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November 2023 by Michelle Geditz
They are very particular and very knowledgeable. I always leave impressed and very satisfied. Their work is exceptional. I’ve had 3 rings worked on. 2 wedding rings made smaller and one amethyst replaced to exact color. I have not purchased anything, would love to. my hubby? That’s debatable!
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October 2023 by Andrew Welbig
I worked with Thomas to create the PERFECT engagement ring for my now wife. He took all my crazy ideas to heart, and we worked together to make it a reality. I was able to be there when they melted down the gold from my grandmother's old wedding band to make the center of my wife's engagement ring. He showed me options to choose the best diamond for my budget and really helped me to stretch my money to make the dream come true. There is no ring in the world like the one i gave my wife. You can't find that one online or in a catalog. He was even willing to work with me on my crazy ideas for my own ring. His team took my grandfather's wedding band and built around it to create something truly unique to me. With his help, I was able to honor the memory of my grandparents' amazing relationship and also create something to embody my relationship with my now wife. I wouldn't have entrusted that experience to anyone else. It is a blessing and comfort to know that those precious heirlooms were safe and never left his shop in Sioux Falls. A blessing still to have witnessed firsthand as they were transformed into something more than they were. Thank you to Thomas for sharing all his experience and love of the craft!
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October 2023 by Max Reagen
From the beginning when I was shopping for an engagement ring till we were both shopping for wedding bands, the staff at Bechtold's were incredible. Their attention to detail, follow up, and quality of products floored us. Cannot recommend this establishment enough.
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August 2023 by Tyler Nelson
Thomas James & Bechtold Jewelry is the best jeweler in town! They have a great selection of jewelry in their cases and if you can’t find what you want Thomas will custom make it for you! I have gotten 3 custom pieces from Thomas and am always astounded on the quality and attention to detail he puts into each piece. You can get a digital rendering of the custom work before they make it so you can really see what you are going to get! They work with different price ranges and custom make each piece to your desired price range! I would highly recommend stopping in and taking a look at what they have and talking with the wonderful employees at Thomas James & Bechtold Jewelry!
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October 2022 by Don Kayser
We found a beautiful, unique ring here and Elizabeth was a joy to work with for the whole process. Recommend highly!
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October 2022 by Jamie Flyger
My husband and I were referred by friends. We had some sentimental family jewelry that we wanted to use the gold from to make our rings. The experience of creating our rings was so personal and beyond enjoyable. After having my ring for a bit, I decided I wanted a different setting and went back to see if it was possible. Everyone I worked with was so welcoming and happy to see me again and never questioned my decision to make changes to my ring. Cannot recommend Thomas James and Bechtold enough!
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July 2022 by Carla Scott
I took in a few pieces of family jewelry to have restyled. Elizabeth and Thomas were great to work with. Beautiful jewelry!
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June 2022 by Tyler Melton
Just picked up the engagement ring that I plan to propose with on Tuesday. Looks absolutely amazing. When I first walked in I had no idea what I was doing besides a little research I did myself. But I was helped the whole way never pushed to buy something I couldn't afford. I gave pictures of things i liked received photos of things that were similar till we hit what I was looking for. As I said when I walked out the door I recommend anybody to at least walk in this store and have a conversation if you are looking for something special. I also have to mention my kids are very active and mischievous. They ran around this store like mad men and instead of being upset they were given treats and talked to like family. You don't buy that.
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May 2022 by Preston Bennett
Elizabeth was absolutely amazing when I went in for help with a gift. I gave her a couple ideas and she took them and ran with them. Within 30 minutes she had built out exactly what I had envisioned and it was ordered. So happy I stopped in to take a look. Highly recommend
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March 2022 by janet cosgrove
From start to finish, it was a beautiful experience at Bechtold’s! I came in the store with random stones of sentimental value and vague ideas about how to set them into a piece of jewelry to cherish. Elizabeth and Thomas were ever so respectful, patient and kind in leading me through the process. It was fun! I love the design and artistry of my new ring, more special for having had the time at Bechtold’s
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January 2022 by Natalia S
look no further for the best jewelry store in the United States. Thomas and the other jewelers are masters of this craft.They listens to clients needs and will do everything in their power to make sure you are satisfied with your experience and your one of a kind piece. Every employee at this store is meticulous, compassionate, knowledgable and kind!! This store embodies honor, respect and love for their clients and the Sioux Falls community. This is a family run business that runs on honesty, trust and love. Thank you.
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November 2021 by Natalia Stys
look no further for the best jewelry store in the United States. Thomas and the other jewelers are masters of this craft.They listens to clients needs and will do everything in their power to make sure you are satisfied with your experience and your one of a kind piece. Every employee at this store is meticulous, compassionate, knowledgable and kind!! This store embodies honor, respect and love for their clients and the Sioux Falls community. This is a family run business that runs on honesty, trust and love. Thank you.
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October 2021 by David Marlette
We gave Bechtold Jewelry a 5-Star Rating because there is nothing we would change about our experience. My husband had Thomas James create a family ring using my moms wedding rings. They added our birthstones, our four children's birthstones, six diamonds for our grandchildren, and a ruby representing our 50th Anniversary. The design is an absolutely gorgeous keepsake!Thomas and his "family" were all very professional, knowledgeable, talented, and above all true Christians!
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October 2021 by Kevin Gleason
Needed an anniversary gift from Thomas James & Bechtold Jewelry. Thomas and Elizabeth were great about asking not only my thoughts, but they went deeper with questions about other jewelry my wife had and how this might fit. In the end they helped me picked out a stellar piece. Wife loved it. Super happy!
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October 2021 by Lori Filler
Thomas replaced my hallo diamond when it went missing. He had guaranteed his work and so he did it for free and it was done within 3 days. They are so so professional and courteous! Thank you Thomas and Andrew, of course!!❤
