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  1. What are your hours of operation?
  2. How should I send my fine watch to you?
  3. How do I communicate what’s wrong with the watch?
  4. How long does it take to get the estimate? Is there a charge? What if I decide not to do the work.
  5. How long does it take to complete the work?
  6. Are the prices at Rafael Jewelers’ watch repair department competitive?
  7. Do you provide a guarantee on watch repairs?
  8. If you are an authorized jeweler for several fine watch collections, why don't you show them on your web site?
  1. What are your hours of operation?

    We are open Tues.-Sat., closed Sundays and Mondays. 10:00 am – 5:30 p.m.
    After thanksgiving, we are open every day except Sundays. We close the store from Christmas Day thru. Jan 10, 2005. This is the only time we close the store for vacation.

  2. How should I send my fine watch to you?

    There are just 2 important things to firmly do.

    First, properly INSURE your watch for the value it would cost for you to replace in the unlikely event it is lost. We recommend registered mail (which includes us signing for the package) because it is simply the most secure method for mailing items of value. You can also use United Parcel Service; again, properly insure for the value and require a signed signature. Please remember to use a solid box and properly secure the box with tape

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    Second, address your package either RJI or Suzie Kochayan.
    NEVER put jewelers on the box as this would certainly make it more vulnerable to theft.
    The address would then read:
    RJI
    1200 Fourth St. 1200 Fourth St.
    San Rafael, CA 94901
    Suzie Kochayan
    1200 Fourth St. 1200 Fourth St.
    San Rafael, CA 94901

    Please remember to package your watch securely with plenty of tissue, paper, or bubble wrap. You know you will have packaged properly because the watch will absolutely not move in the box.
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  3. How do I communicate what’s wrong with the watch?

    We recommend you use our convenient prepared form that you can print out. If you wish to rather write it in a note, please remember to include the following pieces of information:
    - Full Name
    - Mailing Address
    - Work Ph #
    - Home Phone #
    - Description of the problem or what you want to be done
    - Email Address is optional

  4. How long does it take to get the estimate? Is there a charge? What if I decide not to do the work?

    We respond in 3-4 business days. Usually we call, but we can also contact you by email. There is no charge for the estimate. We simply bill you $15-$20 (depending on value of your watch) to ship it back to you, properly insured.

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  5. How long does it take to complete the work?

    Upon giving us the “go ahead”, it takes in most cases 3-4 weeks.
    If this seems a bit longer you expected, please understand that we approach servicing your watch with the highest standards. It means completely disassembling your timepiece, properly checking EACH and EVERY part for wear and tear, and obtaining (if we don’t have it), the precise genuine parts from the respective manufacturer. After reassembly, we then test the watch for a few days. We just do not take short cuts in the repair process because we know how important it is to you.

  6. Are the prices at Rafael Jewelers’ watch repair department competitive?

    Yes!
    If you compare the absolutely thorough manner with which we approach watch servicing with replacing all necessary parts from the manufacturer, we are extremely competitive. There is a reason we have the expression, “ you get what you pay for.”

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  7. Do you provide a guarantee on watch repairs?

    Rafael Jewelers provides a 1 year “no fuss” guarantee on our watch repairs. It is our expectation, that we will not see your watch until its regular service, approximately in 4-5 years, later.

  8. If you are an authorized jeweler for several fine watch collections, why don't you show them on your web site?

    It is true that we are authorized jewelers for several prestigious watch companies. However, in our agreements with these watch houses, they strictly prohibit sales over the internet. We greatly value our long term relationships with these fine companies, so we honor their policy without question. If you happen to visit our store, we would be delighted to show you these collections.
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1200 4th Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
Phone: 1-(415) 453-3580
Hours: Open daily from
10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Closed on Sun. & Mon.
E-mail:
tony@rafaeljewelers.com
Holidays:
We are closed for vacation
from Dec 20 - Jan 10

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