Testimonials

  • Thank you Dennis...
    testimonial for Dennis Boothby (2024)

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    Thank you Dennis. I had heard about my mother losing her ring years ago when I ordered mine while attending TA. Although I didn’t make the “ring returning party”, it was great to see what the ring actually looked like. Thank you again!

  • Highly recommended.
    testimonial for Jim Wren (2024)

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    Jim was very quick to respond and show up to help find a gold necklace pendant that had fell off the chain. Highly recommended.

  • I would hire him again in a heartbeat if it happened again. He's 100% legit and worth every penny. I am so grateful for his service and can't thank him enough!
    testimonial for Keith Wille (2024)

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    "Rarely do I leave a review, but I was so impressed with Keith's quick find. Took him 30 mins to find 3 rings I had lost in the snow. I was out sledding with my kid after a fresh set of snow and of course, didn't think to wear gloves. It wasn't until much later that I noticed my rings missing, and after going through photos, we narrowed it down to a small timeframe. We bought a metal detector and searched out in the snow to no avail. I emailed Keith, and he got back to me early next morning with news that he could come in a few days as he was booked. Due to the snow, it seemed like it was a busy time. He came that Sunday and gave me a 2-hour window with an approximate eta. He showed up on time with a very serious metal detector and went straight to work after asking a few questions. He's a really nice guy with a warm but professional demeanor, and I would hire him again in a heartbeat if it happened again. He's 100% legit and worth every penny. I am so grateful for his service and can't thank him enough! Thanks, Keith!"

  • He was professional and efficient. He found the ring in less than an hour!”
    testimonial for Keith Wille (2024)

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    I lost my wedding band and spent several hours, over several days, searching for it. I knew exactly where it was and even bought a metal detector to try and find it. When all hope was lost, I turned to Keith. It was more of a process than I thought, but not more than the ring was worth to me so, in the end, absolutely the best decision. He was professional and efficient. He found the ring in less than an hour!”

  • I am profoundly grateful for his help...
    testimonial for Keith Wille (2024)

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    Having lost an heirloom (four generations back) wedding band in my yard, I was very anxious to find it. Hours of searching on my hands and knees and with a borrowed metal detector was fruitless. Keith and his wife came in and found it in about 15 minutes. I am profoundly grateful for his help. As with so many things in life, there is no substitute in this field for skill/experience and having the right equipment + knowing how to use it, and Keith ticks all these boxes. If you've lost something metal and have been unable to find it yourself, don't despair - get Keith involved.

  • Greatly appreciate his service, and would use him again if the need arose!”
    testimonial for Keith Wille (2024)

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    “Can’t say how thankful I am to Keith for his service in finding my wedding ring after it slipped off my wet hand while finishing some work around my pool. Like a lot of folks, I took a quick look, didn’t find it, then headed to Walmart to look for a metal detector. In the world of “you get what you pay for”, this is especially true. After about 4 hours of working with that, I realized it was time to call in a professional. Keith was able to show up several days later, since it wasn’t urgent due to being on private property, and after about an hour; found my ring. Greatly appreciate his service, and would use him again if the need arose!”

  • I highly recommend Steve.
    testimonial for Steve LaForce (2024)

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    I can’s say how much i appreciate Steve. He was professional, called me back when he felt weather was best to find mom’s ring and showed up when he said he would. I had given up hope when I lost it back in the field 6-8 months ago. Many people had tried to find it so i had given up hope when i ran accross ringfinders. I highly recommend Steve.

  • he was kind, trustworthy and a wonderful soul...
    testimonial for Ron Wilton (2024)

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    This is Megan the girl above and I can’t tell you enough how truly incredible Ron was. I honestly had zero expectations but not only did he find my ring he was kind, trustworthy and a wonderful soul. Forever my new friend Ron!

  • I can not tell you how happy I am, Ring Finder found my ring...
    testimonial for Henry Lucero (2024)

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    I can not tell you how happy I am . Ring Finder found my ring within 15 minutes . I had looked and looked with no success. Even had a neighbor come with a metal detector and couldn’t detect anything . I highly recommend them. Lesson learned . Don’t wear jewelry when doing yardwork . I know my husband is smiling from heaven. Again thank you

  • You saved our honeymoon!
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    Thank you Joe for all that you do! You saved our honeymoon! Mahalo!

  • Henry Lucero is one of the angels that God puts on earth to help us all get through those moments which we can’t understand but that happened.
    testimonial for Henry Lucero (2024)

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    Henry Lucero is one of the angels that God puts on earth to help us all get through those moments which we can’t understand but that happened. After 40 years I lost my ring. I cannot tell you how important that Ring was because that would take days if not, if not years. it was my wedding ring and it meant a great deal to me from a sentimental standpoint. I called Henry and I let him know what happened. He took the time to listen and question me so that the moment that he got here he could go to work and find my ring. it was lost in the backyard, but large backyard with grass and flowerbeds and a very large garden. I watched him take out the technology that he had but I also watched him with his eyes and his mind working the land. One minute turn to 10 and 10 to 20 I began to think that it would not be found . I saw a smile come across his face I saw his hand open. I saw shiny golden ring that he had found my emotions took the best of me as I grabbed Henry and hugged him, and the tears began to come down my face. He is so good. He is so talented. he is so respectful of understanding how important a lost item like a ring could be. I recommend him to anyone who has lost something important in their lives as he will find it. I’m headed this morning to get the ring resized so we don’t go through this again , but before I do, I wanted to share this moment with all of you about Henry Lucero. Lucero rhymes with hero and that’s what he is to us.

  • I would not have found my ring had it not been for Greg and Ring Finders.
    testimonial for Greg Lewis (2024)

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    Thank you soooo much Greg! People should know that in 10 minutes, JUST 10 MINUTES! You found my wedding ring. Easy as that but with great skill. Having previously spent hours over several weeks looking in the same area, trying to find it myself, I was simply amazed.

    But the real find is Greg. He is friendly, easy to talk to, highly skilled and a man of high integrity. I would not have found my ring had it not been for Greg and Ring Finders.

  • Thanks Ron for your concern and kindness shown and quick response.
    testimonial for Ron Forster (2024)

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    I lost my VW (2012) key fob in the ice and deep snow while visiting my Sister’s animal farm to help her with some farm maintenance. I lost the other key fob some year ago, so I was not able to drive the car home. I rented a metal detector but was still not able to find my key fob, not to mention how I felt in the extremely cold weather we experienced last week. I thought it was a lost cause. I searched the internet and noticed Ron’s name on the Ring Finders web-site. I called him Wednesday night and he returned my call immediately. He assured me that he could come the next day (Thursday) to search for my key fob. Fortunately, Ron found my key fob in about 2 hours, as mentioned, in extremely cold weather. I can’t tell you how it felt when Ron handed me the VW key fob. Thanks Ron for your concern and kindness shown and quick response.

    Sincerely,

    Tonia

  • I highly recommend his services!
    testimonial for John Favano (2024)

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    John was awesome! He found my diamond chain and pendant with my deceased son’s picture that was a gift from my girlfriend that got lost in the snow! I highly recommend his services!

  • If you lose your ring or any other metal valuables, I highly recommend you give Jonathan a call!
    testimonial for Jonathan Hamill (2024)

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    I was cleaning snow off my car in the dark and later while picking up dinner I noticed I didn't have my wedding ring on my finger anymore. My wife and I spent a couple hours searching in the snow for it with no luck. After giving up hope finding it myself, I placed a call to Jonathan and he came out a couple hours later. He ended up finding it in under 5 minutes! I am so grateful for his ability to locate my ring so quickly. If you lose your ring or any other metal valuables, I highly recommend you give Jonathan a call!

  • I cannot thank Pete enough and highly recommend him for jewellery recoveries
    testimonial for Pete McGhee (2024)

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    I cannot thank Pete enough and highly recommend him for jewellery recoveries.

    I lost both my ring and necklace that were very sentimental in the surf at Taupo bay and had lost all hope after groups of us searching. After being recommended on the local Facebook page I rang Pete the next day and he said he was able to come that night. After marking where I lost my jewellery Pete set off searching. He was extremely thorough and asked many questions to try his best to locate it. After a while of searching, I was starting to lose hope, as were those who had gathered to watch him. Pete started digging and held up my ring, a few minutes later he held up the pendant to my necklace. The relief I felt in that moment was amazing. Pete is incredible, very kind and thorough. I cannot recommend or thank him enough!

  • got a hold of ring finders within no time someone got back to me and came out same day and with 5 minutes or less the guy found my ring!!!
    testimonial for Toby St Louis (2024)

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    Didn’t know what to do! Thought I could possibly find it but no luck, got a hold of ring finders within no time someone got back to me and came out same day and with 5 minutes or less the guy found my ring!!! Very very happy, also excellent guy!! He was very generous I will say!

  • You are an absolute earth angel Thank you so much for finding the ring
    testimonial for Pete McGhee (2024)

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    You are an absolute earth angel

    Thank you so much for finding the ring starlias dad & I gifted starlia for her 21st

    It felt like something was missing while it was gone

    I just knew you would find it

    You don’t just find lost items for people , you return a missing piece and restore happiness

    Your gift sure is a beautiful one ????????

  • . I will be singing his praises and telling everyone I know…
    testimonial for Steve Smith (2024)

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    Thank you, thank you, Steve…

    I found Steve on TheRingfinders.com and he responded promptly and came out to my house the next day. I know I wouldn’t have been able to find the ring without his help as I had tried for hours during that day and at night with a flashlight, no luck. The ring flew off my finger into my the flower garden in my front yard that is filled with dense foliage and thorny roses. Steve was not deterred by the thorns and went to work…in only 25 minutes he had found my ring!! I cannot thank him enough and I’m amazed that there are people like Steve that offer this service. I will be singing his praises and telling everyone I know that there’s no need for despair if you lose a ring…it can be found by The Ringfinders!

  • We are so very grateful for your hard work Pete...
    testimonial for Pete McGhee (2024)

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    My 81 year old Mum decided to do some weeding at the bach on Tokerau Beach. She threw some weeds into a nearby clump of flax bushes. Later in the day she realised she’d lost both her diamond engagement ring and her emerald and diamond eternity ring!!!

    We scoured the whole property but couldn’t find it. I’d seen a post a few days earlier on the Karikari peninsula page about someone who had lost a bangle on the beach. I searched the page and found Northland Jewellery Recoveries and contacted them. Pete was very quick to respond and came out the next day. After a very professional and thorough search Pete found BOTH of mum’s rings within 45 minutes in the flax!!! We are so very grateful for your hard work Pete. You certainly made not only Mum cry, but you made her day. Thank you so much.

  • You’re my hero! I highly (times infinity) recommend him!!!!
    testimonial for Joe Au-Franz (2024)

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    I am sooooooo thankful to Joe! I was so sad to lose my ring and that night and the following day my brother Kevin and his girlfriend London spent hours walking back and forth on the beach and digging in the sand. We even spent money renting cheap metal detectors and found nothing. I was so brokenhearted! I saw Joe’s page and gave him a message. He immediately called back and the next day went out with us to Makua Beach and 10 minutes later found my wedding ring! I gave him a big hug and felt so relieved! He was very professional and kind and took my sadness seriously as he searched for my ring! Joe! You’re my hero! I highly (times infinity) recommend him!!!!

  • A saviour. Pete didn’t give up.
    testimonial for Pete McGhee (2024)

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    A saviour. Pete didn’t give up.

    I lost the ring at Long Beach, Russell.

    I contacted Pete and sent him a photo, marking the location, which was slightly off to one side of where we actually had been.

    Pete went to the site twice, locating it on the second go.

    I can’t recommend Northland Jewellery Recoveries enough.

  • Brian Rudolph is truly my Ring Hero!!!"
    testimonial for Brian Rudolph (2024)

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    "I was just gifted with a ring upgrade for our ten year anniversary/ push gift. I took off my ring and placed it on the dashboard and it was just my luck that I knocked it deep inside the car's internal parts. I couldn't reach it nor see it. I began googling how to dismantle my dashboard and sadly realized that was not a job for me. While on YouTube watching videos of the impossible I saw the Seattle Ring Hunter finding lost rings in vehicles and I almost cried because he was so far away....until I came across theringfinders.com!!! I entered my zip code and found Brian Rudolph, The Ring Hero! Brian responded immediately and explained the process. He worked with my difficult work schedule , met me at my job and even continued the search when I had to leave him to begin work! I held my breath when my phone rang and it was

    Brian almost 2 hours after the beginning of the search. He exclaimed he had retrieved my precious ring !! He saved me thousands of dollars and never gave up searching when things became difficult as if it were his own sentimental piece of jewelry !!! Brian Rudolph is truly my Ring Hero!!!"

    Ebony

    Temple Hills, Maryland

  • Brian found my wedding band that was hiding in the fallen leaves, branches, and dirt in the middle of my fig tree
    testimonial for Brian Rudolph (2024)

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    "Brian found my wedding band that was hiding in the fallen leaves, branches, and dirt in the middle of my fig tree after searching the rose bed and part of the yard. He communicates very well before and during the search. Thanks!"

    Bruce and Debbie

    Olney, Maryland

  • I found Brian at TheRingFinders.com and he was outstanding!
    testimonial for Brian Rudolph (2024)

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    "My wedding band slipped off my finger in a park while throwing a ball to my daughter. I spent hours looking for it and even bought my own metal detector but still could not find it. I found Brian at TheRingFinders.com and he was outstanding! He quickly responded and met us at the park within hours of contacting him. He has high grade professional equipment and is very methodical. He set up a physical grid and painstakingly searched every square inch of the park for multiple hours to find my ring. I can't thank him enough! He was extremely professional and courteous. I highly recommend contacting him if you've lost anything valuable."

    Atur and Anjali

    Silver Spring, Maryland

  • so grateful for Pete and his service !!
    testimonial for Pete McGhee (2023)

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    We were swimming at Tokerau this afternoon when my daughters gold bangle came off in the ocean. It’s a sentimental piece that she got for her First Christmas last year and I was so upset .

    My partner Scott was quick to call Pete and he was on his way !!

    I had marked a spot on the bank of where we had walked down from and off he went.

    30-45 mins later and we had our bangle back !!

    So so grateful for Pete and his service !!

    Thanks again

  • I am so grateful for him and his kindness to help a stranger in need.
    testimonial for Joe Au-Franz (2023)

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    My name is Hannah and I am from Anchorage, Alaska. My family and I came to Ko Olina for a family Christmas vacation. We were all enjoying the beach today playing in the sand, snorkeling, and playing water ball games, when I looked down and realized my ring was missing. My grandmother gave me this ring and it had been passed down from her grandmother before her, so it is very special to me. We had been looking for hours, and finally my boyfriend, who is in Alaska still, called the Ko Olina front desk, who recommended we called Joe to come help. It had already been missing for around 4 hours when we called him and he showed up so quickly. After giving him a giant box to search for in the dry sand, Joe found it two hours later not even on the beach it was buried in the ocean! I am so grateful for him and his kindness to help a stranger in need. There was no way we would have been able to find it without him and I am so thankful for that!

  • We are forever grateful!
    testimonial for Rob Ellis (2023)

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    My son’s ring would still be at the bottom of the reservoir without Rob’s patience and metal detecting expertise. We are forever grateful! – Susan Coppage (Bailey’s mom)

  • I can never thank you enough for you generous heart, determination, and kindness...
    testimonial for Shawn Sherrill (2023)

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    I can never thank you enough for you generous heart, determination, and kindness after five hours of digging and driving seven hours to help me. God Bless You and May I pay it forward. I will never forget your smile as you found it. WOW.

  • Truly our hero ...
    testimonial for Shawn Sherrill (2023)

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    Shawn was fantastic and would recommend him to anyone! Truly our hero and was so easy to work with.

  • Lost something valuable? Do not hesistant to call or text Rich!
    testimonial for Rich Hageney (2023)

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    Lost something valuable? Do not hesistant to call or text Rich! I reached out to him being distraught with losing my diamond engagement ring while bagging and raking leaves. He immediately calmed me down and was confident that we were going to find my ring. He was able to come out the next day to start our search. As soon as he arrived we started our search. He had wonderful ideas and was determined we would find it. I couldn’t thank him enough and highly recommend!!! – Liana

  • I would definitely recommend you. Thanks for what you Do. You are the best.
    testimonial for John Favano (2023)

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    The Ring Finder is awesome. He found my friends nephew’s hearing aid. He is a great guy and didn’t give up the search until he found it. Keep up the good work - you are wonderful for doing what you do. I would definitely recommend you. Thanks for what you Do. You are the best.

  • If you’re looking for a lost treasure please don’t hesitate to call Mike or the Ring Finders organization, they are angels in disguise.
    testimonial for Michael Limberg (2023)

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    First I cannot thank Mike or the Ring Finders organization enough. What he didn’t say was that I was in a mild state of panic. This ring represents 45 year of marriage, and is a symbol of so many memories we’ve built over the years. For sentimentality alone it’s priceless and irreplaceable. That being said, I really need to expand on what Mike and other Ring Finders are about. I asked the fee for the service, the reply was “I don’t charge. I get pleasure by returning lost and precious items to people”. In today’s world this selfishness is practically unheard of. They do accept “whatever you feel you’d like to offer, but there is never a fee”. With the holiday close I thought I’d be lucky to get anyone to help before winter. He was at our home in a matter of hours and drove 50 miles to get here! Then calmly assured me if I was confident of where I lost my ring he was confident he’d find it. 40 minutes later he brought it back to me, hugged my while I cried and then spent some time with us telling stories of other finds. We have a new friend, and look forward to seeing him again.

    If you’re looking for a lost treasure please don’t hesitate to call Mike or the Ring Finders organization, they are angels in disguise.

  • He can literally find a ring in an acre of haystack!! Very nice guy, extremely professional. Cannot say enough!
    testimonial for Shawn Sherrill (2023)

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    I cannot thank you enough for finding my ring! Our back yard is 1 acre of pine straw making it with a rock creek and bridge and some intricate decking. I was installing the yard lights I had ordered and after walking all around the yard I went back inside and my ring was gone. We got cheap metal detectors and spent 10 hours one day and 14 the next with no luck. Found this web site and my hopes weren’t high. But 10 seconds later he held out my ring. Unbelievable!! My husband and had looked in that spot about 20 times each. He can literally find a ring in an acre of haystack!! Very nice guy, extremely professional. Cannot say enough!

  • We are so beyond grateful to Curtis for helping us find this ring.
    testimonial for Curtis Cox (2023)

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    We are so beyond grateful to Curtis for helping us find this ring. We have so much emotional attachment to it and were about to lose hope that we’d find it but Curtis was able to find it under a massive bed of wood chips. It was amazing and one of the best feelings ever. Curtis is so kind and helpful. He told us if the ring was at the playground then he would find it, and sure enough he did! Couldn’t recommend him more.

  • lucky I found this website and lucky you found my ring! Thank you for not giving up
    testimonial for Reese Burnett (2023)

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    Thank you so much, Reese! I feel incredibly lucky – lucky I found this website and lucky you found my ring! Thank you for not giving up ??

  • I would definitely recommend Ron if you ever lose a ring...
    testimonial for Ron Forster (2023)

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    I lost my ring while digging a new garden. I dug all the new plants I planted back up and still couldn't find my ring. I borrowed a metal detector from my neighbour and still didn't find my ring. I thought it was a lost cause but called Ron as a last ditch effort. He got back to me right away, arrived the next day and within 15 min. of showing up to my door, the ring was in my hands! And, he was friendly and polite on top of it all. I would definitely recommend Ron if you ever lose a ring. I should have called him earlier. I'm so grateful. Thanks again Ron.

  • I would recommend Rich anytime a treasure is lost! Forever in your debt...
    testimonial for Rich Hageney (2023)

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    I have immeasurable gratitude with what Rich was able to accomplish and saved me a life time of heartach let alone the impossibility of getting one earring made to match the existing one. I would recommend Rich anytime a treasure is lost! Forever in your debt – Leslie M., Wayne PA

  • I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone else who has lost something of value...
    testimonial for Paul Humphreys (2023)

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    Brendon was very kind and professional, helped us retrace our steps, and thought of places to look we hadn’t yet thought of. He had no qualms about getting dirty, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone else who has lost something of value. We hope not to need his services again in the immediate future, but his skills are an asset to the community, and I would reach right back out again if I did. Thank you for your help finding my grandfather’s ring!

  • I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone else who has lost something of value...
    testimonial for Brendon Chapman (2023)

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    Brendon was very kind and professional, helped us retrace our steps, and thought of places to look we hadn’t yet thought of. He had no qualms about getting dirty, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone else who has lost something of value. We hope not to need his services again in the immediate future, but his skills are an asset to the community, and I would reach right back out again if I did. Thank you for your help finding my grandfather’s ring!

  • Gabe saved our vacation and he's a wonderful human being!
    testimonial for Gabe Valencia (2023)

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    Minutes after I popped the question, we got up to leave from a sand dune in the dead of night and my fiancée's one of a kind ring slipped off her finger. There was no way we could find it and after calling the hotel and the non emergency police line, we texted Gabe on the off chance he could help. Not only did he help, but he graciously drove to Seaside where we were around midnight and found our ring within 15 minutes even after we had dug around in the sand hopelessly while crying. I cannot overstate how grateful I am to him, Gabe saved our vacation and he's a wonderful human being! - Leah and Tabbie

  • I’m telling all my friends about him!
    testimonial for Norm Peters (2023)

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    I am sooooo happy to have recovered my rings. I wouldn’t have if I hadn’t called Norm and asked him to look for them with his metal detector. A friend reminded me that my car might be sold or scrapped soon, since I have approximately 400,000 kms on it. The rings would have gone with it. So grateful I called Norm. What a nice and interesting man; so many metal-detecting stories. And I called him Friday morning and he came over that afternoon. I’m telling all my friends about him!

  • Brian is truly the Ring Hero!
    testimonial for Brian Rudolph (2023)

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    "It was definitely a pleasure hiring Brian! I can’t thank him enough for retrieving my grandfather’s ring. He made this process as smooth as possible and I love not only his professionalism but also how he put God first before he makes any move! Brian is truly the Ring Hero! I will definitely send Brian’s way all recommendations for future business!"

    Howard

    Accokeek, Maryland

  • don’t be afraid to call the ring hero himself, Brian Rudolph!"
    testimonial for Brian Rudolph (2023)

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    "Mr. Brian Rudolph was just the person I needed to get my girlfriend’s ring out of my van and he delivered in a timely manner. He is a kind human being who makes you not feel dumb about losing a ring in a van. This man stopped to pray with me about my current life challenges and he even showed me his grandkids on his phone. If you are in the DMV area and you lose a ring or small object, don’t be afraid to call the ring hero himself, Brian Rudolph!"

    Noah and Amira

    Bowie, Maryland

  • Brian saved the day! He truly is "The Ring Hero".
    testimonial for Brian Rudolph (2023)

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    "No one ever thinks they're going to lose their wedding ring, but when they do, there is only one call to make. Brian saved the day! He truly is "The Ring Hero". He responded within minutes, showed up within hours and found my ring in seconds. My wife and I are very thankful."

    Brad and Ellen

    Birmingham, Alabama

  • I can’t thank you enough for this magnificent find!
    testimonial for Joe Au-Franz (2023)

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    Aloha Joe! I can’t thank you enough for this magnificent find! I’m still in shock! It was a real pleasure meeting you and watch you work! What an amazing start to a magical day in paradise….Mahala nui loa Joe! Best Sune

  • Thank you so much Mark!!!
    testimonial for Mark Rubey (2023)

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    Thank you so much Mark!!! My husband was very upset losing his ring. But glad you found it!! Can’t wait to surprise him. I truly appreciate it. It means a lot. Take care!

  • He gave me hope!!!
    testimonial for Casey Davis (2023)

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    WOW! I was overwhelmed with happiness when I saw Casey holding the ring in his hand! When I contacted Casey, I was unsure if we were going to find the ring. In fact, I gave him the option to say no, but he was up for the challenge. He gave me hope!!! We both climbed into the attic, walked to the location where the ring could be and Casey went to work. He grabbed handfuls of insulation and used his pointer to scan each handful then placed it in a bag. After about 15-20 minutes of rummaging through endless amounts of insulation with his pointer, Casey found the ring. Impressive!! I hope this never happens again, but if it does, I will definitely call Casey!!!

  • I'm so glad I trusted you in finding my ring ...
    testimonial for Brendon Chapman (2023)

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    I can't express my gratitude enough for your incredible efforts in recovering my lost ring. I'm so thankful word got to you!!

    Your willingness to take on the challenge literally in less than

    24HRS, speaks volumes about your dedication.

    The picture you sent me and our subsequent call brought overwhelming relief and joy. I can't thank you enough for your commitment and for giving me back such a meaningful and precious possession. I'm so glad I trusted you in finding my ring without me being there AND waiting for me at the location to pick it up. A special thank you as well to all the Ring Finders who guided me in your direction.

    With heartfelt thanks,

    Saedah

  • Scott did a masterful job of recovering it, and on top of that is caring, compassionate, highly skilled and just a great guy...
    testimonial for Scott Foss (2023)

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    Once I realized that our garden was too filled with bark and loose dirt to find the ring, I did an online search and found Scott’s name and phone, He promptly called me back and we scheduled a time for him to do his magic. And a kind of magic it is! My ring is a very special heirloom and I was stricken to find it off my finger. Scott did a masterful job of recovering it, and on top of that is caring, compassionate, highly skilled and just a great guy. Thank you so much, Scott.

  • true act of kindness...
    testimonial for Joe Au-Franz (2023)

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    A true savor thank you so much when I lost my ring we were just about to pack up and head home my daughter and i had one last play session and the ring slipped off and I instantly knew it slipped off so I stayed in the spot and told my wife to get the mask so I can try and attempt to find it we stayed for another hour plus and my daughters where already restless so we decided to leave and purchase a metal detector and try again in the morning before anyone got there we didn’t no it was not allowed so we got referred to mr joe so we called him and in less then ten minutes he was there and when he couldn’t find it that day he told my wife he will be back with the correct gear and he stayed in contact with us until he found it. This morning we got a picture of the ring and he said he had it and he even drove to us to drop it off a true act of kindness and he did not ask us for anything in return. Thank you so much mr joe you really made our weekend end on a great note and lifted so much guilt on my part.

  • I am so glad I put my trust into Rich...
    testimonial for Rich Hageney (2023)

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    It was such a stressful time and honestly I was worried about calling and trusting anyone to find my diamond ring. I am so glad I put my trust into Rich. He calmed my nerves on the phone and came to help first thing the next day. Highly recommend him and couldn’t be more thankful.

  • It was absolutely pivotal to have you come by. You are truly an expert at what you do.
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    Thank you for your kindness and for giving me hope.

    Both my family and myself really can’t thank you enough. So many hours we spent looking for my ring, part of myself was already resigned that I would never find it again. It was absolutely pivotal to have you come by. You are truly an expert at what you do.

    I will be recommending your services to anyone in need of an expert ring finder!

    All the best,

    Grayson

  • I’m forever grateful...
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    I was so surprised to receive your phone call. Still can’t believe that the ring is in great condition after all these years underground. I’m forever grateful for your find and tracking me down.

  • thank you so much.
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    I am extremely grateful, thank you so much.

    Lisa

  • We searched for days unsuccessfully and you just walked in with your crazy talent...
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    I really cannot thank you enough for coming all the way to London and finding my ring in less than 10 minutes. We searched for days unsuccessfully and you just walked in with your crazy talent. Also one of the most kind people we have met. It was a pleasure meeting you and thank you again! I have told everyone our story and shared as much about you as we possibly could. If anyone needs something found, youre the first person they should call!

  • Thank you Ron for your quick response and the kindness you showed.…
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    My son lost his necklace while playing football at school and was extremely upset when he discovered that it was missing. My son and I searched for it but couldn't find it. We went on the internet and Ron Forster's name appeared under metal detecting and we then searched for Ron on The Ring Finders site and called him on Monday at 5:50 pm. and we met at the football field at 6:30pm. At 7:00pm I was very moved when Ron found and brought my Son's necklace to me and place it in my hand. My Son is so relieved his necklace was found. Thank you Ron for your quick response and the kindness you showed.

  • John is a miracle worker...
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    I lost my 1962 heirloom wedding ring in the sand while surfing in Wildwood. I had to catch the ferry back to DE and had to leave. I didn’t know what to do, then I got recommended to John by a Facebook group. He was amazing from start to finish. I gave him a rough area of where the ring may be. He worked his magic and round it in hours.

    This ring means so much to my family and I, John is a miracle worker in the flesh! Can't express how cool of a person and thing he does to help people that are in need.

    Thanks again from the Turners.

  • If you’ve lost something and need help, I’d highly recommend Jonathan...
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    Jonathan came and helped us in our hour of need. We’d lost our engagement ring in our yard and after the hours searching through the long grass we turned to desperation. A friend referred us to Jonathan and after reaching out he came the next day. He was responsive and understanding. He found our ring literally within an hour. If you’ve lost something and need help, I’d highly recommend Jonathan. We’re forever grateful. Thank you for finding the symbol of our engagement!!

    Best,

    Derek

  • Absolutely fantastic service from Chris!
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    Absolutely fantastic service from Chris!

    I'll start by saying I had lost hope of finding my wedding ring. It had flown off my finger while we were swimming on a fine Saturday at Alouette Lake, and I figured there was no way I could find it. I returned home, distraught, and broke the news to my wife of just 5 months. Needless to say, I was in the dog house! Until my friend called me up saying he had reached out to TheRingFinders. My initial thought was ok, just send me the details I'll think about it. But, after seeing all the YouTube videos and stories of success, I suddenly felt the flicker of hope. I called Chris up, and he was more eager than me to get out there and find my ring! So we met him at the lake on Monday. After an hour of great conversation and Chris wading through cold water with a smile on his face, the ring appeared! Thankfully, I'm out of the dog house now and it just means so much as this ring is unique in its origin and story having traveled thousands of miles for our wedding. I could not recommend

    TheRingFinders more and if they provided any other services I would recommend them for that too. Simply amazing.

  • Thank you, Brendan (and sons!) for your help locating this precious family jewelry...
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    Thank you, Brendan (and sons!) for your help locating this precious family jewelry. I would be lost without you, and likely still searching… you did it in less than 10.

  • thank you leighton for not giving up...
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    This was the most serendipitous experience I’ve ever encountered, thank you leighton for not giving up on my wallet!

  • Highly recommend Matt he is a pro!!!
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    Thank you again!! Still can’t believe how fast you found it!! Highly recommend Matt he is a pro!!!

  • His service is incredible. He has a heart of gold! I couldn’t recommend a better ring finder because he is the best!
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    John was a godsend on our jersey shore vacation! After taking our dog to the dog park, my husband threw a tennis ball and his wedding band flew off into the sand! We searched for close to 2 hours before I called John. He came as fast as he could and saved the day! His service is incredible. He has a heart of gold! I couldn’t recommend a better ring finder because he is the best! Thank you again John!

  • “These guys are amazing!!
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    “These guys are amazing!! I never thought in a million years this ring could be found in the thickets in which it was deposited. If you need something found, definitely call them asap!! I thank them dearly????!”

  • He truly is so good at what he does. Please use him if you ever lose something!!!!!!! 10/10!!!!”
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    We called Dave in a panic and he came all the way to Orange Beach. He found our ring in less than 3 minutes. He truly is so good at what he does. Please use him if you ever lose something!!!!!!! 10/10!!!!”

  • I only wish I would have taken photos
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    We were on the beach when you found the ring! The excitement from Deana as she ran to the edge of the water was priceless . I only wish I would have taken photos. My friend took the posted photo for all of you. What an amazing moment that was to see!!!

  • I’m pleased to say that thanks to Sean, my husband and I can stay married another 27 years.
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    My husband lost his wedding ring swimming in the lake in Poland, Maine. We tried to find it ourselves but quickly realized we needed professional help. I spoke with Sean, and he came the very next day. He was so kind, and he had amazing gear and search methods. He found the ring right away. We are so happy. Our 27th wedding anniversary is in a few weeks, and this is the best gift of all. I’m pleased to say that thanks to Sean, my husband and I can stay married another 27 years.

  • You truly made the whole experience a positive one!
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    Thank you so much for everything that you did to retrieve the ring and make us feel comfortable! You truly made the whole experience a positive one!

    So grateful for Stephane for going and making the effort to find my wedding band even after a week had gone by. I honestly didn’t think I’d get it back after losing it that day. I’m still amazed at how it was found and how quick Stephane was in having it returned to me. Life is indeed good. It was nothing short of a miracle for Amir and I! Thanks again!

  • You captured this experience perfectly!
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    You captured this experience perfectly! It wasn’t about the monetary value of the ring but of our story that goes with it and I couldn’t have said it better ?? we were blessed you answered the phone that day for sure, thank you again!”

    Elise Guintard

  • grateful that there are still good people out there like you...
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    Joe, we are forever grateful that there are still good people out there like you. Thank you for everything!

  • You are a kind wonderful man...
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    Thank you so much for finding my sisters ring! Truely amazing what you do sir ??. And my sister is truly amazing and I am soooooooooo happy that this turned out the way it did thanks to you. You are a kind wonderful man and I’m so happy that they got to meet you. Love Beverly

    There are no words. We honestly thought there was no way we would ever get this ring back. I cant thank Jim enough, we went from tears of sadness to disbelief to absolute joy!! All thanks to Jim, the ring finder.

    Let’s see what finding that ring meant to my family…. everything. Memories of a lifetime. From my parents dating and living the “easy” life to a marriage of 42 years! From the fights to the hugs, from the late nights out to the late nights up with kids. It’s a symbol of strength and promise. A promise that your life will not go unseen because I’ll be by your side through it all. So, to some it may be a ring, but it is so much more of family life wrapped in that ring.”

    Kadie

  • On top of being incredibly kind throughout the process, he is also very skilled and instinctive which makes him a master at what he does.
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    I texted Brendon one Sunday evening, after a failed day long search of my engagement ring. He called me back within 30 mins and planned to make his visit on Tuesday afternoon. He was our last hope as we already scoured the entire front yards of these two houses (or so we thought). The only place we couldn’t search through was a massive and dense juniper bush, so I told Brendon to focus on that first.

    Brendon was kind enough to drive by the site on Monday, and I told him the direction it could have possibly went. Finally he arrived to do the job on Tuesday, and I had knots in my stomach the whole time. He gave me an update to say that he wasn’t sure it was in the juniper bush, but we would keep looking around in other areas. Finally, I got the call I was waiting to hear. My ring was hidden on the base of a different bush, with flowers that almost exactly matched the colors of my sapphire! He told me afterwards that he was sorry he couldn’t get to see the look on my face after making the recovery, but I hope my voice bursting into tears was enough.

    Before this incident, I had no idea such services existed and I’m just so grateful that I called Brendon. On top of being incredibly kind throughout the process, he is also very skilled and instinctive which makes him a master at what he does. This experience was a tough one, but I’m happy that people like Brendon help make the lesson learned a lot less painful.

    Samantha

  • Thank you so so much for your kindness and dedication to finding our ring!!
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    I am still smiling ear to ear! I came home yesterday and was able to reunite the ring with my husband who was in total shock! Thank you so so much for your kindness and dedication to finding our ring!!

  • Brian is outstanding gentlemen who goes above and beyond to find your ring!
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    What can you say about Brian the Ring Finder? He saved the day for me! It felt like my world sank when my wedding ring slipped off my finger. I’m Old Silver Beach in the middle of the water over waist deep. I was sure there would be one way to find it, that was when I found Brian at Ring Finder Falmouth. Brian gave me confidence we would find the ring the moment I heard of him. When I heard his voice, I was confident he had been doing this for a long time. simply, for the love of the joy he sees people get when they get there ring back! Brian is outstanding gentlemen who goes above and beyond to find your ring!

  • So thank you so so much again you have no idea how we appreciate your time and dedication of helping people I want to thank this man Dennis Boothby.
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    I would like to thank you so very much. The day the ring was lost I never seen two sad people as sad as they were. We looked and looked and we were ready to leave for the day. And as I was talking to people they were talking about people that metal detect in the morning on the beach. So as I was talking to Brandon I said we will wake up early in the morning and we will go down to the beach in hopes of finding someone that did metal detecting. As we were walking along the beach searching figured it would be way under the Sand by then. As we were ready to call it quits we saw a man with a metal detector walking. I had approached the man and was talking to him about it and I called Brandon over and he described it to the gentleman. I have never seen anyone so eager to help someone in need. As we were back at our Airbnb just talking with everybody he gets a phone call from Dennis. And then he sends a picture of the Ring to Brandon. I’ve never seen faces light up like Brandon and Larissa’s after they got back to show the ring to us their luck and smiles were priceless. I just want to thank you!! You made a day so special for them. So thank you so so much again you have no idea how we appreciate your time and dedication of helping people

    I want to thank this man Dennis Boothby.

    After looking and looking the day before and getting up early to go look for this ring. Honestly I didn’t think there was hope. After talking the day before to people they said there are people that metal detect the shore in the early hours. Brandon and I (his father) got up early in hopes of finding someone that metal detects. We were not seeing anyone detecting. We were about to call it quits. Along comes a man metal detector. So I had approached him to talk to him. I don’t think I have seen the willingness of anybody that was eager to help. I just want to say from the bottom of my heart THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! To see them be so down on a vacation, and when Brandon got the call the look on his face and Larissa’s faces when they came back was priceless. I know it made my day. And again thank you so much!!

  • One of our friends had sent us a website called the https://theringfinders.com. That’s where I contacted Dave.
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    “Ben and I had a much needed weekend getaway! The main reason for our weekend trip though was to get my wedding rings back. About a month ago, we went to the beach with our family and friends. While I was in the ocean throwing the football with Ben, the football hit my left hand and my engagement ring and wedding band went flying through the air into the ocean. We looked for it forever. We had even random people from the beach trying to help us find it, but no luck. I had seen where someone with an underwater metal detector had found someone’s engagement ring in the water so I went back to where I had lost it and saved my coordinates hoping I could find someone with an underwater metal detector. One of our friends had sent us a website called the https://theringfinders.com. That’s where I contacted Dave. He went out there 4 days after I had lost my rings and didn’t find just one ring, but both! I was so excited and Ben was in disbelief because he said there wasn’t anyway that guy was going to be able to find it ????. So if you are ever in my situation, save your coordinates and contact Pensacola Ring Finders

  • What a terrific organization. Who knew...
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    I heard this story last night. What a terrific organization. Who knew. I’ve been coming to the Jersey shore for over 60 years and had no idea about these do gooders. Apparently, unbeknownst to the 17 year old badge checker as well who wouldn’t let him on the beach. Thanks to the police officer who suggested she look you up. Otherwise, it may have been lost for ever.

  • Jim, I’m convinced you’re an angel on earth. Thank you for dedicating your life to improving the lives of others!!
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    When I googled “ring finder Carolina Beach” in desperation, I was sure my search would be a waste of time, especially after buying my own metal detector and scavenging the beach myself at 4 AM. Jim showed up, and I just had a feeling. With blue eyes and a smile that could rival Paul Newman’s, he promised me his afternoon but was hopeful it wouldn’t take that long. Turns out, he was right. Both wedding rings were back on my finger within 20 minutes. I’m sure my other ring wasn’t pure gold because I know he would’ve found it.

    Jim, I’m convinced you’re an angel on earth. Thank you for dedicating your life to improving the lives of others!!

  • legendary “Ringfinder Jim”!
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    Thanks so much Jim. You should know that all the guys at the bachelor party are now referring to you as the legendary “Ringfinder Jim”! Couldn’t be more grateful for your help.

  • Steve is a literal angel on earth...
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    Steve is a literal angel on earth.

    This is Ali, Mark’s wife, and Steve isn’t kidding when he says we were grateful for his help (really, that’s a wild understatement!). I found the Ring Finder site on a whim after running some google searches for what to do if you lost a ring. Steve works in the Virginia Beach area so I texted him having zero expectations (and mild skepticism over this process!). Steve texted me back right away and we had a call to talk through what happened, and he came up first thing the next morning to help. Meeting Steve you can see that he’s genuine and truly there to help (seriously), which put us right at ease. Steve was out in the ocean for over two hours with us, never giving up (even when we were losing hope!). We were in shock when he actually found it! The ring is so important to us; it felt like a miracle.

    Steve is kind, hard working, and gifted with the detector. We truly couldn’t be more grateful to him. If you’ve lost something metal in the ocean in Virginia Beach area (and it’s reasonably close to shore), don’t hesitate to contact Steve. He’s a hero.

  • Thank you so much Luke, you are our hero...
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    Thank you so much Luke, you are our hero, you are good kind soul, words can’t express our appreciation. You helped us to retrieve something so special to our lives and our family. To anyone who has lost a ring don’t loose hope. Luke helped to keep me positive and keeping that hope and it worked, he found it for us! Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts.

  • Rick and Leighton were amazing!! I truly believe god sent them our way !
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    Rick and Leighton were amazing!! I truly believe god sent them our way ! Our first meeting was to set the stage for the wonderful end result ! We will never forget them and hope to see them again and again as we frequent the beach upon which we met as that is also the beach Dennis and I were married at !! Can’t thank you guys enough !!

  • If you have lost something, I cannot recommend John enough! While he found my ring in a short time, the fact that he was prepared to go back and look several times if he hadn't been successful told me a lot about his character...
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    My wife and I had an amazing wedding, every aspect of it was storybook. The day after the wedding we were at Ocean City with family and friends and no sooner than I came out of the water I noticed my ring had come off. Everyone's wedding band is special but this one was my late father's. Not only that, but my mom had made it for him. It's a one of a kind and means a lot to my family and me, we were all devastated that it had been lost.

    As soon as we left the beach and I had internet service, I did a Google search and Ring Finders of South Jersey was at the top of the list. It was late Friday evening but I noticed they were open 24 hours a day so I took a chance and called. John answered, we talked and came up with a plan to meet the next day at low tide. I wasn't confident that John would find it but I was hopeful after talking with him and that definitely made it easier to sleep that night.

    We met up on Saturday morning, reviewed events of the previous day, and identified the general area where I most likely was when I lost the ring. At that point he went to work with his equipment. He said to me before he started, "don't get excited if you see me digging". Within 10-15 minutes of searching, he had located something in the wash area and started digging. After the 2nd scoop, he started to walk my way and asked if I could describe the ring. I was overwhelmed, he had found it.

    If you have lost something, I cannot recommend John enough! While he found my ring in a short time, the fact that he was prepared to go back and look several times if he hadn't been successful told me a lot about his character and that he cares about helping people. Thank you, John and God Bless!!

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart for finding her wedding band and for searching tirelessly for her engagement ring!
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    Jim, there are no words to express our gratitude to you and your friends for trying so hard to find her engagement ring. You don’t know us that well, yet you worked like we were your own family. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for finding her wedding band and for searching tirelessly for her engagement ring!

    Even though it wasn’t the best circumstances, meeting you was a highlight on our trip and we will never forget you!

  • My sister Judy googled and @james wren with RINGFINDERS.com
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    Today I was playing in the shallow water with Jojo. I reached down to splash and watched my ring slip off my finger and into the ocean. I tried to find but it was lost, gone.

    When my son got to the water he put his goggles on and looked. I fought tears. The emerald was my grandmothers ring. It was gifted to her when she cared for my Godparents after they were in a terrible accident. It went to my mom when my grandmother passed. When mom passed we were going through her jewelry box and found it.

    Sometimes when our loved ones pass in our grief trying to hold on to memories arguments happen about who should have what. Not my sybs. The ring was to go my sister Jeanne. She said no you should have it.

    I treasured the ring but could not wear it for years because it was loose in the setting.

    Recently I was able to have it reset in a gorgeous spoon ring.

    Then today it was gone

    I had to remind myself it was just a thing.

    My sister Judy googled and @james wren with RINGFINDERS.com showed up.

    He looked and couldn’t find but he didn’t give up even when a wave almost rocked him off his feet.

    He came back at low tide and tried again. Jake Mcmasters sat with me at the beach til about 6:15.

    I headed home and Jim continued to look, I had dampened hopes.

    I prayed. I remembered he cares about my green beans and my ring

    Made dinner, took shower, and then glanced at my phone and read

    BOOM

  • I’m glad he got in touch with you!
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    Thank you so much for helping my husband! He was so happy to get his ring back. I’m glad he got in touch with you!

  • Dave felt like an angel to me...
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    Dave felt like an angel to me. It is a very special ring to me. Though had been married for 5 years but my husband got me this ring when we were still dating 8 years back. Felt real sad losing it. I searched for the ring for like 2 hrs in the marked area again and again and had almost lost hope when we got the idea of taking help from a ring finder(This is the first time for us and we had no clue that they are real). I was in disbelief till he found my ring. So much happy. He saved me from a ruined vacation. Thanks a ton Dave.

  • Luke is one heck of a ring finder!
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    Luke is one heck of a ring finder! He showed kindness, patience, understanding, and unrelenting perseverance! He loves reuniting people with their treasured items and has a knack for it. 5/5 stars to this small town hero!!

  • Glad we found you, and it felt like a miracle to have the ring back...
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    Thanks again for finding our ring, Jim! I’m a sentimental guy, so the ring meant a lot to me. I spent two days constantly peering into the sand every time we went to the beach. I’d given up hope that it would be found.

    Glad we found you, and it felt like a miracle to have the ring back on my hand again!

  • God is Good!
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    What a day! After almost 6 weeks lost, Eric and his wife found my wedding band at Lake Lanier. What I liked the most was his professionalism and his knowledge. From the get go he said, we will find it. Within a hour of searching he did, shinier than ever. God is Good!

  • He had a process and got the job done flawlessly!
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    Sent a text Leighton at 8 am, he called me within 30 minutes and was there at low tide at 12:30pm same day. He had a process and got the job done flawlessly! L

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I will forever be grateful!
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    “ Dave and Tom both are true blessings! I still feel like this isn't even reality. I knew nothing about the ring finders however desperately put in the Google search bar "people who find lost jewelry in the ocean Gulf Shores Al", as a result I find Pensacola ring finders! Tom answered first as Dave was on a search at that time but not far from me in Orange Beach believe it or not! Tom had such a calming chat with me and his wife even spoke up in the background to assure I would be taken care of. My heart was shattered as I knew there would be a slim chance in seeing it again but something in Tom's voice truly helped ease things. Dave later called back and he also had the same calmness and confidence in his voice, might I add that NEVER faded even when the search was coming to an end, it was truly amazing! I can't begin to put into words how blessed I am to have my husband who while I was panicking immediately found land markers, friends with us that helped us search for hours before hand, then Dave who rescued the situation when I thought the ring was now with the ocean forever! This ring could not have been replaced as it was my original wedding ring with our 10 year anniversary wrap on it, not with the sentimental value anyway. I have only really ever taken my ring off to have it cleaned and inspected. Lesson definitely learned as I am one lucky and blessed woman to still have it! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I will forever be grateful! (Please disregard how I look, I had been crying and worried all day but beyond happy to have a chance to take a pic regardless!)”

  • Jason and Jeni are heroes...
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    Where do we begin to thank them enough! ???? Our family and friends have said Jason and Jeni are heroes. They really are, with the dedication and commitment to EMS and firefighting, first and foremost. My husband and I just happened to be super lucky, they even have time for a hobby as well! They are obviously genuine ,honest people who care for others in so many facets. They took their time and weekend to help us when they could be doing anything else. When they said they were heading back out to look for our ring the next day, my husband and I knew they really would! I had a great visit with Jeni and got to hear about their son Jordan, and how proud they are of him! Our 2 kids have the same birthday, and I learned, this was Jeni’s birthday too! We will forever be grateful for the people they are . They give so freely of their time to community or strangers in need of help. It is truly amazing after 22 days of our ring in the water, their partnership and thinking came through. We are so blessed to have met them and we hope for many more success stories!

  • Mike was a life saver!
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    Mike was a life saver! He was easy to work with and I know was almost as excited as I was that he was able to find it and reunite me with my ring. I had lost all hope after searching the area a few times. His expertise and commitment were what was needed. I am forever grateful.

  • We are absolutely amazed you found it ...
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    Wow, Jim and Lisa! We hoped for the best during our search last night, but thought there’d be a slim chance of finding the ring since it was lost in the ocean. Thank you so much for your quick response time after I texted. We are absolutely amazed you found it — so quickly AND in the dark! Thank you for your service!

  • I will forever recommend him to anyone needing help locating a lost item
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    I am SO SO thankful and grateful I was able to find Rob to help locate my ring. I will forever recommend him to anyone needing help locating a lost item. I could not be happier! You are amazing!

  • We cannot thank him enough...
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    While we were at the beach, we contacted ring finders near garden city. One did not respond, one came out same day but had no luck. By chance, I posted in a Carolina’s seasheller group on Facebook, where I was referred to Jim Wren. Jim referred me to Matt, who called me within 5 minutes of my call with Jim and was out looking within the hour. A gut feeling told me to send a photo of the general area we were sitting and where my husband may have lost his ring. Jim sent me a photo of my husband’s ring shortly after. We cannot thank him enough for the good news!

  • I would recommend Norm to anyone and everyone!
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    I couldn’t be happier with Norm and his services! We looked for 2 days and even bought a metal detector to try and find my ring. Thankfully my husband found Norm online and gave him a call. He immediately headed out to help us. Norm managed to find my ring in less than 2 hours! I would recommend Norm to anyone and everyone!

  • Calling you was the best decision I could have made!
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    I once again would like to thank you for finding my cross! It is a family heirloom that has been passed down through the generations. It was made in the 1830s and even blessed by the Pope! I was so worried when the chain broke and the cross fell into the lake. I tried searching for it and even borrowed a metal detector to no avail. Calling you was the best decision I could have made! You were quick to respond and come out to the lake. When you found the cross just off the dock I was so excited! I don’t know what I would’ve done without you. I would recommend anyone that needs something found to come to you. Thanks again and wish you all the best in your future treasure hunting!

    Thanks,

    Brandon Burlage

  • A true professional—I would highly recommend...
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    “ Dave was incredibly quick to respond, eager to get searching immediately, and equally concerned with finding the ring. A true professional—I would highly recommend. Thanks, Dave!”

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!!
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    Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!!

    I am really thankful to Brendon for his dedication and help. I almost gave up, but he did not and I will forever be grateful to him.

    Sanjoli Saraf- Fremont, CA

  • you did the impossible!
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    “ There’s no way I could have found it without you. Thank you for helping me, you did the impossible!

    Samuel”

  • You are a blessing!
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    Thank you so much Brian for getting our ring back to us! This was such a miracle and cool surprise. You are a blessing!

  • I highly recommend Paddy!
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    Thank you Paddy for your tenacity. You made this whole process easy. You responded within minutes of my first communication, your were very flexible and able to come next day, you were always very prompt with all replies and queries, and above all YOU FOUND IT!!!

    I highly recommend Paddy!

  • Thank you for saving his vacation...
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    MAHALO for helping my cousin! He was so relieved to have his ring back on his finger, and is headed back to Chicago today. He was so heartbroken on Sunday – I’m so happy that his last day brought the best news! Thank you for saving his vacation, and making this a wonderful trip to remember. Joe and Metal Detecting Oahu are THE BEST!!!

  • I couldn’t believe it the man is awesome and really cares to help people out and never gives up
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    Messaged Ed what happened figuring it was gone with all the area and tide and all I did was describe it to him and he messaged me a couple hrs later with a photo of it I couldn’t believe it the man is awesome and really cares to help people out and never gives up to say I can’t find it the guy is awesome. Met up with him the next morning an was a total gentleman truly down to earth person which now a days is hard to find in people!

    Can not Thank you enough Ed

  • You are a life saver!
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    You are a life saver! I can’t believe you just ran out and got it right after we called. Thank you!

  • I can’t thank you enough for finding my necklace!
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    I can’t thank you enough for finding my necklace! I was on the verge of giving up hope when I saw your big smile. I couldn’t believe it! Thanks again! And it was a nice bonus to be able to chat with your sweet wife while you searched. Blessing to you and your family.

  • Calling in the professional was definitely the way to go!
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    Gail here.

    I can’t thank Don enough. This was my great-grandmother’s band and had only been on my hand 24 hours since my grandmother had passed away. I was sick with the thought of losing it so soon.

    Don’s equipment is much more sophisticated than anything I would have purchased and I learned there’s quite the knack to interpreting the readings and sounds. Calling in the professional was definitely the way to go!

  • I came across TheRingFinders and found Mark...
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    It was a pleasure to meet Mark and his wife Denise.

    The morning after I found out I lost 1 of 2 rings that I hid in that pocket, I did a search online hoping someone had found it and posted it online. I came across TheRingFinders and found Mark . I immediately called and in the afternoon Mark had already found the ring.

    Thank you Mark, for your prompt response! I don’t hope to lose a valuable item soon but at least I’ll find comfort that it can definitely be found by amazing people like you!

  • I was so happy I found Ed. I first rented a metal detector ourselves and still could not find it...
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    I was so happy I found Ed. I first rented a metal detector ourselves and still could not find it. Three of us were searching in the grass with this ring for hours. I did not want to give up and decided to go online and search to rent a better metal detector and came across New Jersey Ring Finder. I placed a call and Ed was ready to come out within the hour. He searched for about 45 minutes and came up short and then finally we decided to search the area where we did not think it was and YAY. He found it.

  • today you gave someone hope, and a piece of their heart and soul back
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    Thank you so much for finding my ring. I’m in tears again reading this. You have no idea what you did for my family and I. We will forever be grateful. On the outside it may seem that you just “find rings”…….. but today you gave someone hope, and a piece of their heart and soul back

  • Thank God for Ed!
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    I am so grateful to Ed Trapper from Ring Finders. My husband bought our son a caduceus ring for his graduation from medical school. My husband recently died so losing this ring in over 5 feet of ocean water crushed both my son and I. Thank God for Ed! He went into the ocean hours later and retrieved the ring. Ed brought back happiness to our family. XOXO

  • We are so thankful for Mike!
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    We are so thankful for Mike! We hadn’t been on the lake very long when he found it. She lost her ring pretty much in the middle of the lake on a sandbar and he was able to find it! He is awesome!

  • Responsive, confident and efficient. can’t recommend him enough.
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    Michael was a pleasure to work with – responsive, confident and efficient. We can’t recommend him enough. Thank you for saving our holiday weekend!

  • I can not express my gratitude enough and recommend him to anyone!
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    John is a true savior. I had completely given up hope of finding my engagement ring that flew off my finger into the sand at a beach bar and John was nothing short of an absolute hero. He was extremely patient and kind and refused to give up. He came to meet us at the bar at 1AM and found my ring just before closing. I can not express my gratitude enough and recommend him to anyone!

  • Louis was incredible!
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    Louis was incredible! We messaged and within a short time Louis replied saying when to meet! We couldn’t believe it when Louis found it!!!! What an incredible thing. Thank you thank you!!

  • the real lesson is to cherish the things that matter to us and to be thankful for people like Brendon!
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    Where do I begin…I am the grateful fellow pictured above.

    New to the Bay Area, my wife and I dove in with both feet (literally) into everything SF, hoping to soak up as much of the city and the experience of living in California as we could, having moved from Canada where temperatures are decidedly colder and swimming in the ocean is not a year round possibility.

    It was one such jaunt that led me to calling Brendon. I had taken two strokes in the water when I felt the otherwise tight ring slip off my finger and devastation came over me. My wife and I looked down in the murky water with horror knowing what had happened while I stayed firmly planted so as to not lose my place. Friends and strangers came to our aid, shuffling their feet in the sand, hoping to touch it with their toes but nothing came of it.

    I took a shower shortly after as I had begun to feel hypothermic after ~40 minutes of searching, all the while staring down at the indent on my finger where the ring had been only an hour prior. My dad’s ring. Only one week removed from celebrating our first anniversary. Devastated.

    In a last ditch effort, I called a “RingFinder” who referred me to Brendon. When he answered, immediately his quiet confidence gave me hope. Less than an hour later he was there with his equipment, telling me he would forgo his wetsuit to “save time” as we were quickly losing light.

    He spent a cold 30 minutes in the water until he was successful. I will never forget him or be able to thank him enough. I know he is an amazing person by the few moments I shared with him and I will tell the story for the rest of my life.

    I told Brendon that I learned my lesson through all of this — that I can be as reckless as I want with the ring, knowing he will always be able to find it for me, but, of course, the real lesson is to cherish the things that matter to us and to be thankful for people like Brendon!

  • Jim Wren is amazing...
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    Jim Wren is amazing. When I called Jim on his cell phone, he said he would be at our condo in 15 minutes. He was there in about 12 minutes. He told me on the phone that finding my granddaughter’s lost heirloom ring would be a “piece of cake”. It was. It took Jim less than 2 minutes to find it.

    You know Jim is special when he gives 10% of his gratuities to the “Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Thank you, Jim, for what you did.

  • Oh Jim, you’ll never comprehend how grateful we all are for your perseverance!!!
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    Oh Jim, you’ll never comprehend how grateful we all are for your perseverance!!! Especially Tom and Cristina, aka Cris. You were so patient, especially when I found out there are multiple Beach accesses between 13th and 14th (my bad). You were professional, kind, friendly, knowledgeable, thorough and thoughtful. Keep doing what you’re doing!! You were meant for helping others find their lost treasures!!! You need to thank your wife for buying you that Christmas gift 5 years ago!! Brunswick County Beach peeps: Jim is your guy for finding what you think you have lost forever…. He will NOT give up!!!

    Forever grateful, Jill, Steve, Tom and Cristina

  • Jim is absolutely the best guy for this kind of job, not to mention how kind he is...
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    You were absolutely amazing!! We are so thankful we found you and you were able to come so quickly! We were feeling hopeless until you showed up.

    Jim is absolutely the best guy for this kind of job, not to mention how kind he is and had made us feel like we’d known him for years. It was so nice to meet you Jim, I wish it was possible to express how grateful we are! Thank you so much for saving the day!

  • I highly recommend you and the RingFinders to anyone else in a similar situation.
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    My amazing wife Kim had lost her wedding ring several days ago, doing 8-10 hours of weeding and various yardwork at our place. Anyone who has been to our place knows what kind of an area she might have covered in that amount of time. Acres.

    Thank you both so, so much Rob and Nelson for taking on the challenge. I truly believe you both have a gift from God for that to work out like it did. That was a one in a million chance for it to be found that fast. Unbelievable! Kim is so happy to have her ring back. It was very interesting visiting with you and learning a little about metal detecting. It looks like a lot of fun.

    I highly recommend you and the RingFinders to anyone else in a similar situation.

  • I commend Dave and what he does and will be forever grateful of this experience ????????
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    “I lost my dad’s wedding band that I had resized to fit my hand while swimming in the Gulf on Saturday. When I reached out to Dave, it was really just a last-ditch-effort to get a better night’s sleep after having such a soul crushing day.

    For the sake of brevity— my family has this thing with dimes. We use them as a sign from our loved ones who have moved on from Earth that they are still here with us. This started when my grandfather passed in 2014 with a request from my grandma to “drop a dime” that he was okay. Dimes started appearing for my whole family. The stories continued over the years. My grandmother passed on 4/12/23 and she dropped dimes for my cousin and I within hours of her passing.

    Now back to the main story: I received a response immediately and was blown away by the sincerity and attentiveness to the situation. We met the following morning at the spot I lost my ring. Nearly an hour and a half into searching, Dave alerted me he found something!! With slightly somber tone, he told me “Oh. It’s just a dime.” Every hair on my body stood up! I immediately said “Omg no way grandma” and within 60 seconds….. Dave pulled my ring from the Gulf. I simply have no words. To not only have such a sentimental piece back in my hands that I thought was gone forever, but just exactly how the story came to be. You can’t make this up. I commend Dave and what he does and will be forever grateful of this experience ????????

    -Megan

  • A master of his craft and an awesome guy!
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    Edward is the best! Not only did he come out and help me dig the first night – he offered to come back the following day and look again! He explained exactly what he was doing and walked me thru the whole process. A master of his craft and an awesome guy! Would never call anyone else again to locate my lost items.

  • I will shout from the rooftops for anyone to listen about how great you are...
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    Our entire family is beyond thankful and happy! We thought it was gone forever. I will shout from the rooftops for anyone to listen about how great you are. Thank you again.

  • Thank you Mr. Mead...
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    Thank you Mr. Mead. I’m the father, and you were nothing short of kind and professional. You were almost as excited as my daughter. I really appreciate what you did and in the manner you performed it.

  • Words can not describe how grateful I am for Jim Wren from ring finders!!
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    Words can not describe how grateful I am for Jim Wren from ring finders!! This morning, I lost my engagement ring at Wrightsville Beach. When we finally noticed it was gone in the afternoon, we went back to look for it with no luck.

    *Side note- Thank you to everyone who helped me look for my ring. I'm sorry I interrupted your beach time with me looking around and ugly crying, but I truly appreciate our care and concern.*

    I then stumbled upon Jim's page on ringfinders.com and gave him a call. He drove an hour and a half just to help me. I thought we were going to be at the beach until sundown, but WITHIN 5 MINUTES, my ring was found!!! More crying was involved on my end.

    This man not only loves what he does, but he went out of his way out of the goodness of his heart to help me find something that means so much to m

  • It started out as a beautiful Memorial Day morning...
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    It started out as a beautiful Memorial Day morning. The wind finally backed off and the waves were semi-clean and the water was warm. Just what the doctor ordered...

    So I'm headed down to 11th street with the key wrapped in my NEON GREEN TOWEL. I put it as I always do where I can keep an eye on it while I'm in the water. I paddle out, catch a few fun ones, then I see the tractor headed toward my towel.. thinking to myself "this guy sees my NEON GREEN BEACH TOWEL right?" After a little while he was done and I could see my towel so I decided to head back grab a coffee. I walk up to my NEON GREEN BEACH TOWEL and ##$%#?? Key is gone. Cellphone locked in the car. St Anthony St Anthony please come around... no luck, so we wind up calling John..

    Long story made short, he shows up with his equipment and gets to work..

    After an hour or so he finally calls us tells us to come down to the beach. I'm thinking shlt, at least he tried.. I walk up, he has a bummed look on his face like 'I'm really sorry', then pulls the key out of his pocket.. Surprise! Great acting job John!

  • Your perseverance, honesty and skill really shine through..
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    Your perseverance, honesty and skill really shine through. What a great story that gives me hope for the human race. You have no idea what finding this earring means to me and my wife. I wish you nothing but the best in your life." Ajay Krishan

  • we all screamed like little girls who won the lottery...
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    What a relief!! I was apart of the girls trip & the one who called you late Sunday night. Lol. When we got the call on our way home that he found the ring, we all screamed like little girls who won the lottery. Thank you so much for taking the time. It’s very much appreciated.

  • I appreciate the timely response and help upon arrival...
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    I was really starting to think I wouldn’t find my ring and am very grateful my friend came across this page. Things took an unexpected turn yesterday and I appreciate the timely response and help upon arrival. Thank you again for everything!

  • My advice – trust Dave. If he says he can find it, he can! I can’t thank you enough, Dave!!
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    Dave is awesome! My husband lost his ring in the ocean while playing football with my brother in law. I was standing a few feet away and my heart DROPPED when my husband turned to me and said “I lost my wedding band.” My whole family spent the rest of the afternoon searching the water for the ring with no luck. My husband and I were devastated thinking we were never going to see his ring again. We’re both sentimental and hated the idea of having to replace it. My mom, wanting to help us, found Dave and his awesome reviews on the Navarre beach Facebook page and quickly messaged him asking if he could help. Dave was immediately willing to make the drive out to help us, but he was delayed by mine and my husband’s indecision. Despite Dave’s confidence, we didn’t think it was possible to find the ring in the water after so many hours. Finally, my mom and Dave managed to convince us to give it a try. He came out the next morning. After getting all the information on where we were and how we lost it, he told us we could start to be optimistic – but I still couldn’t let myself. I sat on the shore watching him go back and forth in the area, my heart racing, convincing myself there was no way he was going to find it. 15-20min later – he stopped, dug around, and looked over at us grinning. Sure enough – he had the ring! My advice – trust Dave. If he says he can find it, he can! I can’t thank you enough, Dave!!

  • Dave is an absolute professional, and I am incredibly blessed to have met these amazing people and watch Dave use his gift to help save Mother’s Day. It was an absolute pleasure to meet Dave and Jeanie!
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    First and foremost, Dave and Jeanie are some of the kindest and most genuine people I have ever met. When I called about “Saving Mother’s Day,” Dave jumped and was ready to go by the morning. He was/is the perfect person for the job. I met Dave and Jeanie at the beach, and we were off to search the sand. The desperate plea of finding two rings buried in the sand quickly turned into an Indiana Jones-type adventure. We searched the sand for about an hour before finding the two rings! During that time, we discussed everything from their careers and family to 7-foot stingrays and nails from the 1800s. When he finally pulled the rings from the sand, there was nothing but smiles all around. As the post said, he made my Mom burst into tears and take a victory lap around the house. She was absolutely amazed. Those rings meant the world to her, and Dave and Jeanie made it their mission to get them back to their proper place.

    They taught me so much, and I am eternally grateful. The little conversations and energy they held when searching for the rings meant the world to me, and they served to keep the mood light. Dave is an absolute professional, and I am incredibly blessed to have met these amazing people and watch Dave use his gift to help save Mother’s Day. It was an absolute pleasure to meet Dave and Jeanie! My mother and I can’t thank them enough for everything they did for us.

    Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.

    Alan

  • Can’t thank you enough!
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    Jim was so kind and helpful! He saved me from a big heartache! Can’t thank you enough!

  • I would highly recommend his service.
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    Bill is determined and diligent. Excellent communication and an all around nice guy. I would highly recommend his service.

  • Can’t say enough good things about Jim and the team of Ringfinders. They truly help you when you need to retrieve something priceless.
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    I didn’t know what to do when I lost my wedding band in the lake. So thankful for Jim. I called him and he was here super quick. He was even a good sport about having to get in the cold water to search under our pier at the lake. Didn’t take 30 seconds before he pulled the basket out of the water with my ring. Can’t say enough good things about Jim and the team of Ringfinders. They truly help you when you need to retrieve something priceless.

  • We cannot thank Michael enough for finding my husbands ring!
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    We cannot thank Michael enough for finding my husbands ring! He was so responsive to my call, text messages and was willing to come back out and give it another look once the weather was nicer! Accidents happen, but after searching and searching on our own after Michael left after his first attempt we had lost hope of finding it…& then after less than an hour he found it! We are so so happy!

  • Thanks Don – my marriage is back on now.
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    Don was fantastic! Gets the lay of the land, and starts the search. Just after I begin to believe it might be lost, he rounds the corner with a smile. Right then I knew he found it! Turns out I wouldn’t have spotted it anyway, as it had fallen deeper into the lawn. Thanks Don – my marriage is back on now.

  • Joe, what an absolute legend!
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    Joe, what an absolute legend! To the rescue at such short notice, hugely appreciated ????

    Drew

  • I would HIGHLY recommend anyone to work with him and if I found myself in the same situation again, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to him immediately!
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    I contacted Brendon to help me find my lost rings & he responded immediately! He was so kind, attentive, and extremely detail oriented. He did not leave any stone or avenue uncovered and went above and beyond in helping me search. He is extremely empathetic and I felt like he cared just as much as I did to help me find my rings which meant so much to me!

    I would HIGHLY recommend anyone to work with him and if I found myself in the same situation again, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to him immediately! THANK YOU so much Brendon!!

  • Dave – You are a lifesaver!
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    Dave – You are a lifesaver! I could not have imagined going back home without my wedding rings that I have had for over a decade! Thank you sooo much!!!

  • If anyone is in the Orange Beach area and loses a ring in the water, don’t waste time, just call Dave!
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    Dave, hi. This is Josh Anderson, you found my ring in Orange Beach.

    I just wanted to say how thankful I was for everything you did.

    When I first noticed the ring was missing it was about midnight and I was sick about it. All I could think was that it had slipped off when I stuck my hand in the water trying to save the plastic cover that fell off the boat. I went down to the dock in case it had fallen on there and not in the water but to no avail. When my mother in law told me the following day that she had called a diver I was overjoyed.

    I told my wife I felt like Isildur when the ring left him and sank to the bottom of the water. Luckily orcs weren’t shooting me with arrows.

    This ring was very special. It had been my father’s wedding ring. I had to get it back.

    The day came and Dave showed up with his gear. I gave him the rundown on what happened and where I suspected the ring to be. Dave explained everything he was about to do and assured me that I shouldn’t worry. If the ring fell in here he would find it. After a good bit of searching Dave came up with the ring on his finger! It was back!

    Dave told me this was his 80th dive. I was born in 1980 so it seemed very fitting Dave’s 80th dive was a raging success.

    If anyone is in the Orange Beach area and loses a ring in the water, don’t waste time, just call Dave!

    Thank you so much man.

  • I don’t know what I would have done without his help! Thank you so much Ron!
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    I would like to give a huge shout out to Ron Holst. He was able to find my grandmother’s wedding ring, which I lost while shoveling my driveway in Rochester, MN. I don’t know what I would have done without his help! Thank you so much Ron!

  • If you ever lose your ring in the Pensacola area I recommend him 100%. “
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    “Dave was phenomenal when I reached out to him about my lost ring he answered back to me in no time. Within about a 1hr and 30mins later he arrived at the location I told him where I had lost my ring. He was so kind and made everything a breeze. Thank you so much Dave for helping me and being so kind. If you ever lose your ring in the Pensacola area I recommend him 100%. “

    Sadie

  • Fast and friendly service! Thank you Dave!!
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    I lost my Gold and Diamond wedding ring in my back yard. Our soil is full of Ironstone and made it a challenge finding. Dave found it in about 1 hour time. Fast and friendly service! Thank you Dave!!

  • WONDERFUL guy to work with and would definitely recommend him.
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    I have an AMAZING story about Brian and his metal detector business. I lost my keys yesterday and my friend and I looked ALL OVER for them. I contacted Brian, who took my call right away and came out that same morning. Within 15 MINUTES, he found them. WONDERFUL guy to work with and would definitely recommend him.

    Thank you,

    Brian

  • Brendan, I cannot express my gratitude enough for your exceptional skills and tireless dedication to reuniting wayward rings with their rightful owners. You are the Sherlock Holmes of lost jewelry
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    I must admit, when I first lost my wedding ring amidst the squelching mud and twisted roots of that treacherous hiking trail, I felt like Frodo Baggins on a journey to Mordor, except without the assurance of a happy ending. The look on my spouse’s face only confirmed the direness of my predicament.

    But then, you emerged like a knight in shining armor, armed with your trusty metal detector, and I knew there was hope. You swooped into action, your detector beeping like R2-D2 on a mission, and the mud stood no chance against your extraordinary ring-finding prowess.

    With unyielding determination, you waded through the muck, like an eager truffle pig, except instead of fungi, you sought out precious metal. And lo and behold, you unearthed my precious ring, transforming my tale of woe into a comedic triumph!

    Brendan, I cannot express my gratitude enough for your exceptional skills and tireless dedication to reuniting wayward rings with their rightful owners. You are the Sherlock Holmes of lost jewelry, and I am forever indebted to your remarkable talents.

    Please accept this testimonial as a small token of my appreciation. I will be singing your praises far and wide, spreading the legend of Brendan, the Ring Whisperer. May your metal detector never falter and may the rings you find forever sparkle in the sun.

  • Thanks Chris for the great service and coming out asap to help me find my ring. Awesome work and greatly appreciated. Highly recommend!!
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    Thanks to Chris, I have my wedding ring back.

    I was at hockey last night and lost my ring in the parking lot. I thought I had lost in and an ivy covered garden area, which was also under snow. A friend and I searched for a half hour in the dark and snow, but couldn’t find it. I went home discouraged, but then looked online and found Chris. I sent him a text and he responded right away. He said he would be out in the morning to find my ring for me. His confidence put my mind at ease.

    It’s not a super expensive ring, but it was the ring that was part of our wedding ceremony, so for that reason it’s irreplaceable. After searching the area for a while, and digging out many beer cans and other trash, Chris found my ring in a different location than where I thought it was. I could have looked forever and I don’t think I would have found it. It had made its way to the road, and if left, could have been driven over or scraped up with a snow plow. Thanks Chris for the great service and coming out asap to help me find my ring. Awesome work and greatly appreciated. Highly recommend!!

    Thanks again,

    Colin

  • "Many thanks to THE RING FINDER’S Ring Hero, Brian Rudolph!
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    "Many thanks to THE RING FINDER’S Ring Hero, Brian Rudolph! When filling up fifteen recycling yard waste bags with autumn leaves, I thought my wedding ring fell into one of them. Actually, I was certain of that fact. Rather than empty out each bag and visually search for the ring, I contacted Brian. He was thorough and methodological in searching each and every bag with three kinds of metal detectors. He also searched all of the areas I had been at during my leaf work. On the fifteenth bag, we got a definite hit, but upon emptying the bag we only found a piece of aluminum foil. Quite disappointing! Continuing with endless optimism, Brian rechecked all of the bags. Still, no ring. I had given up hope by that point and I began packing up my shovel and tarp. Meanwhile, Brian started running the detector over areas where I didn't even recall having been. Boy, was I shocked and surprised when he found my ring! I'll definitely be more careful in the future, but if by chance I lose it again, I know who to call to get someone as eager as I am to find my wedding ring!"

    Stuart

    Olney, Maryland

  • HE FOUND THE RING! My husband and I were in shock. Genuine joy filled my heart.
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    "On a blustery day in November, I told my husband to give me his wedding band before he went to a medical appointment where he wasn’t allowed to wear jewelry. I said, “I won’t lose it.” Well…I lost it! I put it on my index finger for safe keeping, and with it being cold out, wouldn’t you know it, it just slipped right off somewhere in the hustle and bustle of dropping kids off at school. I scoured the places it might have been. My sister borrowed a metal detector from a friend and searched for hours. A whole class of kindergarteners were tasked to find the ring! Still, after a day of looking, no one could locate the ring under the piles of leaves covering the ground.

    I got a tip about The Ring Finders on Facebook, and thankfully got in touch with Brian Rudolph. He was immediately on the case! I called him around dinner time, and he came out the next morning at 8 am to meet with me and go through the series of events. We traveled to few different locations to assess the details of the search, and then he set up his special equipment and got to work.

    As the search went on, I started to lose hope. I eventually left to go back home and tend to my children, but Brian continued searching. At around 2 pm, he called me. By this point, I had already accepted that the ring was gone. Brian spoke with me about the details of his search and I nodded along ready to say “ok, well, thanks anyway!”

    Then my doorbell rang. I was still on the phone with Brian, headed for the front door, when I heard him say the words, “…and that’s where I found your ring!” I looked out the front door and there was Brian, holding my husband’s wedding band out in front of him! HE FOUND THE RING! My husband and I were in shock. Genuine joy filled my heart.

    From start to finish, Brian made this sad loss a fun experience. Finding the ring was icing on the cake. Even if he hadn’t found it, I had already told my family how much fun I’d had with Brian. He made the whole search feel like an exciting and optimistic treasure hunt, and I suppose the reason Brian is so successful at what he does is because he has such a passion for finding lost treasures and returning them to their rightful places."

    Katie and Tommy

    Herndon, Virginia

  • Thank you Dave Cartee for finding my University of Alabama class ring. This is the second time I have called him to find the same ring.
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    Thank you Dave Cartee for finding my University of Alabama class ring. This is the second time I have called him to find the same ring. Both times I was putting down pine straw around shrubbery in my yard. Two years ago, Dave found this ring within 20 minutes. February of this year, he found it within 2 minutes. In both cases, the ring had been pressed into the ground beneath the pine straw. I am very happy that he was able to locate something that means a lot to me. Thank you, Dave!

    Henry Spivey

    Gulf Shores, AL

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    Thank you again, Mike! We were indeed all quite disbelieving with the quick find. But we are all especially heartened to know there are people who do this kind of thing for others out of generosity and the joy they get from seeing other people happy and relieved. Thank you for your time (driving and meeting us) and lending your skill as a detectorist to me. I am so glad I stumbled upon ring-finders while searching for a rental. I’d maybe still be out there searching.

  • I am very grateful for his hard work in finding my ring...
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    "Brian was prompt, thorough, and professional. I am very grateful for his hard work in finding my ring. If you have lost your ring, he is a good person to contact."

    Charlie

    Washington DC

  • he saved the day! Thanks so much!"
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    "Thanks to Brian for coming out to our house and finding my ring! I can honestly say that I never thought I would see it again. And if it hadn’t been for Brian, I probably wouldn’t have! But he saved the day! Thanks so much!"

    Liona and David

    Gambrills, Maryland

  • It's really impossible to express our appreciation of you and Ring Finders. You are a wonderful resource for people and we thank you so much for your help!
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    Hi Mark,

    I apologize for the delay in following up to thank you but I wanted to take the time needed to convey our sincere appreciation for you and Ring Finders. Both my husband and I know that I would not have my diamond ring and wedding band back if it were not for you and Ring Finders!

    2023 started out on such a sad note after our New Year's getaway. We left the motel trying to come to terms with the idea that, despite our lengthy search, we could not find the rings anywhere in the room. I was terribly sad to lose my wedding band, but the diamond ring that has my husband's grandmother's and great-grandmother's diamonds, is obviously a deeply sentimental piece and was irreplaceable.

    I decided to google and see if there was a place online where people could post about lost jewelry in case they turned up somewhere and that is how I found Ring Finders. When I reached out to you, you were so kind and understanding. You took a significant amount of time to listen and ask me questions, paying close attention to all of the details. I was amazed that for the cost of gas, you would go to the motel with us to help us search and a reward for finding an item was optional.

    Because of you, we went back to the hotel, and because of your detailed, careful approach to the search, we found the rings - which had gotten swept off the dresser into the bottom of the garbage. We had searched the garbage before we left the room, but they were hidden so we needed another search with fresh eyes.

    It's really impossible to express our appreciation of you and Ring Finders. You are a wonderful resource for people and we thank you so much for your help!

    Thank you again!

    Michelle and Jeff

  • Shout out to The Ring Finders and Brian Rudolph for metal detecting and searching for me!
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    Shout out to The Ring Finders and Brian Rudolph for metal detecting and searching for me! I lost my key last month which was very upsetting and Brian successfully found it! This ring finder can help you on land or in water! Keep this in mind when you lose a ring, key or anything that may go missing. Thanks for the great job Brian!”

    Terrena

    Gaithersburg, Maryland

  • The whole experience in dealing with Brian was unbelievable and life changing for me...
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    "I cannot thank Brian Rudolph enough for the work he did in finding my wedding ring. The whole experience in dealing with Brian was unbelievable and life changing for me. His level of service and dedication are the best I have seen in any industry in my life. I did not even know this type of service existed until one day after I lost my ring. A lucky search on Google brought me to The Ring Finders site and then to Brian's contact information. I immediately contacted Brian and his service was professional , optimistic , empathetic and he gave me peace of mind that he could find the ring. Brian traveled through a storm at night and in traffic to meet me. We went to the beach where the ring was lost at night during a storm to go over the reference points. He waited until the morning in his vehicle for the storm to pass in order to begin the search and found my ring by the morning. The world needs more people like Brian Rudolph. If you lost something of value or importance it is a no brainer to contact Brian. I am sure glad I did."

    Steven and Samantha

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  • Joe is a dedicated veteran carrying on his service to others – thank you for all that you do.
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    Mahalo Joe!! Can’t thank you enough for finding my lost wedding ring and for such prompt and professional service! Joe is a dedicated veteran carrying on his service to others – thank you for all that you do.

  • Can’t even put into words how happy I am, such quick, kind efficient service. Totally would recommend!
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    Was doing some ridiculous acrobatics on the property this week and managed to lose my watch in the grass, after searching for three days and racking my brain, I decided to contact Pete to come by with his Metal detector and scour the property.

    I wasn’t very hopeful, since all four of us had been heavily searching the area, after one hour pete told me to come for a walk with him, and low and behold!!!! Right there! In the grass! What a gem.

    Can’t even put into words how happy I am, such quick, kind efficient service. Totally would recommend!

  • My wife and I are so grateful for Brian recovering my wedding band...
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    "My wife and I are so grateful for Brian recovering my wedding band. A couple of friends had their doubts that my ring could be found in the Chesapeake Bay, but Brian was able to find it. Thanks again Brian."

    Scott and Katie

    Chestertown, Pennsylvania

  • I was in tears to get my ring back! Brian, you helped me to stay calm...
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    "I was in tears to get my ring back! Brian, you helped me to stay calm and feel confident that we would get my ring back. I can't thank you enough for being there when I needed the help! Thank you so much for taking the time to talk me through the search process and help me get my ring back!"

    Leighanne and Steven

    Greenbelt, Maryland

  • Brian is amazing and truly a blessing of a human being. Thank you so much!
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    "I unfortunately lost my wedding ring in the Atlantic Ocean in Dewey Beach near Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Needless to say I was devastated. In nearly 16 years of marriage I have never taken it off other than for a couple of minutes to do something I feared may damage it.

    Over the last several months I have lost a significant amount of weight (approximately 60 lbs) and therefore my fingers have shrunken some. Not realizing this, while holding my 4 year old daughter, it somehow slid off in the water. I was sick to my stomach and although I know it can be replaced, the sentimental value cannot. Trying to put on a happy face for my wife and two kids for the remainder of our vacation was not easy (we immediately packed the car up and headed back home to Philadelphia).

    Three days passed and on Thursday my wife saw the recommendation to check out “The Ring Finders”. That is how we found Brian Rudolph. Brian was nothing short of amazing from the very first call my wife made.

    He traveled several hours to meet my mother (we had returned home to Pennsylvania at this point) at the section of beach where we were that dreadful day. Despite severe weather conditions rolling through that day he was still determined to get the search started. Brian sectioned off a portion of the beach and began searching in the water. Shortly after, I received a FaceTime call from my mom’s phone.

    They were calling from the beach to verify a few things. After asking me several questions about how far in the ocean I was and my location out there in the water that day, Brian asked me how much the ring meant to me. My reply was simple! EVERYTHING!

    He then held it up in camera view and exclaimed “Well I found it!!!” I immediately burst into tears in disbelief. I could not believe Brian had found my ring that I thought for sure was gone forever after three days of being in the ocean.

    I can’t thank Brian enough for his determination and kindness. While I sincerely hope no one “needs” to utilize his services, I assure you that if you do, you are receiving top notch service from someone who genuinely wants to help. Brian is amazing and truly a blessing of a human being. Thank you so much!"

    Stephen and Dana

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  • We highly recommend your services. You are such a good person with what you do. Thanks so much.
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    "Brian, your experience and advice were very helpful in the recovery of the ring. We needed a calm focused individual to guide us through this stressful situation. Thank you for your time searching for our ring and all your advice on the phone. We highly recommend your services. You are such a good person with what you do. Thanks so much."

    Robin and Joseph

    Souderton, Pennsylvania

  • I can’t put into words how thankful I am for contacting Brian at THE RING FINDERS...
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    "I can’t put into words how thankful I am for contacting Brian at THE RING FINDERS. The experience with him was bordering a miracle! We were in the midst of readying our home for showings and I had lost my four rings four days before. I kept thinking they’d turn up for a few days but when we looked around at our decluttered show-ready house it almost seemed hopeless. My husband went through our outdoor trash can (God bless him), scoured our cars, etc, etc. With the rings missing for nearly a week, Josh told me that he had put a call out to this ring finder guy. Brian spent well over an hour on the phone with me asking questions about my routine, where I’ve looked etc. I was searching as I was on the phone with him getting ideas for places, guided by the questions he was asking. He really got me thinking about the week prior. As we got off the phone at some point he told me that he hoped I would call him with “tears of joy” by the end of the week when we had decided that we would have him come out to look for the rings at our house, if they hadn’t been found by then. Brian never pushed the envelope trying to get the finders fee (so to speak); he is genuinely interested in helping you find your rings. Later that night I was able to do just as Brian hoped I would - I cried tears of JOY! I found my rings in a fleece jacket that I threw on going down the stairs while being late for daycare drop off. And since there are four rings and they take a few seconds to put on, I thought I’d save the time and do it while walking. I never got to meet Brian but he seems like an amazing person and the perfect kind of guy for this job. It was an incredibly emotional experience and I could feel his genuine want to help as well as the joy we all experienced over the phone once I found the rings! Thank you so much Brian!"

    Megan and Josh

    Frederick, Maryland

  • Thank you so much, Brian! I definitely recommend this service for anyone who has lost their jewelry
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    "I cannot thank Brian enough for finding my engagement ring! This was an amazing experience as he made it very special for my fiancé and I. Brian was very personable and reassuring. I texted him the day after I lost my ring and he called me right away and asked if I wanted him to come to my house that night! He drove almost 3 hours to find my ring in the dark and was very successful at finding it deep in the grass outside of my house. He is such a blessing to be able to help us after we started giving up hope. I truly believe this happened for a reason and will help to strengthen our relationship. Thank you so much, Brian! I definitely recommend this service for anyone who has lost their jewelry!"

    Bianca and Nick

    Berlin, Maryland

  • We thank Brian again for giving us the experience of a lifetime in him finding (at the bottom of the Chesapeake Bay, might I add) a ring that meant so much to us.
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    Brian was paramount to locating my two rings -- one of them a three-day-old engagement ring. He was highly communicative throughout the entire process, from understanding where the ring was to actually showing up on site and doing the work. Although I was devastated at the loss of my rings in the Chesapeake Bay, I was comforted by his stories and experience with very similar losses. He made time and prioritized finding our rings in what I can expect was an incredibly "busy" season for ring finders. I cannot recommend his services enough. The fact that he was so knowledgeable, not only about the location where it was lost, but also the tools utilized to retrieve the rings, makes me confident that he can find any ring, in any condition! Don't hesitate in calling Brian for any of your lost jewelry!

    We thank Brian again for giving us the experience of a lifetime in him finding (at the bottom of the Chesapeake Bay, might I add) a ring that meant so much to us. We are REALLY looked forward to seeing the YouTube video of our experience and we'll continue to follow his channel for updates -- we love his videos!"

    Madeleine and Matthew

    Boston, Massachusetts

  • Thank you again for your expertise and guidance!
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    "Brian, THANK YOU SO MUCH for your positivity, calm and quick response! Thank you again for your expertise and guidance! I am so immensely relieved!"

    Beth and Thomas

    Annapolis, Maryland

  • Keith was great...
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    “Keith was great. If you ever lose a wedding ring on a beach you can trust Keith to help you find it.“

  • Brian thank you! You are my ring hero! Go "TheRingFinders"!"
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    "There was this inherited sadness that came along when I lost my wedding ring. It was a simple ring, but it signified so much to me and meant a lot to my wife. I tried hard looking for it without any success. Then desperation kicked in. I lost hope that I could find it. When someone suggested Brian Rudolph, a member of THE RING FINDERS directory, I was hesitant. Would he be able to find it? Is it worth it to go through the hustle? Well, I thought it wouldn't hurt to try. From my very first interaction with Brian I knew that something good was going to come out of it. Brian was very professional, sensitive, and encouraging. He didn't pressure me about anything, but allowed me to make decisions along the way. He also explained the process and he was very confident about his service. I started gaining confidence that he would find my ring. Brian's expertise and professionalism was very evident to my friend and co-worker who was there with me. The best part was finding my ring. When I lost the ring and thought I wasn't going to find it, I started to minimize its value. But when Brian found it, there was surreal joy. As a result, I discovered again the value and significance of my wedding ring! Brian thank you! You are my ring hero! Go "TheRingFinders"!"

    Kristo and Katie

    Fairfax, Virginia

  • We could not be more thankful! I will be recommending your services in the future!
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    Thank you Norm! This ring really means a lot to Nick , it is truely irreplaceable. We were both quite upset about it. My anxiety about it was through the roof, I can’t stand when something important is missing! You came in no time, in the brisk cold to help out! We could not be more thankful! I will be recommending your services in the future!

  • He's awesome! He turned my gloomy snowy emotion to bright and sunny in an hour.
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    CHIS TURNER is Mr. AMAZING!

    I just got married 3months ago and during a snowy weather, I lost my wedding ring after I shook my hand while walking on the sidewalk outside near my place. Tried to look for it but it was snowing, people are walking outside taking pictures and my neighbour was plowing too. I then called my husband, who's currently in India, and he instantly send me a link of 'TheRingFinders.' Chris answered right away and arrived in less than 30mins despite of the bad weather. He just asked me couple of queations so he'll know where to look for it and was able to find it quickly. He's awesome! He turned my gloomy snowy emotion to bright and sunny in an hour. I was so happy and relieved that I cried when he showed me my wedding ring. My husband and I was talking that we both didn't know there are people like them and we are both glad to meet one, CHRIS TURNER. Again, it was wonderful to meet you and thank you so much!

    Via & Josh (Dec2022)

  • Highly recommend Pete!!
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    Pete arrived yesterday to help find my wedding ring which I had lost in my garden over two years ago.In half an hour he had found it in the lawn bordering the flower beds.Such a lovely Xmas gift for me and so reasonable. Highly recommend Pete!!

  • I would recommend him to anyone in need of finding precious metals. Thanks again Brian."
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    "I lost my wedding ring after releasing a fish I caught in muddy water. I went online and after searching "metal detector specialist", I found Brian Rudolph on The Ring Finders. He came out during the rain just before dark and found my ring in a very short amount of time. He was very professional and good at what he does. I would recommend him to anyone in need of finding precious metals. Thanks again Brian."

    Adam and Chelsea

    Bridgeville, Maryland

  • Adam!!!!! He is amazing!
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    Adam!!!!! He is amazing! I lost my parent’s wedding bands in the yard.

    I called Adam after searching for over a week with my own metal detector. Adam showed up and found both rings within less than 5 minutes! I’m eternally grateful ????????????????

  • I hope we never lose anything again, but if we do, Ring Finders is where I'm looking first!
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    After my wife lost her bracelet in the lake behind our house, I frantically searched the internet for ideas on how to find it. Luckily I found Mical, as he came over with his metal detector and waders, and found it in no time! I hope we never lose anything again, but if we do, Ring Finders is where I'm looking first!

  • The work you do is truly the work of creating hope and happiness. I will be forever greatful to you.
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    It has taken me a little while to truely find the words to write this. I lost one of the most treasured items I own while doing my most treasured family traditions. I lost the ring my past Father gave me, that was also my wedding ring, while cutting down our family Christmas tree.

    I noticed it was gone while we were walking back to our truck with our tree. It turned one of the best most magical days I'd had all year, into one of the saddest. I was absolutely devastated, as was my whole family for me. My husband borrowed a metal detector, and we went back and searched to no avail. I had lost a ring in an acre of trees in 5 inches of snow. I was hopeless. Chris from The Ring Finders was recommended to me by a stranger on a Facebook Lost and Found Page. On a whim I reached out. An hour after I send my text message, Chris contacted me. He was so friendly, sincere, and full of so much confidence that I had hope for the first time. He met my husband and myself at the Tree Farm the very next morning. He used his skills of interviewing to recreate and help me retrace my day. Then he got to work, and before I knew what was happening, he was handing me the ring I never thought I would see again! I am still absolutely amazed and forever greatful as I was sure it would have been impossible to find, without him. So one million times over Chris, Thank you. The work you do is truly the work of creating hope and happiness. I will be forever greatful to you.

    Kam and Shawn

  • incredible 10/10 experience regarding Jeff Morgan The Seattle Ring Hunter!!!
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    I wanted to share my incredible 10/10 experience regarding Jeff Morgan The Seattle Ring Hunter!!! I recently lost 3 very expensive rings in my deep backyard (1 engagement ring, 1 wedding band, and 1 jewelry ring). These rings had deep sentimental importance and were also valued at over $160K. . . . . . I knew they were lost in the deep woods of my large 10 acre property that was very sloped and difficult to even get through. Jeff has tremendous experience and ingenuity in developing a very strategic system to map out the yard and locate the ring(s) using intense attention to detail and various metal-detection equipment. The first 2 days there was no luck, but on the 3rd day 2 rings were found, and on the 4th day the 3rd and final ring was also found!!! It was one of the happiest moments of our lives, and we can't thank Jeff enough for his persistence, professionalism, determination, and positivity throughout the process. He is definitely a "People Person" with a warm personality and awesome communication skills. It is obvious he takes great pride in his work, and literally he changes people's lives where many have lost all hope and are in a very bad place. We whole-heartedly recommend and endorse Jeff Morgan The Seattle Ring Hunter!!! He is the best.

    Ed - North Bend, WA

  • You have the best job in the world and hope you continue to make other people smile!
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    Hi Sharon and Mike! It was such a great find and a great moment, this will be a story I will tell everyone forever. The ring was passed down from grandmother and to my mother after. My mother gave this ring to me for my wedding ring so I felt I have to one day pass it on to our family and you gave that chance again. You have brought so much back to me, my wife and my family. As soon as I saw my ring in your hands I knew it was it. We will always remember this moment and be grateful to you two! You have the best job in the world and hope you continue to make other people smile! Thank you from me and my wife and family.

  • This ring means the world to me and I am so so so happy that I got it back...
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    “The ring belonged to my grandfather (my father’s parents). It was his engagement ring. Both of my grandparents died years ago. This ring means the world to me and I am so so so happy that I got it back because it is the last thing that I have from them. It is A dream comming true.” … “I can give it to my children one day. It is something I will never forget. It is A beautyfull story to tell. My boyfriend wears the ring now. And hè will give it back to me when hè is comming home. Its A love story not only from my grandfather but also for me and Jordan.”

  • Brian is simply amazing!
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    "Brian is simply amazing! Not only does he have the best personality, he is so thorough! It is never the best feeling to lose something so personal but Brian eases your fears and you know you are in the hands of a professional! Thank you thank you thank you!"

    Stephanie and Mike

    Middle River, Maryland

  • I couldn’t be happier with the service provided...
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    I lost my wedding ring chopping wood. Ring Finders came out the next day and found it in about 10 minutes. I couldn’t be happier with the service provided. If you live in south jersey, I highly recommend them!

  • We are so exceedingly grateful for your skill and grace in recovering Mike’s last tangible memory of his dad...
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    Joe!!! A much belated post and thank you again for finding my husband’s ring. We were just laying in bed and I caught his hand, to run my hand over his ring, which I’ve done thousands of times during our 12 years of marriage. We are so exceedingly grateful for your skill and grace in recovering Mike’s last tangible memory of his dad. You gave us both a sense of hope days before you recovered the ring, and you truly saved our vacation. A thousand thank yous is not enough! Hope you’re enjoying safe, happy, healthy holidays with your family.

  • Highly recommend Shane and TheRingFinders!
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    If you need metal detecting services, call Shane! True expert in his field. I lost my Apple iPhone 12 Pro while 4-wheeling in a wooded area. I was not sure where to begin to look for it, as I travelled quite a bit through the woods. Shane set up a time that was convenient and came onsite to perform the search. I showed him the area where I had riden and the boundaries of the property. I left Shane go to work. He found my phone on a 1-2 acre area within 1 and a half hours. I was truly impressed! The device itself didn't mean that much, however the data it held is priceless to me, and compensated him accordingly for recovering it. Highly recommend Shane and TheRingFinders!"

  • We are relieved and extremely grateful for Luke’s help. HIGHLY RECOMMENED.
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    Luke is an amazing individual. I am thankful my search for a metal detector directed me to him. I knew within seconds of speaking with Luke he was the right person for the job. Luke was thorough, skillful & prompt. He returned two days later to make certain he recovered the battery. We are relieved and extremely grateful for Luke’s help. HIGHLY RECOMMENED.

  • You are a Legend , indeed a lifesaver!!
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    Norm , Thank you for helping me find my lost key fob . I can’t tell you how grateful I am to have it back. You are a Legend , indeed a lifesaver!!

    Thank you Norm!

  • Excellent customer service and rare “good human” instinct.
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    Thank you so much for your efforts to help us recover a ring lost in the lawn during hurricane prep. Your referral and response were very impressive. Excellent customer service and rare “good human” instinct. 5 Star!

  • hire a professional, don't be afraid to pay and support a genuine professional who truly loves reconnecting folks with their lost jewelry
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    "Brian Rudolph, a member of The Ring Finders is my Pendant Hero! I am still in shock, in awe and overflowing with joy! I initially spoke with Mr. Rudolph about 1.5 hours after misplacing my grandmom’s gold custom "E" pendant! He was kind, enthusiastic and knowledgeable, all the while managing my expectations that we were up for some serious hide-n-go-seek! Mr. Rudolph gave me very specific instructions about how to mark my location. He also advised that he would meet me at the 23rd block of Ocean City’s Boardwalk at 2:56am, and he did just that! We identified the sand location of the lost pendant, marked off the area with stakes and he used his top-notch equipment to diligently scan every foot of it! We covered 75% of the sand location and he prepared me for the possibility of Mr. Rudolph having to go into the water next to search the water location! Then...Bang! Boom! Beep Beep! He got a hit! Within 30 seconds of digging, the tears started flowing, as a man I never met before gave me his word that we would go the distance to find grandmom’s pendant! And Mr. Rudolph truly delivered on his word! This meant the world to me because I couldn't bear to have another part of my grandmom lost. She passed away in April 2020 from COVID, and she actually gave me the pendant at Thanksgiving 2019! We rejoiced together, prayed together and (of course) I cried! I could go on for days! But I'll end by saying, hire a professional, don't be afraid to pay and support a genuine professional who truly loves reconnecting folks with their lost jewelry (or whatever lost)!

    #BestMoneyIEverSpent! #SoGrateful! #AbsoluteProfessional! #HighlyRecommended!"

    Shawnda

    Silver Spring, Maryland

  • If 1,000 stars was an option, I’d give every single one to you both!!
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    Joe, you and your wife definitely worked to find that ring… It was so nice meeting you both, and I know we both thank you, more than words can say…

    If 1,000 stars was an option, I’d give every single one to you both!!

    Thanks again!!!

    And for those reading this, if you ever need a piece of jewelry found, you’d be shorting yourself, if you went with anyone else!!!

    Joe and Donna were absolutely wonderful to work with! They were professional and determined to find my ring. I’m so thankful for their efforts and appreciate them as people. I know we will be friends for years to come! Thanks from a grateful fisherman! ???? Chris

  • Matthew is a great guy with genuine positive energy and an obvious knack for finding stuff with a metal detector.
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    After looking high, low and everywhere in between for nearly a week in search of my wedding band, we came up empty handed. I was almost certain I’d lost it while my wife and I were bagging leaves in our front yard the previous Saturday.

    A neighbor suggested that we rent a metal detector from the local tool rental, and so we did. No luck. Easier said than done. The last-ditch effort was a Google search for “detectorist in my area” which led me to this site[theringfinders.com] where I found a link to Matthew’s profile.

    I texted him and he called me within an hour to arrange a time to search the property. He came out on a Saturday morning and actually spent three hours searching. About an hour and a half in I thought maybe I’d sent him on a wild goose chase.

    He was pretty confident though and ultimately found the ring in a spot that was at least 50' from the area I originally thought I’d lost it in. Matthew is a great guy with genuine positive energy and an obvious knack for finding stuff with a metal detector.

    If you’ve lost something of value in your yard, a park, etc., and have a reasonable(or not so reasonable) idea of where it is, chances are pretty good this guy will find it.

    - Owen

    Strasburg PA

  • If there’s anyone who is going to find your missing jewelry, it’s The Ring Hero!!!"
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    "I made this ring myself when I was 16 years old out of sheet metal at a blacksmithing workshop. I had worn it every day since I was about 17 (about 3-4 years) and I had taken it to several countries with me.

    When I was wading out into the water at a beach, it flew off my finger and I spent about 20 minutes searching for it in about 3-4 feet of water with no luck. My heart sank. Although the ring does not have much intrinsic value, it is one of a kind and has tremendous personal value to me.

    I located one ring finder about 40 minutes away who referred me to Brian who does water recoveries and lived much farther away. I really liked Brian’s "can-do" spirit and optimism. He was sure he could help me find my ring.

    He looked up tide charts and drove almost 3 hours to where I had lost it. After looking for about 2 hours, he slept in his car to catch the low tide early the next day. With all of his hi-tech equipment, determination and enthusiasm, Brian was able to locate my ring an hour and a half into Day 2 of his search, which I thought I would never see again. If there’s anyone who is going to find your missing jewelry, it’s The Ring Hero!!!"

    Ana

    California, Maryland

  • don’t hesitate to contact mark...
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    Thanks a ton to mark and his buddy for coming by so quickly and finding my ring even quicker!

