him the meaning of the ring. I even went as far as trying to figure out how many twists the bands would have and the number of diamonds on the band, in order to be symbolic of our relationship. Mathew asked me why I had chosen a specific style and feature. So I described that the band was to be simple yet stunning, like my partner. The center stone was to represent her heart and I wanted it to be as big and clear as possible. Together we went through multiple design stages. For example, changing the diamond sizes on the twist in order to make it look nicer. When it came to choosing the center stone, Mathew knew exactly what I was after. He told me that it would take time, but he was willing to bring in diamonds to show me, until we found the perfect one. Never once did he pressure me into choosing a specific stone. He told me to be patient and that when the moment came, I would know I had found the perfect diamond. Well the day came. Mathew presented me with the final stone, and he was right, I knew it was the one for the ring. He agreed that it matched my description perfectly. The ring design was completed next and high quality photos were given to me for approval. I once again decided to make changes to the ring. This time adding each of our initials and birth stones to the side of the ring. Mathew agreed it was a very nice touch to the ring. When all was said and done, the final ring came out better then I had ever expected. Mathew said the reaction on my face was priceless. He felt the ring was exactly what I had envisioned for my partner. All this to say, Dixon Jewelers allowed me to come up with exactly what I felt my partner deserved in order to reflect who she is. Dixon Jewelers accepted the challenge and was fully supportive through this LONGER than normal process (only due to my changes :) ). Thank you so much for all your hard work and I look forward to doing more projects with you in the future.

My Dad used to wear a Rolex, and was always into watches. As I grew older, he gifted me a Favre…read moreLeuba when I turned 16. At that young age, I didn't really appreciate what it was, other than it told me the time, and was different from what everyone else was wearing. When it came time to get it serviced, he took me to this little shop on Merivale. Fast forward 40+ years - apparently this shop has been here since 1974 - it has a new owner who's been behind the counter for 10 of those. I've visited many times to get various things done to my timekeeping devices. The service is always excellent - it's fascinating watching him practice his craft, as he makes it look so easy, and what he charges for his service and products is more than fair. Of course, you can't put a price on supporting local business!

These guys really know their stuff and I have brought several pieces here for repair or…read morealterations, including my grandfather's pocket watch and my wife's engagement ring to get resized. I have never had any issues with repairs and any work I've had them do is done perfectly the first time around. That said I do find they can be a little condescending at times as they have often questioned why I would want a piece repaired and they even tried to "out" the karat quality of my wife's ring and were taken back when she already knew and didn't care.

I took my watch in for a new battery and that's exactly, and all, they did. They didn't set the…read moretime, the date or the day. Really?

I am pleased beyond my ability to express superlatives with Master Jewellers at Billings Bridge…read morePlaza I have an old Timex Expedition watch that I cherish very much because it is a reminder of happy times from the past. A few weeks ago it stopped working for some reason. I took it to a reputable jeweller and I was told that it needed a replacement movement, but that the replacement unit would not have the illumination feature because it wasn't available. I decided against getting the repair done and I took the watch to another reputable jeweller. This jeweller also checked the watch and told me the same thing. I also decided not to have the repair done. As I mentioned, this watch is very dear to me and I wanted it to work as it was intended. A friend of mine recommended Master Jewellers to me as he so very pleased with their service. I took there and I told the lady how much I cherished this watch, also mentioning the information that I was given from the 2 other jewellers. The lady was familiar with this model of watch and told me that the illumination feature is separate from the movement and it would be retained if a new movement was needed. I agreed to have the inspection and repair done. A few days later she told me that the watch only needed a battery and the existing movement was operating correctly. I was so pleased!!! Not only did it not need a replacement movement that 2 other jewellers told me it would need , but it only needed a battery ! This watch is now woking perfectly just as it had been for so so many years. I highly recommend Master Jewellers to everyone, especially if a treasured item is involved. They are so courteous and honest , such wonderful service !!

I bought three birthday gifts across two of your stores this month. When looking for something…read moreextra special, Magpie always has something unique. I love your stores and the designers you represent and how you support local. Customer service is consistently great. Your window display in the Glebe right now is fabulous!

I get hives in a jewelry shop as most men usually do. To say that I'm intimidated in this…read moreenvironment would be putting it mildly. I cannot thank the Magpie staff enough for their unbelievable service, craftsmanship, attention to detail and most importantly, their ability to make this experience pleasurable. THANK YOU MAGPIE. Who knew going to a jewelry shop could be this enjoyable.