David S Diamonds

Thanks to David S, buying my fiancé’s engagement ring was one of the most pleasurable experiences I’ve ever had. David was referred to me by my brother in law, who was referred to by his best friend, who was referred to by his brother, who was referred to by his college roommate. I think you see the trend here. With David’s help, I was able to design a beautiful ring for my fiancé that is still getting compliments left and right. David S Diamonds is one of those rare finds and I will forever keep this business in my life. From wedding bands, to gifts, to helping my own friends pick out their rings, David S is that place. Thank you again David and staff! It was literally the perfect experience. See you soon!

I was recommended from a friend and it was a great experience. Ravin spent the time to call me and had some email exchanges in preparation for my appointment and visit to NYC. We sent about 90 minutes walking through different settings, rings, and stones until I was comfortable with the purchase.

great quality for a great price after doing alot of internet research. great selection and very educational experience. this was the type of place I was looking for… very safe, no pressure, alot of selection, didn’t feel seedy at all. this place is for the customer who researches the heck out of everything. if you’re reading about holloway cut advisor, this place is for you. david told me that some people spend alot of time on research and ultimately still come back to him. you can’t compare blue nile to this place. I think more appropriate comparisons who be like high end internet stuff like brian gavin… etc.

I was referred to David S Diamonds (specifically to Ravin) by a friend and co-​worker who raved about getting great service and a stunning engagement ring. I had been long into my own search but I figured it was worth a visit to get a different perspective.
We setup an appointment via e-​mail and I found their offices without too much trouble. They are located within an office tower and their «showroom» is nicely decked out. I was brought inside to meet Ravin and he was everything I was told and more. After some pleasantries we got down to business and Ravin gave me his spiel. I was pretty well versed in the 4 Cs of diamonds but seeing is definitely believing. We went through many comparisons and I was able to narrow down my preferences to a few specific characteristics (size and cut) that stood out to me.
The 1^st visit taught me a lot but I wasn’t quite ready to pull the trigger. I thought things over and narrowed things down to what I wanted and setup another appointment with Ravin. He had a great selection of diamonds to show me and we quickly whittled things down to a beautiful stone. I can honestly say I might never had made a choice without Ravin’s helpful guidance. We picked out a setting and after they set the stone I had 1 more visit to see the finished product. It was stunning. Thanks Ravin!

I bought my wife’s engagement ring and weddings rings here. I had a great experience and no one in NYC could beat the price for such high quality. Trust me I looked a lot. Make sure to make an appointment for your visit.
Also, I would strongly recommend Amy because she is the best!

I’m a big fan. I was referred by a good friend a couple of years ago (thanks Rich)!!
I bought my wedding band as well as wife’s engagement ring at that time.
I recently came back to have the wedding band resized as well as cleaned.
I was impressed with David’s customer service and remembering all the details of our conversations more than two years ago.
Of course — my wife had to get another ring while we were here.

My husband bought my engagement ring from Ravin. I went in with him at first to see what styles I liked, and of course, what we could afford. I picked out a few options and left Ravin and my then fiancée to do the rest. Ravin guided my husband through the process (he was fairly clueless) with patience and kindness. I got a beautiful engagement ring and happily went back to purchase my wedding band from Ravin as well. Would recommend to all! We found the business to be trustworthy and fair.

We bought our wedding bands from David S. diamonds and 9 years later, came back to buy another diamond. If my husband had known how knowledgable and patient this store was, he would’ve bought my engagement ring here. Ravin was very patient and not pushy at all. We were visiting from the West Coast but I felt at ease with my purchase and the delivery to my home. Highly recommend!

My fiancé bought my engagement ring from David S. Diamonds as a suggestion /​referral from a friend and it is BEAUTIFUL! He worked with Ravin and had a great experience with him. He learned a lot and felt that he got a great price on my ring.
I went back to get the ring sized and Ravin took the time to inspect my ring to check all the stones and prongs, clean it and suggested to come by every 3 – 4 months to get it cleaned and checked.
I get compliments all the time! I LOVE it and can’t wait to go back to purchase our wedding rings!