    I was just going to buy a new ring, but the idea of losing the one I had was a real bummer so I took to the internet and found this guy. A real pro. Found my ring in around ten minutes at most.

    if you’ve lost something important, don’t hesitate to contact mark, he def has the skills/tools to get the job done

  • We highly recommend Joe!
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    Joe was amazing!!! Very quick to respond, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. So thankful for his expertise and services! We highly recommend Joe! Mahalo!!!

    Michele is my cousin and BFF. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your skills! You really did save their vacation. She called me after you found it and was still in shock that you were able to find it so quickly! Thank you so much for saving the day & easing her anxiety.

  • Adam, you are my hero! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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    I just wanted to thank you again. My visit to the beach at our The Lodge & Club on 10/7/22 was one of my worst days because I lost my diamond wedding band.

    When I saw you with your metal detector on the following Sunday, I had no idea your talent when I approached you just to ask if you equipment could find a lost ring. Our conversation gave me a glimmer of hope. When you texted me on Monday 10/10/22 with a picture of my ring, I was literally in tears that you had found my wedding band.

    It is truly a miracle. I am without words that express my gratitude. Adam, you are my hero! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

    Sincerely Kelly L.

  • We highly recommend Joe!
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    Joe was amazing!!! Very quick to respond, friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. So thankful for his expertise and services! We highly recommend Joe! Mahalo!!!

  • I would recommend Brian Carpenter to everyone. He is the best...
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    I would recommend Brian Carpenter to everyone. He is the best, most thorough and nicest ring finder ever. He came to my house the day after I lost my gold wedding band while cleaning up the garden for the coming winter season and found it after a thorough search. He smiled as wide as me after finding it!

  • He clearly knows what he is doing and is an expert at locating lost jewelry...
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    My fiance accidentally flung her engagement ring into a thick, brushy area in our front yard while trying to remove it. At first, we thought it would be easy to find, but after several hours of searching without success, it felt like a hopeless cause.

    While searching for ideas on the Internet in desperation, I happened to stumble across theringfinders.com and saw that Brendon was their local operative for our area. When I contacted Brendon, he was very willing and eager to help!

    It was very easy to set up an appointment, and he was at our house looking for the ring within a couple of days. When he arrived, he was able to find the ring in about 10 minutes!!

    He clearly knows what he is doing and is an expert at locating lost jewelry. Before contacting Brendon, we were just about to purchase a replacement ring that wouldn't have had the same sentimental value as the original. I'm so glad, we found Brendon instead! THANK YOU, BRENDON!

  • Thank you Steve! You are a honest upright hardworking thorough professional!
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    So very relived and so appreciative! Thank you Steve! You are a honest upright hardworking thorough professional! Can’t thank you enough!

  • Highly recommend her for your next lost and found.
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    Kati was awesome. Very professional and asked me the right questions before she got started. Though the ring was not found directly using her equipment, she was very dedicated and structured about the way she went about the task. Though I found the ring in my gloves, I attribute the tip to look there to her ! Highly recommend her for your next lost and found.

  • We are in great gratitude for Joe. I still cannot believe it...
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    **I thought this ring was gone forever and had made my peace. Years later, it’s on my finger! What???? We are in great gratitude for Joe. I still cannot believe it. The universe provided! Thank you times infinity.

    **This is a wonderful story and truly a God send!! My daughter, Tawnia and Troels have been sick over the loss of this special ring! Words cannot express our gratitude and your kindness and perseverance! So so happy that this was a great ending and amazing story!

    **What a terrific testament to your passion for your craft, competitive treasure hunting, honoring your allegiance to returning what is lost, tremendous skills in the ocean, and gaining the most in doing what is right within your system of values. Thank you for making T+T happy! HUGS to you. xo Amy B.

  • I recommend Brian’s services to anyone that loses a ring, pendant, cross etc.
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    “More than a week has passed since Brian found my cross and I'm still talking to all of my friends about how he found it! I’m especially sharing with all of the soccer players that were with me when I lost the cross and they were all unsuccessful in finding the pendant after hours of searching. They just can’t believe that Brian found it! I honestly value the sincerity of Brian’s words when we arrived at the soccer field where I lost the cross. I didn't know him but he was always so very positive and Brian was so sure that he was going to find the cross. His positivity was contagious. With the passing of many hours, I saw the methodical process Brian used to mark all of the areas that he searched so he didn't miss any places. It was really an experience to see this and even when he didn't find it in the first 4 days searching, averaging 4 hours a day, Brian didn't lose hope and he kept encouraging me to stay hopeful. Every time he encouraged me to not give up, I would say to Brian, “IF YOU STILL HAVE HOPE BRIAN, I WILL FOLLOW YOU”. I recommend Brian’s services to anyone that loses a ring, pendant, cross etc. I personally didn't even know this type of service existed until I searched Google and found THE RING FINDERS and Brian’s name. Brian, thank you very much for finding my cross. I honestly will never forget this!”

    Alfredo

    Rockville, Maryland

  • We are forever grateful to him!”
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    “Woodrow was very responsive, when we didn’t hear back from other ring finders. He was very efficient and found the missing ring! We are forever grateful to him!”

  • Ron and his wife are sooo sweet and patient I am forever grateful to them.
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    Never knew this site existed until desperation led me to find it!! I’m so glad I did though!! Ron and his wife are sooo sweet and patient I am forever grateful to them.

  • Ron was so kind and professional. We are so thankful. God bless you Ron!
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    Lost my ring tossing it up and playing with it walking in a park on a walk with my wife. Pretty stupid way to lose a ring, I know. My wife and I bought a metal detector and searched for a few hours (also after the park lawn was mowed, which brought me really down) but we didn't really know what we were doing. We didn't have any luck. So I found Ron on theringfinders.com from a quick Google search, and I texted him and he replied immediately. He came out the next morning and I showed him the area I dropped my ring and no joke, he found the ring in less than 2 minutes with his equipment while we were standing there! I was so hopeless before and really didn't think he would find it so fast! Ron was so kind and professional. We are so thankful. God bless you Ron!

  • So thankful for the recovering of my family heirloom.
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    Thank you, especially for coming on Thanksgiving Day. So thankful for the recovering of my family heirloom

  • I will definitely recommend you...
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    Thank you so much Joe!! 14 years of marriage and I thought my ring was gone forever. I am still amazed at how fast the recovery was and how easy you make it look! I will definitely recommend you to anyone who is in the same situation I was in. You were great! Thank you so much!!!

  • Finding my ring was truly an act of persistence and passion. Thank you so much!
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    Thank you Rick.

    Your dedication to finding lost items is incredible. Your stories of the things you’ve found, both for others and as part of your passion for “hunting” for objects both lost and left behind could easily fill a book.

    Finding my ring was truly an act of persistence and passion. Thank you so much!

    But watch out… I’ve told many people (already) about my experience. Everyone makes the same comment, “I had no idea there was a service such as “theringfinders.com”… if only I’d know when I lost my…

    See you at Hathaway’s!

  • I will recommended Brian to absolutely anyone within ear shot forever. A true good fella who came through in the clutch...
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    After searching for my grandfather's ring for months, wasting money on metal detectors, hours and hours of time searching on my own, shredding my neighbors backyard (they approved), and asking for volunteers to help me, I decided to contact a real professional here. And man oh man did I find a gem in Brian! He came to my house exactly on time after driving 90 minutes to me in the city, asked me a bit more about what exactly happened, and while studying the possible trajectory of the lost ring this man got to work. Grade A+ equipment and knowledge of his work. He started to look for that ring like a detective and true professional. Great guy with a big heart who truly enjoys what he does and holds a great conversation too. It felt like hanging out with an old friend. After combing the area for over an hour (he didn't miss an inch) we still had not found it. I could tell he was a competitive man and passionate about getting the job done. I told him no hard feelings either way and sat down to give him more space while he wrapped a coil around the metal detector. 10 minutes later, he yelled out that he had found it under some pine needles and handed me the ring with the most genuine smile I had seen in quite some time. I hugged him and my fiancee even heard us celebrating from the 3rd floor of the house. I am not a big jewelry guy but this ring means the world to me as my grandfather and his story has inspired me my whole life. I will recommended Brian to absolutely anyone within ear shot forever. A true good fella who came through in the clutch. I know my grandfather was looking down and smiling at the both of us. Thank you Brian!!

  • So grateful and thankful for his help, I 100% recommend his services…
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    John was very prompt and communicated well! I had lost my wedding ring in the sand while packing up chairs and umbrellas. Within 15 mins of John starting his search, he was able to locate it! So grateful and thankful for his help, I 100% recommend his services if you are ever in need!!

  • I had totally given up hope, but thanks to your skill, persistence, and passion for finding lost valuables, you reunited me with my sentimental jewelry...
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    Leighton, I cannot thank you enough for this MIRACLE. When Sean and I realized my jewelry had fallen out of his pocket that sunny day at the beach, our hearts sank. Our carefree Saturday turned sour in an instant. My parents were there too, and the four of us scoured the area. I gave up hope pretty quickly, convincing myself that one of the many beach goers that day saw some valuable, sparkly jewelry on the ground and took it for themselves.

    My mom persuaded me into posting a picture of my lost jewelry onto a Facebook Fairhaven group page in case someone found them. I asked my brother if anyone had returned my jewelry to the police station (he’s an officer in town), and he said no luck, but did file a report for me.

    The folks on Facebook were so kind. A couple even went out with metal detectors, but could not find the jewelry. At that point, I really lost hope, and that’s when you reached out. I thought “oh no this guy should really not waste his time”.

    It was surprising to me that you kept reaching out. I honestly felt a little bad! The rings were a purchase I made in Maine with one of my best friends as a “friendship bracelet” type thing and the necklace was a birthday gift one of my other best friends gave me. I knew the friend who bought me the necklace would be devastated, so I was stalling and trying to figure out a way to tell her eventually.

    Fast forward two months, and I get a message from you to call you on the phone. I’m thinking “oh boy, this guy really doesn’t give up.” We talk on the phone for a bit, going over all the details. Then you say, “I found your rings”. I couldn’t believe my ears – after a few seconds all I could manage was “you WHAT!?”. ???? I was (and still am) in disbelief! I had totally given up hope, but thanks to your skill, persistence, and passion for finding lost valuables, you reunited me with my sentimental jewelry.

    From my perspective, you represent the good of humanity and the “fellow neighbor”. As a writer I tend to think in terms of story, and this one began with a pessimistic, distrusting outlook on people. I had convinced myself that someone stole my rings and necklace the second they dropped from my boyfriend’s pocket. Not only have you given us the great gift of finding what was lost, you have changed and brightened my view by showing me that there are indeed honest, kind people in this world who use their talents and determination to help others.

    Oh, and you saved Sean’s behind.

    THANK YOU!!

  • I was beyond happy that he had found it. It meant so much to me and I am so very thankful!!
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    My friends and I decided to take advantage of a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon and decided to go play a round of golf at Central Park Pitch and Putt in Burnaby.

    I had a back pack with me and after teeing off at the 14th hole, I grabbed my back pack and put it over my right shoulder and noticed that the strap had caught on to my necklace. I asked my friend to untangle it and he did, and we went on our way.

    We got to the 16th hole and teed off. I hit the ball to the right of the green. We all walked ahead and then I chipped my ball on to the green. I was about to putt when I felt my necklace fall from my neck. I gave my shirt a shake and my necklace fell to the ground. However, I noticed the 2 pendants I had on it were not there. Panic started to set in as these were two very valuable and sentimental things. One of the pendants was my name in gold. The other pendant was a gold cross with diamonds on the cross. The cross was a gift from my late grandmother, Tara, or Nana as we would call her. The pendant with my name on it was given to me by my mom, however after telling her I had lost it, she mentioned that it too was a gift from late grandmother.

    My friends and I walked back and forth from the green at the 16th hole to the tee off box at the 14th hole 3 times. It was on the 2nd walk back that I found the cross pendant at the tee off box of hole #15. It was getting dark and reality started to set in. My other pendant was lost forever but at least I found 1 of the 2.

    We all went and grabbed a bite to eat at a local restaurant. While waiting for a table, I remembered seeing a video on Facebook regarding actor Jon Cryor and him losing his wedding ring but finding it with the help of someone. I did a quick Google search and found The Ring Finders. I gave Chris a text and he called me back shortly after. We talked on the phone for about 10 mins and he got as much information from me as he could.

    The following day, Chris called me and told me he went in the morning to the course before it got busy to check it out and see if he could find it, but didn't have any luck. He texted me back and we decided to meet up on Tuesday afternoon.

    Chris and I walked to the 16th hole first and checked out places I could remember going. Then we walked to the 15th hole and then to the tee box for the 15th hole. Chris asked me where I found my cross and I pointed to the area. We looked around and around. Finally Chris told me that he forgot to do an opening interview. He pulled out his phone and asked me what exactly it was that I lost and was looking for. I told him, and then he kicked the dirt underneath him, reached down, and pulled out the pendant that I was missing! I was beyond happy that he had found it. It meant so much to me and I am so very thankful!!

    Thank you Chris once again for finding this special piece of jewelry for not only me, but my grandmother as well!

  • These guys really know what they are doing and take pleasure in putting a smile back on your face. Way to go Jim!
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    After realizing my 6 month old labradoodle had swallowed my ring as confirmed by an X-ray, I wasn't too worried because I knew I would find it in a couple days.

    Well. I went out of town and my husband and mother didn't find it. Now what? We borrowed a metal detector and went to work. Months later and afterpainting a grid on our yard ( a couple acres worth). Still no ring. Finally the grass started growing and we had to start mowing. That first time I cringed hoping I didn't hear a big noise.

    As summer passed I gave up hope of ever finding it. Then one day my mom saw the ad for ring finders and called me. My best friend also saw it and messaged me. I figured it was worth a try even though I really didn't hold out hope.

    I messaged Jim and a few minutes later he called. I figured when I told him I had a farm and my dog has the run of 2-3 acres he would say forget it! But he instead said how about I come out in the morning.

    So the next morning as planned Jim showed up. After some discussion about what happened and where she liked to do her business, he got to work. After only a couple hours I walked around the house to see what was happening and he handed me my ring!

    I was so stunned I didn't know what to say! I told him he was a miracle worker. I just knew that ring would be found in 50 years when someone developed this land or some such thing! I will highly recommend this service to anyone who is parted from something meaningful to them.

    These guys really know what they are doing and take pleasure in putting a smile back on your face. Way to go Jim!

    Suzanne”

  • Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.
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    Hi, this is Rose. I could not believe that my mother’s ring was found. I never thought I would see that ring again. I believe we are here on this planet to make a difference in each other’s lives. Rick and John bring indescribable happiness to the people they serve. When their time on earth is done, they will know that their lives have been worth living and have meant so much to all the people they have helped so unselfishly. So many people will remember them and bless them for the pure joy they have brought to their lives. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.

  • I highly recommend Dave at TheRingFinders.”
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    “Can’t thank this man enough! If anyone in the Pensacola area finds themselves in a bad situation like I had, you know who to call! He really worked with me last minute to help me get my ring back. I highly recommend Dave at TheRingFinders.”

  • “If you've lost your ring and it means the world to you, do yourself a favor and call Dave right away!
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    “If you've lost your ring and it means the world to you, do yourself a favor and call Dave right away!

    While vacationing in Gulf Shores, I lost my ring in about 4 feet of water and a minefield of shell fragments, sand, seaweed and jellyfish. Although I was certain I knew where it was, hours of searching by sight and feel was a lost cause. Still, the thought of leaving the ring my wife gave me on our wedding day sitting on the bottom of the gulf 1200 miles behind me, knowing it was within reach and I just couldn't see it, was unbearable. Dave had both the tools and the skills to do what I couldn't. All I had to do was show him where I thought I had lost it, and in a matter of moments he found my ring in a spot I had searched numerous times over several hours.

    When you lose something as precious as a wedding ring, you want to do everything possible to find it. Do not settle for losing it forever if you haven't asked Dave for help.”

  • I was in total shock when he called and had found my ring...
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    We stopped at the Cobourg beach on our road trip to stretch our legs and give my one year old daughter a break from the car. While loading the car back up I noticed my engagement ring was no longer on my finger.

    My heart sank and I was devastated. We looked for hours but had no luck. That night we came across theringfinders and the next day I contacted Stephane. He answered right away and was ready to spring into action to look for my ring.

    I had lost almost all hope but he assured me if the ring was there he would find it and would take as long as he needed to search the area. I was in total shock when he called and had found my ring in the sand at the beach. I couldn’t believe it! I really thought it would be impossible to find. Stephane even went out of his way to meet us close to an exit on the 401 when we were driving home to give us back the ring. We can’t thank Stephane enough!

  • I cannot thank Jim enough. Truly a lifesaver!
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    I can’t even begin to describe the panic and anxiety I was feeling when my ring slipped into the sand and disappeared. He saved our vacation from a sad ending and my nerves from completely being worn out. I was amazed at how quickly he arrived and found it, literally within 30 seconds. I cannot thank Jim enough. Truly a lifesaver!

  • Don’t waste your time, give yourself peace of mind and call him.
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    I lost my wedding band, fishing the bay on my Wife’s birthday. After searching for 6 days with multiple family members’ help, with multiple detectors, I called Jarrod. He went out an hour later that day after speaking with me and found it. We are extremely grateful. Anyone who has lost a wedding band knows the feeling. Don’t waste your time, give yourself peace of mind and call him. The fact he went down that night to start looking was greatly appreciated. Thank you!

    Jonathan

  • Jim, thanks so much for being the hero of our vacation!
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    Jim, thanks so much for being the hero of our vacation! You were quick and efficient with the find, and provided some comic relief in the process. We appreciate you and all that you do so much!

  • Thanks again Stephane!! Clearly ‘never give up’ is your motto.
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    Success story!! Thanks again Stephane!! Clearly ‘never give up’ is your motto. I thought for sure after the first dive we would not see that phone again, but a few days later and FOUND!! SUCCESS!!

    All your help with this is very much appreciated!

  • Jim Parker is Fantastic!
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    Jim Parker is Fantastic! He diligently responded to my inquiry about needing some help to find my lost wedding ring. I gave him the parameters that I had lost it playing sports on a soccer field. It seemed like it was going to be a daunting task as I had already searched for 3 plus hours on my own to find my ring. He agreed to meet before his work and moved things around in his schedule to accommodate me and met me early the next day I contacted him. We spent over and hour with no results. As my hope was starting to wane, he began to search a spot I felt like I had gone over a bunch of times because it was where I had felt that I lost the ring initially. With his great knowledge and understanding he used his metal detector and scanned a spot that he felt might be something.. he lifted up the grass and there was my ring! I was beyond ecstatic! I just thought id never find it again! It means a lot to both my wife and I. It was made in my hometown in Hawaii. If you lose a ring and need some help! ASK Jim! He will help you!

  • I am glad that I contacted right person for this retrive.
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    This was one of the great moment for me. I dropped my phone in the water on Sunday and contact immediately Stephane to help me. He is very friendly and take your lost very serious and try his best as much as he can. I am so happy to find my phone. He just dive in and found my phone in 5 minutes. I am glad that I contacted right person for this retrive.

  • Thank you, Chris, for bringing the rings back into my life, but further for showing me that good people willing to help a stranger do exist.
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    I had gone to the beach to practice yoga, and set my rings on my bunny hug, assuring myself they would be safe while I practiced. Yet, when the time came – I threw my bunny hug on carelessly having a moment of amnesia that my rings were delicately resting on top. I realized my error about 5 minutes into my walk home and turned around immediately. I searched for an hour with no luck and walked home in a haze.

    I couldn’t sleep, I just kept thinking about how there must be something I haven’t thought of yet to fix my mistake. After googling techniques on how to sift through sand, I came across one of Chris’s videos of him finding a ring for a couple at Kitsilano beach.

    I figured I may as well try texting him – he called back immediately. I told him my situation, and he said he was on his way, and it would take him 45 minutes to get there. I was shocked by his professionalism and questioned if I had dreamt the phone call. When I met Chris, he was full of hope and positivity – he assured me that he would find the rings; truly I felt that in this moment he was an angel.

    He searched on the beach for nearly two hours, and I sat nearby trying to visualize the ring. While we were on the beach, I took note of how kind and friendly he was to each passerby inquiring onto the situation and what he was searching for. I never once sensed a lack of hope from him, and I thought to myself that even if he can’t find my ring – I will be assured in knowing that both Chris and I have tried our hardest.

    Then to my surprise, he found the rings and I cried with joy. I told Chris that the ring was a symbol of my commitment to myself to persevere through the hard times, like my previous battle with depression.

    I almost can’t fathom how empathetic, thoughtful, and respectful he was while I told my story. I think that Chris might be an earth angel. I hope one day to be able to share love and hope the way he does with the world.

    Thank you, Chris, for bringing the rings back into my life, but further for showing me that good people willing to help a stranger do exist. I wish you and your wife many blessings in your future.

    Claire

  • We are incredibly grateful for Chris in finding our ring and his strong passion in helping people! Chris is a true gem and I highly recommend him!
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    My wife and I were incredibly happy meeting you yesterday and receiving our ring back.

    To catch the tail-end of summer, my wife and I decided to go on a day trip at a local lake to swim.

    Prior to going into the water, I contemplated whether I should wear my ring or not. I had gone ahead and wore my ring since I didn’t want to leave my ring unattended at the beach tent we had set up.

    I ended up losing my ring well within 20 minutes of our swim then spent the next hour trying to search for it underwater. The water was murky due to other swimmers kicking up dust nearby so it made the search task very difficult.

    What was supposed to have been a day of fun and relaxation turned out to be disappointing and uneasy.

    Several days later, I discovered TheRingFinders (Chris) and he immediately sprung into action by deploying to the lake.

    The lake’s parking lot was closed due to over capacity of beach goers so Chris ended up having to park much further away and hike 2km! With his dedication and professional skills, Chris was able to find our ring and we were absolutely stunned!

    We are incredibly grateful for Chris in finding our ring and his strong passion in helping people! Chris is a true gem and I highly recommend him!

    I have now followed you on YouTube and Facebook and will be watching lots of your videos and content. Your website has been bookmarked as well.

    Thanks again!

    Alan

  • We are forever thankful to Chris. If it can be found, he will find it!
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    A blissful dip in Alouette Lake was saddened when my husband's ring slipped off his finger. We figured it was gone for good, until a curious google search led me to TheRingFinders website. Chris got back to me and made plans to search for it the very next day. With doubts of finding it, and plans for a multi week search, Chris' expertise and experience persevered and he found the ring! We won't be swimming with our rings on anymore, but if we do we know who we're going to call.

    We are forever thankful to Chris. If it can be found, he will find it!

    -Amanda

  • Very blessed to have my ring back on my finger and forever grateful!!!
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    Wow!!! If you ever lost a ring, you know the sentimental value being lost is the most heartbreaking thing. I was on vacation with family in North Myrtle Beach and coming out of the water noticed my wedding ring gone.

    Really thought it was a lost cause and I don’t know what I was expecting when I googled “lost ring in ocean” but when I saw The Ring Finders I became hopeful. Talk about great customer service, they responded to my call in minutes. Jim was out of town so Matt was covering his turf. What a dynamic duo!

    Matt is a true detective, pulling up tide charts and asking for specific details. I could tell this guy knew his stuff and after finding my ring we were amazed by the stories of his other finds. Very blessed to have my ring back on my finger and forever grateful!!! Thanks so much guys!

  • We appreciate your promptness and kindness!
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    Thank you so much Michael!

    You found my pendant quickly and was so interested in its story.

    We appreciate your promptness and kindness!

  • I highly recommend Brandon – he is AWESOME!!
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    While we had not lost hope to find the ring we were losing steam and feeling defeated. We found Brandon, extremely courteous and eager to help. He knew time was of the essence and fit us in same day to literally dig through the trash. It was gross, grimy and smelly, but he was on a mission. We were going to find that ring and boy, he sure did!! There were screams, tears, laughs and tons of high fives – to say that the owners were happy is an extreme understatement. There was obvious disbelief, which made the find that much sweeter. Brandon is AMAZING and has tons of experience and great tools to help. He never showed irritation with digging through yucky trash, was extremely positive, very easy going and super fun. Brandon will always be the one I call for trash digging for my owners and anyone else that asks. I highly recommend Brandon – he is AWESOME!!

  • I would recommend mark night and day to anyone...
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    Mark is an extremely knowledgeable individual that holds a calming demeanor while working hard during a stressful situation. My boyfriend lost his Dads ring and we looked for 75 minutes in the water and thought all hope was lost.

    I contacted Mark through a search on google and I could not be more thankful that my search lead me to him. He was professional, friendly, and calm. It was getting a little dark out so I didn’t think he would find it, but after about 30-45 min he came out (I was expecting bad news) he asked us to describe the ring. After he heard the description he said “well this might be it!” And blew my mind when he pulled Brandon’s fathers ring out. I would recommend mark night and day to anyone. Hope is not lost if you get this amazing man to search!

  • John is phenomenal!
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    After returning home to Delaware from a day in Ocean City, I realized I had lost my wedding band, engagement ring, and an accent ring. I searched the internet and found an article that mentioned John. I reached out to him via text and he immediately called me. We discussed the details of the situation and concluded the conversation around 11pm. 4:15 am, I received a text message with a picture of my rings. Not only did he find my jewelry, but I didn't even have to go back to Jersey to retrieve them. He met me in Delaware.

    John is phenomenal!

  • We are so appreciative of John’s amazing accuracy of his expertise!
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    We are so appreciative of John’s amazing accuracy of his expertise! Words cannot express how relieved and elated we were at his finding Lydia’s precious rings.

  • You showed up in the beach yesterday like an angel to me...
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    Thank you Bill.

    You showed up in the beach yesterday like an angel to me. I feel so grateful.

    All the best and god bless to you !!

  • Truly, you saved our day and made our hearts feel complete peace again! We can’t thank Steve
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    Just two short months ago we got married. Life had been busy, and we decided to take a mini vacation to Pine Knoll shores to visit my parents for the holiday weekend. After a beautiful and relaxing afternoon at the beach, we noticed my husband had lost his wedding ring, after taking a swim in the ocean.

    Our hearts felt immediately broken, when we realized the ring was missing at the beach. After hours of searching ourselves, we sadly left the beach and just couldn’t accept the ring was forever lost. My husband contacted Steve later that night.

    Very early the next morning, Crystal Coast Ring Finders came to our rescue. We gathered at the exact beach spot we lost the ring. They had a grid from the information we provided and started searching the sand and then the surrounding ocean.

    As we watched the beautiful sunrise, and the two talented men trying to find our ring, I kept praying. The truth is, I was up most of night before praying they would find the wedding ring. We both couldn’t sleep, anticipating the ring rescue! With God, their very skilled expertise and good hearts, my husband had his ring back in 45 or so minutes.

    Steve found it in the ocean, where it had landed when it fell off. We had so much emotion when he located our wedding band. Our ring has an extended story now, and is even more treasured.

    There were tears and hugs and we will never forget this day. We are so thankful for Crystal Coast Ring Finders! Truly, you saved our day and made our hearts feel complete peace again! We can’t thank Steve and his associate enough.

  • John is amazing, he found my sister-in-law’s lost rings IN the ocean!!!
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    John is amazing, he found my sister-in-law’s lost rings IN the ocean!!!

    The rings, which had sentimental value, fell off her finger while in the ocean, and he came with his metal detectors and found both of them within an hour. We were stunned.

  • Huge thank you to Brian for doing what I thought was impossible and re-uniting me with the ring.
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    I lost my gold wedding band and got in touch with Brian late in the evening to see if he would take the job. He said yes, but there was a huge storm overnight and I was only able to meet him the following morning to give him a search area on land and in the water before I had to leave for home.

    He took in all the info, made judgements about where it was most likely to be and got to work. As we left he was in the ocean working back and forth in his search grid. When I got an email later that day that he found it I was flabbergasted. I couldn’t stop smiling. Huge thank you to Brian for doing what I thought was impossible and re-uniting me with the ring.

  • Joe is our hero. Saved the day, saved the ring, saved our celebration...
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    Joe saved the day. He incredulously found my husband’s wedding band in waist deep water at Kamana Beach buried deep in the sand. The ring that was on Bob’s finger for 50 years and this was our 50th wedding anniversary celebration. People at the beach became aware of the loss and the search. When it was found people cheered and clapped. The ring is back on Bob’s finger and Joe is our hero. Saved the day, saved the ring, saved our celebration. Forever grateful, Chris and Bob

  • It is wonderful to have someone like you at our beaches. Thank you for your service!
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    Mr. Jim Wren, You sir are truly the gem of Sunset Beach!! Monica looks so happy. I have read some of your testimonials and all ended with a happy ending. It is wonderful to have someone like you at our beaches. Thank you for your service!

  • 10/10 highly recommend...
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    To say I’m grateful is a complete understatement. You were beyond friendly and so prompt in responding to the texts as well as getting out and searching. 10/10 highly recommend if you are ever in the same situation I found myself in.

  • We are so grateful for Donald and his willingness to drive from San Juan to Rio Grande to look for my ring. He was a pleasure to work with and we couldn't be more happy...
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    This was our 4th night in Puerto Rico, we had spent the day in El Yunque National Forest. It was around 5:30 in the evening and we wanted to enjoy the ocean a bit before getting supper. My son and I were in waist deep water right in front of our resort. It was very windy and the surf was pretty brutal. That's why we were only waist deep. My son was horsing around trying to pull me under. He grabbed my shoulder and pulled on my arm. His hand slid down my arm and onto my hand pulling my ring off as his hand left my hand.

    My son is a lifeguard and immediately started trying to find the ring. We searched and searched until the sun went down and had no luck. We searched several more times during our stay in Puerto Rico. We had no luck and figured the ring was gone. My son felt terrible.

    When we got back to Wisconsin, my lovely wife had the idea to look on-line to see if there were any ring search websites in Puerto Rico. The thought being we couldn't be the only family that had lost a ring. My wife found the theringfinders.com site and we found Donald's name. I called on a Sunday and Donald found it the very next day. A week later, the ring was back on my finger.

    We are so grateful for Donald and his willingness to drive from San Juan to Rio Grande to look for my ring. He was a pleasure to work with and we couldn't be more happy.

    Thanks again Donald for your help

  • Mike was a hero!
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    Mike was a hero! I lost my wedding ring swimming in Hagg Lake, in a spot where the bottom was very silty. I called him the next morning & he agreed to come out, even though it was over a 100 mile drive. He & his friend Mike set up and started looking. Two hours later he’d found a collection of beer caps, coins, and fishing sinkers. It was getting late & I suggested we call it a day. But Mike said he felt like he was getting close, and wanted to keep looking until sunset, an hour later. With about ten minutes to go, he picked up something he’d found out of his sifter. “What’s that?” I asked. “I think it’s your ring,” he said.

    Later he told me if I’d left at sunset, he would have kept going with a headlamp. But we’re both glad it didn’t come to that!

  • God truly sent Tracy to us and answered all of our prayers!!! We could not be more thankful!! Call Tracy if you need help...
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    If you have lost a ring, CALL TRACY!! I lost my engagement ring in a thick bush at a hotel, we were to be checking out the day after and I did not want to leave without finding the ring. After searching for hours and exhausting every effort, I called Tracy and he had returned my phone call within the hour, and with the understanding that we were to be heading home and not staying another night at the hotel, he made his way to us ASAP!

    Tracy brought his mother, Judy, along with him, and they are a great family duo! Right away I could tell that they were very determined and hopeful to find the ring! Which restored a lot of confidence and faith back into me. Tracy had brought all the right equipment for the bush he would be searching through. And let me tell you, this was not an easy bush to search through AND Tracy even had a cast on his foot! Tracy worked hard and within 15-20min he had found the ring!!! He and Judy celebrated with me and were just as happy as we were!!

    God truly sent Tracy to us and answered all of our prayers!!! We could not be more thankful!! Call Tracy if you need help, he will never give up and stay determined and I can almost guarantee that he won’t let you down!!

    Sydney and Micah

  • It was an unprecedented pleasure to meet someone like Chris who has sincere desire to spread kindness.
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    Literally the first time I've ever used the word "Kismet" was for this situation.

    I don't think a more perfect person could have shown up randomly to solve such a specific problem.

    My partner and I had shown up on the beach that morning with a borrowed metal detector to try and find my engagement ring I had lost while swimming the day before. We had been aimlessly waving the thing around for about an hour before spotting Chris off in the distance (with a monster truck version of a metal detector and additional equipment). I approached him to let him know what we were looking for and to our amazement, finding rings is a specialty.

    He had a process, marked areas, scanned, asked questions, then scanned again. He was genuinely kind, unshakably optimistic, and clearly loved everything about this. Hours later about 20 minutes before the tide would've eaten up that exact area he found it!! The unbelievable odds that Chris showed up added a sense of perfect magic to what could've been a devastating situation.

    It was an unprecedented pleasure to meet someone like Chris who has sincere desire to spread kindness.

    If you've lost something it is an absolute treat to contact The Ring Finders

    - Nemo

  • You were our miracle and we are so grateful to you and your passion for wanting to help people...
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    Dear Brian,

    Thank you so much for finding my husband’s wedding ring. As I said when we spoke on the phone after you found it, I knew you were the one that was going to find it.

    We had both been heartbroken over the loss of this sentimental piece of jewelry all week but were hopeful that somehow, someway it could be found.

    You were our miracle and we are so grateful to you and your passion for wanting to help people find their lost treasures.

  • he's so nice and helpful! thank you so much!
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    I lost my ring and necklace on the beach and he came out in 10 minutes to find it! he's so nice and helpful! thank you so much!

  • Thank you so, so much Rick and Leighton!
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    We called Cape Cod Metal Detectors to possibly rent a metal detector. The woman told us $35/day. We asked if it went underwater and she laughed and said “call Rick.” We asked how much his services would cost and she said free. We were disbelieving and a little shocked. The thought of not trying to find it again after already spending hours looking seemed like giving up, and we didn’t want that! Rick was so pleasant on the phone and clearly loves what he does. He said he was born to do this. I asked about his success rate and he said 85%. I was sold and had to hold back my excitement. Leighton and Rick were at the beach when we arrived. We went out to the spot as best we could remember. We were in knee to thigh-high water. We were instructed to stay put which wasn’t always easy because we still wanted to look. We were very cold as it was overcast and rainy and didn’t have anything more than our swimsuits that we brought on vacation. I took a break when my feet went numb and went to shore for my rain jacket, Soon after I went back out and Leighton worked his way over, I knew from his face when he found it. He was so close to me. It was absolutely amazing and shocking. I couldn’t believe it was really happening. We are eternally grateful to these wonderful men who can apparently find needles in haystacks. They had all the best equipment ($2500 metal detector!) and enthusiasm, even in terrible weather! “We’re going to get wet anyway” Leighton said. I really didn’t think we’d see the ring again. I think we’re still in shock. We’ve told the story, sometimes multiple times, to family members and all were silent for a moment in disbelief. These men make the impossible possible. Complete game-changers. Thank you so, so much Rick and Leighton!

  • We highly recommend Brian if you've lost any jewelry!"
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    "Brian Rudolph truly is our RING HERO! I lost my husband's wedding band while planting a large garden bed at a friend’s house and we truly thought it was lost forever. As a last-ditch effort we found and hired Brian Rudolph and miraculously he found the ring! He couldn't have been nicer, more responsive or more professional. He was methodical and thorough in searching for the ring, explaining everything he was doing along the way. We highly recommend Brian if you've lost any jewelry!"

    Adam and Mikaela

    Severna Park, Maryland

  • don’t waste your time on your hands and knees combing the sand, John and The Ring Finders is the best and most successful solution!
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    John saved our night!! He arrived very quickly after we called, was very professional and got right to work. I was devastated and had lost all hope after forgetting my ring in my beach chair’s side pocket. We had a large group looking for it, plus other helpful beach-goers, with no luck. John arrived and found it in 5 minutes flat!! Don’t waste your time on your hands and knees combing the sand, John and The Ring Finders is the best and most successful solution! Thanks so much!

  • He obviously knows his business. I recommend not to spend the money on a cheap rental detector - they're useless, call the professional out!
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    "Brian was truly great. If it had not been for him today, the rings would not have been found. I am confident that they would have been destroyed by a mower. Brian answered my call promptly and was decent and honest. He obviously knows his business. I recommend not to spend the money on a cheap rental detector - they're useless, call the professional out!"

    Kim and Bill

    Cockeysville, Maryland

  • Found my wedding ring after I'd given up hope! Made it look easy.
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    John picked up on first call and was on the beach with me within 30 minutes. Found my wedding ring after I'd given up hope! Made it look easy.

  • God is soooo merciful and kind, I just am overwhelmed!!!?? Thank you so much!
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    Y'all arent even going to believe this... We searched for hours this morning and found nothing! We ended up calling Dave who is a RingFinder. He came right out with headphones a shovel basket and an underwater metal detector. My husband went out in the water and tried to show him about where he was when he lost it. He was literally in the water one minute , heard a sound, shoveled....and pulled my husbands ring up , very first try! He was just shaking his head and couldn't believe it! He said it was about 5 inches under the sand. Y'all ive been bawling and just so incredibly thankful. God is soooo merciful and kind, I just am overwhelmed!!!?? Thank you so much!

    Kristen

  • Thank you again for your help!
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    Thank you so much for finding my dad’s ring! Our whole family was hugely impressed, and we enjoyed meeting you. Thank you again for your help!

  • Thank you Allen for finding my ring and not giving up. Thank you for your honesty. God bless you always.
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    I’m so grateful to Allen for finding my ring, I lost it one night while swimming in Sanibel Island. It was mid afternoon and I spent hours trying to find it until I gave up, the next morning I found him on google and ringfinders (I didn’t even know that existed) I called him and he came right away, I pointed out the location. He told me he had to wait until tide was low to try, but made me feel so hopeful, it wasn’t until a couple of weeks after that he send me the pictures telling me found my ring! I couldn’t believe it. Thank you Allen for finding my ring and not giving up. Thank you for your honesty. God bless you always.

  • Not all hero’s wear capes, some come with metal detectors ...
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    Not all hero’s wear capes, some come with metal detectors to find your husbands wedding ring! Came to save the day within the hour. Found his ring within 5 minutes. Was well worth the call and turned the weekend back around! Thank you so much!!

  • So thankful!
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    John was recommended to us by a friend-communicated with me until he got there in 45 minutes. Found in 10 minutes. So thankful!

  • We are so very grateful...
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    Adam,

    I hope this letter emphasizes how instrumental you were in finding Andrew’s ring. We are so very grateful.

    Even though our paths crossed during a sad time for us, we are so glad to have met you. Please give my phone number as a reference! We’d be happy to help you in any way we can to pursue your dream.

    We wish you all the best in future quests!

    Gratefully,

    Heather and Andrew Sharo

  • I wanted to say thank you so much...
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    Hi Steve!

    Joe here. You found my wedding band almost two weeks ago now down in Redondo Beach.

    I wanted to say thank you so much. From the day I lost my ring bodyboarding to the time I called you was about a 3-day difference.

    You hopped on it right away that same night, and found it before midnight!! I can’t thank you enough for finding this ring for me. It means the world to me, and I now know never to wear it again in these kinds of activities. I always thought it would never get lost, until it slid right off my finger without me knowing.

    Thank you again Steve!

    Best,

    Joe Elias

  • Warren was fantastic and persistent.
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    Hello, Readers! I am ‘the Lady’ Warren speaks of in the post. Think of something extremely special to you, then think of losing it. It was a terrible feeling, but Warren did not give up! The ring was deeper and further than any of us thought it would be. Warren was fantastic and persistent.

  • We highly recommend the service in the event you need the help, do not hesitate just call...
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    John is very responsive and knowledgeable. It took him less than 20 mins to find my husband's class ring that was lost in the surf in Brigantine NJ. Just when you think it could be lost forever, make the call…John will help! Thank you for turning our day and situation around. We highly recommend the service in the event you need the help, do not hesitate just call. We are the #203 customer with a successful ring recovery, thanks John!

  • I still can’t believe I have the ring back on my finger! And Rene was fantastic...
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    18 years ago, I designed a ring for my future wife and carried it in a backpack all over the Grand Staircase Escalante and Capitol Reef National Monuments while we camped and hiked for almost a week. I had learned that she had a diamond from her grandmother that would be the centerpiece for her wedding ring so I wanted to create something special when I proposed to her.

    We had recently hiked to the top of Greys and Torreys, two 14,000 foot peaks in Colorado. And we had hiked to the base of Diamond Face at Long’s Peak, another 14er. So, I found a custom jeweler in British Columbia who could take my design concept and make it into a ring. A white gold band with yellow gold inlays of Greys and Torreys on one side of a sun with a diamond chip and Diamond Face at Long’s Peak on the other side. After carrying it around in my backpack for a week, I gave this ring to her when I asked her to marry me.

    After she said Yes, I took this design to a local jeweler with her grandmother’s diamond and asked them to create the same concept: White gold with a yellow gold inlay of Greys and Torrey’s on one side, Diamond Face from Long’s Peak on the other, and her grandmother’s diamond taking the place of the sun. This was coupled with a matching wedding band with several small channel diamonds in a gold band.

    On our wedding day, she wore her grandmother’s diamond in this setting as her engagement ring and I put the wedding band on her finger while she put the original engagement ring (slightly resized) on my hand. So, when I put this wedding band in my pocket while helping a friend do some brush clearing at his new house last week, I was dismayed to find out that I had put the ring in a pocket that had a small hole in it.

    After several days of searching the back yard, the front yard, and even inside the house, it was clear that the ring was “hiding” somewhere. I contacted Renee on Ring Finders and showed her where the ring was most likely to be while adding that we might be searching along a path and into the front yard. I walked away to check some areas that I hadn’t searched because I hadn’t thought I had walked there “just in case” when, comically, I heard Renee five seconds later say, “I found it.”

    There it was. Tucked in the grass as we suspected, exactly where I thought it might be.

    I still can’t believe I have the ring back on my finger! And Rene was fantastic showing my kids how metal detectors work!

  • Don’t hesitate to contact Steve...
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    Steve was so amazing at responding to my initial message. He called me back immediately and we set a date and time to meet. He asked us some questions that helped him to pinpoint the exact location. He found the anklet in 5 min. Don’t hesitate to contact Steve even if you think it will be impossible to find your jewelry.

  • Ory, you are a hero, and one of the kindest most humble humans I have ever met. Thank you for who you are and what you do. I am forever grateful.
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    I flew out to Sacramento from NY for a fishing trip with my dad, and on the day of depart I lost my ring in the lake behind my parents house. The weeds were knee high, and I quickly realized that without an underwater metal detector and some serious scuba gear, this task would be impossible. I was torn, do I delay the fishing trip and spend the day (or days) looking for my ring and miss out on time with my dad, or head out for my trip and hope to find it upon my return in the day before my departure. Neither option was great – I was between a rock and a hard place, so I did what I do best, I went to the internet to search for advice. I quickly found theringfinders.com (great SEO!) and after searching my local area, found the Godsend known as Ory. After a brief chat, Ory assured me he would find my ring and urged me to enjoy the fishing trip with my dad and he would work with my mom (the fishing trip was a guy trip) to swing by the house with his gear and search for the ring.

    Noted as one of his most challenging search’s, Ory not only succeeded in find my wedding ring, but did so in only a couple hours! He found the ring about 6 inches under the lake floor, but with expert skill and determination he found it!

    I can still remember the text of success as well as the call with Ory and my mom.

    Ory, you are a hero, and one of the kindest most humble humans I have ever met. Thank you for who you are and what you do. I am forever grateful.”

  • Once again, many Thanks!
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    Many Thanks Richard for coming out and locating the ring. I was totally surprised that you managed to find it still under all that water! But as you said at the time, remembering the exact moment I lost it and recalling details accurately definitely helped in the search. Once again, many Thanks!

  • We had already looked so hard. But I guess it just takes a professional!
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    Thanks so much Chris. Loosing this ring on my wedding night! Wow I was very disappointed to say the least and so was my wife…. Other than that the wedding was perfect but having lost the ring we made our vows too made a bit of a shadow on everything. We had family and friends and my self searching for hours. Even one buddy of mine came over with a metal detector and spent a couple hours of his time helping me to no avail. Hearing about “the ring finders” was my last hope. But honestly I thought it was gone. We had already looked so hard. But I guess it just takes a professional! I was so excited when I got your FaceTime! I only wish I could of been there, but at the end of the day I got my ring back and my new wife Taylor and I can feel fully relaxed starting our new marriage. Thanks so much Chris for your kind personality and professional service!

  • He’s amazing and my husband (and our little grandsons) could not be happier!
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    We were so thrilled that we found a site for lost rings but had no idea how amazing it really was until we found there was a person in the next town from Dennis (Yarmouth). I called the number and Lou answered. He came to the beach we were at within a half hour. The waves were crazy but he kept at it for a couple of hours. He left but assured me he’d keep trying until he found it. He went back in the early early morning with no luck so of course he went back again and he found it! He’s amazing and my husband (and our little grandsons) could not be happier!

  • the experience of finding it after being lost for almost 5 days!!! Priceless
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    I had the right amount of hope and luck to find Donald by searching for metal detectors in San Juan! He was able to swing by in less than 30 mins and found the ring in less than 5mins! This is a gift from my father so even more valuable than the gold itself! But the experience of finding it after being lost for almost 5 days!!! Priceless

  • Highly recommend Stephane!
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    Thank you Stephane! I knew right away when I did a Google search to see who could go in and find my phone in the water and came across you and Ring Finders. You basically texted me back within 39 minutes and then called to see how you could help. I really appreciate that you did what you could to become available to drive up to the area (about an hour and a half from home) to come and recover my phone. You geared up and headed out in the direction I showed you where I lost my phone. Luckily for me it’s so heavy that it didn’t float away, but still made it 10-15 feet from where I believed I dropped it. We searched for an hour and a half before giving up because of the dark weeds. Highly recommend Stephane!

  • Jeff! Our knight in shining metal detector equipment.
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    “Jeff! Our knight in shining metal detector equipment. What started as a perfect beach day ended up taking a scary turn when my ring went missing in the sand. After failed attempts by our group to retrace the steps and try to eye it in the endless sand or even try to get our own metal detector, it seemed hopeless. However, thanks to some quick thinking by my sister-in-law, the internet gods led us to a Jeff! As we patiently waited for his arrival (he was so kind and dropped everything he was doing to come to Santa Monica immediately), we read more and more of his testimonials and we’re in awe of people’s stories. It helped keep us hopeful. When Jeff arrived he said “it often takes me longer to put on my equipment than it does to find the jewelry” and that was no exaggeration. Within a minute, I turned my back and heard the ding and saw him scoop my ring deep within the sand. My fiancé and I are so thankful to Jeff!!! He was kind, patient and giving. I don’t know what would have happened if we didn’t get it back. While I hope I never have to call Jeff again for any sand mishaps, I know he’d be my first call if something terrible were to happen. I highly recommend him if you’re in a terrible situation like we were, to give Jeff a call asap!! He’s your guy. Thank you Jeff!! I can never say it enough. “

  • Thank you Jim! You are a hero!!
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    Jim is incredible. I am still so amazed at how fast everything happened. After a very hard long day of my trying to find my ring, I spent literally all day looking for it, I got a really bad sunburn and my back hurts so much. I even borrowed a metal detector from the store and I had people helping me to look and we just couldn't find it. I was defeated. My last idea was to Google "what to do when you lose your wedding ring" and there was this website "Theringfinders.com", I didn't have much hope to be honest but I had to give it a try. It was too good to be true. Less than an hour later I had my wedding ring with me thanks to Jim! I think what he does is amazing. He is not only very skilled and has the coolest equipment, he helps people like me, who made a big bad decision to find my wedding ring which has so much emotional value. Thank you Jim! You are a hero!! It was so great to meet you.

  • Not all hero's wears capes. Dave is my superman for this. I still can't believe that he found my wife's wedding ring.
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    Kaylee (wife)

    DAVE IS A HERO! This was my ring he was able to find after the ocean tried to steal it. I am still in shock and awe at the small miracle he performed on the beach. There are no words for what a wonderful person he truly is. Not many people are willing to use their talents for such a good thing but I’m so grateful he does. We are a few months away from having our first baby and having the ring my husband gave me on my hand, where it belongs, brings me indescribable happiness. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You are a blessing to all of those you help.

    Felix (husband)

    Not all hero's wears capes. Dave is my superman for this. I still can't believe that he found my wife's wedding ring. I was thinking that the ocean had won and took away something truly special for my wife and I. I lost hope and felt so sad for my pregnant wife. Dave turned this story into pure joy!!! I legit did run full spirit to hug this man. You only hear these kind of stories in movies and he turned it into reality. I recommend him to anybody who needs help finding missing jewelry. 11/10 stars from this family. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We will never forget this.

  • I was so grateful and I definitely would recommend his services!!! I’ve been smiling all night.
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    The last thing I needed was more bad news, it seems like our family had been hit with a string of bad luck for the past month.

    On Monday 8/1 while bathing my pups in my backyard I lost my wedding ring. I was devastated!! I searched for 3 days and even bought a metal detector! On day 3 after searching and failing, I decided to seek professional help.

    I am so glad I came across The RingFinders! Mr. Archer was very pleasant to work with, responded to my text for help in a timely manner, and came right out the same day. Within 15 mins he found my ring!!!

    I'm telling you I had put in at least 10 hours of searching on my own. I was so grateful and I definitely would recommend his services!!! I’ve been smiling all night.

  • I give 5 stars! He loves what he does and it shows.
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    "Give Him a ring, he'll find yours! Jim Wren was a delight. He loves the service he provides and it shows. He has a confidence about him that immediately removes your angst when you meet him. He has a smile that lights up the world topped only by his ability. I was impressed by his meticulous grid work and in two hours stopped only once for water. I can tell you unequivocally Jim Wren is your BEST choice when hoping to once again hold your precious lost item in you hand. He and the service he provides, I give 5 stars! He loves what he does and it shows. Thank you from the bottom of your tear filled ocean and my heart."

  • I would never in a million years be able to have my ring with me right now if it wasn’t for Jeff.
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    I was at Crystal cove Saturday and I lost a ring that is very valuable, it has a diamond and sapphires and anyone that found it would make a lot of money. It is invaluable to me because it is a ring from my grandmothers diamond that my mother designed and wore all through my childhood. It has my favorite color (blue), and my Mom is my favorite person so I’ve always loved it. Two years ago my Mother gifted this ring to me at Christmas.

    So when I noticed that my ring was missing at 8 o’clock at night I was distraught. You don’t have a lot of options in those scenarios. You can search, and hope for the best from strangers that find it, you can call the police but the best you can hope for from them is a claim for insurance if you have it. I posted on Reddit because I knew that there were some people with metal detectors in the group and I wanted to say that if anyone found it to please let me know. I was then directed to Jeff.

    I text Jeff at 10 pm Saturday night. I didn’t expect to hear back because it was so late, but I had to do something.

    At 3:45 I got a text from Jeff saying that he was available and would head my way from a pretty far distance.

    He followed up an hour later, but I was still asleep and had not responded.

    At 5 am I woke up and we coordinated to meet at the beach.

    He was incredible, so kind and helpful and committed to helping me find my ring. He told me that we might not find it today but not to give up. And he walked me through exactly where I was and what I was doing. When we ended at a bench I sat on we found the ring buried in the dirt. I was so happy I cried a bit and asked Jeff if he was an angel.

    I would never in a million years be able to have my ring with me right now if it wasn’t for Jeff. He is seriously a life saver and I am so thankful that I got his number.

  • I highly recommend Mark to help you if you lost something….
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    We are so incredibly thankful that we found Mark Rubey to help us find an extremely important sentimental piece of jewelry that could never be replaced. When I spoke with Mark by phone, he was compassionate and sympathetic about what happened and was eager to help us. I never imagined that he would drop what he was doing at 8:30 at night and help us find a ring in the pitch black darkness without hesitation. In literally less than 5 minutes, my heart-break turned into heart being full! My son was over the moon and I was so happy and grateful I didn’t give Mark a chance to say it’s okay if I hugged him….I just did! (3 times:) He does his job very well and is a truly kind man. I highly recommend Mark to help you if you lost something….he has now been added to our personal address book under ring finder! Thank you again Mark, we are forever grateful ????!

  • I was impressed with your attention to detail and methodical searching...
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    Dear Brian,

    Wow! I’m so grateful you found it. I felt such a fool for losing my wedding ring in the sea. Jo and I were realistic that the chance of you discovering it was slim, especially considering the size of the search area in 5ft deep water.

    You were so kind to come quickly and meet me at the beach and I was impressed with your attention to detail and methodical searching. I was thrilled when you called the next day to tell me you had rescued my ring from the depths of Cape Cod waters.

    I’m so grateful to you and Ringfinders. Your perseverance and genius with a metal detector has inspired us to buy one for our family.

    Thank you again!

  • John is the real deal! Came out on a Friday night and worked his magic...
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    I knew who to call when my friend lost her ring on the beach in OCNJ because of others' posts on Facebook. John is the real deal! Came out on a Friday night and worked his magic. Prompt, nice and reasonable! Hope my story gives you hope too if you've lost your ring or other valuables.

  • Thank you again from all of us! You will be one our heroes always.
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    Thomas, thank you for your kindness and persistence in finding my grand-daughter-in-law’s wedding ring! Our whole family is happy about this, and we are so thankful that their vacation has a memorable best ending. By all accounts, your search took a long time, and I am sure seemed hopeless at times. Thank you again from all of us! You will be one our heroes always.

  • I am so thankful to Steve for the selfless service that he provides to make people happy!
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    Jewlery is about many things, not just about a monetary value of it. Most often, it signifies important moments in our lives, and treasured memories, that mean to us more than just a price tag.

    I am so thankful to Steve for the selfless service that he provides to make people happy! He found my ring, that meant a lot to me, and interestingly enough, now memory of his help is a part of this ring story as well…

    Thank you so much for rescuing my little treasure, and all the best to you!

    Igor A. Len

  • you also restored my faith that good people still exist in this world...
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    Where to even begin. I am still in shock and amazement that my rings were found! It felt like such a hopeless search, not even knowing for sure where I lost them, so to have them back on my hand is just unreal. Six days of ups and downs, searches and sadness, and it all ended with a smile so big my face hurts. I am SO GLAD I CALLED YOU. It felt like a long shot at the time, but I had nothing else to lose, and knew I needed to try everything before giving up. When I talked to you on the phone, previous to meeting for the search, I knew I had picked the right guy to help me out. Truly, you are a special soul. I just keep telling everyone what a kind human you are. Not only did you bring my rings back to me, (in a matter of minutes!), but you also restored my faith that good people still exist in this world. Your kindness and integrity shine through in your personality, and in your business. I am forever grateful to you. Not only for the recovery of my wedding rings, but also just for reminding me of the good people out there; the helpers. I am so happy to have them back! A midsummer miracle. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

    ~ Lindsay

  • Thank you John!!
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    I lost my wedding rings on beach in Ocean City and John was able to find it for me. So professional. I am sharing his contact information with everyone I know in case they ever lose jewelry on the beach. Thank you John!!

  • I highly recommend him to anyone!! He was also the nicest guy!
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    I can’t explain how thankful I am for you finding my ring. He did an amazing job and the fact that he wasn’t giving up on us and came back for a second round to look for it! I highly recommend him to anyone!! He was also the nicest guy!

  • Our family will never forget you. You made our summer!
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    Thank you very much for finding and returning our ring Brian. When the ring was lost back in 2018 my wife and I thought it was gone forever. We searched the beach for days with no luck. When Laura saw your Facebook post, 4 years later, she was speechless. It seemed too good to be true but within an hour the ring was back on my finger.

    Our family will never forget you. You made our summer!

  • Dave is the guy to go to if you lose a ring in the Gulf Shores/ Pensacola area. Super nice guy that loves what he does.
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    When I lost my wedding ring that Friday afternoon it honestly ruined my whole day. All I could think about was the ring and how I would probably never see it again.

    My wife was honestly less upset about it than I was. After doing a quick google search for “ring finders” I ran across Dave’s profile. After talking on the phone with him he gave me more confidence that there was a chance I could get the ring back.

    The next morning when Dave got to our condo he was confident that he would have no problems finding my ring, and boy was he right. No exaggeration, it took him 5 minutes to run across it in the gulf.

    It took him longer to unload and get his gear down to the beach than it did to actually find the ring. I was shocked at how easily he had found it. Needless to say, Dave is the guy to go to if you lose a ring in the Gulf Shores/ Pensacola area. Super nice guy that loves what he does. Thanks again Dave for saving my vacation!

  • I will be recommending you to everyone in the area!
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    Thank you so much, Alan! I am so glad you scanned the area again, and took measures to ensure my ring was not only found, but mailed to me safely and quickly. You displayed great, communication, care, and responsibility. I will be recommending you to everyone in the area!

  • HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Thank you and I pray God blesses you! : )
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    My daughter lost her ring and we were so thankful that John was able to find it very quickly! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Thank you and I pray God blesses you! : )

  • We are so grateful to Tim and Jennifer. They were so kind, helpful, and determined to do all they could in finding the ring
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    A huge thank you to Tim and his wife, Jennifer, for finding my husband’s wedding ring that had slipped off while at the local Rib Festival. We had a ton of people helping search the grounds, put posts on social media, and had a report with police as well as the festival lost/found, but no ring was found. My husband feared it may have fallen into a paper towel while washing his hands and ended in the trash, or someone found it and kept it since there were hundreds of people at the fest. He was pretty certain he was never going to see it again.

    The ring was lost on Saturday, and come Sunday night we still had no luck finding it. My Dad found TheRingFinders.com, and suggested I call. Monday morning, I secured permission to have a metal detector search of the area, and then I contacted Tim. My husband and I were hopeful, but knew the likelihood of the ring being found was very small. We were completely shocked and overjoyed when Tim texted me a photo of my husband’s FOUND ring!! It had been pushed into the ground and there was no way we would have seen it.

    We are so grateful to Tim and Jennifer. They were so kind, helpful, and determined to do all they could in finding the ring. My husband and I had previously searched the grounds for hours and Tim and Jennifer were able to find the ring in minutes! I am so grateful I made the call.

  • Thank you, Ring Finder, for reuniting my in-laws again.
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    My mother-in-law passed away right after their 45th anniversary. Since than my father-in-law wore her wedding ring and cross on a necklace around his neck. Thinking he was keeping it safe he put it in his beach bag while we were down the shore this week.

    When he reached for a towel from the bag he must’ve inadvertently knocked the necklace out. We didn’t discover this until we had gotten home. Needless to say he was devastated. I remembered seeing a post a month ago about the Ring Finders and quickly looked John up.

    Within 2 hours he was here searching for the ring. Less than an hour later my father-in-law was reunited with his most cherished possession. Thank you, Ring Finder, for reuniting my in-laws again.

  • I appreciate John’s passion for detecting AND his kindness AND willingness to simply help someone who needed it!
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    ?John found my ring right away! I went down to the beach for a walk while my husband was shelling. I took my ring off and put it in my pocket while I put lotion on my face, and promptly forgot to put them back on my hand. I was quite upset when I realized it!

    I contacted John and he came out a week later and found it! I was able to show him some landmarks and he found it within moments of searching. I couldn’t believe it-I was sure it was lost forever! I appreciate John’s passion for detecting AND his kindness AND willingness to simply help someone who needed it! Thank

  • Couldn’t recommend him enough as he was super easy to work with and an absolute lifesaver!
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    We got to the beach at 5:20am to get set up for the Blue Angels show. After a LONG day at the beach we went to unpack all of our beach gear and realized Hunter’s ring wasn’t anywhere to be found.

    Panicked we went back later that afternoon to see if it might have been on the surface. However, with all the beach traffic and a storm coming in it was nowhere to be seen. I contacted Dave as he was recommended through Facebook hoping for a miracle.

    Well he was just that. Without him Hunter’s ring would have been gone forever. We just got married in May of this year. Couldn’t recommend him enough as he was super easy to work with and an absolute lifesaver!

  • Adam was absolutely outstanding!
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    What started off as a fun 4th of July at Little Talbot Island Beach, quickly turned into panic when I realized my wedding ring and band came off of my finger in the water. Immediately we began to search the beach with no luck. I felt hopeless and I thought my last resort was informing the park rangers of the lost item and pray someone would stumble across it and return it. I left the beach knowing likely I would never see it again.

    Shortly after returning home, my husband’s aunt sent me some information on steps to follow when you have lost a ring. She also came across the ringfinder.com site and sent it to me in case it could be helpful.

    I checked it out and searched our local area and came across Adam Greenburg. Not only did his solid experience and testimonies from other clients stand out to me but his personal values did as well. I felt confident if I had any shot at all of seeing my ring again it would be with some one like Adam.

    I contacted Adam on 4th of July, a couple hours after I left the beach. Even on a holiday he was kind enough to take my call, review details related to time the ring was lost, location, and even satellite imaging to get an approximate location. He checked tides and determined the best tide and time would be the following morning to start the search.

    Adam arrived to Talbot before opening and began his search immediately. He kept me up to date the entire search and ended up spending over 4 hours covering over three miles searching tirelessly for my rings. He informed me that he didn’t come across them but would continue his search and that I shouldn’t give up hope and that tides would be working in our favor the next couple days. I thanked him for his time and efforts and had peace knowing we gave it our best shot.

    On Thursday morning, 7/8 - to my surprise I received a picture from Adam of my ring and he said never lost faith! I immediately got tears in my eyes, I couldn’t believe it, he found not only my wedding ring but my band!!!

    All I can say from first contact to the ring being found, Adam was absolutely outstanding! This was not just luck that the rings were found, this was a direct result of Adam’s quick response and search efforts, his knowledge of his craft, knowledge of tides/ weather conditions, and his determination. Adam truly cared and understood how sentimental these rings were to me. As said from Adam “never lost faith”!

  • My Fiancé got Chris‘s number from a lifeguar who says he's a professional, turned out he is...
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    I take the ring off while I was applying sunscreen and then I leave it behind.

    We checked everywhere on the beach but failed. My Fiancé got Chris‘s number from a lifeguard who says he's a professional turned out he is...It takes only 10 minutes for him to find my ring! It’s such a miracle! In Chinese culture?lost engagement ring is a bad sign for marriage, so we would like to express our deepest gratitude?thank you Chris What an amazing day!

  • Thank you so much. You are a hero.”
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    “This is Ron’s wife, Melanie. I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are sure a special person and an Angel. Thank you so much. You are a hero.”

  • I was amazed, and I honestly can speak highly enough of both Steve and his work. He’s a true gentleman and very skilled.
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    I was out celebrating the Independence day weekend with my new wife of two months and friends on the beach. A beautiful day was had enjoying the wonderful weather. Only once sat at home and about to start a film did I realise my wedding band had come off my fingers. A small breakdown and copious amounts of anxiety ensued and the following morning, frantic messages to social media were posted. A kindly neighbour posted about Steve the ring finders and I called him up. Despite it being July the 4th he kindly agreed to meet that evening due to time being of the essence.

    We met at 10 pm once all the fireworks had died down, and Steve got to work. He was meticulous and methodical and to my utter amazement, he found my band. Need to mention again this was all in the PITCH DARK. I was amazed, and I honestly can speak highly enough of both Steve and his work. He’s a true gentleman and very skilled. I sit here typing this testimonial with not only my ring on my finger, but a smile on my face. Steve, you legend.

    Nick

  • Very friendly and quick to respond. In 20 minutes, he found it. He’s amazing!
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    “While playing w my 4 yo daughter at Hallandale Beach, I noticed I lost my wedding band in The water. I returned later that Monday night as the tide was low to see if I could locate it. Nothing.

    By Wednesday, I was losing hope and was praying someone found it and posted it online. That’s how I found The Ring Finders. I contacted Craig and he made time in his schedule to look Friday.

    Very friendly and quick to respond.

    In 20 minutes, he found it. He’s amazing!

    Just incredible.

    Thank you again so much Craig!”

  • I would highly recommend him to anyone that finds themselves in dire straits, on your hands and knees, desperately searching for your lost jewelry.”
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    “It was the Fourth of July, and as I sat back in beach chair I came to the realization that my 1 month old wedding ring was gone. I spent the next hour searching the sand in the immediate area to no avail. A google search for metal detecting services led me to Steve, who would turn out to be my savior.

    A quick text and Steve was on his way to keep me out of the doghouse. Steve was polite, prompt, and found my ring in less than five minutes (realistically probably less than two minutes). I was ecstatic. I could not have asked for a better solution. Steve and I ruminated on lost jewelry and surfing, and then went our separate ways. I would highly recommend him to anyone that finds themselves in dire straits, on your hands and knees, desperately searching for your lost jewelry.”

    Best,

    Brock

  • Chuck saved the day and I am incredibly grateful to him...
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    My family and I drove to Higgins Lake (Michigan) for a beach day. While playing catch with a football in South Higgins Lake, I lost my engagement ring. The beach area is large but the water depth is around 3ft. We tried to look for the ring but failed. Once we got back to our cabin, I created a post on Facebook about the lost ring. I stumbled upon Ring Finders and as luck would have it, I found Chuck Raison's contact information. I texted him a little before 6pm on July 3rd and he responded immediately. He drove two hours to meet me at South Higgins Lake! When Chuck arrived, we walked out to the area where I thought I lost it. In about 20 minutes, Chuck had found my ring! It was a miracle! I thought all hope was lost but Chuck saved the day and I am incredibly grateful to him for his help and willingness to try.

    Eva Y.

  • If you are ever in need of his service, Do not hesitate. I cannot recommend him enough. Make the call! It will be worth it.
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    To say I am grateful for the side-job this man does is an understatement. I was literally 14 days away from getting married and at the beach celebrating with my friends.

    We had a great day by the water and decided to go wash the sand off from the day. Against my better judgement l, I walked into the ocean with my ring on. I knew better, but we all make mistakes. I walked into the ocean with my fiancé's grandmothers diamond on that she brought from Germany with her when her family immigrated to the US... Even though we have ring insurance, the diamond on this ring is irreplaceable.

    Long story short, I lost my ring in the ocean. Thankfully, I was only a few feet deep. I was devastated to call my fiance and tell him. While I was biting the bullet, my friend had the bright idea to search social media to find help and she was referred to Dave's page. And thank the good Lord she was. I called him the next day and bless his soul he came out to our condo at 7AM on July 4th!! Who does that?!?!

    A great man is who! I told him about where I thought I lost it and after a short joke or 2 at my expense he got to work. I lost my ring almost 48 hrs ago and he found it in less than 1 hour! 1 hour!! I was truly blessed to have been put in contact with him! Not only does he provide an amazing service, he is a genuinely grateful guy.

    I am from Mississippi and was raised on "stranger danger". I never once got that vibe. In fact, in the hour I met him, I thanked him for being a decent human and thanked his wife for allowing him to come to spend part of their holiday making my wedding day a HUGE success.

    If you are ever in need of his service, Do not hesitate. I cannot recommend him enough. Make the call! It will be worth it.

    Dave, You are the reason I will have a nice wedding. When I told my fiance about your service he said "let's do it so you have peace of mind you did everything possible to find it." His words were "you will love me on our wedding day but you won't fully enjoy it without the ring". He knew.

    He supported it but wasn't optimistic and when I called him to tell him you found it, he laughed with excitement. He was overjoyed for so many reasons. That I would enjoy our wedding day, that I didn't lose a family heirloom and most importantly you found his/my ring in an ocean!!

  • Thank you again for finding the ring! We are all in awe of your dedication and talent!
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    Hi John. It's Teri. Thank you again for finding the ring! We are all in awe of your dedication and talent! Here is the back story to help you... My son, Patch, was digging in the sand and decided to take off his grandfather's WWII ring. He put it in the cup holder of a beach chair for safe keeping. Unknowingly his cousin, Cameron, packed up the chair and went to the water to clean up beach toys with the chair on her back. When we realized the ring had fallen out before leaving the beach, my whole family did a mad search in the sand. We figured if it was in the water, it was lost forever. I resigned myself to the prospect that the ring was lost at sea where my father's ashes were spread. My dad was a Merchant Marine and always had a love of the sea, so it seemed a fitting place, although it was a tough loss especially for my son. That evening I thought I might put it out there on Facebook. It was a Longshot, but thought it couldn't hurt. Almost immediately people were commenting about John, the ring finder...

  • He is an Angel and I am so happy I got to thank him in person.
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    He found my Wedding Ring AND band on the Beach! Steve was absolutely amazing!! My husband came across his page on "The Knot" and I am so happy I did! I went to the beach late at night and in the morning my ring came off my hand it was gone. I was devastated especially because we just got married a month ago.. I texted steve and he got back to me within minutes. I described where I was on the beach and within 30 minutes he took a selfie on the beach of where I was and he got to work. He kept me updated and I am so happy he did. Then he found my rings! It was an absolute miracle and I am forever debted to this man. The amazing part is he even came to my home and dropped it off in Torrance which he did not need to do. He is an Angel and I am so happy I got to thank him in person. I hope this does not happen to you but if it does, Steve is the man to call!

    Thank you again! You are the best!!

  • I'm really beside myself with the level of dedication he has to helping people...
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    "I was out in the yard playing with my dog - somehow my wedding band flew off of my finger and disappeared into the grass. I felt it immediately and marked the area where I was standing in and began searching. An hour later I had bought a metal detector and spent the next two hours searching in and around the area in question. I ended up finding THE RING FINDERS and specifically Brian and left him a voicemail and a text message. He called back within an hour, let me know he was on another search, and if I was okay with it he'd be over the same night. He showed up at 10:30pm, set up his gear within 10 minutes and found the ring within 2 minutes, making my absolute day! I had spent the last 2 hours outside with a black light and a flash light scanning everything. I'm really beside myself with the level of dedication he has to helping people overcome potentially losing something so impactful. He ended our initial conversation with "I will find you're ring, and you'll be wearing it tonight" and said it with such confidence that I actually hoped to believe him. Hope wasn't necessary. Brian - good for you on being dedicated to your craft. I will refer you to anyone who needs you."

    Thad and Jess

    Sykesville, Maryland

  • It was such a relief and we can't thank Jonathan enough!
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    I couldn't believe that after 44 years I had actually lost my wedding ring. I thought I lost it either somewhere outside my office or at the gas station. My wife and I searched everywhere with no success. I felt just terrible about it.

    As soon-to-be newlyweds with very little money in 1978, the ring was not particularly expensive, but the sentimental value was immeasurable.

    I asked Jonathan Hamill for his help. He brought his equipment and within a few minutes he had found my ring in the grass outside my office! We couldn't believe it. I know we looked in that area before, but the ring just blended right in and we had overlooked it.

    We were absolutely thrilled when Jonathan walked into the office holding my ring! There were a lot of hugs and some happy tears from everyone in the office, especially my wife!

    It was such a relief and we can't thank Jonathan enough!

    Paul J. Ovares, DC

  • Cannot recommend John more. If you ever lose anything on the beach or even in shallow water give him a call
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    John met my wife within an hour of calling him and he found her rings that we thought were lost in the sand forever. Cannot recommend John more. If you ever lose anything on the beach or even in shallow water give him a call.

  • I could do nothing but shout, dance and thank God for you Brian! You are truly the best!"
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    "I have to first give praise to God for the blessing of meeting Brian. I was praying for the recovery of my Range Rover key when I decided to google this random number I came across which was Brian who specializes in the recovery of lost items. Brian was so nice and pleasant and he had told me to look at his reviews. Once I did check out his testimonials online, I had full confidence in him on the recovery of my key that was missing for nearly 4 weeks. Just when I was about to throw in the towel and spend $600 on a replacement fob, Brian came back in with the key after spending so much time searching on the outside and inside of the house! But to God be the glory, just when all hope failed, Brian had the key in his hand! I could do nothing but shout, dance and thank God for you Brian! You are truly the best!"

    Pamela and Moe

    Pikesville, Maryland

  • Strongly recommend Chris for any jewelry you may have lost...
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    Found Chris online when I lost my wedding ring on a beach. Chris picked up immediately and showed instant investment in getting my ring back.

    Sure enough, Chris did find my ring the next day which was surprising. Strongly recommend Chris for any jewelry you may have lost in the lower mainland. The man knew his stuff and was very kind and professional. Thank you.

  • I can’t overstate Luke’s efficiency and professionalism – he found the ring...
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    Luke is better than advertised. He graciously offered to come over on his day off and was over 90 minutes after we reached out, despite being an hour drive away.

    I can’t overstate Luke’s efficiency and professionalism – he found the ring in an area I thought I had previously scoured. Luke should be the first call for any lost metal item.

  • He is the best and highly recommend him...
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    John was able to find my ring that I thought was gone forever! He is the best and highly recommend him. I couldn’t thank him enough!

  • So glad Regina got that precious sentimental ring back...
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    To think we were there to see the entire range of emotions. So glad Regina got that precious sentimental ring back and those tears were now tears of joy. John you made that happen!

  • I can't thank you enough, Steve!
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    Steve and his sidekick, Justin, are amazingly wonderful! I lost my mother's diamond wedding ring in the surf on Topsail while fishing.

    My boyfriend posted on a local metal detecting page, asking for help. They IMMEDIATELY sprung into action! Literally, within 10 minutes of arriving at the beach, Steve located it! I had been absolutely devastated at the thought of losing that ring!

    My father gave it to me after my mom's passing. She'd worn it for the 54 years they were married and I'd always loved it. Thanks to Steve, it's back on my finger! (But I'll never wear it to the beach again!) I can't thank you enough, Steve!

  • BLESS YOU and the work you do, Steve Smith...
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    My daughter lost her wedding rings at Huntington Beach Monday night. We dug for over 4 hours with no luck. We ended up going home long after the sun had gone down, defeated, sore from digging and crying. As I was about to sleep, I Googled “what to do when you lose your ring at the beach” and I came across the RingFinders website. At first I was going to dismiss the option because the initial testimonials were from North Carolina/east coast area, but I did eventually see there were services in Southern California. I decided to call in the morning (now I know to call ASAP, meaning *immediately* even if it’s 11 p.m.). I texted Mr. Smith the next (mid) morning and after some who/what/when/where questions and info, he was on the hunt for the rings. I honestly was not optimistic because there were 4 of us looking for over 4 hours, digging digging digging with zero luck, but I just had to try because the rings have such deep sentimental value. The rings were my engagement/wedding rings from my husband who passed away in 2016, and I had just recently resized them for my daughter. My daughter and son-in-law (who is a Marine) decided to have a quick civil ceremony due to his military schedule not being amenable to planning the wedding they want anytime in the near future. I offered them my wedding rings for the civil ceremony since my daughter would inherit them eventually anyway. They had just gotten married the Friday before. 11 minutes. Upon arriving at the lifeguard station where the rings were last seen, Mr. Smith found the rings in 11 minutes. I can’t begin to put into words all the motions that engulfed me as soon as I saw the text: “I found your rings” with the subsequent pictures of the actual rings in the sand. BLESS YOU and the work you do, Steve Smith. Not many people know about this site, but they will now! I’m telling anyone and everyone this story and about this service!

  • God is great and he works in mysterious ways!! Thank you so much Jim! God bless you.
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    im, I can’t thank you enough for finding my wedding ring! I watched it slide off of my finger and drop into the ocean and immediately dove down but had no luck.

    Pretty quickly we had 11 people from my family combing the ocean and beach but we couldn’t find it. Kim called and you came over within an hour. My sons were amazed at your approach.

    After you left I thought about my mom’s prayers. She said Lord if it’s your will, wouldn’t it glorify you if we had a miracle. She was half joking when she said Lord wouldn’t it be great if a bird delivered the ring to us.

    I’m still mind blown thinking about you saying I’m Jim. My last name is Wren like the bird…. That is the honest truth!! God is great and he works in mysterious ways!! Thank you so much Jim! God bless you. Jeff

  • I highly recommend Brendon, and the others who helped me find him…The Ring Finders site
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    Brendan’s willingness and promptness to drive more than an hour to the site, through traffic (valley folks heading to the beach for cooler temps in addition to afternoon traffic) his detective skills and tools, and most importantly his kindness and generosity of time and effort with no guarantees of success. The ring was lost the afternoon before. Thankfully we were able to bless him for his efforts, skills, time and gas. I enjoyed our visit as we waited for Hilary and Fernandes to arrive after their works, to thank him in person . I highly recommend Brendon, and the others who helped me find him…The Ring Finders site, Marshall, and Jes.

  • Thanks so much, highly recommended.
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    Super lucky to have had such a quick response from you! So friendly and helpful, I was grateful to have my phone and wallet found after less than 30 min on an entire beach!! Thanks so much, highly recommended.

  • I am very happy and extremely grateful to Denis, he is a true professional!
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    Had a vacation in the Dominican Republic. On the third day on the beach a wave hit my back and I lost a ring that my father gave me. We asked for assistance from Denis on this website. They answered me, and after 3 hours I was already at the beach. The waves were big, which made the ring pretty hard to find. Denis searched for 40 minutes, and eventually showed me my ring in his hands. I am very happy and extremely grateful to Denis, he is a true professional!

  • I want to share my thanks & gratitude to Scott Robbins for doing the amazing & impossible by finding my engagement ring and diamond earrings
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    I want to share my thanks & gratitude to Scott Robbins for doing the amazing & impossible by finding my engagement ring and diamond earrings that fell out of my purse in no less than a 4 mile square area! The ring had been in the family for over 100 years and was so precious to us!!

    How lucky we were to find him through your wonderful website and now I'm happy to report that we have the ring and couldn't be happier. It was nothing short of a miracle!!

    Thank you! Thank you!!

    Monica Haines

  • He was very professional, trustworthy, and personable. I knew he had the skill set to find my ring!
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    Dave was such a lifesaver! I was very distraught after losing my wedding ring. After finding Dave’s website I felt so much peace knowing he could get the job done. He was very professional, trustworthy, and personable. I knew he had the skill set to find my ring! We loved getting to know Dave and hear all of his stories. I would highly recommend Dave if you run into a similar situation! If you lost something, he’ll be able to find it! Thanks Dave for all your help!

  • I highly recommend Jim to everyone who looses jewelry at the beach.
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    I will forever be grateful for Jim! After realizing I lost my engagement and wedding band, my husband took action and googled ring finders. Luckily for us, we came across Jim Wren. As soon as we called him, he immediately drop what he was doing to come to the rescue. I really appreciate this, especially during a stressful situation. Jim asked us a few questions and gave us and ETA. He arrived early, was helpful, and very friendly. After just 2 minutes of searching, he gave me a look, and began scooping the sand. Sure enough he found my engagement ring then shortly after my wedding band! I had faith that Jim would find both my rings and he did! I will forever be grateful for him! I highly recommend Jim to everyone who looses jewelry at the beach.

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart for returning that to me.
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    To Stephane and Eric,

    Thank you very much for finding my ring. It holds much sentimental value to me. As my son is so young, and as I have no intention of missing his formative years I am currently unable to travel as extensively as I would like. This ring, a souvenir brought back from Cappadocia by my younger brother, represents my ability to travel vicariously.

    Thank you from the bottom of my heart for returning that to me.

    Most sincerely,

    Rainer A. Roberts

  • Ed came through in a big, big way! Cannot recommend him enough.
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    "My husband lost his wedding band in the ocean (Nags Head, NC) where the waves break earlier this week. 24 hours later, I was referred to Ed Duffy. I thought it was a long shot, especially being the next day but decided it was worth a try. Ed came right out on the beach within 30 minutes of me calling him. It wasn’t 30 minutes after he had arrived on the beach that he found the ring - in the waves, buried about 10” deep in the sand! Needless to say we were all shocked and thrilled! We thought his ring was certainly lost in the ocean for good but Ed came through in a big, big way! Cannot recommend him enough."

  • I really appreciate the massive effort that Chris put into finding the cross...
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    The cross that I lost was my grandfather’s, who was my namesake, therefore it was of extreme sentimental value. I really appreciate the massive effort that Chris put into finding the cross, he was determined to find it and was digging under the confined structure for hours until he finally found it. Thanks Chris for retrieving the cross, now I can continue to pass down this family heirloom to my future children and grandchildren.

    Many Thanks!

    John

  • We are so thankful for Adam and we are elated to know that there are still great people in the world!
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    During Memorial Day Weekend, Me, my Brother and his kids, and my mom all went to the beach for some Sunday fun..After taking a quick dip in the ocean before leaving the beach, I looked down and saw that the worse thing that could ever happened had happened! My ring was missing! A Newlywed’s worse nightmare!!

    Me and my mom couldn’t sleep that night, we even tried waking up early the next morning and purchased a medal detector lol After spending hours on the beach and almost giving up. That’s when I googled “Ring Finders near me” or “Help I lost my ring in the sand” and I came across Adam!

    After reaching out, Adam responded swiftly and of course he came to the rescue! The very next morning, Adam met my mom at the spot and eventually Adam was able to find the ring for me! We are so thankful for Adam and we are elated to know that there are still great people in the world! Thank you again Adam! ????????

  • Look no further than John Favano metal detection.
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    I called John after losing my wedding ring in the sand 4-5 hours prior. He told me that he would be at my location within 1.5 hours and arrived even faster than his stated time. I could tell by his confidence that we we going to find my ring and that is exactly what happened.

    Within two minutes of getting to the approximate location, John used his metal detector equipment and bucket to pull the ring from the grips of the deep sand. Look no further than John Favano metal detection.

  • I am so grateful for Stan. Thank You!!
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    The stars aligned for me at Newport Beach today. I dropped my wedding rings in the sand. I though I knew the area where they’d fallen but didn’t want to disturb the sand. While I was figuring what to do the family next to me told us about the “Metal Detector Man” who found their missing ring. I contacted him Stan and he quickly came. He found my rings in less than a minute. I am so grateful for Stan. Thank You!!

    MK J.

  • Thank you So much Ron!
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    Dear Ron,

    I lost a very special gold necklace and medallion (given to me over 60 years ago) while looking after my son’s dog. So, I really wasn’t sure where I lost it…in my backyard or on her walks. But, I decided to call Ron Forster. Ron responded as soon as I called him. Sure enough, Ron was able to locate it in my back yard! I could not believe it! It truly brought me to tears! Thank you So much Ron!

    Sincerely, Barb B.

  • From beginning to end, Dave was incredible and I am forever grateful my mom found his information.
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    I wish I could find the words to explain how grateful I am for Dave and his wife. He answered the phone at 7am and managed to make me believe right off the bat that I made the right decision to trust him to find my ring. When we got to the beach I really didn’t know what to expect, especially because my husband and I couldn’t remember exactly where we were when I lost it and the tide had risen significantly in that area but after an hour of searching with nothing I texted my mom and said “I’m starting to lose faith” and I said one last prayer and told myself to be content no matter the circumstance or outcome. Literally 30 seconds later Dave starts walking towards us, and by the grace of God he had found my ring. Needless to say, I was in disbelief. From beginning to end, Dave was incredible and I am forever grateful my mom found his information. This is definitely an experience I’ll never forget!

  • Fast, friendly and very respectful again thank you Luke!!!
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    Thank you Luke for finding this gold cap I really appreciate it and all I can say to anyone who loses a ring while gardening or any thing of metal call Luke he really helped me out!! Fast, friendly and very respectful again thank you Luke!!!

  • I kid you not, he found it in about 45 seconds!!! We were absolutely blown away and are thankful
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    I lost my ring at the beach on Wednesday and looked for a couple hours and had to leave and were so discouraged. We reached out to Stan on Saturday (4 days later) and met him out on the sand. He assured us he was the best and if it was out there he would find it. Sure enough he started looking and I kid you not, he found it in about 45 seconds!!! We were absolutely blown away and are thankful that we got in touch with Stan. If you’ve lost any sort of jewelry it is definitely worth it to give him a call!

    Daniel

  • This man is the best!!
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    This man is the best!! Can’t thank him enough. He’s an angel

  • “I would recommend Brendon to anyone in the CA Bay Area
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    “I would recommend Brendon to anyone in the CA Bay Area who needs help finding lost precious jewelry such as wedding and engagement rings. He is prompt in responding, empathetic, and sincere.” “Thanks again. And g’luck in future findings.”

  • I would have never found that money, many thanks.
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    Keith Wille came to my family's house to uncover hidden treasure. Once we completed the assignment, Keith's natural curiosity asked if he could see my father's other hiding places. I shared with him the kitchen pantry, and told him my dad's letter said: "he took it out." Also, I had looked there myself with a step stool and didn't find anything. Within a matter of minutes, Keith handed me a small neatly folded silver foil packet and I opened it. To my surprise, there was $1,000.00 cash - 10 $100 bills. I told Keith, I would have never found that money, many thanks.

  • Jeronimo was our hero!
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    Jeronimo Barrera – Brilliant Expert, Great Guy

    Jeronimo! Jeronimo! Jeronimo! I chanted after 4 hours of exhaustive search. Jeronimo, my husband and I had been looking for the proverbial needle in a haystack… a diamond earring that I lost somewhere between 2 acres of park and the parking lot when running after my toddler at his “soccer practice” one Saturday afternoon.

    I was not willing to accept losing this earring as it was a gift from my siblings on my 30th birthday with strong sentimental value. I wear them every day and have screwbacks to ensure they would never fall out.??When I realized that I had lost the earring on the way home from the park, I immediately returned to it and remained there on my hands and knees scouring the grounds for hours. When my search failed, we borrowed a friend’s metal detector but the metal on the back of my earring was too insignificant to be detected by the device. My husband then dropped me home with the kids to put them to bed and returned to the park on his own with various flashlights to try and catch a glimmer… still nothing. Yet I was resolved to find it. But, at this point, I knew we needed an expert. ??When I found Jeronimo Barrera through the Ring Finders website, I knew that if anyone would be able to find this earring, it would be Jeronimo. Jeronimo’s search started during our first call. He asked that I send him pictures of the one earring still in my possession to determine whether his new “state of the art” machine would be able to pick up the signal. If any device would be able to do it, it would be this machine, he assured me. Upon review of my photos, Jeronimo confirmed that his machine was up for the task, as was he. We made a date to meet the following day.??Our search spanned an entire afternoon (which I believe was longer than Jeronimo had to spare that day) and every step of the way, Jeronimo methodically combed the field pursuing the clues my husband and I provided. Jeronimo also continually reassured us that while this was a particularly difficult search given the VERY large area, we would find the earring if it was indeed within the large perimeter we had outlined. Jeronimo also assured that we need not revisit any zone he had been over—an inclination that is hard to combat--as we could trust he had meticulously searched it. As you spend time with Jeronimo, you come to realize you can and should trust what he advises. Indeed, it was Jeronimo’s confidence and expert craft that led us full circle near our starting point after an exhaustive search of the entire canvas for 4 hours. ??I was close to giving up hope but Jeronimo insisted that I give him the sequence of events again. Like a first grade detective collecting clues, Jeronimo pieced together the case and zoned in on an area near where we began but had not yet searched… and hurrah! There it was, sparkling in the waning sunlight, my diamond studded earring. Jeronimo was our hero!

  • Thank you Brendon for finding the ring which will allow it to continue being passed down for generations.
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    Thank you Brendon! Thirty years ago our son received a gold ring from his Godmother and was passing it down to his Son. We were all heartbroken when informed it had flown off his finger in the backyard. We searched without success when I googled how to find lost rings and came across “theringfinders.” Brendon responded promptly and showed up the next day and found the ring in minutes. He was timely and courteous and we appreciated the explanation of how he would search the yard and what the different metal detector sounds would mean. Thank you Brendon for finding the ring which will allow it to continue being passed down for generations.

  • We are BEYOND blessed to have met you and so thankful that you found our ring!
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    Marilynn and David here! We are BEYOND blessed to have met you and so thankful that you found our ring! We dug that area so much it ended up looking like a grave site haha, and it wasn't even in the area. Thank you for being kind and understanding during our search yesterday! We are elated to have our heirloom back and we promise, no more burying treasure We'll be sure to keep in touch for some metal detecting adventures in the future! God Bless You and your family and have an amazing day!

  • I highly recommend your service to others...
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    "Thanks, Keith! So grateful you found my ring! I highly recommend your service to others who have lost a special keepsake. Caroline"

  • Thank you SO MUCH, John!
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    "I called John Favano the day after Easter. My son lost his wedding band at a flower festival on Easter.

    It was raining, so my son called him on Tuesday. He found it! What a wonderful day! Thank you SO MUCH, John!"

  • You’re a godsend. Thank you so much for your patience and tenacity in finding my earring...
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    Ray!! You’re a godsend. Thank you so much for your patience and tenacity in finding my earring.

    I know it is not the most precious item you’ve ever found - but it is seriously sentimental to me since it’s the first really nice piece of jewelry I bought myself and a sort of symbol of success. Anyway - you saved our trip. We were feeling so sad about losing it and your eagle eye and determination really were amazing.

    Rebecca

  • He’s a professional and an expert. Save yourself the time and the stress and call Brian!"
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    "Brian was an absolute pleasure to work with. He made me feel calm right away and confident that he would be able to retrieve my ring. He showed up the same afternoon I called and worked quickly and efficiently, while still being so friendly and kind to our family (especially my kids who thought meeting a real life treasure hunter was the coolest thing ever!). I’m so grateful I contacted him and didn’t spend days worrying and fruitlessly searching. He’s a professional and an expert. Save yourself the time and the stress and call Brian!"

    Sarah and Jason

    Arlington, Virginia

  • Chris is a super nice guy. I am so glad that I had called him...
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    I already accepted the fact that I have lost my wedding band, but then I learned about Chris and decided to give him a call. I explained to him all the places I could have lost my ring, and despite the chances, he still offered to help me do a closure search of the beach. He only asked me to cover his travel expenses and immediately met up with me at the beach. I sat hopelessly as he searched. Next, he stopped to asks me more questions regarding the ring and as I was talking, he slowly revealed my ring! Even after finding my ring, he would not take more than what I could afford. Chris is a super nice guy. I am so glad that I had called him. He loves his job very much. Do not be afraid to give him a call. Thank you again for your help!

    Thank you again!

    Kind regards,

    Leo

  • He was very kind and patient. We found the ring in less than an hour!
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    My wife lost her wedding ring in the sand at Newport Beach.. she posted on one of Facebook s mothers’ and many ladies recommended Stan for her.

    We contacted him right away and he strongly advised us to start searching for it right away even though it was almost midnight.. I met him there on the beach at 11:30pm!

    He was very kind and patient. We found the ring in less than an hour!

    Mohamed S.

  • He is a master of his craft and even a better citizen...
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    STAN - the literal METAL MAN! My Fiancé’s engagement ring fell off at Santa Monica Beach as we were leaving late in the evening. We, along with friends, immediately searched in the dark to no avail.

    We decided to secretly mark the spot, leave, and get up early the following day to the beach by 5:30am to look again (and beat the tractors from covering the lost ring area). We considered renting a metal detector (or buying one and returning it) but the models the stores offered seemed cheap and unstable. So we sifted sand …unsurprisingly- still no luck.

    BUT, we found Stan and called him before the sun even rose. He answered immediately and said he was on his way! He must have left, literally right away, because he showed up in less time than we even thought. Fully geared on arrival, he told us “he’d do his best.”

    Well…he did, and the ring was found in less than 5 minutes. Seeing him work, and his equipment- I wouldn’t even consider renting my own detector or sift sand again. He is a master of his craft and even a better citizen (you can tell he does it just for the enjoyment).

    As he sifted some sand from a spot, he ask us to describe the ring in detail - so we did- and then he pulls out a ring from the sifter and goes”is this it”?” OF COURSE IT WAS (and I could tell he knew it was too).

    Seriously, if you lose anything like jewelry, or other metals in the beach: mark out the spot, stay there ( stay calm) - and call Stan. You are in amazing hands and couldn’t have met a nicer guy.

  • If you are unlucky enough to lose a piece of jewelry in the great outdoors, connect The Ring Finders Ben Rondeau...
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    If you are unlucky enough to lose a piece of jewelry in the great outdoors, connect with Ring Finders

    Ben Rondeau. (519 339 6649) He responded to our message quickly, was at our door within hours and with his metal detector found my ring within minutes. We had looked and looked. And looked. It was under a shrub, covered by a leaf in a black lava rock bed. Happy to have it

    back! Thanks Ben!

  • I highly recommend contacting Brian if a loved item of yours is lost - he'll find it...
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    When my husband and I got married, we were surprised and dismayed to find that my wedding band had gone missing right before our ceremony! We didn't let it ruin our day, but we decided we had to find my ring, and I found Brian.

    From the moment I sent him a message, he was upbeat, friendly and as interested as we were to find my ring! I felt like I could absolutely trust Brian with the search and was relieved to not have to worry anymore about what happened to it.

    Sure enough, Brian found it! I'm so happy and relieved that my wedding band is now on my finger and it's now a funny story we can tell instead of an unsolved mystery. I highly recommend contacting Brian if a loved item of yours is lost - he'll find it with a positive and open attitude!

    Michaele and George

    Severna Park, Maryland

  • I would recommend Stan to anyone who lost something...
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    My husband lost his wedding ring at the beach and the two of us searched for hours with no luck. We were both ready to cut our losses and I found Stan online. He was very responsive and helped us right away. We met him in the area and he found the ring in 3 minutes! We were in complete disbelief. I would recommend Stan to anyone who lost something. He took a very sad moment and made it amazing!

  • Stan is definitely the man! I’m so happy he found my ring and would recommend his services to anyone!!
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    Stan is amazing!! I lost my wedding ring while playing football with my husband. The ball hit my finger and the ring flew off. We spent hours search for it; random strangers kept helping; a lady prayed for us; my husband even went to the store and bought a metal detectorNothing worked! The lifeguard suggested we google metal detector services. We found Stan. I called him that night after we have given up looking as it was dark now, thinking all was lost. He answered immediately and was super friendly and assured me he would do his best to find my ring. I texted him a picture of roughly the area we think we lost it on the beach. Stan went the very next morning (as it was dark when I called him) and found my ring within an hour of searching! He then met me right away and returned the ring to me. Stan is definitely the man! I’m so happy he found my ring and would recommend his services to anyone!! Thank you. Stan! :)

    Stephanie M.

  • Stan is a lifesaver!
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    Highly recommended! My wife lost her wedding ring in the sand on Balboa Penesula. Feeling helpless, we found the Metal Detector Man online, and Stan arrived in a jiffy! He found the ring within minutes, and we couldn’t be more grateful! Stan is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and a true asset to the OC beach community.

  • Dave is so kind and compassionate, he truly loves helping others find their lost items.
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    Thank you Dave for your commitment! I heard about him through other Aggies, and sure enough he answers the phone and immediately takes the job telling me his daughter is considering going to Texas A&M. I could hear the excitement in his voice when I said I go to A&M! He was so willing to come the very next day to help me, with no hesitation. He came in his work clothes and took time out of his workday to get me my aggie ring back. In just under an hour he found it and I was sincerely grateful to him. Dave is so kind and compassionate, he truly loves helping others find their lost items. I recommend him to anyone who is in desperate need of a tool to help them find their lost valuables. Don’t rent a metal detector, call Dave because he knows what he is doing! Gig ‘em

  • I am very grateful to Raymond for his fast response, willingness to brave the ice cold waters, and determination in searching for my ring.
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    Raymond was a pleasure to work with in finding my ring. He responded to my messages almost immediately, and we were able to coordinate our trip out to Shenandoah within a single working day; which was a massive relief to me (since I, like Raymond, was somewhat concerned about how long it would stay in that section of the stream before getting washed away).

    I was less concerned than Raymond about the problem of metal detecting in the State Park, as I was fairly certain that the location I lost it was outside of the State’s property. That said, it was still quite comforting to know that I was working with someone who makes sure to keep his metal detecting professional, and by the book.

    When we got to the stream, Raymond seemed fairly confident that he’d be able to find the ring, and so I didn’t lose hope during the search. (To be clear, Raymond did not promise that he would find my ring, as he does not make promises that he cannot keep.)

    That said, I did feel a bit helpless at times, since my suggestions about where the ring might have landed all proved to be incorrect.

    There were many emotional ups and downs as I sat on the bank watching Raymond search. Every time he would get a hit on some piece of metal, I would get my hopes up, only for it to be a piece of trash. I understand that that is the nature of metal detecting, but it did leave me feeling somewhat helpless throughout the search.

    Nevertheless, I had faith that Raymond would be able to find the ring, and, well, he did.

    I am very grateful to Raymond for his fast response, willingness to brave the ice cold waters, and determination in searching for my ring.

    Thank you Raymond, and God Bless.

  • His knowledge about this area of expertise is beyond anything I even knew existed...
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    Newly engaged, moved into a new house under renovation, inevitably I had lost my ring. It means everything to me so I knew I had at least put it somewhere "safe" and didn't completely lose it, it had to be in the house.

    After spending an exhausting & discouraging amount of my free time searching high and low in bags and boxes and anywhere I could think of, I laid awake in bed one night with a pondering technology/metal detectors, there had to be something/someone who can "dial in" to this scenario and help me uncover this platinum diamond ring.

    I was previously under the impression that metal detectors were reserved specifically for your typical beach/grass/dirt environment (not a house full of other metal objects).

    I took a leap of faith and reached out and I think it's safe to say that was the second happiest day of my life (the first being the engagement itself).

    Jonathan called me right away and asked a variety of impressive & specific questions all the while offering his total support with confidence and compassion.

    We scheduled a time for him to come out to the house, he was punctual, professional, kind and seemingly just as determined as I was to find it.

    He made me feel incredibly comfortable. Without judgement, we inspected areas and sorted thru things I never would have imagined myself doing with a total stranger.

    His knowledge about this area of expertise is beyond anything I even knew existed, my fiance and I still joke about the "ghostbusters" style of him showing up with devices we'd never seen and promptly, but casually, accomplishing the mission!

    I honestly think we were just as happy that day as we were on the day that he proposed to me, all thanks to Jonathan.

    It was an unbelievably joyful experience working with you and we both absolutely love telling the story to anyone interested.

    Still not sure exactly how you did it because the physics is WAY over my head but I am forever in awe, truly eternally grateful for your genuine help that day.

  • The effort that he put into finding my ring was both astonishing and impressive. I couldn't be happier with his work...
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    “Brian's diligence and professionalism cannot be compared to when dealing with such sensitive items as my wedding band. The effort that he put into finding my ring was both astonishing and impressive. I couldn't be happier with his work. Additionally, Brian is an extremely friendly man who makes the entire experience all the better.”

    Mike

    Timonium, Maryland

  • I googled searched while walking on the beach and Stan the ring finder came up. I called him and he was amazing!
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    An incredible story….

    My husband lost his watch in Emerald Bay. The watch was very special to him as he bought it for himself as a reward for selling his first company. We walked the beach for hours looking for the watch, along with employees of emerald bay. I googled searched while walking on the beach and Stan the ring finder came up. I called him and he was amazing! He came right away and met me in the beach and found it in 5 minutes. He was kind and brilliant at what he does! So happy. Thank you so much.

  • Cindy and I cannot thank you enough and we will recommend you every time...
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    “As I saw my wedding band fly off my finger, I got that feeling of dread you get when you know that this isn't good. It was snowing and I was taking my dog for a late afternoon walk. She did what “she had to do” and as I took off my left glove to better manipulate the bag to pick up the waste, my wedding band flew off. I started to panic and began digging around with my hands in the snow and dirt. I brought the pup back to the house and told my wife that my wedding band was lost. I went back to look around some more and was joined by my wife. The snow was heavier, it was dark and now colder. We walked back to the house and I was devastated.

    My wife who was thinking clearly did a search and found theringfinders.com website plugged in our Baltimore zip code and found Brian Rudolph. Although it was late, I sent a text and within minutes I had a call from Brian. His good humor and positive demeanor sold me right away that this was a man who loved his job and loved reuniting folks with their lost items. Whether it's an expensive wedding band or a sentimental piece of costume jewelry he will find it.

    He came up to Baltimore Monday afternoon (in the snow) and we walked the area. He noticed a fence and calculated the coil he would need to block out that noise (this is an entirely new world to me). He went to his car, geared up and after two "pings" that were beneath the surface, Brian found my wedding band! I was ecstatic, and you know what? So was Brian! He was thrilled that he was able to find the ring that my wife put on my finger in December 2008!

    Not only did I find a professional who did what he claimed he would do, I also found a friend. Cindy and I cannot thank you enough and we will recommend you every time a situation arises that you can be of service. Absolutely!”

