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Title: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Master KChief on October 12, 2009, 08:22:34 PM: im getting my girlfriend a ring for her birthday coming up in less than a month, and i need some help deciding. it will be between either this one (http://www.jared.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product1%7C10451%7C10001%7C-1%7C22392005%7C19062%7C19062) or this one (http://www.jared.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product1%7C10451%7C10001%7C-1%7C21639202%7C19062%7C19062). what do you guys think? which one looks better? let the voting begin!

#1: 9 votes

#2: 4 votes
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Smokey on October 12, 2009, 08:25:31 PM: Does she have a preference of style that you know of? I'd say the first one...
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Cameron the Conqueror on October 12, 2009, 08:27:47 PM: I would also say the 1st (although her preference would obviously be the best bet.) I am a fan of the more traditional style.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: DDiceRC on October 12, 2009, 08:29:01 PM: #1 has a nice, clean look to it. But more stones may "play" better. :)

My wife says #1, but she likes simpler designs.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Lamborghini_diablo on October 12, 2009, 08:38:59 PM: *sends your girlfriend a link to this thread*

Wait.... what? :angel:
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: xCaLeBx on October 12, 2009, 09:23:02 PM: how about this one? (https://www.cactusforums.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.therallyshack.co.uk%2Fimages%2Falchemy%25202007%2FR122.jpg&hash=309ad00661c5053725f681c0cd1fbb4777e8ea55)jk I like #2 personally but thats just me
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: TechnoEthicist on October 12, 2009, 09:41:25 PM: Gretel says unless it's an engagement band do NOT get her a diamond...go sapphire or amethyst or birthstone, and I completely agree. You don't want to confuse her...
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Master KChief on October 13, 2009, 02:47:09 AM: well, i should probably mention shes a bit more than just a girlfriend...so i have no problem getting her a diamond. i suppose you could call it a promise ring of sorts. :)
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: thestrongangel on October 13, 2009, 05:09:32 AM: Hey man, one bro to another:

Don't play with fire because you can get burned. If your going to get her a diamond, be prepared to get down on one knee. If your not, I wouldn't go near it then. Just get her something that she will like and save the diamonds for when your ready.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: BubbleBoy on October 13, 2009, 07:45:59 AM: I would also vote #1. I like the smooth style of that one.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: uthminister [BR] on October 13, 2009, 08:18:44 AM: I agree with the thought of staying away from a diamond unless you are ready to tie the knot. With that being said, the second choice is a higher quality gold and only a slightly smaller karat of diamonds. I would choose number two!

Just a side note: If you get her a birth stone ring when you do decide to propose to her you can have the birthstone added to the engagement ring or even wedding ring. That is what my wife and I did with her ring and it is really nice...
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: adamfincher on October 13, 2009, 08:19:46 AM: #1 i guess lol
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Cameron the Conqueror on October 13, 2009, 10:59:04 AM: Quote from: thestrongangel on October 13, 2009, 05:09:32 AM
Hey man, one bro to another:

Don't play with fire because you can get burned. If your going to get her a diamond, be prepared to get down on one knee. If your not, I wouldn't go near it then. Just get her something that she will like and save the diamonds for when your ready.
+1 100%
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Prof Underwood on October 13, 2009, 02:16:36 PM: I agree with the other married guys in this thread (ie. those who have experience in this sort of thing), and recommend not getting a ring that looks like an engagement ring if you're not getting engaged. Personally, I would recommend getting a different stone (rubies are cool). However, if I had to pick between these two choices, I would go with #2.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: The Warrior on October 13, 2009, 04:39:07 PM: 1
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Ken4Christ4ever on October 13, 2009, 08:24:38 PM: I'll echo what others have said. Diamonds send the message of engagement, leading to marriage. Even if it doesn't mean that to you, it likely would to her, so make sure that's what you want it to mean. I did get my wife a "promise ring of sorts" with an amethyst, and she really appreciated it.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: thestrongangel on October 13, 2009, 08:28:53 PM: Quote from: Prof Underwood on October 13, 2009, 02:16:36 PM
I agree with the other married guys in this thread (ie. those who have experience in this sort of thing), and recommend not getting a ring that looks like an engagement ring if you're not getting engaged. Personally, I would recommend getting a different stone (rubies are cool). However, if I had to pick between these two choices, I would go with #2.

Married? me? Heck no, just a single guy trying to use his brain.

Which begs the question: If a man goes into the woods and makes a statement, and no woman hears him, is he still wrong?
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Paladin on October 14, 2009, 08:12:34 AM: first one aaand, ooooo, he went to jareds.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Master KChief on October 14, 2009, 11:59:03 AM: Quote from: Paladin on October 14, 2009, 08:12:34 AM
first one aaand, ooooo, he went to jareds.

