http://blog.schubachstore.com/2011/06/tms-octagon-halo.html
Check out the video of my finished e-ring.

Ok, here's the story. I saw the video for my ering today from Schubach. (before Beth even sent me an e-mail because I was stalking the website, haha.)
When I first saw it I was in LOVE. But then I noticed that the gold wasn't delicately milgrained like I had asked for. Looking at it over and over again with my BF, we decided that we really liked it and didn't think the lack of milgraining took away from the ring so we'd keep it as is.
Then I saw the e-mail from Beth at Schubach's and she also saw right away that the ring came back from the goldsmith without the milgraining and she was upset about it. And also, Joe had said he wasn't happy with the top of the ring because it's not perfectly symmetrical - I can't really tell from the video if this is obvious or not.
Ok, so after the long story, here is the question. They are sending the ring and my BF will give it to me at some point soon - I have no idea, he wants it to be a surprise. Now, I'm ok with the lack of milgraining, I think it's beautiful without it. But I really think if it's obviously not symmetrical it will bug me. IF I need to send it back for the top to be redone, should I keep it smooth or go with the delicate milgraining?
Opinions would be greatly appreciated. I know it's going to be really difficult to send the ring back if needed once I get it. I'll miss it so much!

As a side note, Schubach's has been wonderful as always wanting to make everything perfect and Beth was not happy about the mix up with the goldsmith. And I also believe they thought this design wouldn't turn out to be as complicated as it has been with the symmetry issues. If it's sent back Joe said he'll definitely want to do a CAD design to make sure it's perfect. This question in no way is a slam on Schubach's, they're terrific.
I just don't know what to do.

It turned out wonderful!! okie dokie, I can see the issue between 4 and 6 o`clock if that makes sense. I would let them make it right now... That would bug me for sure, and it should be fixed.

As for the milgrain, it is a toughie. It looks stunning now with the smooth edge, but I am a sucker for milgrain too. So that you will just have to decide. If you love it now, I would leave it, but if you just ``like`` it but love milgrain more, then have it added. Milgrain will give it a more Art Deco vibe.

I would have to get the ring, as i asked for it. I am such a perfectionist, i drive myself crazy BUT... When i look at my ring (for example), i have to have that perfect satisfaction feeling. Your ring is gorgeous, there's no doubt about it but it's not what you asked for and imagined... It will drive you crazy after a while. If you wanted milgraining, you must have it. Don't settle for anything less than YOUR perfect ring. It's something you will look at and adore every day. It has to be right.... It can't just do or be ok, you have to be in love with it..... It has to be perfection...

Good luck, you will get there in the end, i am sorry for the wait....

I'd leave out the milgrain. But, then I'm not really a fan of milgraining. I love your design, but you should really have them fix the symmetry issues. Otherwise, you're not getting what you paid for....I know it would bother me forever!

Thank you. I'm hoping seeing it will help me decide on the milgraining.

I would definately add the milgrain, but I love milgrain :P

I just got the video of my new and improved ring from Schubach's and it looks amazing! I'm so glad I let them fix it, it looks great. Joe and especially Beth (who I talked with the most) were just great to work with. I couldn't recommend them more.
I also decided in the end to stay without milgraining. Hopefully that was the right decision. I loved it so much as is and I couldn't picture how it would look with the milgraining so I figured the safe choice was to leave it smooth.
Here's the youtube video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vvwr4-NVdg&feature=youtube_gdata_player

And you can check out the pictures of the entire process on Schbach's website:
http://blog.schubachstore.com/2011/06/tms-octagon-halo.html

Enjoy!

perfect!!!! I am so glad you got it fixed too And you Mira is so white. Wear it in good health!

It's simply stunning.... I think you made the right choice going without the milgrain.....

Oh wow! Your ring is fabulous and I wouldn't change a thing. I really don't think you needed the millgrain, it's perfect as it is