    Andy and Cindy

    Baltimore, Maryland

  • I highly recommend giving Jonathan a call if you have lost something of immense value….he is your guy!!
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    After days of looking on my own to no avail, I am beyond elated and grateful to Jonathan Hamill for finding my diamond stud earring. It was one of the first gifts my husband had surprised me with and something I held close to my heart.

    Ironically, it was lost in the snow on Valentine’s Day. Even more disheartening and puzzling was that I was not exactly certain where it fell out. We have quite a long driveway and I had been shoveling for more than an hour when I noticed the earring was missing.

    Was it in the driveway? The yard? The house? After scouring the driveway for hours on end, and even going as far as to melt and sift through mounds of snow (not to mention tearing apart the house), I had pretty much given up on the search.

    My step-daughter sent me the link to The Ring Finders, and, within minutes of texting Jonathan, he got back to me right away setting up a time to come out.

    Testing my other earring for a read on his magical metal detector, he got to work. Less than half an hour later he asks me to come outside…..he had located the stud frozen in a patch of ice!

    I was over the moon thrilled…..so immensely grateful to Jonathan and his savvy detective metal detector skills! I highly recommend giving Jonathan a call if you have lost something of immense value….he is your guy!!

  • I HIGHLY recommend Jonathan if you need someone to save the day!
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    I received a panicked phone call from my husband yesterday morning telling me he lost his wedding ring in the snow covered parking lot getting his morning coffee. I packed up the baby, and headed out to the lot where we searched for what felt like hours, with no ring in sight! After returning home and trying to brainstorm on what to do, I desperately typed into Google “Michigan Ring Finders” and came across Jonathan Hamill. What luck! I had no idea this service existed! Jonathan’s response was immediate, and he showed up to the lot only a couple hours later. In a matter of minutes.. he found the ring!!! And my husbands life was saved! Thank you Jonathan!!! What an excellent service that truly helps people in the most desperate of times. I HIGHLY recommend Jonathan if you need someone to save the day!

  • Brian was so kind and you could tell how much he truly loves helping people...
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    “Brian was so kind and you could tell how much he truly loves helping people

    and doing what he does. If you don’t want to live with regrets that you pulled

    out every stop to find your lost item, give Brian a call!! He helped me get my

    ring back! I don’t know if I could have ever found my wedding band without his expertise.”

    Alexandra

    Burke, Virginia

  • I am so glad my friend found him on THE RING FINDERS website...
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    "Brian was amazing! I am so glad my friend found him on THE RING FINDERS website. From the minute we spoke he was optimistic that he was going to find my lost wedding ring. He never gave up hope. He was professional and thorough and he found it! I hope I never have to use him again, but if I do, I know who I’ll call!"

    Natalie, Arnold, Maryland

  • highly recommend calling The Ring Finders. Brian...
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    “I cannot more highly recommend calling The Ring Finders. Brian, thank you so much for bringing your holiday magic to my house. I lost my wedding band off of my back deck three weeks ago and had almost given up on getting it back. We had spent hours looking for it and were broken hearted. You gave me hope from the first phone call and your positivity made me believe it would be found. You were out the next day and found it so quickly. It almost felt like a magic trick. I can’t thank you enough.”

    Kristina

    Burtonsville, Maryland

  • Call Brian and he will definitely work miracles for you cause...
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    "This guy Brian is no ordinary ring finder! I ain't met anyone quite like him, ever! He came far out to find my daddy's ring that I got after he died. It’s just about all I got left of him. I was so upset when it got lost in my car. I didn’t know what to think. Wasn't sure what happened to it when I could not find it for 6 months. The car crash happened and I still couldn’t find it. So, I tore it up badly cause I only had a few days before the insurance company was going to trash it. Brian is crazy! A real pro at finding the impossible without giving up! He rolled in and said if my ring was still in the car he would find it for me and he sure did! I still can’t really believe it. I thought he was putting me on when he said he found it with his snake! I swear the car was going to be taken like in the next day or something like that! This guy saved my ring from the compactor! Call Brian and he will definitely work miracles for you cause he believes strong in God too. Thanks man, I ain’t gonna forget what you brought back to me!"

    Adam

    Winchester, Virginia

  • Evan, I cannot thank you enough...
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    Evan, I cannot thank you enough for all your efforts to help me recover my ring. Without fully knowing where it wasn’t (especially considering the freshly-fallen snow), I would never have thought to start the search over again within my own home. Fan for life here.

  • We will forever lift you in prayer for God's Grace and Mercy...
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    “Brian, thanks to your wonderful detecting skills and abilities, my spirit has been lifted and my heart has been unburdened. We will forever lift you in prayer for God's Grace and Mercy. Your confidence and reassurance from the time we first spoke over the phone gave me every reason to believe we were going to find my lost earring on our first scan. It was an amazing opportunity for me to bare witness to a person truly dedicated to bringing joy and happiness to others. This will be remembered as one of the best holiday seasons I've experienced since my early childhood. Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti!”

    Denise

    Washington DC

  • Jeff was our ring finding hero!!
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    Jeff was our ring finding hero!! After losing my engagement ring in our yard days after the proposal, I discovered Jeff through the ring finders website. He was so reassuring and kind and came to our house the same day I called. Using his expertise and tools he found the ring, buried in wood chips, within 30 minutes! My fiance and I are amazed and so deeply grateful for his help.

    Carolyn - Shoreline, WA

  • We found Brian on The Ring Finders and calling / booking him was the best choice we ever made...
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    “When my wife lost her wedding band we were in a panic. After hours of fruitlessly searching we couldn't find it, no matter how long we went over the area where she lost it at. We found Brian on The Ring Finders and calling / booking him was the best choice we ever made. From the very beginning (and until the end) he was unbelievably friendly, respectful, helpful and professional. He put our worries at ease as he put his expertise and mastery of his profession to work. He started in the day and even though day turned to night he never wavered. He said, “I will find your wife's ring no matter how long it takes me”. Sure enough, after hours of searching during the day, he found the ring after another hour of searching in the darkness. Brian and The Ring Finders are the best!”

    Dan and Kelly

    Springfield, Virginia

  • We are beyond grateful for Dave!
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    Sally here! We are beyond grateful for Dave! He was professional, caring & helpful from the first phone call, to working out the details, to safely getting the ring back home to us. This was most definitely an answer to prayer! Some things are truly irreplaceable & the work Dave does is invaluable. -Forever Thankful-

  • my wife April and myself, we thank you Christina for the positive impact you had on our family , you can rest assured we will never forget how wonderful you where to us.
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    I honestly came to terms that I would never see my wedding band again. On Tuesday the 18th of January, 2022 while working on a driveway that had flooded I lost my wedding band while shoveling gravel.

    My wife and I looked for hours in the bitter cold water to no avail. We honestly had given up hope of seeing it again. I can say that it must have been fate, because I stumbled across theringfinders website, and contacted Christina Mccree.

    Just by chance she was returning home from a trip and was less than an hour away from my home. I really didn’t know what to expect when she arrived, I felt as if the ring was simply lost.

    After meeting Christina I was truly impressed by her personality, caring demeanor and willingness to help find something so near to my heart.

    After searching for a short time and retracing every step I took that day, the ring was found! I was overwhelmed with joy and a little speechless when she found the ring.

    If she would not have came that day to my rescue my ring would’ve been lost forever I’m sure. I do not know how to show my appreciation other than to spread the word of how kind and amazing this person was to my wife and I.

    The kind caring words and reassurance that she would try her best to find my ring when we first met honestly changed my outlook on the entire day.

    The dedication and follow through of searching everywhere and eventually finding what I thought to be gone forever truly shows how skilled, knowledgeable and sympathetic Christina truly is.

    So in conclusion from my wife April and myself, we thank you Christina for the positive impact you had on our family , you can rest assured we will never forget how wonderful you where to us.

  • Thank you so much Luke for saving the day!!Yea
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    Luke was so helpful in finding the ring! He came out to help us the same day and had the

    equipment to do the job! He has such a positive attitude and had a good system that he follows!

    Thank you so much Luke for saving the day!!

  • Would absolutely recommend him to anyone needing help finding lost jewelry...
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    “Woodrow is AWESOME, very responsive, prompt, and professional. He’s also a really good guy! Came out the day we contacted him (New Year’s day no less!) and was able to find my wedding band in less than 15 minutes! Would absolutely recommend him to anyone needing help finding lost jewelry. Can’t thank him enough!”

  • A new year miracle...
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    Luke was a metal-detecting ninja! Can’t say thank you enough for the help! A new year miracle.

  • thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, prayers...
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    Brian, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, prayers and instant willingness to help two strangers find their lost wedding band all in the name of love!

    Katie Adamsky

    Palmyra, Pennsylvania

  • will be recommending his services to any of my family and friends...
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    Tim is the man! He did in less than a minute what I had spent hours trying to do. I honestly cried tears of joy when he found my wedding ring. I’m so thankful I found him, and will be recommending his services to any of my family and friends that could need them.

  • Chris is an amazing man and I am tearing up a little thinking about the kindness he showed while searching for my ring...
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    Chris was amazing. He contacted us very soon after we reached out to him. He came out to meet us as soon as he could. His level of care and attention to finding something so small was one of the kindest things I have ever witnessed.

    He works on a completely donation basis and only asked that we cover his gas if he was unable to recover the ring.

    He worked diligently for over an hour, carefully searching the area in a grid pattern until he eventually found what we were looking for.

    Chris is an amazing man and I am tearing up a little thinking about the kindness he showed while searching for my ring. It wasn't fancy or expensive but he knew that the meaning behind this ring is what meant the world to me.

    I feel as if I could never repay him for the kindness he showed in helping me recover this important part of my life. I will be forever in his debt.

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    Thank you again Chris and if there's ever anything I can do to help you out, please don't hesitate to ask!

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  • . I can't thank you enough for such a beautiful act of kindness John!
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    I lost my wedding band last night while I was searching for my step-dad's hearing aids which he had also lost earlier in the day. My sister, her boyfriend and I had been searching the car feverishly and I slipped off my engagement ring and wedding band in order to fit my hand into a small crevice of the car underneath the front passenger seat that we thought might contain the missing hearing aids. Everything was so chaotic that I unthinkingly put my rings in my pocket; when I checked my pocket next, I was horrified to realize that my wedding band had gone missing.

      After searching the yard and interior of the car for two hours that night we became so exhausted and dejected we decided to go to sleep. We strategized that we would renew the search again the following day with fresh eyes. For six hours the next morning we combed the interior of the vehicle with a vacuum, hoping to locate the ring by examining the contents of the vacuum's chamber. My sister's boyfriend and I got on our hands and knees and methodically searched the front yard. We used a magnifying glass and repeated this process. We borrowed a wide-toothed rake from the neighbor: rinsed and repeated. Out of desperation, we began going door to door asking if anyone had a metal detector we could borrow: no luck.

      By this time we were soaked in sweat, covered with dirt and random detritus from the yard, and completely despondent. I began to think I wouldn't find the ring and decided I needed to call my husband and tell him the bad news. It was then that I began to really feel the full gravity of the loss and lose all hope of recovery. In a last ditch effort, I began to search for rental metal detectors nearby and came across a website titled "ring finders." I was amazed and admittedly a bit incredulous to discover a robust international directory of avid metal detector enthusiasts who professionally recover rings on a "reward basis." After some furious typing I found John Snyder, a retired navy veteran with an impressive number of success stories in his testimonial section.

      Admittedly a bit apprehensive, I decided to take a chance and reached out to him and told him the backstory. He immediately responded and reached the house within probably 30 minutes: it was quite amazing. On arrival, after initial introductions, he promptly began sweeping the yard with the metal detector while I watched, holding my breath. After a few passes with the metal detector (about 10 or 15 minutes), it wasn't looking good. He paused and asked me if this was the only area of the lawn I had traversed and decided to cast a wider net. He bent down after hearing something promising and "WOOSH!" When he straightened back up he had my wedding band in hand.

      It's difficult to accurately describe the elation, relief and sheer gratitude I felt in that moment and will feel for the rest of my life. Although a wedding band is of course just an object, the inextricable memories infused within it render it irreplaceable. I can't thank you enough for such a beautiful act of kindness John!

  • You are an absolute legend...
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    Thank you so much Pete! You are an absolute legend. We couldn’t be more thankful that the community directed us to you. I drove out to meet you having prepared myself for disappointment, never expecting that you would locate my ring even before we arrived! You should take a lot of pride in what you do and the amazing thing you are able to do for people by reuniting them with lost precious items.

    Great human being.

  • You made my Christmas...
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    I could never thank you and your wife enough for what you 2 did! You made my Christmas. My fiancée and I have joked about writing a Hallmark movie about this! Thanks again and I know you will be blessed!

  • Super friendly and such a life saver...
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    After my fiancé fought with me about bringing the ring with me on vacation. I was sledding down a hill with my siblings and lost my engagement ring mid storm, I spent 3 days with a metal detector trying to find it myself with no luck, I found a YouTube channel with this website and found Sean. He found it in what seemed like literally under an hour!! He even came at night right before a big storm. Super friendly and such a life saver right before Christmas!! So thankful for him coming out!

  • Again, thank you for helping my daughter and touching my heart today...
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    I am the proud mom of the very uncoordinated Sam. I want you to know that opal ring on my daughters finger means as much to me as it does her. It is not the ring itself that holds value. It is the young woman whom wears it. She is my pride and joy and my love, respect and admiration for her grows stronger with every passing day. She is a constant reminder of all that I am and encourages me to continue to become more. She is one of my greatest accomplishments and the smile that my heart carries. When she was given the ring it was to remind her of all the above as she is everything I desire to be and I never want her to forget how remarkable she is. Thank you from the deepest depths of my heart for helping my daughter. While a ring is in truth nothing more than a possession with worthless monitory value regardless of it is a dime store purchase or 5 carrot stone from Tiffany’s, the meaning behind said possession is priceless. Again, thank you for helping my daughter and touching my heart today. Your return of her ring brought a moment of reflection on the hustle and bustle of this holiday season, what my daughter means to me and reminder that I have not expressed that enough to her lately. May your Christmas be just as remarkable to you and your family. – All my unwavering appreciation for you help, Krishna.

  • You’ve truly made our stay even more magical!
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    Hi Joe,

    Thank you so much for finding my ring so quickly. We were in full panic especially since we are celebrating our honeymoon. I cannot thank you enough!

    If I ever lose anything back home in Ohio, I may just have to fly you out. Given that you find things so quickly we’d have plenty of time to treat you to a meal and a Cleveland Browns game!

    You’ve truly made our stay even more magical!

  • Leighton the “Ring Finder” to the rescue!
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    Leighton the “Ring Finder” to the rescue! ???? Thanks so much for finding my ring. I was heartbroken at the thought that it might have gone to the recycle center in a bag of leaves never to be seen again. Hope was dwindling as you came to the end of your sweep of my yard and then at the very last moment you found it! Amazing! I am so happy and glad that I Googled “find my ring” and that brought me to theringfinders.com. What a wonderful surprise to discover that such a world-wide group exists. And on top of it all I made a new friend who as it turns out grew up in my hometown and graduated from the same high school some years ago ???? Thanks again Leighton.

  • Billy and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts...
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    Pete you are amazing.

    An absolute miracle worker. I am humbled by what you have done and how you rearranged your life to help me in a moment of sheer and utter devastation. I can never thank you enough.

    Sorry for all the cuddles I didn’t know what else to do or say or how to express how thankful I was.

    Billy and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

    Massive appreciation from heaven and earth xxx

  • We would recommend Mark to anyone in a similar situation because losing a ring is never fun...
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    Mark was recommended to us after we lost two wedding rings during a game of volleyball by a lady jogging on the boardwalk. She said something along the lines of “You have to give Mark a call as he will find them within 5 minutes!” (Thank you whoever you are for the fantastic recommendation! We owe you one) At that point we had been searching for well over an hour and it was starting to get dark out. All hope was lost.

    I gave Mark a call and fortunately for us he was available and said he would be over within the hour. It was a pleasure to meeting Mark and he certainly lives up to his 51 years of detecting experience. He was kind, professional, and happy to help us out.

    Mark found the two rings what seemed like immediately! We were all so grateful and excited he was able to find the two rings so quickly. We would recommend Mark to anyone in a similar situation because losing a ring is never fun. He really saved the day! Thanks again!

  • I’m so glad that we found Joe!
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    Joe is so professional, my friends and I spent one hour to dig with our bare hands and found nothing. Joe came and within 30s and found it! He was so helpful, I’m so glad that we found Joe! I really appreciate his help, thank you so much Joe!

  • So thankful for Luke...
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    So thankful for Luke finding the earing I considered totally lost. These earings are my mom’s and since she has passed the earings are special to me. Love ya

  • Again, thankful for Paul and his testimony. It was certainly a Divine Appointment.
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    Thankful! Paul came on short notice. He was actually traveling home from another successful jewelry find for another one of his clients.

    If you’re hesitant to reach out to Paul in the Milwaukee area, don’t be! He is friendly and diligent to provide peace of mind that you did all you could to locate your prized possession. In my instance, he found my ring!

    Again, thankful for Paul and his testimony. It was certainly a Divine Appointment.

  • You are a savior. You are the best, keep doing the good work!
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    Joe I cannot thank you enough for finding my ring. Even I was aware that the chances were slim as I lost it 2 days ago. I wanted to give one more shot and was just hoping for a miracle. You were quick to respond and were there at the Waikiki beach within an hour from my 1st call to you. You put time and so much efforts to look for it in the nearby area too. It felt surreal when you scooped my ring from the sand. You are a savior. You are the best, keep doing the good work!

    Mahalo Loi noa!

  • I am so grateful that there are people like Brian that are passionate about helping others. Thanks and many blessings!”
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    “I almost gave up hope after losing my deceased grandmother's ring, but thankfully I stumbled across Brian's profile on TheRingFinders.com. Brian was warm and energetic which immediately gave me a sense of hope. I am so grateful that there are people like Brian that are passionate about helping others. Thanks and many blessings!”

    Kristen

    Randallstown, Maryland

  • Norm was prompt, professional and courteous. I have my ring back in my hand and I can’t thank him enough...
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    I figured there was a good chance that I had scooped up the ring in the snow I brought to the basement. I had made a lot of trips and scooped up a lot of snow (I was wrong). I started to get nervous as I heard the parking lot was going to be plowed that night…and that’s where Norm comes in. If it wasn’t for Norm my ring would have ended up in a giant snow pile and would have had no chance of finding it until the spring. Even if I did find it in the spring (slim chance) there would have been a very good chance it would have been mangled by the plow. Norm was prompt, professional and courteous. I have my ring back in my hand and I can’t thank him enough. Keep up the good work Norm!

    Phil

  • But thanks to you, Joe, our honeymoon was not ruined...
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    Joe!! Our absolute savior. You have no idea how much immense relief you brought us upon finding my ring. From right outta the gate I felt comforted! From our initial phone call I could TELL you were a master of your profession. I’m not kidding in the least. I was panicky, tired and literally lost all hope. I still can’t believe to this day how quickly my ring disappeared. But as soon as I heard your voice, full of professional assurance, and underlying confidence I knew, I just KNEW things were going to be ok.

    It was absolutely petrifying calling an absolute stranger in the middle of my honeymoon in Hawaii. But thanks to you, Joe, our honeymoon was not ruined. I remember scampering to meet you, my nerves shot and my entire soul and body tense with frustration. When you approached me and said so confidently, this will be fun! I knew I made the right choice! So many affirmations, Joe. You handled our plight with calmness and ease.

    And yes, I gladly gave you 250.00 on the spot bc you deserved it. Yes, I had insurance on my ring but I KNOW if we gave up and went that route to get a replacement I would’ve felt like a failure. I’m so glad I went on a damn limb to contact you. Even just from one meeting I can tell you’re passionate about your job, helping others, and just…. Making a impact.

    Keep on doing what you’re doing! You’ve helped me tremendously and we both thank you from the bottom of my heart.

  • Stephane, I cannot thank you enough for coming to my rescue...
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    Stephane, I cannot thank you enough for coming to my rescue. This ring is so significant to me. My grandparents and their love for each other was such an important part of our lives growing up, we learned about love and dedication, as well as the importance of family from them. This ring was given to me by parents after my grandmother passed and I have treasured it ever since.

    It was also so nice to see how much you enjoyed what you do.

    Thank you!

  • Brian Carpenter is incredibly dedicated to helping people find their rings...
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    Brian Carpenter is incredibly dedicated to helping people find their rings. He travelling 3 hours round trip to my home in inclement weather to search for me. He started immediately upon arrival, and based on my expectations of where my ring may have been lost, was able to use his detector to locate the ring within 20 minutes.

    I am blessed to have found a wedding ring that is emotionally irreplaceable, and doubly blessed to have met a kind and caring individual like Brian.

    Thank you, Brian !

  • Mahalo and thanks for your service...
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    Joe, thanks so much for recovering my gold wedding band. I had given up on ever seeing it again. Although I think my location estimate was the more accurate one, all that matters is that you were successful and we became your 237th recovery. Mahalo and thanks for your service as well.

  • If anyone can find it, Brian would be the guy...
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    “I recommend Brian to find any lost jewelry. From the outset, he was very easy to deal with. He knew exactly what he was doing and had a clear plan on how to go about finding the missing jewelry. If anyone can find it, Brian would be the guy.”

    Donn and Beth

    Vienna, Virginia

  • I can’t say enough good things about the experience and how kind Fred is!
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    Fred came out to my house this afternoon after I had lost my wedding and engagement rings. I had tossed a stick to my dog and felt the rings fly off! Although I though I knew where they might be, roughly, I couldn’t find them. I bought a (cheap) metal detector. No luck. I finally found Fred! He came from New Jersey to my home in Lewisboro, NY (near CT). Although it took a long time, mostly because I was wrong about where they would be, he never gave up! I can’t say enough good things about the experience and how kind Fred is! Thank you so much!

  • Thanks Ray for finding my wedding band!
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    Ray was a pleasure to deal with and a total pro. It seemed like such a daunting task to find a wedding band in that creek, but Ray clearly knows what he’s doing given how quickly he found it. Thanks Ray for finding my wedding band! Take care and best wishes for the future.

    Chris

  • Thank you so much Donald!
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    I lost my gold signet ring during my last night in San Juan in late August. I went late night swimming at a beach 15 minutes away from my Airbnb and the next morning I woke up and realized I had all my other rings on except one. However, I had a flight to catch in an hour and I didn’t have time to go back to that beach. But it was the first piece of gold jewelry I ever purchased after working my first full-time job post college graduation so I wasn’t ready to lose all hope in searching for it.

    When I arrived back to NYC, I google searched jewelry finders in San Juan and found Donald’s information. I reached out to him and he immediately responded. He went searching for my ring the next 3 days. Unfortunately, because I lost my ring in the water he wasn’t able to locate it and I ultimately accepted that it was probably lost in the ocean forever.

    Almost 2 months later in mid October, I receive a text from Donald with incredible news. He had found a ring that day on the beach that matched the description I had sent him. He sent me a photo to confirm and it was in fact my long lost ring! I was completely amazed that he actually found it! He shipped it out to NYC the next day and the following week my little gold ring found its way back to me. Thank you so much Donald!

  • I was very grateful to Shawn for finding my ring!
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    I was very grateful to Shawn for finding my ring! My husband and I had searched for it for several hours, even using a metal detector. Although I had a fairly good idea of where it would be, there was such dense vegetation there that it made searching difficult. Because my ring had fallen on edge in a hole near a root, I don’t think we would have ever found it on our own. Shawn arrived exactly when he said he would, got to work and found my ring! Thanks, Shawn!

  • We can’t believe you found it . And we are greatful and thankful...
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    Where do i start from . Chris I am so grateful and I believe you are truly God sent . After loosing my ring I really felt it was the end and I cried my whole heart out . Fast forward my husband and I decided to look for someone who could find it and we found you on the Internet and you out of your kind heart came out that late .. we didn’t find it at first because where I thought it was, it wasn’t . I went home crying but for some reasons I had hope since my husband said you where going there again I just believed and he comforted me and decided to get another one but one text later from you , you found it . I honestly still believe it’s surreal We can’t believe you found it . And we are greatful and thankful . You brought our smile back .??

  • I would highly recommend Matthew for his experience, professionalism, dedication, friendliness
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    "After a long search in a steady drizzle, Matthew was able to find my wife's ring! It had been lost over a year ago in one of our flower beds and someone else had attempted to find it to no avail. As we were discussing sifting mulch and dirt that was in the middle of a window well as a last-ditch effort, he did one final search nearby, and VOILA! there was the ring! We surprised my wife and got some photos. I would highly recommend Matthew for his experience, professionalism, dedication, friendliness and care, and understanding. He is the kind of person who gives me hope in this world and we are blessed to know him."

    Thanks,

    Stu Metzler

  • I can’t thank you enough for providing such a wonderful service...
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    Dear Rick

    After spending over 2 hours on my hands and knees in the dirt and leave, I was so glad I found your name on TheRingFinders. our responded quickly to my call and saved me endless hours of searching and worry. I was shocked how quickly you were able to find my diamond earring. I can’t thank you enough for providing such a wonderful service.

    Best Wishes

    Christine

  • Your kindness, professionalism, and passion for what you do really shows...
    testimonial for Thomas Clyde (2021)

    I just want to thank you again for your kindness that afternoon. I was in a panic and not sure how to make it back home especially traveling 6 hours with a toddler whose carseat was still locked in my car. Thank you so much for taking the time out of your day to help. Your kindness, professionalism, and passion for what you do really shows. Very thankful we crossed paths and appreciate everything you did!!!

  • would not hesitate to call her or highly recommend her to others...
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    So glad I contacted Kati. She was prompt, responsive, and super diligent. I really appreciated her patience and inquisitiveness to understand where I had been and places to look. Really grateful for her help and I hope not to lose it again, but would not hesitate to call her or highly recommend her to others in the same predicament. Awesome!

  • What an incredibly guy and amazing human being!
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    Hi,

    I would like to say how amazed and grateful I am that Richard came out and found my locket for me without any delay! It is really precious to me and I am so so pleased that Richard took the time (came immediately from work!) and found it so so so quickly!! If you need something found I have no doubt Richard will be able to find it for you!

    Thank you so so so much!

    What an incredibly guy and amazing human being!

    Danny ???? (and Sam)

  • we cannot thank you enough...
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    Darrin, we cannot thank you enough for helping us find Haley’s ring! It was a pleasure meeting you and getting to chat. Wishing you all the best with your future ring finding escapades!

  • I will always recommend your service and theringfinders.com
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    Glen Gothard helped us in Vero Beach, yesterday Sunday . We were with my husband (Tiago) in Vero Beach hanging out in a beautiful sunset when Tiago realized that his wedding ring fell in the sand, at which point he bagan a desesperate search with no luck. Someone close to us gave us the idea to search in Google for help and this is how I find the "Treasure Coast Metal Detectors" who guided me to enter the theringfinders.com . I tried with two phones with no luck until Glen answered my call. He was very kind to us and in 30 min he was there and he quickly found where the ring was. Thanks Glen for your availability on a Sunday afternoon and for coming to where we were (13 miles from Sebastian-the area where Glen was) .

    I will always recommend your service and theringfinders.com

  • Thank you Joe!!
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    So glad Joe was able to find my wedding ring! We were so sure my ring was gone but luckily Aulani recommended calling Joe. He was so professional and quick to recover my lost ring! Thank you Joe!!

  • He assured me if we could wait, he could find it...
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    On my birthday, my wife and I made a plan for a small vacation to Sarasota, Florida.

    We had a great time, but when coming back from beach, my wife realized she doesn’t have her ring.

    She had set it on her chair and forgot to put it back on.

    We looked, digging in sand for almost three hours.

    My wife was very upset; we gave up looking.

    I saw a Life Guard and asked if he could help.

    He gave me Mr. John’s phone number; I called him; he told me he was an hour away.

    He assured me if we could wait, he could find it, knowing we had dropped it in sand where we were sitting.

    He arrived within an hour; found the ring in five minutes.

    We greatly appreciate Mr. John; he made my wife very happy.

  • Steve is a very wonderful person and what he does is absolutely amazing!
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    On September 7th I took my children to the beach after work for just a relaxing evening. The waves were ruff but with kids they insisted we get in so I followed and ended up being knocked down by a wave, I quickly put my hand down to stop myself from taking my child down with me and I felt my ring slip off my finger. I was devastated! I found and gentleman who was detecting a little further down and asked for his help, he immediately told me about Steve at Crystal Coast Ring Finders. I looked it up on facebook and called. Steve was so very nice and told me he would be out shortly to start the search for my ring and he did as he said. He kept in touch and made sure I knew he was still looking. After a month I had given up hope on ever seeing my ring again. Steve reached out to me on the 9th and asked if I could fill his paperwork out so he could keep my information on file. Monday October 11th he walked into my work and I filled out tge paperwork and he handed me his card. To my surprise when I turned it over was my ring!! Tears of joy started streaming from my eyes! Steve is a very wonderful person and what he does is absolutely amazing! If you are ever in the area and lose a prized position I definitely recommend Steve with Crystal Coast Ring Finders!!

    Thanks again, you are absolutely amazing!

  • I have utmost gratitude to John Snyder, the man who found & returned my ring.
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    My name is Thomas Roberts; I was swimming at Vanderbilt beach in Naples, Florida on vacation.

    I was in chest deep water when I felt my wedding ring slide off my finger.

    There was a man who was metal detecting not far from me; I called him over; told him what had happened. He began to search for my ring immediately.

    Thankfully, he was able to find my gold band within a 30 minute time frame.

    I have utmost gratitude to John Snyder, the man who found & returned my ring.

    Ever Grateful,

    Thomas Robert’s

  • Will definitely recommend your services to anyone in need!
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    Matt, this is Rich, Ken’s brother who was with him when he lost the ring. Can’t tell you how happy we are for you finding my dads ring. Meant a lot to us to keep it in the family. Will definitely recommend your services to anyone in need! Keep up the good work and God Bless!

    The Weimar Family

  • In a world that is filled with distrust and misinformation – we can attest to the fact that Stephane truly does live up to his reputation!!!!
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    My husband and I are so incredibly happy to have found Stephane.

    My husband’s ring fell off his hand as he was wiping off some spider webs he got on his hands from our dock chairs. I rarely see my husband as upset as he was when this happened. We were both stunned and did not know what to do.

    We are new to Buckhorn and having work done on our property and so we reached out to the wonderful people around town that have helped us so far. Unfortunately despite reaching out to so many people, it was very difficult to find anyone that could help us. The water conditions were not good. Cold water, lots of silt/wood, deeper water, and to make things worse – it happened late Friday afternoon.

    We did not know what to do but we did know that the longer the rings stayed in the water – the less likely it would ever be retrieved. Then, as I was feverishly googling for help, I came across Stephane’s website. My husband reached out to Stephane and he promptly replied and agreed to come out the next day which was a Saturday. He had to drive 3 hours to get to our place! We were trying to stay positive and really did not know to what to expect but we did see some of the testimonials so we were quite hopeful. At least for the first little while but as time passed as as it approached almost 2 hours of almost non stop underwater searching, we both started to feel the excitement dwindle.

    But Stephane never gave up. He was shivering and cold but continued to go under our dock, in the dark and blindly feel his way through silt, sticks and stones – until he finally found it! We were both in shock and disbelief!

    Stephane is a wonderful and kind man. It is clear he is an amazing scuba diver but what stood out even more, he is commitment to help people when they have already given up hope. He works tirelessly to ensure he is successful not for the money, but for the satisfaction he gets out of bringing people so much happiness and joy!

    It was truly a pleasure meeting Stephane. In a world that is filled with distrust and misinformation – we can attest to the fact that Stephane truly does live up to his reputation!!!!

    We are so happy that we are now referring to our inlet as Stephane’s inlet:)

    Thanks again Stephane!

    Lori and Dave

  • I am very grateful to Brian and highly recommend his services...
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    When i initially spoke with Brian on the phone, he was very professional and thorough. He clearly stated what he would be doing and how. On the day of the search, he was punctual, reviewed the plan once again and began the search. Shortly after, the ring was found. I directed him to specific areas where it might be located and by chance, he had started his search at just the right spot.

    I am very grateful to Brian and highly recommend his services. He honestly enjoys the challenge of finding lost items for people, and he’s also an all around good person.

  • Thank you thank!
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    Can’t thank you enough for this Alison!! I was so busy trying to video you that I didn’t jump up and down!! Thank you thank! Just knowing that you take so much care and donate the proceeds back to Kelly Shires means so much too.

  • I would recommend him 12/10!
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    I will be honest, I didn’t have high expectations when I contacted Norm but was pleasantly surprised! I have very little free time but Norm was super accommodating meeting me late on a Friday evening. To my surprise he found the ring in under 30minutes! I would recommend him 12/10!

  • Thank you again – words cannot express my gratitude!
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    Mark – you and your wife are such wonderful people! Thank you for finding my ring in less than 5 mins. After searching until 10:30p Friday night and resuming at 7a on Saturday – while I was still hopeful I’d find it, I was beginning to have doubts. So happy we found you, and to only work on a reward basis was amazing to me. Not sure if you heard the cheers and clapping from the condos behind us and people near us. I didn’t hear it because I was too busy giving you a big hug – but was told everyone was rooting for me! Thank you again – words cannot express my gratitude!

  • Richard and long may you continue to help those in need of your invaulable assistance!
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    Thank you so much for this amazing service that you provide Richard, and for this frankly incredible recovery. Once we had completed the beach search, I must say my hopes of locating the ring from the sea with its sharply shelving drop were very far from high, and as I watched Richard in wetsuit and goggles make his initial sweeps in the water I thought “God loves a trier, but surely this is a hopeless case” and resolved to donate to his chosen charity whatever the outcome. It’s hard to find the words to describe my astonishment, relief and joy when my wedding ring appeared from the shovelful of sand and stones scooped from the sea bed. Thank you again, Richard and long may you continue to help those in need of your invaulable assistance!

  • We want to thank Shanon and Mike for their help...
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    It was our pleasure to call help from Sharon and Mike for finding the ring that my husband bought for me at Anacapri, Italy. After hours of search by us with a metal detector, and with helps from friends with their metal detector, and after some bottle caps found, we thought the chance to find it is low. We are talking about a soccer field size of thick grass area that’s regularly trafficked with dogs, irrigation, human.

    Then that night I found the website and called Shanon the second morning. They are professional help. Shanon and Mike drove from Reno to meet us. They showed up on time and after some briefing they started thorough searching. They also showed us the mistakes we are making and the limitation of our detectors. The small stick detector for final fine tune makes a critical difference too. Otherwise we would spend too much time sipping through grass of the final square foot too many times. They also should us their coarse detector has less False positive as it avoids deeply buried. They even skip some pennies as they can tell the difference. So right device and lots of experience made their finding stands out from ours. In fact where Shanon eventually found the ring was a place we have searched over…

    It was such a happy ending with their help. It reminds us that good old fashioned happiness exists in crazy post COVID year with all the so called new world order craziness. It is the old fashioned community touch that makes people grateful and happy. We want to thank Shanon and Mike for their help. And thank our friends who helped us the previous day, esp. Brian, Ron and Scott. Our dog enjoyed our longer stay at the dog park too

  • I can’t tell you how happy we were to have Greg’s ring found!
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    I can’t tell you how happy we were to have Greg’s ring found! I want to give a shout out to This gentleman – on Sunday as we were leaving 3 mile bay on Oneida lake my husbands wedding band came off – we searched all over – went back Monday night with a medal detector we bought and had no luck – we contacted this wonderful gentleman from the ring finders, he met us that day and after 1 1/2 hours in that freezing – windy water they found the ring in about 3 1/2 feet of water !

    Can’t tell you how happy we were and he was just as happy for us! We made a new friend that day! Thank you so much!!

  • Thank goodness for your mad skills!
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    CLARE! I was unbelievably thankful for how quickly you were able to come over. Also, What an amazing find! I loved your confidence through it all even with the rain and choppy water. Thank goodness for your mad skills!

    When I lost all hope- you came through! Is it possible to love the ring now more than ever?!

    I have no words. Thank you.

  • I'm happy to have my watch back and would highly recommend Jonathan if you have a lost item you need found. Many blessings,
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    Hello Ringfinders,

    I thought all hope was lost for my missing watch until I found your site and Jonathan Hamill. He came by quickly and was very professional. I had never seen or heard of the technique he used to locate the watch but it worked and that's all that matters. I'm happy to have my watch back and would highly recommend Jonathan if you have a lost item you need found.

    Many blessings,

    Latifa

  • Thank you. Thank you. You are the man!!!
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    Thank you so much for helping us locate the lost ring. We came all the way to Ft Meyers Beach from sunny Cleveland Oh (lol) to have a beach wedding and low and behold. Laura’s wedding band gets lost. I knew the location and it took Allen like 10 minutes to find it. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. You are the man!!!

  • Could not recommend enough!
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    John was fast, professional, friendly, and most importantly: effective. He found my wedding ring in no time flat, and I couldn't be happier. Could not recommend enough!

  • She was very professional, understanding, and easy to work with.
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    I contacted a Ringfinder, Christina McCree, here in Huntsville, AL about finding my wedding band. She was very professional, understanding, and easy to work with. After losing my ring playing some messy games with our youth at church, my wife and I were disappointed. It was a huge relief when Christina came out and found our ring the same day I contacted her. I can’t say enough about how awesome and efficient she was. She quickly found it and we were able to celebrate a few moments with her and our entire youth group at church. I’m grateful for this organization. Just wanted to let you know.

  • Woodrow Engle is amazing...
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    Woodrow Engle is amazing. We searched for weeks for a bracelet we lost during harvest of our vineyards here in wine-country. It was expensive and special. Same day that I called him he showed up and carefully combed the vineyard until he found it. It was complicated by the wires that hold the vines but he carefully and relentlessly searched til he found it. I am overjoyed. He was humble, kind, and as happy as me to find it. He is the gem!!

  • Thanks for your help!
    testimonial for Tom Tanner (2021)

    You are a lifesaver!! Thanks for your help! Tom responded and arrived quickly. He was very understanding and kind. So happy to have found him and this community of Ringfinders!

  • He is amazing! Thank you , thank you , thank you!
    testimonial for Jarrod West (2021)

    We were so happy today when Jarred found my husbands wedding ring! It seemed like it would be futile to even try but in less than 30 minutes Jarred had found the ring even though it was in the water next to the sea grass. He is amazing! Thank you , thank you , thank you!

  • Ray was truly a godsend and a blessing for myself and my wife...
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    Ray was truly a godsend and a blessing for myself and my wife. He returned my phone call and we immediately set up a plan and he showed up at the time given to me. Being over two hours away he still made the time to come and help us. Not only he being polite and cordial, he was also a great person to converse with during the search. I had looked myself for several hours for a few evenings and I was beyond stressed. He came in a with an approach and executed. After about an hour I stepped indoors to speak with my wife and I returned outside to seeing him holding it in his hand and goodness not only a stress relief. But a beautiful sight to behold. Especially with us getting married in less than a week! If you guys ever need something of this magnitude to be taken care of. Ray is your guy to call and I would recommend him everyday and twice on Sunday’s!!!! Thank you once again for being there for us and you rock man!

  • You truly saved the day and my vacay!
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    What a nice guy! Thank you John, for what you do! I am forever grateful that you found my grandmother’s holy medal buried in the sand. It is a very special item that makes me feel closer to one of the most important people in my life. You truly saved the day and my vacay!

    Thanks,

    Yvette

  • I would strongly recommend reaching out to Stephane to find your ring!
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    It was a cool summer night, and the water was frigid but tempting.

    My friends and I decided to go into the water for a late night swim.

    A man should know what happens in water that cold… as George Costanza would say, “significant shrinkage”. It was the perfect storm to have a ring slip off my shrunken finger.

    The next morning, I searched the bottom of the lake with no luck. On my way home from the cottage, I thought of renting a metal detector, but I was no Jacques Cousteau.

    Luckily I got put into contact with another famous underwater explorer, Stephane Coutu!

    Thinking I had lost the ring in shallow water, I told him to first search without his scuba gear. I was wrong…

    With a small glimmer of hope and one last shot, Stephane came out on day two with his full scuba gear. His will and determination lead him to find the ring in deeper waters!

    I couldn’t be happier with the amazing support and positive attitude that Stephane displayed throughout this process. For those of you who are in an unlucky situation like I was, I would strongly recommend reaching out to Stephane to find your ring!

    Cheers,

    M

  • I’m so glad I put my trust in Rick and Leighton. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart!
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    What can I say, these guys are the best! I really had lost all hope after the first day of searching. Rick and Leighton were scouring that beach for six hours, and it seemed that mine was not going to be a success story. One week later I got a call from them saying they decided to give it another shot, and they had found my ring! I hadn’t even asked them to do the second search, the just wouldn’t give up, and for that I am so very grateful! It’s hard to know who to trust when it comes to lost items that hold value, but I’m so glad I put my trust in Rick and Leighton. Thank you both from the bottom of my heart!

  • I wish to express my joy and Thanks to Richard and Leighton...
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    I wish to express my joy and Thanks to Richard and Leighton. The potential loss of the ring that my Fiance Joanne and I had traveled to Galway City to procure was devastating. The ring originates in the small fishing village of the Claddagh, just outside the ancient walls of Galway City. It is the ancestral home of my Paternal Grandparents. I grew up hearing my Grandmother, Delia, describing the beautiful rings in the window of Fallers on Shop Street. I felt that the emotional bond of my history and my future marriage required matching, His and Hers, Claddagh rings from the source. The ring acquired even more power when at a Christmas Eve wedding, performed by my Father, the rings were placed on our fingers. https://dedham.wickedlocal.com/article/20141226/news/141228082

    Richard’s story of the search and the find just needs one addendum., as I went into the water for that Birthday swim there was a pervading thought in my head. ” I lost the ring in the ocean, the only way it can find me is if I am in the ocean” I swam back in, passing Richard, pretty deep in the water, no sooner was I ashore that I turned to see the smiling faces of Richard and Leighton. “Is this your ring” Richard said as he held out his scoop and among the beach rocks I spied a most wonderful sight. Thank You!

  • I would recommend him to anyone...
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    Thank you so much for your help! Jon is very prompt and professional. I would recommend him to anyone looking for lost metal!

  • Highly recommend!!"
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    "Kati found my husband’s wedding ring after our son lost it in our yard. Highly recommend!!"

  • Thank you for the incredible work you do...
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    Thank you Stephane, mere words cannot express our appreciation in finding this ring.

    Nicole was heartbroken and devastated when she called me to say she lost grandma’s ring in the lake. I joined her at the beach and we looked, with the help of kind Cobourg beachgoers, but could not find the ring. Nicole was refusing to leave the beach until she had grandma’s ring. I am so thankful you came up in my google search, even more thankful you dropped everything to show up a mere hour later. You said to me on the phone, “before the sun sets, that ring will be back on Nicole’s hand”, a promised backed up by experience and in the end you were right!!! Your confidence settled our nerves and your experience is why anyone, who is heartbroken by a similar circumstance, should call you. The day ended with tears of joy, great relief and not heartbreak. Thank you for the incredible work you do. With sincere thanks and appreciation Gillian

  • Thank you x100000000 Mr. Jim!!!! You’re the best!
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    Jim is the absolute best!!!! My hero for sure! Polite, nice, patient, and thoroughly skilled at detection. I have to admit, I wasn’t very hopeful that my necklace would be found, and so I wasn’t too much help to him in giving the location’s description as I was getting on the road to head home.

    But thankfully, Jim was kind enough to go look for it anyway. Within 30 minutes of my initial message to him, he had found it!!! I still am in awe that it came back to me…. The sentimental aspect of this necklace is something I can’t put into words. But to keep it short… after the last year and a half, it’s a tangible testament to everything I’ve lost, been through, overcome; as well as all the blessings of love, compassion, and companionship that I’ve gained.

    It’s a spiritual token, my reminder to be kind always and to be a light in this darkening world. A call to remember that no matter what we go through, if we continue to shine with love and light, then it will be given back to us just as bright and beautiful.

    And now I have two reminders to be the light…. My returned necklace, and Jim Wren’s example, which is just him living as who he is. I’m so thankful for his skill and even more for his legitimate compassion in getting lost treasures back to those who can’t find them! He’s a walking, talking angel on earth for sure! Thank you x100000000 Mr. Jim!!!! You’re the best!

  • TheRing Finders team really does find lost rings!
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    Thank you Chris for partnering with John to help find this ring. It was not an easy task but throughout this process your belief that this ring could be found meant a lot to me as it has a lot of sentimental value. I was ELATED when it was found and without your support we could not have had this amazing result! Thank u to Bev as well for cheering on u and John thru the search. God bless you for using your special talent and skills to help others ???? TheRing Finders team really does find lost ????!

  • Thanks so much Dave!!!!
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    Dave took a sickening moment and made their day perfect again!! I forget how wiggly little boys can be! Can’t tie those rings tight enough even though I tried!

    Such a perfect wedding now. Thanks so much Dave!!!!

  • Steven was amazing.…
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    Steven was amazing. I called him at 6:30pm on a Sunday. He made the 1hr drive to Topsail and was here by 8:00 the same evening…and found the ring within 10 minutes of searching! Because of him I did get to sleep indoors that night. Thank you again

  • Thank you so much again it was truely a blessing.
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    Can’t thank Luke enough for finding my wedding ring. My emotions when I lost my ring were overwhelming. I went to bed Saturday thinking I would never see it again. I woke in the morning to text from my niece saying maybe this is worth a try with a link to The Ring Finders.

    I have to say I really didn’t think it would work but why not try (what did I have to lose). After getting in touch with Luke he agreed to drop what he was doing and come to Priest Lake to search for my ring.

    I so appreciate his willingness to give up his Sunday to help me and much to my surprise and sincere gratefulness he found my wedding ring. Thank you so much again it was truely a blessing.

  • Thanks again for the help Ron!
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    I was playing around in the water at Christie Lake with my son and noticed my wedding ring was missing. The water was pretty murky and you can’t see the bottom so I knew searching myself wasn’t going to find the ring. A quick google search found the Ring Finders website with Ron close by. He answered the call and was able to meet me right away. After about 45 minutes in the water, Ron found the ring and it was safely back on my finger. Thanks again for the help Ron!

  • We were shocked and a massive wave of relief hit us both...
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    It was the end of our week-long trip to British Columbia and everything had gone just perfectly - and then the universe decided to throw us a curveball.

    We were spending our last night on the Sunshine Coast. With the blistering heatwave, we couldn't resist a quick dip in the ocean at Davis Bay. In less than a minute of jumping in, the brand new custom designed engagement ring came sliding off my partner's finger into the crashing waves of the ocean. Instant panic, horror and regret set in. We tried our best to recover it. But the crashing waves, rocky shore and rising tide made it impossible. With no goggles on hand and after 20 minutes of searching we gave up, feeling crushed and defeated. We pretty much accepted that the ring was gone and there was only a slim chance of recovering it. It was a horrible feeling and a terrible way to end our vacation.

    We tried to keep our spirits high for the rest of the evening. Realizing that the tide would go out the next day revealing part of the shore where we lost the ring, we considered purchasing a metal detector. We started doing a bit of research online and came across TheRingFinders. In a desperate, shot in the dark effort, I texted Chris Turner and within 5 minutes we received a phone call. We were in a tricky situation - we only had the next day to find the ring before catching our return flight back in Vancouver in the evening. And we only had about a 3 hour window of low tide. To our surprise, Chris was enthusiastically up for the challenge - despite having to wait in line to catch a ferry the next morning and travel from Vancouver to Davis Bay.

    Sure enough, Chris showed up at Davis Bay the next day with his metal detection gear. We were super impressed and hopeful - especially after reading all the reviews on TheRingFinder. Within 40 minutes of canvassing the area, he found it - and his reveal took us by surprise. We were shocked and a massive wave of relief hit us both. We were ecstatic to have the ring back. But not only that we were ecstatic to have met Chris - such an amazing, super friendly and wholesome guy. The whole experience was a rollercoaster and we can't put into words just how grateful we are to have the ring back. Thanks so much Chris! In a weird way, the ring means so much more to us now.

  • Friend of ours found The Ring Finders and John responded instantly...
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    My father in law lost his wedding ring 8/12 at 11:15 am. Friend of ours found The Ring Finders and John responded instantly. John searched for an hour and twenty minutes, then we heard the words we were all praying for… “I found it!” Low and behold, at about 7:00 pm, there it was, Dads wedding ring, it was buried 10 inches under the sand in waist deep water and John found it!!! Now it is back on his hand where it belongs ?? Thank you John!

  • Highly recommend this ring finder...
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    Thank you so much Mark! Don’t know what I would do without you… Highly recommend this ring finder to anyone who lost something of value.

  • thanks to all those amazing ring finders out there helping people reconnect with these very sentimental pieces of life...
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    Pull up a chair, grab a seat, and listen in on this wild journey of my lost wedding ring. It was may of 2021. I’ve been married for only a year and a half to a woman I’ve been with for 9 years. My wife mentioned to me to go get the ring properly fitted cause it was loose. Regretfully, so I thought, I didn’t listen....

    So how did it happen. My wife bought a dog that I had no interest in. We had two others. And I didn’t want to train another pup. So it was “her” dog. But you know how that goes. I fell in love with the lil one. So I’m outside in the driveway, we live way out in the country so our driveway is a dirt road, and on the first toss of the dog toy, Oh No! My ring... it’s gone... me and my buddy looked for hours. Nothing. Nowhere. It’s lost. Everyday I’d go out and look. As did my wife and other friends. We’d come up empty handed each and every time. We did this for days. Several days after losing it, I was having a buddy come visit who was going to stay with me for two weeks to help me move out of the house we were selling. Even more frustration around the lost ring. You see, my buddy was coming to help us pack up and move out. We had bought another home 4 hours away. That added some extra stress. Cause I knew my time to find it was limited. And with the move and all, how in the world will I find the time.

    So my buddy talked me into buying a metal detector from big five. It was nothing special of a machine, just your normal low quality metal detector. We looked for days and weeks when we had the time. Nothing. Empty handed every time. It was doing a number on me. I felt as if I was missing a part of my body. I couldn’t help but think about it often as I looked down on my finger. And to make matters worse, my wife always gave me a hard time for wearing it on the right finger, cause that’s where it fit best. It was way looser on the left finger. So be it. Every time I went back to the property and I walked past that spot, I felt it, I would feel that loss.

    Now you see, I could have had the ring maker make us another ring. But there was something special and magical about our ceremony and gathering. It was a weekend long event. And the magic that happened on that weekend was a once in a lifetime kind of thing. And all that magic, I believe, took form in those rings. So I had to find that ring. I couldn’t give up just yet.

    Fast forward two months later. My buddy mentions to me that there are specialty detectors that can target specific types of metal, like in my case, white gold. Some days went by till I decided to look into a possible rental of one of these machines. Upon my search, I came across an article on a farmers insurance website, who I have insurance through, that spoke about a gentleman in Southern California who did the good deed of helping to find personal property lost along that coastline on the local beaches. It spoke about how he did it as a good dead cause he understood the sentimental value that these articles behold. I was elated. There was a phone number. I reached out to Stan by sending a text message to see if he could help. As I waited for a response I dug deeper. I noticed there was a website.TheRingFinder.com. I visited the page and not before long, Stan reached out to tell me about the site. I’m already there I said. And thanked him for responding and for the work he had done. So as I was reading through the site, I saw a section that allowed for searching a ring finder in our area. I put in the zip code and bam.

    There was a ring finder here. I clicked on his name and to my dismay, it was an old friend whom I have not seen in many years. What an interesting coincidence. I had remembered when Ryson was younger, he was chatting about wanting to get a metal detector and find lost jewelry. To see that he was using some of his time for this made me smile. Cause he might be able to help me and we can also reconnect. It’s been an extremely long time since we’ve seen each other. So I grabbed the phone and gave him a ring.

    He picked up the phone and asked him if he remembered me. He said of course. I told him my story and he said, “I can be there tomorrow.” Well I’m not around tomorrow as I now live 4 hours away. Told him I’d call him back to let him know when I can make it. It just so happened that the following day I found out that I had to go back to that area in the coming days. So I phoned Ryson up and said I can be there Thursday and asked if that worked for him. He said definitely. The previous day, my wife’s dad phoned me and said “I can’t stop thinking about that ring. Maybe it’s not where you’re looking. Maybe it’s behind you, or somewhere you’re not thinking about.” I said I feel like I looked, but will take that into consideration. So Ryson and I met up and he went to work. I had some errands to run and so I left him and his daughter who came along to get to work. I was gone for about 4 hours with no reception.

    As I got back into service all these texts appeared. “Still no sign yet. Can you share anymore information?” My stomach sank. As I drove back I started thinking about buying a new ring. I must say, it didn’t feel good at all and I felt crushed. I stopped to pick him and his daughter up some lunch for their trouble. So I get back to the property and step out of the truck. Just as I step out and face Ryson, Bam! My ring is between his thumb and his pointer finger! I was the happiest Individual you’ve ever seen.

    How in the world did you do it I said. “Come with with me,” he says. He points to the pine needles under a fallen branch. It was sitting right there, perfectly being preserved. I could have seen it with my both eyes. But we kept assuming it was over there, where the dog toy was tossed. As opposed to where the arm goes after you throw. Kind of where my father in law said it would be. Ryson then proceeded to tell me that he just went back to the spot I told him I stood in when I threw the toy.

    He played it over and over again. Even to the point of tossing his own ring. And then, at one moments notice, he realised that the arm crosses over and maybe the ring went to the left. And as he thought this, and his eyes moved in the direction. Bam. He saw it glistening on the bed of pine needles. He found it without even using the metal detector. Now that’s good investigative work. Cause I thought I had looked. But to be real, my belief, is that the universe had a bigger plan. I was supposed to lose that ring so that I can go on this journey, even though it didn’t appear positive in the moment, to rediscover an old friendship. And to see his now teenage daughter who I only knew as a new born.

    The universe works in mysterious ways. And this was one of those mysterious ways. Thanks for reading my story. And thanks to all those amazing ring finders out there helping people reconnect with these very sentimental pieces of life. And in these days and times, this means that much more. There will never be any way to truly repay you guys for what you do. But know that I, we, give so much thanks for you ring finders.

  • He is a ring finding super hero...
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    Yes we were so grateful to Richard. He is a ring finding super hero and Mum was really pleased to be reunited with her ring. A miracle!

  • They were fantastic!! I would highly recommend them to anyone!
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    David and his daughter were at my house in Lockport yesterday July 31st and after about 45 minutes they located my husbands lost wedding ring. They were fantastic!! I would highly recommend them to anyone! Thanks again for your help!!

  • I’m very thankful to God that I found Jeff to help me. Jeff is the guy who will go above and beyond to help anyone! Thank you Jeff!!
    testimonial for Jeff Morgan (2021)

    Jeff Morgan is a savior and gem of a person! My personal story starts off with losing my heirloom wedding ring in a snow covered national park in Seattle. I had lost all hopes of retrieving it and in that hopelessness I googled how to deal with losing a wedding ring and I found TheRingFinders.com I was surprised that such services exist and that they genuinely want to help. So I called Jeff who is one of the most experienced ring finders in Washington state. I am glad I connected with him since he is very detailed in asking the right questions and was prompt to schedule some time to head to the location where I assumed to have lost my ring. He had the tools and experience backing him on his journey to find my ring. Unfortunately, that day he couldn’t find it. However, he didn’t end his effort there. He informed the rangers and the maintenance people working there in case they find the ring once the snow melts. Jeff also shared some tips with me on how I can follow up to find the ring. That communication helped, since one day he was contacted by one of the maintenance employees who informed him that a ring with my description was found once the snow had melted! Jeff was proactive to inform me and even got me connected to the maintenance employee. Finally due to Jeff’s communication, experience and commitment towards helping people to find their lost items, I got my ring back! It was unbelievable and I’m very thankful to God that I found Jeff to help me. Jeff is the guy who will go above and beyond to help anyone! Thank you Jeff!!

    Regards,

    Nancy - California

  • You saved the day!
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    You are such a hero! You put my mind at ease the minute I spoke to you. Quick answer, quick response, and a quick find. Thank you so so much. You saved the day!

  • I feel incredibly blessed to have found Mr. Nichols...
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    We were devastated when we couldn’t find my husband ring. I feel incredibly blessed to have found Mr. Nichols and that he reunited us with his ring. Beyond grateful.

  • My wife and I are very happy with Norm’s service!
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    Norm was an awesome guy to work with! He was very professional and really went above and beyond to find my wedding ring. His determination and ingenuity in this search resulted in returning this very sentimental item to me by my second wedding anniversary! Would absolutely hire again and trust him with any search. My wife and I are very happy with Norm’s service!

  • Very happy with this service and will be recommending you to everyone...
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    Thank you so much for your help Stephane. Without you, it never would have been found. I thought I would have found it by skimming the water with goggles, looking at the surface. I never would have guessed that it had gone 10 inches below the sand. Very happy with this service and will be recommending you to everyone I come across across that has lost a ring

  • Thanks again, Steven. I appreciate what you did for me!
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    I found Steven's listing on theringfinders.com, and immediately texted him to see if he would be able to look for my ring. Steven responded quickly, and was able to immediately go to the beach I was at to search in the target area I had provided. He communicated frequently with me and provided updates throughout the search process. Steven was persistent in his search, and was able to recover my ring for me. He shipped it the next day and provided a copy of the receipt and tracking number. He continued to check in with me throughout the next several days to make sure I had received my ring. Steven went above and beyond in his recovery efforts, and I appreciate everything he did to help me out.

    Thanks again, Steven. I appreciate what you did for me!

    Jesse

  • The first thing that popped up “The Ring Finders”. I read some of the comments on the site and thought wow!!
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    Kai thank you for comming out to the Westside to help me find my wedding ring. It’s been 2 long days of so little rest, stressed, and thinking is there people out on oahu who looks for loss jewelry????

    Also I didn’t know how to tell my husband that I lost my wedding in the ocean while taking my kids for a swim at the beach.

    I was so sadden that he asked me whats wrong?? Are you ok?? In the mean time I told him and he said why didn’t you take it off before you went swimming and I said it was tight on my finger I didn’t think it would fall off. I grabbed my phone an googeled jewelry finders on oahu. The first thing that popped up “The Ring Finders”. I read some of the comments on the site and thought wow!!! Some of the stories are in the ocean where it’s deep. Immediately I look for a contact number on the site.

    I called an spoke with a guy name Joe who said I currently can’t go in the ocean right now but I know a guy who would help. So he texted me the guys name and number. I immediately called kai and he answered!!! I told him a guy name Joe gave his number to me because I’m currently in a situation where I needed someone to help me find my wedding ring in the ocean.

    He said hi.my name is kai. What happened, how can I help you. So I told him I lost my wedding ring in the ocean and need some help finding it. Would you be able to help me??? He then told me do you know the location in the water where you lost it? I said I was in a pond with lots of rocks surrounding me and my kids. He then said did you just loose it? I said no it’s been about 2 days now. Me,my brother in law and my 10 yr old daughter went to 711 to see if they sold goggles.

    Immediately we found 3 goggles in the store purchased it and went back to the pond. In the meantime the sun was setting an it was getting dark. We had no luck finding my ring. We headed back home showered and I told my daughter I’m going back early in the morning because the tide should be supper low and the water should be clear to see. We searched for hours with no luck in finding that ring so that’s why I called you. He then said I have to talk to my wife and I will call you back.

    2 hours went by so I call him and said are you still stopping by today. Is everything OK with your wife? He then said yes while in traffic on my way there someone rear-end me. I’m like so sorry to hear maybe I can reschedule for another day because I know how long it takes when you get in to a car accident. He’s like no I’m settling things here an ill be there. About 10 mins he calls and he said I’m at the beach waiting. Me and all my kids head to the beach to tell him where I think it fell off in the ocean.

    He searches the whole pond while me and my daughter are looking in the ocean too, and while my babies are swimming In The pond. Finally I tell my babies I’m gonna sit on the sand. I call my sister up because prior to us heading down to the beach she was on the phone with me and I totally forgot to hang up the phone to show kai where I lost my ring.

    So we are talking on face time and my babies come out of the water to play sand. About 10min go’s by and a guy approached me asking if I have a goggles he can borrow because he lost his car keys while surfing. So I told him yeah you can borrow it. He’s like I’ll bring it back how long are you gonna be here. I said I’ll wait because I currently have someone in the pond helping me search for my wedding ring.

    He says ok thanks. When I find my keys I’ll come back and help look for your ring. 5mins after that kai walks out the water and I tell my daughter. I don’t think he had any luck finding it. She’s like I think he found it and I’m like I don’t think so. He approached me and said can you explain to me how your ring looks like again, was you able to find a picture of it, is your husband home?

    I’m like I can’t find a really clear picture of it and my husband’s resting because he is NOT feeling to good at the moment.

    He’s like I wanted to know more about the story behind the ring. Meantime my sister is still on the phone and he says who are you talking to? I say my sister then he says can you tell her to turn on her camera right then he tells her is this how the ring looks like shows it and she yells yes!!!!

    That’s her ring!!!!! I turn to look an he has my ring in his hand I thank him with excitement. I head back home with my kids to get my wallet to pay him for coming out to maili to find my wedding ring.

    Then I’m guessing when I went in the the house the guy that borrowed my goggles is looking for me to return it and help me find my ring. He sees kai at the shower an asks him if he knew where I went because he borrowed my goggles to look for his keys.

    Kai then tells him I found her ring and then he says I told her if I find my keys I’ll help her find her ring after but, you found it and I found my keys everybody wins thank God.

  • I’m thankful to have found this website because if i hadn’t, i wouldn’t have ever gotten my dads ring back.
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    Thanks to Rob Ellis i got my fathers ring back which means an awful lot to me. Rob was a very nice guy and eager to help me out. I’m thankful to have found this website because if i hadn’t, i wouldn’t have ever gotten my dads ring back. Thanks again Rob!

  • We can’t thank John enough and will be forever grateful to him!
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    Thank you so much John for finding my engagement ring! You are a blessing to John and I.

    While I was vacationing in Floridia (July of 2021) I lost my engagement ring of 20 years at Boca Grande Beach (state park). I was completely devastated. I thought it was gone. After a few days, I decided to research how to rent a metal detector and came upon theringfinders.com…a website of professional metal Detectorist. I said, why not, give it shot….so thankful and blessed that I did. John Synder found my ring in the water, three days after I lost it! And, what makes a good story a great story, he found it on my 20 year anniversary of my proposal. John was very helpful and responsive to me and I could tell he loves what he is doing! He was invested as much as us to finding my ring! We can’t thank John enough and will be forever grateful to him! I admit, I was skeptical, but not any more! This was an answer to a lot of prayers and John is really knowledgeable about metal detecting.

  • Thank you The Ring Finders of North Myrtle Beach SC I will forever be so grateful for you!!!
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    I can’t even explain the feelings I had when he walked up to me and said “is this your ring?” When I realized I had lost my ring I felt horrible, sick and so mad!! Jim saved me!!! I will never forget this day, never ever!! Thank you The Ring Finders of North Myrtle Beach SC I will forever be so grateful for you!!!

  • Steven went above and beyond in his recovery efforts, and I appreciate everything he did to help me out.
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    I found Steven's listing on theringfinders.com, and immediately texted him to see if he would be able to look for my ring. Steven responded quickly, and was able to immediately go to the beach I was at to search in the target area I had provided. He communicated frequently with me and provided updates throughout the search process. Steven was persistent in his search, and was able to recover my ring for me. He shipped it the next day and provided a copy of the receipt and tracking number. He continued to check in with me throughout the next several days to make sure I had received my ring. Steven went above and beyond in his recovery efforts, and I appreciate everything he did to help me out.

    Thanks again, Steven. I appreciate what you did for me!

    J

  • utmost gratitude for Lanaki’s skills and service!!
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    My words couldn’t fully express my utmost gratitude for Lanaki’s skills and service!! During the ceremony, my husband and I noticed that although the engagement ring was found in the sand, the wedding band was still missing. He tells me not to worry, we will find it after the ceremony. The ceremony was beautiful and I was fully present in the moment, but afterwards my mind went back to the band. When we couldn’t find it with an initial search in the sand, Lanaki’s wife advised us to stop looking with our hands because we were probably making it worse. She told me that she called her husband, Lanaki, and he was on the way. When he arrived on site to look for the ring, I just couldn’t believe how quickly he was able to find it, within minutes!! I was in shock, a happy shock, but shocked none the less. I know that the ability to find the ring that quickly takes skill! If you’re in need of someone to find your ring, I would highly recommend Lanaki! I was definitely relieved and super ecstatic that he found the wedding band. It was the perfect end to our beautiful wedding surprise/gender reveal. Mahalo plenty from the bottom of my heart, Lanaki! We will never forget the role you played on our special day.

  • This will definitely be one of our best stories to share with family and friends
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    Thank YOU Jeff for diligent efforts and successfully finding my ring which I had given up as lost for good for these past four years. Just by sheer luck I happened to be listening to KIRO last February and since the ring had a lot of sentimental value to me, I thought I’d make one last attempt to locate the ring and reach out to Ring Finder’s, not realizing that there was even such a service available. It’s utterly amazing how you were able to find the ring buried under a layer of dust inside the tiniest of crevices!! You have no idea how happy both Glenn and I are. This will definitely be one of our best stories to share with family and friends. Next stop will be Shane Co. and we will tell them how you found our ring!

    Kelly Midomaru - Seattle, WA

  • Thank you Luke so very much!
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    Thank you Luke so very much! After searching for hours and hours we thought my ring had permanently become part of our vehicle. I can now celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary next month without feeling devastated about my lost ring!

  • great job, Larry!
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    We were there and heard the sad news as we were leaving double arch, so we began to help as much as we could. Larry found it as we were about 50ft ahead, so we made sure to give a big round of applause once it was found. So happy for yall and great job, Larry!

  • I didn't think I'd see the ring again but thanks to Jonathan and the ringfinders they proved me wrong.
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    I called Jonathan and he came by the next day to search for my lost ring.

    I was impressed with his methodical search, sense of humor and positivity during this crisis. I didn't think I'd see the ring again but thanks to Jonathan and the ringfinders they proved me wrong. If you lose something in the Detroit area, don't give up hope, Call Jonathan with the ringfinders!

    Many Blessings,

    Terry Scott

  • Thanks so much, Chris, and God bless!
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    Chris was willing to drive all the way out to Jericho beach late in the night to help my find my piece. It took about two hours to find it because the beach is totally loaded with scrap metal. He was very enthusiastic and welcoming, and I really enjoyed watching him work. Thanks so much, Chris, and God bless!

  • My faith in humanity was renewed that day. Good people who genuinely want to help people do exist.
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    My name is Guyen (Guy) and I was taking my daughters pet Luna for a walk on the Marina del Rey beach on Monday the 21st 2021. Luna loves to play with rocks on the beach by digging holes and burying the rocks. That day was like any other day but suddenly Luna wanted to get my attention and lunged towards me. That broke the necklace. I had a cross, my mothers wedding band that was gifted to me and my daughters name in 22ct gold in Sinhalese. I found the necklace but the other three items just vanished. This was at 5.50pm. Luna and I was looking for the lost items until 7.30pm and decided to call it a night. Before leaving, we marked the spot to come back the next day to look for the three lost items.

    I came home and searched online for metal detector rentals to rent one for the next day and I was unable to find one. Then I randomly stumbled upon the website of Mr. Steve Smith “The Ring Finders”. I immediately called the number and Mr. Smith answered the phone. I explained my situation and he said that he would like to come out that night itself as the beach cleanup tractor can shift the items or the tide can wash the missing items Mr. Smith said that he will meet me in 30-45 minutes.

    I explained this to my daughter who was skeptical and was concerned for my safety as I was going to meet this person that I connected online to look for the three missing pieces of jewelry. She even took my phone and shared my location with her incase this person who volunteered to help me was to harm me.

    Mr. Smith met me at the Marina del Rey beach and we walked towards the location where the jewelry vanished. It was about 9.50pm. I directed Mr. Smith to the location and within a few minutes he found the Cross, my mothers wedding band and my daughters name in 22ct gold pendent. It was unbelievable to say the least. I asked Mr. Smith how much it would be for his services and he said that he would only take a donation. He did ask if it was okay for him to take a picture of me holding the three items that was found. Naturally I agreed as it was the least that I could do.

    My faith in humanity was renewed that day. Good people who genuinely want to help people do exist. For anyone who goes to the beach, I highly recommend that you store the number of Mr. Steve Smith “The Ring Finders” in your phone. You never know when you might need his help. It’s as good as having AAA on the beach.

    Thank you Mr. Steve Smith “The Ring Finders” from the bottom of my heart.

    Guy from Marina del Rey

  • Joe was great...
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    Joe was great, replied to my text promptly, explained the options related to the location and gave a realistic expectation given the level of visibility if it was in deeper water. Communication was great and kept me updated. He did everything in a very friendly and professional manner, and found the ring way faster than I was expecting! Much mahalos to Joe!

  • I hope and pray anyone who goes through this calls you!
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    I hope and pray anyone who goes through this calls you! I truly believe your conversation with Callan helped his memory and without that conversation we would have definitely lost the rings to the county dump. Thanks again! Sylvia Tacoma, WA

  • I would not hesitate to call on him again or recommend him to all my friends or family...
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    I owe Chris a great debt!

    He was able to find my lost wedding ring in a speedy and professional way when I had all but given up.

    He was very passionate about his craft, and you can tell by talking to him that he absolutely loves what he does.

    I would not hesitate to call on him again or recommend him to all my friends or family who

    find themselves in a similar situation.

    Thanks again for all your help!

    Aaron Au

  • Can’t thank you enough for all your help Dave!
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    I Lost my wedding band on the beach and Dave came to the rescue! I called him in the early evening and he immediately left to drive the almost hour to our location. Can’t thank you enough for all your help Dave!

  • We cannot thank her enough, she is a real pro...
    testimonial for Kati Schmidt (2021)

    My son called pretty distraught because he had no idea what to do. Sure, he had another set but why take a chance. Human nature would force the average person to change the locks, especially with a 5 yrs. old child at home.Consequently, I also metal detect once a week and knew about the ringfinders website through a friend who is a member of the site out of Pismo Beach. I reassured him told him to wait by the phone and I’ll get back to him. I went on ringfinders site, put in the zip and Kati’s name popped up, I clicked on it and there she was. I communicated with Kati, responding immediately, she was so easy to deal with and I had no question in my mind she would find them. Eugene had pinned the site where he thought he dropped the keys. To answer everyone’s question why I didn’t take my metal detector and go myself; for her fee of $25 between the Verrazano toll, the Jersey tolls, gas, traffic and aggravation-that’s why. Plus, Kati is packing a much more sophisticated piece of equipment than my little machine and she is probably much better at it and having retired from the phone company and hearing 1000 cycle tone in my ear every day for 18 years I could be on top of it and wouldn’t know. Anyway, Eugene text me on Thursday ecstatic “She found the keys!”, I had no doubt Kati would. She was very modest about her skills when I called to thank her but I was, for Eugene’s sake, very thankful for her expertise. We cannot thank her enough, she is a real pro, and a modest one at that.

  • Joe found the ring. We will never forget this. Thank you Joe!
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    Joe’s post, shared his side perfectly. Here’s our side. While kayaking at Kailua Bay, my wife was swimming ashore while bringing in the kayaks, the ring slipped off her finger and fell into the water. We were roughly 15ft from land so the water was turbulent enough to keep the sand suspended covering the entire bottom making it impossible to find the ring. We searched for hours with help from our friends and, a kind lady and her young son. But no luck, the ring was lost. I thought to myself “Perhaps some person in the future will be able to find it.” We left discouraged and heartbroken. I assured my wife we would get it replaced somehow. Two days after, our close friends, Camille and Andrew, who were traveling with us recommended we look for someone who could find it. They pointed us to Ring Finders. There we found Joe. We were hopeful but realized that asking someone to find a ring that was buried somewhere in turbulent waves and sand was a tough ask. We met up with Joe at the beach. He asked me to point him to where the general area was and we marked it in the sand. He then told me to hold his phone and sunglasses as he waded out into the water like a total boss. Within 15 minutes, and to our absolute astonishment, Joe found the ring. We will never forget this. Thank you Joe!

  • Del is a great person and delights in others happiness. I would highly recommend him and his services.
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    I am forever grateful that Del found my ring. He is so nice to work with and very caring. As he said, he found it in my neighbors yard adjacent to where I was working. I would not have expanded my search to that area as I was not directly working there. Once he found it, he held it up and grinned and I remembered I was tossing pine cones out of my way while working. Del is a great person and delights in others happiness. I would highly recommend him and his services.

  • You are forever my angel on earth God bless you
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    This was truly the most beautiful and emotional experience I have ever had. I felt helpless and sick to my stomach when I initially came to the realization I may never see my beautiful ring again. The guilt was immeasurable.

    Even though ray had told me about all the great experiences he had finding others precious jewels, I still felt like I would never be whole again. The morning I got the message, I didn’t even think that he had found my ring. I had figured he was just letting me know that he was going down to the spot to look again.

    I was driving. I opened up the message and there was a picture of MY RING. My heart sank and I instantly had the most bizarre panic/anxiety attack since the passing of my husband. I know in my heart, my husband, my angel sent ray to me.

    Xavier appeared in my dreams the night before. I had hope, and sure enough, my dreams came true. Thank you soooo much for everything and every second you put into this great recovery. You are forever my angel on earth ?? God bless you

  • There are good people in the world. Thank you for coming out and finding my ring!
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    I lost my wedding ring at a Memorial Day gathering. At 10pm, I found Woodrow through RingFinders. At 7am, he met me at the park and by 8:30am he had found it - a needle in the haystack. There are good people in the world. Thank you for coming out and finding my ring!

  • Thank you x 1000 for your help yesterday!
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    Kai,

    Thank you x 1000 for your help yesterday! Pat and I are so happy we got the opportunity to meet you! You saved our day : )

    I must admit I was skeptical at first. It was hard to imagine that we would be able to find a ring the size of quarter in the vast ocean of Waikiki beach! But you found it!!! Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to help a couple of strangers! We owe you big time! Please contact us when you are in NYC or heading to Ireland.

    Warmly,

    Anjelica and Pat

  • Thank you a million times Steve. You are amazing and the job you do is god sent!
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    My name is Yvette Cisneros. I have written this testimony about 3 times now and I can’t find the right words to express the gratitude I have for Steve Smith. After losing my engagement ring at Redondo Beach , I lost hope of ever finding it again. My mom suggested renting a metal detector online. So when I searched “where to rent a metal detector, the first site that popped up was theringfinders.com. I then proceeded to open the page, saw Steve’s number and called. When he showed up walking down the beach with all his gear my heart felt relief. When he found me he asked a few questions as to where it might have possibly fallen off, so I showed him. (I also had made a barrier around where I thought it might have been). He then equipped himself to start the scavenger hunt. He found a quarter and a penny before he found my ring and let me tell you every time he would get one out my heart just felt like it was going to explode. When I finally got my ring I was overjoyed with emotions. I cried like a baby. I can’t ever put to words how grateful I am to have been able to find theringfinders.

    Also I would love to add… he found my ring in less than 5 min. Which I had spent an hour looking for. Thank you a million times Steve. You are amazing and the job you do is god sent!

  • My wife and I are very thankful for your service
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    Hi Mike I just wanted to say thank you so much for helping locate my ring. After playing in the swimming pool with my son, tossing the ball around and having Sun tan lotion on my hands it slipped right off my fingers when playing catch.. I spent 4 hours on my hands and knees crawling through my yard looking for it.

    I even downloaded a Metal Detector app on my cell phone to aid in my fruitless.

    It was worse than trying to find a needle in the haystack ;)

    My mother did some searching on Google and came up with the ring finders website.. I plugged in my zip code, texted you and you were here that very next morning and found it within half an hour.

    My wife and I are very thankful for your service and I'm so glad we got to connect.

    We appreciate everything you did thank you.

    Eric and Melissa Cotter

  • Thank you so much again for everything and I will keep you in my prayer. Thank you~~~
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    When I had realized I lost my ring at the sharks cove I first panicked but my wife calmed me down that I might have just left it at our hotel room. After the tour, I came to the room only to find that my ring was not there. I google searched how to find a ring in the ocean and many comments directed to just buy a replacement as its almost impossible to find. Thats when I came across this website and Kai so I wanted to give it a shot as a last resort. I called him late around 11pm and during our 30 mins chat, he gathered all the information and confirmed he would head out the first thing next morning. Honestly I was very skeptical that he would find and return the ring. I got a text from him the following day that he is on the way to the sharks cove. Around noon I got a missed call from Kai so I returned his call and he shared the greatest news that he had found the ring!! He even drove down to Waikiki to meet and hand deliver the ring and I really cannot express enough gratitude. He is a truly amazing, friendly, passionate man and he seemed very pleased that he was able to return it back to me. I am so glad I was able to get it back as well. By far this is the most memorable moment in my first Hawaii trip both ups and downs and I will never forget his help!! Thank you so much again for everything and I will keep you in my prayer. Thank you~~~

  • If you’ve lost your ring, call Jim. if anybody can find it, Jim can
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    We (obviously) could not have found our ring without Jim. A day after losing the ring, we were just beginning to accept the fact that it might be gone when we found Jim’s page. He drove 2.5 hours to us, without hesitation. He seemed so confident he could find the ring, that we began to believe he could. Lo and behold, he dug it out of the sand half an hour later. Thank you Jim, your help means the world! If you’ve lost your ring, call Jim. if anybody can find it, Jim can.

  • Unbelievable! Thank you Chris!
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    Chris Turner is a gem! I lost my wedding band by a putting green. I bought a metal detector and searched with lots of help for hours to no avail and then a friend suggested I try The Ring Finders. I was a bit skeptical as we had looked long and hard but after a 45 minute search Chirs found it. Unbelievable! Thank you Chris!

  • You and your buddy Jim B. are a Godsend and we are eternally grateful for you both!
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    Jim,

    When I did an internet search and you popped up, I was amazed at the stories I read and I just knew you’d be able to find my son’s ring! I forwarded him your information; he called you and I texted you at the same time in hopes of reaching you! We both got responses right away and are so grateful that you were willing to help.

    You and your buddy Jim B. are a Godsend and we are eternally grateful for you both!

    Thanks so much again and keep up the good work!

  • There are no words to explain how grateful I am. Highly recommend, 10/10!
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    We are so lucky to have found you!! I’m so dang impressed by you finding not only one of them, but both! Thank you and your wife so so so much!! There are no words to explain how grateful I am. Highly recommend, 10/10!

  • Joe is the first call you should make. He’s a professional through and through.
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    I probably can’t do this review justice because I am so incredibly grateful to have my ring back that words just don’t quite capture it.

    I lost my ring on my one week anniversary and it really had the potential to place a black mark on my honeymoon. My wife was incredibly understanding but I just felt so awful about losing the ring that was present at our ceremony.

    Joe was understanding, patient, and calming at a moment when I was quite honestly losing my mind. He came quickly; he asked the right questions; and he explained his process very clearly.

    He took his time on his first search that night but my lack of guidance took him in the wrong direction (as we later found out). He then showed up the next morning and swept a larger area and found my ring!

    Joe is the first call you should make. He’s a professional through and through.

  • He was very quick and efficient in finding my 24k gold wedding band...
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    On a hunch that their may be people more skilled with a metal detector than myself, I googled "Find my rings". I am so glad that ringfinders came up, and Chris texted me right away and asked when was a good time to call. Once he heard my story, he came what I think was the very next day. He was professional, wore his mask, and was polite and friendly. He captured the experience on camera, which I thought was also cool. He was very quick and efficient in finding my 24k gold wedding band, and recorded my reaction to seeing it again for the first time in weeks. In conclusion, Chris was excellent in every way. Response time was extremely fast, and he is paid on a per find basis. When it came to paying there was absolutely 0 pressure, and he even told me half goes to his grandson. If I had more to give I would have! I would call Chris again, 10/10 times.

  • I will happily recommend him to anyone who has lost a valuable or dear ring.
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    One day in mid April, I discovered that I had lost my late husband's ring that I wore on my thumb. I looked everywhere in the house and back yard but no ring. A friend found an online listing for John Townsand, so I called him in Las Cruzes. He wasn't able to come to Albuquerque for several weeks, but assured me he would come find my ring! He arrived early on May 11 with his equipment and set to work. After 4 hours of searching my acre plus, he found the ring in the dirt behind the garage. I would never have found it!

    John is a sincere, polite gentleman. He works fast and methodically. I will happily recommend him to anyone who has lost a valuable or dear ring. He promised he would find it and he did! HG

  • Thanks again for the recovery. I will recommend you to everybody I know...
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    Thank you so much Steve, you made Charlie‘s day. As you said he has been looking for the ring for months even went out and purchased a Metal detector and did not find anything. He has been very sad about the loss because it meant a lot to him. I did not even know that there was such a person that would come out and find things for you made of metal. Charlie asked me Google it and that’s when I found your name. Thanks again for the recovery. I will recommend you to everybody I know that news is metal.

  • OMG! Joe is a HERO!
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    OMG! Joe is a HERO! As he mentioned in the post, he was just finishing up at the Lagoon when I approached him about my lost earring. He didn’t even hesitate in offering to help. Just asked where I had been when I lost it and we set off to search. After a while I was needing to get back to my car and he even offered to keep looking after I left and contact me if he found it. But luckily I stayed a bit longer…and then heard him say “I got it!” I couldn’t believe it! Sure enough there he was in the water with my missing earring in his hand. I absolutely never would have found it on my own. I cannot thank Joe enough for his kindness, time and energy, and skill in finding my earring. ????

  • I highly recommend contacting him if you have lost something precious. Thanks again Brian."
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    "After several days of searching and increasing hopelessness that we would ever find Kelly’s wedding ring, it dawned on me that perhaps there is someone out there with the equipment, training and most importantly patience and passion to search for this ring.

    I found Ring Finders while conducting an internet search, and we were skeptical that anyone would even answer our on-line request to search for this ring, but someone did—he did so quickly, and it was clear with all of the caring in the world to find this significant part of our family history.

    After my initial conversation on the phone with our ring finder Brian, I felt confident we found the right person. He arrived with a smile, and yes all of the ghostbuster gear to assist him in finding our ring.

    We explained to him what happened, where we thought it might be, and he began his search. Under the deck, around the bushes, in the landscaping…and after an hour or so nothing but some of our kids lost toys and a bottle cap or two.

    He kept us calm, kept us laughing about all kinds of trials and tribulations of life with kids (yes, they played a hand at losing the ring!) ….by the way our kids adored him and helped him (hmmm, maybe not) with the search.

    He responded to all of their questions, and ours, about how he conducts his searches and what he is looking for on his equipment. When we started giving up again thinking maybe this ring is indeed forever lost, I began thinking it is irreplaceable, so what now? Then, Brian disappeared back to his vehicle….and was asking where our dog Milo was.

    My wife and I kind of thought he really must like Milo and our neighbor’s dog Blu who was playing with Milo…after a few minutes Blu and Milo came marching back from his vehicle with Brian, of course smiling, walking along side of them. A cute scene, but it took us a minute or two to notice Kelly’s ring was on Blu’s collar—BRIAN HAD FOUND IT!

    Kelly screamed, we all hugged and high fived, and the entire experience became one of the most memorable of our lives. He explained where he found it and how his equipment and our explanation of what happened gave him the clues to eventually locate it.

    Suffice it to say we would never have found it, but Brian’s passion, perhaps fittingly, guided him to find it lying beneath our rose bushes. In the end, the process to request our ring search and find someone passionate about locating lost treasure, was easy.

    There was no standard charge for his services, rather a donation for how much we thought his time was worth. Even if we had not found the ring, we had so much fun searching and getting to know our ring finder Brian that the experience was well worth the while—I highly recommend contacting him if you have lost something precious. Thanks again Brian."

    James and Kelly

    Germantown, Maryland

  • do not hesitate to call Ron!
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    I was gardening in my backyard and after a couple of hours wearing gloves and taking them off from time to time, I noticed my ring had gone missing. This ring is very important to me as it was given to my mom from my dad when they first started dating 25 years ago. After searching for hours over the span of two days I had given up hope. I tried searching for rentals of metal detectors and I realized that I don’t even know how to work one. I found The Ring Finders website and noticed many people, Ron was able to help. He come as soon as possible, Ron was very polite and courteous. If you find yourself in a similar situation do not hesitate to call Ron!

    Thank you for helping me, and for the professional service!

    Ashley Vos

  • I never would have had a chance at finding my ring without Chris!
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    I never would have had a chance at finding my ring without Chris! I am so grateful that he provides this service, otherwise I would have lost an irreplaceable heirloom. He was so quick to meet me at the location, and very professional and methodical in his search. I hope I never lose a ring again, but if I do at least I'll know who to call!

    Virginia

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  • Again John Snyder thank you so very much!
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    My name is Charlene Bass and on May 4, 2021 I lost my wedding ring in my back yard! I decided to turn my giant compost container (mostly dry leaves) in my back yard, while both of my kids took a nap. I only took the ring off so I wouldn't scratch my son when I had to lotion his legs. I stuffed it in my bra and forgot all about it trying to hurry and do something while they napped. After taking a shower I realized I could not find it. I searced the house with no avail. I knew it had to be in be in the compost I had just flipped. Frantically I spent half a day looking through a giant pile of leaves and food remnants until the mosquitoes get too thick and my kids are telling me it's time to go inside. I also lost another silver ring trying to recreate where I could have lost the first one. My kids (2 and 4) are kicking the leaves around and running through them. We have two drainage ditches that boarder the property. I was terrified of the coming rainy season and that I would never find it. If it was not in the compost it was unfortunately in the ditch. My husband is currently on a state side deployment, so I have no one to help me look for it. He didn't seem too upset that I lost it given he lost his for a few months before we found it in the car a few years ago.

    I find ringfinders that night on a whim. I didn't even know this group existed and am so unbelievably grateful that you all do. Now I tell everyone about this amazing group of people, especially John Snyder. I decided to contact someone if I couldn't find my ring the next day. I spend another hour or so the next day juggling kids and searching. After feeling hopeless I contact John Snyder and he responded immediately and was so eager to help. He headed right home to get his equipment. He got to my house and in no time starting searching for the lost ring. He showed up with with a big smile on his face and was so excited to find the ring. His enthusiasm and positivity made me feel so hopeful that I would soon have my ring back on my finger by the end of the day. He accidentally brought the same side gloves and still decided to look even though it would mean possibly digging through food remnants in the compost. He showed a deep concern when finding a lost tent stake and asked if the kids go barefoot in the yard. Finally after looking in my other compost bin he finds it! I cannot express the joy I feel that he found the ring. I immediately start crying. He never asked for anything except for me to share my story. Being an amazing person he is he even offered to find the other silver ring which I had also lost, but him finding my wedding ring was all that I needed. He said later after finding out that both my husband and I are also military, "That makes the ring recovery even more special, recovering a ring for a Veteran Sister and Brother." Again John Snyder thank you so very much!

  • I’m so grateful. Thank you, Del!!!!!!!!
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    I am sooo thankful. You were so amazing, kind, and thorough… and that look when you found it! Again, I’m so grateful. Thank you, Del!!!!!!!!

  • Ryson found my ring! Amazing and awesome! I’m so happy to be reunited with my engagement ring! I can’t thank you enough Ryson!
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    I am still in disbelief that Ryson was able to find my engagement ring 10 days after I lost it on the beach during my vacation to the Northern California coast. He was very professional and is good at what he does. I lost my engagement ring when I put it on my beach blanket while putting sunscreen on and then I forgot to put it back on. When it was time to leave the beach that evening I grabbed the beach blanket and then walked 10 ft toward the ocean and shook my beach blanket out. I did not realize until 9pm that night that it was gone. I thought it was lost forever. I decided to wait until the morning to look for it and the tide had come all the way up. I looked for the ring for awhile with no success and even rented a metal detector and tried to find it. I spent at least 2 hrs the day after I lost it and two more hours the next morning looking for it with no success and ended up with sore muscles from metal detecting. Then it was time to go home and after I made it home my fiancé told me that a friend told him about the Ring Finder’s website. I texted Ryson soon after and after reading the testimonials decided to give it a try. He texted me that he was at the beach and a few hours later sent me two pictures of my ring that he found in the sand with the comment “Great News!”. It sure was. I looked at those two pictures many times after in disbelief. I have told many friends this awesome story. I definitely thought my ring was lost forever but the end of this story was a good one! I still can’t believe that Ryson found my ring! Amazing and awesome! I’m so happy to be reunited with my engagement ring! I can’t thank you enough Ryson!

    -Lisa

  • There should be more people like you in this world.
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    So today an amazing thing happened Kati found my wedding band in a river. I slipped yesterday and it flew off my finger into the river. (True story) We both were so happy she really cared and took her time to find my ring. I can’t be more grateful and thankful for her help. I was so lucky to have her come today. Kati your a super hero and such an awesome person can’t thank you enough. There should be more people like you in this world.

    Sincerely Joe

  • Again, massive thank you and recommendation for Sean Kelly and The Ring Finders!
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    A massive thank you and praise for Sean! Firstly, a passionate and dedicated military veteran whose mission nowadays is the search and rescue… of your ring. Secondly, Sean is well equipped and thorough; it’s also really fascinating to hear how he does underwater recoveries! But honestly, if it can come off, take it off, before the beach or boat…Finally, Sean has the professionalism and comfortability of a long-time friend. I only wish the day was warmer and we could’ve chatted longer!

    Again, massive thank you and recommendation for Sean Kelly and The Ring Finders! You rock! Keep on Ringing and Pinging!

  • Very grateful of his quick response and successful result.
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    Waving to a friend, my wedding band flew off my hand. First time ever in 60 years the ring left my hand. Looked in the grass unsuccessfully .

    Sent text to Craig Marten explaining my issue at 10:15 PM. He was at my home ready to search at 10:00 AM the next day.

    10:45 AM he found my ring.

    Very grateful of his quick response and successful result.

  • I can be more happy. Thanks Marc.
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    I am so happy not only because I found my wedding ring, sometimes God work on Mysterious way. I always say God sent me to those who need, I was so moved by Marc How he takes the time to share history with others. He really inspired me for his action I drop in tears when he found my wedding ring, but not because of the ring, Its just felt in that moment like finding that kid That he told me about. It was a really a great day to know how important its to be close to your lovely ones. I can be more happy. Thanks Marc

  • Words can not express my gratitude for the service provided!
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    I just want to thank Steve again for helping us recover my lost ring. The stone is a family heirloom and the ring would have truly been irreplaceable. Words can not express my gratitude for the service provided! Finding the ring definitely helped us enjoy the rest of our vacation. You are amazing!

  • It made my birthday one of the most memorable ones ever...
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    It is hard to describe the roller coaster of emotions associated with losing something that is a family heirloom while on vacation. One minute you are having a blast with the kids and the next minute you are searching frantically hoping you get lucky and find the needle in the haystack. The ring I lost was special because it belonged to my father who passed away from cancer. After a few days with no luck searching or calling lost and found to see if someone had turned it in I felt like I was leaving a memento of my father in Hawaii forever. When my wife got in touch with Joe I was hopeful that he might be able to help. When we landed at home and my wife showed me the picture of the ring from Joe I was thrilled! It made my birthday one of the most memorable ones ever and I will be forever grateful that we found Joe! Thank you Joe for making the roller coaster end on a high note! Justin and Susie Busse

  • Wow! He found it!
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    First, we want to thank Ryson from the bottom of our hearts for his quick and professional location of my wedding band. Susan and I have worn matching bands since we were married in May, 1977- almost 44 years. Unfortunately, I managed to lose my band over the last Thanksgiving Holiday when our kids and grandchildren were visiting. I had been on a weight loss program for about a year and I knew that the ring was looser fitting. Sure enough, the band fell from my finger during what I suspected was yard work. My bad. While I also suspected that it was lost when I was cleaning our chicken coop, we looked for it everywhere, but were unsuccessful. We were beginning to think that it had made its way into the garbage or yard waste and was under the landfill somewhere. To say we were sad and depressed about losing the band would be gross understatement. That was almost three months ago and we were becoming resigned to the loss.

    I then remembered that some people with metal detectors had successfully searched for old coins on our property some years ago. (We live in an older Victorian.) Further research revealed that metal detectors can locate gold objects. So, I contacted Ryson and he agreed to conduct a search of our property Sunday (2-21-2021). He asked some questions about my activities at home over the Thanksgiving Holiday. He started with the chicken coop – where I had initially thought it might be – and within a few minutes he reached down about 6 inches under some hay near the coop, looked up and said “Recognize this?” Wow! He found it! I will never forget the look on Susan’s face when I went into the house and showed it to her. We are a matching pair once again.

    Our gratitude to Ryson extends way beyond the modest “reward” he was paid for pulling off this personal miracle. The object of his search can not be replaced and we were and are genuinely impressed with both his expertise and kind manner. We would suggest only that this testimonial be entitled “Ryson to the Rescue” because he certainly did rescue us from what would have otherwise been a very sad event.

    Thank you, Ryson.

  • Thank you so much Dave I don’t know if I can say it enough...
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    Thank you so much Dave I don’t know if I can say it enough. My ring is so much sentimental to me and My husband that there is no other one like it. This will definitely be one of our crazy stories in the books for us!

  • "Wow man, thank you so much, you are a legend!!!"...
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    Hello Chris,

    I wanted to let you know that my experience with you a couple of days ago was one of those stories that I will never get tired of telling my friends.

    It started with a normal Tuesday afternoon, spring just started to kick in and we decided to have paella at third beach with some friends to enjoy the sunset.

    The sunset went smoothly, I had a good time, and once it got dark we decided to pack our stuff and go home. That's when the drama started.

    As I was leaving, I felt my wedding band slipping through my finger and falling in the sand. Since it was pitch dark, I just said: "guys don't move, don't get close to me, I just dropped my ring and I need to find it, please don't walk around this area".

    I was confident that I was gonna find it, we were 6, and all of us got our phone flashlight out and started carefully searching the area. I thought for sure one of us was going to find it.

    40 minutes later I was hopeless, I call off the search, thanked everyone for the effort and head home thinking how the hell I was gonna tell my wife that my wedding ring was lost.

    As I walked home, I remembered a news article about a ring finder and a famous person, but I did not remember anything else about it.

    After coming home, I said hi to my wife and quickly jumped to the laptop to search more about the "ring finder", thankfully it didn't take long to locate a website full of happy clients a name, and a local phone number. I thought it was worth the shot, so I texted the number with a simple "I just lost my wedding ring at third beach".

    After that, I approach my wife, and I told her the bad news. I'll be honest, I was expecting a serious case of "how can you be so irresponsible" or "this is a nightmare" but she actually took it way better and just said, "I'm disappointed but you won't find it there, let's just get a new one".

    The conversation was interrupted by my phone ringing:

    -Hello?

    -Hi, this is Chris, I read that you lost your ring?

    -Yes, I did, I'm so happy you called, I lost it an hour ago at third beach

    -Well, I am at work right now, I will finish in about 15 minutes, I'm willing to go there tonight...

    -Really? Ok, let's do it!

    -Ok, I will go home right after I finish, grab my gear and meet you on third beach in 40 minutes.

    -Great, meet you there, thank you!

    After I hang up, I started debating in my head about how crazy it was to go back to third beach (it was 10.30 pm already) with a man that I never met before, in the search for a ring that I already spent 40-minute searching for. Plus my wife didn't seem so mad about it either.

    But I had a good feeling about it, so I put on a jacket and head to back to the beach.

    At 11.15 the phone rings again, and Chris says: "I'm here, meet me at the parking lot"

    I had a plastic pasta strainer in my hand, and a flashlight, I quickly greet him with a smile and he looks at me and said:

    "you won't need that Pablo, I have something way more sophisticated".

    He opened the door of his car and grabbed what seems like a carbon fibre tool with a seriously cool sand scoop and a metal detector that also seemed very advanced and then said to me "I will find your ring, I don't care how long it takes"

    After this display of confidence and good vibes my hopes went up the roof, I thought: wow, this guy has a very peculiar line of work, I am in good hands.

    We walked to the area where I was when I lost it and he asked me to describe what happened. Then, beeeeep, I played cool, but my heart was pounding, he scoops the area where it beep and said: bah, just a can tab". A minute later another beep, this time, I kept my hopes a bit lower, he scoops and nothing, just more garbage.

    10 minutes later another beep, he scoops and comes back with something in his hand, "is this your ring?" Now I was really about to have a heart attack, I grabbed it but something felt wrong, it was lighter, and less shinny than mine. I replied "nop sorry, this is not my ring, what are the odds..."

    And then, he said, "How about this one?!"

    -OMG!!!! My ring!!!!

    I was off the roof, my happiness was soo real, I couldn't stop thinking about how grateful I was to find this character, to recover my ring, and to be able to bring awesome news back home.

    I wanted to give Chris a hug, but Covid-19 rules dictated a more chilled attitude and I just said: "Wow man, thank you so much, you are a legend!!!"

    We walked back to our cars, I thought to myself, wow, that job must be the most rewarding job ever, this guy is not only very professional at what he does, but he must also get a nice warm feeling every time he does it.

    I will always remember this man, he was generous, courageous (meeting a stranger on a dark beach on a Tuesday night to help him find his ring?) and very professional.

    This may sound too good to be true, but it was exactly as I described it,, one of those stories that rarely happen (to me at least).

    Thank you Chris! You are a legend

    Best Regards,

    Pablo Evans

  • I will recommend you guys to anyone who needs your help!!!!
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    Thank you thank you thank you Kai from the bottom of our hearts. Kai did not have to go out of his way to help us coming from Pearl City all the way to Hau’ula on a Friday late afternoon in traffic to come to our rescue but because the type of man, brother, person that he is he did. Not only did he find my sons chain but we found an awesome man, person, friend for dear life. Such a nice man loved learning what little time that we shared about him and his family and his passion. Thank you Jesus for bringing us together! Would also like to thank Joe for the referral hope your back is feeling better. I will recommend you guys to anyone who needs your help!!!! Lots of Love, Lopes’ Ohana

  • I would recommend anyone to contact him in the event you have lost something of value. Thanks Craig!
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    I lost my wedding band in knee deep water at the beach. The current & waves were strong that day, so I knew the likelihood of finding it was slim to none. As I was looking for metal detector rentals in my area, I found Craig & TheRingFinders website. I reached out to Craig (who responded back quickly) and we had an appointment scheduled to meet the following day in the general area where I lost my ring. I had personally looked for hours the day I lost it & Craig was able to find it within 5 minutes... Truly unbelievable! A very simple & straightforward process & I would recommend anyone to contact him in the event you have lost something of value. Thanks Craig!

  • Thank you so much!!!
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    After a beach sunset picnic we realized our car key must have fallen out of my pocket. After a panicked search at dusk proved fruitless, I contacted Nikoline and she found my keys within no time. Thank you so much!!!

  • I can not express my happiness in words!!!
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    It was really an amazing experience altogether. Thanks a lot, Chris for this help. I can not express my happiness in words!!! This ring really means a lot to us!

  • He was extremely experienced and professional...
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    My wife and I were at the beach playing ball with friends, and I was worried about my ring falling off so I put it in her purse without telling her. A while after we left the beach, I asked her to get the ring from her purse and it wasn’t there! We realized she dropped it while taking out her other items. We and our friends spent a long time combing the beach but found nothing. Two days later we came back with Donald and he found our ring! He was extremely experienced and professional and we are so happy to get my ring back. He took less than 30 minutes. This saved our vacation!

  • My husband and I can’t thank you enough!
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    After contacting Dave he was on his way to help within 20 minutes! In a race with the sunset he made a few passes on the sand with the medal detector, stopped for a moment, and pulled up the ring! My friend and I were cheering from the beach as my kids were cheering from the balcony. My husband and I can’t thank you enough!

  • I would definitely hire Al again and highly recommend him!” - Lynn M.
    testimonial for Alan Yarmesch (2021)

    "We asked Alan to help me find a lost earring at a public park last week. The earring was made with the smallest amount of metal, hardly enough for any metal detector to pick up. Alan was honest about the chances of finding it, which were slim. Neverheless, I wanted to make every effort before giving up. Alan was realistic about the chances of locating it, but regardless he showed up with enthusiasm and encouragement. He was prompt, professional, honest, and patient. The equipment he uses is high-end, and he explained how the settings work so I had confidence in his skills. I would definitely hire Al again and highly recommend him!” - Lynn M.