LOL. :D
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: 3-Liner And Bags Of Chips on October 14, 2009, 12:36:20 PM: Quote from: Paladin on October 14, 2009, 08:12:34 AM
first one aaand, ooooo, he went to jareds.

lol beat me to it pala. XD I would have to go with the first one for the simple fact the second one looks like an engamement ring. If that is what you are looking for, the second one is your choice. If not, go wit hthe first
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: uthminister [BR] on October 14, 2009, 01:07:38 PM: Married guys = choice #2
Single guys = choice #1

Interesting how the chips are falling...
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Paladin on October 14, 2009, 01:11:19 PM: gee.....thank's for the update on married people....
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: uthminister [BR] on October 14, 2009, 01:23:42 PM: Just showing the trends, not the exceptions...
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Smokey on October 14, 2009, 03:34:41 PM: Quote from: uthminister [BR] on October 14, 2009, 01:07:38 PM
Married guys = choice #2
Single guys = choice #1

Interesting how the chips are falling...

It could be the age difference rather than the marrage difference, but I agree it's interesting.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: uthminister [BR] on October 14, 2009, 10:23:45 PM: You calling me old you whipper snapper... >:(
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: YourMathTeacher on October 14, 2009, 10:28:57 PM: $300 for a "girlfriend's" ring?? Either your buds that won the WoW Worlds are giving you some loose change or GameStop pays wayyyy more than I expected. ;)

FWIW, I am married and old, and I say #2.
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Smokey on October 14, 2009, 10:34:06 PM: Whippersnappers just want to have fun?
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: YourMathTeacher on October 14, 2009, 10:37:36 PM: Quote from: Smokey on October 14, 2009, 10:34:06 PM
Whippersnappers just want to have fun?

They just want to be whipped!
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: 3-Liner And Bags Of Chips on October 14, 2009, 11:38:44 PM: Quote from: YourMathTeacher on October 14, 2009, 10:37:36 PM
Quote from: Smokey on October 14, 2009, 10:34:06 PM
Whippersnappers just want to have fun?

They just want to be whipped!

Oh snap!!!
(https://www.cactusforums.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2F1.bp.blogspot.com%2F_ZYEvkPRJ7VI%2FR0NYTLhD4LI%2FAAAAAAAAABY%2Fy_LiEsMrn7U%2Fs1600%2Fohsnap.jpg&hash=5dcf3f1e9ee5d72f218c069ebe1af4426bef57b3)
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: xCaLeBx on October 15, 2009, 09:55:15 AM: Quote from: Smokey on October 14, 2009, 03:34:41 PM
Quote from: uthminister [BR] on October 14, 2009, 01:07:38 PM
Married guys = choice #2
Single guys = choice #1

Interesting how the chips are falling...

It could be the age difference rather than the marrage difference, but I agree it's interesting.
I'm 14 :P mebbe I just have sophisticated taste ;)
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: uthminister [BR] on October 15, 2009, 10:53:17 AM: You are certainly wise beyond your years... ::)
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: 3-Liner And Bags Of Chips on October 19, 2009, 11:08:38 AM: Quote from: uthminister [BR] on October 15, 2009, 10:53:17 AM
You are certainly wise beyond your years... ::)

yeah true dat. Hopefully whichever ring you pick, she will love
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: BubbleBoy on October 19, 2009, 04:12:19 PM: He was talking to Caleb...sarcastically I might add. :P
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: 3-Liner And Bags Of Chips on October 20, 2009, 11:36:54 AM: Quote from: BubbleBoy on October 19, 2009, 04:12:19 PM
He was talking to Caleb...sarcastically I might add. :P

I know...lol
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Master KChief on November 06, 2009, 10:57:21 PM: just an update, i bought her ring #2. while all feedback was greatly appreciated, i think i should probably be listening to the married ones. :)

im giving it to her on her birthday monday (one day before cod: mw2 releases. woot!).
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: browarod on November 06, 2009, 10:58:41 PM: I'm sure she'll love it ^_^
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Cameron the Conqueror on November 07, 2009, 12:39:38 AM: Quote from: Master KChief on November 06, 2009, 10:57:21 PM
just an update, i bought her ring #2. while all feedback was greatly appreciated, i think i should probably be listening to the married ones. :)

im giving it to her on her birthday monday (one day before cod: mw2 releases. woot!).

Your problem lies within this post. Ring + cod in same post = trouble. ;)
Title: Re: need some ring-pickin help
Post by: Master KChief on November 07, 2009, 12:56:37 AM: so what you're saying...is...i should have bought her a custom-made cod ring? epic! ;D