Ravin is a true professional. Thank you Ravin. I am finally getting around to writing a review, because my wife continues to receive compliments on her ring. I was introduced to him through a friend in 2012, I purchased my engagement ring soon after. David S. Diamonds is the real deal, no games, no artificial people, diamonds or motives. Spending the kind of money you do on a ring, you want to make sure that there is no-​doubt you are getting what you pay for. I never felt lost in the process, Ravin took his time in explaining everything I needed even including the specific delivery of the ring. It really can’t get much better than this. If you are a street-​smart person, you know you are in a legitimate place, dealing with legitimate professionals. My wife LOVES the ring I custom made her, and I love D.S.D. for making me look like a genius. I only recommend this place to people who care about quality in both product, service, and integrity.

I was referred to David S by a colleague and was fairly certain after my first visit to the showroom that they would be getting my business. Ultimately, I purchased a larger diamond than I intended on at a very fair price and my fiancé is extremely happy. Price, however, is not the determinative factor here. The service provided is where David S shines (no pun intended). Ravin, in particular, was very accommodating and took the time to answer every question in detail. Light return and cut quality were emphasized just as much as color and clarity. The stone is truly brilliant and shines far greater than others I was shown in the diamond district with arguably better stats and far higher prices. The price I paid was below the online price guides and the service I received was unparalleled. I recommend David S without any reservation.

Love my engagement ring! I obviously didn’t buy it but it’s a show stopper. Love my wedding band and my husband loves his as well. Ravin was so great to us. My husbands coworker just bought a ring from them due to our recommendation (have it shipped to NJ– taxes are a lot cheaper). While my husband has excellent taste and buys a lot of Cartier, I hope he goes back to David S for some earrings :)

My husband bought my stunning 1 ct solitaire at David S @18 years ago. David S was recommended to him by his brother — who used David S and who heard about David S from another friend. We all live in NC. My husband flew up to NYC spent an hour or two designing the perfect ring — also using some small diamonds on the side from my grandmothers ring for sentimental purposes. It is a solitaire with a partial pave band. I get so many compliments on my ring and bands that encompass and love the fact that I have not seen another exactly like it.
After looking at jewelry stores in our area, there was no way we would have been able to afford my ring through a reputable dealer or even a cheaper dealer. This is because my diamond only has a small ocllusion and the rest of the C’s are very good. When I take to my local highly reputable dealer for a cleaning they always coment on the quality of diamond and look of the ring. I have never been happier and continue to tell anyone in the market for a ring to go to David S.
Also, once we were ready to get the bands prior to the wedding — I was able to work with David S over the phone to get what I wanted. They faxed the design — yes faxed –as this was the very late 90’s, but it was great. We did not have to make another trip up there.

Ravin was extraordinarily patient throughout the process, and provided subtle yet invaluable guidance. We never felt rushed, judged or pressured in the slightest. If you work with David S., you’ll end up with more than you expected.