  • My husband and I would highly recommend this service and Steve...
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    Steve aka Life Saver!!! Thank you so so incredibly much for helping my husband and I locate his wedding band in the pitch dark at Malibu beach! Steve knew the beach so well and helped us find the ring in less than 1 minute. (We had narrowed it down to a box of where we knew it was) My husband and I would highly recommend this service and Steve was a true pleasure.

    Thank you,

    Elizabeth Balasanyan

  • I would highly recommend her to anyone needing this incredibly helpful service.
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    I lost my wedding ring while doing Spring gardening in the back yard. Kati came the day after I contacted her, and was spot on the time she said she’d show up. I brought her out to the back yard and she patiently scanned through bags of debris until she found the ring – it was a great relief! She was also such a nice person. I hope I never lose my wedding ring again, but I’d call her in a heartbeat if I did. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing this incredibly helpful service.

  • this is a story to share, working with real-life treasure hunters – that’s priceless!
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    Treasure Hunter and Ring Finder Ray Pulls Off Late Inning Victory!

    A wedding band that has been on my finger for over 21 years, except for Friday night, as it was somewhere in my yard.

    Rays no quit attitude and commitment after a first pass, a second grid search, raking leaves for visual checks, and after @40 minutes, I heard Ray call my name, on his hands and knees, in the thick of some shrubs along the fence-line – holding my ring!

    Please call Ray: He was at my house within 90 minutes from the time I first texted him! And am glad I opted against buying a metal detector for 2 reasons: 1) a second set of professional eyes with the right know-how and tools pays off; 2) this is a story to share, working with real-life treasure hunters – that’s priceless!

    Thanks again Ray

  • Highly recommended to anyone that needs a quick find if you've lost something important to you.
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    Mark,

    Thanks again for coming to my house and finding my ring. The service you provide is top notch. The entire experience from reaching out on the phone to meeting you in person and watching how you find lost objects was amazing. In my case, I lost my wedding ring in the front area of my property while shovelling snow. There was no way I would have ever found it without hiring you and especially because you found it in the hedges. Highly recommended to anyone that needs a quick find if you've lost something important to you.

    Best

    Nick Dauphinee

  • Couldn’t have asked for a better experience...
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    Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We met up and got right down to business. You made it look like clockwork! Again, very very pleased with how efficient you were. Thank you so much and if anyone is even hesitant on hiring Shawn, DON’T BE! This man knows his stuff. Thanks again brother!

  • You are truly remarkably.
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    Thanks Pete for a truly outstanding effort. I had given up all hope but you wouldn't give up hope even when it was cold, dark, sinister seas and you were wet. Having my family rings back again to hand onto another generation is something I will always be grateful for. You are truly remarkably.

  • Thank you so much Joe!
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    Hey Joe, I would just like to thank you again so much for meeting me out there! I know we were out there for a long time and I was starting to lose hope but I’m super glad you never gave up. I know how much that ring meant to Sharon. I thank God for being with us that day and allowing you to find it even after 2 days. Thank you so much Joe!

  • he is very professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Thank you Ron, again you are a lifesaver.
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    I lost my wedding ring in a friend's backyard and after looking through the snow for hours I realized there was no sense in continuing to search for the needle in a haystack. I figured I could continue my search during subsequent visits or wait until spring and hope that it would still be there. My plans changed when I found Ron on The Ring Finders. I was pleased to see that there was not much risk in having Ron come help me look for the ring so I decided to contact him. He was polite on the phone and was able to meet me the next day. Within a half hour or so of meeting Ron my ring was found, shamefully in the exact spot I had spent so much time looking for it in the first place. Needless to say, I was extremely relieved. If it was not for Ron I'm not sure if I ever would have found it.

    I enjoyed "helping" him look for my ring, he is very professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Thank you Ron, again you are a lifesaver.

  • If you lose your ring I would highly recommend you call Jeff Morgan...
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    If you lose your ring I would highly recommend you call Jeff Morgan with https://theringfinders.com/Jeff.Morgan/

    He rushed out to my house just hours before the big snow and found my ring that I thought was gone for good.

    He’s a super friendly funny guy and is really good at what he does.

    Dominic Legg - Woodinville, WA

  • We are so grateful and would definitely recommend his services to anyone.
    testimonial for Kevin Whitson (2021)

    Kevin Whitson is a lifesaver! I lost my engagement ring and heirloom wedding band out in the snow with my dog. My husband and I searched for an hour and knew we’d never be able to find it. Thankfully he found TheRingFinders website and texted Kevin. He came out the next day and was able to find both rings in less than 20 minutes! We are so grateful and would definitely recommend his services to anyone.

    -Amanda and Eric Harris

  • We are so so grateful for your expertise and kindness!
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    We appreciate you coming out to see if you could help find the ring. We connected and the next day you came out to search. We are so so grateful for your expertise and kindness! So thrilled to have my husbands wedding ring back in our hands. Thank you!

  • If you've lost something cherished, Keith is the guy to go to!
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    "Keith is responsive, super-nice, knowledgeable, and found my heirloom engagement ring I lost in the snow! If you're in for a bit of a story, please keep reading. Otherwise, all you need to know is that Keith is the real deal. My fiancé Greg and I were on our way to watch the Super Bowl when I took my engagement ring off to put some hand cream on. No big deal, right? Well, I never ended up putting the ring back on. With my hands full, I hopped out of his truck and onto the driveway of our friend's house. The ring was unknowingly flung off my lap and into the driveway. It wasn't until we had gotten settled down inside that I noticed the ring was gone. What could have been an easy and routine find became nearly impossible due to a fresh coat of snow on top of about a foot of snow from a recent storm. In addition to this, our friend shoveled the remaining snow from the driveway into his yard after we had arrived, which further complicated the finding of the ring. Our entire group of great friends sprang into action in the search for the ring. We even used a metal detector! Yet still no luck. I was absolutely devastated. Any engagement ring is sentimental, but this is also an heirloom ring, which added even more feelings of guilt and helplessness. Greg began googling "how to find a lost ring in the snow." Google knows everything! He came across a site called The Ring Finders, where he found Keith. He sent Keith an email, and within hours, Keith got in contact with us, and we arranged a search. Despite nearly a 2-hour drive (each way!) and even more inclement weather, Keith made the trip to help us that evening. He assured us that if the ring was, in fact, there, he would find it. He was right! After an hour and a half or so of continued shoveling, chiseling, and searching through the snow and ice, Keith located the ring! We couldn't believe it! We were SO ECSTATIC! It almost felt like we got engaged all over again! If you've lost something cherished, Keith is the guy to go to! Thank you, Keith!!!

  • We are so grateful that Chris gave this story a happy ending!
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    Well it's a Happy Valentines Day after all! On the afternoon of February 13, we had been

    building a snow sculpture in our yard. When I came in, to my horror, I

    realized that my precious wedding ring must have gotten lost in the snow when I

    took my gloves off to take a picture. We searched but couldn't find it. I

    was devastated! Then my husband had the brilliant idea to call Chris

    Turner, founder of TheRingFinders, who had been written up in the paper last year.

    Chris kindly came out from Vancouver first thing in the morning of Valentine’s

    Day with all his metal detecting equipment and sure enough, he found it after

    about 40 minutes of searching. Not only had I dropped it, but then later a

    snow plough had come by and buried it in a mound at the side of the driveway. He

    was almost as delighted as we were. We are so grateful that Chris gave

    this story a happy ending!

  • Thank the Lord for Keith...
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    Just this past year, life was a rollercoaster. My husband had recently gone overseas for a year, and I gave birth to my beautiful little boy. With my husband being gone and raising our baby, not only did he miss the birth, but he will be missing my birthday and our anniversary.

    We decided to upgrade my ring to make last year and this year a little bit more memorable. It signifies the bond we have created over these last 10 years, and nothing can stand in our way. Plus all the exciting things to come.

    When the rings flew off my hand in the snowstorm, I was devastated. The one thing to show and look on of our history together was gone. I searched for an hour before giving up and losing hope. Thank the Lord for Keith for coming as soon as he could and taking the time to shovel over two feet of snow to find my beautiful rings.

    He brought back so much joy not only to me but to my husband who is thousands of miles away.

  • I would never be able to find my ring without Keith!
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    Keith was excellent. I lost my wedding ring after slipped on ice and my ring flew off into a snow pile in a public area at 9 PM. I contacted Keith that night after searching for my ring for a few hours. Keith booked me for a search the next day. He came prepared with a plan and found my ring buried about a foot deep in the snow within the first half-hour of searching. He was extremely kind and quick! I would never be able to find my ring without Keith!

  • We were so glad to learn about the The Ring Finders...
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    "We are so grateful that Brian Rudolph who was able to come to our home with his metal detecting equipment to search for a lost ring. He meticulously searched through our lawn and gardens using various devices.He was careful in the gardens not to hurt the flowers. After less than 2 hours, Brian found the wedding ring which had fallen off my husband's finger while playing basketball in the driveway. The whole experience was delightful. We were so glad to learn about the The Ring Finders - it was a much better option than renting a metal detector ourselves!”

    - Craig and Betsy Slack

    Takoma Park, Maryland

  • Please take it from Emily and I, call The Ring Finders South Jersey at 215-850-0188 right away!
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    So this has been our past 24hrs, from playing with the pup outside in the snow, to losing an engagement ring in the snow, to searching until midnight to give up frustrated. Working from home today, waiting for dicks sporting goods to open so I can go in to get a metal detector in a snow storm, to searching for hours until calling John at The Ring Finders South Jersey. He drove as it started snowing hard again to help us find our ring within five minutes. Thanks again John! Please take it from Emily and I, call The Ring Finders South Jersey at 215-850-0188 right away!

  • I recommend him to anyone who needs to find their ring
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    Jonathan is a hero. While brushing my dog's hair outside in the cold weather, my wedding ring fell off my finger. I can’t thank him enough for finding it in the snow. Jonathan is a true professional, highly skilled, and the nicest person on earth. I recommend him to anyone who needs to find their ring. – Michael Laske

    Best,

    Mike Laske

  • Thank you so much for the safe return of a family heirloom!
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    “Brian, thank you so much for all of your help! My mother was extremely happy when I told her this morning that you found the earring, and I am so relieved that it is safe! Thank you so much, I truly appreciate your service! Thank you so much for the safe return of a family heirloom! When it was discovered that I had lost my mother’s gold hoop earring during graduation pictures, I was, needless to say, quite panicked. I knew that searching all of the grassy sites would be pointless, and was beginning to lose hope. I felt extraordinarily guilty when she told me that it was a precious gift from her sister in her youth. Sentimentally, those earrings were priceless to her. I knew I had to get it back, but didn’t know how. I mulled over my options, but none seemed plausible. Searching on foot proved fruitless. But then I found you - “The Ring Returner” after reading about you on the THE RING FINDER’S website! You were very proactive and had excellent timing. You went to the search for the earring the day I called you! You were meticulous and detailed in your search, as well as being extremely thorough and communicative and eventually…you found it! My mother was extremely joyful at its return, and now all is well…thanks to you! I am extremely grateful for someone who does an act so kind for complete strangers, and one can be sure to trust Brian for the safe return of their valuables. Thank you Brian so much!”

    - Katheryne

    Arnold, Maryland

  • I can't recommend Keith enough!
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    I can't recommend Keith enough! He responded quickly to our call for help and arrived right when he said he would. He located my son's wedding band from a hole it had fallen in. He was calm and reassuring the whole time. This wedding ring was worn by his great great grandfather for over 50 years then passed to my dad, Andrew's grandfather, who wore it over 50 years then to Andrew. So you can see how important it was for us to get it back! Thank you so much Keith!

  • This man is a true Good Samaritan in every sense. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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    While taking wedding photos in the park I lost a sapphire and diamond earring that was borrowed from a lifelong friend. The earring was her deceased mother’s and my “something borrowed and something blue.”

    As you can image I was devastated. Unfortunately it put a sad damper on the afternoon. Finally that night I contacted Woodrow a complete stranger who agreed to meet me at the park the next morning at 7:30 am! What a wonderful guy. I let myself hope we might find the earring with his help.

    After a few hours and much diligent effort Woodrow found the earring under an inch or dirt. One of us must have stepped on it during our initial search. I cried with relief and joy.

    When saying our goodbyes I had to pressure Woodrow to take a reward; often he only asks for gas money, but he deserves so much more. If you can financially support his work so he can help others please do.

    This man is a true Good Samaritan in every sense.

    Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    Linda

  • "By far one of the most professional people that I've ever come across...
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    "By far one of the most professional people that I've ever come across. Took my worry and made it his

    worry, in turn, he found my wife's ring. I'm beyond words, when describing the happiness that I feel. I am grateful, appreciative and thankful for finding you Brian. Thank you and I pray for the best in any and all of your endeavors!"

    - Niesh and Peter

    Bel Air, Maryland

  • would highly recommend Ron to anyone who needs his services.
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    My husband lost his wedding band in our backyard on New Year's Eve while throwing a ball for our dog. I called Ron and he immediately came out since snow was coming that evening. The weather turned pretty bad during the hunt and Ron agreed to come back when the weather was more favorable. When he returned, he quickly found the ring and we were so relieved. We are beyond satisfied and would highly recommend Ron to anyone who needs his services.

    Thanks again Ron!

    Jess Vasel

  • Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
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    "Thanks so much to Brian for finding my husband's wedding band just about 24 hours after it was lost! We are so thankful for his skill, passion and commitment to this amazing calling, and feel so lucky to have received the recommendation from a friend to contact him! Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

    - Kyle and Shayna

    Germantown, Maryland

  • you've lost something precious, call Brian!
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    "One evening I was hustling to the gym in downtown DC, running late for a workout class. I took off my engagement ring and tucked it into my bag, but when I got home it was nowhere to be found. The ring has huge sentimental value - the band was custom designed for me, and the diamond originally belonged to my mother in law, who recently passed away. My spouse and I were heartbroken. I searched the gym - nothing. We were terrified that it had slipped out of my bag on the street... what would be the odds of recovering it then? After filing a police report, calling local pawn shops, checking eBay, and printing "LOST" signs, I thought if there was any chance of finding the ring on the street, a metal detector would be necessary. I stumbled across TheRingFinders.com in a Google search and found Brian's profile. When I called Brian, I was expecting a polite "please schedule an appointment" response. Instead, he spent over an hour on the phone with me, talking me through every step I had taken since the last time I saw the ring. He was extremely considerate, reassuring, and positive while digging for details to narrow down where the ring might be. He offered to come out that night, but after I got off the phone I decided to take one more look around our apartment. Brian had said that night time is actually a good time to look for a ring because it will reflect bright light. So even though I had already scoured our place, I turned on my phone's flashlight and looked again. Lo and behold the ring had fallen out of my gym bag, behind a piece of furniture and slipped down inside another container - but it was peeking out just enough to catch the light from my phone. If not for Brian, it would have been weeks, if not months, before I recovered my ring - time I would have spent grieving my most cherished possession. Brian's thoughtful and thorough consultation put me at ease that I had an expert on the case, and gave me the clue that led me to find it. He has clearly seen it all and cares a ton about the people he is helping as much as solving the mystery of each misplaced item. If you're in Maryland/DC/VA and you've lost something precious, call Brian! You won't find a better partner to help locate it. Thank you, Brian!"

    Kat

    Washington DC

  • Once again we’re both so thankful for Joe's hard work!
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    What a great way to start the new year’s day for Elijah and I, extremely grateful for Joe's determination to find our wedding rings. we we’re definitely at a loss for words when we discovered we had lost them but we’re so thankful Joe was able to come as quick as he could and find them instantly. Joe wasn’t kidding when he said “oh we’re going to find these rings”, definitely calmed down my nerves of having my husband losing them. Once again we’re both so thankful for Joe's hard work!

  • Highly recommended!
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    Fantastic service – professional, thorough, meticulous. Great result. Highly recommended!

  • If you need a Ring finder, Craig is your guy!!!!
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    If you need a Ring finder, Craig is your guy!!!! I dropped my engagement ring at night on Christmas Day. Myself and about 12 others looked for hours and had no luck . The next day we woke up early and started looking again and nothing. On Dec 27 I came across The Ring finders and I called Craig, he picked up immediately and said he would be out the next morning.

    He came out first thing on Monday morning and was so professional and on time. My fiancé explained the scenario of what happened and we were afraid that the ring may have gone into the lake but Craig said that he knew it couldn’t have gone that far. He was very professional and knew exactly where to look and was very patient. Craig found the ring in less than an hour. WE WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND CRAIG!!!!

    Thank you Craig for finding our ring.

    Ron & Mel

  • It’s always best to call a professional like Alison...
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    We are so grateful to Alison, who was able to assist us in finding the lost wedding ring. We had bought a metal detector ourselves but had no clue how to determine the difference between a nail in the ground and a ring. It’s always best to call a professional like Alison who has the experience

  • Unbelievable. So grateful for you Kati! If it is lost, she will find it.
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    So I was bagging leaves over the weekend and I looked down at my hand and realized… my ring is gone! We had bagged about 12 huge bags of leaves at this point and it was a true needle in a haystack situation. I emailed Kati that night and she was at my house the next morning! It only took her about 30 minutes to find it all those leaves. Unbelievable. So grateful for you Kati! If it is lost, she will find it.

  • I would highly recommended ted to everyone...
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    You just made my day Ted thank you so much finding the ring for me it really means to me you were excellent finding it you had the patience to find it and were very confident that you will make this happen I would highly recommended ted to everyone and he was quick to when replying my emails and he was here at my place the next day to get started with the search thanks ted for everything.

    Meet Shah

  • To the man who made my Christmas, THANK YOU!
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    To the man who made my Christmas, THANK YOU! I’m so impressed with you without even having met you! You pulled through after a 4 hour round trip, TWO days before Christmas. I truly can’t thank you enough!

  • I would recommend Raymond to anyone who has lost a ring.
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    I can not say enough wonderful things about Raymond and his efforts to find my ring. My stomach had been in knots for two days while the ring was lost and like he mentioned when he found my ring and gave it back to me the tears of happiness just took started pouring out. I was worried I would never see the ring again! I was worried that once he saw the large area to search that he would not want to take on the task but Raymond did not shy away from the challenge. He had a plan and a system with his flags to ensure he did a thorough search and he never got in a rush despite the cold temperatures. After finding the ring he showed us exactly where he found it which I really appreciated. Raymond was so nice, pleasant to talk to, and although I hope I never lose my ring again if I do i feel like I have made a friend and I will gladly call him again. I would recommend Raymond to anyone who has lost a ring.

  • We are thrilled and have the highest possible recommendation for using Kati’s services.
    testimonial for Kati Schmidt (2020)

    My daughter went sledding on a hill by Brookside Dr. after the latest snowstorm dropped about 8 inches of snow in our area and dropped her expensive iPhone. We made three attempts to look for it, using the Find My Phone app and pinging and so on. No joy! I posted about this loss in the Happy Millburn FB group and someone suggested I contact Kati. I did – and am really glad I did! She was efficient, courteous and very single-minded in her effort to find the phone. It took her about 90 minutes. She combed the area around a clump of trees on the hill and went back and forth until she retrieved it. We are thrilled and have the highest possible recommendation for using Kati’s services.

  • She is an amazing soul and great at her job. If you lose something I trust in Kati to find it...
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    I was shooting a music video yesterday and lost my ring due to the frigid cold air. After trying to buy and use a metal detector with no help left I googled how to find a ring in the snow and wallah who would’ve known there was such a thing as the ring finders. I called several people that morning and when I told them my area, I was referred to Kati. Kati answered the phone swiftly and said yes absolutely I will be right there. A short time later Kati arrived and 5 mins upon arrival the ring was found. She is an amazing soul and great at her job. If you lose something I trust in Kati to find it. Thanks Kati. Hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Sending love, vibes and blessings your way. Thanks again.

  • You are truly a blessing...
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    I cannot put into words how awesome Mike is. I was totally devastated & convinced I lost this ring. I went online looking for help and I found Mr. Mike McInroe. He answered on the first call and came out immediately on a

    Sunday afternoon. Mike honestly went above and beyond for me digging through trash and looking through woods in the dark to ensure there was no spot left unsearched. After looking for about 3 hours he came to my door with the good news that he had located it. He didn’t give up and didn’t let the circumstances shy him away from doing an incredibly thorough & successful job. I can’t thank you enough, Mike. You are truly a blessing. If you or anyone you know have lost any type of jewelry whether it was today, last week, or last year; give Mike McInroe a call!!!!!!!!!

  • The Ring Finders service is one of a kind!
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    The Ring Finders service is one of a kind! Chris's dedication and care when looking for something so sentimental is unparalleled. It meant the world to my wife and I that we got my wedding band back after being a bonehead myself for losing it.

    I cannot recommend The Ring Finder's enough. From the moment I called Chris, he was sure he was going to be able to find my lost ring and it kept me at ease. Chris even took the time to explain what he was doing when he was searching for my ring with his metal detector, which established my confidence in his ability to do his job very professionally.

    Thanks,

    Chase

  • Cannot recommend his services highly enough, thank you Tracy!!
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    After losing my wedding ring the day of the first major snowfall in the Lehigh Valley, I was thinking of every way I could try and find it! After some furious googling, it became clear that I had no idea what type of metal detector I would need (let alone how to use it!). I came across TheRingFinders website and Tracy’s name came up as the local expert. He answered my call immediately and was able to make the trip to Bethlehem within 2 days. After a quick conversation regarding where I suspected the ring might be, Tracy fired up his equipment and found it within 15 minutes. Job well done, he’s a true professional! Cannot recommend his services highly enough, thank you Tracy!!

    -Joe Borak

  • You are an absolute legend...
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    You are an absolute legend. Not only did you find my wedding ring on Stinson Beach, but you did it THE SAME DAY I called. And then you waited around for me to drive up from SF, in the dark.

    I am really, really grateful. Thanks for being rad.

    Tristan.

  • Now I will be able to wear my ring on my wedding day.
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    Michael,

    I cannot thank you enough for finding something that was very precious to me. I thought it was gone forever. I am so grateful that you found it! Now I will be able to wear my ring on my wedding day.

  • I really recommend this guy to find what you lost.
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    My husband and I went to walk around the neighborhood last Saturday and I lost my ring after we took the last picture! We were looking at that place for almost one hour with no success. Next day we went with hot water to see if we were lucky but we didn’t have it. Yesterday when Luke came, we went again and he found the ring in 3 minutes. It was amazing and we were so happy. It’s not just a ring, it has too much meaning for us. I can’t describe all I felt in that moment. I really recommend this guy to find what you lost. Thank you very much again Luke!! Blessings

  • I enthusiastically recommend your service to anyone...
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    Thank you, Scott, for your prompt, professional, and friendly service! The above pics are spectacular. I enthusiastically recommend your service to anyone who has needs to find a wandering metal-based treasure. Best of fortune on all your endeavors!

  • You were seriously an answer to prayer and were like an angel sent to us to find my husband’s wedding ring!
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    We are so incredibly thankful for you, Dave! You were seriously an answer to prayer and were like an angel sent to us to find my husband’s wedding ring! We can never thank you enough for your skills, generosity, and help finding the wedding ring I placed on my husband’s finger almost 38 years ago! In less than a month, we celebrate our 38th wedding anniversary. So again, we thank you for blessing us and giving us the best Christmas gift we could ask for!! God bless you!! Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year to you and your family!!

  • We would not hesitate to recommend Gary ...
    testimonial for Gary Penta (2020)

    "Gary Penta is the BEST!!! I will never forget the evening when my ring slid off my finger, bounced on the decking, and dropped into Lake Dora. Not able to sleep, I found the Ring Finders website around 3 am on a Sunday. The next morning my husband and I, along with many friends, desperately looked for someone to recommend a diver we could trust. By early afternoon, I contacted Gary in desperation. He immediately made arrangements to meet my husband at the marina. Bill (my husband) was impressed with Gary's integrity and professionalism. After 15 minutes in the water, the ring was found and the smile on Bill's face says it all. We would not hesitate to recommend Gary and only suggest that if you lose a piece of jewelry, you should contact him as soon as possible."

  • Thanks Evan and theringfinders!
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    I lost my wedding band while playing with my dogs on a snowy evening at my acreage outside of Calgary. I knew the general area where it should be so I spent an hour or two crawling around in the snow with no luck. After looking online for a little while trying to figure out if I should rent a metal detector I found the website theringfinders. After browsing around the website I decided this was my best option at finding my ring so I emailed Evan. Evan got back to me the same evening and after a brief professional conversation offered to come right out that evening and look for it. Once Evan arrived he was nothing but professional and transparent and we were able to find the ring after about 30minutes. I would highly recommend Evan in the future. Thanks Evan and theringfinders!

  • a true act of kindness...
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    Steve,

    I just wanted to send you a quick email to thank you again for the amazing find this afternoon.

    I was fairly certain that all hope was lost and I was preparing for the worst, yet within minutes of meeting you, you had found my wedding ring! Simply amazing! Your willingness to take the time out of your day to drive down to the beach to help a total stranger is a true act of kindness. I am truly grateful.

    I appreciate your time and efforts and hope to see you again sometime down on the water.

    Best,

    Steve

  • I would absolutely recommend him to anyone in search of something precious to them! He is reliable, positive and determined!
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    Georgia from Charlottesville

    I had almost given up hope until, on a whim, I googled “lost ring professional metal detectors.” Luckily, I was led to this site and Ray! He took my call immediately, and we were able to set up a time for him to come to my house right away. It was a scorcher, but that did not deter him in any way. He searched for hours, and even though he didn’t find it on the first try, he was not at all phased. He gave me a plan moving forward and thank God we decided to take another stab at it. Again, Ray was quick to set up a follow up search and the rest is history!

    I would absolutely recommend him to anyone in search of something precious to them! He is reliable, positive and determined!

    Thank you, Ray!

  • thank you Chris Turner so grateful and thankful...
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    I was devastated after accidentally throwing my husbands custom wedding ring into the blackberries, we just celebrated our 30th anniversary and he added some diamonds to my custom ring. I was sick to my stomach thinking it was gone forever. After searching with no luck we called “Chris Turner” (Theringfinder) and gave us renewed hope. Unfortunately, it wasn’t as easy as we thought he too didn’t find it on his first trip out...but with his determination and skill on the fourth trip, he found it!!! Couldn’t have done it without him , and a joy to work with as well , thank you Chris Turner so grateful and thankful

    Patti Lawlor ( mission possible)

  • He was prompt, professional and did a great job.
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    As you can see in the picture, we live in the woods. During fall, the leaves blow around and form little piles of ‘leaf drifts’. The ring slipped off while I was scooping up one of these piles and dumping it into a bin. Since I knew where it had come off, I was sure finding it wasn’t going to be a problem.

    After spending an hour searching the same 10×10 foot area, I broke down and had my wife come help. Still no luck. It turns out a small silver and gold ring is naturally camouflaged to match the surrounding leaves. It was getting colder and darker and the whole process was disheartening. I went in and found theringfinders.com.

    Ray came out and a short time later we got the text. He was prompt, professional and did a great job. I hope not to ever have to use his services again but would no hesitate to call him for any sort of recovery. Thanks Ray!

  • I can’t thank Chris and his wife enough...
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    I was spending a cozy romantic weekend with my beautiful significant other at a charming bistro hotel in Whistler mountain B.C. While there we did a few day trips including one to a lake side beach park.

    While at the park I initiated what I thought would be a harmless snowball fight with my lovely “Vicky” by gingerly lobbing a snowball in her direction. Unfortunately, a very special ring came off my throwing hand and along with the snowball went in the direction of my partner and landed somewhere in the snow-covered ground. I can’t fully describe the incredible value I had for that ring. As an artist not only had I invested many hours in the process of carving a custom mold out of wax but the gold that I used to cast the piece came from many personal sources. 2 family members who had both died of cancer had contributed some of their gold jewelry to make up the almost three ounces that I required to complete the piece.

    Vicky and I returned twice to the area spending a few hours each time to look for the ring but to no avail. Upon returning to Vancouver I shared my disappointment with my sister who had heard of and contacted Chris Turner from TheRingFinders. I subsequently spoke with Chris over the phone. His confidence in finding my ring even in a snow-covered park was incredible. I truly could sense his energy over the phone. He was so positive that it gave me a lot of hope that I could possibly hope to be reunited with my personal treasure.

    The following day when Chris and his wife drove a few hours on the highway and went directly to the park in the township of Whistler. Amazingly within a few hours, I got a phone call from them saying that after doing a technical grid search of the area while utilizing a metal detector they had found my gem! I was gobsmacked with the happy news that they had found my ring!

    I can’t thank Chris and his wife enough. They truly love the hunt and did not charge me anything specific for their services but suggested a donation of what I thought appropriate.

    I still can’t believe my good fortune because of their overwhelming tenacity.

    Francis Buys

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    North Vancouver

  • He’s Like a angle sent from god...
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    Great Guy and Very professional… He came as quick as he could and actually found my phone. I will recommend calling Shawn for anything that’s you may have lost and need to be found. He’s Like a angle sent from god lol

  • It’s truly a miracle and a blessing from God. I can’t thank you enough...
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    Thank you so much for finding the ring for my husband! I can’t even describe how devastated he was about losing it. He is very sentimental and this ring meant everything to him! I honestly feel as though you turned my husband’s depression into pure joy! It’s truly a miracle and a blessing from God. I can’t thank you enough.

    Sincerely, Stacy Stevens

  • If you are missing something of great value or importance to you please reach out to Brian - he is wonderful...
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    “I contacted Brian late on a Friday evening after I had lost my family heirloom diamond engagement ring earlier that afternoon. After searching and searching where I thought it slipped off my finger I put up signs and realized I needed a professional. Brian got back to me the next morning and was extremely kind and responsive. We spoke over the phone and he gathered additional information and then (since I had put up signs and searched already) we made a plan to meet the very next evening (Sunday).

    I met Brian in the first spot where I thought I had lost it. He searched the parking lot as well as my car, bag, jacket - basically anywhere it could have gone missing. I was pretty certain it slipped off my finger and I knew the approximate timeframe, I just didn't know where it happened. Once again, Brian was so kind and incredibly thorough during the whole process. He went with me to two more locations where I thought it could have been. He kept talking me through everything and was so positive as we looked for the ring.

    By the end of the search, we still did not find it. I was pretty sad but Brian was as well. It was clear that he cares very much and really wants to help people find their missing items. We had a good talk and he again helped me think through all my steps that day. As we did I mentioned that I had put away some laundry in a bag that day before I went out. He instructed me to thoroughly search the laundry and my luggage (I was away that weekend) and he told me that he believed in his heart I would still find it. I wasn't sure myself but his optimism was infectious.

    Soon after I got home I let my husband know that I didn't find the ring but I had to search the laundry. An hour later I searched the bag item by item very carefully just like I saw Brian do as he searched my coat and bag. I got to the very middle of the pile and SURPRISE - there was my ring sitting right there!!! It had slipped off while I was gathering laundry and I had not realize for about two hours while I ran errands. I called Brian and he was so happy. I absolutely credit Brian with playing a major role in finding the ring and believe that if i had not reached out to him I may not have found it. Most likely the laundry would have been thrown in the machine and who knows what may have happened to the ring from there. Thank you so much Brian for all your help!

    If you are missing something of great value or importance to you please reach out to Brian - he is wonderful and he will help you to the best of his abilities to get it back!”

    - Debra and Russell

    Rockville, Maryland

  • He really knows his stuff and we would recommend him a million times over. THANK YOU JAMES!!!!
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    There are no words for the gratitude we feel for what James Badgett did for our family today. James, you are truly a godsend!!

    James came out to help my husband and I find my diamond engagement/wedding ring this morning (on a Saturday!) after we contacted him late last night thanks to TheRingFinders.com. He arrived right on time and was ready to brave a cold, rainy day to search a grassy hillside near our home. I had some idea where the ring was but was not totally certain. My stomach was turning with the desperation and fear I felt that my ring would never be found. James asked all the right questions to pinpoint the location. He was very patient, kind, and FOUND THE RING in under an hour!!! He didn’t even mind the chattering of our two boys and their questions of him, nor did he judge our situation in any way. If anything, he reassured us with every step. I cannot begin to describe the relief I felt when James found my ring. I was sobbing and completely fell to the ground. My husband and I are SO, SO, SO grateful for James and his incredible generosity. He really knows his stuff and we would recommend him a million times over. THANK YOU JAMES!!!!

  • We could not be happier with Tracy and would recommend him to anyone!
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    We really did not think there was any hope in finding my wedding band and engagement ring after throwing leaves with our boys but thankfully, we found Tracy! Not only did he find both rings, but he was also so optimistic, determined, and extremely professional. We could not be happier with Tracy and would recommend him to anyone!

    - Kate and Darin Agresti

  • Thank you, Keith!"
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    "Keith came out twice to help me find my lost wedding ring. Great guy who is easy to work with and skilled at what he does. Thank you, Keith!"

  • We both just couldn’t be happier!!!
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    Just wanted to send you a picture of me and Tina with the ring and say thank you again. We both just couldn’t be happier!!!

  • We highly recommend Chris to help you find lost jewelry. He is very personable, professional and does not give up!
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    Chris Turner, from The Ring Finders, was so very helpful and thorough when it came to finding my husband Fergus' wedding ring.

    In October of 2019, Fergus and I were staying at an Air BnB in Agassiz, BC. While sitting out on the back porch one evening, my husband was talking and gesturing with his hand when his ring accidentally flew off his finger, in the dark, and more than likely under the deck we were near. We did do a preliminary search that evening and the next morning but could not find his ring. There was not much we could do at the time, but we did keep in touch with the lovely owners of the BnB, who also pulled up some planks to search for us, but they had no luck either.

    Now, we jump forward about a year later, and I happened to be watching Global News where they showed the story of how Chris Turner found John Cryer's wedding ring on a Vancouver seawall. Well, I wondered if he could perhaps help Fergus and I find his wedding ring too???

    I called Chris and he was so prompt at returning my call. Within a short period of our initial chat, and within a time frame that suited both the owners of the Air BnB, me and Chris, we went back to Agassiz to search for Fergus' ring.

    Chris worked very hard and after a thorough search including prying up each and every plank of the deck, under the last possible place it could be, Chris found Fergus' ring!!! Please note, I had just about given up hope thinking an animal had taken it, when Chris asked me if the ring he held up was indeed Fergus' ring. Please watch his clever and fun video which captures this awesome amazing day ????????????

    We highly recommend Chris to help you find lost jewelry. He is very personable, professional and does not give up!

    Sincerely, thank you again Chris, from both Fergus and I. We are over the moon to have his special ring back where it belongs!!!

    Kind regards,

    Alison and Fergus

  • Thank you Chris, You will always be part of our History on our beloved ring, excellent job...
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    For us, Our ring is the bond of our marriage. The witness of our love and affection. Making us one. Unfortunately, it slipped into the park with our son trying to run around. All the energy was drained. Looking and searching was exhausting. Asking people around. Still Could not find it. Thinking where and when was the last time we had it.

    Then a guy came and suggested to call TheRingFinders. We remembered the Global News about it and call Chris Turner. He returned our call and gave us reassurance and comforted us that he will find it 1st thing in the morning. We gave up our search that day as it was night time. On the next day at

    7am we met this wonderful guy Chris, full of energy ready for the search with his detecting gear.

    We searched as well feeling hopeful. But time passes by and still no sign of it. It's very depressing thinking it's already gone and we have to accept it. After 45 mins. Chris called us and asked if we remembered his words. Is this your ring ????? Wow. The feeling is beyond. Tears of joy came Very Speechless. Thank you Chris, You will always be part of our History on our beloved ring, excellent job hoping you will continue to make people smile and happy by finding their rings.

    Best regards,

    Paul

  • Thank you Jeff Morgan for agreeing to help us…..
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    This truly was an unbelievable recovery. We live in AZ and the rings had been lost on the course for almost 3 weeks, there was a lot of doubt, but I had to try. I kept thinking, a year from now, if I don’t at least give it my best shot, I would still wonder, what if? I am still in shock that we found them. When I look at them, it is with joy like never before. Thank you Jeff Morgan for agreeing to help us…..a 6 hour round trip in the car, and nearly 6 hours of searching. We couldn’t have done it without you!

  • I am so happy I found this service and Steve and will continue to recommend this to literally anyone ...
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    Ok, I seriously don't even know where to start! I lost my mother's gold ring at the beach, at night, and lost all hope that I would be able to find it. I was so heartbroken and was desperately looking online to rent my own metal detector. I didn't think I was going to find anything, but you know, I was super desperate.

    SOMEHOW, I happened upon Steve's site, and man was he a lifesaver! He showed up at Santa Monica beach at 11 pm and found my ring within 5 minutes! When he said 24/7 service, he really meant it!

    I am so happy I found this service and Steve and will continue to recommend this to literally anyone that loses a valuable item at the beach.

    Thank you, thank you, thank you, for preserving my mother's legacy Steve. I am forever grateful!

    Farhanah

  • He can find the ring by phone and or in person. He is a 5-star
    testimonial for Craig Marten (2020)

    Craig is absolutely amazing! I called in the middle of the night( 4am) and he responded. A real professional in communication, kindness, and attitude. You will get a great laugh out of this part. He helped me find my ring without leaving his home. He said on “Sir did you check the car?” I did and I found it. I called back and I understood this man was not about taking individuals' money. He didn’t have anger at all because I found the ring he was extremely excited. Please everyone tell friends that have similar issues to reach out to him. He can find the ring by phone and or in person. He is a 5-star ?? RING FINDER! God bless you, Craig

  • Craig was Amazing...
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    Craig was Amazing he helped us look for our ring two days in a row we were on our honeymoon & my husband's wedding band dropped on the ocean Craig tried for hours & never gave up on looking and he finally found it. We will never forget this thank you so much for everything

  • It meant so much to me that you were able to set my mind at ease and come find the ring
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    "Thank you so much Brian! I was so upset when I first lost the ring and had no idea how I'd go about finding it. It meant so much to me that you were able to set my mind at ease and come find the ring so quickly despite your busy schedule."

    - Katie

    Rockville, Maryland.

  • I recommend Don and The Ring Finders to anyone who has lost a ring...
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    I recommend Don and The Ring Finders to anyone who has lost a ring. I looked for it on three separate occasions with no luck and then contacted Don. I knew the general area where it was lost, and Don found it in less than fifteen minutes. I am still amazed that I got my ring back!

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart Evan!
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    “One afternoon I was walking crescent heights in Calgary with my girls, one of which was a toddler who was on again/ off again getting a piggy back ride from mama. Upon our arrival at home, I felt what I thought was a hair on my neck to only discover my chain had snapped! Well on that chain was a ring left to me by my mother who passed away at the same time last year! I was devastated to say the least, we traveled a pretty vast distance with truly no rhyme or reason to our path. I went into panic mode and contacted the local school, put up posters and walked that area for countless hours- NOTHING!

    The next day I posted something on Calgary lost and found to have someone suggest contacting a metal detector group, and from there I met Evan ( angel to say the least) in our chat I discovered he had already begun searching for the ring, not even knowing one another yet! (The school put out a post)

    We met the following day, I showed him my route, he seemed doubtful yet optimistic as the distance was vast yet contained if that makes sense…?

    This man searched for hours on end, and no ring to be found! Again just devastated. Especially as I was approaching the anniversary of my mother’s passing!

    One day closer to the date, I got a message from Evan indicating that someone approached a metal detecting buddy of his and they believed the ring was found!!! My heart was in my throat- honestly.

    Evan and his friend rushed to get that ring to me, and although that ring was damaged it was the ring!!! The band was damaged but all stones in place!

    Evan went above and beyond to help me find this ring! From his countless hours of search, to holding my hand, and offering encouragement all along, to hand delivering the ring, but days before my mother’s passing anniversary.

    In this case the ring finder was so good, the ring found him! I am forever indebted to him, not only for physical efforts but his support! Words can’t express what this man has done for me and if I ever lose anything again (fingers crossed I don’t) he’s the best guy for the case!

    On a side note there was a cross on that chain too, and he still continues to search for it! I’m amazed at his devotion ( the thrill of the hunt? ????) either way I’m grateful beyond words! “

    Thank you from the bottom of my heart Evan!

  • I am thankful for the internet, for TheRingFinders who share their talents. I will never forget you, Terry!
    testimonial for Terry Causey (2020)

    On October 1st, while working on replacing foundation vents, the ring on my right hand was hurting me as I hammered at the old mortar, in spite of the gauntlet gloves I wore as protection against poison ivy. I removed the glove and the ring which I dropped inside my bra. Don’t do this. I continued working, digging out dirt for vent wells, removing old mortar and vents, sitting, and lying in dirt for half of the day. That night, I realized that the ring was not in the “safe” place I had put it; I mentally retraced my steps which were fortunately minimal. I recalled hearing something drop when I was on an uncarpeted floor in our home, but could not recall where that was. Over the weekend I searched the grassy area around the house & raked the dirt. On the 4th I rented a metal detector for 4 hours and learned that while I could not locate my ring, the yard was worth digging up as there was a lot of response, I made 7 cents. During the ensuing days, I divided the probable search area into a grid with kebab skewers and crochet thread and ensured that no one walked there. My husband raked the area and sieved the dirt with doubled chicken wire. We wore a fluorescent headlamp to search at night in the hopes of catching a reflection from gold or stones. I also desperately cleaned in every nook & cranny and under every appliance in our home. I was becoming increasingly depressed. The ring was originally my grandmother’s engagement ring; it passed to her daughter, my aunt, who had no children, so it passed to me. I wore it with pride. My eldest daughter will inherit it. My grief was compounded by my lack of responsibility and the impending need to inform family members of the loss. The internet, which had educated me on all measures noted above, led me to The Ring Finders. I called Terry Causey on October 12th and he agreed to visit on the 13th in a last-ditch effort before I gave up actively searching. He visited as planned, was calm, realistic, and within 45 minutes, successful. I was overwhelmed with joy as I replaced the ring on my finger; I was holding my 16-month-old grandson who is named after the original owner’s son. I am thankful for the internet, for TheRingFinders who share their talents. I will never forget you, Terry! Thank you.

  • I highly recommend Mike for anyone who has lost something ...
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    Loosing a ring can make your stomach turn especially when you watch it sink to the bottom of the ocean. Luckily a quick google search brought me to Mike McEnroe on theringfinders.com. After a quick phone call and a few hours Mike met me the same day at the New Smyrna Dunes Park where I lost me wedding band. Trying not to get my hopes up I anxiously waited as I watched Mike dive under in search of my ring. To my surprise he was able to locate the ring in less than 10 minutes. While the previous day my friend and I tried for two hours and had no luck! Mike exceeded my expectations by meeting me on such a short notice and on the weekend and finding my ring in a shorter time then it took to get all of his gear ready. I highly recommend Mike for anyone who has lost something metal. Nick

  • It made for a meaningful remembrance for the family. Thank you Mark!
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    Mark went above and beyond when he found a high school class ring from 1972. He tracked down our school and contacted me asking if we had a graduate from 1972 with the initials engraved on the inside. The owner had recently passed but Mark cleaned up the ring and sent it to us and we were able to send it on to the original owner's family. It made for a meaningful remembrance for the family. Thank you Mark!

  • 10 out of 10! Definitely would recommend. Amazing professional, even better guy.
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    This is my story and from the bottom of my heart I am so thankful. I found theringfinders.com by chance, desperately searching the interned for what could be done. I said well even if this is fake, my earring can’t get more lost than it is and took a chance. Rob replied IMMEDIATELY and gave life to this search. I can now tell you, THIS IS FOR REAL!!!

    Rob had been relentless in obtaining permission and a permit to search the field. He had come out to the park numerous times, for multiple hours each trip! He was so methodical in his search: roping off sections, measuring, and recording to ensure every inch of that field was covered. He was clearly a professional and knew what he was doing!

    However, after so many times out, I asked “when do we call it quits?” Rob replied with “well we know it’s out here and I haven’t searched everywhere yet!” This is where I tell you that Rob NEVER lost the initial passion from when I told him how important this earring was to me. Even when my faith faded and I came to terms with at least having my other earring, Rob persisted with more passion than even I had. HE IS INCREDIBLE.

    Rob was alone in his search, so I think it speaks to his honesty and integrity that when he found my earring, he immediately texted me and waited at the park for me to come pick it up. He truly brings so much joy back to people’s lives.

    10 out of 10! Definitely would recommend. Amazing professional, even better guy. Thank you, Rob. Thank you!!!

  • Thank you Steve you’re talents is a blessing. With gratitude,
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    What can I possibly say except thank you to Steve for recovering my wedding ring. I lost it yesterday at the beach with my son and today had to go back and search for myself. Knowing the approximate area and searching for some time I took a break and said a few more prayers. I truly believe I was sent a thought to look online and search out someone who might be into finding missing items. Once I searched on yelp I came across some names but was directed to call Steve Smith. Praise God I did and my prayers were answered, he found it in record time! He is your #1 and only call and I’m grateful beyond words. Thank you Steve you’re talents is a blessing.

    With gratitude,

    Daniel

  • On behalf of my entire family, thank you, God Bless, and Merry Christmas Brian!"
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    "One beautiful August day, my granddaughter, Journey, and I shared a very special moment as I handed down to her a delicate ring that had been shared by three generations, including myself, and my mother and daughter. Moments after receiving this most special gift, the sunshine on the lawn called to her and she found her five-year-old feet dancing with joy. That's when it happened. Horror struck her happy little face as she realized her prized ring was gone. Vanished. She desperately clung to her mother in silent sadness not sure how to tell me what had happened. Quickly, my son and his wife started scrambling on their hands and knees for what seemed like an eternity....but as the afternoon turned to dusk, the search was called off. My husband borrowed a metal detector and searched for days for the irreplaceable ring, still nothing. And that seemed to be that.

    Until four long months later...

    It was coming up on Christmas and Journey's mom had an idea. I received a phone call from Brian Rudolph with The Ring Finders. I assumed there was a slim shot of him finding anything, but his inspiring personality told me story after stories of glorious findings and said that there was more than just a good chance that the ring would be found. He didn't think four months was long at all and proceeded to describe a ring he found thirteen years later!

    That very night he came with his gear to search for the ring. It was dark and cold and pouring down rain, and yet he searched. A couple of hours into the operation, he told me it was time to call it a night. I knew better than to have gotten my hopes up. But on his way out, Brian informed me that someone had just dropped a package in my mailbox. And there it was. Against all odds in my mind, a gift from Santa: the ring! Brian had found it! And not just found it, but made it a magical Christmas gift to be remembered and cherished for all time to come!

    On behalf of my entire family, thank you, God Bless, and Merry Christmas Brian!"

    - Janet

    Springfield, Virginia

  • Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
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    I was not sure I would ever see my rings again…..I thought maybe 1 might be recovered….never in my wildest dreams did I expect to get all 3 back and so fast! It really was a miracle….3 needles in a giant haystack! I am so overjoyed and to thankful for Mark! I know rings can be replaced but the sentiment behind them is what made me want them back. My husband and I will celebrate our 28th Anniversary in Feb and having our original wedding set is priceless. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

  • Thank you again Brian, you're the best!"
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    "I highly recommend Brian to anyone who has lost something of value to them! He will definitely find what you have lost as he found my special heart pendant that had gone missing for two days. If he doesn't find it with his detector, he will definitely find it with his eyes! Thank you again Brian, you're the best!"

    - Yasmina

    Montgomery Village, Maryland

  • We need more people like you in the world...
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    Hi Steve,

    I cannot thank you enough for finding my wedding ring today at the beach. I was so discouraged when I first lost it and then you showed up and were not going to stop until it was found! I appreciate the extra hours you stayed to look. It’s amazing there are such great people in the world. Thank you so much again! We need more people like you in the world.

    Ashley

  • I would totally recommend you to anyone...
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    You were awesome and I would totally recommend you to anyone. I can’t describe how happy I am that you actually found my ring in the Atlantic Ocean, which is a special asset in my life. Thank you so much, Brian! You are the best!

    - Rachel of Baltimore, Maryland

  • It means more than you can know. It’s priceless to me and a piece of my father that is now able to remain with me...
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    "Brian, Thank you very much for finding my ring! It means more than you can know. It’s priceless to me and a piece of my father that is now able to remain with me and my family for generations to come! Again, thank you for your hard work and skills used to be able to return something so important to us as this ring!"

    - Ross

    Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia

  • People like you are what makes the world go round...
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    I cannot begin to thank you enough for taking time out of a lovely early evening to then go help a friend of a friend’s wife that lost her engagement ring. Your kindness is absolutely heartwarming. People like you are what makes the world go round. I was a complete wreck because I thought I had next to no chance of finding my beloved ring. You were very understanding and professional. Your kindness is something to behold. From the bottom of my heart THANK YOU SO MUCH for saving the day.

    Sincerely Nicole L. Foxhall

  • Great service! Thanks again Matt!
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    Matt,

    I am grateful to you for your help. Memories are priceless and if it’s related to wedding band it can lead to troubles as well JK! ????

    Matt was extremely helpful and cheered us as he knew that we were under the stress. He was very patient during the search and did not rest till he found the lost treasure.

    Great service! Thanks again Matt!

  • RICHARD BROWN GOD BLESS! YOU AND MAY YOUR BUSINESS GROWS MORE SUCCESSFUL
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    Its, truly a great miracle to have found about Richard Brown. I was on a family ???? vacation at the Cape. My children were playing in the ocean on the most incredibly gorgeous day in Yarmouth along the beach ?. My kids and I were throwing seaweeds at one another my hands were slimmie and in out came my Grandmother’s vintage rings ???? into the ocean. I learned about Richard by word of mouth. This is why it is important to know that it’s a miracle. Richard Brown is extremely talented and unique. He’s extraordinarily experience in his work took him about a good 30 to 45 minutes. He brought up my rings from out of the ocean into my hands I was so appreciative and grateful I offered him 120 dollars ???? and he didn’t want it but I told him what heart aches ???? he saved me and to take it what he did for me I was speechless and in awe! He really saved my mind and heart from being mentally destroyed forever!! THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR HELP!! RICHARD BROWN GOD BLESS! YOU AND MAY YOUR BUSINESS GROWS MORE SUCCESSFUL ????.

  • This was the bright spot in an awful 2020!
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    Thank you so very much Scott! This was the bright spot in an awful 2020! I appreciate your kindness and generosity to come out and help me find the needle in the haystack.

  • He is the Chik-a-Fila of ring recovery,
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    He is the real deal, I would have been out quite some money but more importantly, my now wife is saved from that kind of a nightmare forever!

    God bless you Del, thank you for the stories, the ring recovery, and a genuinely good time being with you!

    He is the Chik-a-Fila of ring recovery.

  • I would highly recommend using Greg...
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    “Modern Day Treasure Hunter”

    In early June 2020, I was floating a river with 4 friends when I, unfortunately, lost my wedding ring. The timing was less than ideal as my anniversary was the following weekend. I had come to terms with the fact that I would probably never see my ring again when I stumbled upon Greg Bradford’s contact information and thought to myself, “why not?” I told all my friends and family that I had reached out to a treasure hunter to take on the challenge.

    After the first conversation with Greg, I knew I had spoken to the right person. He was thoughtful, caring, and expressed real excitement and optimism about reuniting me with my wedding ring. Not to mention I think he looked forward to the challenge. Fast forward 7 weeks, Greg went to the river on three different occasions to search for my ring. Greg was determined not to be defeated and always expressed confidence that he would be successful. During the process, he got himself certified as a Scuba diver once realizing he would need to be underwater for an extended period of time. After several hours of searching with scuba gear, Greg found my ring. After some humorous texts from Greg, he called me immediately and I could hear the joy in his voice as I’m sure he could hear the shock in mine. It may have been one of the few times in my life that I was at a loss for words. After gathering my thoughts, I immediately reached out to all the disbelievers and told them about Greg’s triumphant success. I can’t express how grateful for all his hard work and for never giving up. Hopefully, you don’t lose anything of great value, but if you do, I would highly recommend using Greg.

    -Swinton

  • For anyone reading, please give Rob a call if you have lost any jewelry. You will not regret it!
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    Rob,

    We cannot thank you enough! At the end of that first day, we were just at a loss for where the ring could be. It was like the ground opened up and swallowed it whole. Having exhausted all other options, I turned to the internet just grasping for straws. We came across your page and immediately I knew we had to give you a call. What did we have to lose?! You were so helpful and optimistic that we could find the ring together, it made me believe there was hope again. Your quick response time (less than 2 hours!) and willingness to travel was so greatly appreciated. We had a lot of hoops to jump through, but your persistence and professionalism made all the difference in the successful recovery of this ring. I still can’t believe we found it, thank you again for everything!

    For anyone reading, please give Rob a call if you have lost any jewelry. You will not regret it! I would have never thought I would be in the situation I was in, or that a man I found on the internet would save the day. But he did, and I will forever be grateful!

  • Steve is the real deal. A truly nice person wanting to help others...
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    I just want to acknowledge the professionalism of Steve Smith of TheRingFinders.

    From the moment I reached out to him, I knew this man was a professional.

    His care in asking the right questions. His ability to arrive quickly. His compassion and quiet fortitude in his search.

    I would call him an angel. I had lost my wedding ring and I had all but lost hope of recovery. I believed it would be a real miracle to find my ring after 3 days lost at the beach. He found it in 5 minutes! It was completely miraculous.

    Steve is the real deal. A truly nice person wanting to help others. What a great job!

    So grateful to have met this wonderful person!

    Pam

  • I couldn't be happier with Stephane's service, and I can highly recommend him to anyone...
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    I had just about given up hope when Stephane arrived. I had lost my gold wedding band the day before. While throwing a ball around in the backyard, the ring had slipped off my finger and into the grass. I searched for hours, even on my hands and knees, and still, the ring didn't turn up. It took Stephane about 45 minutes to do what I wasn't able to do in four or five hours. As for arranging his visit, he was extremely flexible and responsive – he was even prepared to come to the house the very night that I had lost my ring. All in all, I couldn't be happier with Stephane's service, and I can highly recommend him to anyone who has lost a precious item, and who may be on the verge of giving up the search. Thanks again. – Liam

  • I highly recommend contacting Ray.
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    10/10 all around!!

    My husband was so upset when the gardening mishap happened. I wasn’t sure if the lost ring would turn up, or if we’d have to replace it. After numerous attempts to recover it on our own, I ended up calling Ray to help us.

    Ray was extremely responsive and after our introductory phone call, he was out searching for the ring within 48 hours. After a couple of hours searching our property, I was shocked he found the ring! He is so talented, he made it seem effortless. We are thrilled to have the ring returned to this rightful owner.

    If you ever find yourself in a similar situation, I highly recommend contacting Ray.

  • I cannot recommend Greg Bradford enough. He was so helpful and caring during such an upsetting situation...
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    I want to start by saying I cannot recommend Greg Bradford enough. He was so helpful and caring during such an upsetting situation. First, let me explain how I lost my wedding rings.

    It was a bit after 8:30 pm when I walked our dog in the front yard on Sunday night before the Labor Day holiday. I had the dog leash in my right hand, as my dog pulled me towards our street. As we left my front yard by crossing into the street, my dog pulled me through a large spider web. Embarrassingly enough, I definitely did the spider web “get off of me” dance as I felt the spider on my shoulder and its web across my face. When I did this embarrassing dance move, I flung my left hand up and down. I never even felt my rings actually come off. Only as I continued to walk the dog did the horrible feeling sink in… my rings are gone and I have no idea where they are.

    After running inside to tell my husband about my huge mistake, we searched for hours in our front yard in the dark using flashlights. I have never felt so helpless and the emotions begin to get the best of your mind that both rings were gone forever. Around 11 pm, my utterly panicked brain had one moment of clarity when I googled “need help finding lost jewelry in my area”. This is when I found Greg Bradford!

  • He was so kind and helpful came to the beach right away...
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    I lost my wedding ring around 6 pm at Fort Lauderdale beach. We try to look around a lot. Next early morning at sunrise time we went again to the beach look for 1 hour then I called TheRingFinder Craig. He was so kind and helpful came to the beach right away. He found my wedding ring within 5mins. Thank you soo much Craig for coming over and helping us now we will have a very relax and fun honeymoon.

  • He was very friendly and professional. I highly recommend him for help finding any lost precious items...
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    So glad that I found the ring finders! Such a life saver! I lost my wedding band on Monday evening and called Shawn. He answered and was very happy to help. He came by the very next day. It took him less than 10 minutes to find it. He was very friendly and professional. I highly recommend him for help finding any lost precious items. My wife was pleased too and our honeymoon is looking good lol. Thanks for your help!

  • Rob was an angel sent from Heaven...
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    After losing my Platinum wedding band at the bottom of the murky James River with only a rough idea of the location, I was not confident it would ever be found.

    However, little did I know at the time that Rob was an angel sent from Heaven. We got in touch through The Ring Finders and he contacted me right away. After a phone call the evening after I lost my wedding band, we agreed to meet up the next day.

    Through increasingly heavier rain, rising water levels, and swift current, Rob continued his search and found it right before the skies opened up. I really appreciated how Rob listened, his professionalism, and expertise as a diver in search and recovery.

    The second we met in person, I felt more and more confident that he was going to be the answer to my prayers. My wife and myself will be forever grateful for Rob and his services. If you lose your prized jewelry and think all hope is lost, look no further than Rob!

  • This was the most amazing service! Henry was extremely professional...
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    This was the most amazing service! Henry was extremely professional and made me a hero to my mother and my daughter who was so distraught to have lost it!! Thanks so much!!

  • I cant thank them enough and recommend anyone giving them a call if they are in the same situation.
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    I cant thank Leighton and Rick enough for finding my wedding ring. First, sending them an email at 6am and Leighton getting back to me right away was amazing. Second, when they got to the house they were extremely professional and outlined exactly how they were going to find the ring. 3 minutes into looking they did exactly what they said they would do and found the ring. I cant thank them enough and recommend anyone giving them a call if they are in the same situation.

  • If you are looking for someone passionate about retrieving lost items with extreme integrity, Ray is easily the one.
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    As a Marine, I was looking for someone with not only the skill set to find my wedding band but the dedication to actually get it done. I was amazed when I first called Ray about his willingness to hear my concern and immediately come over to search (literally less than 30 minutes). The odds of someone doing that are extremely rare these days. Ray being a Navy veteran made me at ease from the very first meeting. His kind nature and willingness to hear my story was like no other. I could not believe his perseverance in finding my band despite numerous long days of 90+ degrees and extremely high humidity. Ray even got in a wet suit and searched in deep water but would not give up even when my hope was dwindling. I can not explain the excitement and goosebumps I had when he called me late Friday saying “Lyle, I found it”. At first, I thought, that’s impossible given the scope of the search area but then came the photo in a text:) If you are looking for someone passionate about retrieving lost items with extreme integrity, Ray is easily the one. The deepest gratitude to you sir!

    Semper Fi, Friend for Life!!!

    Davidson

  • Your service was so pleasant and professional...
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    I CANT THANK YOU ENOUGH!!!! Your service was so pleasant and professional. I can’t say how great it was to have you in my time of what I saw as a crisis. You seemed to make things fun and distract me from worrying. Your confidence was settling. The fact you drove over 2 hours one way for the chance to help me speaks true to your character. Mike I’ll always be thankful and will speak this story for many years to come. God bless.

  • Highly recommend."
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    "Keith is truly the best. I was skeptical but he went the distance taking a ferry to block island! He found my ring in the ocean!! I had someone else try before him and after twenty minutes he told me it was a lost cause.. Keith spent over 2 hours. On top of that, he’s a really good guy. Highly recommend."

  • Tracy thank you so much for finding my ring!
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    I had lost my ring after throwing it in the backyard on a Monday. We had went and bought a metal detector to try and look for it & spent 2 days looking for it.

    On Wednesday I still couldn’t find it and I decided to look online for ways to find a ring outside. I came across a post that said try looking up local ring finders. I googled the ring finders and the website came up.

    After finding a ring finder near me I called Tracy. He said he would be able to come out and look. When he came out, he was able to find the ring in 5 minutes. Quick, responsive, inexpensive, and good at what he does. Tracy thank you so much for finding my ring!

  • Thank you so so so so so much Kati, it means a lot to my marriage!
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    On Aug.28, I lost my platinum diamond wedding band in the grass behind a parking lot. My fiancé and I tried our best to look for it, but we start to lose hope after 2 hours searching. So I called people on the ring finders website, after at least 7 failure calls (either too far or not available), finally Kati is willing to come though it took her 1.5 hours to drive to my location. I truly appreciate her quick action since the lost place is a public area under construction (and we just travel there not live there). Kati’s metal detector is very sensitive, it worked so quickly that only took 2min to find my lost ring. Thank you so so so so so much Kati, it means a lot to my marriage!

  • You were so amazing! Thank you for being kind and so generous...
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    You were so amazing! Thank you for being kind and so generous. And most of all, thank you so much for finding my ring!! This was one of the scariest experiences I’ve had so, I’m very thankful you came along and found my ring!! Thanks again!

  • Stephane was unbelievable...
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    Stephane was unbelievable. Got the job done as advertised. He was the talk of the campfire that evening. I wouldn’t recommend losing your wedding ring at the beach. If you do, Stephane will find it.

  • Thank you so much Connell, you truly are amazing...
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    Where do I start?! Sunday, August 23, 2020, I was out boating with some family and friends. When I got into the lake my ring felt a little loose. I ended up losing my wedding rings in the lake! I was devastated but tried to keep my composure with everyone else around. We immediately tried to search for it. All of the kids put goggles on and even a few adults started to search for it with no luck. I felt absolutely terrible that I had lost my wedding rings. That’s when Connell came into my life! A friend had heard about what a great job he does so I decided to give him a call. I sent him a picture of where I was on the lake and he promised me he would do his best to find it on Monday. Monday rolls around and he didn’t find it BUT he was very hopeful as there were boats anchored where I had lost my ring so he couldn’t get right there. He gave me so much hope that he wouldn’t give up! Tuesday morning I received a picture. IT WAS MY RING!!! Connell went out Tuesday morning and searched in the exact spot that he had figured out just from 2 simple pictures I had sent him, HOW AMAZING! Needless to say, he brought me to tears when he sent me a photo of my ring he found. My husband and I couldn’t believe he had actually found it especially with the high traffic area of boats and people that go to that specific spot. I can’t stop telling all of my friends how amazing he is. When I picked my ring up him and his wife were so welcoming. He even put together a video for me to jeep of him recovering it out of the sand/water in the lake! If I could give him a 0-10 star rating I would give Connell 100+. Thank you so much Connell, you truly are amazing. Thank you for not giving up and being so sweet! An absolute joy to be around and communicate with.

    Thank you so much,

    Rachel

  • Tyler and I are so fortunate and grateful to have found you, the answer to our prayers...
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    Thank you so much Jim! Being so remote on the island, we had little hope of finding someone with the right equipment and the right experience to help us. Tyler and I are so fortunate and grateful to have found you, the answer to our prayers. Be well and here’s to many more adventures!

  • I found Alan to be most professional and responsive to my needs...
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    Unfortunately, I gave Alan an impossible task trying to find the engagement ring lost thirty years ago. The site was closely surrounded by metal fencing that thoroughly confused the equipment. Despite this, I found Alan to be most professional and responsive to my needs. Should I require similar services again, Alan will certainly be the man I call. Thanks so much for trying, Alan!

  • Matt’s skill was quite impressive.
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    Thanks again! I thought there was no chance of finding the ring considering how rough the surf was but Matt made quick work of a tough problem.

    He was on-site by the next low tide, and already searching before I could come out to meet him. I am very lucky to have my ring back, but Matt’s skill was quite impressive.

  • They’re good honest people
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    I recently lost my Aggie ring while working in my yard one afternoon. Once I realized I had lost it I spent hours trying to find it with no luck, I even rented a metal detector myself but no ring.

    I found Don & Ellen online and sent an email that night. Don called me first thing the following morning and was at my house by noon that day! After an hour of searching, I was getting a bit discouraged but Don was persistent and determined to find it.

    After a bit more searching and questioning me about every step I had made that day we narrowed it down to one side of the yard and ended up finding it along a fence across the yard from where I was working. Apparently flew off my hand while I was washing some mud off. We never would have found it if Don hadn’t questioned my every move that day!

    I was blown away by how much they both cared and I could tell they were just as excited as me to find my ring. They’re good honest people that just want to help those of us that can’t keep track of their valuables!

    T

    hank you again, Don & Ellen!!

  • Jackie & I will always be grateful...
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    Jeff will be a family legend forever. I did not expect him to drive the lengths that he did, and certainly not at the TIME that he did, to recover my ring during low tide at the beach. The dedication Jeff has for this service is unparalleled and motivated by the love he has received from his Lord. The video says the rest. Jackie & I will always be grateful.

    -Jonathan

    Seattle, WA

  • “THANK YOU, Keith...
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    “THANK YOU, Keith, for reuniting me with my one-of-a-kind memento! It is so special to me, and I am so happy that I can proudly wear it for years and years to come.” – Emma

  • John was amazing! I cannot recommend him enough!
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    John was amazing! I cannot recommend him enough! We didn’t see that the ring was gone until we were just about to leave. We searched for an hour and a half with no luck. I thought it was gone for good. John came quickly and found it within minutes!! I don’t know what I would have done without him! Can’t thank him enough!!

  • God bless the Ringfinders!!
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    The Ringfinders rock!

    Christina and Lindell never gave up on finding my ring. After 20 years I had basically given up hope of seeing my UA class ring again. It was so frustrating to know my ring was in that pond but lost forever.

    To Christina and Lindell this a true calling, reuniting people with their keepsakes.

    God bless the Ringfinders!!

  • Mark you are a life saver, thank you so much!
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    I thought my ring was gone forever. I seriously could not believe he found my ring. Mark you are a life saver, thank you so much! My husband and I will forever be grateful!

  • I highly recommend Penny at theringfinders.com.
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    I was on a family vacation up in Redfield NY on the Salmon Reservoir. We were out enjoying the floating dock, jumping in and swimming around. When I realized my wedding ring was missing. It was an instant bummer to a great vacation.

    The next morning my wife told me she had found a service called theringfinders.com. Penny Schutts was located in Watertown and she was scuba certified! So my wife called and Penny said she could be down in the afternoon.

    When Penny arrived, her husband and her asked a few questions on how far out we had been swimming and what did the ring look like. Then they suited up and started working a grid in and around the floating dock. Her husband was making a pass just off the shoreline where it takes a step down, and he found it!

    It was partially covered by a rock and he had seen just a portion of the band.

    I can’t put into words how awesome it was when they found the ring. It was something 12 hours earlier I thought was gone forever. I highly recommend Penny at theringfinders.com.

    Thank you Penny!!

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    Justin M. Roloson

  • You are the absolute best.
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    Rick,

    We CANNOT thank you enough for returning my ring. I still can’t stop telling friends and family about our experience with you and you’re wonderful wife. Everyone was so touched to hear that there people like Rick Browne and the Ring Finders Society. You are the absolute best.

    Sincerely,

    Chris

  • I’d highly recommend Jeff...
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    Working with Jeff was a pleasure. He’s easy to be around, genuinely interested in helping people, and a master of his craft. His process started with a series of questions about how/where it was lost - assumptions were challenged, and facts were identified.

    He then developed a plan for the search and clearly communicated this with me. When he showed up I already knew what he was going to do, the gear he was going to use, and the reasoning behind it all. Using a variety of equipment,

    Jeff methodically searched a 50’ radius from the assumed location of the ring in 36’ of water, with a bottom time of over 3.5 hours, and only stopping when all three of his air tanks were empty.

    While we didn’t find the ring, knowing we did everything we could to recover it was of huge value to me. I’d highly recommend Jeff to anyone looking to find a ring in the future.

    Tom

    Grapeview, WA

  • Lost something? Call TheRingFinders.”
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    “Chris is a legend. I called pretty late at night, and was expecting to meet up early morning. When Chris learned I had lost a gold chain, he knew we had to act fast to find it, and met me within the hour. He’s got the right gear and the right attitude. You can tell he loves finding things once thought lost, but even more, loves helping people. He was determined to find my chain, and with that determination and our teamwork, we left the beach with our mission accomplished. I hope I don’t lose anything else, but I’m happy to know I have a reliable contact in case that happens. Chris is the go-to! I’m telling everyone I know! THANK YOU so much! Lost something? Call TheRingFinders.”

  • Extremely thankful for you...
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    Thank you soooo much for finding my husband bracelet !! You saved our beach trip. It’s our 5 month daughter first beach trip and losing that killed the start of what’s supposed to be one for the books. Extremely thankful for you and your daughter generosity and helping hand! Have a blessed day

  • great services and very friendly...
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    I lost my ring playing catch in the water I was absolutely devastated my significant other Google’s ring finders and Ken’s names popped up Highly recommended 10/ 5 stars found the ring within 10 minutes I was so amazed great services and very friendly, I cannot thank you enough!!

  • the world is a better place because of Chris and his network of ring finder agents...
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    Nobody wants to lose a ring, especially their wedding ring. That's what happened to me the other day when my wife and I sat on the beach and the ring came loose from my finger as I was throwing a piece of rock late, while we sat at the beach to enjoy some time to ourselves. I tried searching with my bare hands and a headlamp for 4 hours in the dark, until I decided to try googling how to find a ring in the sand.

    Lo and behold, I came across Chris' website and after browsing the website for a few minutes, I decided to give him a call (at 4:15am) as the website notes losing a ring in a public area is high risk and I should call ASAP. Chris showed up as fast as he could and he began using his metal detector to scan for signals. After about an hour and a half of north-sound, east-west and expanding the grid scanning, Chris found my wedding ring! I was so happy to be able to find it.

    I'm so grateful that Chris created this "ring finder" network and for him to answer my call and show up within such a short amount of time is just incredible. The fact that he doesn't have a fixed fee and is on a reward basis is what makes him a genuine good-hearted person. I can say for sure that the world is a better place because of Chris and his network of ring finder agents. Thank you Chris!

  • Thank you so much!!
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    I can't thank you enough!! After the first two sweeps, I honestly thought I’d never see the ring my parents gave me for my sweet 16th again. I won't be going into the ocean with this ring ever again..but if I do, you will definitely be the first person I call! Thank you so much!!

  • I would highly recommend anyone who has lost jewellery, keys, etc. to contact Ted ASAP!!
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    What an amazing ending to such a horrible event. We can’t thank you enough Ted for everything you did for us. I would highly recommend anyone who has lost jewellery, keys, etc. to contact Ted ASAP!! He was very friendly and helpful on the phone he even wanted to come out right away it really felt like Ted cared about finding the ring as much as we did. We decided to hire Ted as he seemed very confident there was a high probability he could find the ring. After talking a bit we decided it would be better to come out in the morning as the sun was just going down. Unfortunately we had to return to the city the next day so Ted met with our mom in the morning who showed him the rough location of the lost ring. Ted went to work right away and within an hour he had found it!!! He called us to give us the good news and we really couldn’t believe it. Ted has managed to do the unthinkable!! After talking to him all we kept thinking was how happy we were that we called him and gave him a chance because without Ted our wedding ring would still be buried under the sand and water in Georgian bay. Thank you again Ted we will never forget what you have done for us!!!

  • The greatest joy when it was found...
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    “An 8-year-old placed an earring on my surfboard without telling me and I moved my surfboard. Fortunately, Keith was in the area and volunteered his services to help the child that lost the earring. The greatest joy when it was found was by me since I am the one that dragged my daughter’s friend to the beach and I felt responsible for the lost earring. We had given up when Keith came by and tracked it down in about 5 minutes. A happy ending to a stressful surf session” – Jeff

  • Words cannot describe the joy you have provided us. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
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    What an incredible story to tell! I could not have imagined the way things played out. You have eternally changed our lives. Lesson learned: do not surf with an engagement ring on!!!!! San Diego will forever be engrained in our lives after this. We are so lucky to have been able to connect with you for this incident. It feels nothing short of a miracle, but that just means you do amazing work! We are blessed to have been able to meet you and your lovely wife that afternoon. Words cannot describe the joy you have provided us. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!

    Forever grateful,

    Bonnie & Will

  • Truly incredible man. I’m at still in total shock...
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    Truly incredible man. I’m at still in total shock and struggling with words. I will be forever grateful for the time Richard took to come and meet us and make this incredible story a dream come true.

    Thank you so much Richard

  • I truly appreciate your professionalism and your expertise...
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    Dave, I can’t thank you enough for your help with finding my wedding ring! You were so quick to help, not only with finding the ring but also with trying to obtain a permit to metal detect at a State Park. I am still in complete shock that you were able to find my ring even though four days had gone by-I thought for sure it was long gone! I truly appreciate your professionalism and your expertise and will be forever grateful to you for helping to recover my cherished ring that has so much family history in it! Again, truly appreciate you! Take care and God Bless you!

  • I rate my experience as a 10/10...
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    Clare,

    Thank you so much for helping me find this ring. I rate my experience as a 10/10. Clare was timely, polite, and efficient. I would highly recommend Clare for anyone in the greater Traverse area.

  • He found it!! I’m so very thankful and appreciate y’all so much
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    THANK YALL SO MUCH!!!

    I lost my great grandmothers wedding ring in the lake one evening and was devastated. After hours of scouring the internet for anything I could do to try and get it back. I came across the ring finders page and found don and Ellen’s page, decided to email them to see if it was even an option for me. Don got right back to me the next morning, and was able to squeeze me into their day. By the grace of god before having to leave for another appointment and having come back to try another time. He found it!! I’m so very thankful and appreciate y’all so much for fitting me in and helping me get back something so very special to me.

  • You are a miracle worker!
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    Dave, you are the BEST!! We are so thankful for you and that you and Jeannie could come out on such short notice. You were an answer to my prayers. You are a miracle worker! If I ever meet anyone who lost something in the ocean, we’ll know who to call for sure. Thanks so much again ????????

  • If anyone needs anything found give Dave a call, he’s a class act.
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    Losing my class ring definitely put a damper on my vacation. I was throwing a football around on the beach when the ring flew off and landed in the surf. We couldn’t find it after that and eventually gave up looking because it was getting dark. The next day we decided to contact Dave and he was out by that afternoon. He had me show him the general area I lost it in and started looking. An hour went by and things weren’t looking great. The beach I lost it in was crowded and there were other people with detectors out and about looking for a score. Another hour, nothing. I think Dave could tell I was getting discouraged and he let me know that he wasn’t going anywhere. We redefined a search area and Dave got right back to it. About 30 minutes had passed when he came up and surprised me with my ring – I couldn’t believe it! Definitely would have hugged the guy if it wasn’t for social distancing. If anyone needs anything found give Dave a call, he’s a class act. Thanks and Gig ‘Em!

  • From the moment I called, I felt like everything was going to be okay!!
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    I was incredibly happy when Dave bent over and pulled my necklace from the sand! I really couldn’t believe it! He made me feel like there was hope, even though it’s a needle in a haystack! He gave me clear instructions, which I followed to help ensure the safety of my necklace and increase the chances of finding it! Everything worked! From the moment I called, I felt like everything was going to be okay!! Thank you so much Dave!

  • I will recommend you to anyone because you are good man...
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    You did an awesome job Darrin , I had no hope of finding my baby Gold chain , when it’s drop in the Lake but u brought smile to us again. Thanks so much.

    I will recommend you to anyone because you are good man and very transparent.

  • We will forever be grateful to Stephane...
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    We will forever be grateful to Stephane. We contacted him and he responded minutes later, ready to help. Despite the rainy weather conditions, he was willing to head out and search right away. He was very professional and communicated with us throughout the whole process. You can tell he is very passionate and dedicated about what he does. Thank you so much Stephane!

  • Thanks to Stephane, Ottawa Metal Detecting, and TheRingfinders for helping us recover this meaningful family heirloom ...
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    ****Happy Ending***

    A big thank you to Stephane for helping us find this ring which was not only a family heirloom but also a meaningful event in a global pandemic.

    My partner Rob (the cute ginger in the photo) was heartbroken since the weekend when he felt this ring slip off in the water at Aylmer beach. He was soooo happy that the ring was FOUND!!!

    This ring was not just a family ring but his ring also had a personal engraving of a motto that he holds dear to his heart: “to save lives every day” (in Latin). He is a trained paramedic, ex-military medic (7 years) and now embarking on a new job working with the Red Cross, on the front lines of this pandemic; in long term care centers where the military had gone in to manage the pandemic and where the Red Cross is now taking over the work.

    He is and will be saving lives every day!!! I’m so glad that recovering the ring is a reaffirming of this important promise and a meaningful moment for this front line health care worker (who saves MY life every day!!).

    Thanks to Stephane, Ottawa Metal Detecting, and TheRingfinders for helping us recover this meaningful family heirloom and personal item.

    We were especially happy that rewarding Stephane meant supporting his family and he likes to donate some of his reward to Trait-d’union, a local Outaouais organization that supports autism. Basically a win-win!!!

    Thanks Stephane for being our hero on this one ????

    Maria-Helena

  • Prayers answered!
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    Thanks sooo much for helping my daughter find the ring. She was so sad and when we heard it was found we were so happy. My wife Cheryl had been praying for Gods hand in this search. Prayers answered! Also heard you are writing a book and would be happy to assist in any design needs.

  • Thanks again Tim!
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    Tim was very professional and patient. He took the time to analyze the location where the ring could possibly be. Ultimately he found the ring after just a short time. Overall it made a frustrating situation turn in to a positive memory, Thanks again Tim!

  • Keith is a life saver!
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    Keith is a life saver! I lost my wedding ring on day one of our vacation. Keith responses quickly when I reached out. He was confident and reassuring. After 30 minutes Keith was able to retrieve my ring. Vacation saved! Anyone who needs help with finding their missing valuables should reach out to Keith. He is a wonderful person and true magician.

  • We highly recommend him to anyone who loses something valuable. Thank you Stanley!
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    My fiance had just finished his proposal to me and we were beginning to take pictures with my new ring. We were attempting to take a picture with the ring in the sand and as our photographer was focusing-in on the ring, a wave came and swept the ring away. Our photographer frantically began to dig around the area to look for the ring, and my fiance immediately jumped into the water. I followed him and we were both waist deep in the water, grabbing at anything that felt like it could be my ring but would only turn out to be shells and debri every time. 30 minutes passed and we still couldn't find the ring, my worst nightmare was becoming a reality and as the sun began to set, I started to believe that my ring was gone forever.

    I called my brother and asked him what we should do and he googled The Ring Finders and Stanley was the closest to our location. My brother contacted him and before he could hang up the phone, Stanley was already on his way to us. Stanley arrived quickly with all of his equipment and began searching the area. We watched as Stanley scanned over the area where we lost the ring. Within a minute he scooped up the sand, and nodded his head with a smile. My fiance jumped up and shouted "No way!" Stanley found our ring! We were overjoyed and both embraced Stanley.

    Stanley truly has a talent for locating valuables and allowed us to have our happy ending. He was very kind, professional and helpful. We will always remember how he helped us during one of the most stressful situations in our life. We highly recommend him to anyone who loses something valuable. Thank you Stanley!

  • I never knew the network existed, but am now a believer in TheRingFinders!!
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    Thank you again for finding my wedding ring. I truly thought it was lost for good when it fell into Lake Michigan at 5ft in very rough conditions. The fact that you were able to travel to Ludington, from Traverse City, within 24 hours and find my ring was absolutely amazing. You knew the right questions to ask in order to locate the ring and were very professional. I never knew the network existed, but am now a believer in TheRingFinders!! Thank you so much!

  • Matthew is truly a angel from God inspired to help bring smiles back to strangers faces.
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    I can’t say Thank You for your efforts and time to Matthew Fry enough. I am truly blessed to have found out about the ring finders through a friend from home. I texted my best friend 2 days after I lost them. I was devastated and didn’t want to admit to myself I lost the rings. She immediately texted me back about an article she saw from the today show about ring finders. I googled the link and found Matthew searches the Mrytle Beach area. I immediately called him. He couldn’t have been more encouraging and helpful. He gave me hope in what I though was a hopeless situation. He poured his heart and soul into looking for my grandmother’s rings. A’s you’ve read I have the wedding band and he is still inspired to look for the engagement ring. Matthew is truly a angel from God inspired to help bring smiles back to strangers faces.

  • you are a humble and honest man...
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    Oh Mark what can I say!!!

    Firstly…when I search the ring finders and I clicked on your profile …you just gave me hope ..was something about you that is very difficult to explain..but you gave me HOPE !!

    I was devastated not because of the money value ..it was the sentimental value that made me crazy...

    And yes, what makes you AMAZING is that I call you late the day after which it was a Saturday with hundreds of people at the beach...

    All I can tell you again is that you are a humble and honest man who when that night and gave me hope !!

    You are way much worth ….of the reward I gave you

    Thank you so so much ????

  • Jim was highly recommended...
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    I never thought I’d be the guy who lost his wedding ring in the ocean, until Saturday when I became that guy. I knew I wasn’t going to find it searching myself but still the family and I looked for quite a while. Sunday morning I joined South Carolina metal detectors on Facebook and that’s where Jim was highly recommended. He met me on the beach within a 1/2 hour and found the ring within 2 minutes. I still can’t believe it! I can’t explain how happy I am to have it back. Thank you so much

    Joshua Pagan

  • “The pendant was given to me by my father...
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    “The pendant was given to me by my father with my favorite thing in the world on it, a car, and the patriarch saint of travel, Saint Christopher. This is also where I got my middle name. I’ve had the pendant on me until the day I lost it. You found it within an hour and it was easily the best decision I’ve made. Now I can keep the family tradition alive and hand it down to the next generation… Well, I’ll hand it down as soon as they learn not to wear it at the beach. - Joe”

  • Again, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!
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    Jim, we cannot thank you enough!! We really thought that we would never see the ring again. ???? Even though the ring was insured, a replacement would not have the same sentimental value. I could tell that my husband was so devastated that he lost his ring in the ocean. Again, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts!! The first thing that we are going to do when we get home is to get my husband’s ring re-sized!:) HA! GREAT WORK!!! Sincerely, Shannon & Jason

  • thank you X 1,000,000. We appreciate you...
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    Hi Stan, you have no idea how happy my wife got yesterday she said to thank you a million times so here we go ..... thank you thank you thank you X 1,000,000. We appreciate you and know that God has blessed you tremendously with many good people in your life. You can add us to that list of people my friend.

  • Let’s appreciate that there are GREAT people among us and Dennis Burlingame is one of those GREAT people!!!
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    Words cannot express the sense of emptiness that came over me when I felt my class ring slide off my finger when I was riding that wave. As the ring slipped away, I made several hasty attempts to reach for it, but I knew that the ocean won. That look of loss on my face was enough to upset my wife and my daughter, as they were with me. We spent several minutes feeling for my ring in the sand, but I knew it was gone.

    I had that ring for over 27 years, and I rarely took it off. It’s worn in only a way that time can wear down a ring. Besides my wedding ring, it was the only piece of jewelry that I wore, and I’ve had it a few years longer!!! I called my insurance company and started the replacement process, but nothing could replace the sentiment of that ring.

    A few days passed and an unknown phone number showed up on my cell phone. Normally I would allow the call to go to my voicemail, but something told me to answer the call. The gentlemen on the other end asked me if I was José Mercado, when I asked him who was calling, he told me that he found something of mine that was very special. “No way,” I thought. “My ring?” “Yes, your ring. I was out with a friend on Monday night metal detecting, and we found your ring,” he said. I couldn’t believe it! At first thought someone was playing a joke on me, but I really hadn’t told anyone that I lost my ring!

    Dennis went on telling me that when he noticed it was a Naval Academy ring, he had to find the owner. He found a part of my worn-out name inscribed inside the ring and then he called Jostens. He described the ring to them and as luck would have it, they narrowed the “José” down to me! Dennis found me on Facebook and he even found my work web site and left me a message there, but he didn’t give up until he got my number and finally connected with me.

    It’s easy to get sucked into the sadness and fear and hate that seems to take over the news feeds today. For a moment, please share in my happy moment! Dennis reunited me with a very special possession of mine. I am so very thankful for him not only finding my ring, but for finding me (which I think was harder)!!! My family and friends appreciate his kindness as several of them have commented on my Facebook page. Let’s appreciate that there are GREAT people among us and Dennis Burlingame is one of those GREAT people!!!

    Thank you, Dennis! You are a special human being and I’m privileged to know you!!!

  • You are truly a great human being and I’m super glad I called you...
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    You have no idea how HAPPY you made me and my family that day. To be honest, I really thought I was wasting my time- but seeing you work and try so hard gave me a lot of hope(even if you had not found it- it would have been worth the try ????). You are truly a great human being and I’m super glad I called you(I feel silly for doubting you when I first called you).

  • I am so grateful for TheRingFinders and that I was able to locate a professional so fast...
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    I contacted Shawn Sherrill on a Sunday night late, he was eager to start right away! We spent hours in the dark water searching through mud, mostly me watching from the boat as he pulled hundreds of pull tabs and things to eliminate signals from the area. He was determined that he would find it and assured me he would not give up. I even went and bought a $600 metal detector and realized quickly how much skill this requires and how many tones you have to learn to know which to dig. It requires skill and I knew it was best I sit back and let him look. I could hardly sleep, I got a text about 7:22 am with a photo of my wedding band! I was the happy dude alive!! I am so grateful for TheRingFinders and that I was able to locate a professional so fast that was eager to help! For them it is about the hunt!

  • You're truly are our guardian angel and will never know how much you saved us yesterday.
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    I called this man in absolute distress and tears after losing my 6000$ princess cut engagement ring of my dreams, at Gooseberry Island in Westport. AND MY WEDDING WAS ON SATURDAY, 3 DAYS AWAY. I had spent the previous night digging in the sand, and then the following morning doing the same until it was late enough in the day to purchase a metal detector from Dick’s, but after about 6 more hours of nonstop searching, aided by this new instrument ( even with knowing the exact spot I lost it) I still had no results. At this point, I was lost as for what to do, except maybe invest in a metal detector costing half the ring! Then I did some research and found this website, and immediately contacted Kent. He was on his way and was here from Plymouth within an HOUR. And then found my ring within 15 MINUTES! He was so nice and professional and extremely helpful. When we went to hand him our money, he tried to hand all but 20$ back! Absolutely not, Kent deserved every penny and I wish I was in the financial situation to reward him even more! Not only did he save my day and my WEDDING, he was such an awesome happy go lucky person and has a great heart. Me and my fiancé enjoyed his company and his conversation very much! He was such a sweet guy, and I’m still shocked that this service or these types of people exist! Thank you so much for everything Kent! You're truly are our guardian angel and will never know how much you saved us yesterday.

  • You were God sent!
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    “Jim had a very positive attitude from the start and was confident that he would find it. Jim’s determination and strong will made it possible. Thank you for all you do Jim. We highly appreciate this and will remember this story forever! You were God sent!

    -Simran and Jai“

  • Sean truly was our hero...
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    I had told Sean in my initial e-mail reaching out to him that I didn’t know this league of superheroes existed, meaning The Ring Finders. He joked that not all heroes wear capes, and that some wear oxygen tanks and use metal detectors. Only it was not a joke at all, because Sean truly was our hero.

    After losing my husband’s wedding band in the lake in front of my parent’s house on Father’s Day, I was sure we’d be able to find it in the 6ft of water there. Snorkel masks, rakes, and a cheap underwater metal detector and flashlight did not stand a chance in the deep muck, murky water, and long grass. Not to mention I was 36-37 weeks pregnant and my efforts were limited by my buoyancy!

    My husband tried, our friends and family tried, and even the neighbors took a shot at finding the ring. One of the neighbors told us about The Ring Finders. I was skeptical because it had been three weeks since we lost the ring, but I was desperate for some skilled help, and some closure if nothing else.

    With only one diver in the entire state of Maine, I was worried that the distance would deter him. As soon as we met, I realized quickly that there isn’t much that deters Sean’s passion for reuniting people with their rings.

    Sean was positive, kind, funny, and professional with every interaction. He kept us in the loop of his thought process and what his next strategy was whenever he came up for a quick break to relocate or to change his oxygen tank.

    This man went through almost 4 tanks of oxygen and about 8 hours underwater over the course of two days. When his usual spot for refilling oxygen tanks was unexpectedly closed, he even drove out of his way to Brunswick for before returning on the second day.

    His determination was unwavering and his optimism and creativity kept us hopeful. Late afternoon/early evening on Day 2, Sunday 7/19/20, Sean surfaced with an old pull tab AND OUR LOST RING that had been buried in the muck next to it.

    We all cheered and jumped for joy! My husband has his ring back (yes it’s being resized smaller as we speak) and we have a new epic story of heroic perseverance to tell our son (due any day now) someday, all thanks to Sean!

    We can’t thank him enough for his time away from family, many hours at the cloudy/grassy bottom of the lake, and for finding our ring!

    -Alyssa Grant

  • My husband Scott and I are so grateful to have been referred to The Ring Finders...
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    My husband Scott and I are so grateful to have been referred to The Ring Finders while on vacation in Ocean City. He found my husbands ring within minutes of looking. He had gotten out of the ocean and went to apply lotion and it slipped right off. We just got married during the COVID 19 and finally got to get away and the excitement continued. Thank you for your service, communication, and reliability.

  • I cannot recommend him enough! He is amazing!
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    "I highly recommend Keith and his services. He is professional, easy to communicate with, empathetic, and takes a genuine caring – most importantly – he found my wedding ring within 30 minutes of combing the beach. I cannot recommend him enough! He is amazing!" - Kate Moore

  • Highly recommend his services!
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    After three attempts by me and my family and seeking the assistance of another expert treasure hunter, I was confident my earring was lost forever. Just when I was ready to order a replacement, an email arrived from Jonathan. My email, sent weeks earlier, went to his junk mail and thankfully he checks his junk mail! He agreed to try one more time. The search area was difficult, and it had been almost a month since I lost the earring. My confidence was low, but his skills were exceptional. Within 40 minutes, he found the back to my earring and the earring! I was amazed and thanked him with tears in my eyes. He truly has a gift for treasure hunting! Highly recommend his services!

  • Thank you Mike! I wholeheartedly recommend your services."
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    "It is so nice to be able to text you from my miraculously working phone! Here is my review of your services. Mike is a Methodical Miracle Worker! I dropped my phone in a lake in a paddleboarding mishap. While I knew the approximate area where my phone was, the aquatic vegetation and algae were extremely thick, rendering visibility very difficult. After five days of searching to no avail, I knew that we needed to call in a professional--and that is exactly what Mike is! Upon his arrival, I was immediately impressed with his careful, intentional approach; he uses high-quality, specialized equipment and takes care to search the area deliberately. Despite this being an objectively difficult task--my phone was a "needle in a haystack," buried in a fairly large area with very thick vegetation and varying depths of water--Mike kept a positive, professional attitude in every moment. And the moment he pulled my lost phone from among the lake weeds was one of pure joy. Thank you Mike! I wholeheartedly recommend your services."

  • do not give up and instead reach out to Chris and The Ring Finders. They will find it for you...
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    After four long days of turning my house upside down, frequent trips back to the park where I knew I last had it on – not to mention taking apart my bathroom sink - I had just about given up hope I would ever see my wedding ring again. Having raked the grass at the park for an hour with my dad two days prior, I figured it was unlikely it would turn up. That said, I had come across Chris and The Ring Finders multiple times online while looking for options, and reluctantly reached out despite the little faith I had left. I’ll look back on this decision with joy for many years to come.

    The minute I met Chris, I could immediately tell he was only doing this to make other people happy. He was a clear professional, mindful of COVID protocols, and cleaned up every small piece of garbage he found during the search. When he found the ring after only 10 minutes, he surprised me with it in the best way. I’ll go back to watch that video all the time.

    If you’ve lost something and think you’ve been prudent with your searching but to no avail, please do not give up and instead reach out to Chris and The Ring Finders. They will find it for you. Chris – you are a true legend!

    Devin

  • Cheers erupted, people stared, and I cried when my ring and I were reunited...
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    Over the weekend, at my son’s lacrosse game in a land far, far from home, I took off my wedding rings to put on sunscreen, tucked them into my shorts pocket, and promptly forgot about them. Don’t judge. You get distracted, and life happens. I put up a tent, hauled belongings from the car, got settled in for the day, and then remembered my rings. Lo and behold, my engagement ring escaped the confines of my not at all secure pocket. An all-hands on deck search party ensued with every team parent scouring the area we were in, and one calling the sheriff’s department to see if they had a metal detector. They didn’t but recommended calling Rene at TheRingFinders.com. Rene and her family so kindly detoured from a family outing to help in the hunt. With a detector and pointer in hand, Rene gridded out the area, delved under tent stakes, beneath (heavy and stinky) player gear bags, combed through plush grass, dug up bottle caps, pull tabs, a few vape pens, two nickels, and, after a 90-minute search, my ring, which had been stepped on, buried in the dirt, and completely hidden from view. Cheers erupted, people stared, and I cried when my ring and I were reunited. It is now impossible for me to look at my ring and not be thankful for Rene – her professionalism, skills, patience (oh, her patience!), and sense of humor are now a part of my story.

    I cannot tell you how many people love hearing about you and the day’s events - and, especially, the happy ending! It’s incredible!

    —Lynne

  • If you have lost a special ring, I urge you to call The Ring Finders...
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    If you have lost a special ring, I urge you to call The Ring Finders to look for it. Chris was so kind and came the same day determined to find my lost wedding ring. I loved hearing stories about some of the other people he has helped. He truly loves what he does and to help people find their most cherished items. I simply can't thank him enough!

    Thanks Again!

    Erin

  • Call him as soon as possible...
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    I lost my ring on the beach and I lost my hope to get those Back. However, I found Chris and he found it even after it was 2 days later.

    I regret that I didn’t call him right away...You can find him on Google if you put ring finder in Vancouver. Call him as soon as possible even late!

    He said to call him 24/7!

    Yoshi

  • Your kindness and your efforts will forever be remembered...
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    Thank you from the depths of my heart for rescuing my ring from the ocean floor.

    Regardless of whether it was divine guidance or my Piscean intuition that led me to you, I am eternally grateful for our introduction.

    Your kindness and your efforts will forever be remembered and reflected in the iridescence of the small treasure I wear on my hand.

    Sincerely yours,

    Polina

  • there’s no way we would’ve found this ring without you.
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    Thank you so much Larry! This is a story that I will tell my kids about one day. I so appreciate your help, there’s no way we would’ve found this ring without you.

    – Alex

  • thank you, my angel. I will always remember you!
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    MY ANGEL!!!!

    What was a beautiful day at Fairhaven beach turned into a stressful, sad couple hours for me. We left the beach and came to Pleasant Beach to stay the night and that was when I realized I didn’t have my reed song and engagement ring on my finger. I started to think about where I put them and that’s when I sunk back in the chair I was sitting on and realized that during the last hour we were at the beach I was sitting in my chair right where the water started and took them off to put sunscreen on. I set them on my lap and just got up to put the sunscreen back without putting them back on first.

    The feelings of sadness and guilt set in. I then told everyone I was with what I had just realized. We all got on the boat and rushed back to the beach with our beach toys to dig and dig and dig. We spent a good hour searching. My husband went and talked to the lifeguard and that is when we were given H Connell’s information. We called him right away and he said he would come to the beach within an hour and let us know if he finds anything.

    I was not optimistic at all and by this time I had broken down in tears a few times. I just kept telling myself that maybe there is a chance. Well…..the phone rang an hour later and the news I was hoping for was real! H Connell was my hero!!! Meeting him and him handing me my rings was the most exciting experience. Thank you, my angel. I will always remember you!

  • Unbelievable! He was amazing!! Definitely worth calling if you lose any jewelry at the beach...
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    My daughter lost her ring at 8 pm last night while in ankle-deep water after a storm. I thought for sure it was gone. The following day a friend sent me his link that she saw on Facebook. I wasn’t going to call because I thought there was just no way but I did. He came out right away and my daughter showed him approximately where she thought she lost it. Less than an hour later he found the ring which wasn’t so close to where she showed him. I still am in disbelief. Unbelievable! He was amazing!! Definitely worth calling if you lose any jewelry at the beach, even in the water!! Thank you so much!"

  • Edward Duffey, thank you so much for finding my ring! What a wonderful service you provide...
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    Edward Duffey, thank you so much for finding my ring! What a wonderful service you provide. I spent all day combing through the sand with my fingers to no avail… I probably turned over the area in front of my chair a dozen times. I would have never found it just a few feet away. Within an hour of calling Edward, he called me back, drove to meet us, and found the ring in just a few minutes. I’m so glad this week can be remembered as our first vacation with our 6-month-old son and not the year I lost my wedding ring!

  • I can’t recommend him enough, he’s a lifesaver!!!
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    Dennis is incredible. I was so heartbroken and ready to give up before I called him. He was so nice to come out to me on the 4th of July and left to get to me immediately. He found my ring in only a minute when I had been looking the entire day! I can’t recommend him enough, he’s a lifesaver!!!

  • I simply could not believe it was found! You brought smiles to all of our faces...
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    Rick, while we always plan adventures while on vacation, this wasn’t on the list, but it has certainly given us something we will never forget! The response time from when I submitted my e-mail on Monday night to the 1st phone call was amazing, and I lucked out that you were close by and available. My hopes were somewhat high as I had a very good idea where the ring was lost, but I was thinking that I should have reached out on Sunday instead of Monday. After an extremely thorough search, it had appeared that you had exhausted all options and had done all that you could do when you very casually displayed the contents of the sifting scoop, and I simply could not believe it was found! You brought smiles to all of our faces, especially mine, and this being the 6th time my ring has been lost and found (second time in the Cape), it’s time to either have it re-sized and/or leave it home when we head to the beach!

    Many thanks, once again, for locating the missing ring!

    Have a great summer!

    ~ Joe

  • He’s such a nice guy, good at what he does and really wants to help people...
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    Justin! Sorry for the delay in sharing this but wanted to thank you again for what you did for us. To be perfectly honest with anyone reading this, my calling Justin to come help was really a last ditched attempt to do everything possible to find it but we didn’t hold out much hope. The area to search was fairly large and it had been several weeks. I wanted some closure one way or another but when Justin hoisted his hand in the air I knew he’d found it! Can’t express the feeling we had after the emotional rollercoaster we’d been on. This is my wife’s engagement ring that I proposed with 18 years ago so it held massive sentimental value. For anyone out there in a similar situation please contact Justin and tell him what’s going on. He’s such a nice guy, good at what he does and really wants to help people find their missing valuables. Cheers

  • I am so grateful for your help.
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    Jeff, All I ever wanted was just to find my phone, even in the condition you found it in. Now I can have closure and not be stuck. I can move on now. I am so grateful for your help.

    Lost My Phone

    Mill Creek, WA

  • Anyone needing help finding lost items, Mike is a true professional and kind soul! May God bless you Mike...
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    "On Monday, June 29th, my daughter and fiancee visited for a beach day with family. My daughter just recently three months ago became engaged.

    While swimming this past Monday, my daughter, unfortunately, lost her wedding ring in the ocean. We have been so saddened by this. Been very hard on my daughter and extremely hard for me to see my daughter so sad, disappointed, and feeling like she was irresponsible.

    I reached out to Ring Finders and located Mike McInroe in my area. Mike and I communicated and he offered to come over today at low tide to help find my daughters ring. Mike showed up on time and ready to help explore. We were able to pinpoint the area that they were sunbathing and Mike started his search.

    Miracles do happen! By the grace of god and Mike and I connecting, this miracle did happen. After about 30 minutes of Mike searching, he located the ring in about a foot deep in the exposed beach at low tide. Could not believe my eyes!

    Thank you so much, Mike! You offering to help and offering your time certainly has brought the tears back out but tears of joy! My daughter and fiancee are forever grateful and will undoubtedly have a great story to tell the rest of their lives.

    Anyone needing help finding lost items, Mike is a true professional and kind soul! May God bless you Mike and your family!

    Sincerely and best,

    Geoff"

  • I'm forever grateful and cannot say enough how amazed I was by Chris.
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    Sometimes the weirdest things happen, I've been having a pretty hard time, just lost my job and I'm seeing my country in a really hard shape with all this covid-19 thing and a poor government.

    When I lost my ring at the park I was so shaky and sad and just thinking about the year and just questioning everything, yes, just because of a ring.

    When my friend had the brilliant idea of search the internet for a metal detector for us to rent and found The Ring Finders, what can I say, Chris is just an amazing person, extremely generous and really love what he does, you can tell.

    He put his detective hat on and started asking me a bunch of questions to try and find my ring, before that he was really patient on the phone and gave me a lot of tips so I could try and find the ring by myself.

