My watch was serviced in a timely manner at a low cost. He was very clear about everything before…read morehand.

This is my go to place for watch repairs. Owner is kind and very skillfull. Its by appointment only…read moreso make sure you text him first before stopping by

They are unmatched!! Very kind and warm.They listen and offer honest feedback.While being very…read morefriendly, they are just as professional.My wife has been a customer for decades and the jewelry is of great quality.10 out of

Our family has done business here for many years. They sell many unique and interesting pieces of…read morejewelry and the owner and staff here are extremely knowledgable about gems, gold--I've had many questions answered here about whether something is authentic or not. They create jewelry--they restored a ring my mother wore and enlarged it so I could wear it, and they helped me order and design 2 22 K rings that I want to leave as legacy gifts for some family members. It is a one of a kind store and you can't beat the customer service here.

Watch battery replaced in an old, sentimental piece, handled with kindness. Amazing, sparkly…read moreselection inside.

The owner, Jaime is very personable and knowledgeable. I have returned twice now and he has…read morediagnosed and fixed 3 watches for me. Reasonable prices, and he is patient to explain what is going on mechanically with your watch. Jaime has saved me hundreds of dollars thus far. For example I purchased a watch on line from Ashford and when it arrived the second hand sweep did not work although other parts of it did. Perplexing, and so I contacted Ashford for a replacement and told it was not available. Decided to check and see if the watch could be fixed and I found The Bench Jeweler on YELP. Jaime diagnosed a weak battery and explained why some features worked and some did not. Thank You! Come check out his beautiful jewelry and other items for sale, many are used and in fine shape. You will be glad that you did. Watch repair is a lost art and Jaime has years of experience.

10/10 I am happy to know where I can go. Informative and great customer service / location!read more

Ruined an antique 1920s ring. Claims to be a master jeweler with 40 years of experience absolutely…read morehorrible experience. Lost the ring for several hours too!! We got engaged in Monterey and my fiancée and I decided to get her new antique ring sized to fit her (it was too big) we were referred to Steve Saunders. We went in there and he told us no problem! It'll be $75 he then sized her finger. She told him she was a 5 she showed him she was currently wearing a size 5 but he was adamant she was a 4.... So trusting his "40 years" we went with his Recommendation. An hour later he calls us and tells us it's ready so we head back and when we get there it reeks of pot and incense... and he says he misplaced the ring.... He asked us to leave for 5 minutes and come back so he could find it.... So we did and came back and he said he would look more and call us tomorrow... umm no how about you stay open till you find our ring??? Later that evening he calls us he found it so we rush back... the ring DOESNT COME CLOSE TO FITTING... what's worse is he tries jamming it on her finger bruising her finger... he then says well you measured a size 4 so you are a 4... even though it clearly didn't fit.... He then tried hammering it out and making it bigger that didn't work... again he said come back tomorrow.... So tomorrow comes and we message him and tells us him it needs to be a size 5 he tells us the only way to do that is to replace the band... goodbye 1920s gold.... So what choice do we have.... We go back that afternoon and he gives us the ring and it looks awful... the band is dented and uneven on both sides... the width is so off it's not funny and the gold doesn't match.... Then he has the audacity to try and charge us $450 for his mistakes. We ended up paying $150 when we shouldn't have paid a penny and we left. Now we have to go a real jeweler and have his work fixed / replaced he should pay for it but of course that won't happen. The absolute worst part of all is this antique ring is forever ruined

A best kept secret - or maybe not. Chuck is honest, forthright, fair and has an eye for the best…read morestuff. Cannot go wrong buying or selling. He works by himself, so if there's a crowd, wait your turn, it's worth it.

The best selection of jewelry at great prices! The owner buys at wholesale prices so that he can…read moregive you the best deals. There is ornate and vintage jewelry from estate sales also available, but he does sell those by weight. You can also purchase sterling silver chain, he charges per inch. The owner is very knowledgeable and is extremely committed to providing great customer service. If you arrive during busy hours (the weekend) he will ensure to communicate with you to let you know when he will be able to help you. It is a one man show, so you do have to be patient. Otherwise I suggest visiting during the week. I definitely recommend. I'll be sure to return!

I came in looking for a creative solution for a custom piece, and they were incredibly helpful…read more They took the time to listen and offered valuable insights and suggestions that transformed my vision into reality. Their expertise, creativity, out of the box thinking and attention to detail truly set them apart. The atmosphere in the store is inviting and inspiring, filled with stunning pieces that showcase their talent. If you're looking for a place where creativity meets professionalism, I highly recommend !

Gaspar is experienced, very knowledgeable, and creates high quality designs at a fair price. Highly…read morerecommend.

A gallery like no other, featuring local artists and artists from across the country. You'll find…read morejewelry taking many shapes, materials and colors. The gallery also features local photographer who has captured many beautiful images around Monterey. If you're in the area this is a must on your shopping list. Friendly people willing to answer questions and help you find your next treasure.

I love the jewelry in this gallery! We went on a Sunday morning right when they opened and the…read moresalesperson Olga was so friendly and helpful! She helped me pick out a beautiful ring and black diamond earrings. They look very quality and more expensive than the price was. I love supporting local artists and makers with such talent. These pieces are special because I will remember our special trip to Monterey and they are pieces that other people will not be likely to have. I will definitely be back on future trips. Thank you ZFolio and Olga :)

Great spot on the wharf for affordable costume jewelry as well as nice silver and gold and…read morebeautiful stones. Something for everyone.

Beautiful pieces and wonderful assistance! I know I am purchasing quality and not at "tourist…read moreprices" I hope you stop in and enjoy