It’s that time. My boyfriend is ready to propose and since a «brand name» ring is waste of money, we’re on the lookout for a good jeweler. His personal shopper has an absolutely stunning engagement ring, and as soon as I saw it (and she let me try it on!) I knew I wanted to go where she went. She happily recommended David. In addition, the website had great inventory for good prices and a ton of 5 star Unilocal reviews, so I was sold.
I called and made an appointment several days in advance and even emailed pictures of what I was looking for. The phone call was thorough, and as my referral met with David himself, I was supposed to as well. My picture email was promptly responded to, thanking me for my helpful information. Everything was going excellently.
On the day of, I arrive to my appointment, very excited and eager to design my dream ring. The receptionist calls for David and I sit to wait. Several minutes later, another man who is not David comes out and asks me very briskly who I am, what I am looking for, if I have an appointment, and for what time. I was very taken aback as I’ve already discussed all of my needs on the phone and email and, yes, I have an appointment! He seems shocked at my appointment and says David is «tied up at the moment» so maybe he can start with me and then David can take over. But he seems to be distracted and uninterested, not the thoughtful, knowledgeable employee of the reviews. This is a huge purchase! I say I prefer to reschedule. He quickly says he will talk to David to see what can be done. I sit and wait… Several more minutes. He comes back out (I’ve been waiting over 20 minutes now) and says David will be at least another 15 minutes. I declined to wait, and declined to commit to another appointment.
I have no idea what David was so busy with, but the way I was handled as a new (and referred) client was unacceptable. My boyfriend is not only looking for my ring, but place to get a wedding band as well as other jewels. Someone should have called me to let me know of the delay. Or, if it was so last minute, David should have at least popped out to meet me and apologize. No one apologized for the wait I incurred. No one even asked me if I was ok, or needed a drink etc. I felt as if I was an afterthought and ignored. This is not how a girl on the prowl for her engagement ring is supposed to feel, and I left feeling pretty horrible. I only wish I could experience the level of service on these reviews because it was nonexistent when I went.

A fantastic experience. Ravin took the time to explain details about diamonds that other retailers would not, and provided unparalleled customer service. Highly recommended!

Very professional staff all around. No pressure, no pretentiousness, no assumptions. Excellent teachers. They really seem to genuinely care about educating you so that you can make informed decisions. I bought my wife’s engagement ring ~3.5 years ago from them, and it was really a perfect experience from start to finish. I literally knew nothing, read some reviews online, and found my way to David S, and walked in without an appointment. A few years later, we have been back a handful of times for re-​sizing, cleaning, etc. Always complimentary, and always courteous, prompt service.
Can’t say enough about how genuine these folks are. The same cannot be said for most of the others in the «Diamond District.» Not to mention we had the ring appraised at a different jeweler (moved to DC since then) over 20% higher than what we paid. They really care about all of their customers, no matter the budget. I know for a fact there were people in there spending $ 30 – 50,000 on jewelery, while I was only spending a fraction of that. But an outside observer would have no idea, because they give every customer exceptional service.

I must say I was very pleased with my total experience from the moment I stepped in the doors with no idea until I walked out with a good knowledge of diamonds and an engagement ring.
They (Ravin) make a concerted effort to instruct and inform you on the criteria in how diamonds SHOULD be viewed in.
Well Aug 23^rd the proposal was given and accepted. The ring blew her away. The sparkle is what she still talks about. Thanks.
Value, customer service, price, wow factor all ¹⁰⁄₁₀

I received an engagement ring from David S jewelers which is stunning! I was in their store recently and the employees could not be more kind or helpful. They offered to clean and inspect the ring every 3 – 4 months to make sure it stays in perfect condition and always sparkles.
The employees take the time to educate you about diamonds, cuts, settings and ensure you are 100% satisfied before and after every purchase is made. I would highly recommend David S and can’t wait to visit them again for my wedding band.

This place knows diamonds. Period.
When I finally came to my senses, and realized that I had to pop the question or risk being a bachelor forever, the hunt for «the ring» was on.
I had ventured into a few other stores looking for «the ring.» We had taken a break from each other for months (after things got hairy when we decided to try living together.) I think I was just annoyed that she kept hinting for «the ring.»
David S., according to Unilocal,seemed to be the perfect choice. After all, we’re talking diamonds here, not cupcakes. By this time, I was sick of rings, so I set up an appointment and the rest was a breeze. What I especially love about this place was they they are NOT pushy. When I went to Fina, other places, etc, they made me feel guilty for not buying something on the spot. That means a lot to me because I only like to deal with car salesmen when I’m purchasing a car!
It was a wonderful lesson in diamonds and, ultimately, I’m happy with everything from the ring to the service leading up to my purchase.
The only thing I can hope for now is at least an hour in my day when I’m not fighting with my girlfriend so that I can pop the question. That could be years from now!