    He didn't gave up, even when I lost hope he kept searching. I was opening my car door when he called and asked me if I could just finish the video he started when he got to the park, and when I was ready to talk he showed me the ring. It was such an amazing feeling, it might be so stupid for some people but finding the ring it's my connection home and especially with my dad.

    I'm forever grateful and cannot say enough how amazed I was by Chris.

    Thank you Chris, you are the best !

  • You are true miracle workers!
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    I highly recommend reaching out to these men if you ever lose anything precious! I cannot thank you and Luke enough! As soon as I was given the information about your site, I knew we had a chance. As soon as I saw that you had found the same ring once before, I knew it would be found.

    You were both extremely professional, quick in responding, helpful and kind to us through the whole experience. You both will hold a special place in our hearts and marriage. Thank you for finding not only his ring, but the piece of his grandmother’s ring it was made with. You are true miracle workers!

  • I'd highly, highly recommend getting in touch with him to help find lost items!
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    It would be hard to find a more responsive and kind metal detectorist than Steve. I contacted him after losing my husband's wedding ring and, within a day, he was on the job. Not only did he find the ring, but he drove a long way to return it to us! An added special was a lesson in metal detecting that he gave to me and my family on one of our return trips to the beach. In short, I'd highly, highly recommend getting in touch with him to help find lost items!

    -Lauren J.

  • Thank you very much Evan! Your kindness is inspirational. God bless you!
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    After searching for my ring late into the evening without success, I discovered Evan‘s services. I had originally called to leave a message but, despite the hour, Evan answered. I was amazed by his genuine care and concern, professionalism and complete willingness to help. He agreed to meet the next evening to help me search. Meeting in person, Evan was just as kind, sincere and helpful! He was thorough in his approach to finding my lost ring. Interestingly, while observing Evan, I noticed a glint of light on the road near where my car had been parked the previous night and it turned out to be my ring. Had Evan not agreed to help me search once again, and been so methodical, I would not have noticed it! Thank you very much Evan! Your kindness is inspirational. God bless you!

  • Thank you, Steve, you are truly an ANGEL!
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    Steve is truly an ANGEL!

    My husband lost his wedding ring at Redondo Beach, CA. This happened when he was IN THE WATER! We were very very sad......we thought that it was swept away by the waves and that it was lost forever. But we still did not want to give up and that's when we came across Steve's information. We called him the next morning and he immediately took action! We were so impressed by his knowledge and professionalism. After an hour, he sent us a picture of my husband's ring!!! AMAZING!!!! He is so kind, sweet and he really wants to help others. Thank you, Steve, you are truly an ANGEL!

    On Wednesday, June 24, 2020, 09:30:16 PM PDT, Steve Smith <ko6zc@yahoo.com> wrote:

  • Keith was very helpful and prompt...
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    Keith was very helpful and prompt. I lost my ring and I contacted Keith on a Monday night and he came out and found my ring at 0720 really helping ease my mind and letting me enjoy my vacation to the fullest – Brian Walsh”

  • awesome work and determination
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    Thanks for coming out as soon as you could when you where called and taking time to go for a boat ride to look for my wife’s wedding ring on Monday. I know day one was not a successful day but you were determined to find it for her..so you took time off from work Wednesday and returned to start the search again, she found it after hours of looking but still learning from you what to do and allowing us to use your extra equipment to double the search which lead up to her finding her wedding ring..Thank You so much and I know my wife thanks you even more..awesome work and determination

  • we are extremely grateful to Jarrod. We cannot thank you enough!
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    My son, Cole, and his wife, Amanda, were married on Cape Cod on July 28,2019. While vacationing at the Cape with us this year, Cole lost his wedding band floating with Amanda on the Bay in front of our home. I reached out to the Brewster Facebook page and was immediately referred to The Ring Finders and found Jarrod. He came out the next day at low tide and was able to find Cole’s wedding band within an hour of searching. The sentimental value of the ring was priceless and we are extremely grateful to Jarrod. We cannot thank you enough!

  • Calling Chris was such a great decision and his service is sooooo valuable!
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    Chris took me from the lowest of lows to the highest of highs!

    I had my engagement ring in my pocket and totally forgot it was there when I went to the Park for a little workout. It wasn’t until late in the night until I realized it was no longer in my pocket. My Fiance and I brought flashlights to the park and searched for 45 minutes. I woke up at 5 am and searched for an hour, went to rent a metal detector, looked for another hour, and was beginning to lose hope. My Fiancé had found Chris’ name online and we looked at his website so we gave him a call as a last-ditch effort. What a great call that was.

    Chris Showed up in 45 minutes of me calling and even though I was initially uneasy and embarrassed, he brought such a feeling of relief. He was genuine, caring, and incredibly personable and enjoyable to talk to. He asked lots of good questions and came up with a very logical plan right away. He continued searching when I had to leave for work. After 2 and a half hours Chris found my ring and the weight of the world was lifted from my shoulders.

    I am confident that I would not have found my ring on my own. Calling Chris was such a great decision and his service is sooooo valuable! Can’t say enough how grateful I am I made the call!

  • Thank you for trying so hard to find this heirloom for them!! Also finding this ring on their anniversary...
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    Jim, I have had the pleasure of being in the Bernath family for 15 years. And I know what this ring means to both Julie and Lonny!!! What you do reuniting people with treasured items must fulfill you! Thank you for trying so hard to find this heirloom for them!! Also finding this ring on their anniversary trip is something stories will be told for a long time about!! They have a beautiful marriage and to reunite them with such a treasure is wonderful!! If you ever are having a “bad day”, just remember how you affect people’s lives and give back so much joy to everybody that you have helped and will be helping!! Thank you again for making sure that a family trip didn’t turn out to be a sad trip coming home! I hope that if I ever lose anything that you would be around! As I always tell Julie and Lonny, “wrap your arms around yourself and give yourself a pat on the back and a hug”!! You’ve done good!!! Take care and continue on….changing people’s lives!!!!

  • Charlie’s steadfastness and earnestness to find our ring was second to none.
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    Yes, he was so happy to help us. And he did. Charlie’s steadfastness and earnestness to find our ring was second to none. We are so very thankful. And overwhelmed that he came to us where we were even on Father’s Day. Made this day very special and we will not forget it. Thank you so much again Charlie!!

  • His dedication and passion really meant a lot to me, he truly cares about his work!!
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    After I lost the ring, I just kept telling myself that it’s okay and it’s just a ring. But it kept bothering me and I felt so sad as if I lost someone. I lost the ring in the afternoon and I was still up and crying about it past midnight. I really couldn’t believe that I had just lost something so important to me so fast. At one moment I was having fun with my friends splashing in the shallow waves (and making sure my ring was on and safe). The next minute later, I was trying to get up from being hit with a scary wave and then I realized my ring was gone.

    I already felt much better after contacting Steve. Knowing that someone would still be searching for the ring, comforted me and I had hope! Once the ring was found, I literally felt “in balance” again. The ring was my late grandma’s and wearing it everyday for over three years now has always kept me tied to her. Having it back felt like I had a part of my grandma with me again.

    Steve was incredibly kind when we met each other. His dedication and passion really meant a lot to me, he truly cares about his work!! I will always remember this story and Steve!

    Thank you Steve!!!!

    Leah

  • I highly recommend his services!
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    To say that Dennis is a lifesaver would be an understatement. He showed up within 30 minutes of my call and was a true professional. I highly recommend his services!

  • Thank you, Don and Ellen. You are the best!
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    For some reason, my sprinkler control valves have a habit of burying themselves in my grass. And then they wait until the hottest day of the year to break. Such was the case the other day and fortunately, instead of digging up half my yard trying to find them, I remembered using TheRingFinders.com to locate one several years ago. It’s so worth it to me to have experts like Don and Ellen Wilson to go to when I need them. So I called them up and Don was very happy to come help me out with my little problem, and made arrangements to come over that very afternoon. He actually found three heads that would’ve taken me hours to find. Thank you, Don and Ellen. You are the best!

  • Dave is the real thing! Genuine, honest, encouraging, persistent, and created the happy ending for our vacation ...
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    When I lost my ring on our first day of vacation, I was devastated. After hours of a failed search, I wasn’t giving up. I googled how to find a ring in the ocean because I was desperate.

    We had no idea this service even existed. We were a bit skeptical, but after I spoke to Dave, he calmed my fears. He was so encouraging when I described my ring and I could tell over the phone he was a genuine guy.

    We agreed on a fair price of finding the ring and a lower price if he didn’t, but he assured me he would find it. He met me at the condo the next morning and I was right, Dave was as genuine as I expected. When he asked if he could take my picture when he found my ring I was even more encouraged.

    Dave got right out in the ocean graphing out where I thought I lost it. After the first hour, I was getting worried but Dave always reassured me that he wasn’t giving up. After the 2nd hour, I had come to peace with the ring being gone forever. However, God is good all the time and Dave is the bomb.

    When he motioned he found it, my fiancé and I ran to him in disbelief. If COVID wasn’t here I probably would have knocked him down with the biggest hug ever. Dave is the real thing! Genuine, honest, encouraging, persistent, and created the happy ending for our vacation and an amazing story to tell our friends and family.

    We hope we will never have to use his services again, but we will sing Dave’s praises to anyone and everyone.

  • Thank you so very much! You are amazing!!
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    My wife has been literally dancing since you found her ring!!! We are so very fortunate for your dedication and willingness to retrieve the wedding ring that we share our vows with! Kendel and I will never forget and have given so many praises to you as we tell all our friends and family the unfortunate story of how we lost the ring and the hero that was able to give it back! Thank you so very much! You are amazing!!

  • His equipment and technique were impressive. We recommend him highly...
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    Keith Wille saved us last Sunday. Our daughter lost her engagement ring while gardening in Westport, Mass. We rented a metal detector and spent two hours searching the dirt, the weed pile and the paths on

    the grass, all to no avail. Someone suggested either renting a more professional metal detector or, better yet, a professional metal detectorist. My wife did a google search and Keith’s name came up, along with

    a New York Times article describing his helping archeologists find a lost historic Native American community. Keith was readily accessible and was both hopeful and helpful on the phone. He even said, “If it’s

    there, I’ll find it.” Keith came the next Sunday and in ten minutes found the ring. And he has found many peoples’ valuables in the past. And what a nice guy, to drive all the way from Groton, Connecticut, to treat

    us with dignity, and to share our joy in retrieving the ring. His equipment and technique were impressive. We recommend him highly if you are in the same situation."

  • You were so kind and I would highly recommend you to anyone...
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    Jeff, I can't tell you how much your work and your pleasant nature meant to me on finding my precious ring. You were so kind and I would highly recommend you to anyone who is missing something that is important to them. I loved hearing your stories, you were a breath of fresh air, I thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. I wish you nothing but "good hunting" in the future!! sincerely,

    Janet in Bothell

  • He was professional and happy to help. Highly recommended!
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    Thank you, John, so much for finding my engagement ring in the sand. I was in a panic and didn’t know what I was going to do.

    Within minutes the ring was found. He was professional and happy to help. Highly recommended!

    Nicole

  • We are so grateful that he found the ring...
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    what a miracle!

    I called Moye at 10pm and he drove 1.5 hours to arrive at 5am the next morning at low tide

    We never could have found the ring without his professional equipment, vast experience and incredible attitude

    We are so grateful that he found the ring

    happy anniversary!

  • We are very fortunate that Chris was there to help us and we highly recommend his services!
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    Chris Turner provided excellent service and found my wedding band. We have been married now for 19 years, and I have always felt my band was a part of me and it was inconceivable that it could be lost. However, what I thought could never happen did, and my wife and I searched a large area without success. After speaking with Chris, and reviewing his website, we felt he was our best option, to at least feel that we did all that we can. At this point, we were not very hopeful that it would ever be returned to us. His friendly and professional manner over the phone helped to re-think all the possible spots where it could have been lost. He took the time to truly understand the events and help narrow down the search. Shortly after discussing, he was able to visit the site with his equipment and in little time found our ring. We are very fortunate that Chris was there to help us and we highly recommend his services!

    Best,

    Jason & Lisa Biggin

  • We are so happy you found my husbands ring!
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    We are so happy you found my husbands ring! We can’t thank you enough Chris ! The world needs more people like you, and we will be forever grateful!

    Janelle Alexander

  • "I have nothing but great things to say about our ring finder, Brian!
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    "I have nothing but great things to say about our ring finder, Brian! I emailed him while practically in tears at work a few days after I had lost my beloved engagement ring. He promptly responded and we spoke on the phone on my way home from work. He was so energetic and confident that he would find my ring despite the fact that we had already had 2 other people (in addition to my husband) metal detect our property and had multiple family members on their hands and knees sifting through leaves and dirt to find my ring. To be honest, I didn't think Brian would find it but I wanted someone with more experience with searching for engagement rings to give it a try before I completely lost hope. I wasn't eating or sleeping and I was in tears every day over losing my ring. Brian assured me that he wouldn't leave until the ring was found and to my surprise he found it after 12 hours of searching! It is apparent that Brian is passionate and determined in finding lost rings for people. Because of his determination, skills and optimism I get to continue to wear the gorgeous ring that my fiancé proposed to me at the Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany! Thank you Brian, you're truly a good person for devoting your time and energy to finding rings for others!"

  • We meant it when we said we’d never forget you – it was truly life changing.
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    The moment you realize you’ve lost something irreplaceable is tremendously nerve wracking – but the moment you realize you’ve lost that irreplaceable item in the OCEAN is nearly heartbreaking. After tearing apart the house and retracing every step, Xander miraculously found Dave’s information. After a ten minute chat filled with thorough questions and confident reassurances, Xander hung up CERTAIN that his grandmother’s necklace would be back around his neck by the following afternoon.

    And, we mean this with 100% sincerity, Dave must be a magician. He drove from Pensacola to Orange Beach at 7:30 am, searched relentlessly for 4 hours, and, essentially, received a standing ovation from the entire beach when he emerged holding that gold chain. We are fully aware at how that sounds like some fictional fantasy land, but that is truly how magical Dave is. We meant it when we said we’d never forget you – it was truly life changing.

  • Thanks Chris! You are the best.
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    I lost my engagement diamond ring at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody, BC. I was devastated. I’ve never even come close to losing it once, not even misplaced. I was sitting on a blanket with my ten month old twins, who are VERY busy, and I took my ring off to put sunscreen on them. I went about the rest of my day when all of a sudden at 9pm at night I realized it was not on my finger. I panicked. I tore apart my house, car, stroller, diaper bag and couldn’t find it. In that moment I realized I must not have put it back on after taking it off at the park. There I was, at midnight, out in the park with my headlamp on my hands and knees searching the area where we had sat. Nothing. I was heartbroken. The next morning I posted my lost ring to Facebook and someone was quick to recommend Chris from the Ring Finders. I thought what do I have to lose. Chris was at the park in less than an hour and was determined to find my ring. I was trying not to get my hopes up but was encouraged by his positive attitude and demeanour. Just when I was about to give up hope, Chris bent down and pulled out my ring from the grass. I was shocked. He had found it!!!! He found it within 40 min of searching and that was even with my poor memory and being a little off with the exact area AND with the lawn freshly mowed. He does a great job of asking questions and really truly cares about you getting your ring back. He works on a very fair pay what you can reward system plus a gas fee. But let me tell you - finding my ring was priceless. I wish I had called him sooner. What a lovely man offering a wonderful service. Thanks Chris! You are the best.

    Olivia

  • I decided to try The Ring Finders and it was the best decision I could have made!
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    I am super blessed to have come across your name on The Ring Finders! After much contemplation in regards to renting a metal detector… buying a metal detector, I decided to try The Ring Finders and it was the best decision I could have made! Thank you for coming out on such short notice after working all day! You have no idea how happy our hearts were last night! We appreciate your professionalism and prompt attention to our matter. We will definitely reach out to you in the future if we ever come across an issue like this again and will be sure to recommend you as well to other’s!

  • you provide a very important service, for which I’m eternally grateful.
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    Steve,

    Thanks a million for finding my lost wedding band. I still cannot believe that you were able to locate it (buried under sand, in the water).

    Please pass this message along to the folks who run the Ring Finders website, as you provide a very important service, for which I’m eternally grateful.

    Sincerely,

    Matt

  • Richard is polite, professional, and a really nice person...
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    "The return of a father's gift is a precious event. Memories fade but the gift reminds. Richard is polite, professional, and a really nice person. An eight-month journey ended with a smile. I will be eternally grateful for his help in returning my memories to me."

  • Thank you so much, Don & Ellen!
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    I am so impressed with their professionalism. I called on a Monday and left a message wherein Don returned the call within 5 minutes. I explained we lost a custom made knife that was a 40th wedding anniversary gift off our Lakehouse dock. We arranged to meet that Friday but he called on Tuesday saying could actually come on Thursday. On Wednesday, Don inquired about knife specifications, water depth and said he was actually at the dock and wanted to try using a magnet before diving. The magnet was not successful so the next am, I met them at the dock! He dived about 13 feet and came up with the knife after about 10 minutes. They are so friendly, punctual, prepared and overall professional.

    We are extremely happy to get the knife back especially since learned the knife maker no longer doing custom knives so could not have another made. Thank you so much, Don & Ellen! We will definitely refer and use Dallas Ring Finders again!

  • This man is phenomenal!
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    I called Rob to help find an acquaintance’s lost wedding ring. This man is phenomenal! You could tell that he really cared about finding the ring! After a while, I began to lose hope, but he kept at it! One and a half hours later, he found it! This is a VERY NICE man and he empathizes with your loss and rejoices with you when your lost item is found! It doesn’t get better than this

  • Odds are in your favor if you call Del at The Ring Finders!
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    What are the odds that a black wedding band lost in the current of the Deschutes River in Bend, Oregon would ever be found!?

    Odds are in your favor if you call Del at The Ring Finders! My son and his wife are thrilled his wedding band was found. I am beyond impressed!

    We all are…Thank you Del! It was a pleasure to meet you and celebrate the find!

  • These guys will find it if you can’t! I promise you!
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    “I had such an amazing experience today when John and his friend Rich came to look for my ring! I had lost all hope I’ve had someone else come to search for it before and I had such low expectations. I was just going to try it as a last resort but gosh am I glad I did! They started searching and I was watching for a bit just to see if they would get anything quickly. I then went to the grocery store with the kiddos because I needed to grab a few things. Rich texted me to see if I was coming back soon and told him I was checking out at the register. Came home and John told me that rich wanted to ask me a question. I said of course with baby in hand walking down the yard I saw John turn his GoPro on and at first I was kind confused then I come down and Rich walks up and asks to see my picture of my ring again. Then as soon as I show him he goes looks a lot like this one doesn’t it? And I full blown cried. I am so thankfully for them today. They did an absolutely amazing job and I am so beyond thankful. I cannot express it enough!! These guys will find it if you can’t! I promise you! Thank you again so much.”

  • I cannot say enough about how lucky I feel that I found Steve Smith via TheRingFinders network.
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    "I cannot say enough about how lucky I feel that I found Steve Smith via TheRingFinders network. A relatively new and expensive hearing aid somehow fell out of my ear while having a small , "social distancing" cocktail with friends in our backyard recently. My wife and I raked and raked the grass with expectation that we would find it but failed. I then decided to try to rent a metal detector to search again by myself-but, found that to be a tough process. And, as my new hero Steve pointed out, I would have had trouble learning how to use it. I found Steve via a Google Search and the rest was history. We live in Pasadena area Foothills-which is a long schlep for Steve-but he drove over the next day. He is a class act and a real gentleman and he found the device after almost an hour of very dedicated searching. My only "quibble" with Steve's services is that he lets the customer decide on payment. I decided to both pay him, and then make a donation to a charity that he chose. Eric"

  • I finally looked up TheRingFinders and made contact...
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    On Thursday 5/7/2020 made phone contact with him and he advised he would be to my house on 5/9. He arrived on time.

    Three or for years ago I lost my wedding ring. A couple of years ago I met a guy with a metal detector while camping. After I told him of my loss he told me about TheRingFinders.com. As our 50th wedding anniversary is coming up I finally looked up TheRingFinders and made contact with Him.

    When he arrived at my house I gave him a pretty defined area I'm my yard. He searched for about an hour and was near the last part of the area.

    I went into the house for a couple of minutes. When I came back out. He called me over to look at something. He had his shovel in the ground with a small amount of dirt. He asked if I knew what the shiny white gold ring was. In perfect condition it was my wedding ring. He had found it three or four inches down in the dirt.

    I grabbed it and put it on my finger and ran into the house. I showed it to my wife. She had thought I was losing my mind when I told her I had called TheRingFinders. She started to cry when she saw the ring. Now she only thinks I hadn't entirely lost my mind.

    Jon was probably as excited as we were. My wife and I both thanked him and promised to tell the story and refer him to anyone with a similar situation.

    Dennis

  • If you need help finding your jewelry I would highly recommend them...
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    I'm so grateful for TheRingFinders and the service they provide. If you need help finding your jewelry I would highly recommend them. Both Chris and his wife are very friendly and are great at what they do.

    -Chloe

  • A ton of people referred him to me...
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    I don’t even know where to begin about Dave Cartee. I had posted on every single Pensacola Facebook page I could think of with pictures of my ring and where it was possibly lost on Perdido Key. A ton of people referred him to me. So I emailed him. I didn’t even get back to him with my next email to set up where to look and he took the initiative and searched for my ring with his friend AND FOUND IT. 50lbs have been lifted off my chest and I feel whole again. My husband and I cannot say “THANK YOU” enough to Dave and his friend Charlie. He is such a good and HONEST man!!!! I am still so shocked that someone who didn’t even know my husband and I went to go look for the ring as soon as he could.

    I cannot stop saying “thank you” to him and his friend. ???? and I can’t stop staring at my ring haha

  • I can't thank mark enough for this kindness, and will always be grateful to him...
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    "Shortly after graduating I lost my class ring at a park after a long day of playing volleyball (something I did at that park very frequently). By the time I had finished playing, it was dark outside and I was unable to locate my ring. I went back to look for it with my friends the next morning, with no success. I had resolved myself to the likely possibility that someone had found/taken it, which was quite upsetting given that I had taken some time to design the ring. Fast forward ~12 years, I receive a message on Facebook from a gentleman named Mark Jachym saying that he believe he had found something of mine, the ring, buried several inches underground, right near the volleyball court I used to play on. I was astonished, I couldn't believe that, after all this time, someone had found it and taken the time to find and reach out to me in order to return it. Mark then sent me my beautifully cleaned ring within a day or two of contacting me. I can't thank mark enough for this kindness, and will always be grateful to him for it."

  • Steve the Ring Man is one of those special breeds of people,,,
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    Hey Ring Man!

    Steve the Ring Man is one of those special breeds of people that seem to just want to put a smile on your face. After losing a ring in the sand and looking all over to rent or buy a metal detector, of which I knew nothing about, I took a shot and called The Ring Finders. No more than a couple minutes later, Steve agreed to meet me at the beach. He's clearly good at what he does, as he uncovered my ring before I knew it. A couple high fives and laughs later, the deed was done, and now I know who to call should something else ever go missing.

  • Steve thank you for finding my ring and for being an overall amazing person!
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    Words can not describe how grateful I am to Steve in helping me find my lost engagement ring. After a fun filled day on Ventura county beach I realized that my engagement ring was missing from my finger. We all looked for the ring frantically having maybe 20 minutes of sunlight left. I left the beach feeling discouraged and upset and thinking I would never see this ring ever again. The next morning I decided to look up someone that could help and luckily I found Steve. He was so kind and reassuring that it was definitely worth going out to look for the ring. I met him in a remote location that was hard to find but he was a real trooper and climb down the Rocky steps to help me. Within maybe five minutes he worked his magic and found my ring! I was so incredibly happy and grateful! Steve thank you for finding my ring and for being an overall amazing person!

  • Chris and Beverly are honest people, true to their word...
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    While spending the day in the park flying kites and playing soccer with my son, I lost my one of a kind Inukshuk wedding band. While putting sun screen on my boy I placed my ring in my pocket, this happened to be the same pocket as my phone. Throughout the course of the day, I removed the phone and took pictures to send to grandma. Each time unaware of the risk...

    At the end of the day we returned home and I realized my ring was missing. Upset, I returned to the green space and spent hours walking a pattern hoping to find my ring. The search was non resultant and my heart was filled with disappointment.

    Understanding that I had reached the limits of my ability to search, I turned to the internet for help. Who had the expertise and equipment to help me with my lost ring?

    Out of desperation, a google search revealed “The Ring Finders” and Mr. Chris Turner.

    In a world where you’re bombarded with advertising, forced to separate truth from fiction. The Ring Finders offered exactly what I needed during this time. They seemed too good to be true.

    I called Chris on the phone and he stated he’d come out the next day to search for my ring. He only asked I pay his fuel costs. I was surprised he could make it out so quickly and the cost. $30…. Really? In a world where people exploit grief, surely this couldn’t be right however I felt I had no choice.

    I met Chris & Beverley the next day where they explained to me the search process and if they found the ring, I would only be required to pay what it was worth to me. Again this seemed too good to be true, pay on a faith based system?

    Prior to their search a city lawn mower showed up and immediately elevated everybody’s heart rate, thankfully some smooth talking lead to the mowing being postponed until another day. Chris and Beverly searched for 8 grueling hours, methodically searching the green space.

    As I drove by from time to time, I could see the two searching and I could see Chris suffering from back pain. Unfortunately the search turned up nothing. Horrible thoughts ran through my mind that they may find the ring and never tell me, I did my best to quiet those thoughts.

    Chris called me and said he would be coming back to search again later in the week, he wished to run an alternative search pattern in order to make sure he’d covered every inch. I told him he didn’t have too as he & Beverly were giving up a great deal of personal time to find my ring. Chris insisted!

    True to their word, Chris and Beverley showed up later in the week. I was surprised & impressed with the effort. Within 2 hours of running the second search, they located my ring!! Unbelievable! I showed up at the green space feeling happy.

    When I arrived Chris asked me to put on my ring right away, this completely removed any anxiety I had. They found my ring and gave it back to me without any hesitation!

    Chris and Beverly are honest people, true to their word. Step by step they mitigated any fears I had and proved my cynical views to be unfounded. Not once did they seem worried about money and I truly felt their priority was to find my ring!

    I will not forget Chris and Beverly. They found something very dear to me and the manner in which they acted helped me find a little more faith that good people exist!

    A very sincere and heartfelt thank you to Chris and Beverley.

    Marco K.

  • Stan the Man!!
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    Stan is the man! My girlfriend her ring while we were at the beach. Called Stan & 20 minutes later he was at the beach looking for the ring (came from Newport Beach to San Clemente!) when he got there he did an extensive search, later to find it in an area neither my girlfriend and I would have never looked... that’s why he’s the professional .... doesn’t have prices, that’s up to you but it’s best to give a good amount, the guy really cares about finding your your jewelry that means a lot to you !

    Stan the Man!!

  • Mr. Clyde i thank you again for this oppurtunity and reunitning me with my ring.
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    Hey everybody. My Name is Benjamin and i am the owner of this ring. I had lost this rings 6 years ago. I thought it was stolen and did not even think that i would ever see this ring again. Little did i expect to get a call from my dad telling me someone found my ring. Mr. Clyde did a fantastic job cleaning up my ring and i am extremely grateful he returned it to my family. I’m not a member and clyde did do this out of the kindness of his heart. But if i ever lose this ring i know exactly who to call. Again, I cannot believe that i am seeing this ring again and so many memories of my highschool are rushing through my head. If you misplace anything, Please give Mr. Clyde a call. If this is how he operates for someone who didn’t hire him i cannot begin to fathom the expectations he will pass when you hire him.

    Mr. Clyde i thank you again for this oppurtunity and reunitning me with my ring.

  • I can’t say Thank You enough, But I will spread the word nation wide in our industry of how useful your services are.
    testimonial for David Mac Donald (2020)

    I am an I.B.E.W. Journey Lineman, working a 220kv Transmission line in the hills above Fillmore, Ca.

    On 4-2-2020 we were in the process of Dead-Ending the new conductors we had recently strung in by pressing the Dead-End bodies with a 60T hydraulic press when the top die slid out of the press and fell 100’ to the ground. Despite watching it fall all the way, and knowing where it hit, the ground help was unable to locate the die. We resumed work with another set and 10 minutes later, another die slides out of the press. I didn’t see it fall, but it bounced 3 times off the tower before hitting the ground and no one saw where it went.

    It’s not so much the cost of replacing the dies, but the fact that they are 6-8 weeks out (or longer because we are in the middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic) for replacement, and we now only have 2 sets of dies for the entire job.

    After pondering buying a Metal Detector myself, I decided to find a professional. After about 30 minutes of internet searching, I came across The Ring Finders and David Mac Donald. It was 9:40 pm on a Sat. night and I pondered texting him so late, but I only had about a 4hr. window on Sun. mornig to search before a weeks worth of rain set in and makes access to the structure impossible for next 7-10 days, so i texted him.

    He immediately texted me back, and was more than happy to help out, and full of questions. What are we looking for?, How big of a search area?, What are they made of?, Can I supply another one to ping his detector with?, and How early do you want to meet?

    We met at 7am, and by 7:45 we were at the search area. It only took about 3-4 minutes to find the 1st die. Even though my guys had dug and pulled up weeds and bushes, it was still burried another 3-4” just from the shear impact from that height. The seach area for the other die, I figured could be about a 50-100’ dia. area around the tower as I had no idea what direction it went when it bounced off the tower. So we said a little prayer, and with his good nature and positive attitude, It took David about another hour of searching in a grid pattern,( working his way out on a pretty steep, overgrown hillside, most of the time holding onto the brush with one hand to maintain balance), when he hit pay dirt. He found it about 6’ from the opposite tower leg and still about 3” deep.

    I can’t say Thank You enough, But I will spread the word nation wide in our industry of how useful your services are.

    John Probst

  • what a Saint!!
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    After driving home, I realized I dropped my Apple Watch on the beach at Doheny State Beach after camping there for weekend. The park staff was not overly helpful, but one of my friends recommended that I Google metal detecting services in that area - SUCH a great idea, that I would have never thought of!

    I am SO grateful that Stan answered at the first place I called ... because within the hour, he Found IT! He traveled to Doheny, searched the location I thought I lost it, and let me know as soon as he found it -I really appreciated his communication (ETA, plan, status, etc.) throughout as well!!

    It didn’t stop there....

    I live in San Diego (a little over an hour on a good day), so I offered to pay for his time and shipping for he would be kind enough to mail the watch to me. He let me know he needed to come to San Diego for something else anyway and he would arrange to meet up with me when it was convenient and return it in person! And he did exactly that, the NEXT DAY - what a Saint!!

  • These two are the REAL DEAL…you lose and…they WILL find.
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    I am an Army Reservist and was deployed to Afghanistan the summer of 2019. While gone, I dropped about 30 pounds and returned home a lean/mean machine. While unwinding on my farm in Essex County, Virginia, fishing post deployment, I caught a bass which prompted me to bend over to the edge of my floating pier to get the fish and BLOOP! My huge 42-penny college ring from VA TECH that I have worn every day for 25 years falls into the water. I was devastated and immediately mentally marked the location by triangulating my approximate location on the pond.

    I never lose or give up, so I decided I was going to drain the pond using gravity feed PVC pipes and find a diver; the planning immediately commenced. A Google search led me to Rob Ellis “Ring Finder” and then our journey began. I drained about 3 million gallons from the pond over 3 weeks (only about half the volume) and coordinated a date/time with Rob.

    Rob is the epitome of professionalism and caring in such situations of losing things that are very close to your heart. He and his wife showed up on a cold and windy Nov day with smiles, compassion and some of the most state-of-the-art equipment one could imagine. My pond is a farm pond that is 25 feet deep (about 12 feet deep now after draining some) and riddled with debris/structure and logs at the bottom. Diving in such an environment even seemed a bit dangerous to me, but not to Rob. He kits up and BAM he is in the water maneuvering through mud and under/over logs and debris like an otter. The tenacity he showed in the water was nothing short of amazing. He exuded the confidence that he WOULD find the ring or break himself trying. In 24 minutes, BAM he finds the ring! I was floored, amazed, astounded and happy to the point of almost crying all at the same time. I swear I could feel that Rob and his wife wanted to find the ring as much as I did, and that gave me hope and confidence. Their service, attitude and professionalism cannot be matched, and I thank them both from the bottom of my heart to be wearing my large 42 penny head-knocker again. These two are the REAL DEAL…you lose and…they WILL find. Thank you both again for the wonderful journey and beautiful ending.

    John Lewis

    Essex County, Virginia

  • John and Curtis were Awesome!
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    This is Tammy and Oh My Gosh!!! Pulling weeds, lost my diamond earring…looked for almost 2 weeks… tons of rain…totally lost hope until I decided to Google “someone who can find lost jewelry with a metal detector”. Came up with The Ring Finders and my hoping became a reality!!! John and Curtis were Awesome!

    At one point I wasn’t sure it could be found, but they didn’t quit.

    I will love them forever and I hope I never need them again…But if I do… that’s who I will call!!!

  • I CAN'T TELL YOU GUYS HOW THANKFUL I AM FOR GOD TO SEND HIS ANgel on Earth
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    Im just still in Disbelief. I lost my wedding ring yesterday in the city of Tuskegee Lake.. I know right.. But let me Introduce to you The RING FINDERS!! THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT PERSON YOU WILL EVER MEET. I CANT TELL YOU GUYS HOW THANKFUL I AM FOR GOD TO SEND HIS ANgel on Earth. Who traveled 300 miles. Got up out her bed. At 4 in the am just to get here at 8am found my ring in less then 15mins!!! Yes!! Ring Finder #Christina really exist. OMG,, IM STILL OVER AMAZED AND AT TOTAL SHOCK. THANK YOU SO , SO , SO, SO MUCH. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU.. THANK YOU ..

  • My ring means the world to me. I so appreciate your professionalism and knowledge...
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    Jeff! Thank you so much!!! You made my day and I felt like I could breathe again. My ring means the world to me. I so appreciate your professionalism and knowledge and within minutes you found it. Hopefully I don’t loose something again but if I ever need #SeattleRingHunter I know who to call!

    Thanks again!

    Christi Downs

    Bellevue, WA

  • You’re a godsend!
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    Aloha Joe! Thank you so much for finding the ring, from both myself and my wife. I had completely given up hope on Sat night, so getting it back was a total shock. You’re a godsend!

  • We have already recommended this service and will continue to do so to our friends and family.
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    We couldn’t be more grateful to Joe for finding this wedding band for us! We snorkeled around for two days after our dog knocked the ring off of Reeve’s hand, and when the weather took a turn to the worse we were worried that we’d never find it. We have been married for just over a year, and even though the ring is just a symbol, it was so sad to have lost it. I was delighted when my phone lit up one morning with photos from Joe of Reeve with his ring. Now that we have the ring back, I think that it’s magical that the ocean got to wear it for awhile.

    We have already recommended this service and will continue to do so to our friends and family.

    Thank you so much for your help, Joe!

  • I would highly recommend you to anyone who would be in need of the services...
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    “Thank you again Brian for everything! I can’t thank you enough for finding the ring for us. My heart is just pounding with enjoyment. Thank you again!!!! Clay and I are very grateful to have found a guy like you to come out in the night looking for my engagement ring. Brian you have a positive outlook especially bringing some positivity and commitment on finding my ring. I would highly recommend you to anyone who would be in need of the services that you do. Thank you for everything!”

    - Toni and Clay of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

  • Thank you so much Brian! I’ll definitely be recommending you to anyone...
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    “So grateful to Brian for being such a good sport. He drove all the way out to Ocean City in the pouring rain and had nothing but a positive attitude the whole time. He found my ring in no time at all, took a couple photos, had a quick chat and was on his way. A (hopefully) once in a lifetime experience with an amazing guy. Thanks again Brian! It means the world to me!”

    – Taine of New Zealand

    “Thank you so much Brian! I’ll definitely be recommending you to anyone who needs their ring found! We really do appreciate everything you did for us!”

    – Emily of Baltimore, Maryland

  • Pete is the real deal...
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    Pete is the real deal.

    I Lost my Ring in Kai Iwi Lake and Pete found it (Amazing! I never thought I’d see my ring again since it had been missing for days before I found out about TheRingfinders).

    When I did contact him I received fast Response to queries. Fair Deal – very reasonable Base Fee, and he was very easy to deal with. He even proactively advised to do the search asap rather than wait for weekend given the location I lost it was in reach of holidaymakers.

    He also offered to do the search on his own to save me having to take a 5+ hour round trip drive from Auckland (given that the videos I sent him had enough details to pinpoint the location of where we setup our gazebo that day).

    I’ve Received my ring back via Mail nicely wrapped. Thank you Pete!!

  • God bless you! We will reccomend you to anyone who is in our situation.
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    Thank you so much!!! You came and completed in minutes, what I couldnt do in hours! My wife Michelle and I cant tell you how grateful we are. You are a true professional and dont even charge for your service. You gave us back something that meant the world to us. The smile on Michelle’s face said it all. God bless you! We will reccomend you to anyone who is in our situation.

  • Thank you Mike, God Bless You!"
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    I am still shocked that Mike found my diamond engagement ring. I lost it on February 14, 2020 in my front yard. 6 of us looked for it and we even used a metal detector. I was not ready to give up so I googled “lost ring” and found Mike. He came to our home within an hour. He is such a kind man. He was very confident he could find it and I believed him! Within 30 minutes he found it! Amazing. I highly recommend that if you lose something valuable in the Orlando area, don’t give up! Call Mike first. I am so glad that I did. Prayers were answered! Thank you Mike, God Bless You!"

  • I recommend his services to anyone in need.
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    While playing with my dog my wedding ring came off into the snow in my yard. I spent four hours looking for it with no luck. I found Paul online and he was able to locate my ring in under ten minutes. The discovery made him almost as happy as it made me. I recommend his services to anyone in need.

  • He has a kind heart and a passion for connecting people back with their cherished items...
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    A big thank you to Jeff #SeattleRingHunter from The Ring Finders. I am so thankful that he answered my husband’s email within minutes. He happened to have time that very day, Valentine’s Day, to come all the way to Puyallup from Auburn. He’d found my ring that I had lengthy and tiredly searched for 2 weeks for in less than 30 minutes. He has all the top notch high Tech equipment. He’s very knowledgeable and thorough. But most of all he has a kind heart and a passion for connecting people back with their cherished items. Hands down amazing experience. Thank you so much Jeff for your time, your positive energy, and returning me with my wedding ring.

    Andrea Knapman

    Puyallup, WA

  • My parents couldn’t say enough good things about you!
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    My wife and I can’t thank you enough for finding my ring! It makes the story much better knowing that the ring was found! My parents couldn’t say enough good things about you! Thank you thank you thank you!!

  • Jeff was very thorough and efficient...
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    Jeff was quick to respond to my message about my lost wedding ring on a 25 acre ranch. He believed I had a good chance of recovery because of the details I had given him. He provided me with so much information about how he works to find things that it gave the hope back that I had lost after not finding my ring for 2 months. Jeff was very thorough and efficient. He was out in the rain for hours, making sure no piece of land was left un-searched. After 4 long hours of metal detecting, he found my ring in a completely different spot than I had told him I thought it was! He was amazing!

    Chelsea Johnson

    Olympia, WA

  • he was able to save the day!!"
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    “I was devastated about losing my favorite earring—a piece I have owned for 15 years. My son found Mike online and he came an hour after we called him. With his top of the line equipment and great attitude he was able to save the day!!"

  • I would definitely recommend Craig as the ring finder guy you can trust!
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    Lost Wedding Band.

    I lost my wedding band at the beach while on vacation. Immediately, my husband started searching for it. He was advised that it would be helpful to use a ring finder, because this does happen often. This is how we found Craig.

    He came out first thing in the morning and was so professional and thorough, going over the area I was in for at least 2 hrs. Unfortunately, we were unable to find it. Craig told us that there are people that go out at night after everyone is gone and someone could have recovered it then.

    He did reach out to us the next day and said he will be going out to that area again and will try using a different detector.

    Even though we were unable to find it, I would definitely recommend Craig as the ring finder guy you can trust!

    Thank you again Craig for your efforts!

    Missy & David

  • Mark you are a savior !!!!!!
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    Mark you are a savior !!!!!! Thank you for finding our gem ????… we are forever grateful ????

  • . I am so grateful that there are people like Kai who are willing to give of their time and abilities so selflessly just to help others.
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    I was at the beach with my family and took my rings off to reapply sunscreen, then completely forgot about them until we had already packed up & were heading back to the car. I went back to look for them but it was impossible. I thought that they were gone forever. A friend referred me to Kai so I thought it was worth a shot. I emailed him that night & he replied right away. He went back to the beach early the next morning to look. I couldn’t believe that someone would spend hours on his day off trying to help someone that he had never even met! i honestly wasn’t expecting much and didn’t want to get my hopes up, but I couldn’t believe it when he told me he had actually found them! He even drove out with his family in the middle of the night to return my rings. I am so grateful that there are people like Kai who are willing to give of their time and abilities so selflessly just to help others. Mahalo for everything that you do & for finding and returning something so precious!

  • He really saved the day ! I’m so glad I found TheRingFinders !
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    I’m not sure how to post a testimonial for Mike Wingard out of Mobile Alabama . But I lost my wedding ring on thanksgiving day on our farm , we had to leave for a trip so I wasn’t able to find it . I got in touch with Mike and we couldn’t be happier ! He really saved the day ! I’m so glad I found TheRingFinders !

  • Thank you again, Chris! You have no idea what it means to have my ring back.
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    I emailed Chris in a panic late Saturday night to help me find my engagement ring that fell off while playing in the snow with my son. He emailed me back right away telling me to call him ASAP. He made the drive (3 hour round trip) Sunday morning and after searching for just a few minutes he found it! But he had to fake me out first, asking more questions and telling me more about the equipment, then he just casually asked me how it felt to see my ring again and held it up. It took a second for me to register what I was looking at, I was so shocked! I definitely didn’t expect to see my ring again.

    Thank you again, Chris! You have no idea what it means to have my ring back.

  • Luke is now our hero and I will recommend him to anyone...
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    So grateful that Luke was able to find my wedding ring in such a short period of time! My wife and I were worried that I would have to purchase a new ring to replace the one I lost. We both didn’t want to do that because it wouldn’t have had the same sentimental value. Anyways Luke is now our hero and I will recommend him to anyone that needs help finding a lost item.

  • I can’t say enough nice things about Don...
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    I can’t say enough nice things about Don. I was up most of the night at the hospital with our daughter letting my wife get some sleep, so losing my ring was the last thing I needed at that moment. Spent the better part of two hours in a sleep-deprived panic looking around in the deep snow before giving up and getting in touch with Don. He got back to me right away and told me he’d meet me as soon as he could. He was totally unflappable, just calmly persevered until we’d checked every possible place it could be until we found it.

    I’m incredibly relieved and endlessly grateful. It was a tough few days already with our daughter being sick and I didn’t need one more thing to worry about. Thankfully, along with finding the ring, I also got to take my wife and daughter home from the hospital. Everything is as it should be again.

    Don is a gem, and he seemed so happy and excited to have been able to help. Thanks again, Don!

    Duncan

  • He’s the real deal – a ring finder and a gentleman!
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    After working all afternoon in our yard, cleaning out leaves from the planting beds, I was horrified to look at my hands and realize that my wedding ring was no longer on my finger. What can you say about a ring that’s been there for 34 yrs and daily reminds you of all those shared years? I was stunned. We looked for it unsuccessfully and then we found Steve’s website. He arrived at our house in about 15 minutes and found my ring in less than 10. Wow. I couldn’t stop smiling for 24 hours. The whole drama transpired within an hour … from lost to found. I don’t know which chapter was more astonishing … losing the ring or Steve’s quick recovery. I hugged him (asked permission first!) – he was so gracious, knew exactly what he was doing, and in a short period of time left 2 VERY grateful people. He’s the real deal – a ring finder and a gentleman!

  • I found The Ring Finders on line and called...
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    I love turtles. I bought a silver ring with turtles etched on it. I had to go out and shovel the walk before work. I had my gloves on but took them off before getting in my car. That’s when I noticed my ring wasn’t on any longer. I had to go to work and didn’t have time to look for it at the time. When I got home from work, it was starting to get dark. I looked for it for about 30 minutes. Then it got so dark I couldn’t see anymore. I found The Ring Finders on line and called. I made arrangements to meet Penny in a couple of days. I showed her where I had shoveled. It took her about an hour, but she finally found it. I will be more careful taking off my gloves from now on.

  • Me and my wife are so happy and grateful for you...
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    Hi Chris, thank you so much for reunited our wedding ring. Me and my wife are so happy and grateful for you being so kind. You saved our blessed ring and even didn't accept any reward for returning it to us. Wish you a wonderful year full of blessings. Thank you, Davidson and Sueli.

  • Steve is like a superhero!
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    Steve is like a superhero! I'm so happy I didn't give up and took to the web to find some help. Steve responded to my message first thing in the morning and was quick to make himself available that afternoon. He kept me updated on his status and was positive in all communications - a real comfort when you're panicked. He arrived with a smile and was ready to roll.

    That ring has been on a journey through the family for over 75 years and I'm glad it didn't end that night on the beach.

    Thank you, Steve, for being so generous with your time and being available so quickly. It's a breath of fresh air to meet someone who uses their talents to help others for the right reason. You rock!

    Thank again.

  • He really saved the day, and I would recommend his services to anyone...
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    We lost my fiancé’s engagement ring in Hawrelak park today while getting some photos taken, so we called Norm, and he was there within the hour. He showed up with all his gear, and he found her ring in no time! We never would have found a white gold ring buried in the snow on our own. Norm was very friendly, helpful, and is a real professional at what he does. He really saved the day, and I would recommend his services to anyone who needs help finding something they’ve lost. Thanks again Norm!

  • There are not enough good things to say about Bob...
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    Words can’t adequately describe the persistence and determination Bob displayed. When we first met and discussed the possibilities of where it might be, it seemed possible if it wasnt found in the first 10-15 hours, it could be a challenging recovery. Even after 5 years, I was sure it was on the property somewhere…. as we approached Thanksgiving, we began to discuss the possibility the search would have to be delayed until spring if the ground froze. Early on, Bob provided daily updates on target areas and progress. He had defined the communication process to be via phone, he would only text if he found a ring. We exchanged many calls over the course of 2.5 months. I knew Bob was coming on the 9th. The terrain had become quite challenging and the weather was bad. At some point, I noticed there was a text message from Bob. Didnt register at the moment and I was busy, a while later I recalled the communication process guidelines he mentioned and thought I better check that… “I found a diamond ring”…

    I hadn’t really thought much about how I might inform my wife. I had resigned myself to the fact it might not be found. I decided it would just present it to her that same day. She put it on like it never left, and I’m not sure we could get it off now even with a stick of dynamite.

    There are not enough good things to say about Bob, his professionalism and determination. Truly a unique individual. While I certainly hope I don’t have to use his professional services again, what I can say, is if you find yourself in a predicament requiring these services, this is the person to call.

  • I would highly recommend Mark...
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    Mark was amazing and extremely quick to respond when I contacted him about doing a search. After a little back and forth, Mark was at the park I lost my ring at the next morning. After telling him about where my son and I were playing and where I thought I may have lost it, he began his search. After cleaning up a few old rusty cans that he found he located my ring in roughly 30 minutes. Even after he located the ring it still took me a second to actually see it amongst the bark. I cant explain how grateful I am for Mark! Thanks so much and I would highly recommend Mark to find any items that you loose.

    Thank You!

  • My family will forever be grateful for their work especially my grandmother...
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    "For years, I had heard various stories from different members of my family regarding rings that had been lost on my grandparents’ property. One story mentioned my grandfather’s lost wedding, another was about a missing class ring belonging to one of my uncles, and a further one revolved around my father’s also absent class ring. At one point in my youth, my parents purchased me my own metal detector after I decided I wanted to see if any of these stories were true. Alas, my childhood inability to focus on one thing for more than a short period of time got the better of me and I gave up on the search.

    Now over a decade later, my grandparents’ home of almost 60 years is being sold and my ninety-two year old grandmother is moving in with my parents. While packing up their house, I suddenly remembered some of those old stories and talked to my grandmother about them. With the sale of the house pressing down on us, I felt a sudden compulsion to try and determine if any of those lost rings were actually out there once and for all. I pulled out the old metal detector, did a little searching, but alas it was to no avail. Not willing to give up just yet, I did a little googling and happened to come across TheRingFinders.

    I found a few local nearby guys through the site’s directory and sent them both messages. I got a response from Steve Andrews within hours of messaging him and he agreed to come out the following day. Unexpectedly, the next morning Tom Clyde messaged me as well to tell me he was already on his way. I was worried about both men showing up at the same time when they were expecting to be detecting alone. Fortunately, I was happily surprised to find out that both men knew each other and were willing to search together. With low expectations in place given the information we were going off of, I was shocked when after only forty minutes Steve pulled my uncle’s class ring from the ground. Both men were extremely professional, easy to talk to and communicate with, and were more than reasonable in their pricing. If anyone in the Hampton Roads area needs a ring or anything else of its kind found then they should not hesitate to reach out to either Steve or Tom. I am firmly of the belief that if either of these two men can’t find what you’re missing than no one can. These guys know what they are doing with their years of experience and various successful hunts serving as evidence for their skills. My family will forever be grateful for their work especially my grandmother who was profoundly happy to have a piece of one her late children back again."

  • Jeff, you’re THE BEST!
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    Jeff, you’re THE BEST! Thanks again for recovering my ring. I am so happy I found you. Thanks to you for making it such an amazing event and fun story I’ll remember forever.

    Teresa Sicade

    Bainbridge Island, WA

  • You won’t be disappointed in using Dave’s services, he is honest, trustworthy, and an all around great guy...
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    If anyone ever loses any jewelry in Pensacola, your first call should be Dave with Ring Finders. When we lost Dani’s engagement ring, I didn’t know what to do. Unfortunately I didn’t have insurance on the ring at the time and googled how to find a ring lost in water. I contemplated on buying a metal detector and then I stumbled upon Dave’s ring finder page. I had a good feeling to go with Dave because of his great success at finding rings and all of the positive comments people wrote on his page. Dave and his father in law Tom went above and beyond to locate Dani’s engagement ring. I can’t believe that after 4 months they didn’t give up, Dani and I sure did. We are beyond thankful for their hard work that ultimately ended in Tom finding our ring. You won’t be disappointed in using Dave’s services, he is honest, trustworthy, and an all around great guy. Thank you again Dave and Tom for finding Dani’s ring!!

  • Thank you so much for giving us a little piece of our mom back.
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    What a great gift to have this ring back! Thank you so much for giving us a little piece of our mom back.

  • My family will forever be grateful
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    "For years, I had heard various stories from different members of my family regarding rings that had been lost on my grandparents’ property. One story mentioned my grandfather’s lost wedding, another was about a missing class ring belonging to one of my uncles, and a further one revolved around my father’s also absent class ring. At one point in my youth, my parents purchased me my own metal detector after I decided I wanted to see if any of these stories were true. Alas, my childhood inability to focus on one thing for more than a short period of time got the better of me and I gave up on the search.

    Now over a decade later, my grandparents’ home of almost 60 years is being sold and my ninety-two year old grandmother is moving in with my parents. While packing up their house, I suddenly remembered some of those old stories and talked to my grandmother about them. With the sale of the house pressing down on us, I felt a sudden compulsion to try and determine if any of those lost rings were actually out there once and for all. I pulled out the old metal detector, did a little searching, but alas it was to no avail. Not willing to give up just yet, I did a little googling and happened to come across Ringer Finders.

    I found a few local nearby guys through the site’s directory and sent them both messages. I got a response from Steve Andrews within hours of messaging him and he agreed to come out the following day. Unexpectedly, the next morning Tom Clyde messaged me as well to tell me he was already on his way. I was worried about both men showing up at the same time when they were expecting to be detecting alone. Fortunately, I was happily surprised to find out that both men knew each other and were willing to search together. With low expectations in place given the information we were going off of, I was shocked when after only forty minutes Steve pulled my uncle’s class ring from the ground. Both men were extremely professional, easy to talk to and communicate with, and were more than reasonable in their pricing. If anyone in the Hampton Roads area needs a ring or anything else of its kind found then they should not hesitate to reach out to either Steve or Tom. I am firmly of the belief that if either of these two men can’t find what you’re missing than no one can. These guys know what they are doing with their years of experience and various successful hunts serving as evidence for their skills. My family will forever be grateful for their work especially my grandmother who was profoundly happy to have a piece of one her late children back again."

  • Stan is the best!
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    Thanks so much to those of you who so quickly reached out to me. Fortunately I came upon

    “Stan Ross / The Ring Finders”. I found him online but was hesitant to call since he’s based in Newport Beach. As desperate as I was, I gave it a shot.

    Let me tell you, as it turned out, I was the one who found the treasure in Stan!

    I called at 4pm. The sweetest man EVER answered and after telling him about my situation he said “No problem, I’m not busy, I can head right over now.” An hour and a half later he pulled up in his super cool (very shiny) fire engine red Mini Cooper loaded with every detector and gadget you could imagine.

    While crawling around my hillside garden in the DARK, the ring was found.

    Stan is the best! And as an added bonus, he comes packed with some really fantastic stories of others and their recovered treasures.

    Oh, did I mention he only accepts donations/tips?!

    I can’t wait to stupidly lose something else just so we can have him over again.

  • Very pleased with Wes' service...
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    Cleveland fall weekend weather. Leaves to rake, bag and take to the street. Cold weather and wearing work gloves. Stopped to blow nose numerous times and take the gloves off. Didn't notice the ring missing until Monday morning. In a state of panic. Wife and I spent two hours at night searching with flashlights--no luck. Wife spent 4 hours on the internet looking for resources when she came across Wesley Felts who was located through TheRingFinders and close to our home. Talked with Wesley on the phone at great length about the type of equipment he uses searching for various metal objects. We agreed on a date to initiate the search but snow came and I was concerned that we would be out of luck until spring at least. Lo and behold the snow melted in time for Wes' search. Arrived promptly on time and within 15 minutes had the lawn grid laid out and began searching. We had about 1/3 of an acre to cover and a 5 foot pile of leaves. 2.5 hours later he comes into the hour to warm up and shows me a ring on his finger and asks if the missing ring looks like this one!!!! I was one very happy camper!! Very pleased with Wes' service. I hope to never have to use his services again but I am keeping his name in my phone in case anyone else needs his services. Thank you Wes!!!

    John & Kathy Harvan

    Walton Hills, Ohio

  • I prayed for help, God sent me an angel... Wesley
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    I prayed for help, God sent me an angel... Wesley Wesley, I can never thank you enough for finding my wedding ring..... From the moment I called WesleyFelts@theringfinder.com, he told me to stay positive, have faith, he would find my wedding ring. Wes arrived at our home on a mission, with a great attitude, he was very kind and caring, he knew I was broken hearted. He reassured me and gave me hope, Wes knew I was doing a good deed when I had lost my ring, I had been helping out a neighbor in her yard who is battling cancer....I am still amazed how he patiently and carefully looked thru the snow, fallen leaves and straw. He was very professional, Wes had the right equipment for the job, he asked me all the right questions to get an idea of where to search, and as a result from his professionalism I am wearing my beloved wedding ring again! Wesley found my ring! Thank you WesleyFelts@ringfinder.com for doing this kind of tedious work, for helping others not only find their sentimental jewelry but also giving us hope. An act of kindness goes a long way, imagine our world if everyone did just one. God bless you Wesley! Sincerely, Maria

  • I was floored, and beyond grateful...
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    A cool thing that happened to me today, a bit of an emotional rollercoaster (don't worry, nothing serious):

    For background - my wedding band was purchased from Amazon (prime!) for a variety of reasons. (1) It was $7, at a time that I was spending a lot on other wedding-related expenses, (2) I'm notorious for losing personal items (especially sunglasses) and didn't want to risk losing something valuable, (3) its cheapness (and replaceability - did I mention Amazon prime?) would cancel any potential emotional attachment, (4) I thought it would make for a funny story.

    Well, as things worked out, I've held on to the damn thing for almost 5 years. And never lost it outside my house, but the brief times I can't find it around here I freak out. Emotionally attached indeed.

    Today, my kids had the day off for Veteran's Day, but I was at work. Our new babysitter was helping with the kids, and she took my toddler son to the park a few blocks away. I work nearby so I decided to drop by and say hi. My son was so excited, and grabbed me to follow him to the swing. I chatted nearby with the babysitter, then followed him to another slide. He grasped my hand tightly again to follow him, and I froze - I felt a sudden panic as if I felt my ring fall off. I frantically looked around, sifted through the nearby sand, but couldn't find anything. Or maybe it didn't fall off, and it was never there? I've definitely left it (or lost it) at home a few times, so that was the more plausible explanation - just a phantom sensation associated with his squeeze and seeing my naked finger. On my walk back to my office, I called my mother-in-law to ask her to check the bathrooms or my nightstand, in case I left it. No dice, but I still knew it could be hiding somewhere.

    I went back to the playground about 45 minutes later, did a cursory sweep of the area again and realized the futility of such a task. I spent the afternoon in a bit of a funk. Not certain it was lost on the playground, but very much not certain it wasn't. This time felt different. I put up an ad on Nextdoor. I started researching metal detectors, and even ordered a basic one on Amazon. I looked for my ring and realized it's been discontinued, much to my chagrin, but some other company offers an identical one (this time $18! alas!). I contemplated getting a nicer ring this time, but really wanted to keep trying to find it. After all, THIS is the ring that my wife put on my hand on our wedding day. I can't pretend I'm not invested.

    I returned home, futilely searched the few spots it might be, then gave it up to spend time with my kids. My son was sad, but I knew this wasn't his fault - his only "crime" was being so excited about seeing his father that he may have accidentally pulled off a cheap piece of jewelry? And I can't even be sure that happened? Perspective!

    Meanwhile, someone on Nextdoor recommended a metal detecting network called The Ring Finders, comprised mostly of volunteers and amateur sleuths. On a lark, I contacted the first guy listed in my neighborhood. A man named Steve (https://theringfinders.com/Steve.Smith/) seemed more than willing to come give it a shot, and said our best bet was to get started ASAP. We arranged to meet at 6:30. I felt sort of sheepish as I drove over to the park, as there was still some shot that I had misplaced it at home, and imagined the entire episode. He pulled out a nicer looking metal detector than the beginner one I had ordered, and a scoop to sift the sand. We set out in the darkness to the area I believed the ring might be hiding. Not 30 seconds later, and he gets a ping, almost exactly where it would be in my mind's eye! Eureka! Instead, his bucket came up with a half dollar coin. Cool, but not the treasure we were after. He methodically swept the area and moved further away from our starting point. He came up with a few dirty pennies, but nothing else. I started to lose hope, but Steve was undaunted, and we started to move towards the only other area I knew my son and I had been.

    Just before we left, he decided to check the other side of the path, in case the ring had flung itself a few meters in the wrong direction. My hopes were fading fast, but onwards. He got a faint pinging, one that indicated the source was buried a little deeper. I was sure this was another penny. The scoop came up with some detritus, but the pinging persisted. He scooped again, and then again. Lo and behold, my little ring! Buried about 6 inches deep, no idea how. I was floored, and beyond grateful. This was a pretty great way to redeem a day that was heading south quickly. Steve asked to photograph the ring, and myself, and we both left the park in great spirits. A good day!

    Anyway, just thought I'd share. Thanks to Nextdoor and definitely to Steve. That was pretty cool.

  • Thank you, Brian! You're the best!
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    Brian took time off time from his vacation to help me find my wife's wedding ring that I had dropped on the way back from the pool. I was carrying it to our apartment so that it wouldn’t get lost at the pool and I still lost it on my walk back to the apartment. We found The Ring Finders online. He called me back within minutes of emailing him with my situation and he said that he could come out the next morning and help me. He did exactly that and found my ring in under 10 minutes. We had 4 people looking for it in the same places but couldn't find it! With Brian's metal detector and expertise it was found! It means so much to both of us that Brian was able to retrieve our original wedding ring. The experience was fun, easy, and efficient. Thank you, Brian! You're the best! It's hard to believe that there is such a nice, honest, kind, self-less person in the world that was able to help me with this problem.

    - James and Peyton of Columbia, Maryland

  • appreciation of John’s kindness and services.
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    John’s ring finding services are impeccable. He let me know when he was available, called the day before to confirm and gave me a half hour heads up arrival notice. He felt completely trustworthy to search for a precious lost ring. It’s his hobby but also a skill generously offered to help find a ring that has many levels of value for me. I lost a gold band while giving my dog a bath on our deck. It traveled somewhere covered in abundant fall leaves from our humongous beech trees. He warned us against racking since we could accidentally discard the ring with the leaves. So the ring was totally lost from view. This ring’s design replicates one my mother wore and my closest friend wears an identical ring. Within 15 minutes he successfully located my treasured ring making me truly happy. In deep appreciation of John’s kindness and services.

  • I truly wish I had known about The Ring Finders and Del years ago...
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    I could simply not believe how easy Del made this entire process. I wish I had known about The Ring Finders years ago, but Del wasn't worried at all about the elapsed years. He was very prompt, direct, and friendly throughout the entire exchange, offering all kinds of detail about the entire search plan and procedure. Luckily we had quite a bit of photo documentation of the day of the loss, and I had fun looking at satellite photos and circling areas of highest likelihood at Del's request. He made excellent use of that information and was super efficient in his searching. I had hesitantly gotten my hopes up when he first told me how certain he was, especially given the size of the property and my time- and alcohol-befuddled memory of the events of that day. While I was excited to hear about the search, a significant part of me was expecting an email saying that all daylight hours were utilized but ultimately fruitless. Instead he let me know that he had the ring in hand in time to be home for lunch! What a rock star. Dell knows the technical side of the business well but also excelled and proactively handling all of the personal details too. He made the effort to woo the property owner and reassure her about any concerns, and he had that ring in the mail and flying across the globe to me immediately. I didn't even have time to plan an elaborate reveal, it was incredible. From beginning to end, our entire interaction with Del was amazing, and I can still hardly believe how easy this was--for me as the customer, that is. I truly wish I had known about The Ring Finders and Del years ago, as I would have called much, much sooner.

  • If you ever need someone to find a lost item, Brian is your guy...
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    I contacted Brian to help me find my platinum wedding band that I lost in about 2 feet of water at a private beach in Anne Arundel County. I came upon Brian after googling tips for finding a lost wedding ring at the beach. Brian was very enthusiastic, courteous, kind, and his optimism about the situation was contagious. Even after not having success the first day he looked for it, he was still very positive, determined, and certain that he could find it. Brian went out of his way to help me by squeezing in a second search on his way to his vacation! The man loves what he does! He found the ring on the second search before I could even get to the beach to see how it was going, and I only live 5 minutes away! If you ever need someone to find a lost item, Brian is your guy. Super nice, friendly, optimistic, honest, and talented. People say I was lucky to find the ring. I tell them it was not luck, it was Brian’s skill and attitude. Lastly, based on my interaction with Brian, he’s not in this for the money. He’s truly looking to help people find their invaluable items and gets a huge thrill from helping them. Thank you, Brian!

    - The Rangel Family of Annapolis, Maryland

  • So very happy that Pete made contact
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    So very happy that Pete made contact as I took the bold step to ask on our local FB grapevine for help. Every so often I would return to the supposed site to try and find the lost earring and as the months progressed I started to doubt where I thought I had lost it. Pete didn’t take very long and was very thorough – he has to contend with my guinea fowl calls in the back ground but within 1/2 hour after deciding to explore further Than the initial field area & after carefully listening to my poor recollection of the loss – there it was – in bedded in the under growth – I certainly would never have seen it If it wasn’t for the metal detector alert as it looked quite insignificant and dull And certainly didn’t look like metal but another piece of undergrowth !. Not for long – will be off to get it properly cleaned tomorrow .

  • I'm so glad that you were trustworthy ...
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    Thank you so much for helping me find my ring!! It was so amazing to me that a stranger actually wanted to help me find my ring, and not scam me like other strangers had tried to do. I'm so glad that you were trustworthy and took a genuine interest in helping me. Thank you so very much!

    - Liberty of Allentown, Pennsylvania

  • We were overwhelmed with joy!
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    I wanted to share a review of Greg Bradford’s Jewelry finding skills.

    We lost a diamond stud earring, its about as small amount of metal as I can imagine losing!

    The earring was so personally sentimental to us! The ring was lost in the grass in our front lawn, we spent countless hours crawling around the yard to try to find it, without success. We thought we’d never find the earring again! I then came across the ring finders network, and Greg’s profile. Greg came across in his profile has a very professional person and top notch personality! He showed up at my front door and was every bit like his profile read, a top notch professional! Greg went right to work with various metal detectors, and was actually explaining how he was looking to match the existing earring to the lost earring. He was very personable and took the hunt with enthusiasm and vigor. After 1.5 hours Greg found the lost earring! We were overwhelmed with joy! We couldn’t believe we actually were seeing the earring again… I must have told 10 people in the next hour of Greg’s abilities and was so happy for the rest of the day! Can’t express how glad we were in finding Greg, hope you all never lose anything of value but if you do, call Greg as soon as possible!

    -Mick

  • Thank you again for everything Steve you truly saved the day.
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    "My worst fears had come true after proposing to my girlfriend. No she didn't say no to "will you marry me?" but as we were taking celebratory pictures with our photographer, the ring fell into the waves below the Malibu Pier. My Fiance and I were overcome with emotion and our greatest day was shaping out to be one of the worst. My best friend who was there with us called his uncle, who referred us to Steve from the ringfinders.com and this man could truly not be more of a saint. He stayed and never gave up searching below the pier with full gear for hours. Finally, as I was losing hope steve held up my glittering ring into the sun and I was overwhelmed by his kindness and diligence. Thank you again for everything Steve you truly saved the day.

  • Thank you Jason Scanlan/The Ringfinders!
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    I contacted Jason Scanlan at “TheRingFinders” to discuss running a metal detector in the cold, moving water. Within ten-minutes of searching there was a “beep” in the headphones and I knew where to scoop with a long-handled net. Another minute or so later and I had my GoPro camera and equipment back in my hands. I pressed the power button and was able to watch the recorded journey my camera took after being knocked off of my kayak.

    Thank you Jason Scanlan/The Ringfinders!

  • Mike is a friendly, kind and generous guy
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    Hi Friends & Neighbors,

    This week, I met a very generous and special member of our FPF community! His name is Mike Baker and he is a member of "The Ring Finders", a group that helps people find lost metal objects of all kinds!

    I contacted Mike to get help finding an electronic car key which I lost some time ago on a friend's property. We had searched repeatedly but could not find it!

    Mike came over on a cold evening, head lamp and metal detector in hand. Even in these conditions, in a short time Mike had located my key! And the most amazing thing is that he does not charge for his service! Instead, he accepts donations, without obligation, the lion's share (and often all of which) goes to the Central Vermont Humane Society, Over the years, Mike's service has generated many donations for his favorite animal rescue and adoption charity.

    Mike is a friendly, kind and generous guy who deserves our thanks and support in his efforts to serve our community and our animal friends

  • Forever grateful for your service and kindness...
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    Steve, Thank you so much for finding my daughters first ring!! My friend and I were sweating after 2 hours of being on our hands and knees in the sun. I wanted to give up and suffer the loss but Thankfully, we found you!! And just like that, you came and delivered. Forever grateful for your service and kindness.

  • Thanks a Million.
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    Brilliant Service!! Can’t believe my luck in finding Sean at such a stressful time. I called thought he might not respond but thankfully got back to me within a couple of minutes and was onsite a couple hours later. I didn’t want to leave it to chance with the rising tide losing the exact area it was in. So glad Sean managed to find it within seconds of arriving! Sean made quick work of it. Thanks so much for relocating my Wedding band mate. Would have never been the same if lost even replaced. Worth every penny. I had no doubt you would be able to find it and happy with the agreed reward. Win win. I can see why you love your job Sean. Thanks a Million.

  • You are a Godsend, an angel! Thank you for helping us...
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    Mr. Perry,

    We cannot express how grateful we are to you and helping us find Patrick’s wedding band of 20 years. We were lost just like the ring was. I contacted you that evening and you were on the beach the very next day. Within 10 minutes the ring was found. You are a Godsend, an angel! Thank you for helping us. Mr. Perry you are an answer to our prayers ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Many Blessings to you ❤️.

  • I thought it was a lost cause, until I reached out to Scott for his help...
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    Scott, found my engagement ring after I'd lost it kayaking a few months ago! The water was deep and murky, and the current was moving very fast. I thought it was a lost cause, until I reached out to Scott for his help. He gave me hope and was willing to travel all the way to Ohio to search for it. His generosity gives me hope and I am still in awe that he was able to find my ring!

    Janelle Colette

  • Thanks again Scott Guise!
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    My husband lost his wedding band the day we were taking our sons one year old photos. We thought we’d never see it again until we found Scott Guise on theringfinders.com. He went out and found it today! So thankful for his services. If you or anyone you know have lost items that you don’t think you’d ever get back. Worth a try to contact him to see if he can help! So glad we Did! Thanks again Scott Guise!

    Jenn Rankin

  • I am in awe of Luke, Jim, and the other ring finders...
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    Where to even begin?

    I was enjoying a beautiful Saturday with my husband and friends, soaking up the sun and playing catch in the water, when my worst nightmare hit - my wedding band and engagement ring were missing. Immediate panic and retracing steps set in, assuming them lost forever in the ocean. A kind group came over to us frantically searching the ocean, telling us about theringfinders.com who had recently found a lost ring for them. In the midst of tears, I emailed Luke who immediately got back to me, telling me he would be in touch the next morning. The next day, Luke and Jim searched the ocean for 2-3 hours, fighting seaweed and waves, assuring me when they came up empty that the ring would be found.

    Two days later I get a call from Luke who is returning to look for the rings after working all day. I happened to be on my way to look as well, wanting to recheck the beach instead of water. 10 minutes away, I get another call from Luke who has BOTH rings.

    Speechless.

    I am in awe of Luke, Jim, and the other ring finders who help people during one of the most miserable, embarrassing (and expensive!) moment of their lives. The fact that I am able to celebrate my 1 year anniversary (and all future years) with my original rings is something I will never be able to thank them enough for. Luke mentioned believing in karma and all I can say is that good karma is coming his way for the rest of his life!

    To the rest - 1) Insure your jewelery 2) don’t wear them at the beach 3) contact theringfinders.com

    Thank you from the bottom of my heart,

    Tricia

  • Thank you so much Matt! Thank you so much Jesus for answering my prayers
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    Thank you so much Matt! Thank you so much Jesus for answering my prayers on Garden City beach that morning. This was a day when I really needed to hear a big “Yes” from God and He knew it! Matt, I appreciate so much your perseverance on a cold morning in the crunch zone. I hope to serve others in Myrtle beach and surrounding areas the way you served us!!! Keep going man you’re a blessing!!! So glad we’re neighbors, see you soon, Grateful, Sandi

  • You guys HAVE restored my faith in the good in people!
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    THIS is Chelsea’s mom. When she called me in tears the day before saying it was lost I was heartbroken for her. He fiance’, Chance, had NOT told her her that the ring was a family heirloom. She felt horrible, yet loved as Chance had said,”it’s ok,it’s only jewelry.” Yet she knew better. I must admit that I WAS very sceptical about this organization. Especially since Mr. Perry only asked for “gas money”.

    You guys HAVE restored my faith in the good in people! Even had you NOT found the ring, the way you rallied together to search was AWESOME!

  • Jim you were a Angel to come to our rescue!
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    Jim you were a Angel to come to our rescue! Words aren’t enough to say how grateful l was to see you. I have told everyone l know about you and The Ring Finders! I still tear up when l think about that day! A big Thanks to Matt Fry for being so gracious to get you to call me and Randy that day, Matt was on vacation but jump right in to help. We will never forget either of you! Many thanks again!

  • If you have lost something, don’t give up hope, give Steve a call.
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    Steve Smith is amazing! I called Steve after I lost my vintage Scottish Rite ring in my garden after pulling weeds. The ring was given to me by my late mother, and was from the 1920s. It has tremendous sentimental value to me and I was heartbroken after discovering that I had lost it. Tip: never pull weeds without wearing gloves, no matter how tempting. After immediately discovering my ring not on my finger, I told my wife. She found Steve’s info and I was about to call him, but she said to try finding the ring myself first. I spent several hours crawling around where I thought I had lost it. Digging into the ground well into the evening. I then remembered a friend telling me that he owned a metal detector and that he occasionally would go gold hunting. I called him up and picked up the metal detector wrapped in a plastic garbage bag. He told me to pull up the instructions off of the internet and wished me good luck. After watching several Youtube videos, I started to look for the ring. The metal detector began to pick up sounds from every type of metal in the ground, including years of nails, and other garbage. After about four frustrating hours, I gave up and called Steve. He came over the next day and I told him the story of what happened and my attempts at finding the ring while he assembled his gear. He then started to search and within two minutes exclaimed “is this what you are looking for?” I was amazed at Steve’s abilities at finding things. I really can’t thank him enough. We ended up speaking afterwards for a good forty-five minutes. It turns out we are both surfers and had a great time talking about that. If you have lost something, don’t give up hope, give Steve a call.

  • My sincerest thanks to Rich and the TheRingFinders organization.
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    It was so kind of you and your organization to help me.

    I purchased this ring on Maui for my sweetheart (ku’uipo). Some years later, it had to be cut off her finger, so the sizing had changed. At one point, it had been lost in the garden in Kahului, Maui but we found it a few months later.

    As my spouse hadn’t been wearing it for some time, she offered it back to me and I was thrilled to get it. I wore the ring with no issues for many years until that fateful day when I went swimming with it on.

    I felt it fall off my finger and tried to retrieve it without success. I posted on Craigslist and was directed to TheRingFinders. They said they’d do what they could–although I thought by that time, the ring would have migrated far away from where I had lost it.

    I received a call some months after and Rich said that he had found it. I trekked down to Cape Cod where I was reunited with my ring.

    My sincerest thanks to Rich and the TheRingFinders organization. After a year in the surf, I never thought that I’d get this very sentimental piece back.

    Mahaloa nui loa (thank you very much) for your kokua (help) in my quest.

  • I hope you are treated as well as you treat others.”
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    "Brian..You didn't restore the ring, but you did restore our faith in humanity. I know that sounds silly, but your kindness gives me hope that there are genuine, kind, honest people in the world who would help me if I were in trouble. You came to my home and gave me something without expecting something back- I've never experienced that before. You deserve more than money. I hope you are treated as well as you treat others.”

    Susan of Gainesville Virginia

  • A huge thank you and gratitude to Jeff and Craig and TheRingFinders!!!!
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    We will be forever grateful to Jeff Lubbert who found the ring and Craig Nesmeth for arranging the search. We travelled to Tennessee for a family reunion and rented a log cabin through Airbnb. On our last night of fun and celebration, my daughter’s fiancé had given my daughter his family heirloom to hold. A ring that was his great-great grandfathers ring that had been passed down through the generations. She slipped the ring onto her finger and never felt it slide off, the rings loss was not noticed until the end of the night. We all (about 40 of us) searched for the ring on hands and knees. It was gone and we were all devastated. My brother heard of the website LostMyStuff, he put a post out that site and Craig contacted us a few weeks later. Craig and Jeff asked permission of the owners and then went up to the cabin to perform the search. Jeff found the ring!!! I cannot tell you how happy our entire family was in hearing the news. Texts went flying from California, Texas, Tennessee, Florida, Alabama, New York and Australia. Tears of happiness!! We will be forever grateful!!! My daughter’s boyfriend (Sean) not only received his family heirloom back but received it one day before they were to leave for their travels. A huge thank you and gratitude to Jeff and Craig and TheRingFinders!!!!

  • You are truly our miracle man...
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    I thank God that He brought you into our lives when he did and you will forever be a part of our lives now, whether you want to be or not. You are truly our miracle man and "Ring Finder" and you will forever be in our hearts and minds. Thank you for having such a big heart!

    - Tammy of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

    You have no idea how thankful we all are for what you have done. You have a heart of GOLD and are one of the most thoughtful people I will ever meet. Thank you so much!! Bless you, Brian.

    - Morgan of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

  • We were really inspired and touched by what you and other Ring Finders are doing.
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    We truly thank you for your response, speedy recovery of such an important symbol of our marriage, and generosity with your time last night. We were really inspired and touched by what you and other Ring Finders are doing. With so much disappointment and sadness in the world, people like you and organizations founded upon purpose and authentic helpfulness is a wonderful reminder that there is so much good all around us.

    Thank you thank you thank you, and good luck in all your future searches!

    Victoria & Peter

  • I am forever Thankful for Tracy Santee and his hard work. I can’t say enough good things about Tracy...
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    Always Keep Faith.

    I am forever Thankful for Tracy Santee and his hard work. I can’t say enough good things about Tracy. He is a great professional guy. I felt like he was as invested in finding my ring as I was. He was willing to get wet and dirty. What impressed me the most is he was willing to meet me multiple times to search. If you lost something Tracy is the man to find it. Throughout this whole thing my wife and I kept Faith that we would find it. With Tracy’s help we did.

    My story is about faith, determination, and a trusty helper named Tracy. I lost my wedding ring in a lake at nearby Mt. Gretna, while playing with my daughter. It was a fantastic day until I felt an odd feeling on my ring finger. It was my ring sliding off. I pulled my hand out of the water and to my dismay I was missing my wedding ring. I yelled to my wife for help. We searched with the help of a nice couple and a few life guards but to no avail that day.

    I didn’t know what to do. But I knew I needed to get my wedding ring back. I did a Google search and found ring finders. I contacted Tracy and he was more than willing to help me. I arranged a time where Mt. Gretna lake would let us in to search. I had just purchased a small cheap underwater detector to help search. Tracy met me and my father at the lake to search. I told Tracy what happened and about where I lost my ring. He told me his plan of attack which sounded great. He started his systematic search, while I tried my best at using my small handheld detector. In a few minutes he gets a hit right about where I lost my ring. I dive down to scoop. Nothing… But Tracy still has it on his detector. I dive down again. Lots of sand but no metal. Then his detector turns off and won’t turn back on. He says this is odd, I’ve never had this problem before. He quickly learns water somehow got into it. So my dad had the great idea of taping my hand held detector to hockey stick. So we could search the bottom but not have to go underwater. Tracy being the expert that he is, I let him use the hockey stick metal detector. We were able to find a few soda tabs and coins, but no ring. And it was time for us to get out of the lake before it opened to the public.

    Tracy had to send his detector off to Texas to get fixed. When he got it back, we got in contact and set up a time to search again. Unfortunately, I couldn’t help because of work. But Tracy met my Dad at the lake to look again. This time Tracy brought his son to assist and dive for objects. My dad said they covered quite a bit of area and went pretty deep into the water on their search, but nothing.

    The lake I lost it in closes Labor for the year and no one is allowed in until they open again. That date was getting close. I emailed Tracy asking if he would be willing to search one more time. I was very thankful he said he would. So I arranged it that I could help him search. We were finding lots of change and metal junk but no ring. The lake owner comes down and says you have 10 minutes left. Just after that Tracy gets a really good hit. I dive down and located it with a pin pointer. Then get a greater big scoop of sand. I’m shaking the sand out and I think I see a sparkle. I tell myself don’t get to excited. I shake out some more sand. There my ring is sparkling back at me. I picked it up, put it on, and yelled “I got it!!!!!” This happened as the owner was coming to tell us our time was up. We found it in the last second.

    Thank You Tracy!!!!

  • Highly recommend to anyone who lost a ring...
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    Alan, thank you so so much for finding my ring that day! Almost a year later now and I am still so grateful. We had a crazy story and a very happy ending to tell at our wedding because of you! Highly recommend to anyone who lost a ring near Bethany Beach!

  • Thank you Keith Wille...
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    “My lucky day to run into Keith Wille on Second Beach in Middletown RI yesterday 15 minutes after I lost my wedding ring in the sand. Keith was walking by with another individual and assuming they were a couple of metal detection enthusiasts I asked Keith Wille for a favor to scan our area for the ring and he quickly obliged. What I didn’t know until after he found it is that Keith is in the business of finding valuables for people who lose them and the individual, he was walking with was his client – another guy who had lost his ring the previous day! (Keith found that guys ring too!). Thank you Keith Wille and if anyone find themselves missing valuables in the New England area – call Keith quickly!

  • She is an amazing person and I am very lucky to have met her on theringfinders.com.
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    I was at a cottage in boshkung lake over the Canada day weekend. While I was swimming in the lake, I lost my almost brand new Apple Watch. I was extremely disappointed on myself for not being able to take care of it and there wasn’t a single day that I did not think about my watch. Especially, since I am a student it was a very big deal for me and on top of that I was using the watch mainly to deal with my anxiety and panic attacks. After a month of waiting to see if someone returns it, I came across the site theringfinders. Then I met this amazing human being, Ann Milburn. She offered to find me my watch and went out of her way to find me my watch. She drove 1.5 hours away from Peterborough and spent much of her time trying to locate my watch. When she sent me the photo of my watch, I was over the moon. It’s a feeling that you cannot express in words. She is an amazing person and I am very lucky to have met her on theringfinders.com. She is a fine example that humanity still exists. I’ll be forever grateful to her and I would recommend her for anyone in my situation. May god bless her !

    Best regards,

    Rishard Rameez

  • Mr. Smith is nothing less than a true angel ...
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    My daughter was visiting Los Angeles and lost her engagement ring when she got knocked down by a wave in the surf. She was completely distraught and we tried contacting anyone we thought could help her. Totally by chance, I stumbled across The Ring Finders website and contact information for Steve Smith. With it already being 24 hours after the fact and her having already flown out of the area, I was not at all optimistic.

    I sent him satellite pictures from Google maps of where she was, pictures of the ring, and told him what time of day she lost it. He immediately identified that when she lost it was at high tide and said he needed to look for it between midnight and 2 am so he would be out there looking that night. I was shocked that a complete stranger was willing to go out at midnight wandering on the beach to try to find her ring!! I was even more astounded when he messaged back that HE FOUND IT!! I can’t even begin to comprehend HOW he did it (other than he must be an absolute genius) but whatever he did, it works!!

    Mr. Smith is nothing less than a true angel and we can’t begin to thank him enough!! Not only did he find a ring that everyone was certain would never be seen again but he did it in the middle of the night when he could have been home in bed asleep!! Mr. Smith, you have definitely restored my faith in humanity and proven that there are still truly good people out there who are willing to put others interests ahead of their own! The world is blessed to have people like you in it! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

  • Enter Stan, The Ring Finders angel...
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    Here’s our Frogge family miracle vacation story: We are visiting my father and brother, Mark, in California and spent a fun day in Malibu yesterday at the beach. While we were there, Patrick realized his ring had slipped off his finger into the ocean. It was an engraved signet ring that his father had given him for high school graduation, and Patrick’s father passed in 2000. So it was pretty irreplaceable. We searched in vain for the ring and gave it up for lost.

    Enter Stan, The Ring Finders angel: Online, I ran across a local business that searches for lost rings using metal detectors. Stan Ross of Ring Finders offered to look for the ring if we agreed to pay his travel costs (parking and gas). He told us that if he found the ring, we could pay him whatever we felt his services were worth. This sounded too good to be true, but we decided to try it. We looked at beach photos from yesterday to try to determine exactly where Patrick lost the ring and gave Stan our best estimation.

    Last night I dreamed we found the ring, and this morning, Stan pulled up to my brother’s house, ring in hand! Patrick Frogge Mark

  • I recommend him to anybody who has lost a valued piece of property!
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    So I lost my wedding band last weekend and I was referred to Keith Wille to find it. He is a professional treasure hunter and although I had my doubts and fears he found my ring this morning! Very professional and very friendly n kind n courteous. I recommend him to anybody who has lost a valued piece of property! Thank you so much Keith it was a pleasure meeting you!”

  • I cannot say enough good things about Dave and this service. ..
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    We cannot thank you enough Dave!!! While we both knew the ring is replaceable and just a “thing” at the end of the day—I was HEARTBROKEN! When I realized it was gone I sobbed. It was the ring my husband hid in a Christmas reindeer slipper and gave me on December 23rd…it was irreplaceable to me. We called Dave about 2 hours after I realized the ring was gone. Within the next 2 hours Dave arrived in Orange Beach and had my engagement ring back on my finger! We will always be thankful for you!!! I cannot say enough good things about Dave and this service. He arrived within 45 min. He was confident and gave me hope that I would actually get my ring back. You saved my birthday week at the beach. Thanks doesn’t seem like enough!!:)))

  • Sean Kelly is a miracle worker! (And a very nice guy, too)
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    Sean Kelly is a miracle worker! (And a very nice guy, too)

    I will be forever thankful for people like Sean Kelly! I recently lost my gold/platinum wedding band in about 5 feet of salt water while swimming off my sister’s dock in Northport, Maine. I had recently lost weight, so it was a bit loose on my finger. When my hand went into the ice-cold water, the ring came right off. I tried diving for it for about 40 minutes, but only managed to stir up the sand on the bottom. I thought it was gone forever. My brother went to Google and found The Ring Finders website, and saw that Sean Kelly was located quite near Northport. He came out the very next day with his scuba gear and his positive attitude. He had checked the tide table for our location, and surveyed the scene off the dock. Then he went under and got to work. After surfacing about 4 times bringing up a lot of metal debris that was interfering with his metal detector, I was beginning to lose hope. But he told me not to lose hope, and he was determined to continue searching. The next time he surfaced, he had my ring! He said he found it a few minutes after saying an underwater prayer to St. Anthony (the patron saint of lost items). Sean is a real professional, and he is passionate about what he does. He obviously enjoys seeing the smile on your face when you realize he recovered something you thought was gone forever. Thanks, Sean!

  • He’s so passionate about helping people...
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    Chris (The Ring Finders) was so kind since the beginning! He made us feel confident about finding our wedding ring! He came as soon as he could, and kept us updated while we were waiting for him. Sure enough as promised he found our ring within 2 minutes after his arrival! We were so happy and relieved... Can’t thank him enough for it! He’s so passionate about helping people finding their valuable/sentimental lost jewelry... We strongly recommend his services! Thank you so much, Chris!! Fernanda & Miguel

  • Would recommend this company to anyone who needs help looking for a lost ring or other jewelry.
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    Lost my ring while fixing a Xmas Decoration in our yard. My ring flew off last night and we looked for about 45 mins last night but it was too cold. Tried looking this morning and we still couldn’t find it. My brother found this company, I called, they came and within 5 minutes they found my ring!!! They were so professional and quick. So glad they found it & glad their is a service like this. Would recommend this company to anyone who needs help looking for a lost ring or other jewelry. #thankful #grateful #blessed

  • Chris Turner saved the day,...
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    We happened upon “The Ring Finder” out of desperation when our 5 yr old lost her new ring at the playground. To our surprise Chris Turner came immediately to our rescue at that very moment. In the darkness he not only found our daughter’s invaluable, sentimental ring, but he also stayed afterward to rid our local playground of hidden dangers. He found various nails hidden in the sand where children play! Chris Turner saved the day, and we are so grateful for his generous service, and kind spirit!

  • Angels do exist!
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    We just wanted to show our appreciation by sharing our testimony...while enjoying our family picnic at the beach, we started to play volleyball, and with all of the excitement, I had forgotten to put my jewelry away, prior to playing. During the game, I looked at my hand and noticed that my ring was missing! The game was immediately stopped, and everyone helped me search tirelessly. My husband started searching online, after going so long without locating the ring. He contacted Mr. Jonathan Hamill, and my wedding ring was found within 30 minutes! Angels do exist!

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    The Ginyard's

  • You are truly a honest, professional sweet lady...
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    Thank you so much allison for finding the most important thing ive ever owned, my grandmothers engagment ring. You are truly a honest, professional sweet lady. Found it amazingly fast and even let my boys try out the metal detector! Could not be happier with your services!

  • Rick and Luke were my vacation heroes!
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    Rick and Luke were my vacation heroes! I am so grateful that my sister was able to locate these two guys. I still am in awe that they found my ring. I gave them the best guess I had on where I was in the ocean and they were able to locate my ring after 3 days. I was told by a lot of people on the beach that they would’ve given up after the first day of searching but I knew the universe had put these two guys in my life for a reason. They would not give up and searched for HOURS. I knew after talking to these gentlemen, they would find my ring. I never lost hope after meeting them. I read reviews on the site after first losing the ring and stayed hopeful though trying to accept that I might never find the ring again. Rick and Luke delivered in the best way possible. I am so incredibly grateful to have had these guys in my corner searching for me and I hope others can have the same sense of hope when you are in such a state of despair. I was once that person and these guys did the unthinkable!

  • Thank you so much for the time and attention...
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    Jim you’re my hero! Thank you so much for the time and attention you gave to turning this ladies unhappy tears to those of joy. You are a jewel!!!

  • He is a quality individual in many ways. Extremely kind, patient, and skilled.
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    I had called someone else right away after the ring was lost. I gave it a few days and still had no reply. Getting anxious as time was slipping by, I researched again. I found Jeff Morgan and within less than 24 hours of that first phone call, Rob was wearing his ring again! We had just about given up on any hope the ring could be found. But Jeff did it!

    He is a quality individual in many ways. Extremely kind, patient, and skilled.

    Call Jeff Morgan first!

    PS: unless you lost your cell phone, take a picture right away of the location of the loss. I wish I would have thought to do that.

    Susan Nobile

    Federal Way, WA

  • we owe it all to you and your fellow RingFinders...
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    Hi Chuck! Thanks again for finding Ron’s ring! It was actually over 2 years ago that the ring was lost. I thought it was a goner. Ron had faith that he would find it. It was incredible that you guys came out to help us. I wanted to be optimistic but I was confident your efforts would be in vain. I could not believe it when you guys waved me down to the end of the dock to tell me the ring had been found! I am still stunned! What a great story we have to tell. And we owe it all to you and your fellow RingFinders.

    With great appreciation and admiration,

    Beth

  • I highly recommend Mr Archer,
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    Mr. Richard Archer came out to my horse Pasture in search for my wife’s wedding ring. I myself looked for 7 hours by myself but with no luck. I highly recommend Mr Archer, he is a great guy and very educated in what he does. He was able and willing to answer any and all my questions I had about what he was doing to find my wife’s ring. He is very friendly and a great guy to be around. I’m very pleased that he could find the missing ring. He found the ring in a little over an hour of searching. Thank you Richard!

  • I would recommend John without any hesitation or reservations...
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    John is amazing! My wife lost her wedding ring, engagement ring, and a very fine gold chain with a pendant while swimming at a lakeside public beach. We didn’t know exactly where the jewelry had fallen off, but it was lost in around 4 feet of murky water with a sandy / gravelly bottom. My father and I searched for hours on the day that we lost the items, but it seemed impossible. I did some online research that night and I found John’s information. I am absolutely ecstatic that I did. John is courteous, friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and punctual. He stayed positive and optimistic while keeping me grounded. I gave him a very difficult task and he made short work of it. He found all of my wife’s jewelry and he made it look easy. I would recommend John without any hesitation or reservations. If you have lost something precious to you, John is your man. I was thrilled to have the rings back, but the best part was getting home later that day. I put my wife’s rings on her finger like it was our wedding day again. Seeing the smile on her face was absolutely priceless and it is all thanks to John! I hope I never lose those rings again, but if I do, John is my first phone call!

  • Thanks for the incredible work you and your team does every day...
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    Thanks, Jim for the awesome job! You saved the day and by extension the Myrtle Beach vacation. Thanks for the incredible work you and your team does every day.

    George

  • I highly recommend Roland for anything you may have lost
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    I lost my iphone and wallet in a lake, i got home and googled someone to help me find it.

    Needless to say the ringfinders.com website came up, after looking through for a while i came across roland davis who can help find your lost items in orlando.

    I called roland and he was out to me the following morning,he turned up and he was straight in the lake within 5 minutes of being there with his metal detector and goggles and within 10 minutes he had retrieved the lost iphone and the attached wallet with greencards and personal id’s in it etc.

    Roland really is a lovely guy who really cares about helping you find your lost items and wont give up until he has found you your item.

    I highly recommend Roland for anything you may have lost wether it be in the sea, in a lake or on land.

    Thanks for all your help roland

  • I gotta say Dave and Gregg are the real deal!!!
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    Steve here! I gotta say Dave and Gregg are the real deal!!! After 5 long days of my chain sitting at the bottom of Lake Michigan I was ready to accept that it was gone! But Tuesday night I randomly came across Ringfinders and Dave and called, and spoke with Dave the following morning. The very next day he and Gregg where on a mission. I liked how he acted with a sense of urgency and how dedicated he was to finding my chain. I am still In shock they found it! Along with all my friends and family. When he showed up at my job and handed me my chain, I skipped the handshake and gave the guy a hug! Haha! That’s how happy I was! These guys are legit! And masters of this craft! Have 2 be 2 find a chain in Lake Michigan in 8 inches of sand 5 days later in 15 or 20 minutes! Thanx again Dave and Gregg! I really am grateful for your help and glad I came across your website!

  • Keith Wille, YOU’RE THE MAN and I want everyone to know."
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    "Over this past week I have heard some funny, sad and plain crazy stories of how people have lost their wedding rings. Well, here is mine:

    Jess and I got married last Saturday in Groton, CT. It was by the water and it was an amazing night. After a long day/night of tearing up the dance floor, I decided that I needed to go for a late night swim in the ocean to freshen up (not recommended). All was great, the water was the perfect temperature and the sky was clear and you could see all the stars. I floated around for a little bit and then went back to the beach house to call it a night.

    The next morning we had brunch at my god parents’ house and someone wanted to see my ring. Never being a ring wearer, I extended my arm and looked at my hand and realized that it wasn’t on my finger. Without panicking, I told my family if they told Jess I would kill them and I sprinted to the beach house (ran about 100 ft, got out of breath and walked the rest).

    I flipped the beach house upside down looking in every room/bathroom/drain/pocket/shoe that I came across. It wasn’t in the house so I went to the beach where thy lay the nyth before. Couldn’t find it thur either but knew that it was somewhere yonder in the deep blue arrrrr.

    Oh well. Jess and I are great, just another story to tell….

    I decide to look on the internet and stumbled across Keith Wille on metaldetectionkeithwille.com. Keith is a treasure hunter/diver/metal detector user from New London, CT and he had some great reviews on the web site. So, I sent him a message about my stupidity and he responded almost instantly.

    I met him during low tide at the beach today. He was metal detecting on the beach and ventured into the water up to his waist. After about an hour of him finding diamonds, treasure chests and bricks of gold, he had no luck finding my ring. It was football Sunday and I was starting to feel bad for him searching for a cracker jack ring. Soon after that, I figured he was calling it quits because he put his metal detector and shovel down. He looked over to me, reached into his treasure bag and pulled out my ring.

    Keith Wille, YOU’RE THE MAN and I want everyone to know."

  • You definitely are the best! I really appreciate it!
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    Where do I begin. I don’t know how to thank you for finding my ring. I’m so glad that I got in contact with you. You definitely are the best! I really appreciate it! I will definitely recommend you to anyone who needs your services.

  • I am forever indebted to Dave and would recommend his services to anyone. ..
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    I can’t thank Dave enough for helping me find my wedding ring and saving my vacation. I lost my ring our first full day in Orange Beach. Needless to say, it was quite a buzzkill to lose something sentimental that you’ve worn every day for 10+ years. I didn’t hear about or talk to Dave until almost three days later, so I thought for sure my ring was long gone. But Dave very calmly and confidently told me he could find it. He cleared his schedule and made the hour drive to meet me. When he arrived, he reassured me that hope was not lost and he was right — he found my ring within 30 minutes! I am forever indebted to Dave and would recommend his services to anyone. He is proof that good, honest people still exist in this world.

  • Steve showed up and saved the day!
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    It was a typical beach day. I removed my diamond eternity band to apply sunscreen as I always do but somehow got distracted and forgot to put it back on. Suddenly about an hour and a half later I realized my ring wasn’t on my hand. I had set it next to me on my beach chair and now it was gone. Likely buried in the sand somewhere. I was distraught. I had a fast thinking friend who called a metal detector shop and they referred us to Steve. We had tried to contain the area where we thought it might be as best we could. Steve showed up and saved the day! After going over some details with me, he put his equipment to work and sure enough, the first swipe yielded my ring! I will be forever grateful to Steve for finding this very sentimental gift given to me by my husband.

    Thank you again Steve

  • Thanks to Chuck’s skill and perseverance, I have my ring back...
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    Chuck is AWESOME. The ring was my mother’s wedding ring with my husband’s addition of a 25th anniversary band. I truly thought I would never see the ring again. I was devastated. I google searched “LOST MY RING IN A LAKE” and TheRingFinders came up. I decided that was my only chance at ever seeing the ring again. Thanks to Chuck’s skill and perseverance, I have my ring back. He is very professional, kind and tenacious. Without him, I’m sure my family heirloom would be buried treasure. Can’t praise him enough!

  • Thank you so much Ken!! You are amazing!!
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    No amount of words that I have could properly thank Ken for finding my ring. It is a native carved wrap humming bird ring that my aunt Allison gave to me for grade 12 graduation. A ring that I could never find a replacement for.

    I was out at the beach tossing sticks for my two dogs who absolutely love the water when I felt the ring being tugged off by a knob on the stick. Automatically I slid my thumb to my ring finger to feel for the ring already my heart had sank because I knew that I wouldn’t find it there. That particular evening the wind was blowing and the waves were crashing on the beach. There would be no chance to find the ring as I couldn’t even recall hearing a splash in the water giving the rings general direction. Out of chance it didn’t go far my husband and I scoured the surrounding beach with no luck. The next morning bright and early I went back to the beach with a rake but I knew that with the crashing of the waves and the water movement I wouldn’t find it without more help. I reached out on FB and a friend directed me to The Ring Finders. The next day Ken found my ring with his underwater metal detector (and a lot of garbage… so sad) in the Okanagan lake. It wasn’t an easy find because I didn’t really know where it was, just where I was when I lost it. Ken wouldn’t give up until he found it! Thank you so much Ken!! You are amazing!!

  • f you need help finding a lost ring or other metal object, Del is your guy!
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    Del did much more that what he stated. In my call with him, he was happy to help but suggested I first consider several courses of action that might be quicker and low cost. They were great suggestions but we felt we needed him to do the job. Besides the sentimental value, it would have cost four times what we paid Del to replace it. He and his wife were delightful and we were very happy to meet them. If you need help finding a lost ring or other metal object, Del is your guy!

  • For all those who think their ring is gone forever, reach out to The Ring Finders!
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    Clare,

    Thanks again for you help finding my ring (21st “thank you”). You’re right, I was feeling heartbroken – the ring means a lot to me. When I realized it was lost in the sand I figured it was gone forever, but you were able to quickly locate it and made me feel whole again.

    For all those who think their ring is gone forever, reach out to The Ring Finders!

  • Words can not express our gratitude for what you have done.
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    Craig, Our family is eternally grateful, for all the work you did to locate my daughter-in-law’s rings. My son was devastated, with the news of the loss. Not being there with her, what could we do? Finding two tiny rings, in the ocean, seemed hopeless, for anyone. We needed an expert. An internet search lead us to you. You made the impossible possible! With your expertise and perseverance you were able to return her rings. What a feeling of relief, when we heard you had found BOTH rings! Truly Unbelievable! Words can not express our gratitude for what you have done. Thank you, Lisa

  • there are still good, honest people on this earth! Thank you once again, Richard, for saving our ring…
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    My wife and I could not be more thankful for Richard Browne and The Ring Finders!! My wedding band fell off while swimming at the beach, and on a whim we Google searched “will a ring lost in the ocean wash up shore?” The very first hit we received was for The Ring Finders. We emailed Richard late in the evening, and we were shocked to see a quick reply in the middle of the night! He met us the next morning (he was even early!), and he stopped at nothing until the ring was found, despite the high quantities of sea weed and the 90-plus degree summer heat! Even after all of Richard’s hard work, we had to twist his arm to accept a generous thank you tip! He really does this because he enjoys helping others – there are still good, honest people on this earth! Thank you once again, Richard, for saving our ring… and our vacation! ????

