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Philippe Medawar Fine Jewelers
5930 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, United States
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Mi
Review №1

Very high quality jeweler who does true artisan custom jewelry in house. I felt like Philippe and his staff truly care about every piece they craft. He did a beautiful custom ring (that is a stunner) for us and finished it a week early. They also have a beautiful show room full of fantastic items. They are detail oriented and worth every dollar no doubt. If you want to be treated well and are the type of person who appreciates high quality, this is your place.

Hu
Review №2

Mr. Medawar is both knowledgeable and talented! He and his family are so sweet and hardworking. While I only had a bit of servicing done in my visit, I would trust them with the most delicate tasks, and I would have confidence in an honest and perfect job. From my experience, I can say Mr. Medawar and his family have great talent, character, and kindness; and they will serve any inquiring customer well!

Ch
Review №3

Everything about this place is amazing! From the showroom to the sales person. Medawar definately knows diamonds and fine jewelry.

Ha
Review №4

Incredible experience. Phillipe helped my fiancé custom design my engagement ring to perfection. After, we had both of our bands done at Medawar Jewelers as well. He custom made my band so that it fit exactly up to my engagement ring and diamond...something no other jewelers would help me do. He HAND CRAFTS each ring...incredible to see! You will not go anywhere better for quality, customer service, skill, or a fair price. The Medawar team are the best in the game!!

Ke
Review №5

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. I brought Philippe my broken circa 1920s vintage engagement ring with the idea to create a replica of it in platinum and also large enough so that it would hold a different 1carat diamond. The original design held only a .25 carat, so to recreate and upsize while keeping the proportions the same was quite the undertaking. Add to that all the detail in the design that is unique to a setting of the 20s made this request particularly difficult. However, the final piece was absolutely stunning. It looks exactly the way it should and I couldnt be happier. He was wonderful to work with through the entire process and made sure I had the ring of my dreams. I now have a true heirloom piece that will out last my life time and hopefully be passed on for generations. I plan to use Philippe for all my future jewelry needs and I highly recommend him.

Wi
Review №6

They were closed and I got a new watch but they let me in anyway to resize my watch and gave it to me for free. Much appreciated!

Ly
Review №7

I have a unique wedding ring created by Mr. Medawar that is stunning! So when I saw that this jeweler also repairs watches I stopped in to see if my watch could be repaired. I have been given an estimate for a complete repair (with a free battery included) that will take only 2 weeks! And the bonus to my visit? Mr. Medawar cleaned my wedding ring while I waited! This jeweler is the very best in the area.

Br
Review №8

We came in for a last minute watch repair and they fit us in without any problems. They did a great job on the watch at a reasonable price. They were really nice about it too.

Ma
Review №9

Philippe did a phenomenal job repairing my grandmother’s antique ruby and diamond ring. He restored it so that it’s significantly more brilliant looking than it was before. He puts great care into his work and is truly a kind person. Definitely a business worth supporting!

Jo
Review №10

Philippe Medawar exceeded every expectation while demonstrating unmatched quality and professionalism. The level of detail and dedication to exceptional service displayed by Philippe and his expert staff, was nothing short of remarkable. There isnt a finer master jeweler and Swiss watchmaker anywhere in the industry. Philippe Medawar is the epitome of integrity, commitment and excellence.

Pe
Review №11

Mr Medawar brought my beloved heirloom Omega Speedmaster back to life after another jeweler absolutely ruined it trying to do a simple repair. He was patient and helpful and I know he provided the best possible service for my watch. He went above and beyond. An extremely talented Swiss watchmaker and a great person as well. Thanks!

Am
Review №12

Philippe is knowledgeable, uniquely creative, incredibly kind, and very attentive to his customers. When I went in for a necklace repair, he examined the piece as if it were his own, took time to understand why the piece had sentimental value to me, and then made the necessary repairs to turn it into something beautiful. Though Ive only had him work on one piece, I got the sense that he is very honest and does his work with excellence because he enjoys seeing his customers happy.

Da
Review №13

Philippe took the time to find out everything he could about my fathers gold pocket watch. I know that the only value of the watch was sentimental, yet he treated it like it was the most expensive pocket watch he had ever worked on. The craftsmanship of his work was impeccable, the personalized service refreshing, the care he showed was like nothing else I had experienced.

Am
Review №14

Philippe Medawar designed and created the most beautiful ring in the world! Its completely unique and magnificent. The quality of diamonds used and the craftsmanship are absolutely stunning. Hes truly a visionary. I receive constant compliments on my rings unique style and setting.

Cy
Review №15

I took my wedding ring to Medawar Fine Jewelers for repair. The wedding band had cracked near where it was soldered to the engagement band. Medawar went above and beyond my expectations. They did a beautiful job with the repair and also buffed and polished out many of the pits and scratches that the ring had acquired over 11 years of wear. Both the gold and the metal shined. It really looked better than the day I bought it! Thank you, Medawar!While the service was a bit pricey, I will definitely return for future fine jewelry needs. The quality was well worth it.

