Why we don't take shortcuts with your metal
Most shops rush the process. We don't. Every piece is shaped, cast, and polished by hand in Chicago — on purpose.
Custom design, from scratch
You bring the idea. We draw it, refine it, and build it in wax before touching metal.
From $150
Precision lost-wax casting
Each model gets its own mold. No shortcuts, no plastic sprues — just clean metal that holds every detail.
From $80
Hand-finished to the millimeter
After casting, we file, sand, and polish every surface by hand. No mass tumbling. No buffing wheels leave invisible scratches.
From $60
Stone setting, one at a time
We set each stone individually using traditional bezel and prong techniques. No glue, no heat-shrink plastic.
From $40
Repair and restoration work
Soldering broken chains, tightening loose settings, restringing pearls — done at the bench, not shipped out.
From $30
Same Chicago turnaround
Most jobs leave the bench within two weeks. No offshoring, no waiting on overseas shipping.
From $50
What our first Chicago clients are saying
Donovan took my rough sketch and turned it into a real engagement ring. He walked me through every step — the wax, the cast, the polish. I knew exactly what I was getting before he started.
James K.
Chicago, IL
I needed a small batch of custom pendants for my shop. The turnaround was honest, the fit was spot-on, and the finish was better than my usual overseas supplier.
Maya S.
Local boutique owner, Chicago
Sent him a photo of an antique brooch I wanted recreated. He didn't try to upsell me. Just said yes or no on what would actually work in the metal. That's rare.
Tom R.
Return client, Chicago
A feel for the metal and the finish
Each piece starts as raw stock — wax, gold, silver — and gets shaped by hand in our Chicago shop. Here's a look at what that actually looks like.
The Chicago bench
Simple pricing for custom jewelry manufacturing. Every piece is cast, finished, and polished in our Chicago shop.
Custom design
One-of-a-kind pieces from your sketch, photo, or idea. Every detail handled start to finish.
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Consultation and sketch
3D model preview
Wax carving and casting
Stone setting if needed
Hand finishing and polish
Production run
Small-batch manufacturing for local designers and small brands. Consistent quality across every piece.
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Mold creation
Casting up to 50 pieces
Finishing and assembly
Quality check on each piece
Polishing and packaging
Repair and resize
Ring sizing, prong retipping, chain repairs, and general restoration work on your existing pieces.
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In-person assessment
Sizing up or down
Prong and setting repair
Chain and clasp repair
Final polish and clean
How does a raw design become a finished piece?
We start with a conversation. You share your idea, we talk through the details, and then Donovan Davis brings it to life at the bench — from wax carving to final polish, all in Chicago.
One bench. One craftsman. Your project, ready when you are.
A quick call or email is all it takes to start a piece. We reply within 24 hours.