    David & Jessica

  • I highly recommend Mike and theringfinders.com
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    Hello, my name is Chris Gentry and I have been married to my beautiful wife, Aurelia for 13 years. We reached out to Mike McInroe thru theringfinders.com to find my wife’s lost wedding ring. We noticed her ring had gone missing while we were visiting the beach in Daytona. We had somewhat of an idea where the ring could have slipped off but we were not 100% sure. Our experience with Mike was wonderful. Mike was professional, kind and we could tell he was passionate about finding my wife’s lost diamond wedding ring. Mike set up his search gear and an hour and a half later my wife’s diamond wedding ring was found!! Mike even prayed with us before he started his search! I highly recommend Mike and theringfinders.com if you have a lost item. I have no doubt Mike will do everything possible to find it. God bless, Chris and Aurelia Gentry”

  • I knew that the Lord had sent the help I had asked for, He sent us you!!
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    Hi Mike! Again I cannot thank you enough for finding my hubby’s ring! We appreciated your quick response to what was a terrible way to start our vacation! I will admit that I was very skeptical when theringfinders.com web site was recommended to me but you accomplished what I thought would surely be an impossible task. I know that everyone values their wedding rings, but his is extra special! Not only did we inherit our wedding ring set from my parents, it also survived my husbands’ near fatal car accident 14 months ago. This was our first vacation and his first time back to the ocean since then. We appreciate your prayers for him. And I want you to know that after we met in person and talked, I knew that the Lord had sent the help I had asked for, He sent us you!! Thank you again Mike and God bless!! Sincerely, Jennifer and Chandler from Georgia”

  • Gregg is nothing more than a life saver and a miracle worker!
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    Gregg is nothing more than a life saver and a miracle worker! The feeling of heartbreak I experienced upon losing my rings was more than I had ever experienced. Can’t believe he answered our call and made it to the beach so quickly. I had given up hope after the first pass went by with only the penny and quarter found. Gregg had so much patience and truly felt for Andy and myself. Nothing can describe the joy and relief I had when my Grandma’s ring appeared. Then the next two were found and I thought thank you God! Gregg we are forever grateful for your help.

  • Mathew Fry of TheRingFinders, he is a true professional and l would recommend his service
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    Thank you Matthew, this was truly an amazing find, after 2 tides coupled with swift currents, I had truly give this ring up for a total loss. My wife had no idea that I had lost it and my 9 year son was out to bust me, so I knew I had to spring into action! Thank you Hannah(lifeguard at Sea Island Resort) for your referral to Mathew Fry of TheRingFinders, he is a true professional and l would recommend his service, a record find in less than 15 minutes, thank you again my dear friend Matthew Fry! God Bless

    Bailey Dixon

    Kingwood,TX

  • I am so grateful to Kent and TheRingFinder for finding my lost ring!
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    Thank you so so much kent for all your help and finding my ring!! After losing my ring in the ocean i was sure i would never see it again and knowing there was no way of replacing it i was devastated, but i knew if i didn’t try to find it i never would. So after about an hour of looking on the beach kent found it!!and The feeling of finding something so important to you that you never thought you would find again is truly an amazing feeling like no other!! I am so grateful to Kent and TheRingFinders for finding my lost ring!

  • Sean was awesome! He worked tirelessly until he found the ring
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    While boating with friends, my wedding band & engagement ring went flying off my finger when I tried to swat a fly away from my face. Thankfully the engagement ring landed on our friend’s boat which was tied up next to us, but the wedding band was gone. We searched our boat and our friends, we weren’t even sure it landed in the water but my husband jumped in anyway to look for it, nothing. The next day we went back and my husband spent over two hours snorkeling trying to find it, no luck. After contacting our insurance agent we confirmed that it was fully covered but we didn’t want another ring, we wanted that one.

    I found Sean Kelly from TheRingFinder.com on line, located in Rockport over 100 miles away, I wasn’t even sure he would travel to Rangeley but thankfully he did. Sean and his wife Darcy drove nearly three hours to help us.

    The ring was in 6-8 feet of water, the bottom was really silty, it took very little movement and visibility was almost completely gone. Given the size of the ring, the conditions and the amount of time that had passed (a week by the time we found Sean and he was able to come to our rescue) I really didn’t think it could be found but I knew we had to try, it was our Hail Mary.

    After an hour of searching, Sean came back to the boat for a second tank of air, a short rest and back into the water he went. Visibility was near zero due to the silty bottom, we could tell he was having a difficult time keeping his bearings but he was persistent.

    Nearing the second hour, I had pretty much given up hope and was resolved that my ring was gone forever. I started putting things away, preparing for the trip back to camp, and trying not to cry. But then Sean swam back to our boat, held out his hand and showed me my wedding band, I didn’t even try to hold back the tears. I think I was just as shocked to see it again as the day I lost it.

    Sean was awesome! He worked tirelessly until he found the ring and was invested in the search as much as we were. You can tell this is very personal for him, and his family. His wife couldn’t wait to call their daughter and let her know her Dad had found the wedding ring. We are so grateful and thankful to Sean, and his family who are so supportive, we could not have done it without him.

    If you lose something, first don’t panic. Second find some way to mark the location as best you can (my husband used gps, and took a photo of the shore line). Next, contact Sean! Oh, and DO NOT post on social media, let the professionals get there first!

  • We truly think of Tom as a friend now...
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    Tom is a blessing. To be honest, I was not sure that this service was actually a possibility. It sounded way to good to be true. But, when I called Tom, he instantly said he was on his way and that he would give it a shot. Meanwhile, so many friends and family (and even strangers) told me it was going to be ok. They told me that the ring was only a piece of metal and that I should be thankful for my life and the lives of others that I love. Of course, I understand this since I have lost one too many in my life, and this entire situation made me appreciate all that I do actually have. Still, it hurt to lose such a sentimental piece. My mother in law who gave me this ring trusted me with it. When I called her to tell her that I lost it, she sang “Mother Ocean” by Jimmy Buffet to me focusing on the line “And in your belly you hold the treasures few have ever seen”. I was beginning to accept the lose since the ocean had my treasure, and after all, my husband and I are pirates, so it made sense. But, when Tom jumped off that ferry, we snatched him up on our golf cart and headed to the beach. He went straight to work and found the ring in about 20 minutes. My husband and I celebrated with each other, our friends, and our family. I learned so much through this experience: be thankful for what you had and what you do have, trust humanity, and never give up. Also, don’t put lotion on your ringed hands before swimming in the ocean, or if you do, TAKE OFF YOUR RINGS!

    We truly think of Tom as a friend now and hope to see him some time in the future.

  • The Spring Lake Police Dept recommended TheRingFinders and we called Dennis...
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    Dennis is seriously amazing! We lost our engagement ring on the beach and didn’t realize until we got home. The Spring Lake Police Dept recommended TheRingFinders and we called Dennis right away. He met us 15 minutes later on the beach and asked us to mark off the area where we had been sitting hours earlier. We left him to do his work and he scanned the area. About 15 minutes in he began digging, and removed his headphones because he had found the ring. We couldn’t believe our eyes – we will never forget Dennis and can’t recommend him enough. Thank you, Dennis!!!

  • I have shared this story with everyone I know, you made my entire summer.
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    Darrin-

    We can’t thank you enough for all of your help, I still can’t believe we found the ring!! I have shared this story with everyone I know, you made my entire summer.

    On a side note, my daughter’s reward that day was mini-golf and ice cream, thought it was well-deserved.

    Thanks again!!

    Lisa

  • Chris’s dedication and perseverance absolutely made my decade!
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    What can I say... this guy has a heart of gold!

    One day, my toddler was holding my hand and fiddling with my wedding band while we walked across a huge grass field. Much to my dismay, when I looked down, my wedding band was missing. I could not believe that the wedding band that I had kept safe for the past ten years was gone in an instant. I looked with a large group of people for about 45 minutes with absolutely zero luck. We even bribed the kids at the birthday party to look for it. They were crawling around in the grass looking everywhere. I thought it was lost forever for sure. Particularly because it is a dainty, thin, little band that could easily hide in grass. Someone suggested that I call Chris Turner, the Ring Finder, so I thought I would give it a shot.

    Chris took my call right away and offered to help me look for my lost wedding band the very next day. Chris came right on time and spent quite a long time searching meticulously, narrowing down the possible location of the missing ring. Unfortunately, it did not turn up that afternoon, and I was further convinced that it was gone for good.

    Chris kindly offered to come back and search again with a more sensitive metal detector. I didn’t get my hopes up, since I didn’t want to be disappointed if it didn’t turn up on a subsequent scan. Well, it must have been my lucky day because Chris found my tiny little ring hiding in the grass. I was truly not expecting that it would turn up, so I was absolutely amazed and so incredibly grateful!! Chris’s dedication and perseverance absolutely made my decade! It was a truly irreplaceable item and Chris found it for me. I cannot thank Chris enough for time and energy that he put into reuniting me with my lost wedding band.

    Thank you so much for your time and your efforts Chris! You are a true gem!!

    -Natalie Morrison

  • Thanks again Scott!
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    Thanks again Scott!

    Too add, don’t trust amateurs. My Friend, father of the kids I was playing with at the beach that day had a detector. We went out with his detector and found nothing but rocks. Called Scott the next day, he was over within 1 hour and found it shortly after the start of his search.

    Awesome,

    Reid

  • Thank you, thank you a thousand times over! I highly recommend your services.
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    Wow! Jeff, I am so impressed by your skill, methodical approach, your determination, and positive attitude. It worked! We went from being distressed at the loss of such an important symbol of our marriage to completely relieved and elated. Thank you, thank you a thousand times over! I highly recommend your services.

  • a true professional. ..
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    Mike's services were timely, and he was courteous and optimistic, a true professional.

    On Wednesday the 26th of June 2019, it was a beautiful sunny day so my girlfriend and I decided to go and relax on the beach for a few hours. Afterward, we packed up all the beach equipment into my truck. What I didn't realize at that time was that my girlfriend had placed a ring, which had been given to her by her belated grandmother on her beach chair so that when I upended it, the ring fell into the sand and buried itself. It took us until we got home to realize that the ring was gone and what had happened to it. For the next two hours we were searching the beach where we thought that the ring fell. Unfortunately, the search ended when it got dark out.

    It was two days later when I decided to give searching for the ring another try. I called around to all the local hobby shops and rental stores trying to find a metal detector that would help me find the ring. By doing this I encountered a company named Kellyco Metal Detectors, who mentioned to me the theringfinders.com. This is the best advice I had been given all day because after that I was able to inquire with Mike Mclnroe about my problem.

    Mike dropped everything and drove an hour and a half to help me out, and despite me knowing only the very general location of the ring Mike was able to find it in under two hours. I couldn't thank Mike enough, and neither could my girlfriend who was overjoyed when she found out her grandmothers’ ring was going to be returned to her.

  • It's not often that a stranger is so willing to show such kindness and willingness to help someone they don't know.
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    Good Morning Steve!

    Wow, what an awesome post! I can't thank you again for taking the time and for your efforts in finding my ring. It's hard to put into words just how much it meant. It's not often that a stranger is so willing to show such kindness and willingness to help someone they don't know. My ring is like my security blanket. It's something so small, but I have with me at all times. It's been there through it all and the second it's not on my hand, something feels 'off' It was a strange feeling taking it off this Sunday before beach Volleyball, as typically I wouldn't do that, but after learning my lesson from the previous week, I think it'll have to start sitting the bench for games haha. I would hate for you to have to come out again and find it...while i'm positive that you would be able to do so! I'm not sure that many people are aware that a service such as the one you provide, exists so i'll continue to rave about the convenience and helpfulness that you so kindly had shown me. Feel free to clip an excerpt for above to use as a testimony. Should you need anything else from me, please do not hesitate to reach out. I can't thank you again Steve and think you're doing a wonderful thing!

    Warm Regards,

    Katelynn Bickle

  • My prayer to God had been answered and He sent Jon...
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    I do believe and I believe in miracles! So blessed to have had to opportunity to witness one!

    On July 5th I had visited the beach and lost my gold ring in the water while catching a football. In a split second I knew the ring had slipped off my finger and I was so devastated. I spent nearly 2 hours waist deep in murky water trying to feel my foot on the seabed for a ring but no luck. People were kicking up sand and boats nearby were causing waves to pull in and out to shore.

    Heartbroken I left with no hope of finding the ring. After a long prayer and a few Facebook posts later I turned to the internet and found Jon in the OH area with multitudinous theringfinders testimonies and I immediately emailed him. After an immediate response we decided to schedule the search Sunday and meet up.

    The day before the search there were numerous people in the area and a storm causing the water to rise and I was so afraid the ring would’ve moved from the area that I was in. The day of the search it took Jon no longer than 45 minutes to locate my ring in the swelled waters with his underwater equipment and I was FILLED with joy and relief! It was embedded deep underneath the sand and I would have never found it on my own.

    This was a ring engraved with the initials of my boyfriend and his father, which had been passed down and was a promise ring to me which I’ve had worn everyday for 2 years. It meant the world to me and I was so heartbroken to have lost it.

    I am so immensely grateful for Jon and his hard work to search and find my ring. My prayer to God had been answered and He sent Jon and his wonderful father in law for that search. He prayed over me and I am forever grateful for their service!

    God bless,

    Shelby

  • Huge thanks to Mike from The Ring Finders!
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    Huge thanks to Mike from The Ring Finders! My wedding ring fell off while I was collecting debris from my yard at sunset. We searched everywhere for it and couldn’t find it in the grass. I was so frustrated and upset. After a quick Google search I read some great stories about Mike and how he has helped so many other families find their lost treasures so I decided to give him a call. He came to my house at 7am the next day and took less than 5 minutes to find my lost ring for me! Thank you Mike!!

  • He's an angel, inspirational, positive and a life saver! There's not enough words to best describe Brian!
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    "As any young married man would do, I made a mistake. I went fishing and during a botched fishing rod cast, my wedding ring came off my finger. I jumped in the pond to try and save it but it was a failed attempt. After numerous hours of searching, I had the idea of searching for people that could maybe help me find my precious ring. I googled "ring finders". It led me to THE RING FINDERS and Mr. Brian Rudolph. I sent a text not thinking that I would get a reply and no more than 20 minutes later, I received a phone call. I stated my name and told him what happened and before I could finish, he said these words which I will never forget!

    “Your ring will be back on your finger tonight."

    I immediately broke down into tears on the phone. I never thought I was ever going to see my wedding band again. A few hours later and after a couple of phone calls back and forth, I met the man that I spoked to on the phone. An angel.

    He got set up as my small family watched. He got right to work and 10 minutes later he found my ring! It was unbelievable! This man saved my soul!

    There's so many more things that I could say about Brian but there wouldn't be enough lines on the paper. How can you describe someone that does what he does for others? He's an angel, inspirational, positive and a life saver! There's not enough words to best describe Brian!

    I could never ever thank him enough!"

    - Lazar W Cooper

    Taneytown, Maryland

  • You will not go wrong contacting Mr. Perry! He is a Miracle Worker! Thank you so much!!!
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    Thank you so much! This is a weekend we will never forget!! Such a tragic event turned into one of the best days of my life! Without your help and expertise we would have never found ALL 3 of my most precious possessions!! Your patience and determination is indescribable, I am so grateful! May God bless you on your future finds!!! You will not go wrong contacting Mr. Perry! He is a Miracle Worker! Thank you so much!!!

  • We feel like angels sent you to us...
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    YOUR SO AMAZING DAVE!! THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts!!!! We feel like angels sent you to us and are so very grateful!! We will be referring you to EVERYONE we know!

  • thank you again for saving the day and God bless!
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    Mike with theringfinders saved my vacation! While playing volleyball with my wife and two young sons, my college ring slipped off my finger and fell into the sand of the volleyball court. My heart immediately sank. As a proud graduate of Texas A&M University, our Aggie rings are sacred and my first thought was that I would never see my ring again. I searched for over an hour with no luck and after a brief Google search, my wife suggested calling The Ring Finders. After speaking with Mike, I was immediately put at ease. He was genuinely sympathetic and concerned and let me know he would be there as soon as he could. When he arrived he let me know that he felt good about finding my ring and more importantly told me that he and his family had been praying for the successful recovery of my ring! As a follower of Jesus Christ, this both gave me comfort and reiterated to me that I had made the right choice in calling Mike. After a brief search Mike recovered my lost ring and saved the day and our trip! The entire experience with Mike was fantastic. I can’t say it enough, thank you again for saving the day and God bless! Matt

  • Amazing service and I cannot thank Dave enough!
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    After losing my wedding ring on the beach, I really had little hope it would ever be found. I could not believe the loss I felt after having worn that ring daily for 16 years and to suddenly have it gone was beyond upsetting. Leave it to my 12 year old son to save the day and find TheRingFinders on a Google search!!! We contacted Dave, who responded within 10 minutes and was on the beach looking for it in under an hour. I was in awe when he called to say he had found it! And not only that, he gave my son a gold coin he had found as well! Amazing service and I cannot thank Dave enough!

  • Jim was such an amazing blessing...
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    I lost the necklace the day before and was sure it was gone. I didn’t contact Jim, I just happened to see him on the beach with his metal detector. While he was looking for something else I asked if he would mind looking for the necklace for me. He agreed right away, and found the necklace in two minutes! Jim was such an amazing blessing and I am so thankful he was there and was willing to stop what he was doing to help me. Thank you Jim!!

  • Thank you Jim for saving my ring and my vacation!
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    I’m so thankful that I found Jim’s information and gave him a call. He was willing to come right away to my surprise and within 30 minutes of arriving he did what I thought would be impossible-finding a ring on a beach that was covered in water just hours before!

    Thank you Jim for saving my ring and my vacation!

  • We can’t thank Dennis enough for saving our vacation!
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    We can’t thank Dennis enough for saving our vacation! After enjoying a wonderful week at the beach with my family, I was literally sick to my stomach at the thought of leaving my wedding ring behind… sentimental more so than the monetary loss. Dennis came almost immediately & assured us it would be found. My husband & I searched for hours prior to calling Dennis & my hope was lost. It’s really a wonderful & generous service Dennis provides & we are forever grateful!

  • Thank you Donald for saving the day!
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    My husband and I went for a fun day at the beach with the kids. While I went to play with my daughter, I removed the rings and placed them on my lap and forgot about them. When I got up off the chair, they were gone! It wasn’t until the next day that i realized that i didn’t have my rings! After crying for a while my husband contacted Donald OReilly of TheRingFinders. We explained where we had been at the beach. Donald went out to the area and within 15 minutes had located both rings. Thank you Donald for saving the day!

  • I would recommend him to anyone living or traveling in Puerto Rico!! Thank you Donald, you are my savior!!
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    I was at a bachelorette party in Puerto Rico and we decided to take a boat trip out to La Parguera one day. We made our way over to a part in the water where it was about 4 feet deep and the current was strong. I was trying to hold onto some trees along the bank in order to steady myself, but I slipped on a rock and my hand scrapped on a tree. Both of my wedding rings came right off my finger and fell in the water! I was devastated and immediately starting freaking out. My friends and I tried searching the area, we got some goggles and had nearby people help us, but it was no use. The sand was too murky and rocky, and there were too many other people kicking up sand. Plus the current was strong and I had no idea where the rings could have fallen. Eventually we had to give up and I left that area in tears, sure that I would never see my wedding rings again.

    The next day, I decided to do a quick google search to see if there were any metal detection experts in the area. That’s how I found Donald! I called him immediately and instantly got my hope back. He was so kind on the phone and assured me he could find my rings. He knew the exact area where I was, even from a short description over the phone. He told me he would go out the next morning and start searching for me! I wasn’t expecting him to work so quickly! He drove all the way from San Juan to Lajas, which is a couple hours drive.

    Sure enough, the next morning I got a text that he was already in the area and would begin searching. About 3-4 hours later, he sent me a photo of my rings! He had found both of them!!! I broke down in tears of joy. He told me the rings were carried a bit further from where I slipped, due to the current. And they were buried quite a bit in the sand, so I would have never found them without Donald. Luckily, I was still in Puerto Rico and arranged to meet him to pick up the rings. We were staying in Aguadilla, and he was kind enough to drive all the way there to meet me and give me my rings in person.

    Donald is just an amazing and kind person, and a very talented metal detection expert. He genuinely cares about reuniting people with their lost items. He showed me a kindness that I don’t often see in people anymore, and I’m so grateful I found him. I would recommend him to anyone living or traveling in Puerto Rico!! Thank you Donald, you are my savior!!

  • I’m on cloud 9 and will hope to never loose it again!
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    Del

    Thank you so much, all is so surreal to me! I had so many emotions come over me, I felt like we just did our vows again. Like I just caught my first steelhead my hands was shaking!

    Prior to you coming over to show us what you found. Elke and I had our little talk that if it was not found that all would be okay, that it was not meant to be. I felt assurance and didn’t expect you to find it! I’m on cloud 9 and will hope to never loose it again!

    The best thing about all this I feel whole and complete again to show I’m a proud married wife!

    I absolutely love how all fell into place. Especially the bald Eagle was confirmation of being in right place right people and time.

    Looking forward to dialing you in the mighty Deschutes river! Water Is life Alysia, Littleleaf.

  • Thank you, Jim, and Ringfinders!
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    Thank you, Jim, and Ringfinders! After a day of yard clean up and mulching I realized that my wedding rings were missing. My family and I spent the next 48 hours looking for what seemed like a needle in a haystack. After many tears and feeling defeated my neighbor made a joking comment to our dog as he took off his ring “smell this gold and go find mom’s rings”. Could a dog find gold? A few google searches lead me to Ringfinders, MY HEROES! Jim came out a few hours after our call, ask a couple questions, found the rings in less that 15 minutes. Rings were found in a bag of yard waste (trash pickup would have been the next day). I can’t express my gratitude to Jim, 32 years of sentiment are in those rings, beyond happy to have them back.

  • I could not be more thankful that I called...
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    I really cannot express the appreciation and gratitude I have for Joe. I had very little hopes for finding our keys from an extensive search a day ago. I got a tip from the Honda dealership to reach out specifically to Joe before going through the expensive replacement. They told me, “if it’s there, he’ll find it.” I could not be more thankful that I called. He’s extremely professional and a genuinely kind person. He even was educating me on the hunt! He was a true pleasure to work with. Thanks so much again Joe and I will absolutely never forget it!

  • would recommend you at any time ...
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    This is my nephews ring on his Grandpas land and my dads property. Cameron had high hopes of finding his ring and with that called you and you did an amazing job on finding it.. We all waited patiently and would recommend you at any time if ever needed. Thank you so much!

  • What a blessing you are !
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    Wow! Victoria has just flewn into Hawaii, visiting my daughter, Hannah, best friends. Thanks to you sir, Tori and Justin will have a very happy ending to their story to share with their future kids and grands, after a very eventful first day in Hawaii! ????????

    What a blessing you are !

    Mahalo

  • You made my day & am truly grateful...
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    My late husbands ring found today after an extensive search by Steve. Can’t thank you enough for all your help. Just when we were ready to give up the search, there it was hiding in plane site, I can’t tell you how happy & relieved I am.

    You made my day & am truly grateful

  • You are a great guy with a great calling in life!
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    Steve,

    You are a great guy with a great calling in life! My lost ring in my backyard was probably a run-of-the-mill search and find for you, but I had been wearing it for over 20 years.

    I had been doing yard work the previous day and within minutes of it falling off my finger (still don't know how it happened), I realized my finger was bare. But me finding you was a bigger part of the story.

    We looked for it all evening until it got too dark. The next day, I had to go to work. I told my co-workers that I had lost my ring the previous day, and the general consensus was that I would need to buy a replacement. I'm surrounded by co-workers wearing replacements.

    A couple of them had heard of your website. So I gave it a try. I think I called you around 11:00 in the morning, let you know my wife would be home by 3:30, and you were there by 4:00. I shared your emails and texts with my work mates so they were all along for the ride. - Ring found within a few minutes in a part of the yard that I didn't think it would be in.

    "It's never where you think it is" I believe you told my wife. Anyhow, I had to run around the office saying "Steve found it!" It was a nice touch to a stressful day.

    Thanks again and best wishes in all your future searches!

    cheers,

    Eric Reynolds

  • What an amazing work that John and The Ring Finders are doing for people everywhere!
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    Yesterday while I was on the beach near the water, I took off my rings to put on sunscreen and placed them in the velcro pocket of my beach chair. I only placed them there thinking that I would just put them right back on again, but I forgot about them.

    Eventually we moved our chairs from near the water up to the dry sand and about an hour later I suddenly remembered my rings and checked the pocket but they were missing. I immediately had a meltdown and was sobbing because I knew that they must have been lost in the sand and that they could be anywhere.

    My family and I all started searching and other people joined in to help out. After searching for about an hour without any luck and with it getting later in the day we knew that we would have to leave the beach without the rings.

    Before we did, we searched the web and found John Favano’s number from The Ring Finders and gave him a call. It was so hard to leave the beach without the rings, but I was comforted knowing that there was still hope.

    I was praying and reading the many testimonials on the ring finders and gained more hope and confidence that John would be the answer to our prayers. We met John around 5:45 on the beach the next morning and he found both rings in less than an hour and a half about 6-10 inches below the surface of the sand.

    We never would have found my rings without John’s help and skills. He was so kind, humble, and professional! What an amazing work that John and The Ring Finders are doing for people everywhere! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • Jim you were sent from above
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    Jim you were sent from above by Alicia’s grandfather. Angels work in strange ways and you will forever be one to Alicia & Sam. You made this Aunt smile along with many others, God Bless and keep up the good work!

  • Steve at Ring Finders is simply put, “A God-Send.”
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    Steve at Ring Finders is simply put, “A God-Send.” He is an old school type of guy who is all about helping people out; a “golden rule” type of guy, you do not find people like Steve anymore. I am thankful for Steve at Ring Finders and the miracle he can provide for locating lost treasures. Here is my story: A few days ago, on Friday, May 24thI was on the beach in Hermosa tossing the Frisbee around with some friends and I went running after a long pass. When I was in stride chasing after the Frisbee, I felt my wedding ring go flying off my finger, I heard the ring hit the sand, and in a matter of seconds, the ring disappeared in the sand. My heart dropped, and all I could think of was how pissed off my wife was going to be because the ring was going to be gone forever. I had four friends on their hands and knees in the sand trying to help me find my ring, and after about 30 minutes of looking I felt hopeless, I felt like giving up, cursing left and right to myself that the ring is gone. Someone brought up a metal detector, then someone else looked on their phone and found Steve at Ring Finders. Steve said he would be there as soon as possible to help us try and find the ring. My friends had to leave the beach, but I was still looking and waiting for Steve to arrive. I thought to myself, this guy isn’t going to even come, and if he does come, he isn’t going to find my ring, there is no way. Steve ended up arriving about 45 minutes later (the time he said he would be to the beach) and I explained the situation to him and where the ring could be. I asked him what the probability of him finding the ring was, he simply said, “if it is in this area, and you didn’t move from this area, I will 100 percent find it.” About 10 minutes into the search, Steve found my wedding ring, he bent down and picked up and I thought, no way, no way, I cannot believe he found my ring. I asked him what I owed him, he said, “if you want to give me a reward, you can.” I gave him a big hug, shook his hand, thanked him a hundred times, and give him all the money I had in my wallet, $37.” I just want to personally thank Steve at Ring Finders, and let people out there know, that Steve is the real-deal, and if you lost a wedding ring, or any other prized possession, Steve will find it. Thanks again Steve, I am so grateful that you found my wedding ring, God Bless ya!

  • Words just cannot express my deep gratitude for Dave! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
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    Dave most definitely came through! I was in such a state of heartbreak just knowing that my anniversary ring was gone, and within an hour, Dave was at Margaritaville pulling up the ring from the beach. Not only did he save my trip, but I gained a great friend as well. Dave is pretty awesome! Great guy and extremely knowledgeable about his love and passion of reuniting precious items to their loved ones! I really can’t say enough about how Dave made my day. I was thrilled to have come across Dave!

    And I emphasized to the staff at the resort about what I class gentlemen that had available in Dave, too!

    Words just cannot express my deep gratitude for Dave! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

  • Steve, you are my forever hero!!!
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    Steve, you are my forever hero!!! The diamond in my engagement ring broke off while I was setting up a school fundraiser. It could have broken off in a giant grassy meadow, gymnasium or parking lot. The search area was HUGE

  • Steve is a legend!! There are no words that can describe how highly I recommend his service!
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    Steve is a legend!! There are no words that can describe how highly I recommend his service!! My wedding ring flew off my finger into the sand/sea up in Malibu. Bolstered by the enormous swell and giant waves that day, I had no hope of recovering it. I scratched through the sand for an hour and had nothing to show for my work. The tide came in within two hours and my ring was under 6ft of water. I called Steve on a whim. Little did I know the power of Steve and his metal detector was the magic I needed. He came out the next day and spent three hours finding it. I was ready to throw in the towel but he insisted he keep looking. 10 minutes later Steve pulled it up from about 2ft deep and 15m away from the lost location. Steve’s perseverance prevailed. Not only that, he is a stand up guy and a pleasure to meet! Thanks for all you hard work, Steve! If you lose jewellery, call Steve!!!

  • I highly recommend Jon and The Ring Finder services.
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    I cannot believe Jon found my ring. I am so over the moon! The ring is super sentimental to me, it's very rare and was purchased off the coast of Morocco. It was lost in a massive field covered in layers of short and tall, dry and wet grass. We thought it was darn near impossible to find. He didn't give up. He used several different devices to try and detect its whereabouts. I couldn't be more happier to reward someone. I highly recommend Jon and The Ring Finder services. Thank you so much for finding my precious ring!

    ~ Lizzy

    Detroit, MI

  • I can't believe you found it...
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    Chris Straube here, I'm Patricia and Barry's son. Just wanted to thank you for finding Mom's wedding ring...I can't believe you found it on such a busy stretch such as Alki! It truly blows the mind.

    Keep up the good work, and thanks again.

    -Chris Straube Seattle, WA

  • He’s truly a miracle worker
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    I’m SO beyond thankful for Dave and his sweet Father-in-Law! I truly thought my rings (which were not insured) were gone for life and I had zero confidence they would ever be found. But luckily with Dave’s confidence and perseverance he convinced me he would get them back for me, and I’m so so happy I put my trust in him. Thank you for everything Dave. He’s truly a miracle worker y’all!

  • “Craig and his wife are the best!
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    “Craig and his wife are the best! I lost my wedding band while throwing a football with my son in the ocean. After some searching in the water for a while, I let Google lead me to Craig. I wasn't able to meet him in person, so all he had to go on was my description over the phone and a few texts. As it was getting dark, I recieved a text with a picture of my ring. I may him at Bailey's, my wife hugged him and a paid him his well deserved reward.

    I can't thank you enough Craig!”

    Charlie

  • I would HIGHLY recommend Mark
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    From the moment I texted Mark, he was honest, trustworthy and kind. He quickly scheduled a time to come over and help locate my lost wedding ring. I was nervous it was impossible but Mark assured me he would be able to find it as long as I had a general vicinity that I had lost it in. Once Mark showed up he introduced himself and went over the process and got started. He searched the first area I thought it might be in for a little over an hour. Being pretty confident it wasn't there we moved to the next area, a huge leaf pile we had moved two days earlier. In less than 5 minutes in the new area Mark had found my wedding ring. I can't tell you how much of a relief this was. My wife is ecstatic and so am I. I would HIGHLY recommend Mark. Not only because of the outcome but equally because of his character. Mark is genuine, a local business owner, and a man of his word. I would work with Mark again and will recommend him to everyone I know. My family and I are very grateful for Mark's help and service. Thank you Mark!

  • Fantastic work Pete...
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    Fantastic work Pete. We really had resigned ourselves to not getting the ring back and are beyond delighted with your perseverance and success.

  • I would recommend you to any and all who find themselves in a similar situation
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    Thanks Norm,

    It was a real pleasure meeting you and watching you work. Very professional. The ring had little monetary but huge emotional value. Strange to say but 40 years of marriage was invested in that ring. Speaking with Norm after the find truly highlighted how dedicated, professional and empathetic you are in your work to help people. Loved your stories. I would recommend you to any and all who find themselves in a similar situation. Thanks again.

  • Without the confidence of a professional metal detector operator I would have never gone back
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    I lost my wedding band on a snow day with my family in Running Springs. I went downhill with a sled and when I stood up the ring was off my finger. I looked everywhere and I couldn’t find it. I went back with a cheap metal detector and all I found was pieces of chain and other ferrous metals. The metal detector wasn’t sensitive enough and the snow definitely didn’t help.

    Almost a month went by and my brother-in-law suggested I find someone on The Ringfinders. My wife looked on the website and it said Ron was in my area. As it turns out he lives so close to me it was probably easier to walk to his house than drive. Ron answered my email immediately and the next day we loaded up in his truck and we drove to Running Springs. The car ride was enjoyable. Ron is very easy to talk to. When we got there I was showing Ron the area I thought it would be. As Ron was re-parking his truck to unload I walked down and looked around. After picking up a couple pieces of garbage I saw something that looked too round to be a piece of chain. It was my ring!! I ran up the side of the hill and I told Ron I had found it. He was thrilled. I told him all I needed was some of his good luck!! I was very happy I called Ron. Without the confidence of a professional metal detector operator I would have never gone back up to look for my ring and I would have never found it. Ron has a new friend for life!!

    -Luigi D.

  • Thank you again Dave! You are an angel.
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    This guy is amazing! We had to call him out to our condo on Tuesday night. I lost both my wedding ring and anniversary rings at the beach. Lost them sometime around 11am and didn’t realize it until 6pm. I had taken them off to put lotion on and tucked them “safely” into my swimsuit skirt fold. Totally forgot about them and stood up at various times. The amount of sadness and panic I felt was overwhelming. By the Grace of God we found Dave and he came out that night and found them right away. So eternally grateful to him and his lovely wife. From the first phone call and several texts that followed he was very nice and tried to calm my anxiety (it was very high) and reassured me it should be an easy find. Thanks be to God he was 100% right. The flood of emotions were overwhelming at times. Thank you again Dave! You are an angel.

  • Thanks for your efforts Jonathan. You were very professional, responsive, and intelligent in your effort.
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    I was playing basketball in my driveway one afternoon with my kids and after chasing down a loose ball, extended my arms to grab it. When my hand stopped its extension, my wedding ring kept going. As if in slow motion, I felt it slide completely off my finger, didn’t see where it went, and then all I heard was silence. No rustling of leaves as it hit the grass or flower bed and no ping sound of metal hitting concrete. Only silence, followed by that sinking feeling of something that’s gone horribly wrong. I proceeded to spend several hours over the next 2+ days performing the reenactment and sifting through leaves, grass, and street looking for my ring. While researching rentals and a potential purchase of a metal detector, I came across theringfinders.com and Jonathan Hamill. Sent him a text and he was very responsive. Over the next half hour, we had discussed the story and coordinated a meeting time. He showed up at my residence and the search was on. About an hour later, I had news that he had found my ring, in a seemingly unlikely and impossible landing spot I might add. I was out of the doghouse and the world was right again! Thanks for your efforts Jonathan. You were very professional, responsive, and intelligent in your effort. You will be highly recommend to anybody I talk to with a similar situation.

  • I am eternally grateful for you and your service
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    Steve,

    I want to say thank you so much for finding my necklace. This was the last true gift from my mom and my dad before he passed. There are not enough words in the English language to describe how much this necklace means to me. The fact that it was even recovered brings more joy to my life that you can even imagine. There is a reason why life is the way it is, and I am eternally grateful for you and your service to help me find such an important piece of my life.

    All the best,

    Sarah

  • I would totally recommend Dave’s services
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    Absolutely amazing!! From the first phone call I had with Dave, till the last handshake, Dave was nothing but professional. Dave felt like a friend from the first moment I spoke to him. Dave is very personable and easy to talk to. I would totally recommend Dave’s services to any of my friends without a doubt. It only took Dave a few minutes to find my ring and he would have probably found it sooner if it wasn’t for the crushed beer can in my front yard haha. Dave, I appreciate your service and hopefully I don’t have to hire you again but will if I lose my ring again. Thank you so much and my wife also appreciates you lol

  • I would totally recommend anyone to contact James r
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    James Curley is definitely the gold standard in this business and provides the highest level of customer satisfaction. A little backstory; I lost my keys during the winter storm that commenced on January 28th, 2019 which was equipped with a number of security fobs required in my professional career so it was crucial that I find them as soon as possible. James was so professional at assessing the situation and was totally invested in my cause and quest to retrieve my lost keys. As the snow melted during the last couple of days, my keys surfaced in a snowbank right on my property just like James speculated. No stones left unturned in James’s deductive abilities and essentially provided me exceptional advice to find them. Kudos to you James and I would totally recommend anyone to contact James regarding their lost metallic valuables! 10/10.

  • We cannot thank Brian enough for finding my engagement ring
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    I feel terrible that it has taken me this long to leave a review for Brian. I am Meg (the girl who lost her ring) and we cannot thank Brian enough. After multiple days in the terribly cold, snowy weather, Brian found my ring when I did not think it was possible. He never gave up, even when I had. He was not only amazing at his job, but he was seriously one of the nicest men I have ever met. We cannot thank Brian enough for finding my engagement ring and making my finger feel complete again! I cannot recommend him enough!!

  • We are very thankful that we found Ted Erickson through “theringfinders” website
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    We are very thankful that we found Ted Erickson through “theringfinders” website. In less than 5 minutes he found the ring (in a chunk of ice). We had spent hours searching for with no success.

  • We will never forget what you did for us
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    Matt, thank you for bringing such joy to my mother and me. We will never forget what you did for us in finding my father’s ring. We are sure he is smiling from above, indeed.

    Also, we’re delighted that you’re helping the wonderful kids at Shriners’ Hospital. Wishing you many blessings in your continued work!

  • Three cheers for Luke!!!
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    Luke is a latter-day treasure hunter at distressed people's service! He arrived in no time and was tireless in his efforts at recovering our ring. When ordinary mortals (like us) would have lost (or in our case, had lost) all hope, he carried on the struggle, until, in God's good time, the sought object appeared to him, and we could then return home from our honeymoon not mourning, but rejoicing. Three cheers for Luke!!!

  • I would highly recommend these angels
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    I lost my platinum wedding band in the ocean at Ft. Myers beach on February 17, 2019. We were throwing a football in the water and I didn't even realize that the ring had slipped off my finger and frankly, I didn't know if it was in the water or on the beach and I was crushed after looking and calling everyplace we had been that entire day.

     

    I ran across Craig Ostendorf on the internet while attempting to rent a metal detector on February 19th.

     

    Craig and his wife met me out on the beach that afternoon. Craig told me that he felt the chances of finding my ring were good, though I thought finding that ring in that big ocean after two days was impossible. Long story short Craig and his wife marched out into the surf with their equipment to give it a shot. 30 minutes later they found my ring and I cannot Express the relief and gratitude that I feel for what Craig and his beautiful wife did for me.

     

    I would highly recommend these angels for what they did for me, and they accepted a tip from me but didn't charge for their services.

     

    I thank you both from the bottom of my heart and I'll sleep better tonight with my wedding band back on my finger.

     

    Please see the photo of my ring, and again thank you both for what you did for me.

     

    Jeff Dawson

  • Kai was so great. I highly recommend him to anyone who has lost a ring in Hawaii.
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    Aloha. This is Dan, the owner of the missing platinum ring Kai found on February 17th. I’ll never forget this day. That afternoon I’d spent a couple hours playing in the water with my nieces. Then all of a sudden my ring just slipped off. I couldn’t believe it. It happened so fast and I’d only been married 12 days!!

    So the search began. My wife and I, her sister, her father, and a kind couple swimming near us, started scouring the ocean floor for the lost ring. The tide was going out and we were behind a breakwater so we could see pretty well. Didn’t help. We looked and looked and found nothing but sand. We bought some goggles and took turns searching close to the ocean floor. Still nothing. After nearly two hours, the sun was setting and the kids were cold. We finally had to admit it was time to go and the ring was lost. We were devastated.

    At home, I got online, did some searching, and learned about Kai (Lanaki) on RingFinders. I sent him an email around 9:00 PM expecting him to contact me the next day (keep in mind it was Sunday night). Within 20 minutes, Kai had me on the phone. He asked some questions as I tried to explain what happened and where the ring might be. He looked up the tide charts and told me it was a go. Are you kidding me?! He was willing to meet a stranger, in 30 minutes, on a cool Sunday, to help search for a lost ring!

    At the beach, I met Kai and his father. We talked about where the ring might be. Kai was a complete professional. He explained the process and what to expect. He tested his equipment, turned on his headlamp, and within minutes was in the water scanning. All I could do was standby on the beach and watch and hope.

    Kai was in chest deep water when I saw him slow down with the detector. “No way” I thought to myself. It hasn’t even been 10 minutes. Could it be? Sure enough, Kai spun around and gave me a big nod with his headlamp– the signal that he’d found the ring. Unbelievable! Just like that Kai had located and reunited me with my wedding band. A moment I will never forget.

    Kai was so great. I highly recommend him to anyone who has lost a ring in Hawaii. He knows what he’s doing and he’s a great guy to boot. I feel incredibly lucky to have met him and his father, and benefitted from their expertise and generosity. Thank you guys!

  • Words cannot express our gratitude
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    Words cannot express our gratitude to Joe for recovering Luis’ ring from the Nai’a Lagoon.

  • I can not say enough about Christina
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    I can not say enough about Christina. I lost my engagement ring the day before Valentine’s Day. I thought I could narrow down the time and area so I rented a metal detector and spent hours searching. By Friday evening I decided I would try a professional. I looked on Craigslist and her name came up. Interestingly, she had just renewed her ad that morning. Christina came out and methodically searches an area where I had thrown a tape measurer to my husband. After an hour we moved the search to some hay bales. We were in the process of untarping and getting ready to feed cows when I realized my ring was missing. She retraced my steps to the bales and then started around the bales. Because I had been on the bales, I asked her to go over the ends of the bales. After just a few minutes and the use of an impressive pin point detector she came up with the ring.

    That ring represents 34 years of marriage and for me it was a reminder that I was never alone when we had to be separated through military service, a child’s cancer treatment, and a granddaughter’s cancer treatment and subsequent passing. That ring represents a marriage forged by love and laughter as well as hardship and tears so the emotional attachment is one that I could never put a value on.

    Thank you Christina!!!!!!!!

  • Ted was so kind and helpful. I would recommend him to anyone!!!!
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    Ted, I can’t believe what a blessing you were to me today. I’ve literally been losing sleep over not being able to find my ring. You came out on Valentine’s Day and foundry ring in such a short period of time I almost couldn’t believe it. Thank you so much for finding my most prized possession.

    Ted was so kind and helpful. I would recommend him to anyone!!!!

  • All I can say is Chris really pulled through for me and I would highly recommend him to anyone .
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    I recently got engaged at Christmas and my finance had picked out the perfect ring. We discussed getting ring insurance but I was in no rush and was enjoying my engagement. Recently we had a huge snow storm in the lower mainland and a weather warning with 25 CM of snow coming!

    I had the option to work from home that day but I decided to drive into work. I went out to my car which was parked in front of my home and put my stuff in passenger seat. As I was about to get in the driver seat , I took my left hand and wiped off some of the snow off the roof my car.

    As the snow was falling off the roof I could feel wetness on my hand and my ring slip off with it. I froze and stared at the snow for 5 minutes but could not find it . I rushed into the house to ask my dad for help; we searched on our hands and knees for over an hour but there was no ring in site.

    We would go out there periodically during the day to try again, but each time seem more and more pointless. In the evening I researched how to find my ring in the snow and decided to go and buy a metal detector from Canadian tire.,I assembled it and searched for about an hour and I still couldn’t find it.

    I had come across Chris' website earlier when I was doing my research, but I wasn’t sure if it would work. I decided to make one last effort to find the ring and called Chris.

    I explained the situation to him and he came right away. By the time Chris arrived I was pretty defeated and wasn’t expecting any results. I was getting very anxious when Chris could not find it in the first 5 minutes in the spot I thought I lost it. To my surprise Chris found the ring by the trunk of my car 10 minutes later. I was jumping up and down with excitement and gave him a huge hug!

    I couldn’t have been happier and my dad was delighted as well. All I can say is Chris really pulled through for me and I would highly recommend him to anyone .

  • Jeffrey... His selflessness, humility, persistence, and know-how are the trademarks of a great human being.
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    On Thursday, February 7, at about 4:45 p.m., I took my 7-year-old daughter up to Mt. Baldy to make snow angels in the fresh 10-12 inches of snow that had recently fallen. We made our snow angels and then headed down the mountain to the animal shelter where we try to volunteer every Thursday. While visiting with the shop-owner next to the animal shelter, I began to relate a story about my wife, and right as I started talking I realized my wedding band was gone. I suddenly couldn't breathe as the shock knocked the wind out of my senses. The shop-owner tried to offer encouragement and consolation, but I was unable to shake it off.

    I proceeded to walk over to the animal shelter in a kind of zombie stupor, not wanting to disappoint my daughter's wanting to spend time interacting with the different cats and dogs, even though my instinct was to race back up the mountain and retrace our footsteps. I walked in, told the manager of the animal shelter about my lost ring, and she immediately told me about a guy who volunteers there and who also works for a group called The Ring Finders. She pulled up Jeffrey Levy's page on Ring Finders website and gave me his number, and I called.

    I told Jeffrey about my situation, and after listening and asking a few questions, he said he would meet me back up on Mt. Baldy at 8:30 a.m. Friday morning. He even chose to postpone a doctor's appointment he'd originally scheduled for Friday morning in order to meet me. Jeffrey was friendly, professional, and compassionate as he talked me through the different scenarios for rings getting lost in the snow and ways to find them. He asked if I might have taken any photos or video of my daughter and I making snow angels, and thank goodness he did. I pulled up a video my daughter had taken of me making my snow angel, and from it, Jeffrey was able to surmise the general location of the ring. We walked through the bracing 30 degree chill to the spot where I'd made my snow angel. Jeffrey quietly put on his gear and went to work with his metal detector. In less than a minute, he found my wedding ring. Again, I felt a kind of shock, but one of overwhelming relief. He handed me the ring, and for a few seconds, I could not stop the tears.

    My wife passed away a year-and-a-half ago. It was a slow, soul-wrenching process, and my wedding ring had been one important way for me to somehow still feel connected to her. I could not have been luckier that Jeffrey decided to meet me on a terribly cold morning in a place covered with ice and snow. It's as if the snow angels my daughter and I made the day before had been reincarnated in the form of Jeffrey. His selflessness, humility, persistence, and know-how are the trademarks of a great human being. I am forever in his debt, and I thank you for putting Ring Finders together.

    Sincerely,

    Robb Hughes

  • Great to have help from Ring Finders
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    Follow up: I want to thank Tracy for spending a lot of time with me and my friend Bob to help recover the wedding band. My wife was extremely happy that we were able to find it. Without his help and Patience we would have been lost along with the ring. Tracy was pleasant and thorough with his searching technique and he is highly recommended.

    Great to have help from Ring Finders and hopefully never have to use them again…LOL. But I will be sure to pass on our happy experience to any one that needs help. Thanks Again, Tracy! Great Job!

  • Jonathan was truly a godsend!
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    Jonathan was truly a godsend! I never thought we would see my husband's wedding ring again, but from the beginning, Jonathan was confident that he would find it. But, the odds were stacked against us: we were visiting downtown Detroit from out of town when my husband slipped and lost his ring at night, in a dark park, as it was snowing. To make matters worse, it snowed several inches overnight, making the search even more difficult. I randomly googled "Detroit ring finder" and am so glad it led me to Jonathan. It was truly a shot in the dark. I was desperate and not sure that it would work- but it did! Jonathan was quickly responsive and met us at the site to search within about an hour of our first contact. It was about 15 degrees outside, but he methodically searched the area, looking for the ring. Not only that, he went back later that day to search too! We left town, defeated. But Jonathan assured us that he would follow up and search the area once the weather broke. Imagine my surprise, when a week later, he text me that he was searching the site again and that he had found my husband's ring! I am beyond grateful for his service, and cannot recommend him highly enough! He was determined, professional and very courteous. He even helped coordinate a location to pick up that ring that was very accommodating too! It warms my heart that there are still truly good people in the world who are so willing to help others who are in need. Call him, you won’t regret it!

  • THANK YOU Donald!
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    My husband and I went to Puerto Rico to take a break from school and visit/spend the holidays with our families back home. We went to the beach in January and decided to take our fur-baby with us for his first swim at the beach. When we went into the water, I was holding my dog and as soon as I was getting ready to release him so that he swam, I felt his nail pushing my wedding rings off my finger! Everything happened so fast. My husband and I tried retrieving it by trying to touch everything we could with our feet (my husband even cut himself), but the waves were not making it easy. After a few tears, we gave up and went home. That night I googled what to do if you lose a ring at the beach and found an article with recommendations and almost at the end “ring finders” was mentioned. I had never heard of this website, so I looked it up and found Donald! With little hope I called him the next morning and explained what happened. Donald was able to go to the beach where everything happened that same day AND he found one of the wedding rings! So, suddenly my hope was/is back! I am hopeful that he might find the other one. THANK YOU Donald!

  • Such a kind person, very greatful for what he does.
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    Very much thankful! He helped me find my fiance’s engagement ring. We lost it while playing in Snow. He is very smart and he knows what he does. Such a kind person, very greatful for what he does. Thanks a lot.

  • Joe is the man who can find it
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    Mahalo again Joe. Our honeymoon was truly saved, thank you again for being so awesome and taking your time out of a nice weekend morning to find a stranger’s ring. For anyone who needs to find a precious jewelers piece, know that it can be found and Joe is the man who can find it. Thank you so much.

  • Forever grateful for your
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    Thanks Henry!! You were a true professional and very prompt. I have shared your story and service to many I know. Forever grateful for your help and thanks again!

    Jon

  • Thanks Mark you saved the day!

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    Mark came out the same day we called and found not one but two rings. One my wife’s and second mine I lost over a year ago. He worked quickly and covered a lot of ground. We were over the moon with excitement. Thanks Mark you saved the day! Two rings... still can’t believe it:)

  • Best Christmas Present I Ever Gave
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    Best Christmas Present I Ever Gave

    After some quick research on the internet for metal detectors I decided to hire Chris Turner to help me find my father’s 56 year old wedding ring which had been lost for about 3 months. I knew he lost it on his property in North Vancouver that is currently under construction but it is also in a forest. I thought it would make an unreal Christmas gift and hearing that there are experts in this field gave me hope that we might actually find it.

    Three days before Christmas I called Chris and asked for his help. He was so responsive and keen to help and to hear the story. We met on the Saturday morning and we walked around the property and talked about how my Dad lost the ring. He showed me on his metal detector how it was picking up a constant stream of nails and he explained how frustrating that would have been for me if I had rented a metal detector and tried to find it myself.

    The weather was awful and cold that day so he told me that I could take off and come back in an hour as that is how long it will take him to cover the property. So I did. When I returned, an hour later, he was on the phone with a magazine from New York talking about ring finding. He hung up and then started explaining to me about all the nails and how he would have to go back to his place and grab a giant magnet to pull up some of the nails so it wouldn’t be so hard to find the ring. This was his way of fooling me and then he presented me with the ring. I naturally started yelling in excitement and then hugged him. I was so excited. Chris said he found it about half an hour ago then we walked to the part of the property where he found it.

    I wrapped up the ring for my Dad for his Christmas present and he was so surprised and shocked that it had been found and that I even had the idea to look for it. Chris made a YouTube video of the experience, including my reaction and I showed that to my parents to explain how it all happened. This will be a Christmas to remember for a very long time thanks to Chris!

    I had a good feeling about Chris finding the ring the second I met him but I was still shocked and amazed he found it so quickly. As my brother put it “this guy is a legend!”. More than being a legend he is an unbelievably kind man that gets as much out of doing his job as the people he helps. I hope I never lose another ring but if I do he will be the first person I call.

    Thank you again and again and again Chris!

    Nicole Milkovich

  • Thanks a million to Steve
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    I gave my ring to my wife when going surfing in Malibu on Christmas Day, in the afternoon.

    When asking her to give me back the ring, she realized she lost in in the sand as it slipped from her finger.

    We searched in the sand for 30 minutes but were unable to find it. We finally drove back home later in the afternoon.

    As searching on Internet for a solution, I ended up finding the Ringfinders website and emailing Steve. He answered super quickly and we met on the beach in Malibu around 9.30PM.

    It only took him 10 minutes to find my ring. I was really happy with such a happy ending ! Thanks a million to Steve for this, a great, helpful and friendly professional.

  • Thank you so much Curtis Cox it’s great to know there are people like that in this world
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    Thank you so much Curtis Cox it’s great to know there are people like that in this world, that are willing to help with knowledge and equipment to find lost treasure.

    On Friday I was at south ponto beach in Carlsbad and I took off my ring before I went surfing and left it in my beach chair cup holder and we folded up the chair and it must of fallen out into the sand.

    I didn’t realize till that Saturday that I lost it at the beach.Saturday evening I went to the beach after I got off work and spent an hour and half sifting through sand with no luck!

    Someone mentioned to me they saw a business card for The Ringfinders and I google searched and came up with Curtis Cox’s number.He immediately answered my call and the next morning,

    Before the sun even rose (6am) he showed up and went to work! 40 minutes later he found my ring in the sand!

    I made it to work as I started at 7:30 A.M.!

  • a Christmas miracle come true!
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    I am Mike. The lucky veteran who had a Christmas miracle come true!

    This will be a simple statement. I didn’t believe anyone would ever find my ring.

    He found it on a huge beach with crashing waves in about 5 minutes. And he doesn’t charge you anything!! Yup, nada. He accepts reward money.

    If you loose your metal valuables. Call him ASAP. He WILL find it.

    Thanks again sir!

  • I cannot recommend his services enough
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    “A year ago mom lost her wedding ring while helping clean our yard. We didn't know if we'd ever see it again. Today Keith Wille (http://metaldetectionkeithwille.com/) used his metal detector to search our yard for it. I cannot recommend his services enough--mom was amazed and happy beyond words when he found her ring!!! Awesome dude, awesome work.”

    “Mom is wearing her ring and very happy this it’s back. I can’t thank you enough for finding it. She told me she did have it resized; it was definitely worth it!”

  • Thanks Jeff !!
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    We were strolling on the beach when my husband dropped his ring. We knew the general area where the ring fell off, and were confident of finding it. However, two hours later, we were not having any luck. A google search for "find lost ring in sand" led me to Jeff. The moment I contacted him , Jeff leapt into action - researching the location and the tide tables. All we did was send him a photo showing the location where we thought the ring fell down. Jeff was on the spot within an hour, and he located the ring in the next hour. Despite the cold weather and an early shift the next day, Jeff showed up in time to help us out. Thanks Jeff !!

    Regards,

    Deepika

  • I am so grateful to have my ring back!
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    Thank you for sending me the link, and I appreciate the story you've written on your blog. It was fantastic to meet such a kind and diligent person! I am so grateful to have my ring back! I really feel like the Luke scripture on your business card!

    All the best,

    Austin

  • Call him right away if you lose something precious – he is the best of the best!
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    Luke was my angel today! I have only been engaged for a month and this ring is so special to me. I’m beyond thankful that Luke answered the phone right away, came to meet me within the hour, and persisted in the search even when we had long passed the area where I thought the ring would be. I’ll never be able to repay his generosity and he made a truly awful day so much brighter by being kind (and obviously finding my ring!). Call him right away if you lose something precious – he is the best of the best!

  • MATT WAS AWESOME!
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    MATT WAS AWESOME! The minute he found my husbands ring, I ran and gave him the biggest hug! He found it in a whopping 13 minutes after we had been searching for 2 hours! We were not disappointed! Thank you so much for helping us find his ring so it didn’t ruin our vacation LOL!

    Anyone who loses a ring, look up The Ring Finders!!!

  • I recommend you 100% to anyone in need.
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    I want to thank TheRingFinders sooo much. This had been weighing heavy on me, thinking my wife’s wedding ring was long gone. I try my best to do all the good things a good husband would do, but when this all happened, I felt weak and slightly disappointed in myself for not being able to find it.

    I did borrow a cheaper metal detector from a friend, but not knowing truly how it works it all seemed for not.

    Unless you know what you are doing, let people who enjoy this as a hobby/ work interest help you find what you are looking for.

    Again, thank you very much RingFinders and I recommend you 100% to anyone in need.

  • Mr. Abston was so professional and kind.
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    I was so happy that Mr. Chuck Abston found my husband's White Gold wedding band that was lost in our backyard! I had spent two days looking in the grass for it without any luck. Thankfully Mr. Abston drove out to help recover this priceless ring. My family is grateful for the find. Mr. Abston was so professional and kind. His customer service was extraordinary and I would recommend his service in the OKC to anyone who has lost a piece of jewelry!!

    Thank you again Ring Finders!

  • Steve you were an angel sent by my Father on Monday...
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    Steve you were an angel sent by my Father on Monday. God crossed the paths of you two to help my sister in her time of need. We all miss our father very much and each have a piece that he left us that is important to us, for Feliz that invaluable relic is my fathers ring. Thank you for all your hard work and determination. You are always welcome with our family.

  • Thank you so much Curtis!
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    Thank you so much Curtis! I cannot believe we were able to retrieve my dad’s wedding band of the last 20 years. Though it is not his original, it is definitely his favorite and most important piece of jewelry he owns. When the best man forgot the groom’s wedding band behind, my father’s ring was the “stand in” for the ceremony! That is until I the Maid of Honor dropped it into the lake as it was too big on my thumb while I waited to return it to him. I hadn’t slept since the wedding and am so thankful for the internet to connect me with The Ring Finders, and for people like Curtis that are honest, kind and willing to show up at 7:30am with their equipment and skill to help out a stranger in distress.

    THANK YOU.

    Marissa

  • Chris, I am so glad that there are people out there like you, who just wanted to help people...
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    Chris, I am so glad that there are people out there like you, who just wanted to help people in such a unique way. I lost my ring on my birthday, it was a gift from my husband which he about to give me at white rock pier but ended up dropping it into the ocean. I was totally freaked out.. there is nothing we can do as it was dark and high tide on ocean. We came back home upset my husband lost the hope but i couldn't give up i went back there again next day and saw something looks like a ring but couldn't get it. Then that night i Google lost ring at white rock and found this amazing service with this good hearted person. I contacted him... he came from Vancouver to see the exact spot where i thought it could be. He told me to do his hunt at 5 in the morning when its low tide. I was totally restless waiting for his text in the morning and Yess!! He texted me picture with the ring in his hand. I just can't tell how overwhelmed i was at that time. I am so grateful..can't thank him enough what he done for me. He even denied to take money i offered him. I wish you very good luck with your life and hunts.

    Asra Saad

  • Thank you so much Luke. I will never forget it...
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    Hi Luke,

    I want to take the time and opportunity here on RingFinder to thank you so very much. This watch truly means a lot to me. I got this watch as a high school graduation present from my mother and father. It was the 1st real expensive item I ever owned.

    I honestly can’t figure out how I lost it at Red River Beach. I really tend not to lose things (knock on wood). I lost it on a Saturday, and I went back to Red River on Sunday to look in the sand and parking lot.

    With little hope left, I called Harwich Recreation Center, Harwich Police, and Highway Maintenance Facilities to place a report on it. After three days, I really gave up hope. The watch that my parents gave me that I had since 2006 was gone for good, all the memories lost.

    When Luke called me on a Wednesday, 4 days after I lost it, I was shocked and dumbfounded. It’s honestly a miracle. Thank you, Luke, for taking the time and effort to help me get this valuable piece back to me. My mom is probably more ecstatic than me about it.

    It is comforting to know that there are good people out there helping others that have lost valuables that can’t be replaced in this lifetime or the next.

    The watch represents all the hard work that my parents do and have provided for me in life, but I am glad to say that the watch now also represents hope in good people, treasurer finders, and the great people of Cape Cod. Thank you so much Luke. I will never forget it. Always.

    Respectfully,

    Chad Vaughan

  • We are forever grateful...
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    “11 days ago Rich Smith lost his wedding band in our front yard. We looked and looked, I had someone in town come over, I borrowed a metal detector (thanks Mike), and we were starting to lose hope. But lucky for Rich I don’t ever give up.

    I came across Keith Wille on the internet, and he came over yesterday. He was able to locate the ring literally in 10 mins. If you’ve ever lost anything, and think it’s gone forever- its not! He’s your guy to find it. We are forever grateful, and this is why you don’t ever give up! Thanks Keith!"

    - Sarena Maulucci:

  • I thank you from the bottom of my heart...
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    Dear John,

    Today you made what seemed to me like the impossible happen. The little diamond moon charm that meant so much to me and my sister and was no bigger than my pinkie fingernail is in my hand.

    When my sister’s necklace broke and the charm fell into the sand yesterday, we hunted for over an hour with no luck. Then a wonderful 8-year-old girl we didn’t know saw us looking and offered her help. She and her brother and father used their metal detector and sieve for at least another hour before we all decided that we had to let it go.

    But I don’t let things go that easily, so when I got home, I went online and found your website. When I called, you were calm and confident. you said that if the charm was there, we would find it.

    The phrase “needle in a haystack” kept running through my mind on my way to meet you. The beach is so big and the sand can bury something that small so easily, never to be seen again.

    But once I was able to show you the area where the charm had fallen, it was only a matter of minutes before you turned up the spot of sand where the little charm lay, still partially buried, but sparkling in the sun. What a happy moment! I will never forget it.

    Your calm, confident patience were just what was needed for the job, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for making what seemed like the impossible happen.

    Sandra

  • Thanks a million, Steve!!!"
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    "I forgot to dig my phone out of the sand underneath my towel after I was done body boarding one late afternoon. I've been hiding my phone underneath my towel ever since I started body boarding and such but I guess I got unlucky and forgot to dig it out this time. I walked to my car and realized that I didn't have my phone and then rushed back to the area where I set my stuff. Having forgotten where I set my towel exactly,

    I probably spent a good hour or so combing the sands with my feet. I couldn't find my phone although I recalled hiding it probably 2 inches under the surface of the sand. I went back later that night to try and find my device using Google's find my android system. Still didn't find it. I found Steve online and emailed him that same night and got an email back early the following morning. I called Steve and explained my situation and he offered to drive an hour down to the beach to help me out.

    The phone was still there according to Find My Device. I drove down to the spot and marked an estimate boundary in which I was certain the phone would be within. Steve greeted me and went to work right away. Using a grid system in the boundary I laid out, he found my phone after finding a lot of metal pins and bottle caps.

    It probably took around 30- 45ish minutes. It turns out I was combing the right area the night and afternoon the day before but I set my stuff a lot closer to the shore. Steve advised that I dry out my phone first since it looked like the waters came in over it, but fortunately the phone is water proof.

    I'm really glad I contacted Steve in time as I had planned to find metal- detecting equipment myself and search for my phone. Steve explained why that was a bad idea when I called him that morning and you could observe for yourself why it was so just by watching Steve work. I also want to mention that Steve didn't hesitate to offer his help on an early Thursday morning, just shortly before a doctor's appointment!

    I had a lot of cool pictures and memories stored on that phone from my travels as well as important notes and documents for school and work. Not everything was backed up into the cloud so I was pretty upset at the thought that I would lose the fun memories I captured with my phone. Thanks a million, Steve!!!"

  • The ring has been in my family for generations...
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    Thank you again Chris for finding my grandmother’s ring! The ring has been in my family for generations and so I was left completely devastated when it fell off my finger while I was sitting on a park bench.

    A bug had landed on my leg and when I tried to brush it off, the ring flew off my hand, bounced on the pavement and flew up in the air. I thought I saw it fly off into the bushes next to me so I searched the bushes for over an hour but couldn’t find it.

    My father called Chris who met with us later that evening in the park to search for the ring. After an hour and a half of searching the bushes and surrounding area, Chris told me that he had to go back to his car to get a another metal detector that he referred to as the ‘Beast’ of metal detectors.

    By that point I had started to lose hope but once we got to his car he pulled out my grandmother’s ring from his pocket. It turns out that it had been under the park bench I was sitting on the entire time.

    It must have landed on the pavement and flown back towards me and landed under the bench I was sitting on. I couldn’t believe I was holding the ring in my hands again! Thank you so much Chris for finding my ring!"

    Sabrina

  • Mark is awesome...
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    Mark is awesome and I can not thank him enough for getting out to help us so fast! I am telling all my friends about the great work you do. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

  • I can’t thank Steve enough for his amazing service...
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    I can’t thank Steve enough for his amazing service. I have worked on the ACBP for 8 years now and have seen plenty of metal detector people but never have I spoken to them until this summer.

    Steve was searching around my beach (Columbia Place) and needed to take a break. He asked us to watch his stuff and we ended up chatting for a little bit. He told us about his recent finds and the people he has helped and even left his card with my stand partner. Little did I know, that card would come in clutch.

    Only two weeks later I lost my wedding ring (only 15 months old) on the beach in Margate. I thought I would never see it again but then I remembered Steve. My stand partner still had the number so I gave him a ring (no pun intended).

    Steve immediately picked up and told me he would hop in his car and drive the 40 minutes straight to me. I waiting patiently on the beach just hoping it would turn up. Once he arrive I directed him to the area I was sitting at the day before and he promptly (less than 30 seconds) located the ring!

    I was so elated and grateful for this great guy! I tried to reward him as best I could but he would only accept so much. Please consider Steve for any future lost items, he was a pleasure to work with.

    And I will definitely view the metal detector people differently when I see them next summer.

  • Thank you so much Steve, I highly recommend your service.
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    Hi Steve!

    I can’t thank you enough!

    When I had lost my favourite ring at Santa Monica Beach, I was worried that I would return home to England without it!

    It may not be any beautiful diamond ring, but it has sentimental value to me and I was in tears when I lost it! I called Steve and he came down from Huntington Beach on such short notice, and found my ring unbelievably fast after we searched for half an hour.

    I’m so glad I called Steve as he is not only a 5 star ring finder, but is a wonderful person and I was so happy to meet him.

    Thank you so much Steve, I highly recommend your service.

    Madison

  • Steve is an absolute God send!
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    Steve is an absolute God send! He is professional, kind, courteous and relentless! My husband and I were at Santa Monica Beach where I took off my wedding bands and placed them in my shorts pocket.

    About three or so hours later I realized that I did not have my rings on and that I had left them in my pocket. When I went to go look in the pocket, which I had hung on our beach chair, I found out with great disbelief, and immediate alarm that my rings were missing. I immediately started to cry and panic, while my husband and I dug through the sand all around us.

    Hours later we decided to ask the lifeguard if anyone turned any rings in to him but to our dismay, he said no. He did say however, that he had some cards for people who found lost jewelry. I called the person on the first card that was handed to me but the phone just rang and rang. I called again and still got no answer. My husband called the person, Steve Smith, using the information on the second card and he received a quick and friendly answer.

    We were concerned that it was close to 8:00 pm, which is when the beach parking lot closed, but Steve stayed calm and told my husband that he would find other parking and for us not to worry about that. That in itself let me know how great a person Steve was without even meeting him. We were assured that he would come out as soon as possible -and he did.

    My husband and I told ourselves that we had a lot of faith and hope that the person that God sent to us would find our rings, but we’re also realistic. The fact of the matter was that it was past 8 PM at night and dark, plus we were sitting on a huge beach- sure we gave Steve an approximation as to where we were sitting, but with so many beach visitors moving around in the sand all day long, what were the chances of the rings been recovered?

    Our hearts aches knowing that there was a chance that we would never recover the wedding bands that my husband placed on my finger at our wedding a little over 17 years ago.We went through so many emotions that night, including a lot of praying as well as a lot of crying. When we wanted to give up, Steve was the first to say that he had all night and that we would get them back. This gave me and my husband great hope once again.

    About 2 1/2 hours after calling Steve out, he came walking back towards us and let us know about the specific effort he made to find our rings. Steve let us know that he found a lot of bottle caps and other items that were not our rings.

    As he talked about the process, I felt a sense of dread and great loss but at the same time I felt thankful that Steve spent so much time and energy really trying to help us. Just then, Steve pulled out my wedding rings from his fanny pack. He kept talking but I couldn’t hear anything else out of his mouth, I just saw my cherished rings and immediately started sobbing and with much gratitude,

    I gave Steve the biggest hug. He was truly our Angel that night. My husband and I are very thankful beyond words for all the effort that Steve put in to find something that is invaluable to us.

    If you or a loved one has lost a ring or another item that a metal detector can locate, Steve is your man!

  • Jim, words can’t describe how grateful Patrick and I are for you...
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    Jim, words can’t describe how grateful Patrick and I are for you and the work you did to find Patrick’s ring. After searching for a couple of hours in the ocean, we thought it was gone. A wedding ring is so much more than a piece of metal. We’ve been married for 13 years and have welcomed 2 children into our family. We’ve celebrated many wonderful occasions and have supported each other through difficult times. September 1st was also our son, Connor’s, 10th birthday. Connor was so sad that daddy lost his ring and he said he’d always feel sad on his birthday thinking about that. Thank you for taking time away from your own family to work a miracle for mine by finding my husband’s lost ring in the ocean tide.

  • Thank you so much. Words can't explain how happy and grateful I am!
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    August 24,2018 I lost my ring in the ocean in San Juan while swimming. I contacted theringfinders.com and was pointed to an awesome gentleman who happened to be in the area (lucky me). He came out with his partner first thing next morning and the hunt was on. About an hour later they asked me what my ring looked like and BOOM my ring was in his hand!!! Thank you so much. Words can't explain how happy and grateful I am!

  • We are so grateful to Jeff and TheRingfinder.com
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    My name is Calvin and I lost my ring out in a park in Rancho Cucamonga. I was having fun with my basketball team and their families in the park during a water balloon fight. At that point I was trying to shield myself from getting hit but my wedding ring slipped of my finger into the grass.

    I was devastated. After a few hours of looking and even a friend purchasing a metal detector we came up with nothing.

    I really don't like being the bearer of bad news so called my wife and told her the story. She came down and also helped me look for it but we still came up with nothing. So later that night I do a search of people who lost rings what services were they using to help recover them.

    That's when I discovered TheRingfinder.com saw that Jeff was not far from where my wife and I lived. I called him and scheduled a time to meet at the park the next morning around 8:30.

    It took him maybe under 2 hours to find the ring. My wife and I were so relieved and elated that he found it! We are so grateful to Jeff and TheRingfinder.com for this amazing service! We will definitely recommend him and this company to anyone who has lost jewelry that has sentimental value.

    Thanks Jeff! And TheRingFinder.com

  • We are so happy to be a story on this website
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    “We are so happy to be a story on this website instead of heading to the jewellery store to try and replace our wedding band! When my husband’s ring was lost on the beach, we didn’t think there was any way it could be retrieved. After finding this website on the internet, we almost didn’t call because we thought it sounded too good to be true. Jim met us within an hour of our phone call at the beach and had found the ring within 20 minutes. We can’t thank you enough, this ring was so special to us both,

    Thanks Jim!

    Kristin”

  • You are definitely an Angel sent to help her.
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    I am Amanda’s Grandma. Chuck, I just want to tell you how amazing you and your friend are. You took time out of your day and away from your family to help someone you didn’t know. This is so much more than just an engagement ring to Amanda and Robbie. It was part of his heart. Passed down to him to give to the woman of his dreams. Our Amanda was the happiest girl on earth when Robbie presented it to her back in April. When she thought it was lost to her she was devastated. So many prayers were said that day and so many tears were shed. You and you friend did what none of her family and friends could do. You return the ring to be placed back on her finger. The tears this time were of joy and it’s all because of you. Thank You so much for making my granddaughter smile again. You are definitely an Angel sent to help her. ❤️

  • Thank you so much Richard! You are the best!
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    Thank you so much Richard! You are the best! The ring was actually missing for 5 days so it was amazing you found it so quickly. I can’t thank you enough for coming so quickly and for finding my ring! Thank you!!!

  • I highly recommend this service to anyone...
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    Using the ring finders was an awesome experience! My ring finder Chris Turner was very punctual, professional, thoughtful, and hard-working. He found what I was looking for within a half hour of being on site. It would’ve taken me days to try and find my gold pendant and I might not have been successful. Totally worth it in my opinion! I highly recommend this service to anyone else in a similar situation!

    -Carson Carter

  • To say that Dave is a miracle worker is an understatement.
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    To say that Dave is a miracle worker is an understatement.

    After my wife lost her ring just off shore we spent the rest of the trip watching as group after group of fellow vacationers flooded the beach and waded in the area where she lost it. Some with nets looking for shells or fish and others stomping around and pressing the ring further into the sand. And any time someone looked excited, I was wondering if they had found it with me never knowing.

    I had never heard of theringfinders.com, and didn’t find it until after we had been home for days. I sent him an email, and the rest is history.

    It is an unbelievable feeling to have it back after thinking it was lost to the sea forever. We had come to terms with it, but we’re astonished and amazed that he was able to recover it, and do it so quickly after us trying so long with goggles to no avail.

    My wife is planning to wear a fake ring for future beach trips, but we have an awesome resource up our sleave if we ever lose anything again, and I won’t wait 9 days next time, hehe.

    Thanks Dave! =-)

    Patrick

  • I would definitely recommend this website, and especially Steve, to anyone looking for a chance to find their lost items!
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    Wow! What a weekend I had!! I went kayaking for a friend’s bachelorette party in the Hocking River. I ended up falling out of the kayak and losing my engagement ring, wedding ring, and my anniversary band in the river! I was completely devastated!

    After finishing up the river route, we went back to try to find my rings. The water was high and muddy, the currrent was fast, and it just felt like a lost cause. After returning home, I was searching online for some sort of way to attempt to find my rings. I came across this website. I thought it was a “shot in the dark” but definitely worth a try to get my rings back.

    I emailed Steve because he seemed to be the closest person to where I lost my rings. Within a half hour, he emailed me back. He said that he would love to try to find my rings and that he could meet me sometime THAT AFTERNOON!!!

    I was completely grateful that a complete stranger would be willing to take time out of his afternoon to come help me look for my rings. I believed that he was sent to me from God!

    We met at the canoe livery to go back to the area where I had fell out of the kayak. He was very professional and allowed me to show him where I was in the water before he began his search. As he was searching, all I could do was pray that he would be directed into the right area where my rings were lost.

    Then, a lady was coming down the river in a kayak and did exactly what I did in my kayak (except I fell out and she didn’t). I pointed that out to Steve and he went right to that area to continue his search. Immediately, he said,”Now, don’t get too excited but I have a really strong tone here in this area”. He took his scoop and scooped that area to check for my rings.

    After scooping, he said, “Well, I still hear a tone there but since your rings are in two separate bands, I am gonna bring this one over to the sand bar (where I was standing)”. He dumped that scoop out and right on the top, fell my anniversary band. I was so completely overwhelmed with emotion that I grabbed the ring, put it on my finger, and began to scream and cry!

    Then, he said that he was going to go back to that same area because he still heard a tone there. He scooped again and brought it over to the sand bar to dump. After rummaging through the rocks and dirt of that scoop, I saw my engagement ring and wedding ring at the bottom of that pile!!!!

    I was so so grateful and excited that he found all of my rings that I put it on my hands, still dirty, and again screamed and cried! I was so happy!! Steve, then, asked to help me wash the rings before we left so that they would be clean again. I cannot thank this wonderful, God-sent angel enough for retrieving my rings for me!!

    I would definitely recommend this website, and especially Steve, to anyone looking for a chance to find their lost items! He is a great guy and truly enjoys this hobby of his!! Thank you again so much Steve for what you have done for me and my husband! This will be a story that we are going to tell everyone that we know so that we can spread how wonderful these people on this website can be!

  • Super Hero Dave!!!! I do not know how to begin to express our gratitude.
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    Super Hero Dave!!!! I do not know how to begin to express our gratitude. From the moment my ring fell off my hand in zero visibility water I felt sick, distraught, and completely helpless. We looked and looked or I guess more like felt and felt but it was hopeless. That night I prayed and (as with all of life’s important questions) Googled what to do…which lead me to the ring finder site and to Dave! He truly was an answered prayer. He got back to us first thing in the morning, he helped to put our minds at ease and instructed us on what to do and not do (thankfully because we were clueless). He immediately packed up his family and drove out to Gulf Shores to help. He was so calm, confident, and communicative about the process the whole time which helped to calm our nerves. He stepped in and helped us deal with other beach finders who were being a little pushy and he ultimately did what I thought was impossible and FOUND MY RING!!! One of the things that touched my heart the most about the whole experience is that my ring is not huge, it is mainly sentimental. Dave stepped in and made it a priority because of what it meant to us and that alone meant the world. He is truly a great guy and we were blessed to meet him and his family. Thank you so much Dave.

  • Steve is a blessing
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    Steve is a blessing. He was diligent, knowledgeable, and very easy to communicate with. Above all else, he was incredibly confident. This put our anxiety at ease. He not only surprised us with my wedding ring that he found, but he offered us a ride back to our hotel. This type of personable service is unmatched, considering the ring in question was so personal. We cannot express enough gratitude to this man!

  • Paul Humphreys- you are a hero of mending hearts!
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    Paul Humphreys- you are a hero of mending hearts! The feeling of loss for Stephanie and Brian and then the hope of connecting with Ring Finders organization and then uncertainty if it would take a few times to retrieve, not 90 minutes is purely astounding!!!

    We have to let you know that losing rings in Wisconsin waters is sort of a family tradition (we are second cousins) as we have a lost wedding band at Kohler a few years back and after divers and being afraid of the lack of finding it again, you have given us the hope we needed up until now by finding The Barsotti’s precious jewel- we would hope to commission your help soon to Kohler if you can! You seem to have the lucky touch!! Thank you for helping Stephanie and family, she wouldn’t have been ok if it wasn’t for you!

  • Thank you Paul for getting my ring back to me! You’re a life saver!
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    What a weekend I had. I was lucky enough to go to the Lake Of The Ozarks this weekend and had a blast. However I had an accident, but don’t worry it has a good ending!

    So Saturday we where out on the water and about to go tubing. I decided it would be a smart idea to remove my wedding ring (this ring is also the same ring my Grandpa Adams had used for over his 50 years of marriage). However when I removed my ring it slipped out of my hand, bounced off the boat and into the water.

    Where we were the water was roughly 8 feet deep and the bottom was deep silt. We searched for 30 minutes and couldn’t find a thing. I said we are done it’s lost. My heart sank and couldn’t figure out how I could say anything to my Grandma.

    When we got back that night I began searching the internet to see if somebody did searches at the lake for lost rings, necklaces, etc. because I knew I couldn’t have been the only one. Sure enough I came across https://theringfinders.com/Paul.Miederhoff/ and I gave Paul a call. I explained to him the situation and asked if he could help. He said he would leave Sunday morning and make the 4 hour drive to my location.

    He arrived Sunday evening and we game plan on what we where going to do. So Monday morning comes along and we meet up and get out on the water. We marked where we where using the gps on the phone and went to the location. We marked it and he took me back to land and said he’d call me later and let me know how it went.

    Sure enough several hours later he called and let me know he had found it. I couldn’t believe and am still in shock. Thank you Paul for getting my ring back to me! You’re a life saver! Anybody needing his services let me know!

  • We can’t be more grateful for Demian, and would highly recommend him over and over again.
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    I lost my wedding ring in the Russian River on Friday, August 10, 2018. I found Demian on Sunday, and he made everything possible to meet us at the Russian River on Tuesday, August 14, 2018. Not only was he professional, he knew exactly what questions to ask in order to locate my ring. After we pointed out the exact location, Demian took literally less than 3 minutes to find my wedding ring. I would have never thought searching the internet would lead us to Demian, and we are so grateful to have found him. This is a great story that will be told for years to come, and thanks to Demian, we were lucky enough to find it. He is a good guy, with a great heart, and truly cares about helping people find their most prized possessions. We can’t be more grateful for Demian, and would highly recommend him over and over again. Thanks so much Demian, for making me whole again!

  • I would recommend him to anyone who has lost something valuable Thanks again Steve
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    Steve was a great guy he came all the way from Sea Isle to Cape May Point to help me find my keys

    He worked at least two hours on the beach and found nothing

    He then switched to the path leaving the beach and found them

    We were both very excited and releaved to find the keys

    I would recommend him to anyone who has lost something valuable

    Thanks again Steve

  • For anyone who needs help finding something lost this is your guy.
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    Luke, It’s a truly amazing what you do here for people. Leaving the Cape I was certain I would not ever see my wedding band ever again and two days later its back on my finger. For anyone who needs help finding something lost this is your guy. Thank you so much!

    Jay

  • Joe was quick to reply and happy to help.
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    I am glad I was persistent in looking for ways to get my ring back as some of the hotel staff did not know that Joe was the person to call for this situation. After a brief google search and a single text the day after I lost the ring, Joe was quick to reply and happy to help. A tip for those looking at this website, if your hotel services do not know this outfit by name, tell them explicitly who is coming and it may ring a bell. Even if it does not, these guys know who to talk to to get on the beach quickly.

    Joe’s intuition on expanding the search beyond my recollection of where I thought I lost it shows that his experience is paramount in these waters. Wading in almost chest deep water, he found my Claddagh in about 45 minutes. I appreciate his diligence to push his grid to the limit as this ring is an original from Galway, Ireland.

    Mahalo, Joe.

  • Thank you very much’ for your retrieval efforts and returning the ring my wife put on my finger 16 years ago.
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    I can only say I could not ask for a better end to a situation I’d almost walked away from. After dropping the ring and the immediate search around my feet, I found a line reference on shore and began shuffling my feet hoping for the million to one chance of touching it…no luck. I explained to Ami that we were standing on top of it, that the density of gold took it to the bottom and the shape trapped enough sand that it was completely covered within seconds. After an hour of looking (36″ of water), I’d written off finding it. Being a land detectorist and a diver, I’d on several occasions considered purchasing an underwater machine and even suggested to Ami in the heat of the search that I should go ahead and buy one to retrieve my ring. We went about our day, down on the loss. That evening, Ami found Dave via an internet search and made contact. He responded Saturday evening and we returned an email Sunday morning, learning that he had already packed and was eager to help us. We were disappointed when Jeannie text us that he’d pulled a muscle, but gave him our best and checked out of the hotel. We were about to enter the Peg Leg’s for lunch when we got the call that he was better and enroute. When we got back to the hotel, Dave was already preparing to enter the water based on the references I’d given him. He gridded the area and in no time offered me the honors of scooping it up. All I can say is ‘Thank you very much’ for your retrieval efforts and returning the ring my wife put on my finger 16 years ago. It was a pleasure to meet both you and Jeannie and wish you both the best.

  • If you ever happen to lose something you are in great hands with Sean!!!
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    Sean we cant thank you enough for helping us out! When you are so stressed from losing something so valuable you are rarely thinking clearly. We all started searching the lake for hours until it got dark which caused the ring to go deeper into the sand making it impossible to find without your help. Luckily we came into contact with you and its unbelievable how quickly you were able to get out there and how soon you were able to find the ring.

    For anyone who has lost something Sean was extremely responsive and is just such a genuinely nice and honest person. It was a long drive for him and he made it a priority to come out the next morning (we spoke at 1 am) because we were planning to leave back to New Jersey. If you ever happen to lose something you are in great hands with Sean!!!

  • Thank you Sean Kelly from the very bottom of my heart.
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    I will be forever grateful to Sean Kelly for finding my wedding ring. I was devastated, hopeless, and quite positive that I would never see or wear my most valued possession again. We were far north camping with family on vacation when Mr Kelly left the message that my ring was found – he wanted us to enjoy vacation

  • You are an answer to prayer
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    Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! The diamond belonged to my grandmother so is an antique, so could not have replaced. You are an answer to prayer.

    Abby’s mom

  • to have a professional, like Luke, in control was key!
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    Mike is my nephew and we still get goosebumps when we retell this story!!! Along with Mike, my son-in-law, Terry, and my husband, Bruce, also spent some time looking but to have a professional, like Luke, in control was key! He is our hero!! Thank you, again!!

  • Steve is incredible and I highly recommend him.
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    I contacted Steve because I lost one of my most important possessions in the Pacific Ocean, on one of the largest beaches in Orange County. As I was swimming my fingers shrank from the cold and suddenly I felt my ring slip off my finger into oblivion. I tried to catch it but I couldn’t, and neither could my boyfriend who was near me. We searched forever in the surf and the through the sand however we knew it was useless. With complete devastation I went home. That ring was a family heirloom and I lost it. I actually dreamt about it that night and woke up with the simple idea of googling “how to find a ring lost in the ocean?” And Ring Finders came up. I found Steve and was very impressed by his bio and finding record. So I sent him an email where he responded within 10 minutes. Then we spoke on the phone where he asked where I was, what time, how far out I was, how tall I am, the works. He knew high tides and low tides and the perfect times to search. I showed him the location where I lost it on a map via screenshots and by 10:30-11am he was already there at Hunting Beach looking for it. Around 2 he texted me to let me know so far no luck but he will continue after high tide has gone down and asked if I could meet him there after I get off work. I would up arriving around 9pm only to discover that I had circled the wrong spot on the map and Steve had been searching in the wrong spot. However he didn’t seem the least bit annoyed and after we found the correct spot it did not take him more than 45 minutes to find my ring. Steve has the entire set up, he was out there with a wet suit and all. I trust this man could find the Holy Grail. I simply could not believe that he has actually found my ring! He was amazing and so nice! And after everything was found and photos were taken I was shocked to learn that now at around 10pm he was on his way to another search. Steve is incredible and I highly recommend him. He is determined and trustworthy.

    Special shout out to Mike from RingFinders, who happened to also be searching on the beach that night and after letting him in on what we were looking for he too offered to help. So kind!

  • wow awesome thank u a million !
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    Wow i had never heard of The Ring Finders when i got the email from Luke i called him … i didnt think we had a chance to ever find them he wanted to try …. He came over immediately!! All i can say is wow awesome thank u a million !

  • I would recommend these two to help find any lost jewlery
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    Very thankful that I was able to find someone to retrieve my ring. And a bonus found my daughters ring aswell.. I thought it was a gonner and a long shot to Google jewlery recovery…. I would recommend these two to help find any lost jewlery.. and they were very friendly also!!

  • You provide a wonderful service
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    Dave, thanks again for coming all the way from Pensacola (out of your typical range) to find my ring! This ring has nine lives, as I told you I lost it in the snow once before. Still can’t believe you found it in less than 5minutes after it was in the ocean for 4 days. Very impressive! You provide a wonderful service and I have a great story to tell for years. Thanks again!

  • We cannot thank Rick and Jim enough for their efforts
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    My wife and I are so grateful to Rick and Jim to finding my wedding band. I lost it while body surfing in rough water in Dennis Port, and it put a serious damper on our vacation immediately. We searched ourselves, even renting a metal detector and could not find it. We started thinking about replacing it, which would have been feasible, but just wouldn’t have the same sentimental value. Rick and Jim started looking early the next day and after an hour and a half of enduring a wet search in rough water, Jim found my ring while I was there on the beach. I couldn’t believe it, and my wife was ecstatic. We cannot thank Rick and Jim enough for their efforts and for getting our vacation mindset back on track. Thank you both!

    -Justin

  • May God bless you and your family.
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    Thank you again so much Dave for not giving up. I was so upset and sick that I had lost one of my most precious material items. I’m grateful that a friend Justin Harbin was kind enough to send me ur info. I’m very pleased with ur effort to find my ring and not give up. I’ll always be grateful for you and ur wife for this. May God bless you and your family. My day was definitely made when u made that last call to me that you needed to find my location to put this precious jewel Bk on my finger.

  • I can’t recommend and thank Richard enough.
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    I can’t recommend and thank Richard enough. To trust us with his equipment to enable me to find this precious ring was so lovely of him. We had the help of some lovely people at the New Forest Show as well Lucy and her mum who parked next to us and another lady called Jo spent 2 hours on our hands and knees helping find 5 of my rings and Hannah and her Police Cadets from the show ground also helped. To loose my Nan’s wedding ring after having it since she gave it to me just before she died 36 years ago would have been devastating so a big thank you again to Richard and everyone involved.

  • A truly remarkable experience with a very, very happy ending. Thank you, Richard!
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    On Monday, 23rd July, 2018, my wife, three children and I spent a delightful day on Swanage beach.

    Having had a swim, I was drying myself off when I felt through my towel my wedding ring slide off my wet finger. I immediately told the whole family to freeze and gingerly began to run my finger through the soft dry sand.

    The sand on Swanage beach must be among the finest in the country. It is so soft that the ring simply “vanished”. After a fruitless twenty-minute search, I decided the best thing to do was to find an ironmonger’s and buy a garden riddle or builders’ sieve … and shovel.

    I sifted sand looking for my ring for nearly two hours. I cleared a 3- by 4-metre rectangle of soft, dry, surface sand – about the amount shifted by a medium-sized JCB bucket! – to no avail. At 6.15pm I called off the pointless search and left Swanage.

    A kindly RNLI lifeguard (Peter), who had been following my plight, had mentioned a Facebook page which was dedicated to helping people find their lost possessions. From the FB page I quickly located TheRingFinders.com website and was told that Richard Higham was the local searcher, nay, finder, of rings.

    After a sleepless night, at 5.52am I sent an email to Richard. I described what had happened and attached a Google Earth plan of the area in which I thought the ring must be lying.

    At 8.50am I called Richard; he was reading my email message. He said he couldn’t lose time and had to get to the beach. There was a hasty goodbye and I rang off.

    At 9.08am, just a quarter of an hour later given the length of the initial phone call, Richard rang me: he had found the wedding ring! Amazing!

    On Tuesday morning I drove down to Swanage to meet up with Richard. It was here that I discovered what kind of kind person Richard is: I offered a reward, compensation for his time, effort, experience, expertise and kindness … only to be told he didn’t expect reimbursement or payment! He wouldn’t even accept a beer!

    The agreement with Richard on the finding of a lost article is a donation to a charity of his choice. As soon as I receive details of which charity he has chosen, a figure will be flying to its bank account.

    A truly remarkable experience with a very, very happy ending.

    Thank you, Richard!

    David

  • Don was absolutely amazing! He found the first ring in less than 15 seconds
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    Don was absolutely amazing! He found the first ring in less than 15 seconds and then found the other 2 rings in 45 seconds! We were so happy to find them, there were high fives and the beach party beside us gave us a big cheer. Way to go Don and “theringfinders.com”.

  • Both of us are extremely grateful to you!
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    Hello, Last night you were on the beach in Vancouver with my very distraught Granddaughter who had lost the ring I had given her a month or so ago.

    The ring (wedding band with small diamonds) is just over fifty-one years old. I had given her a choice of my ring collection which included assorted rings

    that my dear husband had given me and others from my parents as well as ones I have purchased over the years. While she was telling me about last

    nights' excitement I was thinking not so much about the loss of the ring but just how upset she would have been! Thanks to you for making a great outcome.

    Both of us are extremely grateful to you! Warm regards, Sharon Coltman

  • Kai was an answer to our prayers.
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    Kai was an answer to our prayers. Kai dropped everything on short notice to come visit us that morning in our time of need. As you can tell by our experience and other posts, Kai is an expert in finding cherished valuables and can give anyone hope that is in a predicament like we were in. As good as an expert he is with his equipment and his methodology to find our ring and others, he is a better person and has a pure heart and uses his talents to serve others.

    Kai, you were an answer to our prayers and you have such a beautiful family. It was a pleasure meeting you and your wife Ohana and your two beautiful kids. Please don’t hesitate to look us up when you make it back to the mainland and if you make it up to the 801!

  • Joe, Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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    Joe, Thank you from the bottom of my heart. My wife and I’ve been married for 13 years and I’ve always taken pride in not losing my ring even though it has gotten looser as I’ve lost weight. I’ve been to multiple beaches and even swam with it at Waimea Valley and never had an issue. I was mortified when I realized that it slipped off in the waves and was almost immediately buried by some strong waves. I searched for about an hour with no luck. I was thrilled you would be out the next day but still had a restless night of sleep. I’d grown quite attached to the ring and feared I’d never see it again or would have to wait weeks. I really appreciate your determination to find it, you helped ensure my family’s first vacation to Hawaii remained a magical one for all.

  • Jim, we can't thank you enough and for anyone reading this-I can't recommend his services enough!
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    I lost my wedding ring at the beach today and didn't realize until it was time to pack up for the day and leave. Convinced it was a lost cause and gone forever after a day of swimming and an hour of searching ourselves, my husband called Jim. Thank goodness he did. Jim drove all the way to Oak Island and found my ring in less than five minutes. Jim, we can't thank you enough and for anyone reading this-I can't recommend his services enough!

  • Such a nice guy and such an expert at his craft. If you lose jewelry in the South Bay, call Steve.
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    Thank you once again for coming down to the beach on such short notice to help me find my ring. I truly appreciate your help. The review I wrote up is below:

    "When I lost my wedding ring on the beach and my friends and I spent 45 min rooting through the sand for it unsuccessfully, I thought it was lost for good. Thankfully I found Steve at theringfinders.com and he was able to come out within 30 minutes. I am not exaggerating when I say he found the ring in ONE MINUTE! It was incredible. Such a nice guy and such an expert at his craft. If you lose jewelry in the South Bay, call Steve."

    Keep up the good work!

    Kindest regards,

    Kevin Viehland

  • You made this a very positive and memorable experience for us!
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    Hi, Paul, I just wanted to thank you again for finding my nephews gold cross necklace. When it slipped between the cracks of our dock at Lake of the Ozarks, we thought it was gone forever! And with it being in 12ft of murky lake water for over a week, I was only cautiously optimistic that it could be found. But you found it in just minutes! We so appreciate your willingness to work around our schedule to meet us there on a Sunday. And, even though you had to travel round trip from a Cape Girardeau, mo, your fee was less than the local dive shop I contacted. Plus, you have metal detectors and they did not. You made this a very positive and memorable experience for us!

    I wish you the best, and you can count on us to spread the word about your great service.

    Deb

  • I just wanted to thank you...
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    I just wanted to thank you for recovering and returning my lost drone to me. When I lost my drone in Kincaid Lake my first thought was how I'd never see it again. I knew the drone was likely destroyed since it not only collided with the rock face, but also sank in the lake. I still hoped to dive and recover it just to be able to recover my video from the on-board SD card. unfortunately we weren't able to find it. I was super surprised when you contacted me and told me you had found it. Like I suspected, the damage to the drone was irreparable, but I was able to get my SD card back which still worked after months underwater! Thanks for finding it and for your sleuthing to locate me and return it out of the goodness of your heart!

    -Trey

  • I could not have asked for anyone better than Wanda
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    "A million Thank you’s!

    On July 10th I was visiting a beach in Prince Edward Island with my girlfriend when I felt my ring begin to loosen on my finger. In mere seconds, it went from my finger right to the bottom of the ocean floor. To anyone who has had a valuable lost under similar circumstances, it was the worst feeling in the world – I have never felt my heart sink so quickly.

    The water at the beach is very light under foot and it was as if the sand opened up and swallowed it whole. My girlfriend was quick to jump into action and we had 5-10 people out scouring the water for any sign of my lost ring but to no avail. We returned later that night with rakes and snorkels but optimism began to give way with every passing minute and the deteriorating conditions. I left on Wednesday to drive back to my family home in Nova Scotia with little hope of retrieval.

    People had been mentioning the idea of using a metal detector so on Wednesday night I decided to at very least cover my bases and see what was out there. The first thing that came up on google was TheRingFinders website and upon entering in my geographical location only one listed member came up – Wanda Jewers. She was listed in Amherst – only an hour and a half from the PEI beach – so I sent her an email later that night.

    To make a long story shorter, I could not have asked for anyone better than Wanda and her boyfriend Kevin to aid me in my search! It was truly as if they were heaven sent. I received a quick response from Wanda and on just two days’ notice, they were happy to make the drive to PEI with their three metal detectors in tow to look for my ring.

    On Saturday, July 14th, exactly 4 days after losing my ring in the ocean, I received the greatest phone call in the world saying my ring had been found! This was my university graduation ring, something I had just earned 7 months prior, and something that held a tremendous amount of sentimental value.

    Thank you to TheRingFinders website for running such a tremendous service (reading other people’s success stories kept me hoping and praying), and thank you to Wanda & Kevin for being the amazing people that you both are. It was truly refreshing dealing with such caring and good-natured people – beyond getting my ring back, I come away with a tremendous appreciation for the selflessness you have shown me!

    Warmest Regards & Happy Hunting,

    Will"

    All the best,

    Will

  • Jeff saved our honeymoon. We will be forever grateful for this moment.
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    My name is Mike, my wife Lisa and I were on our honeymoon when she lost her wedding ring in the surf at Paradise Cove in Malibu Ca yesterday. We searched for hours getting beaten up by the surf and the rocks hopelessly searching and not wanting to give up. After 4 hours with no luck we made contact with the Lifeguard who recommended Jeff from your group The Ring Finders, we’ve never heard of your service but we were willing to do anything to get Lisa’s ring back.

    We made contact with Jeff and he explained the tides in detail to us and told us when to meet him back at the beach approximately 14hrs later during low tide. Jeff showed up, surveyed the area for a few mins then he started searching in a grid pattern pulling up a ton of bottle caps unfortunately. Approximately 15 mins later he found Lisa’s ring buried under a foot of sand already! Our minds were blown!

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about Jeff and his gracious demeanor, Jeff saved our honeymoon. We will be forever grateful for this moment.

    Sincerely,

    Mike and Lisa Abbott

  • Thank you Curtis...
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    Thank you Curtis for helping my nephew Zach & his new fiance Hannah!! How wonderful that you came to the rescue. This was amazing!! Thank you again!! Eileen.

  • I recommend Curtis to anyone...
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    I am Very proud to say Curtis is nothing short of amazing and very gifted. I will be forever greatful and never forget that amazing moment i felt reuniting with my wedding ring. I recommend Curtis to anyone who is in this predicament, you will not be disappointed!!

  • Thanks Again Real Happy...
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    July at the beach is always so fun with taking our Grandson and the Joys of the ocean on this Beautiful day the 10th of July enjoying the sun and watching the endless play swimming and all 10yr old boys do at the beach .We were getting packed up and headed to the truck loaded all in for our nextdays journey.Unpacking the need be things food wet cloths and such to this we found someone went swimming with his CELLPHONE My heart sank alittle knowing how much the cost let alone the chances of ever finding again .By chance went back to beach searched the section we were at told bath house attendant and couple of LifeGuards present Informed James thats was a bust looking for it but ya never know a lil prayer and alot of Luck just maybe some nice person will find it and return it for you Knowing that telling Dad he lost his phone was the concern on his face i always tell ya James Popa hasnt giving up yet . stewing myself that night didnt want to tell Dad just yet Went to bed and selfishley asked the Good Man for somehelp with my little buddys delema. Next day July 11th started out overcast and hopes of clearing Wife and I haveing coffee on the pourch our morniing treasures something tolld me to call James phone as I did when we found it 1st lost went emediatelley to voice mail figuired Id get the same Being persistant I tried It started to Ring I was SHOCKED then it picked up and disconnected Puzzled Excited but apprehensive i sat and just looked at the phone THEN it RANG back Rick says POPA i say Yes rick did you loose a phone Well we no the rest Rick as i said to you before what a Beautiful Hobby Thats Has rewards as great as the People you help great meeting you and im telling MY World of People All About you brother Thanks Again Real Happy POPA

  • I am so grateful there are people out there like Chris who are honest and wanting to help.
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    I can not thank Chris enough for finding my one of a kind engagement ring. I was on a family vacation in Vancouver and spent our last day on Kitsilano Beach. Just a few hours before having to board the plane home to Saskatchewan I took my ring off to apply some sunscreen and in that short moment, it was lost in the sand. I thought it was lost forever. I was crushed and panicked at the same time. The life guards provided me with Chris's contact information. Immediately I was on the phone and he responded "do not panic, do not worry, I will find your ring". Chris was so calming and reassuring he gave me hope of finding my ring! We had to leave the beach to the airport and all I could do was wait. Once we landed back home, I received a text message and a picture of my found ring! I was so excited and so relieved. Christ stayed in contact with me for the following week to arrange secure shipping home and in no time at all it was delivered to my door step. It means the world to have that piece of jewellery on my left hand again. My ring has such deep meaning and it would not have been the same to replace it. I am so grateful there are people out there like Chris who are honest and wanting to help. What a unique service! But I hope to never have to call him again : ) - only to recommend to others!

