Advice to Help You Man-Up at the Diamond Counter

Bigger Is NOT Always Better.

I thought I’d share a little bit from a Q&A email I took part in the other day.  This is THE biggest question guys have when it comes to buying a diamond for an engagement ring.  We were talking about a Hearts On Fire Diamond specifically…but it could apply to most premium cuts.  (Though I’m [...]

We’re Back.

It’s been too long since I posted anything on BLAG but I’m back.  Sorry for the interruption but sometimes Life needs your attention more than a blog site does. The good news is that I have been watching the “new” marketplace and much of what I’m seeing only supports my initial views.  Namely…that it’s a [...]

100% Light Return???

In trying to have the last word on the importance of the Cut in defining a diamond’s appeal, many sellers promote magic numbers – like “100%” light return. Buyers beware! That notion is far too simplistic. I find that “light return” percentages are rather meaningless for many reasons. A mirror returns 100% of the light [...]

Guns for Hire…

Listen, if you’re going to take the trouble to search the Internet to learn about diamonds…and then get in your car and drive from place to place to find the “best deal,” be sure to let the salespeople in those jewelry store’s know what you’re about.  They work for you…they’re your hired guns. Just say [...]

The 4C’s vs. A Great Steak

Diamond’s are an enigma to most guys. A great steak, on the other hand, speaks for itself. Grilling a great steak is not a slam-dunk by any means. The upfront prep work, the heat of the coals, the cut of meat, all must combine in a synergistic dance of harmony. (OK…maybe I’m giving this a little too much importance.  Then again, [...]

Those *@%$# 4C’s!

You’re a guy…which means you don’t know a lot about diamonds. In fact, you probably don’t really care that much about them. You know important stuff like the NCAA brackets, box scores, draft picks, and the rule your buddy has to abide by should his drive fall short of the ladies tee. Let’s face it, [...]

A Diamond=Game Over

Why do I even have to give her an engagement ring?

A Truck is a Truck

TIP: As beautiful as your new truck may be to you, it’s best not to discuss its importance when you are at the diamond counter. I wince every time a young man utters the most unabashed pledge of allegiance to his vehicle in front of his girlfriend. It’s a common expletive when he comes face-to-face [...]

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