Br
Review №16

I wanted to surprise my wife for our 20th wedding anniversary with a custom designed ring that said, I value you; you are precious to me; you are unique, creative and beautiful to my wife. My wifes existing wedding ring already featured high-quality diamonds (purchased in the Caribbean) that we loved, but the design was uninspired-- typical retail jewelry. Philippe Medawar started with our existing ring, retaining its best diamonds and adding more of his own, and designed a one of a kind masterpiece (just as unique as my wife and nearly as beautiful). The finished custom-designed ring is flawless-- an absolute treasure. It is asymmetrical and unconventional, yet perfectly balanced. The stones float in the setting in a way that maximizes light and brilliance. I have no idea how Philippe accomplished this feat; it looks impossibly delicate, yet is sturdy and secure for every day wear. And Philippes attention to detail is unrivaled. He designed the ring in such a way that every diamond is exposed to maximum light, and yet the setting is entirely smooth with no edges that will catch on clothing or risk jarring loose a stone. I cannot tell you how many breathless compliments my wife has received on this ring. Ive never seen its equal.Some visitors may stop in at Philippes store in Cascade, MI, expecting to find a typical inventory of retail jewelry and to speak with a salesperson. Instead, in Philippe, youve found the rarest of gems -- a true craftsman, master jeweler and watchmaker who creates one of a kind works of art. And to top it off, Philippe is honest, trustworthy and generous with his clients. His work is amazing, and he consistently delights clients who he designs for.When you want to commemorate a milestone with a gift that is truly unique and special, you should strongly consider meeting with Philippe Medawar to design a work of wearable art. Hes the best.

Al
Review №17

My husband bought my engagement ring here. It is beautiful and sturdy. I know it will last a long time.But even after having it bought, we have been here twice--once to resize, and once to inquire about replacing a smaller diamond on the band. Both times, the service was free because of having bought the ring here! When we went for the diamond replacement, we were asked to wait for only about a half hour, while we were kindly entertained by staff conversation, and given hot, fresh coffee.My husband and I both highly recommend such wonderful service and care for customers.

Da
Review №18

Top quality jewelry. Philippe is always helpful and informative. Very knowledgeable and will take the time to answer all questions.

C
Review №19

I brought two Swiss Army watches for battery replacement. They did wonderful, prompt & professional work. I respect the integrity & honesty of their watch Master. I feel good about patronizing this store & would encourage you, dear review reader, to visit for yourself. I think youll be pleased as well.

La
Review №20

I went in to Meadwar Fine Jewelers to purchase a ring for myself, not sure what I was looking for. Phillipe very patiently helped me find something that was just right for me! A beautiful ring with aquamarine, my birthstone! Since then, I have been back in to have my wedding band repaired and cleaned, and the Medawar family and staff are always so kind and helpful! Its definitely my go-to jewelry store!

Re
Review №21

I had to go in to Medawars to service my mothers diamond ring. Philippe was very knowledgeable and friendly, and made me feel like I was the only person in the store, even though it was a very busy time of day. I got the ring back after a few hours, and it was perfect! Will certainly be going there again every time.

Vi
Review №22

I got helped picking out a Pandora bracelet for my girlfriends golden birthday and the staff was extremely helping and kind. My girlfriend loved it and it was all thanks to the wonderful staff.

De
Review №23

Beautiful items. Good service.

A
Review №24

This was shared with a letter to Phillipe, and I thought I would share part of it online.March 7, 2019Dear Phillipe,I cant begin to tell you how much I have enjoyed our friendship for the last 17 years. I met you because you fixed a Junghans watch for me and removed links so my watch, with my last name, fit better on me. I needed new batteries as well and you were the only person in the area that could fix a Junghans watch. I was so blessed, by God, to become friends with you and later your family. You couldnt possibly have a more beautiful family, inside and out. You have truly been a blessing to me and my children over the years. Thank you so much for treating all of us like family.The ring you have made for me I will always wear. Incorporating my parents wedding bands into the design, including my birthstone, and making my Dads cattle brand into a ring, is simply amazing. I cant even express how happy this has made me to finally have something that I will never take off.I know that you being in my life has made me a strong Christian woman and your love for Christ shows in everything that you do. There just arent enough men like you on this planet, unfortunately.I have learned over the years to love everyone, regardless of who they are or what they do. I have learned to love ALL of Gods children regardless of their faith. You have helped me tremendously learn and remember what my Dad, Fred, taught me while I was growing up. THANK YOU for that.I will miss seeing you and your family as often as I have in the past, but this is by far not goodbye forever. I love you all!Alicia Junghans

Da
Review №25

I recently had my watch serviced by Philippe, and got the opportunity to watch him work. It was amazing to see the level of detail and knowledge that he has as a Master Swiss watchmaker, and the timepiece has been working perfectly since then. Thanks!

Vi
Review №26

Had a fantastic first experience at Medawars Fine Jewelers; Philippe took time and great care to restore a family heirloom ring. I was met with kindness and a detailed explanation of what it was going to take to restore and resize my ring. I was a bit nervous that my ring was not repairable, but Phillipe brought it back to life and his skill is impeccable! Although I had a somewhat inexpensive ring that required difficult repairs, I was happy to have received professional interactions throughout the entire process. I was also very impressed with the quick turn around time on sizing and repairing my ring, which needed to have new stones set into it....I highly recommend Phillippe and cant wait to visit again!

Ma
Review №27

You want quality and integrity, youve come to the right place.

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  • Address:5930 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, United States
  • Site:https://www.philippemedawar.com/
  • Phone:+1 616-949-1881
Categories
  • Jewelry repair service
  • Jewelry designer
  • Jeweler
  • Watch repair service
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–5pm
  • Tuesday:10am–5pm
  • Wednesday:10am–5pm
  • Thursday:10am–5pm
  • Friday:10am–3pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Repair services:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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