    Samantha,

    SK, Canada

  • I highly recommend Jeff, he’s a vacation saver!
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    I take my hat off to Jeff! He saved our vacation to Huntington Beach from Philadelphia. I had taken my ring off at the beach and placed it in a “safe” place so I wouldn’t lose it. Well, as you can see, that didn’t work. I went to our hotel and asked for some help, they sympathized with me and did check to see if they rented metal detecting equipment but they didn’t. The staff was then pointing me towards renting some equipment in the town when suddenly; casually, they pulled out Jeff’s card and gave it to me. I called Jeff; he answered right away and told me he could be there in an hour or so. We meet in the parking lot and within 3 minutes he found the ring. I highly recommend Jeff, he’s a vacation saver!

  • Thanks again to Dave and the ringfinders.
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    Thank you so much to Dave and his wife for coming out and finding our ring!! It was such a simple process and he was so gracious. After searching for hours, Dave found it within minutes!! It really did save our trip. Thanks again to Dave and the ringfinders.

  • My wife has referred to Bill as a "magical stranger." We are grateful.
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    Not all jewels that wander are lost, thanks to Bill McDougall. Bill came to my aid at Lincolnville Beach on the morning of July 11 where some 15 hours earlier my wife lost her rings -- engagement, wedding, and anniversary -- after taking them off and tucking them in the fold of her skirt to put sunscreen on our nine month old daughter.

    My wife and I pawed at the sand for hours after we realized the rings were gone. But turning up little more than seaweed, I returned the next morning with shovels, rakes, tarps, and screens for sifting, hoping without hope that an archeological approach would turn something up.

    But I also messaged Bill McDougall, at Ring Finder Sean Kelly's recommendation. Bill promptly returned my call and after only a few words of explanation from me -- "lost", "rings", "wife", "inconsolable" -- was on his way.

    He found the rings in a matter of minutes, digging each one up with a single quick scoop after hearing what he needed to hear from his metal detector. And all was well with the world.

    My wife has referred to Bill as a "magical stranger." We are grateful.

    Thank you, Bill.

  • Dennis saved the day!
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    Dennis saved the day! How do you put a value on his service when the items he recovers are emotionally priceless? I asked to Mr. Burlingame how much for the invaluable help and his reply shocked me! I was ready to transfer funds in order to pay Dennis, but Dennis clearly does this solely to help people in need and pay forward good karma! Legit you saved the day man! I am still so very thankful for his service until this day and I promise to keep paying it forward as well, Dennis!

  • STEVE IS A LIFE SAVER!
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    STEVE IS A LIFE SAVER!

    On July 4th I lost my wedding band in the sand on Hermosa Beach. I reached out to Steve and within an hour he was there searching with his magic metal detector and FOUND it in less than 10 minutes (I had been searching for an hour). Steve is a great guy and a life saver. I highly recommend him for finding any lost metal item.

    Rick W.

  • It is because of you I have my rings on my finger again
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    Hi Mike!

    I can’t thank you enough for your kindness and generosity! I couldn’t believe how quickly you dropped everything to come meet us, the amount of time you put into the search, and your perseverance against the biting bugs. It is because of you I have my rings on my finger again. They are of great sentimental meaning and it wouldn’t have been the same if our insurance had replaced them. Thank you again and again and again!

    My warmest gratitude,

    Heather

  • A long drive, but a great outcome!
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    On Tuesday, July 3rd, at about 4:50 p.m., I got a call from Max asking if I could assist him with a search for a lady’s ring up in Hesperia. Max explained that he received a call from the husband who sounded a bit frantic, saying his wife couldn’t find her wedding rings (a 3-piece set). He explained that his wife was not feeling good on Saturday and had taken some Nyquil and then proceeded to change their baby daughter. That’s the last time she remembers having her rings.

    So I met Max at Bass Pro Shop in Rancho Cucamonga and we carpooled up to the house. We were met by a young couple, Kyle and Jennifer. Jennifer explained basically the same as her husband had said and added that since Saturday, they have torn the house apart looking for them, even cutting open the bottom cover on their sofa. They had family members and friends come over to help search. We found out later that Kyle went out and bought a metal detector to help with the search, but he couldn’t quite understand how to work it.

    We walked through the house with Jennifer, retracing her steps from Saturday. Max asked if the trash was still available and it was. Thinking Jennifer may have accidently dropped her rings when she was changing the baby, Max asked if the baby’s soiled diapers were bagged “like a sausage” in a plastic bag (Max knew this term from being a grandparent. I’m a grandparent but couldn’t remember from 10 years back!). So knowing the house was thoroughly checked, Max chose to start with the trash. They had 2 trash cans, one with just cut grass. So Max tipped over the trash and pulled the “sausage” bag out. We proceeded to go over each individual “present” with metal detector and pinpointer. Nothing. Max grabbed the shovel laying there and started taking a shovel full of trash and putting it in a wheelbarrow that was there and we started going through the papers, containers, boxes, etc., transferring it to the grass can. We were almost to the bottom of the can, still not finding them, when suddenly Max spotted one of the outer narrow bands in with the styrofoam container with what appeared to be breakfast leftovers in the wheelbarrow. As he picked it up, I noticed the main ring nearby, and with the moving of more breakfast, Max found the 3rd and final band. Needless to say Jennifer was elated and Kyle was relieved! A long drive, but a great outcome!

  • I surely highly recommend his service. It was a blessing to meet such a nice man...
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    While on a beach vacation during 6/8 through 6/16 at Orange Beach, I lost my David Yurman ring my husband gave me as a gift. I was devastated. It’s a ring that is not too big so I was really baffled as to how it fell off. My family and I searched for the ring in the sand which seemed impossible even with 3 strainers from the condo’s kitchen! I searched the internet and came across Dave Cartee’s website. I called him first thing the next morning. He return my call right away! He was very polite, friendly and professional! He has such a calm demeanor that it gave me such high hopes. He searched the areas with a very tight grid. He didn’t find my ring. But after his very thorough search, he told me “your ring is not here. It’s not on this beach. It’s not in the areas you asked me to searched. I hope you have an ending to this story with you finding it in your condo because I can guarantee it’s not here on this beach”. I was a bit sad but very confident that his search was true and accurate. My sisters and I prayed about my lost ring and we continued on with our fun vacation. Dave even provided a letter to be submitted to my insurance company in order to file a lost claim. Even after meeting him, Dave stayed in touch with me as I continued to text him about another guy searching the same exact area with a metal detector! Once again, he said with much confidence, “Loretta, he is not going to find your ring because it’s not there.” I wanted to know all about his 2nd searcher who we watched from our balcony. We later learned the couple sitting near us saw a guy with a metal detector and asked him to search the area for us.

    3 days later my sister decides to clean her beach bag out and what does she find...my dern ring!!! I didn’t go into my sisters’ beach bags. So it’s still a mystery how that ring fell off into her bag because I don’t take my rings off at the beach. I did move her bag when we decided to move our beach tents. We jumped for joy and shred some tears! I immediately text Dave a picture and said, “we found it.” Once again, as calm as before, I can imagine him saying exactly what he said days earlier “it’s not on this beach, I hope you have a story where you find it in the condo.” That is just what happened! Although he did not find my ring, he still gave good karma! I would call him all over again. I surely highly recommend his service. It was a blessing to meet such a nice man who does these searches just to bring smiles to his customers faces. Thank you Dave for being so confident and for all that you do! Keep searching!

    A happy customer,

    Loretta

  • Lose something valuable and/or sentimental? Steve’s the guy to call!”
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    “My wife was in a panic when she realized her engagement and wedding rings were missing on a Sunday afternoon. We retraced her steps and realized the last time we saw them was on the beach the day before.

    I went to Yelp to look for metal detection equipment and Steve’s site was the first listed. I was surprised that he picked up the phone on a Sunday but he did and we arranged to meet; my expectations of finding the rings a day later were not high.

    We met at the beach that afternoon. There are people who comb the beach as a hobby but my immediate impression was that Steve was a professional at this. He immediately struck up a conversation with another beachcomber and got him to join the effort. Steve clearly used a grid to search, not random wandering and covered all of the search area. I told my wife that this was not going to work…

    But…about 20 minutes into the search he got a hit and scooped one ring out of the sand. Once the other gentlemen saw it, he recognized that he had already picked up the second ring earlier without realizing what it was (very simple design with no gems). He dumped his bag out and we had the complete set back. Huge relief!

    Steve specializes in ring retrieval and sure came through for us. Great guy who wants to help people and clearly loves what he does. Lose something valuable and/or sentimental? Steve’s the guy to call!”

  • I give credit to Jeff for the ring being found! We need more caring people like him.
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    My friend and I went for a walk one evening and she felt her ring fall off her finger. We knew it was nearby but couldn't find it. I found Jeff on:

    https://theringfinders.com/Jeff.Morgan/

    He was very reassuring over the phone during the stressful situation. He was willing to come all the way to north Seattle to help that evening. Over the phone he offered advice for our search and we found it before his long drive. I give credit to Jeff for the ring being found! We need more caring people like him.

    Thanks again!

    Claire Tadych

    Seattle, WA

  • Thanks so much fort finding my Mom’s 1946 High School Ring
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    Dear Connell,

    Thanks so much fort finding my Mom’s 1946 High School Ring near Syracuse, NY. I have too confess, at first glance, it seemed like your voice mail might be a scam . . . Nonetheless, you turned out to be a man of honor! I’m using the ring for a wedding gift to my niece Erin, for something “old”, as she was especially close to my Mom, I know she will love it dearly. Thanks again so much. I’ll be getting a well earned finder’s fee out to you.

    DJ Ziegler

    Golden, Colorado

  • John was amazing, maticulate, professional and friendly
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    I highly recommend The Ring Finders South Jersey! They found my 2 diamond eternity bands in 5 feet of lake water!! I thought I would NEVER see my rings again! John was amazing, maticulate, professional and friendly…and he found my lost rings in under an hour!! Thank you Ring Finders South Jersey!

  • Jeff is like a saint, a ninja, a magician and superhero all rolled into one!
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    Jeff is like a saint, a ninja, a magician and superhero all rolled into one! After searching 3 hours underwater I gave up all hope of finding my ring. A month or so later I randomly heard of The Ring Finders and contacted him. He searched once and had no luck (underwater in December!) Fast forward to June and I got a text from him. Turns out even though I gave up hope, he didn't. After nearly 9 months underwater HE FOUND MY RING! I can't emphasize enough how awesome he is. Never give up hope, he bought new equipment, dove in the middle of winter and just kept trying till he found my ring. The world needs more people like Jeff.

    Rowan Chadwick

    Minneapolis USA

  • Donald, thank you so much for everything you did. You're a life saver.
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    Celebrating our marriage at our beach house in Puerto Rico, my wife and I decided to swim in the ocean. After a few minutes of enjoying the sea, I felt my heart drop. My wedding ring fell off my finger. I could see in my newlywed wife's eyes, what she was thinking and it was not good, "You lost the symbol of our marriage within a week."

    While she stayed in the place I thought I lost it, I ran to the house to find goggles. After a day of swimming in the ocean and looking for it, I thought it was gone.

    The next day, I got up an swam for it for another 2.5 hours. I had already looked for it for over 8 hours in the ocean, and was about to give up. I randomly, googled "how do you find a ring in the ocean?" and came across Donald O'Reilly of theringfinders.com. Don and I spoke, and he was at my home within a few hours. He was polite, timely, had a great attention to detail and was an excellent listener to my story and the possibility of the location of the ring.

    We both got in the ocean and began to search... after about 20 minutes, I said to Donald, "This feels right... this is about the location". Within 2 minutes of saying that Donald detected the ring!

    Donald, thank you so much for everything you did. You're a life saver. What you did was priceless.

    Andrew Keys

    Dorado, Puerto Rico

  • Highly recommend.
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    Steve is not just for finding lost engagement rings! My house was recently reroofed and I had the backyard swept over with a magnetic sweeper multiple times in order to catch nails and other roofing debris. My son is having a bday party this Saturday and I just couldn't rest easy knowing that children would be running around barefoot. Someone recommended Steve and I emailed him this morning. He came out this afternoon and found a handful of nails that looked like tetanus waiting to happen. So thankful he was suggested to me. Seems like a great guy as well. Highly recommend.

    Sally Song

  • He found the rings in less than 40 mins., he is really an expert.
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    Dave is my angel!!! He knows that, I’ve told him several times. He literally made us cry when he opened his palm and showed us the rings. I never thought I will be able to go home and felt complete. I lost hope coz the rings were gone for 2 weeks in a public area where hundreds or thousands of people go everyday. Loosing my two most important jewelries was really heart breaking, all I could think of everyday were my rings if they were still there or somebody found them. I kept on calling the golden gate lost and found every single day. I looked for possible ways and read blogs and reviews on how to find lost rings. Luckily, I found Dave on the ring finders, I didn’t know they exist. He is really patient and works professionally. I’ve met him once but I can tell that he is a very nice guy, not only because he found my rings but you can feel his genuine intention to help. He found the rings in less than 40 mins., he is really an expert. I highly recommend him.I will forever be grateful Dave! Thank you so much! This means a lot to me!

  • I would recommend Jeff Morgan because he's honest, and he doesn't give up.
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    I would recommend Jeff Morgan because he's honest, and he doesn't give up. Until he's got the job done he found my ring after 2 hours of fretting, he kept telling me we're not done yet Sheila we're not done yet. And out he comes with it I was so happy I couldn't believe my eyes call Jeff Morgan The Seattle Ring Hunter.

    Sheila Darling

    Lake Sammamish, WA

  • Words can’t describe the joy I felt when you walked up with my ring...
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    Dave reading this post made me cry! Words can’t describe the joy I felt when you walked up with my ring on your pinky. I have stared at it for the last two days thanking the Lord for ordering our footsteps and putting you in our path. You have a gift. If possible I cherish my ring more now! Thank you so much. I will never forget it.

  • I wanted to thank you again for going the extra mile looking for my “diamond in a haystack”
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    I wanted to thank you again for going the extra mile looking for my “diamond in a haystack” this past week. I would like for folks that are considering giving you a call to have one more vote of confidence that you were extremely helpful, honest, and professional. Even if you didn’t find my impossible-to-find diamond stud earring with virtually no metal on it. I appreciate how quickly you answered my call, did extra research on the type of jewelry I lost in 7 feet of salt water, and spent an hour and a half looking for something you carefully prepared me not to expect to find. It is so much easier knowing that a real effort was made. Thank you. A FOR EFFORT!

    arla

  • Mark was awesome!
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    Mark was awesome! Came on a moment’s notice, professional, and was super nice! I cant thank him enough and although I hope a similar situation doesn’t happen to anyone I know, if it does, you better believe Mark will be the first person we call!

  • Ron was extremely professional and polite. His services will always come highly recommended.
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    After a couple of hours of yard cleanup and gardening I was distraught to discover that my wedding band was missing from my finger. It is not a particularly fancy or old ring but it has been with me for the past nearly 11 years, is as well traveled as I am and looks the part.

    Needless to say I was upset and began frantically sifting through dirt and pulling up my recent plantings in the hopes of spotting it just below the surface. Regardless of the gallant effort put forth the only reward for my panicked searching was a nasty sun burn and a sense of failure.

    About this time my very understanding wife, between her words of encouragement and understanding, suggested we get a metal detector. Quickly we realized we have no idea how to use a metal detector and she set off to find someone who could. Soon we happened upon the ring finders website and easily found Ron in our area. He returned our call with lightning speed, on a holiday Monday no less, and agreed to come by to search that very same day.

    Not 10 minutes after the search began my ring was back on my finger and quickly left indoors where it would be safe for the remainder of the yard work.

    Ron was extremely professional and polite. His services will always come highly recommended. Save yourself the sunburn and call your local ring finder!

  • Dave has truly, God given talent!
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    Dave has truly, God given talent! I’m so thankful that God placed in him our path. I never doubted that I could trust him or that he would not be able to do his very best to return my wedding rings. If anyone ever goes through what we did (I pray that they do not ) please do not hesitate to call Dave. He gave me reassurance that he would try his very best to return my wedding rings!!! Thank you so much Dave!!

  • Thank you, from the bottom of my heart!
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    I cannot thank you enough Steve! After having gone through cancer last year, we realized that things are just not important, but my wedding ring has so much sentimental value for my amazing husband who stood by my side through treatment and took care of me while having to be a single parent much of the year I was down from surgeries and treatment. No other ring could have replaced the love attached to my ring and I am so grateful that I still have it on my finger as I continue to be blessed enough to wake up every morning and enjoy this beautiful life! Alan and I are so grateful that you showed up so quickly and told us what to do right away to ensure we did not bury it further (although my 4-year-old did say that he was digging for "real treasure" after I lost it - we just moved him outside of the perimeter to do so!). Thank you, from the bottom of my heart!

  • If we only had more Jims in this world, it would be such a better place.
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    Jim is one of those guys that you only hear about in movies. Not only did he find my wife’s ring in only a few hours, but then also sent back the ring to me on his own dime (it was shipped insured so it wasn’t cheap). What an outstanding guy!!!!! If we only had more Jims in this world, it would be such a better place.

    Jim,

    I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. You can’t even begin to understand how much we appreciate you and what you did for us. You were truly a blessing from up above.

    On that note, I wanted to add one more detail to the story, that you so excellently portrayed. When I said you were a blessing from up above, I wasn’t exaggerating. You see, I had all but given up on the idea that we would ever see the ring again (we live in Michigan and it was down in North Carolina). But it was a prayer that started my journey to your doorstep. I was actually heading into work (first day back from our trip to North Carolina) and was thinking about what I could get my wife for mother’s day. After a few silly ideas (of items i would have liked more than her) I stopped and thought well maybe I need some help. Having previously tried all of the online websites, I thought that maybe the maker of the world might be better equipped to shed some light on what my wife (and mother of 4) would really want. So I prayed to God for direction and insight. A few minutes later it came to me that her lost ring was at the top of her list. As we usually do, I just pushed away the thought because there was no way that was even possible. But again the thought came back up, only this time I was told there was someone online that can help. After trying a few search words I found the ring finders. Let me remind you I was still not at work yet. So I called Jim (not knowing if this was a scam since it seemed too good to be true) and left a message around 6:30am (as Jim stated above). At 12:55pm I got a text he had found the ring. WHAT????? Going from “We will never see this ring again” to “Look familiar?!?!’ in just over 6 hours could only have been an act from God. It just so happen Jim was God’s tool that provided my wife with the best mother’s day gift I could ever have imagined.

    THANK YOU JIM FOR WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU DID/DO!!!!!!!!!

    Tks

  • Luke was an answer to prayer!
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    Luke was an answer to prayer! After spending countless hours searching for my ring, Luke found it in less than 10 minutes. Luke expressed happiness right along with me! Luke took a hobby and made it about other people, helping others and never taking advantage of them. In a very short time he revealed tremendous character and a true caring for other people.

    Charlayne

  • I can not thank Chris enough for our happy ending.
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    After an argument with my fiance I threw what i thought to be 2 rings out of a moving car into a feild. We immediately contacted Chris and he was eager to help. We met him at the location and he assured us he would find them. After over an hour of searching Chris surprised us with my engagement ring. The seach continued for the 2nd ring that evening and Chris returned the following day to look again and again no luck. That evening while doing laundry i stepped on a button, looked down and ring was there ! I can not thank Chris enough for our happy ending.

  • I am truly grateful for all your aloha and genuine desire to simply help others.
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    It’s crazy to think that after hours of searching on my own I had almost given up. I’m so glad I found your website and decided to give you a call. Seeing you pop your head out of the water holding my ring in your hand was an incredible relief… exactly where I thought it was yet i would have never found it on my own. I am truly grateful for all your aloha and genuine desire to simply help others. Mahalo Joe!

  • Richard gave up his time to come and search for it for me. He is an amazingly generous person
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    We can’t thank Richard enough for coming all the way from Swanage to find my engagement ring for us.

    I was absolutely devastated when it had slipped from my hand and we were unable to see it anywhere.

    I am so unbelievably grateful that Richard gave up his time to come and search for it for me.

    He is an amazingly generous person, both with his time and the fact the only payment he wanted was a donation to charity which we gladly made. Thank you so much!

  • Mark is really good at what he does and is also a super nice guy! Give him a call!
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    Mark was a veritable life saver! After my wife’s expensive ring literally disappeared into the sand we figured it was gone for good. Even though we had a good idea of where it was, searching by hand accomplished nothing. Mark arrived right on time with the most impressive looking metal detector I’ve ever seen. Within minutes he found the ring — in the exact area we had been searching so carefully by hand! Mark is really good at what he does and is also a super nice guy! Give him a call!

  • DON’T GIVE UP and give CHRIS a call “
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    To be honest I never expect that I would lose my wedding ring . It flipped my emotion upside down , not that because how much the ring is worth . It’s because it’s a wedding ring , it’s a symbolic item and it means a lot to us. I spent countless hours searching for the ring and even bought a metal detector to try finding it. Obviously I am not a professional and I decided to give up. The next day when I woke up , I was annoyed by my finger without a ring on there. It’s just like a missing puzzle.

    Guess what everyone do when they need help ?? Answer is google , that’s where miracle start to happen. I still remember I was talking with my co-worker about my lost ring and the website theringfinders.com. I said how in the world that there’s person who dedicate themselves to find the memorable pieces for others ? Since I have nothing to lose already and Chris is my last hope. I gave him a call right away and the response is quick and firm “ I will be right there for you” . Words can’t really describe the feeling that someone who doesn’t even know you are willing to offer you hand.

    “The moment you’re ready to quit is usually the moment right before a miracle happens. DON’T GIVE UP and give CHRIS a call “

    Best Regards

    David

  • Mark is so great!
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    Mark is so great! Calm and confident in the midst of stress, kind and friendly and good at what he does. He came at a moments notice. He and his wife came together and straight from a dinner out! She was calm and confident too. Can’t say enough! Thank you, both!

  • Thanks for providing us with a miracle moment, Dave, we will never forget it or you!
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    The reality is that we had given up a year and a half ago after an extensive three day search that yielded no results, so to think that Dave Cartee would just show up, look for a few minutes, and find it buried 3-4″ in the ground with grass growing right over the top of it was utterly unthinkable, but my original wedding band had so much sentimental value that when we heard about Dave we had to at least give it one more shot before accepting the likelihood that we would never get it back. We couldn’t be more glad that a friend told us about Dave, and we are honored to get to share our incredible experience with others knowing what a relief it is not to have to settle for defeat when something irreplaceable is lost. You couldn’t ask for a more equipped or genuinely caring guy to help you hunt for your lost treasure–it seems to me Dave makes this service available primarily simply for the thrill of the hunt and for the joy he is able to bring to others. His passion for finding what is lost is obvious and contagious–you can’t give up if Dave is looking, he won’t give up, and he won’t let you until the thing is found. Thanks for providing us with a miracle moment, Dave, we will never forget it or you!

  • he is 100% trustworthy, understanding and compassionate. A true example of aloha
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    A beautiful morning at the beach turned to panic when I noticed our family’s treasured heirloom- my grandmother’s almost hundred year old diamond and platinum ring was no longer on my finger. I looked online and called the first ring finder that popped up. After very noble hour and half looking, it seemed that luck was not on our side. I went home broken hearted, posted to lost and found craigslist and decided to relax, and figure out a game plan to fully exhaust the search the following morning. I woke up early and checked my phone right away with the tiniest hope that maybe someone had responded to my listing. Instead, there was a text from Kai. He had reached out to offer his help, if we were gonna do another search- I had a feeling this guy was gonna give it his best for one more look. An hour later we meet up at the beach. Long story short…HE FOUND THE RING IN 15 MINS!!! Aside from being a total pro at searching- he is 100% trustworthy, understanding and compassionate. A true example of aloha. My advice if you have a lost item…stay positive, don’t give up looking and get in touch with Kai ASAP.

    Much Mahalo to you, Kai. You are truly blessed in the works you do.

  • Stan is the man who can find the needle in the haystack! Absolutely an answer to my prayers.
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    Stan is the man who can find the needle in the haystack! Absolutely an answer to my prayers.

    My wife and I were taking an overnight vacation before picking up our daughter from college at the end of her spring semester. We love the Newport Beach area and after a walk on the beach I had decided to take a quick swim in the surf not far off of the beach. It was a wonderful day with our daughter and her boyfriend until until at dinner time my wife noticed that my wedding ring was missing from my hand. After getting back to the hotel room and doing a thorough and a bit frantic search through the room and even our car I was unable to locate the ring. I was upset and felt foolish for not taking it off prior to my swim as I had other co-workers who had lost their wedding rings the same way. We assumed that it was a lost cause to find my wedding ring of 26 years of marriage.

    I woke early the next morning still thinking about my ring and praying that there had to be a way to find it. I decided to do a Google search for “lost ring sand Newport Beach”. The website for The Ring Finders came up on the top of the list. After looking through local people I found Stan's blog and noticed that the vast majority of his finds were in the Newport Beach area with a significant number of great testimonials to his acumen and skill. I contacted him at 5:30 in the morning not sure if he would even answer his phone due to the time of day. However, to my great surprise he did! After explaining to him where I was swimming due to the location of our hotel, he was fairly confident that given the low morning tides for the day he would be able to find my ring. By 6:30am he texted me that he was starting his search at the beach in the area I had indicated. I met him at the beach just before 7 a.m. and his gracious and focused demeanor along with knowledge of the area gave me confidence and hope that my ring could be found..

    After about 30 minutes after I got there, he found my ring! I was so excited and so ecstatic to once again have my unique wedding ring of 26 years of marriage. A hand crafted gold band not of much value but of huge sentimental value. Thank you so much Stan - you made our day! We now have a story with you in our family history. To all others, I highly recommend Stan and his skills should you have a need.

    Anwaar & Irma Bhatti.

  • Dave was absolutely amazing!
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    Dave was absolutely amazing! When I lost my ring I thought it was gone forever and I’m so glad that my boyfriend called him. His customer service was amazing, and so was his ring finding! We searched for hours the day before and had no luck and he came and found it within two minutes! I’m so thankful we called him and if you ever lose a ring definitely call him.

  • If you have lost something precious, you should call Steve. He's like a superhero on his way to the rescue!
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    We're so grateful for Steve's help in finding the Austrailian Opal Pendant!

    It was last Friday and I was working with one of the young horses at the barn, a 2 year old stallion who was feeling frisky, when he reared up in front of me and kicked my collarbone right where my Necklace was. He ripped it off my neck and my blue Opal disappeared in the shavings of that stall. I was super upset about it because it was the first Birthday present my Husband ever gave me and I was wearing it on our Wedding just 2 Weeks before.

    I tried to find it for over an hour..( That doesn't sound that long but the Area where it possibly could have been was so small )..I gave up and called my Mark, my Husband.

    He came up with the idea to try it again with a metal detector, because the Opal is held on the necklace by a small piece of Rosegold. Mark looked online to buy a metal detector & was having a hard time finding one for sale nearby. He could get them online but felt we didn't have time for that since they need to change the shavings in the stall soon. So then he searched for renting a metal detector and came across a website called ringfinders. He clicked on our location and Steve's name came up.

    We were surprised to see there was someone out there who was helping people in this way & we called him immediately. Steve answered on the first call and told us he would love to help us find our lost item. He said he was on his way home and could pick up his equipment and meet us in about an hour and 1/2. As we waited for Steve to come to our side of town we said to ourselves what a great guy he must be to just drop whatever he was doing and spend hours of his time to help us.

    Steve showed up as fast as he could, we drove together to the farm and began our search in the stall. We quickly learned the metal detector would not work in the stall because of the metal in the rubber mats on the floor which were made of old car tires. So we decided to empy all of the shavings out onto the ground in front of the stall. Steve was using his metal detector on the shavings and it appeared to be working fine on the dirt floor of the barn but he was not finding anything. This went on for over 1/2 and we had not found anything. My husband and I got down on our hands and knees and started sifting thru the shavings with our hands and after about 15 min of this and a couple prayers Steve turned to my husband and said, " Does it look like this? ".

    We were overcome with joy and gave Steve a big hug & thanked him profusely. Steve is a real human being who is helping people out of a genuine desire to do good in the world and we are grateful to have met him. If you have lost something precious, you should call Steve. He's like a superhero on his way to the rescue!

  • My wife & I are so pleased & grateful . Thank you Mike
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    My name is Rod. I, after bathing my dog in the yard , discovered that my wedding band was missing .

    Having been married for 43 years , I was very disappointed to lose it & searched frantically with the help of about 10 friends for 6 days without success.

    Fortunately, a kind neighbor knocked at our door & gave us Mike’s name & address. I called him. An appointment to initiate the search was made & at which time Mike arrived promptly.

    After marking off the area ,he was able to locate & retrieve the ring within approximately 5 min of initiating task at hand.

    My wife & I are so pleased & grateful .

    Thank you Mike

    Nice meeting you & Rochelle,

    Rod & Jean

  • Thank you, Steve and TheRingFinders. Thank you so much.
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    An inspirational story to share on a Sunday...

    On Saturday afternoon at my friend’s birthday party for her daughter, everyone including my son had a great time. We were at a park in Pasadena. It was perfect weather and my son was a powerhouse - non-stop on the slide, running around with no fear and 200% energy! He was having a wonderful time. But he kept coming back to the big slide which scared me because it was way too high, and he wanted to walk down, instead of sliding down! So when he tried to go the big slide again, I scooped him up and he struggled, hitting my face and neck. He hit my right ear so hard that the earring on my right ear flew out.

    We looked for the earring for over an hour. But the play area had these chipped wood pieces as flooring. It was impossible to find. As my friend said, it’s like looking for a needle in a haystack! Someone said, “Get a metal detector.” And I thought, where am I gonna find a metal detector? We left the party and I had a sinking feeling. I didn’t want to leave half of my earring in a place I may never come back to. That earring’s been with me for 20 years! But we had to go home. My son, was getting cranky and I didn’t want to drive on the freeway at night.

    On the drive home, I asked my cousin to look up metal detectors for rent online. She found theringfinders.com. I called The Ring Finders (Steve Smith) immediately, he asked for pictures of the lost earring, the exact area where I lost it, and I texted him the photos. He said he would drop by the park after dinner. At 8:50pm, Steve the ringfinder called my cell asking for more specifics. He was at the park, already looking for the earring with his metal detectors, but couldn’t find it. I requested for him to look at one side of the play area near the benches. 15 minutes later, he texts me, “Found it!” And sent me a photo of my earring. He found the pearl earring and the back of the earring! I am so relieved! It felt like a scene out of a movie but this is real life. I bought these earrings with my first paycheck after college. It’s not about the $, but more of the sentiment. I wear them everyday, and these have been with me through my ups and downs.

    Today - 3pm on a Sunday - my husband and I met Steve. He immediately gave me my earring and I hugged him so tight. Steve is a genuinely kind person, who was just happy to help. I had tears in my eyes upon seeing him and my earring. I remembered all the memories I have with this earring: coming to America wearing these pearls, building a family, and finding a career. Steve is a God-send, and I will never forget his kindness. It was a leap of faith to make that first call to The Ring Finders. I didn’t hesitate because I knew they can help me. Steve said their joy is in giving back what they found. And I’m glad their group exists to bring back smiles without expecting a whole lot in return. Thank you, Steve and TheRingFinders. Thank you so much. I call this #MyPersonalMiracle.

    -Sue

  • Jeff was very professional, consultative and well organized
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    April 2018

    Jeff was very professional, consultative and well organized - and he found our sixteen year old daughter's gold pendant in Lake Washington. Thank you Jeff!

    The longer story. My sixteen year old daughter lost her pendant off a dock in Lake Washington - the necklace snapped and the pendant slipped through the slats on the dock. The pendant was a birthday gift and very meaningful to her so we knew we had to find it!

    We were lucky in that she marked the location where it had fallen into the water - so we knew we had a chance. When we first visited the spot I jumped in to look for the pendant - but the water was very cold and visibility under the dock was poor. We decided at that point that we needed a professional.

    We got lucky again when we found Jeff. He quickly reviewed the situation and thought we had a chance. The next day he brought his gear to the dock and located the pendant. Jeff for the win!

    Thanks again Jeff - our daughter is very happy and so are we!

    Thanks,

    Jason Young

    Seattle, WA

  • We are so beyond thankful for Stan's passion, talents and commitment to helping others!
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    We are so beyond thankful for Stan's passion, talents and commitment to helping others!

    My brother-in-law suffered a medical emergency on the side of the 73 freeway. After numerous falls and being taken by ambulance it wasn't until later he realized the heirloom ring he was wearing was gone. Days passed before my husband and I were notified the ring was missing. Sure we would never see the ring again, I started frantically searching the internet for help! Cue Stan. Absolutely sent from heaven to help us! What seemed like an impossible situation, Stan was our only hope. Stan met us on the side of the freeway to help try and narrow the search area. A normal person would had said no way! Too much time had passed, too difficult of a search area, not enough information, not dealing with cal trans/ highway patrol etc etc. Not Stan, he said yes!! Due to the difficult conditions, we had to hold off the search. Stan took time to plan out the search, set up his car with a note for cal trans/highway patrol and wore safety gear. He found the ring!!!! We are forever thankful for Stan!

    Sincerely,

    Christine and Justin Dohrman

  • I will highly recommend Stan Ross’s services to anyone that loses their jewelry
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    Stan, I am grateful to you, beyond what words can express! You are obviously amazing at what you do. I was heartsick (and sick to my stomach) when I realized that I lost my rings on Santa Monica Beach.

    It was especially awful, as it happened while on vacation. I’m from the east coast (Boston/Plymouth, MA) & this was my first time on the west coast. I had no idea what to do, except go back to the beach in the dark & try to look for my rings, before someone else found them.

    Then my mom mentioned how we had seen people with metal detectors on the beach. I then thought that maybe we could rent one & have a better chance at finding my rings. So, I did a Google search & found The Ring Finders website & Stan.

    It was almost 10:30pm, but it said to call anytime & I gave it a shot. I explained my situation to Stan & he said he would meet me at the beach, even though he was an hour drive away. He even continued to search for my rings after midnight, when we had to go back to our hotel.

    It was just after 1am, when I got the call from Stan saying that he found my rings. I was in disbelief at first & asked if he could send me a picture of them to be sure they were actually mine.

    As soon as I saw the picture I was flooded with emotion. Stan had found my rings, in the dark, almost 8 hours after they had fallen off the beach blanket into the sand. My eyes filled with happy tears, knowing that I would have my engagement/wedding rings back soon.

    The sentimental value of my rings is far greater than the monetary value to me. Especially since the center diamond of my engagement ring was my husband’s Grammy’s ring. When Stan offered to drive to our hotel the next morning to return my rings, I thought “Where did this man come from?”

    Stan, you are truly a genuine, nice person. Stan turned my vacation from the worst to the best. I will highly recommend Stan Ross’s services to anyone that loses their jewelry or other small valuables, in Southern California! Now I just need to find someone here on the east coast that is a kind and dependable as Stan.

    Thank you Stan!

  • A big thank you to Mark Gruel. You saved the day!
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    A big thank you to Mark Gruel. You saved the day! My husband Tom and I were visiting Naples Florida to attend my niece’s wedding.

    The day after, we decided to go to the beach , and my ring simply falls off. Friends of ours, about 10 of us, were searching the area I was standing in for about 30 minutes.

    Then, one of my friends found Mark Gruel. From the moment I told him where I thought my ring fell, he found my ring within 20 seconds… No exaggeration!

    Thank you so much again Mark,

    Michele Perkins

  • Thank you again, Steve and Ring Finders!
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    I could not be more grateful for Steve a! He is so kind, goes the extra mile & truly gave me back my most prized gift!

    I went to the beach with my husband down the street, just like any normal weekend. That Sunday, we decided to just walk down & enjoy the beach for 60 minutes before his parents were here for lunch. Right when we sat down, I decided (NEVER AGAIN) to take off my wedding band I wore down and put sunscreen on my arms. I placed my wedding band next to my leg on the chair. Well.. I then forgot to put the wedding band back on. 60 minutes later we got our chair and towels and walked home. We were almost home when I looked down and said "MY RING!!! I TOOK IT OFF ON THE SAND"!!! We dropped the chair on the sidewalk and raced to the sand where we had sat. We found the exact spot where we sat and starting sifting through the sand. The family next to where we sat saw me crying and they all came over and helped us look. I knew the ring couldn't be deep, as it only had fallen off a few inches up from the chair.

    After we looked for 15 minutes with the kind family, we knew the ring was gone! We had to race back to meet my in-laws for lunch. I couldn't stop crying but pretend to be ok at lunch. After lunch, I was absolutely DEVASTED. I cried the entire afternoon and evening. I was so upset that I could do something so ridicules to something I treasured so much. We had JUST celebrated our 1year Anniversary.

    That night before bed, I googled " HERMOSA BEACH LOST & FOUND". The first website that came up was RINGFINDERS.com . I clicked it, found Steve Smith and started reading his testimonials. All the stories sounded so similar to mine! It sounded too good to be true but I decided to email Steve, as it was late at night. I emailed him and only told him the street I had lost the ring at. And Hermosa Beach is known for its MILES of sand! I went to bed crying and felt helpless.

    Fast forward to 2am. I woke up and the pit in my stomach was still there. I grabbed my phone to see if Steve had emailed back. Not only had he emailed back, but he had texted, called AND had already been to the beach!!! He had gone to the beach immediately at 12am! My heart was pumping! He had texted me that he had found a ring but unfortunately, it wasn't mine. I emailed him back at 3am and put together a very basic map of where exactly we sat and what my ring looked like. I was so hopeful that maybe he could give it another shot in the morning.

    The next morning while I was at work, Steve reached out that he was at the beach again looking but he needed more details on the location. This was 8:30am!!!! I texted my husband to call Steve right then and explain where we sat. less than 2 hours later....STEVE FOUND MY RING! He texted me a picture and I started crying at work!!!! He even offered to bring the ring to me AT WORK!

    Steve is unbelievable. I thought that ring that I treasured was GONE for good. Not only did he go in the middle of night, he went first thing the next morning. He never gave up searching and was so kind. I was reluctant to email Steve with Ring Finders but I cannot explain the appreciation I have for this website and Steve Smith. If you have lost something, please do not hesitate to call Steve. He is a true professional and angel! I am forever indebted to Steve and am so immensely blessed to receive this gift from him. Thank you again, Steve and Ring Finders!

  • if you ever loose a ring or jewelry, do not hesitate to call Mike
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    Let me tell you, if you ever loose a ring or jewelry, do not hesitate to call Mike. Calm, cool, and collected, he answered my SOS call ASAP, set a time, and showed up with professional equipment to find the two rings. I am extremely grateful to him and the ring finder web site.

  • I’ve never been so overcome with relief and gratitude, thank you Steve for doing what you do!!!”
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    “Steve came to the rescue when I honestly though I had forever lost my rings! A lazy day at the beach in Malibu quickly turned to a really stressful afternoon when I realized we were on our way home…without my engagement ring and wedding band. Luckily, when I contacted Steve, he immediately responded. Within 10-15 minutes of arriving at the spot on the beach where I had hung out, he had found BOTH the rings!! I was immediately in disbelief that I was able to get them back and extremely grateful for Steve’s services. He was very friendly, highly skilled with the gear he brought and pinpointed with good accuracy where the rings were in the sand. I’ve never been so overcome with relief and gratitude, thank you Steve for doing what you do!!!”

  • Stan is nothing short of a hero
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    Stan is nothing short of a hero , after calling him he was on site within 10 mins , he decided to come back the next day at low water to have the best

    chance of recovering my wedding ring , which was only 3 days old (married Sat evening lost Tues aft) .

    The wind was off the sea so it was really quite cold but he turned up right on time and was waist deep in the surf for around 1hr 45 mins working in a grid before he found my ring . Needless to say Barbara and I were VERY pleased .

    Thanks again Stan

  • He went out of his way to help us recover such an important and meaningful item and we are so grateful.
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    Day 1 of our vacation Matt was playing in the sand with Abigail and he lost his wedding ring sitting in the water playing in the sand. We were devastated…. after much searching we had come to terms it was gone forever.

    On an off chance I asked a random beach kiosk if anyone found a ring and they had not but gave us Kai’s Number . He saved our vacation and all done by donation .

    He went out of his way to help us recover such an important and meaningful item and we are so grateful. Everyone’s check out his website and make him go viral!! #TheRingFinders #Hawaii #PutARingOnIt #Waikiki #VacationSaver

  • He’s the best, Thanks again Joe!
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    True story! Joe was amazing. He saved our vacation when he showed up to look for my rings, it was only a matter of minutes. He called me and was at the beach quickly and knew exactly what he was doing! He’s the best, Thanks again Joe!

  • Jason is an expert and a good heart. Thank you again!!
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    Jason was/is heavensent for us! As said, the total search time was about 2 minutes. My fiancé and I were shocked it took so quick, after we tried 2 days&nights ourselves trying to recover the ring.

    He was incredibly professional; from returning my first call/voicemail within 15 minutes to see if he could help out, to driving 45 minutes for a quick find. A true helping heart. I can’t recommend and assure enough-Jason is an expert and a good heart. Thank you again!!

    Pamela + G.

  • Stan is an angel!
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    I will never ever forget how ecstatic I was when my ring was finally back on my finger! Stan is an angel! He came right over and immediately his presence was comforting and he gave us a hopeful energy. I had no idea there was even a ringfinders.com but I prayed to God for a sign and he had me get online look them up. It was a miraculous day. Stan you are amazing! Thank you thank you thank you!

  • Kai is so kind and so wonderful and just so awesome.
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    I was so devastated when I lost my jewelry at the beach, especially a necklace my mother had given me. I thought they were lost forever but I posted an ad and a couple hours later Kai called and gave me hope! He was so wonderful to work with and then went above and beyond to help me. He drove all the way to the North Shore at around 10:00pm and searched for two hours in the dark until he found my jewelry!! I couldn’t even believe it. Kai is so kind and so wonderful and just so awesome.

  • Highly recommend your services to anyone in need of a pro – ring finder!
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    Pete!

    Me (and my wife) are eternally grateful for your efforts. Especially as you found it the day before our 2nd wedding anniversary.

    I was worried that it would be a tricky mission for you, but you found it so quick.

    Highly recommend your services to anyone in need of a pro – ring finder! Happy to provide a reference if a future client needs one. Just give them my number.

    Looking forward to seeing future stories of you reuniting rings with their owners.

    Thanks so much,

    Luke

  • Meeting you was a Myrtle Beach highlight.
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    “Hi there, Jim. It's such a great story and the kids love telling it as their proposal story. It didn't feel so great at the time, but you really turned it around for us. Thank you again for your help and professionalism. Meeting you was a Myrtle Beach highlight.”

  • If you ever lose a ring in the Pensacola area, don’t hesitate to give him a call!
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    Thank you Dave!

    My family recently went to watch the sunset at Pensacola Beach. About 30 minutes before sunset, I lost my Aggie Ring in the sand. After searching for almost 30 minutes, my mom and I decided to go buy a metal detector to see if we could come back and find it. After checking multiple stores for metal detectors and not finding any, my sister came across Dave Cartee’s website and sent us the link. We called him around 7:30, and with no hesitation he agreed to come out and find it for us. He even told us he’d have it within an hour.

    By the time we were able to meet Dave at the beach, it was pitch black and freezing cold. We told him the general area where I had dropped it, and he searched with his metal detector for a few minutes. Just when my mom and I were starting to doubt that we had remembered the right location, he dug up a pile of sand, sifted through it, and pulled out the ring. And it only took him about 10 minutes!

    I am so thankful that Dave was willing to come out at night and in the cold. I thought I had lost my ring forever, but he found it no problem. If you ever lose a ring in the Pensacola area, don’t hesitate to give him a call!

    Lindsay Hullet

  • Thanks to the ring finders!!!!
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    Estatic! So happy to have been reunited with something of great value. The ring meant a lot to me and my boyfriend, it hurt to have lost it. Peace has been regained since finding the ring. Thanks to the ring finders!!!!

  • I would HIGHLY recommend Richard to anyone! He is hands down the best!
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    Richard is absolutely awesome! My husband Tarrence and I cannot be more thankful for his help in finding his wedding band. His service is quick and very professional. I reached out to him and the next day he was able to come out and locate the ring. He is such a kind hearted person and we are so blessed to have met him. We are so grateful that God lead us to this great man! I would HIGHLY recommend Richard to anyone! He is hands down the best!

  • Steve Smith showed up quickly and found the ring
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    "It was a great first day in Hermosa Beach, CA and even better when Mark proposed at sunset. For me, it was truly special how Mark asked me with my mother's wedding ring, but during the excitement the ring was dropped. It soon turned extremely stressful when the sun had completely gone down and the water was coming up.

    Steve Smith showed up quickly and found the ring in no time. It meant a lot to all of us that the ring was located. He was a great help during this stressful time and he truly cared about helping us find the ring. I would not hesitate to call him again if needed!"

  • I'm crying tears of joy
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    Thank you, THANK YOU...THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU for finding my ring!!! It meant the world to me!! I'm crying tears of joy watching this video!!!

  • I was totally devistated about losing my chain
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    I just wanted to say that before you came I was totally devistated about losing my chain that my gf got me for my 6 month anniversary. I was scanning through the sand looking a needle in a haystack and I thought I lost it forever. Bu then Steve “ the finder” smith came as my gaudrian angel to help me find my chain. The feeling when he found my chain was priceless all the weight of losing my chain was lifted and I could sleep that night. All my thanks goes to the finder from saving me from my sanity. Thank you and God bless

  • My wife and I call Mike the Ring Whisperer.
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    It is funny how sometimes things happen and you end up meeting a great person who has a passion for helping others.

    I lost my ring in a snow covered parking lot at work. My wife stumbled upon Mike Baker, the ring finder online while we tried to figure out where to rent a metal detector.

    We contacted Mike and he immediately showed up to help us as we all knew more snow was coming and could make finding the ring even harder.

    I quickly realized what a nice and genuine guy Mike is.

    He made pretty quick work of finding the ring and then we talked for a few minutes about how much he enjoys his craft.

    While the relief of being reunited with the ring was a pretty great feeling, being reminded of unique people like Mike being out in the world was equally refreshing.

    My wife and I call Mike the Ring Whisperer.

  • I would recommend him to anybody! Thanks Jonathan!
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    I lost my keys somewhere in the snow and found Jonathan online while searching for a metal detector service.

    I texted him and he responded immediately and was out to meet me within a couple hours.

    He helped me search in very deep snow even when I was ready to give up he didn't let me!

    And guess what? He found my keys!! What a lifesaver!

    He was also extremely nice and helpful and I was so grateful that I was able to find someone to help me!

    I would recommend him to anybody!

    Thanks Jonathan!

  • I deeply appreciate your kindness!
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    Dear Mike,

    Thank you so much for the time and effort you spent locating and finding my wedding band. It's sentimental value after 44 years of marriage means allot to me! Enclosed is a token of my appreciation for costs and for mailing. Again, I deeply appreciate your kindness!

    Sincerely, Rich W."

  • My wife and I call Mike the Ring Whisperer.
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    It is funny how sometimes things happen and you end up meeting a great person who has a passion for helping others.

    I lost my ring in a snow covered parking lot at work. My wife stumbled upon Mike Baker, the ring finder online while we tried to figure out where to rent a metal detector.

    We contacted Mike and he immediately showed up to help us as we all knew more snow was coming and could make finding the ring even harder.

    I quickly realized what a nice and genuine guy Mike is.

    He made pretty quick work of finding the ring and then we talked for a few minutes about how much he enjoys his craft.

    While the relief of being reunited with the ring was a pretty great feeling, being reminded of unique people like Mike being out in the world was equally refreshing.

    My wife and I call Mike the Ring Whisperer.

  • Stan is an amazing finder!
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    Stan is an amazing finder! All of my jewelry had been misplaced in my parents' large home for more than two years. I called Stan in the middle of the holiday season and asked if he could come look in the house. He initially said he really didn't use his metal detector in houses because there is too much interference. But he was very kind and I begged him to give it some thought. I called him back about two weeks later and he agreed to come to the house. He found ALL of our missing jewelry within two hours. It was truly amazing. He is very patient and very thorough. I highly recommend him if you need to find your jewelry, on the beach OR in your home. I will always be grateful for his help and willingness to try. Thank you so much - I am literally sleeping better at night knowing my jewelry is not at the bottom of a landfill in LA County.

    He is the best!

  • Lanaki was so so sweet and honest.
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    Lanaki was so so sweet and honest. We just got married in July 2017 and this ring was engraved with our wedding date and the word “forever”. We were swimming around and enjoying our honeymoon when I saw absolutely terrified face of my husband Ted. His ring fell off. Even though he could barely touch the bottom, the water was just not clean enough to geg it. He got goggles in hope to find the ring, but it was absolutely useless, as he could dive only for short period of time and see very little of the bottom. Couple minutes after the attempts to retrieve the ring, we lost hope and returned to the beach. We were devastated. I started looking into buying a new ring. Ted kept stating he does not want one as it will not be the same (his ring was custommade with unique pattern that is not possible to replicate). I tried to look for solution, when I finally came across the ring finders. We had nothing to lose. I contacted a couple people before talking to Lanaki, and as soon as I did I got a gut feeling that he is the one that I should ask for help. He came to Ala Moana extremely fast, he was patient with me and extremely sweet. Needless to say, we got ring back within minutes! We were over the moon. This whole story is so surreal yet fascinating. Thank you so much

  • Please if you ever lose your jewellery or other metal items and need help to recover them I strongly recommend this gentleman.
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    I was truly blessed by the help of Pete

    He traveled from Kerikeri to Ruakaka to help me find my wedding ring that I lost while swimming.

    I had this ring made from my mothers jewellery after she passed away – a very sentimental and emotional part of my life that also represented my future with my beautiful wife and all of our 8 children a positive influence on making healthier lifestyle changes within whanau .

    My heart was broken and I was very upset to the point of being frustrated with myself for letting it happen. The realisation I may never see it again hurt me.

    That day I snorkeled from 1.30-5.00pm thinking of my mum then went home got x2 metal detectors my x3 sons and good friend Ismalia then from 19.00-midnight searched hard at night with torches detectors on beach and in tide with no luck .

    My wife got a message from Pete McGhee through media networking then late Saturday asked him to meet us there Sunday.

    He arrived at 9.15 and the area was marked out with me on the beach himself in the tide with my x3 sons. Then at 11.30am Pete found my wedding ring.

    I honestly couldn’t believe our luck I just wanted to break down with emotion and relief a massive weight of heaviness gone.

    I had been doing karakia every day, even that morning, but the difference was having a person like Pete who was committed driven passionate and very professional about the outcome of todays challenge.

    Thank you so much for your mahi today we are forever grateful enjoy our koha.

    God bless Earles Clan Xx

    Please if you ever lose your jewellery or other metal items and need help to recover them I strongly recommend this gentleman.

    He is humble honest and fair kia ora koutou nga mihi Pete McGhee!

  • Steve, is absolutely amazing and I cannot possibly say enough good things about this man.
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    Steve, is absolutely amazing and I cannot possibly say enough good things about this man. Steve is not joking when he says he WILL find your ring. After ripping apart my entire home, I reached out to Steve late one evening and his calm demeanour put me at ease when he said he would come the very next morning to help us. When he came to search for the ring he thoroughly canvassed both our driveway and my friend’s driveway to find the ring. He insisted that we drive across town to find the ring even when my spirits were so low and doubtful that I would ever get my 1.5 carat ring designed by my fiancé. He reminded us that he would find the ring. When we got to my friend’s house, I ended up going back into our vehicle because I truly didn’t believe we would find our ring and I was so upset. Minutes later, Steve was able to find my ring burried at the bottom of a snow bank!! The funny thing is I had never even gone near that area of the house but once again Steve insisted to check the entire area! I was absolutely speechless and in that moment all I could do was hug him because I was so happy!!!! It was a very special moment for all 3 of us when Steve presented my ring to me. What started off to be a horrible 2018 was turned around entirely because of Steve! DO NOT hesitate to call him! He is simply the best and will work diligently with you until he finds it (and he WILL find it!). Thank you again Steve for saving my year and my engagement! I went from absolutely devastated to insanely happy and speechless. I will always recommend Steve to anyone who has lost their rings, keys, etc that they can’t find! Steve is very professional and has very expensive equipment that will find your ring. He knows his equipment very well and has a very calm and caring personality to make you feel at ease. Steve – Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!

  • Absolutely can’t thank Bill enough!
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    Absolutely can’t thank Bill enough! So glad to have the ring back, he was awesome from the minute I called him! If you have lost any jewelry in the Calgary area be sure to call this guy right away!!

  • Jeronimo is a professional and very good at what he does
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    Losing my wedding band in the snow while helping my daughter build a snowman felt like the universe was playing a cruel joke on me. After searching with neighbors and friends the bitter winds were too much for us and we went indoors. I searched some more the next morning but had to surrender after twenty minutes to the harsh cold air. I went to work feeling we had kicked around the snow too much and the ring was lost forever.

    A random internet search to commiserate with others who had lost their rings led me to The Ring Finders where I connected with Jeronimo Barrera. He showed up right away with a metal detector and I took him to the building's terrace where I lost my ring. The challenge, Jeronimo explained to me, would be metal interference from the building's infrastructure. He threw his own ring into the snow to run some tests...two minutes later he pointed to the ground and confidently said, "Your ring is right there."

    Jeronimo is a professional and very good at what he does. His ability to overcome the building's interference and find my ring so quickly left me in shock for several hours after he left. In addition to being very skillful at metal detecting, Jeronimo is a very nice guy and in the short time I met with him he seemed to genuinely enjoy helping people. While I'm happy to have my ring back, it was also nice to know that good people like Jeronimo are out there.

    regards,

    Jose E. Guardado

  • I would recommend Dennis to anyone who lost a ring.
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    Dennis, thank you so much for finding my diamond engagement ring and wedding band! I promised my 3 year old (after seeing her puppy dog eyes) she could take 3 quick rides on her sled down a small hill on the corner of my block in the foot of snow we just got. I didn’t put my gloves on because I thought it would be easier to help her. Big mistake! As I helped her off the sled after the second ride, I felt both rings slip off my finger and disappear into the snow. I was devastated! I couldn’t find it anywhere. It was dark and the flashlights didn’t help. My husband and I looked for a while but it was super cold and I felt like I was calling attention to myself with the flashlight. I didn’t want someone else to see that and start looking for something after I left. My husband found Dennis online and he came out the next morning at 9am. Within 10 minutes with his metal detector, he found both rings! They were buried underneath the snow near where I was with my daughter. Dennis was very professional and I trusted him. I would recommend Dennis to anyone who lost a ring. Thank you Dennis!!! Very lucky to have found you!

    Kelly

  • If you ever lose a valuable item in WA, Sean is Your guy!​"​
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    "Sean did an amazing job from start to finish: Immediate response, professional guidance, asking the right questions and taking action as fast as needed. He loves his job and I benefited from that Big Time.

    If you ever lose a valuable item in WA, Sean is Your guy!​"​

  • If you ever lose something – you can trust this guy! 500%
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    One word “HONEST”

    I was worried about telling a stranger the location of my lost ring- cause you know, you never know. But as soon as I laid eyes on him, I knew he was an honest person – he was super nice, like if he were a family member helping you , took his time- not pushy, attitude free – an overall cool nice person. I am so glad I found his name and website – if you ever lose something – you can trust this guy! 500% – and congratulations Joe! And thank you again – happy new year !

  • Im stoked to have my ring back...
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    This summer while we were boating in Lake Stevens Cora accidentally dropped my wedding ring into the water. It was about 12 ft of water and we dove about 3 weeks straight looking for it. We then hired two different guys with scuba gear to search for it, one of the guys was Jeff and they found nothing.

    At that point we lost hope and went and bought a new ring. Jeff looks for lost rings for a hobby and stayed in contact and kept saying he was going to go back and find it but i definitely had never thought he really would.

    I just got home from work and Jeff showed up with my ring! Im stoked to have my ring back but I really just cant believe he didn’t give up and actually found it, makes you feel good to know there good ppl out there that do things just out of kindness with no expectations of something in return!

    Definitely made my day.

    Travis Takamori

    Lake Stevens, WA

  • Thanks to luke I have my ring back...
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    I was really upset about losing my ring and thought I’d never find it again. I have heard how hard it is to use a metal detector so when I stumbled upon Luke’s page I knew I had to call him. He came out and was very knowledgeable about what he was doing and was also very nice! He knew right when he detected my ring before he even pulled it up out of the snow. Thanks to luke I have my ring back and I will definitely let friends and family know about him, he’s truly one of a kind!

  • I can't tell you how grateful I am for this site and especially for Guy Fuller for finding my Dad's ring!!
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    Guy Fuller is the hero of the day, at least to me. My parents married in October of 1959. Not only were they husband and wife, they were best friends. I am the youngest of five children and couldn't ask for better parents. I lost my Mom in September of 2008, and my Dad in February of 2016. As promised, I was given the engagement and wedding rings.

    These became my most prized possessions. Well, yesterday afternoon - Christmas of all days - I had lost my Dad's ring while using a roof rake to remove snow from my roof. I frantically searched through the snow (with tears running down my face) until it was to dark to see.

    I began searching the internet for a place to rent a metal detector and even looked into buying one just to find the ring. I came across TheRingFinders.com and found Mr. Fuller, who was fairly close. I immediately sent him an e-mail explaining what happened and left my phone number. I didn't want to call since it was Christmas after all.

    He called me that night and said he could probably come up in the morning to help and he did. After some detecting, we marked a couple of spots and he asked me to go get some hot water to melt some of the snow. I went in, got some water and by the time I stepped back outside he said "you can put that down." As I walked over to him and looked down, there was the ring.

    I picked it up, and the water works started again. I gave him a hug and just couldn't thank him enough. You have no idea what these rings mean to me. I can't tell you how grateful I am for this site and especially for Guy Fuller for finding my Dad's ring!! Thank you, thank you, thank you soooo much!!!!

    Sincerely,

    Patti Miller

  • Thank you Jeff... thank you Ring Finders.
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    My wedding ring, which had been passed down through four generations of men in my family and had stayed on my own finger for over twenty-two years, decided to slip off of my finger and into the sand of Zuma beach last Saturday night.

    We thought that all hope was lost but luckily I found TheRingFinders site late that evening and first thing the next morning I was in contact with Jeff Levy. After listening carefully to my story and assessing the situation Jeff made arrangements to meet at the spot were I thought the ring might be.

    I marked off what seamed to be an impossibly large search area and stood back to watch while Jeff went to work. Jeff’s confidence was infectious. Even as rusty nails and old springs were pulled from the sand I could feel that it was just a matter of time before my ring would make its location known.

    Jeff made one full pass down the thirty by ten yard stretch of sand, which I had cordoned off, and was a third of the way back when something grabbed his attention. He waved his detector back and forth isolating one particular spot then he scooped his sifter deep into the sand. Two quick shakes and the lovely sound of clinking gold rang through the air. There it was in all its glory!

    My great grandfather‘s ring returned so that it my bless the union of another generation.

    Thank you Jeff... thank you Ring Finders.

    You shall remain in our family lore from this day on.

  • Very thankful that Steve was available...
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    I was spending time with my family during the holidays in 2017 on Newport beach, and happened to be tossing a football with my cousins. About an hour later, I noticed my wedding ring was missing. I had a feeling that it happened during the football toss. I had mentioned it to my wife about me misplacing it, she was not too thrilled.

    My cousin and I rushed back to the spot, but couldn't locate the ring. He pulled up a site called Ring Finders on the web, and told me to call. I called and Steve Smith picked up and said that he was on his way. I asked how much the service was, and he said whatever we felt we wanted to pay. This was Christmas Eve so we were a bit worried about any one actually working.

    Steve arrived, and I told him what had happened. I showed him the area where I felt it could be and he asked me a few questions and then proceeded to work. I was back to my family and within 10 minutes, everyone started cheering. I looked back and Steve was walking towards me holding the ring in his hand.

    I couldn't believe that within such a short time, he was able to produce the ring! We chatted for a few minutes, and he told me about his method. Best part of our conversation was the reason why he did it, he said it was THAT moment when he finds the item and how the mood changes in an instant!

    Very thankful that Steve was available and he was able to locate something very important to myself and family. Thank you a ton RING FINDERS!

    YOGI GOYAL

  • Steve is a true detective of a different kind...
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    My wife Cathy and I cannot be more indebted to Steve for finding my wedding ring in the sand at Redondo Beach.

    It's amazing how quick things can get lost in the sand. No pun intended.

    Steve is a true detective of a different kind. He took the witness information and the clues and went to work to solve the case.

    And like a great investigator he got his man, or this case his ring.

    I would suggest taking pictures when you go to the beach. That helped us immensely in determining our positioning from the day before and helping Steve to narrow his search area.

    It was indeed money well spent.

    Thanks Steve!

  • Don’t ever stop what you’re doing, you are the best!
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    Luke,

    Thank you again for your quick and professional service. You took the time to come out at night knowing the roads were extremely icy and dangerous, and we could not be more grateful. We know who we will recommend if any of our friends or family find themselves in the same situation.

    Don’t ever stop what you’re doing, you are the best!

    Bryan

  • He’s the Sherlock Holmes of metal detecting.Call him if you lose anything precious ...
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    Stan did the impossible.

    Two days before thanksgiving, I drove with my wife and 4-year old from LA to Grass Valley. On the way, I lost my palladium wedding ring. Random exit stop to help my daughter potty. Ring fell off, drove on without it, didn’t realize it until after about an hour of driving. I was pretty sure I was never going to see it again.

    My wife didn’t give up and found Stan on the Ring Finders. (I had no idea a service like this exists.) We worked together to pinpoint the location, and Stan went to find the ring. Dude

  • My husband miraculously discovered The Ring Finders website.
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    After I accidentally flung my wedding ring over the deck of our house, I spent hours with a friend and a rented metal detector searching with a metal detector for a hopeless recovery. The terrain is unstable and rocky with beautiful (I thought until they ate my ring) blooming native grasses. My husband miraculously discovered The Ring Finders website. When Mike answered my call Friday evening I could hear that he was in the middle of a joyous occasion, which was his daughter’s 17th birthday party. Asking him to return my call, he insisted that this was important and he would be at our house, which is an hour and a half away, by 7:30 Saturday morning. His comforting, caring demeanor gave us profound hope. Meeting someone like Mike, who is so confident, understanding, experienced and determined, erases all of the painful memories of losing something that is irreplaceable.

  • Clearly we called the right guy and I can't thank you enough!
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    "Thank you Rich for returning my irreplaceable 20 year fireman service ring. After serving 30 years with Ladder 17 in Philly I thought for sure the ring was a goner. Your confidence, experience and determination while on the hunt gave us a lot of hope. Clearly we called the right guy and I can't thank you enough!"

  • Thanks very much for all your good work Sean.
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    Thanks very much for all your good work Sean. Nothing was too much for you - racing to the beach on a moment's notice on a Sunday afternoon, strong winds, heavy swell. Very impressed with the way you went about everything, and a great result in the end. Much appreciated. Brett

  • Our son rented a metal detector but we found what we really needed was an experienced operator.
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    Very tired at the end of a day of filling bags of leaves, I was very much disturbed to discover my ring finger bare of my wedding ring and was downhearted as I contemplated the daunting search of our yard. Our son rented a metal detector but we found what we really needed was an experienced operator.

    Ken was more than that. He was eager, dedicated, and determined to find my missing wedding ring. Perhaps he was a bit sentimental, too, as he and his wife were also married in 1964. After first searching our front and back yards without success, Ken promised to return to empty and search each of the twenty bags.

    As good as his word, Ken returned, persistently emptying each bag until he picked up a signal in the lucky thirteenth bag! Thank you, Ken!

  • I met a charming person who wants to help with all his heart!
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    This is my story

    On Saturday, 11/19/2017, at 4:00 PM, I went with my wife and my daughter to the park. As I rocked my girl on the swing, my wedding ring was pulled from my finger and fell into the sand.

    After extensive searching and lots of help from good people, the loss was not found and I had to accept fate.

    The evening came and I decided that this ring was too important to me and I was not going to give it up so easily.

    I started looking online with a professional who comes with a metal detector and the first person who intrigued me was Steve Smith who answered me on the phone right away.

    I told him the story and asked how much his service would cost me.

    Steve answered that I could pay as much as I think fit. I was in in shock from his answer! He said that in any case he would come to help me even if I did not pay him at all!

    I really wanted him to find my wedding ring.

    We met in the park at six in the evening. It was already dark. Steve would get organized quickly and after 20 seconds the loss would be found !!! And I was very happy

    I met a charming person who wants to help with all his heart!

    Thank you Steve Smith

    NIR

  • Thank you Joe! You are awesome!
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    Thank you Joe! You are awesome! I still cannot believe you found my ring. I thought it would be lost forever on the beach or to Mother Ocean. I don’t know what I expected when I arranged to meet you on the beach to search, but I felt I had to at least try. And you actually did it, you found my wedding ring! I still cannot believe it, especially after all the places the ring could have been. Thank you for what you do. Until now I had no idea that people like you existed. Joe’s not just a guy with a metal detector, he cares and has pretty good skills

  • What a great experience! Thanks again Chris!
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    TheRingfinders.com started out as a last resort before I went shopping for a replacement ring, it came up on google when I tried to get ahold of a metal detector.

    I figured why not, especially since I had partially accepted that it was gone and that I'd never see my ring again.

    Chris offered to drive out from Vancouver to Chilliwack to try to find it on nothing more than my word that it was buried somewhere in the yard- I really had no idea! I felt bad but he was oddly eager for the challenge lol!

    He showed up right away and proceeded to search for approximately 10 seconds or so before finding it! Unbelievable!!

    I went from feeling bad for what would likely be a complete waste of his time to having my ring held in my face within seconds! You can't write this stuff!! My wife and I still can't believe it.

    I felt as if Chris really doesn't do this for the money, and that his satisfaction is gained by his ability to bring people from being distraught to making their day as he made mine. Please take my word for it and at least give him a shot, the outcome was mind blowing.

    What a great experience! Thanks again Chris!

    Joe

  • My pendant was found by Steve Smith, the best ring and pendant finder hands down.
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    TODAY WAS MY LUCKY DAY

    My pendant was found by Steve Smith, the best ring and pendant finder hands down.

    I had this necklace that was given to me in the 80’s it was really 80’s looking and I wanted a more contemporary piece.

    I was telling my girlfriend that I wanted it redone.

    I happened to be going to India towards the end of last year with her and she told me she had the finest Jeweler in Delhi.

    I carried that necklace with me to India and met with the jeweller.

    I sat for about an hour designing this and felt so proud of the out come. I cherished it.

    Flash forward to today I was doing our Christmas pictures in Palos Verdes on the rocks at the beach no less.

    I came home and noticed it was gone.

    I had a knot in my stomach, I was so upset.

    Ran back the next day and found the chain ,but no pendant.

    Then I got frantic it had to be there it just had to.

    I could not find it anywhere.

    Went home went online and found Steve.

    He was just awesome. Asking me questions and he was so calm.

    We met the next day and I was so impressed with his gadgets he set up and he went to town.

    He’s thorough and precise.

    It helped that I guided him to where I was sitting. I was in 2 locations.

    I was pacing and digging a hole to China while he was diligently scanning.

    And then he held it up and said is this it ?

    I shrieked in happiness and ran to hug and kiss him.

    He found it he found it, he found it.

    Today was my lucky day:)

    Would recommend him to anyone and everyone.

    He is absolutely the best, hands down.

    Warmest Regards

    Karyn

    Happiest customer

  • Mark was so pleasant to work with and so efficient – I just can’t say enough.
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    I can breathe again. This being our 50thwedding anniversary year all things related to our years together are precious to us. Having lost my ring while mowing the grass seemed like such a simple thing that should be easy to remedy with a quick search. That quick search ran into 3 hours with at least 8 friends and neighbors helping and plenty of rakes and blowers with no luck. We hand checked every bag of leaves and grass twice and had many eyes look over every inch of the area where it came off – nothing.

    A friend had used Mark in the past. He rearranged his schedule, so he could get to us the same day we called and was able to find the ring within 30 minutes – buried sideways into the soft ground. I can breathe again. Mark was so pleasant to work with and so efficient – I just can’t say enough. Highly recommend him. I’d also recommend you call early in your search it will eliminate a lot of worry and upset .

    Mike

  • THANK YOU Jason. A true ringfinder!
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    Jason called me right back and when I told him I had lost my a couple of weeks ago in our pond he said he could help me and came the following day. He was very professional and I just knew if anyone could find my ring he could. He couldn’t have been in the pond more than 5 minutes when he found it. That ring meant so much to me, my husband had given it to me 23 years ago and I though it was gone, but Jason found it for me. THANK YOU Jason. A true ringfinder!

  • If you’re reading this because you have lost your ring and you need to find it... Call or text Steve Smith immediately!!!
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    If you’re reading this because you have lost your ring and you need to find it... Call or text Steve Smith immediately!!!

    If it can be found, he will find it.

    Steve is angel on earth. He is a humble and kind soul.

    And if your ring can be found he will not only find it but also find it for a fair and hopefully generous amount on your part to pass forward good energy on Earth.

    Thanks again Steve for finding my cherished wedding ring the day after it was lost near Zuma Beach in my favorite beach side enclave. Thanks for meeting me at my favorite store in the whole world, Vintage Grocers in Malibu to find my ring.

    Steve I can’t thank you enough.

    Much love,

    Akida Mashaka, Esq.

  • I googled the website theringfinders.com and read all amazing stories about wonderful results of their search. I found Steve Smith
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    In the evening, I decided to swim in the ocean at Santa Monica beach. I left my rings on my T-shirt and after swimming I took it so abruptly so the rings fell in the sand. It was already dark, so I spent an hour trying to find them but it was not possible. I tried to take a picture of the place and views to be able to track this place. In the morning, I looked up in the Internet where I can buy or rent metal detectors, but all of them must be only shipped.

    I had to be quick to start searching since other people could also find them. So, I googled the website theringfinders.com and read all amazing stories about wonderful results of their search. I found Steve Smith who covered our area. His reviews we excellent. He helped many people in the same situations, so I immediately called him.

    Steve promptly asked me questions about the location, and we met in less than 2 hours. After identifying the area, he started searching. He found a lot of coins and can caps. He told me it was a good sign because it meant nobody was there, and there was a big chance the rings were still in the sand.

    After 3 hours of searching, we went all over again, taking wider area into consideration. And suddenly at one more sound of metal Steve dug the sand and there found my ring. The second ring came right after it. They were around 5 inches deep in the sand, so obviously, they could not be found without Steve’s help. Steve said you should never give up while searching things in sand and he was absolutely right! Thank you, Steve!

    Best Regards,

    Dmitry & Natalia

  • Thank you so much for helping Norm!
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    When I realized I lost my wedding band, I knew the general area, but no luck in finding it. When I contacted Norm, he was friendly, and more than happy to assist. He was very thorough and methodical on his search, and found it within 30 mins or less. You can tell Norm loves what he does, and loves helping people. If anyone else finds themselves in a similar situation, I could not recommend Norm enough. Don’t hesitate, just give him a call or email!

    Thank you so much for helping Norm!

  • Tom is up for the challenge!
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    Tom is up for the challenge!

    "This isn't just a long shot, this is astronomical! But I am up for the challenge," Tom replied after I relayed the story of my lost wedding ring. The past weekend, I was on a 3-day 27 mile hike on Old Logger's Path in Loyalsock forest in north central Pennsylvania. I usually remove my ring before the hike but didn't remember until I was already on the trail. Not having a zippered pocket of my own, I placed it in a small zippered section of my daughter's backpack. Not thinking much of it, when I finally got home - nearly 4 hours away - the zipper was half open and no ring to be found.

    I explained to Tom that my daughter, on her own, checked each day and saw the ring at our last camp site. So my GUESS was it was either there, at one of the two spots we stopped on the last day of the hike, or in the parking lot. But basically the ring was somewhere along 7 miles of trail covered by the fall leaves. I wrote up directions and information on the four spots we stopped and sent to Tom.

    Tom first asked me to get permission from the Loyolsock State Forest office of the PA DCNR and the ranger was happy to oblige after hearing my story.

    Friday of that week, Tom texted me a picture of the ring. It was in the parking lot (the first place he searched!). Tom sent me the ring via priority mail - just a few months ahead of our 20th wedding anniversary.

    Thanks Tom!

    Ed Stevenson

  • I can never thank you enough Stan!!!! Thank God that I found you!!!
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    I don't even know what to write! Stan is one of the most amazing people I have ever met!!! I am so thankful for finding him. I lost my diamond rings that meant so much to me ! There is a long emotional story behind the rings; when I lost them about 4 in the afternoon at the beach I was devastated!!! Devastated does not even describe my feelings. I googled "lose ring beach@ and the "ring finder website" shows up. I call Stan 8 in the morning of the next day and he could not be more kind, considerate and helpful! We met around 12:30 and by 2:30 I have my both rings back!!!! Literally speechless from joy and happiness! I can never thank you enough Stan!!!! Thank God that I found you!!!

    Farimah G.

  • Thank.you so much Norm!
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    YOU FOUND THEM!!

    I called Norm to see if he could come.out to help find my two rings and he arrived about an hour later! And found them both. He found the larger ring within the first half hour, but the second ring was a bigger challenge.

    The band is no thicker than a paper clip so to find it in the yard was truly finding a needle in a haystack! Norm scoured the yard. After about two hours I was ready to concede that maybe it was somewhere else but Norm persisted.

    He was determined to find it for me! I went in the house to warm as it was a cold, windy day and Norm continued searchimg areas for a second time, when he heard the faint little sound from my dainty, thin ring.

    There it was! Thank.you so much Norm! The slogan is “You lost it, we’ll find it” and Norm did not stop until he found both rings.

    Call Norm because he WILL find it. So happy to have rings back!

  • Steve was super nice and very professional
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    Two days ago I lost my wedding ring doing yard work. It was my fathers wedding ring so it had double sentimental value. My wife and I were sad about losing it so I went out and bought a cheap metal detector and found a bunch of screws.

    I googled ring finders and found Steve. I couldn’t believe he would come all the way out to Thousand Oaks from Palos verde for a donation but he did and much to my surprise he found it in no less than one minute. i took him to the part of my yard where I was putting in stepping stones into some 1” gravel.

    I had used my metal detector down a 4 foot path of rocks and like I said, only found screws. His metal detector was much more sophisticated then mine and with it and his expertise found my ring almost instantly.

    He told me it has a certain tone for gold. I just couldn’t believe it. We are so happy. Steve was super nice and very professional. If you lose a ring or anything else metal, I highly recommend you call him.

  • Joe is a “magic man” with his metal detector
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    Joe is a “magic man” with his metal detector, his experience and his expertise, but more importantly, he is a kind, caring & wonderful man! His motivation and enthusiasm to help is not driven by fees or money 。。。he genuinely wants to help people recover lost items that have, for the owner, a deep sentimental value that often times is priceless! In my case, my wedding ring was intrinsically a piece of platinum but, spiritually, it was a symbol of a beautiful bond of love between myself and my wife Yasuyo. My ordeal began when I took my ring off off to apply sunscreen on my wife’s back while we were enjoying a beautiful day at Lanikai Beach. I forgot to put it back on 。。。we left the beach later in the day without my ring. The moment I realized I lost my ring I felt a sudden rush of sadness and desperation 。。。I could not think of anything but my lost ring 。。。I kept recalling the day Yasuyo slipped it on my finger 。。。I had to find my ring. Determined, I drove back to Lanikai Beach that evening with a flashlight, a strainer bucket and a hand shovel and searched for my ring for over an hour with no luck 。。。my search seemed futile. I left Lanikai dejected. Thinking of solutions on my drive home I thought I might be able to rent a metal detector and began searching the internet as soon as I arrived home. I checked a few sites with no luck then came upon Joe’s “Ring Finders” site and began reading 。。。the information and testimonials convinced me that Joe was my man. I called Joe at 8:30 the next morning and the next thing you know I’m meeting him at Lanikai Beach at 9:30. Talk about quick response time. He began searching the area as he describes and in less than ten minutes my wedding ring is back on my finger 。。。a feeling of relief and elation consumed me 。。。I was “bonded” with Yasuyo once again. I can’t describe my happiness and satisfaction 。。。overwhelmed. Joe shook my hand and took photos of the moment 。。。truly grateful to Joe Au-Franz. In parting Joe told me that “if anyone you know ever experiences a similar loss tell them to not give up 。。。tell them to call me 。。。I can find anything”! Amen Joe! By the way, I told Joe that I think he has the best job in the world

  • I couldn't be happier! I am so grateful! Thank you so much for finding my ring!
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    We had just celebrated our 10 year anniversary when I lost my wedding band and engagement ring. Well, I didn't loose it but my curious toddler with an affinity for shiny, sparkly objects did. In our back yard no less. I keep my wedding band and engagement ring in my jewelry box. I can't wear it to work, and after having my daughter and wrist surgery it doesn't fit. So it sits in the box.

    Well, my kiddo got a hold of my jewelry box and was playing with it on our patio. Everything was recovered. A few Alex and Ani bracelets, my grandfather's WWII dog tags and miraculously we found the engagement ring in the yard, but no wedding band. I'm not a jewelry girl by any means. So it's a good thing there wasn't much in it.

    After a few days of searching, me on my hands and knees looking through the grass (and this time of year where it just keeps growing and growing), and borrowing a family members metal detector (we have no clue what we were doing), we were unsuccessful. I decided to try my luck searching the Internet. I found theringfinders.com. Searched my area and found H. Connell Raate. I sent him and email and he replied the next day.

    He came over and no joking, found the ring within less than 10 min! I couldn't be happier! I am so grateful! Thank you so much for finding my ring!

    Thank you so much. Jessica

  • I am truly grateful for this incredible service!"
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    "TheRingFinders was able to recover my necklace buried in the sand in less than 5 minutes! I am truly grateful for this incredible service!"

    Best,

    Hillary

  • Did you lose your ring? Have no fear Tony Monti is here!
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    Attention Worcester and Metro West Area... Did you lose your ring? Have no fear Tony Monti is here! I lost my wedding band in my backyard doing yard work two summers ago. I searched on my own for days and finally gave up.

    Six + months later (after the winter and snow had come and gone) Tony came to my house after hearing of the loss, convinced he could find it. Sure enough, in a short period of time Tony had found my lost wedding band. Thanks Tony!

    Jay G

    Marlborough, MA

  • I would highly recommend contacting Ted for any water retrieval !
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    Ted was a very experienced diver and helped me find my lost metal weed cutter with his professional submersible metal detector within minutes. It was in deep water with no visibility and weeds. I was so relieved to have it retrieved as it is very sharp and was a danger to my family who swims in the area it was lost. I would highly recommend contacting Ted for any water retrieval !

    Leigh

  • You took up the challenge with a passion that surpasses description and exceeded expectations.
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    Dear Chris,

    Thanks kindly for your efforts in locating my wedding band. Christine and I had all but wrote it off, thinking that nobody would care much about a extremely worn ring. You took up the challenge with a passion that surpasses description and exceeded expectations. You were as genuinely happy as I was and I can’t thank you enough.

    Sincerely,

    DJ

  • I would strongly recommend Dave and I am so pleased that there is an organization out there like theringfinders.com
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    To say that I am grateful to have met Dave Cartee, would be the understatement of the year, or maybe the last 17 years to be exact.

    After spending a wonderful week with my wife and daughters on the beach in Perdido Key, Florida, you can imagine the sheer terror when I walked out of the Gulf on our last day there only to find that my wedding band was missing. It was a truly helpless feeling.

    Before going to dinner that night, I searched the Internet for stories about other guys who maybe had lost their wedding bands. It was just an effort to try to make me feel better.

    While doing the search, I ran on to theringfinders.com. It was there I met my new friend Dave. He listened to my story and instantly put me at ease. He gave me confidence that there was really a good chance he thought he could find my ring.

    Despite recently having had surgery, he still made himself available to try to help me out. You can imagine the sheer joy we experienced, while driving back to Illinois, in receiving the phone call that he had found my wedding band.

    It was truly a miracle! I have since told many people this story and they find it almost unbelievable. I would strongly recommend Dave and I am so pleased that there is an organization out there like theringfinders.com to help people in a truly desperate moment. I will be forever grateful.

    Jason Tompkins

  • I will definitely refer you to anyone in need of a little treasure hunting...
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    I want to thank you again for finding my almost-undetectable platinum and diamond earring stud! The thing was tiny, lost in my backyard, and barely gave any sound on any of your metal detectors. I thought it was gone for good -- my expectations were low. But you found it, buried among lots of other metal debris, in just under an hour!

    I will definitely refer you to anyone in need of a little treasure hunting. Thank you so much!

    Cheers,

    Laurissa Rembisz

    Woodinville, WA

  • Thanks for doing what you do.
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    Hey Steve,

    I am very fond of the necklace you recovered for me. Your immediate response and search in the middle of the night was exceptional, and the fact that you dropped it off at work for me the next day made the recovery process a breeze. Thanks for doing what you do.

    Cheers,

    David

  • "Thank you Jason! I can't be happier and more relieved!!
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    "Thank you Jason! I can't be happier and more relieved!! Jason responded to my email within one minute, then went hunting within 30 minutes. I initially had a lot of skepticism about the site and never thought my ring will actually turn in. But it DID!! Thank you for saving my day. This ring meant the world to me. If you ever need someone to find your jewelry, call Jason Anderson! Highly recommended!" - Melody Peng

  • "Just when you think recovery is impossible, Jason Anderson came through with a MIRACLE! Don’t give up hope!
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    "Just when you think recovery is impossible, Jason Anderson came through with a MIRACLE! Don’t give up hope!

    After slipping into the surf launching my kayak, my wedding band slipped off my finger. I didn’t realize for about 5 hours. Upon realizing and returning to the beach, I found, to my terror, that the place I had launched from was under about 8 feet of water now. In that moment I had all but given up. Nonetheless, I rented a metal detector the following day and spent 3 hours searching. Jason and another awesome ring finder reached out to me for info on the missing ring. The first gentleman was unable to locate the ring (but was incredibly nice and put a solid effort in searching!). Jason was able to go search FIVE DAYS after the ring was lost. After only a couple of hours, Jason FOUND MY RING! I had given up hope after 5 days of high and low tide crashing in and out and shuffling the ring around in the surf. DON’T GIVE UP HOPE! Your item CAN BE FOUND. Jason was unbelievably

    cool and even brought the ring to my doorstep. I can’t thank him (and the first ring finder) enough! I can’t recommend him enough! Thanks Jason, it means more than you could ever know!" Jerod Beeson

  • So to you Mr. Donald Oreilley (my angel) I say THANK YOU
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    I have always said there are angels walking among us and if we pay

    attention you will even see them or get to meet them, I met one while on a

    well- deserved family vacation to Puerto Rico So to make a long story

    short I will tell you how I met my angel.

    On Thursday 08/03 we decided to go to a beach in San Juan Isla Verde,

    beautiful beach but the waves were strong, crashing hard enough to pull

    you. And in a blink of an eye I lost my wedding rings. Yes I did and in

    the water. Waves after waves crashing in, so after the shock of them

    coming off my finger THEN came the tears and nothing was going to make me

    feel better but to have my rings back. I kind of turned into to Smeagol

    from Lord of the Rings when he lost his PRECIOUS. Yes that was me I lost

    my precious. My husband said not to worry he can get me another one bigger

    and better, but I don’t want bigger and better I want the original one,

    because the sentimental value is PRICELESS. Unable to sleep, toss and

    turning on Saturday night I was reading and looking for info online and

    maybe I would actually fall asleep, to keep me from thinking that I will

    soon leave P.R. without my rings, but I found this page TheRingFinders

    I thought to myself REALLY, was this a sign, maybe the light

    at the end of this dark place I was in. I sent an email and called Sunday

    morning. Spoke to Donald Oreilley explained where I was, what happened

    and prayed for a miracle. This is my angel. Donald Oreilley, the person

    who went out to this beach and after hours of looking he actually found

    one of my rings, my engagement ring after 4 days in the ocean with those

    waves crashing hard. God is good, the power of prayer and my angel who

    was able to give me back part of my precious. So to you Mr. Donald

    Oreilley (my angel) I say THANK YOU and I will always be grateful for what

    you did and I have faith that you will find the other ring.

  • I am still in total shock that this amazing man found my husband's ring!
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    I am still in total shock that this amazing man found my husband's ring! When we got home from vacation, I thought to check if maybe somebody had found the ring and posted it online. Knowing this was extremely unlikely and having complete doubt that this had actually happened, I saw no harm in searching anyway. So I searched "ring found Cherry Grove, N Myrtle Beach". And the Ring Finders page resulted in my search. I clicked on it because it sounded interesting. I couldn't believe these awesome people even exist as I read through the webpage. So I gave it a whirl, searched the area where our ring was lost, and Jim's name popped up. Well, he told you the rest of the story from there

  • we are eternally gratefully to Rick
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    My wife’s family has been spending summer’s in Chatham since she was a little girl and now I look forward to the annual trip…but last year turned into quite the adventure. We were at Hardings Beach and I was in the water throwing a football with my father-in-law and brother-in-law. All of sudden, I looked down and noticed my wedding band was gone. Mallory and I have been married a little over a year and my wedding band was custom made by a local jeweler in the small town where we met. It was incredibly special to me and I was devastated to have lost it.

    Once I realized the ring was lost, the whole family was in the water feeling around with hands and feet to find the ring. A whole bunch of crab bites later, we gave up and I emailed the jeweler letting them know I was going to need a replacement. As I was searching online to see if I could find a place to post about the lost ring in case someone found it one day, I came across Rick’s website. Within 5 minutes of sending him an email, he called me and said he would be at Hardings Beach that night. I called Mallory to tell her about Rick and let’s say she was skeptical!

    Even just in our phone conversations, I was blown away by Rick’s generosity and good will. The fact that he would spend the night walking the beach in low tide looking for my ring was incredible. His selflessness and desire to help others is truly overwhelming.

    Rick didn’t find the ring that first night out, but told me he’d be back at the beach that afternoon for low tide. Mallory and I needed to head home, but my father-in-law and brother-in-law met him at the beach that afternoon and they had the ring in their hands within 30 minutes. My brother-in-law called me while I was driving home and I couldn’t believe the news.

    While having my wedding band spend a night in the Atlantic Ocean is quite the story, we are eternally gratefully to Rick for delivering the happy ending!

  • Thanks Mark!! :) You saved me a lot of money and hassle!
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    Shoutout to Mark Rubey!

    I had buried my phone and keys in a plastic bag and marked the spot with my towel as I went swimming in the ocean. The hide tide was coming in, and someone moved my towel trying to be nice. When I came out of the water, the tide had already covered the spot where I buried my keys and phone. I was in a panic, since I didn't have any way of getting home without them!

    I spent an hour digging around in the sand in the area I thought I buried it, but with the water coming in and no exact idea of where I buried it, I couldn't find them. I gave them up for lost and went home.

    When I realized the price of rekeying my car, I knew I had to try again!! I found theringfinders.com the next day via a google search ("how to find keys buried in the sand") and gave Mark a call.

    He braved the traffic to come out and help me search bright and early around 8am. I showed him the general area of where I thought I buried it and viola! He was able to do what I could not!

    He found my phone and keys in probably under thirty minutes, despite the fact that they had been lost overnight. My phone even still worked! Thanks Mark!! :) You saved me a lot of money and hassle!

    Thanks again!

    Elisebeth

  • Ring Finders rescued our broken hearts and our lost wedding ring.
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    My interest in reaching out to you is to show our appreciation for Ring Finders. First, we want to thank Ring Finders. Secondly, we appreciate our Ring Finder Chuck Raison. We want to show others our appreciation, testimony, and tell of another wonderful story.

    Ring Finders rescued our broken hearts and our lost wedding ring. And, even though it's been nearly 24 hours ago, we remain overjoyed with what has taken place.

    Thank you.

    Felix & Jennifer

  • Paul was a life saver!
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    Paul was a life saver! When I felt the ring come off my hand in the lake, I thought for sure it was gone forever. After my friends and I searched for over an hour as best we could in the sand below and came up empty,

    I had no hopes of ever finding my ring again. I count my lucky stars that I found Paul and within an hour after sending him an email, he had his plans in place to find my ring. In less than 24 hours, my ring was recovered and I breathed a huge sigh of relief!

    I live in Chicago, so Paul even went the extra mile to carefully ship my ring back to me, after traveling to Lake Geneva and gearing up to go underwater to help locate my missing ring. I can’t say enough how great this whole experience was…well, I mean…losing the ring in the first place wasn’t great, but Paul sure was!

  • Thank You Richard – MY SAVIOUR!
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    Thank You Richard – MY SAVIOUR! Amidst the moment when i was feeling hopeless, useless, devastated i found this saviour who was so spontaneous that he reached the desired venue within 2 hours with all the equipments. He didn’t show any hesitation to jump into the cold water and look for the ring.. He kept us optimistic and we just believed in him and YES HE FOUND IT!!!!

    Without him I would be still living with a deep regret.. A man i would never forget in my life and will always be grateful for..

    Thank you Richard, God bless you & Will see you at my wedding!

  • Steve is amazing, an expert at what he does
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    Steve truly saved the day — after losing my wedding band just before the ceremony, my husband’s 8 year old god-daugther so sweetly offered me her ring.

    The next morning I typed “lost wedding ring” into google and found Ringfinders and Steve. I emailed him and he got back to me within the hour (it was early) and made plans to come to our house later that morning. I was grateful for how quickly he responded. Once he got to work, he told me there was a lot of metal in the ground, making the search more difficult. After he had been searching for about an hour, I began to think it must have fallen beneath our deck and there would be no way to find it or retrieve it without pulling up the deck. I asked Steve if we should call off the search and he said he wasn’t ready to give up. I went back in the house, and had even called the jeweler to ask if they had a replacement ring in stock. A little while later Steve got my attention and I asked him if we should call off the search. He said “yes …. because I found the ring!” and a bright smile came across his face as I screamed “JEFF HE FOUND IT !!!!” I really couldn’t believe it — I was so surprised and thrilled! Steve is amazing, an expert at what he does, and he so clearly loves doing this - finding people’s treasures for them… You can see that the joy he brings to people is for him, priceless. From the bottom of my heart, thank you Steve !

  • It is amazing how God answered my prayers and led me to this wonderful man that found my ring.
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    Today we are leaving sunny CA and I had a remarkable experience while here that I have to share. Last Monday we were at Redondo beach, having a wonderful time running around on the beach and catching waves. About an hour into our beach fun Tyler and I were knee deep in the surf when a big wave caught us and dragged my wedding ring off my finger. It was one of the worst feelings I have ever had in my life. My heart sunk as I told Tyler to go back up to where Dad was and I proceeded to start frantically looking for it, knowing it was like looking for a needle in a haystack especially since we were in the water and it was high tide. I was so scared to tell Tony, but of course I had to. Plus I needed his help to find it. I hugged him and told him what happened and he was so calm. He tracked down a guy with a metal detector who had been scanning the beach for treasures (after all, he had found a spoon earlier while we were there

  • This dude found my ring less than 4 hours after it fell off. That is unbelievable!
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    I lost my wedding ring in the Atlantic Ocean this afternoon at 1:45pm.

    Unfortunately, Donna asked if I wanted her to hold it for me on the walk down and I said something to the effect of, “Nah. It’s not going to fall off.”

    So about 2 minutes in the water and it falls off. I never felt that attached to it other than it being my wedding ring. Until I lost it and I felt terrible. Maybe some of that was the feeling that Donna somehow knew that it was going to happen. We looked for awhile but there was no way we were finding it. Every bump on the floor turned out to be a rock or shell. I paced around for a little bit and then decided just to go home. Then I wondered if there was a site I could post a photo of my ring just in case someone ever found it.

    That’s when I stumbled on theringfinders.com. I sent a message on Facebook (2:45pm) and about 5 minutes later, John Favano sent me his phone number to give him a call. At 3:07pm (just checked my phone log) we briefly talked. So now, I was waiting on a guy that may or may not show up and may or may not find a wedding ring in THE Atlantic Ocean if and when he got here. Then, my phone rings, John says that he is at the beach and to come meet him. We are off to a good start all things considered.

    All week, we were talking about how small the beach has become over the years but walking over the dune I never remember it seeming so big. There was no chance we were finding it. At least when it is lost for good, I will have the satisfaction that I at least I tried everything I could think of. Donna and I are at the beach with John pointing out where I am pretty sure I lost it. Thanks to the dude that made sand dolphins btw.

    John is walking a grid from the beach all the way into the water about chest deep. From the beach into the water…back to the beach and then back into the water. He stopped to dig a few times but nothing. Then he looks up and asks me what my ring looks like. This dude found my ring less than 4 hours after it fell off.

    That is unbelievable! Call John Favano!

  • My husband and I are beyond thrilled with Paul Humphrey’s dedicated search to finding my husband’s wedding band
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    My husband and I are beyond thrilled with Paul Humphrey’s dedicated search to finding my husband’s wedding band in Lake Winnebago.

    Paul went above and beyond our expectations, coming back a second time to scour the area that he wasn’t able to search the first time around. As far as customer service goes, Paul gets our highest accolades.

    Thank you again Paul for generously donating your time to find my husband’s wedding band!

    Brooke – Oshkosh, WI

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are an absolute hero for me Sir.
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    It was always hard for me to believe people like Jason Bontrager still exist. I have never seen such a kind hearted, helpful and selfless person ever in my life. I feel very much blessed, fortunate and lucky to get to know Jason via Jim Wren.

    I don’t know how should I thank him when I almost lost all my hopes on finding my ring. It is a huge lake and it seemed unbelievable to me to find it again. Jason made that impossible possible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are an absolute hero for me Sir. Stay happy, stay blessed.

  • If you ever need someone to find your jewelry, call Jason! Highly recommended!
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    "Just when you think recovery is impossible, Jason Anderson came through with a MIRACLE! Don’t give up hope!

    After slipping into the surf launching my kayak, my wedding band slipped off my finger. I didn’t realize for about 5 hours. Upon realizing and returning to the beach, I found, to my terror, that the place I had launched from was under about 8 feet of water now. In that moment I had all but given up.

    Nonetheless, I rented a metal detector the following day and spent 3 hours searching. Jason and another awesome ring finder reached out to me for info on the missing ring. The first gentleman was unable to locate the ring (but was incredibly nice and put a solid effort in searching!). Jason was able to go search FIVE DAYS after the ring was lost.

    After only a couple of hours, Jason FOUND MY RING! I had given up hope after 5 days of high and low tide crashing in and out and shuffling the ring around in the surf. DON’T GIVE UP HOPE! Your item CAN BE FOUND.

    Jason was unbelievably cool and even brought the ring to my doorstep. I can’t thank him (and the first ring finder) enough! I can’t recommend him enough! Thanks Jason, it means more than you could ever know!" Jerod Beeson

    "Thank you Jason! I can't be happier and more relieved!! Jason responded to my email within one minute, then went hunting within 30 minutes. I initially had a lot of skepticism about the site and never thought my ring will actually turn in. But it DID!! Thank you for saving my day. This ring meant the world to me. If you ever need someone to find your jewelry, call Jason! Highly recommended!" - Melody Peng

  • Jim was WONDERFUL!! Do not hesitate to call him.
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    True story. Jim was WONDERFUL!! Do not hesitate to call him. I only wish I had called him the day it happened so we didn't spend a whole day of our vacation looking for the ring!

  • I applaud Sean's professionalism, passion and determination.
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    When I realized I lost my wedding band at a farm at Margaret River, I was devastated and pretty much gave up all hope of finding it. I turned to Google for some emotional support (and found that statistically many husbands lose their rings because we are just more careless); then I found TheRingFinders and Sean from Perth.

    Best decision ever. I am so glad I enlisted Sean's help to find the ring. He did so in systematic manner after understanding the routes I took at the farm. I was overjoyed when he called to inform me that he had found it 24 hours before I left the country. It was truly a miracle, given that Sean did it under some very harsh weather. I applaud Sean's professionalism, passion and determination.

    Thank you so much once again!

  • If you don't think it's possible to find your lost ring (like me) Dave and Cale will make you a believer!
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    Thank you Dave and Cale!

    I was on vacation with my family in orange beach. We were playing football in the surf (and I made the mistake of not taking my wedding ring off) it popped right off into the water. We searched for roughly an hour to no prevail. I had read on Reddit awhile back about people who specifically look for lost jewelry, but never thought that I would need it. I wasn't sure it was possible since it was "in the surf". So I googled and gave Dave a call (since he was the only one who appeared to have an "aquatic" metal detector) thinking it was a HUGE long shot. Well Dave, and his son Cale, came to the rescue. When he answered the phone I was trying to explain how I didn't think it was findable/possible and thanks for his time, but he assured me that he WOULD find it, and to relax. Dave and Cale came out and found it in about 30 minutes! I was in shock, and so was everyone else on the beach! Dave and Cale I can't thank y'all enough! Not only are these guys selfless, but some of the nicest (most confident) people I have EVER met. If you don't think it's possible to find your lost ring (like me) Dave and Cale will make you a believer! I know this might sound like a infomercial, but it was Utterly amazing!

    Thanks Dave! and Tell Cale I said he's the man!

    Thanks,

    Josh Thorne

  • “We thought the ring was gone forever
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    “We thought the ring was gone forever and that the website [theringfinders.com] was a scam, but Paul proved us wrong within a matter of hours. We will forever be grateful and keeping his number on file!”

    Ashley

  • I can recommend Paul without reservation to anyone who has lost a wedding ring.
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    I can recommend Paul without reservation to anyone who has lost a wedding ring. From our first communications, I could tell he had a sincere and honest approach to solving such a puzzle. It was a pleasure to work with him, and I could not be happier that he was able to find my long lost rings!” Peter – Cambridge, WI

  • I always say that I believe there are Angels among us and Mr. Fry is definitely one of them.
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    After losing my ring last Monday, I was devastated but also so mad at myself!! I searched with my neighbors for hours that evening and we had no luck. On Tuesday evening I decided to look at the lost and found through craigslist and came across the Ring Finders. Mr. Fry was so nice and willing to walk miles to try and locate my ring.

    He was also very willing to let me join in the search, even though I had never worked a metal detector before. While we searched and searched for almost 3 hours I can honestly say that I was about to give up hope. I was getting so tired, hot and exhausted. It was at that moment Mr. Fry walked across the street to where I was, came up to me (serious as can be) he asked if I thought we had given it the all American try (in my head I was thinking, this guy has had enough and he is ready to go home) he then asked if I believed in miracles and held my ring up!!

    I started shaking and had instant tears rolling down my cheeks!! Of course I hugged him and thank him over and over. It had been missing for 5 days with tons of rain!! I was sure that my ring was gone forever, thank god I was wrong. I always say that I believe there are Angels among us and Mr. Fry is definitely one of them.

  • So if you have lost a ring and are in the Pensacola area, give Dave a call ASAP!
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    Just want to say thanks to Dave for helping us out. We think my wife’s ring fell off in the ocean. At the time we combed the beach as best as we could.

    We left Perdido Key with out the ring. When we got back I did some searching online, found The Ring Finders, and decided to give Dave a call. He was friendly and very generous with his time. He took a detailed account of our story.

    That day he was out in search for it but unfortunately was unable to find it. We feel between the tides and storms, the ring was no longer remotely close to where we had been. I wish we would have called him sooner and likely would have had a different outcome. So if you have lost a ring and are in the Pensacola area, give Dave a call ASAP!

  • Simply amazing! We are forever grateful for Jeff's services."
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    "I called Jeff on Thursday afternoon after I had lost my rings on Monday morning at Capistrano Beach. He and I discussed the location and his schedule.

    He called me back later that night and let me know that he had rearranged his schedule so he could meet me at 7am at Capistrano Beach.

    On Friday morning, he left Claremont at 4:30am to arrive at Capistrano Beach by 6:15am. When my husband and I, plus our 2 children arrived at 7am, he had already found the ring. Simply amazing! We are forever grateful for Jeff's services."

  • This guys a pretty amazing dude!!
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    "Philip Neiswander

    Seriously had pretty much given up hope of my tungsten wedding band being found! I found Jim though the Ring Finders website and he found it in less then 10 minutes of searching! This guys a pretty amazing dude!! Thanks so much Jim!"

  • Thanks so very much for taking the time and for being our hero
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    Dave

    Thanks so much for your time and help in finding my wedding ring which I now understand was your first official find. My wife and I were in Pensacola for a week of fun and beach time with some friends.

    While swimming out in the gulf in about chest deep water I made the comment to a friend Tim that my wedding ring was really tight on my finger. I was attempting to pull the ring over my knuckle when I dropped the ring in the water. We looked for the ring for some time, but to no avail.

    Tim went to get some goggles and I gave some strict instructions not to tell Julie, but of course as soon as she saw Tim getting the goggles she began to ask what are y’all looking for. After some more searching and no luck finding the ring I had to confess that I had lost my wedding ring.

    After several hours I walked over to our RV to check on the dog. While I was gone Tim noticed a man out in the water with a metal detector he approaches the gentleman and explains that a friend had lost my wedding ring earlier in the day. That man was Dave Cartee. Dave tells Tim that he is with TheRingFinders and that he “WILL find my ring”. Tim shows Dave where we were in the water and tells him that some 4 or 5 hours have passed. Dave goes out into the water, searches and locates my wedding ring.

    Thanks so very much for taking the time and for being our hero that day. Dave tells us that “every ring has a story and when a ring is lost the story stops it his mission to locate the ring so the story can continue”.

    My story continues I got my wedding ring back and Julie and I will celebrate 25 years of marriage soon. Thanks again Dave Cartee

    Kelly

  • I wish I had known about Dave Mac Donald and Ringfinders
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    I wish I had known about Dave Mac Donald and Ringfinders months ago. My engagement/wedding rings were lost on the beach just before Thanksgiving. Less than a week later sand was shifted by bulldozers and pipes were laid to begin dredging the harbor. We also have had the worst rain to hit the area in a decade. I tried several times on my own with a friend to go over the area with a metal detector, to no avail. I was feeling really disappointed and crushed that this cherished symbol of love and marriage that I intended to pass down to my granddaughter was lost forever. But I was having a hard time accepting the reality of that fact.

    More than six months later I thought I would make one more desperate attempt and posted an ad. While I was nervous about what kind of person might respond, I was blessed that Dave found my ad and offered to help. I am a firm believer that "God does not close a door without opening a window"'. Dave and his helper came down to the beach, made a huge grid of the area and set off to work. I was uplifted and hopeful that they were also Christians and we prayed for God's help. After they conducted a methodic and thorough search for hours, it was determined that maybe the ring was too deep in the sand and might require more sensitive equipment. Dave acquired the equipment and searched again. He put tremendous effort into finding my ring, but unfortunately, it has not been recovered. Yet. There is a possibility that the ring settled a few feet below where it was lost (which I understand is common), but due to the build up of several feet of sand during this time of year, it may still be hidden there. Dave has assured me that he will keep on the quest as conditions change. I hope it may yet be found. It may be a few months or a year, or maybe never. But I feel as though every effort was made, and will be made, on my behalf. It has lightened the load on my heart a little.

    There are other things in life and family that mean more. I am grateful that God brought Dave to me. He has been a blessing. I hope to hear from him again someday with the news that he has found my ring. But even if that never happens, at least I know we did all that we could. And I have a good man praying for my family and I.

    Thank you,

    Cathie Schmalholz

  • This guys a pretty amazing dude!! Thanks so much Jim!"
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    Seriously had pretty much given up hope of my tungsten wedding band being found! I found Jim though the Ring Finders website and he found it in less then 10 minutes of searching! This guys a pretty amazing dude!! Thanks so much Jim!"

  • May your heart always be full from the joy that you bring to others
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    I will not forget last night for a long time to come... I am so grateful for you and all you do. May your heart always be full from the joy that you bring to others..

  • Thank you so much for your quick response to my call
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    Thank you so much for your quick response to my call and for finding my wedding band immediately. I can’t express how much I appreciate your willingness to travel, on a holiday, to my home 45 minutes away, to help me find it. Thanks again” Valerie – Fontana, WI

  • Completely discouraged, I dropped to my knees and combed through the soggy clumps of freshly cut grass
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    "My wife of six months and I left for my brother’s house, and a family barbecue, when we realized I had forgotten to put my wedding band on after showering. We ended up turning back for the ring. Fast-forward to several hours later, after the friend chicken and potato salad had been consumed, after my brother proposed to his girlfriend in front of our family and friends (she said yes), after the first brief thunderstorm, and before the second,

    I went into the fenced yard to supervise a water balloon fight with the kids. I hadn’t planned on getting wet, but my nephews attacked me and I ended up getting into the action. When we were all back on the patio, drying off as thunder boomed in the distance, I looked down and realized my ring was missing.

    Despite the downpour, the crew rushed back into the grass. A family member had videotaped the balloon fight, so my wife and a few others turned detective and looked through slide by slide trying to detect when the ring had come off. They managed to learn that I still had it on after getting hit by the balloons, but two minutes later, when I was up by the fence line, it wasn’t on my finger.

    Completely discouraged, I dropped to my knees and combed through the soggy clumps of freshly cut grass and raked my nails over dirt and god knows what else (they have a dog and we’d brought our puppy for the day).After an hour of searching, our shivering and drenched crew called it a night. It was getting dark and we were out of optimism.

    I drove the thirty minutes home, furious. By the time I got inside and changed, I hugged my wife and cried. That ring was the ring she gave me when we promised to love each other for all eternity. It was the single most precious item I owned, and it was gone.

    My wife immediately got to work. She researched ways to find rings in grass, or outside, and a number of other things when she found this website and zeroed in on Jon. Feeling guilty, she’d admit to me later, she dialed his number not caring that it was 10pm, or a holiday weekend. After they connected, Jon agreed—much to our delight—to come out the next day, on Memorial Day.

    We met with Jon back at my soon to be sister-in-laws and explained where we believed to have lost the ring. He spent thirty minutes going over the area, but didn’t turn up the ring. Figuring it must have come off during the action and traveled a ways, he went to look on the other side of the fence and found the ring within ten minutes.

    We really enjoyed hearing his stories afterward and getting to know him. This is his passion, and it’s an honorable one. The fact that he was willing, even eager, to take our late-night call and come out on a holiday speaks to his integrity. We kindly hope we never have a need for his service again, but if we do, we know we’re in good hands."

    Sincerely,

    Samantha

  • So many people are amazed that this service is available
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    Thank you for your help finding my ring. This without a doubt is a topic of conversation. So many people are amazed that this service is available. I may not have given you a testimony right away. However, between my wife and myself we have told many people. I am still amazed that you found my ring after our entire soccer team, parents included looked for several hours during the pool party between games. The entire team is having a difficult time believing that the ring flew as far as it did. You should post the picture of where you found it online.

    Thanks again! I can’t relay how much this means to have my original wedding ring.

    Scott Anderson

  • Thank you so much Norm!!!!!!
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    Thank you so much Norm!!!!!! Nothing can express how happy I am with my ring on my finger! Also your such an amazing person that has a positive personality haha! I’m so thankful that you helped me!

  • Thank you theringfinders and thank you Mike — you are amazing!
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    Hello!

    I wanted to reach out to let you guys know how grateful I am for Mike McInroe! What a blessing he is. Our lost ring story begins 33 years ago when my mother was pregnant with me. Due to the swelling she wasn’t able to wear her wedding ring anymore and being from the poor midwest, she felt awful not having her ring on and being pregnant.

    Despite their financial situation my father came home one day with a new, larger ring so she would have something to wear while she was pregnant. It wasn’t much but it meant the world to my mother! She decided while she was pregnant with me that one day she would give it to me or my spouse to wear when we were expecting our own. 33 years later, that day finally came.

    While she was visiting us for our baby shower in Orlando from the cold of Minnesota she brought the ring to give to my wife and to share that story with her. Heartbreakingly she never got the chance. The day she decided to give it to my wife we were all fishing off our dock in the canal. My mother was wearing the ring on her pinky finger and when she went to cast the rod–she dropped her precious ring of 33 years into the muddy water.

    Needless to say my mother was heartbroken– as was I for her! I searched in the water for an hour or two, to no avail, bringing up bucket after bucket of mud in a hopeless search. Meanwhile my wife was laughing at me–having no idea why in the world I would be in the water and having no idea about the ring or the family story.

    We did not find the ring and my mother flew home to Minnesota heart broken. (A few weeks later she bought and mailed us a ring that looked similar, feeling it was all she could do.) I was determined to find that ring!

    In my search to figure out how to build a pump and dredge system to dredge and sift the mud, I found theringfinders.com while searching for “How to find a ring underwater.” I emailed Mike on a Friday morning and by that evening we had a time set for the following day.

    The next morning I explained to Mike how the ring had been lost 4 weeks prior and showed him the dock and where we thought it might be. He said a little prayer as he climbed down the ladder into the canal and began his search.

    About 20 minutes later we heard the wonderful buzzing of his metal detector, picking up a strong signal. A couple of muddy scoops later and with a huge grin on his face, he pulled the ring out of his muddy sifter.

    Mike was an amazing spirit and a blessing to come and find our lost ring. We had our baby just a few short days after finding the ring and I can’t wait to surprise my mother when she comes down to meet the baby and to find out we found her ring–the ring she had been holding for 33 years!

    Thank you theringfinders and thank you Mike — you are amazing! Sincerely, Jared”

    So glad to help you Jared and congratulations on the birth of your precious little one!

    Mike McInroe–willing and ready to help you find your lost item!! Call or e-mail me ASAP!

  • The world needs more people like you!!
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    I just wanted to write and say than you for the time you spent looking for my son’s wedding ring!! You all are awesome, and Jim could not say enough wonder things about all of you. We live in Wisconsin, and weren’t able to help him when he called and told us! The world needs more people like you!! God bless each of you. Your website is awesome to read. Continued success in making people smile…….you did for us and renewed our faith in humanity!! ☺

  • Your tenacity is amazing!
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    Thanks Norm! I must say when Stan called you, I was not very hopeful. The article he had read in the Gazette a few months ago convinced him to give it a try. Knowing what I do now, I would recommend you to anyone.

    Your tenacity is amazing! Despite the rainy windy weather, you continued to search long after I went inside, becoming more and more convinced that my ear ring had probably gone down the drain. I’m glad you decided to give it another try the next day. Thank you so much.

  • Many thanks for your kindness, encouragement and helping me believe in miracles.
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    Dear Stan,

    I can’t express my thanks to you for your assistance in helping find my wedding ring. I have had it (and my husband) for over 35 years and was devastated to lose it. You came to Seal Beach right away and began your search. Although you did not find it with your skillful eye and metal detector, you helped me in not losing faith that it may show up somewhere. I searched the neighborhood, trash (uck) and my house up and down for two days. This morning, my eye glanced to an open cubby in our bathroom and it was sitting there on the second shelf smiling at me. That is a space where it would have not reason to be either by purpose or accident. Stan, you said you believe in miracles - I am now one of those believers.

    Many thanks for your kindness, encouragement and helping me believe in miracles. Although the ring is just a “thing”, it made me reflect on the meaning of possessions and the true gift is the spirit with which we receive.

    Thank you again!

    Best regards,

    Sandi

  • We are incredibly blessed to have found John.
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    We are incredibly blessed to have found John. He’s not only a gentleman, but he’s also super talented and knows his craft. We knew the vicinity of where I misplaced my ring, but it took less than 5 mins for John to recover it. It was unbelievable – I’m still in shock!

  • You did a very thorough search and we were rewarded with success.
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    Jon,

    You did a great job today! I was very stressed after having lost this ring, and clearly was in the dog house at home. I deserved it (I guess).

    I appreciate your availability and willingness to come to my home on relatively short notice. Watching your search process was very interesting, and it was clear that you have strong discipline in your process. You did a very thorough search and we were rewarded with success.

    Great job, and thanks so much for helping me find the way out of the “dog house” after a week. I enjoyed talking with you afterward, and hope you continue to have great success in your future.

  • Angels come in many forms and I feel truly blessed to have encountered such an amazing and generous soul.
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    My wife and I would like to thank you so much for finding my lost wedding ring. After getting out of the ocean at Zuma Beach I completely forgot that I had put my ring inside my wetsuit.

    I stripped off my wetsuit while standing in very deep sand despite all kinds of instinctual internal voices telling me that I should be peeling on a better surface. Hours later my wife asked me how my surf session was and I realized that I had no ring on.

    The evening had set and I knew that I was going to be unable to seek out my ring. Fortunately my good friend Dave volunteered the next day to put some energy into trying to find what truly was a needle in a haystack. After his searching and scooping the area that I hoped I had dropped my ring, I had given up.

    Then Dave asked, "What about Ring Finders.com?" A few minutes later I was speaking to Steve who generously volunteered to go to Zuma Beach after he finished a search in Venice for a misplaced phone. It took Steve less than 5 minutes to find my ring nearly a foot beneath the surface of the sand.

    Angels come in many forms and I feel truly blessed to have encountered such an amazing and generous soul.

    My ring is a matching ring to my wife's and it's loss would have been sad.We have always told our 2 children that they will each inherit one so thank you, thank you, thank you,

    The Kincaid Family

  • Joe Au-Franz: Hero of our honeymoon!
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    Joe Au-Franz: Hero of our honeymoon! After snorkeling around the waters where I lost my ring for over and hour, my wife and I thought all hope was lost! On a lark I did an internet search, found Joe and the rest is history! If you think there is ANY chance of finding your lost ring (or maybe even if you don’t!), give Joe a call he will amaze you! You can tell he loves the hunt and really wants to help you out!

  • Thank you again for doing the, what I thought, impossible.
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    "Jim,

    Thank you again for doing the, what I thought, impossible. The ring has a lot of sentimental value, and I am really happy to have it back.

    Wish you good luck in finding the next lost ring.

    Kristina"

  • I’d been good about resisting crying up until this point,
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    I flew into LA for a long weekend. On Sunday I decided to go to the beach. Before I left the hotel, I very intentionally decided to wear my wedding band but not engagement ring out that day. I was travelling without my husband and wanted to make sure I looked married.

    I jumped on the bus, grabbed a drink at Starbucks, and made my way to the ocean. I put on sunscreen. I sent happy pictures to my family. I popped in earbuds and was basking in the sun. I absentmindedly touched my left thumb to my ring finger. No wedding band!

    I sat up very carefully. I combed the beach with my fingers. Then I gently pushed the sand to the side with my palm. A person nearby came over and started to help me – really pushing the sand away to try and uncover the ring. We searched for over half an hour. No ring to be found.

    I returned to the apartment, certain that the ring was lost. A day passed. Two days later a friend chided me to be more active in trying to get the ring back. I called the bus company. No ring. I went back to Starbucks. No ring. A third day passed. Late that night a friend encouraged me to check CraigsList lost and found. No ring, but a picture of a guy with a metal detector.

    I dropped a message to my husband (still at home, but with a Craigslist account) – “Can you contact this guy?” I gave my rough location for him to pass on– a cardinal direction and a life tower number. I sent along a vague aerial map with an arrow pointing to a stretch of sand. I described my ring – it’s practically a hollow dime – 3mm wide and tiny – a size 4. I went to bed.

    I woke up in the morning and saw a text message from my husband. “Call him – his name is Steve.” I spoke with Steve. I was scheduled to get on a plane back home that morning and we agreed it was probably best for me to get on the plane versus meeting him on the beach.

    Before I boarded the plane, Steve sent a picture of the beach. It had been groomed the night before – smooth sand. I saw even less probability of a recovery. I powered down my phone for the flight.

    I landed at home in Seattle. I fired up my phone as soon as we touched down. I saw an image had been delivered, but it took a moment to download. The image pushed through – It was Steve’s hand, palm up, sand in the background. In the palm, of course, my platinum, hollow dime of a wedding band.

    I’d been good about resisting crying up until this point, but I gasped and started crying when I saw this image. I called my husband, “Is that my ring?!” In retrospect, I am fairly certain the men sitting on either side of me on the plane thought they witnessed me being proposed to. In reality, I didn’t cry 8 years ago when my husband proposed. I reserved the tears for the moment that Steve presented me with the ring.

    Less than a day after landing, the ring arrived via secure post, courtesy of Steve, was back on my finger. For good!

  • . I can attest to this event, and I am a witness that The Ring Finders is legit.
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    On Sunday, April 30, 2017 I lost my diamond stud earring in the grass at Eternal Valley Cemetery. My little brother accidentally took it off my ear and it fell somewhere. We looked for two days but we couldn't find it.

    On Monday, May 1, 2017 that night I searched up on google "how to find an earring in the grass" and that's where I found out about this website called, The Ring Finders. I read through the website and it said something about someone being able to find their diamond stud earring, in the grass with the help of whoever is in charge of this website.

    I looked for more information and then I read a name. Steve. And so I assumed that he was in charge of this website. And I was right. His number was there, so I tried calling him. We arranged a meeting for the next day, May 2, 2017 and that's on a Wednesday. At 3pm. At first, I was hesitant.

    Although I've read his blogs about him being able to help some people, I was still a little worried. I thought, would he really be able to help us look for my earring? Because I know we've looked for two days and we didn't find it.

    But I took my chances. I knew that diamond earring had a sentimental value to me, so I just hoped he would be able to help us. And he did! It took him an hour and I almost thought he would never find it, but he did. He found it. We were all so happy. My parents, and especially me. It was really unexpected, but with the help of Steve and his equipments, my earring was found. I can attest to this event, and I am a witness that The Ring Finders is legit.

    Sincerely,

    Lauren Arcillas

  • We highly recommend Steve
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    We were looking forward to spending a day at the beach and had a great time there. However, after driving 3 hours home, my husband realized his ring was missing. We had pretty much just accepted that we wouldn't be getting the ring back because for all we knew the ocean could have taken it anywhere!

    After going to bed, I just couldn't sleep thinking about it and started to research of our insurance policy would cover the lost ring. In my searches, the Ring Finder website came up and I clicked on it out if curiosity.

    After reading Steve's testimonials, I read about another couple who had lost their ring in the water. This gave me some hope, so I sent Steve an email late at night figuring we had nothing to lose! I was surprised when he emailed back right away, volunteering to go look for it the very next day. I kept checking my email the next day to see if we had anything from Steve, and a few hours after he started looking for it, we received a picture of the recovered ring!

    We were BEYOND happy and grateful for the work he put into finding it! We highly recommend Steve if you're reading this wondering if you should contact him. The sentimental value of things like this can't be replaced, and he is such a genuine person to work with! He was so kind during the whole process and even volunteered to meet us closer to our home to save us some of the drive. He is very professional - the ring was even returned to us in a little jewelry box! I can't say how happy I am enough that we have the ring back. Steve offers a great service and you can tell he really cares about helping people recover their valuable and sentimental items. God bless you, Steve! We are so so grateful!

  • I am eternally thankful to Connell for his amazing talent in his hobby and for his perseverance.
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    I lost a platinum ring during the summer of 2006 within the large fields of a Cornell University recreational park in New York. After multiple, unsuccessful attempts in trying to recover the ring, I gave up the ring for good, deeming that it was either retrieved and pawned by somebody else or that it was going to be permanently stuck deep in the ground within the fields.

    Fast-forward almost 11 years later, long after I have moved back to California, a coworker who had heard about my lost ring told me about something he read on Reddit called The Ring Finders network. I figured I should give it a try, and noticed that only H. Connell Raate was reasonably local to the city of Ithaca, roughly an hour drive away. I cold-called his number in the late summer of 2016 and he greeted me kindly over the phone and arranged to search for the ring. Cheryl from Cornell gladly provided the park keys and permitted the ring-hunting endeavors.

    Connell tried for several hours during his first attempt, to no avail. He gathered additional information from me, where I provided details in how certain activities were taken place over certain regions. The entire area spanned an area greater than a football field, with both end zones included. In his second attempt, Connell searched an even more vast area, still to no avail. At that point, Connell was certain that the ring either was no longer there or was retrieved from somebody else. I obviously deferred to Connell as the expert in the matter, and I too felt a bit of closure in the whole ordeal that indeed, this ring will never be found ever again.

    After the following fall and winter, Connell reached back to me, with the stunning admission that he still harbored thoughts about my ring and that it has become a personal quest for him. Indeed, his continued thoughts about my ring led him to tweak his metal detection parameters and also gave him ideas that searching for the ring immediately after the snow melted could be advantageous in facilitating metal detection. He again set up a third and final attempt in looking for the ring in the park and on his first dig of that attempt, lo and behold, the ring was found.

    I think this whole ordeal gave me quite a serious reflection about humanity and life in general. First, the thought that there exists a large collective of strangers who seek to help those in need, largely on a volunteer basis, made me rethink my own retirement plans and how I should similarly refocus my late life goals to help serve others. Second, the simple fact that something of extreme, sentimental value that I considered unrecoverable suddenly reappearing has made me not only grateful and humble, but even incredulous. I am eternally thankful to Connell for his amazing talent in his hobby and for his perseverance.

  • “Words cannot express how thankful we are to Craig Ostendorf and his wife from The Ring Finders!
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    “Words cannot express how thankful we are to Craig Ostendorf and his wife from The Ring Finders! We had been vacationing in Ft. Myers Beach, Florida and I had forgotten I had taken my rings off and placed them on my lap to put on suntan lotion. We left the beach and headed back to our condo. I realized hours later on a Friday night of Easter weekend that I lost them in the most crowded area of the beach. We contacted Craig and he graciously came to the rescue at 9:00 pm at night. They found my rings in 5 minutes! They were professional, courteous, and sympathetic to the most heartbroken wife in the world. It was truly a miracle. They were our angels and we are eternally grateful”

    Thank you!

    Geri & Buddy

  • Thank you so much for your quick response
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    Thank you so much for your quick response and your service! We hope we will not need your services ever again, but are thankful we found you and your blog!! We were amazed at how quickly you were able to find James’ wedding band!

  • The graciousness and caring Chris showed towards two complete strangers will never be forgotten
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    On April 14th, a friend of mine lost a coin holding much sentimental value in a grass field. With the help of many of our classmates, we searched the field for hours with no luck.

    In our search for a company that could rent us a metal detector on a holiday Friday, we came across Chris Turner and www.theringfinders.com. I left him a message and to our absolute delight he agreed to come help us with our search.

    In short. Chris came out to the University of British Columbia at 7pm on a holiday Friday (after a full day of work, I might add) and found the missing coin in 15 minutes!

    The graciousness and caring Chris showed towards two complete strangers will never be forgotten, thank you so much Chris!

    Jackson Robinson

    Mechanical Engineering Student

    The University of British Columbia

  • I shared with him my story, he mapped out a grid, began to detect and the rest is history.
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    Walking to and around the Strand in Hermosa with my daughter has become routine over the past couple years. From the Baby Bjorn at just a few months, to the hip, an occasional seat on the shoulders overseeing what probably feels like sitting on top of the world, to now, keeping up with the little Olympic sprinter, one thing is certain, I am in love. Having married three years ago, my wife and I were blessed with a beautiful daughter and our lives were forever turned upside down from the moment she arrived.

    Recently, walks to the Strand have one general purpose, the swing. We wake up, we eat breakfast, maybe take in a little PAW PATROL and then we’re out the door. April 10th started as usual business. We crossed the street and I asked my daughter if she wanted down to walk. Of course, she declined. I asked if she were ready for the swings and she nodded while looking at me knowing I had the answer.

    As we approached our stomping grounds, on this morning, we would have company.

    Not paying mind to the closeness of the action, I put my daughter in the swing where she immediately focused on the volleyballs flying in and around our direction. As usual, I would give her a few pushes, move back a bit, drop to my knees and begin building my princess her sand castle that she eagerly awaits to climb, stomp, smash and use as a slide.

    We had been at the beach for no more than ten minutes. While constructing the castle, a ball zipped in my direction that I caught and without hesitation, threw back to one of the girls training. Moments later, another ball would finds its way in my direction that I would catch, again, throw back however this time, would throw with it my wedding ring. I immediately felt its weight “fly off” my finger.

    Happening so quickly, I couldn’t see the exact direction the ring would travel however, my world stop spinning. Flashbacks of my wedding day resurfaced. Forgotten faces would reappear, and the sentiment of life would take new ownership. The beach became a sea of memories and with it carried a feeling of unexplainable loss.

    I called my wife to share with her what happened. She would soon show up to help aid in the search. The volleyball team would literally come into play as well. A morning fit a father and his daughter would become without notice, a search and rescue effort.

    After forty-five minutes without discovery, a couple had approached the swings and learned of my story. Not too focused on their involvement, I would overhear the woman conversing with her partner that she was going to look for a metal detector. Having no success at a local restaurant on the Strand, she walked to the Lifeguard unit where she was provided a yellow piece of paper with a gentleman’s phone number on it. That gentleman would happen to be Steve Smith.

    Not losing hope, but confidence, I reluctantly dialed Steve who would answer and agree to meet with me. What would feel like an eternity, Steve would arrive a little over an hour after having talked on the phone with gear in hand and new life.

    I shared with him my story, he mapped out a grid, began to detect and the rest is history.

  • I am absolutely delighted by the service Mike McInroe/The Ring Finders offered!
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    I am absolutely delighted by the service Mike McInroe/The Ring Finders offered! I lost my wedding ring whilst playing football (soccer) with my son on one of the beaches at the Disney Caribbean Resort.

    After spending hours looking for it on my own and getting nowhere, I did a web search to try to find someone with a metal detector who could help. Thankfully Mike McInroe was top of that search list. I sent him an email via his site and he got straight back to me and came over within a day. It quickly became clear that Mike was not leaving until that ring had been found, and sure enough after a couple of hours of methodical searching, there it was.

    The whole experience was rounded off with my kids, and then quite a few of the audience that had gathered, getting a free metal detector lesson and experience on the beach.

    An excellent service and a lovely person to do business with. Thanks again Mike.

    Iain Henderson and family --from Scotland!

  • I’m so grateful for your efforts and enthusiasm in finding it. I feel whole again.
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    Hi Sean

    Reading this brought tears of happiness AGAIN as I recall the last week and being reunited with my ring, which has felt much like a dream. This ring is one of those special rings that can’t just be remade or bought again, it signifies my first born child, years of marriage to a gorgeous man, and a Silversmith’s name which my daughter now carries. It is not something money can replace and I’m so grateful for your efforts and enthusiasm in finding it. I feel whole again.

    Thanks Sean!

  • I am so overjoyed!! I would recommend you to everyone
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    George,

    Thank you so much for finding my mother's wedding ring!! You are an amazing magician! I had looked everywhere, but I couldn't find it. You found her ring in the cuff of my sweater in my closet!! I am so overjoyed!! I would recommend you to everyone if they ever need to find a sentimental ring! You made me so happy!! Thank you for helping me and for your warm-hearted kindness. *:) happy

    Lots of thanks,

    Linda

  • Thank you Steve!
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    Yesterday (03/24/17) I lost my house key at the park and I searched 3-4 hours for it on my own and had no luck. I called Steve and he said he couldn't make it out that day but tomorrow would be better.

    We agreed to meet the next morning and he was there on time. He asked me a few intelligent questions, and his patience was remarkable. The hardest part about finding the key was that it was not on a keychain and not uniquely designed, but it still only took him 15 minutes to find it!

    I really needed that key to get in and out of my house. He pretty much made my week by finding it, and I thank him for taking the time to help me out. He didn't make me feel like I was wasting his time, and I could tell he enjoys his job and takes it seriously. Thank you Steve!

  • If you every loose a ring, just call Connell. He is the greatest.
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    If you lose you ring, just call “The Ring Finders”

    I want to thank both “The Ring Finders” and Connell.

    We had a big snow storm last week, and I lost my wedding band while shoveling my sidewalk. This ring means a lot to me as it’s the one that my now deceased husband put on my finger when we were married many years ago. I was devastated. I had gone back outside to look for the ring and spent a good amount of time looking for it. It was just no-where to be found.

    I then got on my computer and searched on how to find a lost ring and I found the website The Ring Finders.com. The site was easy to navigate and I soon found Connell, the local member whom I contacted. He was very concerned about my loss, asked me questions on where I loss it, asked me to describe the ring, and then we made arrangements for him to look for the ring. He stated that he should look ASAP before one of my neighbors found it while walking the sidewalk.

    Quite frankly, I figured that my ring was gone, but where my cell phone rang last Tuesday and Connell said that he had found the ring I was blown away. As I work in a secure place, he was not able to hand deliver my ring but we decided that he would ship the ring back to me. It arrived today, and I’m wearing it again. It looks wonderful on my finger.

    If you every loose a ring, just call Connell. He is the greatest.

  • I'm so thankful for the quick and expert help Steve was able to give me.
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    I'm so thankful for the quick and expert help Steve was able to give me. I was visiting my brother and a group of his friends for the weekend, and we had decided to visit the beach to enjoy the weather.

    I had absentmindedly placed my wedding band in the cupholder of my beach chair earlier in the day as I was playing volleyball and swimming. As the sun moved, our group decided to pick up stakes and move to a different part of the beach.

    It wasn't until after we set up our new spot that I realized my wedding band was missing. I ran back to the area where our group had previously been and searched frantically for 20 minutes. Realizing I was probably in for a long day (or that my ring was gone for good), I found Steve online and gave him a call.

    Steve's response time was incredible. I expected wait for hours at the beach, but in 30 minutes I saw Steve with his equipment walking down the strand. He asked me a few basic questions about where I thought the ring was, set up a search grid, and located it in about 15 minutes. I was awestruck.

    You can tell that Steve is a passionate craftsmen, and I'm sure this is what made finding the ring so simple for him. As we wrapped up, I got a chance to pick his brain about how and why he does what he does.

    You can sense that he has a deep understanding of his equipment and the right techniques for the job. More than that, though, Steve seems to have a mission. You can tell that he gets a lot of joy from finding items that are priceless to those that hold them dear.

    Don't lose your wedding band. If that happens though, call this man. He will find what you lost, and put a smile on your face too.

    - Mike Spiegel

  • Don is a true gentleman and his joy in reuniting people with items precious to them is palpable. Thank you Don!
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    I was heartbroken when I arrived home from the barn Thursday and discovered that my ring, which I thought was safely stowed in my travel bag, was missing.

    A search of the barn and my vehicle that night failed to locate the ring my husband had proposed to me with almost 30 years ago. The ring has huge sentimental value to us; we were young, had just bought our first house, and this ring represented the next step of our journey together.

    Mike found Don’s name on the Internet the next day and arranged for him to meet me at the barn on Saturday. Within 15 minutes of meeting, Don I was once again wearing my ring! I am not sure who was happier, me at having it back or Don at having found it for me! Don is a true gentleman and his joy in reuniting people with items precious to them is palpable. Thank you Don!

  • I will forever be grateful to Jeronimo and his treasure finding equipment!
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    I will forever be grateful to Jeronimo and his treasure finding equipment!

    The ring Jeronimo found belonged to my late grandmother and it was gifted to me the very same day I lost it, on my birthday.

    A blizzard hit this day and just hours after my mother gave me the ring, I lost it while shoveling. I tried searching on my own by dumping buckets of snow in my bathtub and sifting through it but, I had no luck.

    I resorted to the internet for answers, and searched phrases like "how to find my lost ring in the snow". Theringfinders.com came up immediately. I was in shock that such an entity even existed...my problem was soon to be solved!

    I contacted Jeronimo and he replied right away. We promptly scheduled his visit, and he arrived exactly at the time he said he would just a few days later after I lost the ring. He was kind, gracious, and got straight to searching my front lawn.

    It was a longer than usual search because of all the interference from surrounding metals, but his patience and superb detectors eventually unearthed my priceless jewelry!

    I had such a positive experience with Jeronimo. If he is your closest Ring Finder, do not hesitate to have him help you. He genuinely loves this work, which makes his efforts all the more valuable. His charisma, friendliness, and generosity made the nerve wracking experience smooth, easy, and even exciting.

    When he found the ring I jolted with happiness, I couldn't believe he actually found it. Simply put, I wouldn't have been able to do it without Jeronimo.

    Thank you, thank you, thank you! You recovered a priceless gift, and inspired me to take joy out of everything I do.

    Happy endings like this are very rare, and I will remember this experience forever.

  • Jim, we cannot say thank you enough again for your help during this minor crisis.
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    After having met Jim, I'm not surprised at how he downplays such an important find, given my family and I were returning to Canada 12 hours later so there was absolutely no flexibility in the search. Or that he was there 25 minutes after I contacted him.

    Or that it was his wedding anniversary that day and that he was just about out the door for a celebratory dinner with his wife of 43 years and put everything on pause to help a complete stranger who happened across his name online.

    Jim, we cannot say thank you enough again for your help during this minor crisis. Our apologies again to you and "Mrs. Jim" for catching you on your anniversary. And we've made sure the hotel is well aware of TRF in the event of any future similar situations from their guests.

    Semper Paratus

  • I’m so grateful to Sean finding my ring.
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    I’m so grateful to Sean finding my ring. Also the fact he came the next day after I phoned him, that certainly helped my feelings of anxiety that my ring was lost forever. I’m a very lucky lady. I’ve bought a lotto ticket, hope my luck will hold.

  • Steve - he is amazing!
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    So, on the last day of our recent vacation, while on a shuttle to LAX to fly back home, I realized my wedding ring was no longer on my finger. I was devastated and figured the ring I'd worn 18 years was gone forever.

    I wasn't even sure where it had fell off. I contacted the theme park and car rental agency without any luck. The next night, in a desperate "what do I have to lose" attempt, I searched the internet for help. I hesitantly placed a Craiglist ad in the 'lost and found" section with a Google maps screen shot and address of the beach area we went to before flying back home. I offered a reward as incentive so if someone found it they might consider returning it to me instead pawning it.

    I was texted right away by a guy named "Steve" who was a member of "TheRingFinders.com"

    I figured he was probably a scammer. He called and left me a voicemail too - so I verified the website, and his phone number area code, which actually was from California.

    I called him back (Friday at 9:00pm) and I provided him some more details about where

    I thought I may have lost my ring near the beach. He was nice and sounded legit on the phone, and didn't ask for any money from me. Steve went out right away, and within an hour (Friday at 9:52pm), he had recovered my ring and texted me a picture that lookedlike my ring.

    I was shocked and beyond happy! And and I couldn't believe it - and so I asked him to provide a clearer picture of the front of the ring (the first was taken with a flash in the dark area where he found it).

    He sent a clear picture when he got home and it was definately my ring! We arranged shipment, and a few days later, it is back on my finger as I type this message! I'm so grateful for Steve's help. He is the real deal! So, if you ever lose a ring (or keys, or phone, etc) and need help - even from out of state - theringfinders.com might be a good place to turn for help (rather than hoping some honest person might see your ad on Craigslist like I did - I got lucky!)..... and if you lose something at the beach near LAX, call up my new found friend

    Steve - he is amazing!

  • Chris Turner not only did the impossible. He did it with uncommon grace and style
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    We have been searching a mossy bluff on Bowen Island. It's wet, cold with snowflakes hanging in the air. Above all its a steep slippery moss covered bluff and we have already been out there 10 hours.

    The one of a kind white gold ring has to ship to a wedding ceremony in Japan, its lost and we are out of time. With overwhelming possibilities the ring could have bounced one foot or one hundred and fifty then slipped itself into a crack or detritus to rest peacefully for eternity. Our hope is fading.

    Almost more surprising than our circumstances is the bright optimism of, Chris Turner who is coming all the way to, Bowen Island on a snowy winter day to help us. Armed with some of the best equipment we have ever seen and a smile he calmly says, “its a game measured in inches, don’t worry we will find the ring!". And then he asked when the last ferry leaves for the mainland.

    He doesn’t claim to be a seasoned climber but on rope for 4 hours, Chris confidently and methodically scans the bluffs. I know at this point we have experience on our side and that's how you succeed against such intimidating odds. It's all Chris. How he persuaded that mossy bluff to surrender the ring still seems like an impossible task. Because in the end the ring had decided to bounce away the full one hundred and fifty feet.

    Chris Turner not only did the impossible. He did it with uncommon grace and style. From the moment he arrived, he brought us bright energy with his genuinely caring heart and confidence. We can’t thank you enough.

    -Miki Tanaka and Bob Schultz

  • Having the ring found was umm lost for words " a miracle!!"
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    While on my Honeymoon in Santa Monica I lost my wedding ring at Venice Beach. A young lady saw me and my wife Kyla searching in the sand and advised there are "guys with metal detectors" walking the beach who could find it?

    Immediately we jumped on google and did a search. We called Steve and explained the situation. He was with us in about 10 mins and ready to get his hunt on!

    It took him about 2-5 mins and found the ring! With out Steve we would have gone back to New Zealand with no ring and my wife and I wold have been devastated. I cant thank him enough!

    Having the ring found was umm lost for words " a miracle!!" I don't know what I would have done if Steve never crossed our path.

    Thanks so much!"

  • Now here's a guy who knows how to find lost jewelry. With over 170 found items...
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    Now here's a guy who knows how to find lost jewelry. With over 170 found items I knew he was the guy I wanted to get into contact with after I unfortunately lost my wedding ring on the beach. This ring was also my grandfathers wedding ring so it was irreplaceable to my family and I.

    A few hours had passed before I realized that the ring was missing. I had taken the ring off before going out into the water and placed it into a pocket of our beach chair. As we were leaving I closed up the beach chair and went home, not realizing I had just dropped the ring in the sand. When I figured out what I had done several hours later I got onto the internet and found Stan Ross.

    He was on the ring finders website and had over 170 successful finds. When I contacted Stan he was very enthusiastic about helping me. He dropped what he was doing and went straight to the beach where I had lost the ring. I sent Stan a picture of my wife and I at the beach that day and a google map pin point of the location to give him an idea of where we were.

    I met Stan at the beach 30 minutes later around 7:00pm. As I walked down the steps to the beach I was wondering why Stan was so far away from the location i had described my wife and I as being that day. It was simply because Stan had already found the ring and was looking around the beach before I had arrived. Stan found the ring in less than the time in took me to get the beach that evening.

    And for his assistance and service he quoted his price as," I just enjoy doing this for people". I gave Stan a tip for his work and he walked off into the night. As he left he stated he was glad he could help and was glad I had my ring back.

    So to Stan I say thank you! From my wife and I, my family thank you!

    You were the right man to call and I will keep your number in my phone to use in the future and give to anyone needing help in finding a lost item that he may be able to help.

    - Jeff Z.

  • If you live in NC and lose a ring or anything else valuable/sentimental to you then do yourself a favor and call Michael…
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    I was with my son all day at a soccer complex in Raleigh for a tournament and with time to kill between games we practiced on an open field. We spanned a lot of ground and at one point I noticed my wedding band was no longer on my finger. I completely panicked. I scoured the field and tried covering all the ground where I hoped I could find the ring. I even downloaded a mobile metal detector app thinking that would help me easily find the ring (it was a joke).

    Unfortunately it didn’t help at all and I ended up leaving the field very sad believing the ring was gone for good. Another parent from my son’s team recommended theringfinders.com and that’s when I reached out to Michael Gaskin the next morning. He contacted me immediately and said he could meet me at the field that afternoon. When I got to the field Michael was already there and to my surprise pulled the ring from his pocket as he had already recovered it! I can’t tell you how happy I was. Not only had Michael found my ring but he also explained to me the process and walked me right to where it had been showing me how impossible it would’ve been to find it on my own. He had contacted the field management ahead of time for permission to check the area, showed me the map printouts he used, and explained all of the equipment he used during the search. Admittedly I was not sure what to expect and it ended up being one of the most professional services I had experienced…and he is a damn nice guy on top of it!

    So instead of being depressed and looking for a replacement (which would’ve been impossible considering what the ring means to me) I have it back on my finger.

    If you live in NC and lose a ring or anything else valuable/sentimental to you then do yourself a favor and call Michael…he will absolutely turn your day around!

    Thanks again Michael!!!

    -Stuart H.

  • Steve, thank you for putting a huge smile on my (and my wife's) face. You're clearly a passionate and talented guy
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    I'm incredibly grateful for Steve's help last night. I figured I'd leave a voicemail and hear back from him the next business day, being that it was 8:30 at night, but he picked up my call and said he'd meet me at the volleyball court in 30 minutes. Seriously? And the search process was equally impressive – it took him all of about 10 minutes to find my wedding ring, which could've been just about anywhere on/off the court. Steve, thank you for putting a huge smile on my (and my wife's) face. You're clearly a passionate and talented guy, and I hope many others will read this post, give you a call, and experience the same excitement and relief that I did last night. Thank you again, Steve. God bless!

    Wes Putnam

  • I highly recommend Mike
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    We called Mike after a disastrous experience with another ring finder person. He was super supportive and very professional. My wife and I lost her wedding and engagement ring in the middle of our ceremony at Lake Baldwin. After three weeks of waiting around for another guy, Mike finally was the one to help us find our ring. We contacted him after our first ring guy was rude and unhelpful. Mike kept in contact with us and letting us know that he’d was willing to go try and look for our ring if we’d like him. After not hearing from the first guy for 2 weeks, my wife and I decided to give Mike a try. He showed up to Lake Baldwin and my wife showed him where we lost our ring. My wife tried to pay Mike for his trip to meet us and he told her that she didn’t need to pay him until he found her ring. Two days later, he called and FOUND THE RING. We never thought we would see her ring again. He was so professional and helpful that night we went to pick up the ring. He told us how he got it and showed us the plans that he had drawn up to accomplish it. We told him about our experience with the first guy and he was apologetic for our experience. I highly recommend Mike, not only did he find the ring, he helped us turned our entire experience with ring finders around. Thank you Mike! - Cecil and Nicole

  • Brent turned the lowest moment of our honeymoon into a story we will never forget.
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    My wife and I were on our honeymoon on the Big Island in early 2017. We were having an amazing time until we stopped at a beach in Hilo. After a few minutes of swimming near turtles I realized I had lost my wedding ring.

    I was in a state of shock. The gold ring was a family heirloom. My mother had given my father the ring when they married over 40 years ago. I couldn’t believe it was now lost in the ocean just three months after my wedding.

    For over an hour I attempted to find it but I eventually gave up. I had lost hope. But that’s when I found out my wife had a plan. When I got out of the water she was already on the phone with Brent at Big Island Metal Detecting.

    I was sure the ring was lost for good, but Brent convinced us he could help find it. Since it was so late in the day we agreed to meet at the beach early the next morning. Brent drove across the island from Kona to meet us at 6:30 a.m.

    By 7 a.m. the ring was back on my finger! Brent was able to locate the ring even though it was buried in sand in water over six feet deep. Brent turned the lowest moment of our honeymoon into a story we will never forget. We then all celebrated with an early breakfast in town. We had found the ring and made a new friend. Thank you so much Brent.

    - Mike from Brooklyn

  • Jarrod was there the next day when we returned to help us. We are so grateful for his help.
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    I was so elated to find Jarrod! I was traveling from the Midwest, and lost my phone in the drift on the beach. We dug for so long, but could not find it.

    Jarrod was there the next day when we returned to help us. We are so grateful for his help. He was friendly and very prompt.

    Thank you so much!"

    Christina Kladis.

  • If you’ve lost something of value to you, call H. Connell Raate, he’s good at what he does
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    When I went out to sunbathe in my backyard in June of 1966, I never expected that I was at the beginning of a 49 year adventure.  

    It was a beautiful summer day right after graduation, so I went outside in my yellow polka dot bikini (NOT), took my recently acquired high school class ring off, placed it on the blanket, put suntan lotion on, and laid down with a good book.  

    Later, I stood up, shook out my blanket and headed back to the cool house.  It was only later that I remembered my ring.  Out I went to get it.  Oh, no!  Where is it?  I looked for quite a while with no luck.  My hunt continued most every day for the rest of the summer.  Where the hell is this ring?  It was gone.

     

    Life goes on and I moved out.  When visiting my mother, I occasionally would go out and look for that beautiful green ring.  Nothing.

    After my mom died and before the house was sold, an acquaintance just happened to mention a friend of his whose hobby was metal detecting and who specializes in finding gold rings.  Why not?  Wouldn’t it be a hoot if, 49 years later, he found my lost ring?

    Imagine my surprise when that machine started singing and Connell eventually came up with a grungy and dirty but definitely green gold ring.  Good thing the house was in the country because I did come out with a whoop and holler heard for miles.

    I went to my 50th high school reunion the following summer and proudly wore that recently cleaned and re-sized (whose weight doesn’t change after 49 years?) new-looking class ring.  

    If you’ve lost something of value to you, call H. Connell Raate, he’s good at what he does, his charges are very reasonable and, most importantly, he is passionate about what he does.  If it’s findable, he’ll nab it!

  • Keith Wille came over, 15 minutes in and he found it… Unbelievable! If you lost any jewelry and can’t find it he’s the guy to go to!
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    I’ve spent countless hours and with 5+ hours on our hands and knees all over my front and back yard… Metal detectors and every last resource my dad trying to find my wedding ring I lost 3 weeks ago… Today Keith Wille came over, 15 minutes in and he found it… Unbelievable! If you lost any jewelry and can’t find it he’s the guy to go to!

  • I highly recommend Keith searching for anything of major importance.
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    After a day at the beach, I got home to realize I had lost my engagement and wedding ring. I rushed back the next morning in hopes of finding someone metal detecting, and eventually found one in the area to rent. I searched for 4 hours to no avail. My husband and I went back a few days later, renting the metal detector and searching for 4-5 hours again. And again coming home empty handed.

    Losing jewelry is a horrible feeling…and that feeling is amplified by a 1000 when they are wedding rings. No amount of insurance money would bring back MY rings.

    I had seen advertisements online for the Ring Finders, but I was hesitant to contact them. I had my doubts about identifying the location of my ring for them to find. But after two unsuccessful trips, I figured there was a 50/50 shot they would return them and I took the odds.

    I emailed Keith around 6:30 on a Saturday night, and had an email back within an hour that he would be calling in the morning. He called as promised and agreed to meet my husband back at the beach in around an hour. My hesitation was beginning to ease!

    We showed him the area where we believed the rings had been lost – the area we searched over and over with our rented detector – and he found them in less than 20 minutes.

    Obviously the successful result speaks for itself! We could not be happier with our decision to reach out to Keith and are beyond thrilled that he was able to locate the lost rings.

    In talking with Keith afterwards I found out that he does survival and search/rescue training for his career and he certainly takes that professionalism and determination over into this field. I highly recommend Keith searching for anything of major importance.

  • Keith Wille came out today and found it! How awesome is that?!
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    For the last 6 months I have been wearing Eric’s wedding ring on my thumb. It has been a great comfort to me. On Saturday, I was swimming with Sydney and horsing around.

    I threw her in the water by having her step on my hands. As I released her, I felt the ring flying off, but I could not stop it.

    Multiple kids and adult family member searched for it to no avail. Not to be deterred, I went online and found thringfinders.com who have metal detectors that find people’s jewelry, even underwater. Keith Wille came out today and found it! How awesome is that?!

  • His genuine compassion paired with his obvious love for what he does is astounding.
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    A white gold wedding band inscribed with personal tributes to our love.

    That ring means so much to me.

    I kissed it every day.

    I would sometimes ask my wife to kiss it to “seal it.”

    I lost a lot of weight in an effort to get healthy when my first son was born.

    My ring no longer fit and I used to remove my ring when I went swimming or exercised.

    I would take it off if I sat in the sun as I was afraid I might sweat and it would slip.

    One afternoon, I was sitting in my backyard enjoying the day.

    I did what I always did: Put my book, water-bottle and my ring under my chair.

    I got on the phone and paced a bit around the yard.

    I went up to the deck and around and down the stairs.

    I also had moved my chair a few times to face the sun.

    After an hour had passed I decided to go inside.

    My ring had disappeared.

    I was mortified.

    I got on hands and knees and looked for hours.

    I took a rake and combed every piece of the area in which I had placed my chair.

    When my son came home I had him looking with me.

    My ring was lost.

    I kept thinking to rent a metal detector, but put that off.

    I read some articles and it seemed a difficult prospect for me to pull off.

    Then I resigned myself to it being lost.

    I guess I had not quite lost hope.

    Two plus years later I happened upon Mr. Wille and ringfinders.com

    I called Mr. Wille up and he was so very kind and patient.

    I explained the situation, what the ring meant to me.

    Mr. Wille understood and told me what he would do to find it.

    I must say that I was taken aback by his level of confidence.

    There was no, “if” or “but” in his words or even in his voice.

    He was going to find this ring.

    I will also add here that all he asked for was money to cover gas.

    This was not possible, but I figured I would try it.

    We set up a date within days of my call and Mr. Wille arrived exactly when he said he would.

    I walked him around my yard and through all my paces from that day and then returned to work at 9 AM.

    I was in a meeting with a colleague when a text came through at 11:20.

    It was a picture Mr. Wille sent to me of my ring.

    He had positioned it gloriously atop a rock and it still glistened in the late morning sun.

    I swear it took everything I had to not cry in that moment (later I cried after the meeting ended).

    I called Mr. Wille and sped home soon thereafter where he showed me the ring.

    I was at a total loss for words.

    He showed me the spot where he found it.

    It was not far from where I had been sitting, but it was 2-3 inches underground.

    He also shared some old coins and various “treasures” he had found in my yard.

    I must say, I was too stunned to hear. To blissed out to really listen.

    I really could not believe that the ring had been returned to me.

    Mr. Wille would not accept much in terms of a reward, but I plan on sending him more via mail anyway and hope he will be hard-pressed to send it back.

    His genuine compassion paired with his obvious love for what he does is astounding.

    I work in a field where empathy, compassion, and kindness are highly valued.

    It is nice to know that people like Mr. Wille are out there compassionately, gently reuniting people with things that are truly priceless.

    My ring, in terms of monetary value, not much.

    My ring, in terms of what it means to my heart, my soul to see it again – I could never have enough money to pay for that.

    Thank you Mr. Wille.

    Namaste~

  • Thank you for your service. I know there will be countless other stories such as mine to come.  
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    Bill, 

    I want to thank you again for finding my lost wedding ring. It was lost while doing yardwork. Even though I knew it had to be in a 100 square foot area our dozens of hours searching were futile.  

    My wife even bought a metal detector which we used for a few hours to no avail. It was only when we thought it was truly lost that she found you on The Ring Finders  Directory.  

    I was skeptical however our best efforts had failed and the ring was gone for almost a month at that point. When you arrived you saw the evidence of our search. Small holes throughout the lawn where our metal detector had indicated something, only to be a nickel or a buried can.

    You went to work and within 15 minutes my lost ring was once again in my hands. Words are inadequate to describe the relief felt when you reunited me with that ring. Thank you for your service. I know there will be countless other stories such as mine to come.  

    With many thanks and best regards,

     

    Scott Pinckard

  • Joe was on the beach within an hour with his metal detector.
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    We had come to Waikiki Beach for our honeymoon after getting married in Maryland a few months ago.

    On our first day in the ocean my wedding band slipped off my finger and sunk down to the bottom of the beach. We looked frantically for about an hour using our snorkels, but we figured that it was lost in the sand.

    We spent the rest of that day pretty bummed and convinced that it was lost. The next morning my wife had the idea to post on craigslist the location of the ring and asking for help. Within 10 minutes Joe responded and stated that he would be at the location quickly.

    Joe was on the beach within an hour with his metal detector. Although we were flying to Maui that day, Joe promised to call us if he found anything. As soon as we landed in Maui, we received a call from Joe and were elated when he told us that he found the ring and would be able to send it priority mail to our hotel here, just in time for New Years. Thank you Joe!

  • We are very impressed with Craig and Stephanie! Good – honest people still exist!
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    “We were relaxing at Fort Myers Beach ( FMB ) with the kids. I removed my ring and had put it in my pants pocket. After a few hours and a volleyball game, it was time to leave the beach . . . putting the jeans back on and checking the pocket . . . NO RING!

    Craig and Stephanie from The Ring Finders met us within an hour in the dark and immediately began the search with their metal detectors. Within 15 minutes the ring was found buried in the sand!

    We are very impressed with Craig and Stephanie! Good – honest people still exist! Thanks again!”

  • I didn’t think we’d ever see the ring again. You are a Godsend! Xoxoxo…
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    Thank you so much for finding my husband’s ring Joe! It’s been 7 years since we last visited Hawaii & this time with 2 kids so our heads are all over the place.

    He was pretty upset about it & woke up extra early to rent a metal detector to do his own hunt. I didn’t think we’d ever see the ring again. You are a Godsend! Xoxoxo…

  • Thanks Luke we love you from the bottom of our hearts.
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    YOU are a gift from God. You brought joy into a very sad man’s face. I have love for you and I don’t know how to begin to say thank you. Please don’t stop doing what you are doing. You blessed us. Thanks Luke we love you from the bottom of our hearts. The Galindos

  • I would recommend Luke Schlining he was so kind, caring, professional, and has the biggest heart....
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    God truly does work in amazing ways!!!!! I would recommend Luke Schlining he was so kind, caring, professional, and has the biggest heart....His passion for helping others find there most precious treasures shows in his actions and his heart.....Thank you so much Luke......

  • Jonathan. You’re the man!
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    Jonathan. You’re the man!

    I’m the one who called to see if you’d be willing to come out. You went above and beyond driving out to assist us with the lost keys.

    THANK YOU – THANK YOU – THANK YOU

  • Finding my ring was a miracle and I am so grateful that Jeff and the ring finders came to my rescue.
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    I received the most meaningful gift, a promise ring, from my boyfriend around Christmas time. What should have been the most happiest time of the year turned into the most tragic event that could ever happen. I lost my ring in my horse's stall. Trying to find my ring was like trying to find a needle in a hay stack. I was so disappointed and heartbroken that my ring was gone. I tried to do everything I could to find the ring before my boyfriend figured out I lost it. My mother came upon the ring finders and found Jeffery Levy close by. He immediately came over the next day after Christmas. Jeff found my ring within a half an hour. Finding my ring was a miracle and I am so grateful that Jeff and the ring finders came to my rescue. Thank you for relieving my worries ring finders.

    Summer Harris

  • I could not be happier with the service provided, and it was truly a pleasure meeting and speaking with Mr. Raate. He is a wonderful person
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    I would like to send my sincere thanks to Mr. H. Connell Raate of The Ring Finders for his help in recovering my lost wedding band.

    After losing some weight, my ring was rather loose on my finger, and of course I waited too long to ​​get it resized. While doing some yard work this past Veteran's Day weekend, I was removing a pile of brush and as I reached in to grab some branches, I felt my ring slip off my finger and fall into the pile. It was no where to be seen and, even after carefully removing the rest of the pile, sifting through the tiny twigs, leaves, and assorted mouse house building materials that covered the ground where the pile once was proved fruitless.

    A quick search online led me to The Ring Finders, and as luck would have it, a member lived nearby. Unfortunately, Mr. Raate was on vacation, but he was confident from my description of what had happened that he would be able to help me upon his return.

    With the hustle bustle of Christmas behind us, and a warm snap that melted the snow, I got back in touch with Mr. Raate and we made arrangements to meet the next day. Mother Nature had given us a few inches of fresh snow, but he was confident. We proceeded to the search area, and with a few adjustments to his metal detector, we soon heard the buzz indicating some hidden treasure was there for the finding. There, about 2-3 inches below the surface of the loose mixture of twigs, leaves, and soil, was my ring. I had looked for almost an hour when I had cleared the pile, to no avail. Mr. Raate had located it and it was back in my hands in less time than it took for me to grab a small gardening spade from the garage as we headed down to search.

    I could not be happier with the service provided, and it was truly a pleasure meeting and speaking with Mr. Raate. He is a wonderful person - kind, friendly, and comforting, and I think he was just as happy to find the ring as I was. After we got back to the house, we talked for quite a while, my wife, he and I, and he described how much he enjoys helping others.

    I know I am deeply grateful for his help. I'm hoping I don't ever need his services again, but if I do, I know I'm calling someone I can count on. Keep up the great work!

    Sincerely,

    Jim Heffron

    Brewerton, NY

  • I cannot begin to thank Jon as well as let all of you know this is a real service and it is definitely a life saver
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    Thank you Jon for finding my sentimental silver ring in the snow!

    I lost my ring, it flew off my hand and landed somewhere in a patch of snow. I googled ring finder Detroit and to my surprise Jon’s name came up.

    I thought why not call and see if he could help because the only way I’m going to find my ring in a couple feet of snow will be with a metal detector. He responded within 15 minutes.

    Very nice man, came over to where I was staying within the hour. Still didn’t know what to expect but was hoping for the best. Jon came and by the time I came back from my errand he found my ring that I had been searching all morning for.

    It was a very special ring to me and this incredible gentleman helped me reclaim a ring that belonged to my mother and when she passed I put it on.

    I cannot begin to thank Jon as well as let all of you know this is a real service and it is definitely a life saver if you are trying to find an item you really do not want to part with.

    I paid what I thought was appropriate and he concurred. Definitely grateful that he came so fast and was able to help me find something that continues to stay on my hand. Thanks again! He’s really great at what he does!!!

  • Thank you so much Jon from the bottom of my almost broken heart!
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    Dear Jon,

    We couldn’t thank you enough for not only coming on the same day we called you, but at night and in the bitter cold no less!

    I lost not only my engagement ring but my wedding band that was only 7 months old.

    I was in a frantic hurry on a frigid cold Wednesday morning. I rushed to get my kids in the car and get the ice scraped off. When I got in my car, I realized my rings were gone!

    I had 2 very generous people come help me search my yard and after no luck and a full days worth of tears, I had almost given up all hope!

    That is when I stumbled upon theringfinders.com and found Jon B!

    I poured through 2 pages of blogged testimonies and decided to call!

    I’m so glad I did! Thank you so much Jon from the bottom of my almost broken heart! The 2 hugs that I gave you weren’t nearly enough!

    Sincerely,

    Andrew & Anell Pike of Westerville, Ohio

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  • I can't put my appreciation for you into words - Stan, you're the man!!!
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    Hi Stan!

    This is Jasleen - you found my ring in the Venice canals over the weekend. Now that all the craziness is over I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for what you did. I had no idea you found it on Sunday , he came to propose (again) that night and I was at such a loss for words.

    Thank you for being so wonderful and genuine. I can't put my appreciation for you into words - Stan, you're the man!!!

  • Thank you so much for coming out in the snow and cold to find my husbands wedding band!
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    Hi Chris,

    Thank you so much for coming out in the snow and cold to find my husbands wedding band! He is beyond happy to have it back on his finger. Hopefully we won't lose anymore rings but if we do or know anyone who does we will highly recommend they contact Ringfinders! Chris is very personable and quick to respond, he saved the day and spread some Christmas cheer as well while he was here! Thank you again!

    Warmest wishes,

    Kirsten and Rob Kirk

  • John and Curtis are the best at what they do. I am so grateful that there are people in the world like them.
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    About 6 months ago, my wife Rosie and I were out at Encinitas beach. We were with a group of friends and spent much of the day playing Frisbee on the beach and diving into the ocean waves. I had worn my wedding ring surfing previously with no issue at all and didn’t think to take it off when getting into the water this time.

    After a few hours at the beach, I suddenly noticed my wedding ring was gone. I had no idea at what point in time I had lost it, but figured it must have slipped off while diving into the waves. Both my wife and I were devastated because we had only been married for about 9 months and I hadn’t even made it a year before losing my ring.

    I ended up finding John and Curtis through a local craigslist ad the next day when attempting to see if anyone had posted about a found ring at Encinitas beach. Initially I was very surprised to find that the Ringfinders website even existed and that there were people like John and Curtis who would go out of their way to help others. I gave John a call and he was very responsive and eager to help me out.

    I met up with him later that day at low tide to go search for the ring and show him where I think I may have lost it. We searched for a few hours scanning the beach up and down but with no luck. At that point, I was fairly convinced that I had lost the ring while out in deep water and that it would never be retrieved.

    John reassured me that him and his partner Curtis would continue looking and notify me if they found a ring that met the description of mine. A few weeks went by and John had sent me the occasional text reminding me that he had not forgotten about my ring and was still on the hunt. I was grateful to hear from him and know that he had not forgotten.

    About two months after losing my ring, my wife and I graduated from physical therapy school and moved back home to Seattle, WA. I had already bought a cheaper tungsten replacement ring that was not the same as my original white gold ring, but would suffice. I figured that my original wedding ring was deep beneath the sand in the Pacific Ocean and would never be found again.

    Then, 6 months after losing my ring, I received a text message from Curtis on Thanksgiving morning. He had been out with his metal detector earlier that morning and found a ring that matched the description of mine.

    He sent me a picture and it looked similar to mine but was discolored with a yellow hue from being in saltwater for so long. I was still not convinced the ring was mine because it had been so long since I lost it, but Curtis told me he had found it at the same beach. I sent him a picture of the receipt indicating the size of the ring and the width of the band.

    He checked the size and width and it was a match. He immediately mailed the ring to me so that I could try it on and confirm that it was mine. Sure enough, two days later, I received the ring in the mail and it was indeed mine. It fit perfectly. My wife and I were both astounded. I took it in to the jeweler the next day and had it re-plated and it now looks just as good as it did when I originally purchased it.

    I could not believe that John and Curtis were able to find my ring 6 months after losing it. What an amazing surprise on Thanksgiving. The even more unbelievable part of the story is that John and Curtis had kept my contact information and remembered me. Six months had gone by and they were still out there searching for my ring.

    I’m sure it takes a lot of effort to keep a log of where people have lost rings, the ring descriptions, and contact information, but John and Curtis are the best at what they do. I am so grateful that there are people in the world like them. They are willing to take time out of their days and go the extra mile to put a smile on other people’s faces.

    I cannot thank them enough for what they’ve done or how happy they have made my wife and I. We now have an amazing story to share with all our friends and family and I am finally reunited with my original wedding ring that my wife and I exchanged our vows with. And I owe it all to John and Curtis and their genuine passion for helping others.

    It’s comforting to know that there are people like them in the world. I would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat.

    Thank you both so much for all your help, you guys are amazing.

    Sincerely, Connor and Rosie Naccarato

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  • “My dad now has quite the memory of his first vacation in 14 years. . .
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    “My dad now has quite the memory of his first vacation in 14 years. . . It turns out, while we were in Florida, my dad lost his wedding ring in the Gulf of Mexico at one of mine and Eric’s favorite beaches on Captiva Island. He didn’t realize he lost it until halfway through our trip.

    While trying to figure out where he could have lost it, my helpful husband Eric decided to look through our camera to try to narrow down a ballpark time and location.

    We found we had a picture of him with the ring on before going into the ocean on our first day, and one of him right after coming out of the ocean, but without the ring on. Then, no more photos of him with the ring on after that. That was where we narrowed it down to losing it on our favorite beach on Captiva Island.

    I found a site called the TheRingFinders.com and on a whim called a nice man (Craig Ostendorf) who lives in the area. I asked him how good he was at finding rings in the Gulf of Mexico. He said he had a 95% success rate–we all kind of laughed. I told him the location of the beach where we figured my dad had lost the ring, and just a few hours later that evening, he texted me a photo and asked: “Look Familiar?

    It was my dad’s ring! Now, thanks to our investigative work and the services of Craig the ring finder–31 years of marriage and my dad still has his wedding ring.”

  • We are so grateful for Stanley and for The Ring Finders!
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    I just wanted to pass this along and let people know that a service like this exists. The people of the ring finders will go search for your lost article of jewelry with a medal detector and get it back to you if it's there where you describe.

    My fiancé and I had lost a gold ring at the beach and thought it was a gonner. We were both so upset because it has such sentimental value being his grandmothers ring.

    We waited two weeks to call because we didn't know about it and when we did we didn't believe it would be possible to find it even with a medal detector.

    We couldn't believe that when we finally did call, Stanley found it within an hour!

    He went out just as it was about to get dark and lightly rain and found it for us! We asked how much his services are and he said that they do it for gratuity and only want to help people out because at The Ring Finders they understand that rings have so much more value then what the gold is worth.

    We are so grateful for Stanley and for The Ring Finders!

  • A thousand thanks to Chris Turner, Ring Finder Supreme
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    A thousand thanks to Chris Turner, Ring Finder Supreme

    After covering many miles on a day out in Vancouver, I was crushed to discover my wedding ring missing. I retraced my steps but no luck. After returning to Ottawa, and watching 4 days slide by, I had the idea to search online for “lost and found rings Vancouver” and was surprised to discover that The Ring Finders exist! Still without much hope, I reached out to Chris who responded right away and explained that, while it was a long shot, my ring might be at English Bay where I had washed my hands in the ocean. Chris didn’t waste a minute and graciously headed to the beach, knowing it was low tide. It is an enormous understatement to say that I was stunned when he found my ring within 10 minutes! Cheers from my entire family in Ottawa rang out - I am sure Chris heard us from 4000 km away:) Deep thanks to Chris from my husband of 21 years and me. Along with us, you have made so many people happy. What a gift. Now I want to be a ring finder too!

    All the best, Chris.

    You are an angel,

    Carolyn

  • Craig and Stephanie have returned a piece of myself. My ring means the world to me.
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    “I contacted Craig and Stephanie after my prized class ring slid off my finger into the Gulf of Mexico at a Captiva Island beach. I was throwing a football with a family friend on October 1, 2016 when my ring slid off into the water.

    Myself and 3 others searched for an hour or so in the murky water and were unable to locate my ring. The ring was my class ring from Texas A&M University and was given to me by my mother before I moved away for work. The ring had an immense amount of sentimental value to me.

    I returned home to Texas on Monday and thought all hope was lost. Tuesday, October 3, 2016, I was talking with a co-worker about the incident and he said ‘Oh yeah, there is this site of people that will search for your lost rings’. I was initially hesitant, but I decided to take a chance and contact Craig.

    His response was immediate and professional. Within a few moments of talking with Craig, I realized that my ring would be searched for diligently and thoughtfully and my hesitations disappeared. Several hours later, I received a text from Craig with a picture of my ring! They had managed to recover my ring several days later in 3-4 feet of water!

    In closing, Craig and Stephanie have returned a piece of myself. My ring means the world to me. And they did it in such a professional and caring manner. They communicated the whole time, worked hard, and even did the extra little things! What an amazing pair of people. They are simply the best type of people out there for the service they provide!”

  • RJ found the ring!! I can’t thank you enough RJ!!
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    My husband was playing ball and lost his wedding ring!! IN THE OCEAN. The waves were extra wavy that day, too. Anyway, I couldn’t just “let it go”. There had to be a way to get the ring back. So I went on Craigslist for PCB and searched “lost and found”. Most of the ads were for missing/found pets. BUT I found RJ who has a metal detector! He came out the next day, My husband showed him about where he lost the ring, and within 15 minutes RJ found the ring!! I can’t thank you enough RJ!!

  • Miraculously, RJ found my ring...
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    “I could not recommend the ring finders more! I lost my wedding ring in the ocean on a Saturday at 1:30. Within minutes, RJ was there. I gave him the info on where I lost my ring and left almost immediately because I had to get to a wedding. Miraculously, RJ found my ring, and he mailed it back to my house, hundreds of miles away (certified mail no less). He was incredibly courteous and professional. I really got the feeling that he just loves salvage and recovery. Needless to say, my wife and I were both happy that I lucked into RJ.” -Alex

  • Curtis really did save the day!!! Thank you!!!!
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    Curtis was amazing, and helped me find the earring. They sentimental value far exceeded the dollar value. They were the set of earrings my husband gave me on our wedding day and I was heartbroken that I had lost one. I had spent our on my hands and knees trying to find it with zero luck. Curtis really did save the day!!! Thank you!!!!

  • I,100%, recommend Darrin for your lost treasure searches!
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    I am so thankful to have found Darrin! My husband and I were so bummed about losing his ring because we bought it in a different state and it was his perfect ring. Darrin was such a great trooper through the whole process and he put up with me talking his ear off too :)

    I,100%, recommend Darrin for your lost treasure searches! Thanks again, Darrin!!

  • Rob and his wife proved to me that miracles do happen.
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    I am both pleased and honored to comment on Rob’s blog.

    I was absolutely devastated when my engagement ring, wedding band and a family wedding band from 1931, were accidently dropped in the river while I was swimming with friends. I do not think the devastation and grief I felt at that time can be expressed in words.

    After my friend accidently pulled them from my finger, my husband immediately dove and redove in an attempt to reach the bottom of the river to retrieve them; however, the water level was too deep for him to reach the bottom. Fortunately, he and his dad are very “Macgyver” oriented and believe there is a solution to all of life’s problems.

    After telling my father-in-law what happened, he immediately began making phone calls throughout Virginia to inquire what the best underwater detecting gear was and where he could purchase tools to begin recovery. Fortunately, one individual he spoke with had heard of Ring Finders and suggested we contact a professional instead of attempting the rescue ourselves.

    Excited that a group of individuals like Ring Finders existed, we immediately made contact with a group from Ring Finders and were back at the location I lost them one week later. Unfortunately, when things can go wrong they will, and our area was hit with a heavy storm the night before the dive, completely altering the river conditions. They still attempted the search to no avail and promised to return the following year since it was too late in the season to attempt another dive that year. Due to health issues, the individuals that previously searched for my rings last year were unable to go down this year and suggested I attempt to make contact with another diver with Ring Finders – that’s when I found Rob and his lovely wife.

    As Rob mentioned, the ring was lost on private property and it was difficult to arrange everyone’s schedules to make the search happen. Throughout the confusion of coordinating schedules, Rob was gracious, understanding, helpful and considerate. When one date did not work with everyone, he would give me two or three more to work with, eventually making the search happen. He and his amazing wife drove over three hours with all of their equipment to give me one last chance of finding my lost items. While I was not at the sight while they searched, I sent lots of positive vibes, prayers and hope that this would work, and it did – because of them, their dedication, patience and skill set. They sacrificed their personal time, expenses for travel and equipment expenses because a stranger had hope and faith that her lost items could be recovered and that they had a chance of retrieving them for her.

    Rob and his lovely wife not only returned an heirloom that has been in my family since 1931, they also returned my wedding set, which can now also be handed down for many generations to come thanks to their dedication and thoughtfulness.

    I feel that recovering three rings from a river a year after they were lost, that were buried in two inches of silt, 75 feet from the dock in almost 9 feet of water is nothing short of a miracle. Rob and his wife proved to me that miracles do happen.

    So – if you are missing anything of value – monetary or sentimental, do not hesitate to contact Rob and his lovely wife and keep faith and hope that your valuables will be retrieved. He made wonders happen for me and I have no doubt he will try his absolute best to make them happen for you too.

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    Thank you so much Norm. You are an amazing human being and an angel to come out so late at night and helping find the impossible. If it weren’t for you I would have had to have the car taken apart. Thank you again so much!!! Words cannot express how grateful and relieved I feel. Thank you again!!

  • thanks for saving our Honeymoon
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    Kim and I can’t thank Mark enough! We were on the way back to the rental car after a walk on the beach at night when her wedding ring slid off her finger and fell into the sand. We knew the general area it landed in, and got on our hands and knees and searched for it, but nothing.

    Married less than a week earlier, she was obviously distraught and sobbing. A couple of passers by stopped and helped us search in the sand, but no luck. Kim did not want to leave the area, and as Mark mentioned, we stayed overnight in our rental car to make sure no one disturbed the area where we thought the ring fell.

    Out of state and not sure what to do, luckily I found Mark’s name and contact info through The Ring Finders website. Waited until the morning to call, and he was at our location within a half hour. Seemingly within minutes, he had found her ring! What a life saver! We cannot thank Mark enough for his help and are so grateful, and cannot recommend him enough if you run into a similar situation. It was great to meet you Mark and talk with you after, thanks for saving our Honeymoon and an irreplaceable ring!

  • I was thrilled and very impressed with Chris's efficiency.
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    Last Sunday in Louis Hayes park I lost my rings. A set of 3, I found 2, but could not find the other. With evening approaching we left the park. On Monday I asked around to my co-workers if they had any ideas as to what I should do about my dilemma. Chris Dean was referred to me by Ken as a person that searched for lost belongings. Tuesday,

    I searched Facebook, befriended him and messaged Mr. Dean explaining that I lost a ring in Louis Hayes park and was curious if he could ...help.

    Chris was immediately responsive, and began to ask questions about where, when, how. Very impressed by his thoroughness, I had great confidence he could find it that day. However, because of the misplaced location,

    Chris said he would have to get permission from the parks. I sure am glad he knows what he is doing. Chris and his wife met my family down at Louis Hayes on Tuesday to show him the area where I suspected the ring to be.

    To my horror THE GRASS HAD BEEN MOWED! What if the lawn mower had chewed it up so bad, it was no longer wearable? I was worried, but Chris was reassuring and hopeful. Next day, Chris text me a picture of my lost ring! How exciting! I met Chris after work and put my ring back where it belonged. I was thrilled and very impressed with Chris's efficiency. I cannot give enough thank you's for doing a great job.

  • Being reunited with our special ring is a blessing. Thank you Keith for making it possible!
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    Ellen & I grew up in Westerly and Stonington. I moved to San Diego in 1983 with General Dynamics. I do software development for Qualcomm, Inc. We travel back to Westerly multiple times a year. This trip was unplanned, as it was attend the funeral service for my brother Lou. Lou passed away unexpectedly on Aug 2nd. I had been doing a lot of swim training the past few months, in preparation for a charity swim event. Here is a link about the charity a local News station did on the event this past weekend: http://www.cw6sandiego.com/hero-story-bridge-hope-swim-24/ I wanted to continue my swim training while in Westerly. Since the weather was nice, I decided to try ocean swimming instead of pool at the Westerly YMCA. The plan was to meet my niece, Kaitlyn, down at the Westerly Town Beach that morning (Tuesday) for some training.

    In order to get additional exercise, I decided to ride an old 10-speed bike from Westerly to the beach. My wife had been insistent that she drive me down to the beach as opposed to me riding the bike. She was concerned with my safety, but I insisted and rode the bike. Once at the beach, I paced off the various distances from one end of the property to the other also noting the distances between lifeguard chairs. I started at the east end of the Town Beach in waist deep water. When I go surfing, I always put tape around my finger to prevent the ring from sliding off. When I did my swim training in the pools, my wedding ring would become loose, but I always managed to maneuver it back into place preventing it from sliding completely off my hand. After swimming only about 50 yards, I had a sinking feeling (pun intended) in my gut as I realized my wedding ring was no longer on my finger! I immediately stood up, turned to the shore to find a landmark to indicate where I had stopped. It was a sunny morning and nobody else was in the water. My first thought was that “I can find this”! I slowly and methodically made my way back to the starting point of my swim, then returned to my stopping point. I repeated this process for about 45 minutes, hoping and praying I might spot the ring or a reflection off the ring from the sun. I had no luck. I returned to my stopping point, then paced off the distance to the landmark I used when I first realized the ring was gone.

    I biked back into Westerly. During the entire ride back to Westerly, I couldn’t stop thinking about how the ring had now been in the family for a couple generations and that I was the one to lose it, not to mention how my wife would react. I returned to our house and broke the news to my wife. She was naturally very upset by the news, since the ring was not only the representation of our love for one another but also part of our family history. She told me she had a bad feeling all along about the bike ride and swim. Maybe worth noting as to why my wife may have add the “bad feeling”… we were married at St. Michael’s church in 1986 and on Monday we drove by the church to see the construction progress only to see it leveled! We knew they were renovating the church, but were shocked to see it totally gone!

    I next checked the tide schedule, hoping it wasn’t low tide. As you might have guessed, it was dead low tide when I lost the ring, meaning it would be under water for some time. I started to search the internet for waterproof metal detector rentals when I came across https://theringfinders.com. I had never heard of anybody doing this type of work. I found that Keith Wille (www.theringfinders.com/keith.wille ) was fairly local. I read his blog and suddenly got the feeling that there might be some hope. I contacted Keith via email. Keith responded very quickly and also conveyed his sympathy for our losses of my brother Lou and the wedding ring. He assured me that he has had success retrieving rings in water! We tried to schedule a meeting and retrieval the following day (Wednesday), but Keith’s schedule was already full. To complicate things a little, I had to return to San Diego on Thursday morning. Ellen was returning to San Diego a few days after me. Keith told me he would meet me Thursday anytime that was convenient and prior to me heading to the airport. So, as to not be without a wedding ring for the trip, Ellen and I went to Nigrelli’s Jewelry on Wednesday to purchase a potential replacement ring. I say potential because I had faith in Keith! J

    Keith met my wife and I at 8am down at the town beach. It was sunny and the water was calm. My first impressions of Keith, when we exchanged text messages and phone calls, gave me a high level of hope that he was legitimate. When meeting Keith in person, my confidence level went way up that he would find the ring! Keith is clean-cut, professional, in good shape, and military looking. He told me that he teaches survival training to folks in the military & to pilots. Cool! Keith is also a commercial diver. Keith also maintained continuous communication since our initial contact. One thing I noticed on Keith’s ring finger, was a royal blue colored rubber ring. I asked him about it and he told me it was a silicone ring. He wore it when diving so he wouldn’t lose his ring! Interesting because Ellen and I had never seen nor heard of such an item.

    Keith wanted to meet in person to have me physically show him my landmarks, repeat the description of my activities, and get a feel for the distance from the landmark to the water. I showed him the area of the beach/water, landmarks, and distances. At 8:30, we left the beach and headed to Green airport in Warwick. At that time, Keith was returning to his car to retrieve his equipment. Ellen and I had talked about Keith on the ride to Warwick and I told her I had faith in him. There were some good traits about him that gave me confidence! As soon as I checked my bags and got through TSA security, I received a text message from Keith. The text was sent to both Ellen and I. It was a picture of my ring! The picture clearly showed our inscription, so it was easily recognized. I called him immediately and when he answered, I said “I knew you’d find it!” Ellen was driving back to Westerly by this time and called me a short while afterwards. She drove straight to meet Keith at the Town Beach to get the ring. She said that the weather was so strange on the drive back from the airport into Westerly that morning. It went from a nice sunny morning, to heavy rain, thunder and lightning! I told her it was the power in that ring being unleashed because it wasn’t on the right finger!! J

    Keith is GREAT!!! Keith found the ring so quickly. Keith took our loss to heart and went out of his way to meet with us on our schedule. Keith was very humble and gracious when accepting our gratitude. Please, please, please do not hesitate contacting Keith should you find yourself in a similar situation. Keith has a “page of smiles” on his website that has photos of some of the people he has helped – very heartwarming. Every time I tell someone this story and get to the part about Keith finding the ring, their facial expression is one of amazement. And rightly so! They are also intrigued by the work Keith does. Being reunited with our special ring is a blessing. Thank you Keith for making it possible!

  • Jim Wren gave me that chance. My guardian Angel! I
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    I know we have all had those moments in our lives where we would like to have a “ Do-Over”! A moment where you would have done something differently, but we don’t always get that chance.

    Well this time I did get that chance. Jim Wren gave me that chance. My guardian Angel! I was near Holden beach and had taken off all my jewelry except a gold toe ring. Which I never take off. I had not even remembered quite honestly that it was on.

    This was a ring that had been made for me from another special ring. This was irreplaceable! I found Jim’s name on the ring finders.com and that’s where and when my Do Over began.

    Jim made me feel so good with each and every conversation. I had resigned myself to having lost my ring. But Jim’s focus was never how much he was getting paid but finding what meant so much to me.

    It was so obvious that he was passionate about what he did in helping people. He was relentless going repeatedly to the beach for over a week. Never seeming to give up! For that I am eternally grateful!

    Heidi A

  • My friends are amazed by this story and think Stan is a hero. And so do I.
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    It’s ironic that I live close to the beach but never actually go and sit on the beach for pleasure… So the one time I actually did go and sit on the beach with visiting family members was the time I managed to lose my wedding ring.

    I walked down to the beach to join my sister and her family to be social for a couple of hours and we sat there enjoying ourselves in the sun. I took my two rings off to apply sunscreen, put them in the side pocket of my beach chair and forgot all about them.

    I later walked home with my sister, leaving my brother in law to pack up the chairs and supplies and walk to the road where we could pick them up with the car. An hour later, I realised my rings were missing and knew exactly what had happened to them.

    We all raced back to the beach in a terrible panic. The rings were valuable and meaningful and I had worn them both for many years. My daughter managed to find one ring in the sand, right where we had been sitting, so I was hopeful my wedding ring couldn’t be too far away. Despite several of us searching we could not find it.

    Strangers helped us, a passer by with a metal detector tried for two hours to find my ring, but as darkness fell I knew it was lost in the sand and we had run out of time and chances to find it. I went home terribly upset.

    That’s what I got for going to the beach for fun. I had lost my wedding ring of 21 years and had no-one to blame but myself. I loved wearing it and looking it and knowing what it represented and I knew it was my own fault for losing it. It had been custom made for me and was valuable, but its sentimental value was priceless.

    Now I had to go home and tell husband I had lost 21 years of history because I had been careless. As I sat at my computer late that night trying to come to terms with the loss, I googled how to find lost jewelry on the beach and up popped several results for theringfinders website. I never knew it existed. A few mouse clicks led me to Stan, and his page encouraged people like me to call day or night and gave me one last bit of hope that maybe all was not as lost as it seemed.

    I wasn’t ready to give up and accept it was gone forever without one last try, and testimonials on Stan’s page convinced me that maybe it could be found. Stan was calm and nonjudgmental, didn’t mind me calling him so late and only concerned about getting to the beach as soon as possible in the morning.

    I emailed him a picture of my ring and as much detail about where I lost it as I could. He drove out to Malibu and was on the beach in total darkness with his headlamp on, gridding and searching for my ring by 6AM. I was stunned that a total stranger would invest himself in searching for my lost ring before dawn. I was down with him at 6.20 AM. Stan failed to find the ring anywhere near the other one and I was in despair, yet he was positive and determined and refused to give up. My brother in law helped show him the route he had taken towards the road with the chairs and they widened their search.

    At 7.15AM, I saw them huddled over something Stan had found with his detector and sensors and as I walked over to them Stan turned around and held up my ring. I was almost in tears, I was so happy. I couldn’t believe it…

    I threw my arms around Stan, a complete stranger to me, and hugged him as hard as I could on the beach, as the tractor came towards us raking the beach, right where my ring was located. Stan found it, and in the nick of time.

    I guess the moral of the story is to leave your rings at home when you go to the beach, but this saga also taught me never to give up until all hope is lost, and that there are some decent, caring people out there in the world.

    I am so grateful for Stan and his willingness to drive 70 miles in the dead of night to come to my rescue. He is an exceptional, kind human being and I will never forget how he helped reunite me with my beautiful ring. We took him home for coffee and breakfast and he’s a legend now on my FaceBook page. My friends are amazed by this story and think Stan is a hero. And so do I. Stan, I will remember you as long as I live and will always be grateful to you. THANK YOU!!!

  • A huge thank you to Keith Wille.
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    After not being found within a week after I lost my rings, I thought I would never see them again. Turns out, I was wrong. A MONTH after I lost them, The Ring Finders were able to find not one, but both. I’m in shock and so incredibly happy. A huge thank you to Keith Wille.

  • This man went above and beyond and is my hero! We need more people like Stanley Ross!
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    Cool story! On the 10th I went to the beach and while there I took off my chain with my grandfather’s WWII dog tags. These tags are priceless to me and most prized possession.

    Well, l lost them! After searching until the sun went down I went back the following morning, dug up at least 20 sq ft of sand in the same area with no luck.

    On the 12th I hired a local man with a metal detection business to come out and after searching the entire cove for several hours we reluctantly gave up. I’ve been so sad and depressed and had given up hope until I received this message earlier today.

    He had gone back on his own accord with a detector that would search deeper since they were possibly buried by me and/or the tide. He had no luck again but as he left walking along the cliffs he looks up to see a shiny object which turned out to be my grandfather’s tags. A bird had taken them and after deciding they were useless left them on the cliff. This man went above and beyond and is my hero! We need more people like Stanley Ross!

  • Thank you again for bringing joy and laughter back into the family
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    My name is Dennis Pittman and I am the husband of Megan. A few days ago you and your crew shocked us all by finding Megan's ring at Hess Lake. I just wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your hard work and dedication to find Megan's ring. When Megan called to tell me know her ring was lost we were all devastated and the thought of finding it never even crossed my mind. The next day was pretty rough trying to decide what to do next while still trying to figure out exactly how something like this could happen.

    After hearing that you and your crew would be attempting to find the ring I honestly wasn't sure how it would go. A big cloudy lake with a small ring just seemed like too difficult a task. However, after the first day of searching when Patrice told me how convinced you were that you would find the ring, my spirits started to change. I was shocked, amazed and so thankful when I got the call that the ring had been found. We now have an incredible story to share rather than a horrible memory of a lost ring.

    Thank you again for bringing joy and laughter back into the family after some disappointing days. Your services and dedication are invaluable.

    Sincerely,

    Dennis Pittman

  • There are so many wonderful people in this country and Keith you are one of them.
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    To the great Finder,

    Keith you don’t know how much I appreciate you finding my wedding band. It was given to me by my late wife and was an emotional tie to her and our fifty years of marriage.

    My wife had great faith in ST Anthony patron saint of lost articles. My son John said I should pray to him. I did not but he did.

    There are so many wonderful people in this country and Keith you are one of them.

    In deep appreciation,

    Elias (Lou) Hage

  • Chris was enthusiastic and well prepaid,
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    "While trying out paddle-boarding for the first time at Kits beach, my wedding ring somehow came off my finger without my knowledge. I only noticed that my ring was missing as I left the water.

    Considering that I had fallen off repeatedly in a very wide area, I just assumed the worst and give up on finding the ring. I informed the lost and found at the beach, and they recommended I look for a metal detector service to find it.

    I went home and searched the net for a bit and found theringfinders.com and found Chris's profile. Thinking my ring was on the ocean floor I didn't have much hope but gave Chris an email. Minuets later my phone was ringing,

    Chris was ready to start the search! We met that very night and Chris was enthusiastic and well prepaid, bringing his underwater metal detector. He searched a wide area over multiple days, while always sending photos, videos and follow-up questions during the search. By reviewing the videos

    Chris was able to narrow down the possible location, and low and behold, he found it the next day, waist high in water! I was speechless and thankful. If you ever lose your ring, I would highly recommend that you give Chris and theringfinders.com site a visit. Chris truly wants you to find your ring and he shows it in his professionalism, commitment and friendliness."

  • Norm was amazing!
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    Norm was amazing! I called at 2pm we met at 4pm. He was very professional and polite! He was patient and thorough with his exploration of the site. He kept searching after I had given up hope. He definitely made my day, I would recommend him to anyone who lost an object!

    -Daniel

  • What an incredible experience this was for me, I thank you with all my heart!!
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    Chris, I cannot thank you enough and express how grateful I am that you found my ring! I was with my son at Spanish Banks beach for the Youth Beach Provincial volleyball tournament and I took off my ring to put sunscreen on him and placed it in the cup holder of my chair. Much to my dismay, I forgot to put immediately back on and proceeded to pick up my chair to go cheer him on in his final match of the day, on the other side of the beach. When I sat down, panic set in as I realized what I had done, and of course my ring was no longer in the cup holder. I desperately retraced my steps, but to no avail, my diamond wedding band I received for my 20th anniversary was lost. Needless to say, I cried for the next two days straight whenever I looked at my finger. While watching the news on Tuesday morning, they played a story about a ring finder who found a ring in the ocean which triggered the idea to look for a ring finder in Vancouver. I admit I was skeptical in the beginning, but I was also desperate to find my ring and would have done almost anything, so I contacted Chris at the Ring Finders. He went to the beach at 11:00 pm to start looking for my ring, after already working a 14 hour day, which already shows what a great person he is. I woke up the next morning to a text with a picture of my ring and the caption “No more crying”, but of course I cried again – but this time they were tears of joy.

    Chris is such an amazing person, he doesn’t charge a fee, only works on a rewards basis and after meeting him in person I can tell that he is really passionate about giving people a happy ending! What an incredible experience this was for me, I thank you with all my heart!!

    Wendy

  • I would recommend Jim for the job without hesitation.
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    To think you can actually recover a lost ring in the ocean. I was reluctant when Eleazar called Jim for help. Jim was true to every word he said to us. He showed up when he said he would and found Eleazar’s ring in that choppy ocean.

    Jim was in knee deep water with jellyfish trying to find something that wasn’t his and not expecting a dime if he found anything. Jim is an amazing person! I am still in shock that he was able to recover my husband’s wedding band! Thank you Jim!

    I would recommend Jim for the job without hesitation. What he did for us and what he can do for others is wonderful! Call him as soon as you lose something on the beach. He will be there within the hour if he’s not on a job.

    He’s so nice, knows what he’s doing, and will keep searching to find your treasure. What a guy!

    Natalie

  • I would recommend him to anyone who has lost an item
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    My husband and I were on vacation in North Myrtle celebrating our anniversary. My husband and daughter were tossing a ball back and forth in the surf and shortly afterwards we realized his wedding band was missing.

    We looked, to no avail, and considered the ring a loss. We were almost sick the rest of the afternoon, but I thought I would put an ad on Craigslist “lost and found” in case an honest person found it. While I was making the post, I saw an ad for Ringfinders.

    I was skeptical, but thought it was worth a shot. I called Jim Wren and he put me at ease right away. He was very professional when we met to show him the area where we thought the ring was, and told me he would call if he found it.

    I really didn’t expect to hear from Jim, but around 7:00 that afternoon he sent a text with a picture of him holding the ring!!! Our prayers were answered, and we couldn’t be more excited to go meet him to get the ring.

    I would recommend him to anyone who has lost an item-he seemed genuinely concerned about us and our feelings. I can’t thank him enough!!”

    Amanda LaCroix Johnson

  • 5 minutes both were found. UNBELIEVABLE!!!
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    Laguna Bch.. Megan and Brad's 17yr. Wedding ring set. Authored by Megan

    Yesterday, at the beach, our vacation took a downturn. I took off my wedding rings to apply sunscreen .... They were not seen again. Our site looked like an archeological dig to no avail.

    Today Brad googled "metal detector Laguna Beach" (we were thinking about renting one) and found a group called The Ring Finders - metal detecting specialists. We called one of them and he came out this afternoon.

    We showed him the area we had been and within 5 minutes both were found. UNBELIEVABLE!!! Vacation saved. So I have to give a shoutout to our guy- Stan Ross! They didn't charge a fee, so while I gave him a huge hug, Brad gave him a wad of cash.

  • Turns out Jim from The Ring Finders of North Myrtle Beach SC was my saving grace!!
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    What began as our first family vacation in years quickly turned the corner when I lost my wedding ring in the Atlantic Ocean 15 minutes into our trip while surfing …

    I thought tonight while in Myrtle Beach we would be celebrating completing the first year of Nurse Practitioner school, surviving a day of surfing, or just being together as a family….

    After hours and hours of walking the beach and several tears being shed, we gave a desperate plea of googling and coming across a local “ring finder.” Turns out Jim from The Ring Finders of North Myrtle Beach SC was my saving grace!!

    He came immediately following our phone call and swept the water up and down and back and forth with his metal detector. Not only did he give me reassurance and confidence that he would find it, even if it meant searching for weeks, he gave me evidence…MY RING!!!!!

    Most people do not know people like Jim are out there ready to help out of the pure goodness of their hearts and with very little recognition! So if your ever in my position… First, take your ring off before you get in the water or know people like Jim are out there just waiting to help!!! Thank you Jim!!!!”

    Jenna Long

  • It was truly a miracle and he is AMAZING!..Thank you Rj Williams and your sweet wife!!
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    Today playing catch with Charlie and Will in the water at Rosemary Beach, my wedding rings flew off my hand and sank into the ocean.

    We were about 60 feet out from the shore on the second sand bar. Both of our families plus other swimmers searched over and hour but no one could find them.

    Then heaven sent Rj Williams (https://theringfinders.com/blog/Rj.Williams/) around 4 in the afternoon with his underwater metal detector & scoop and he found BOTH RINGS in under 5 minutes!!

    It was truly a miracle and he is AMAZING! Keep this name and number in your phone and please pass it along if you are traveling to the Florida beaches. We can’t thank him enough. Thank you Rj Williams and your sweet wife!!

  • Both my husband and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
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    I have shared my story with all my friends and family! I am so thankful for you guys and to know there are such nice people like you in the world brightens my day. I wish there was so much more I could do for you both, and one day I hope to give more!

    Both my husband and I thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Even our 2 year old was thrilled you found my ring! Some things are just irreplaceable and not everyone understands, but I can see that you guys do! Thank you thank you thank you!

  • Patsaneia is one happy lady, after getting her ring back
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    Thank you so much Jim. We are so happy that you found our ring. From the first call,

    you have been so polite and professional. From going out to the Dunes hotel to find our ring. I was hoping to hear back from you soon. After a couple of hours the first text that i had gotten was a picture of our ring in your hand saying you found it. We had our doubts but I can not tell you enough how much relief it was knowing that soon we would have our ring back. Patsaneia is one happy lady, after getting her ring back. Thank you from the both of us

  • Gregg, thank you again so much. I am still at a loss for words and cannot believe that you found my rings yesterday
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    Gregg, thank you again so much. I am still at a loss for words and cannot believe that you found my rings yesterday. I prayed so much and the entire time.... it didn't even feel real! You are a hero to me and the perfect example that if you pray hard enough, God will never let you down, and I owe so much of my happiness right now to you! I feel like I am the talk of my community right now.... Everyone is STUNNNED! I don't think I can say thank you enough. All I have to say is keep doing what you do! I cannot even imagine how much happiness you have brought to people since you have been finding rings. My entire family and friends loved reading your blog post. You said such kind things about my parents and I want to thank you for that as well. I am so happy you enjoyed my moms food (that is my favorite dish she makes!) Thanks again Gregg, and take care.

    Noor

  • Ken was undeterred. "Oh I'll find it,"
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    Canada Day weekend our family was swimming in Okanagan Lake. I reached out to my son and was filled with terror as I realized my wedding ring was gone!

    A panicked search by my husband, son and several helpful beachgoers proved unsuccessful. That was when a gentleman at the beach told me about Ken. He responded to my email almost immediately and was in the water at 5am the next morning.

    He didn't find it that day, but Ken was undeterred. "Oh I'll find it," he said. Sure enough, Tuesday morning, deep in the waters of Okanagan Lake he got a hit and knew it was my ring. He was right!

    Besides the financial value, my wedding ring was created with stones from my mother and grandmothers jewellery and is very dear to me. I had lost all hope of ever finding it.

    Thank you so much Ken!

    Heidi Marshall

  • I am blessed beyond measure to have been able to come across The Ring Finders! What you guys do is phenomenal!
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    Jim,

    I can’t tell you over and over again how amazing you are! My whole family is still in awe that we have my wedding band! When I received the text message from you with the picture of my wedding band – many of us were speechless.

    I am blessed beyond measure to have been able to come across The Ring Finders! What you guys do is phenomenal!

    My thought process in calling you was that I was so incredibly thankful that you would come out but I really did not have a lot of hope. I just didn’t want to leave without a fight when it came to losing my ring set.

    But I still just can’t even put into words my thankfulness to you. you showed up 20 minutes after I called you and the type of person that you are showed from the first time I met you.

    It was pretty reassuring to have such a wonderful person (trustworthy) searching for it. Josh and I are forever grateful. And we’re grateful you feel as though you haven’t given up on my engagement ring!!!”

    Lyndsey Lovett

  • I recently lost my beloved engagement ring and Earl saved the day!
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    Earl,

    Thank you again!

    I recently lost my beloved engagement ring and Earl saved the day! I cannot say enough about how incredibly grateful I am for his willingness to go above and beyond on his holiday weekend to help us out. He was not only an extreme pleasure to meet, but an amazingly talented treasure finder. I can’t express how much the time he spent to search out my ring meant to me and my fiancé. He was absolutely amazing and I am beyond thankful for the work he did to find it for me. Earl is incredible, he is fantastic at what he does and generally an awesome person. His professionalism was exemplary. Thank you so much for your time and expertise, you made me so happy and I am so grateful people like you are out there, I cannot express my gratitude enough. Thank you so much!!

    Thrilled we got to meet you!

    Thank you,

    Paige Ulvi

  • John is definitely a professional that takes this job to heart.I owe a great deal of thanks to John!
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    I lost tungsten carbide wedding ring during a brief foot chase and scuffle with a wanted suspect in the pitch dark field (~0130am). At this point, I went into panic mode for fear of 1)pissing off the wife, and 2)losing something of high sentimental value (Granted the ring itself only costed ~$200) i had 8+ officers on scene with high intensity flashlights helping me search the field, but it would still seem hopeless due to the size of the field.

    I did a quick Google search (still on scene)if a metal detector would help as I could go to the 24hr Walmart and pick it up. I learned that it could help, but an expert with its use would the quickest and higher success rate vs. me buying and trying to learn how to use it blind. I also found Houston Metal Detecting services in my search. Found John was local and bookmarked it to call in the AM. Finished the processing of the suspect (with a really distracted mind of course) and went home.

    I definitely had trouble sleeping and had dreams of finding my ring, only to wake up and not feeling it there. 9AM, I called John Volek and he arranged to meet me at the site within the hour. He sensed my sense of urgency and arranged his schedule to it. Around 10Am, I met John and leaned that he was a brother in blue and a supervisor with his agency. I briefed him on the details and he immediately established a “hot spot” to start the search in the scorching Houston heat. Within 15 mins, he tells me to search an area that he staked. I was using his handheld mini-metal detector to search the staked spots, and this last spot, had the glimmering tungsten ring sitting on top of the grass. A huge feeling of relief and gratefuness came over me and I will remember the exact feeling and vision of finding the ring forever. I don’t know how many times i and other coworkers walked over this very same spot searching the night before!

    John is definitely a professional that takes this job to heart. He shares the sense of urgency and I can tell he loves the look of satisfaction and relief of his customers. To him, it looks as if he finds helping people with this task very rewarding. I was surprised his expertise is UNDERWATER metal detecting. I owe a great deal of thanks to John!

  • It’s really awesome to meet someone who’s so kind and dedicated.
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    Thank you very much Joe!

    Im the guy in the pic above… And I bet you could imagine the panic that was going through my head when I lost the rings! It was also heart wrenching to watch the couple – who put their rings in my hand along with their trust – go through the process of thinking that they would never see their cherished items again. I had to continue with the shoot but the idea popped up about having someone with a metal detector come out and help search for the rings. I did a quick google search and found theringfinders.com and went to USA>Hawaii and gave the first guy a call.. He was kind and helpful. He suggested that I should give Joe a call because he was already preocupied. As Joe said, he called me back and we set a time to meet… he said that he wanted to go ASAP and the sun was already set… We met up around 820pm. Amazed by how dedicated he was to help MY customers! We drove to Waimanalo and I showed him where I lost the rings, he drew a few lines in the sand and went at it. No more than 5 mins later, there they were. I immediately took a pick and sent it to my couple. Our smiles were from ear to ear! We are very grateful for Joes services and kindness. It’s really awesome to meet someone who’s so kind and dedicated. He took a reward for finding the rings which he left up to us and I gave him everything I had in my pocket. He told me that it was too much, but I thought it wasn’t enough.

  • Thank you so much.
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    Thank you so much. I never thought there was even a chance to ever see one of them again.”

  • Gregg was absolutely the best!
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    Gregg was absolutely the best! I don’t know what I would have done if it weren’t for theringfinders.com!

  • Mr John is THE REAL DEAL
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    After calling a few other so called revovery specialists ( won’t mention any names) I ran across Mr John.

    Unlike the others Mr John was concerned about the recovery of my chain. He never mentioned a price which i thought was unique. When Mr J arrived on the scene after a quik meet and greet and a glance at the equipment he was preparing to use i immediately felt hopeful about the recovery of my chain.

    I gave him a recap of how my chain ended up in the lake. Mr John entered the murky chocolate water lake and to my best recollection i pointed out an area where it was. After being under for about 10 minutes Mr John popped up and in a talking in a scuba mask darth vader voice said ” its impossible its too much trash down there ”

    I felt disappointed and began to walk away head hanging down before i could turn all the way around out of the corner of my eye i was blinded by the diamonds and gold

    Mr John was pulling out of his glove.Words couldn’t explain my feeling . If you are reading this and has an item lost and you know about where it is don’t hesitate calling Mr John. YOU WONT REGRET IT THIS IS A TRUE STORY I HAVE BEEN COMPENSATED WITH THE RETURN OF MY CROSS AND CHAIN. Mr John is THE REAL DEAL .

  • Thank you so much, you guys are amazing.”
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    “I made the silly mistake of not removing my wedding ring when I went looking for sea shells in the ocean at Tarpon Bay beach on Sanibel Island. Within a minute or two of being in the water it had slipped off my finger.

    We were devastated especially as Sanibel was where we spent part of our honeymoon almost exactly 5 years ago.

    That evening my wife Emma googled how to find a lost ring in the ocean, she found a website created by a guy in Vancouver for just this sort of problem. It gave details of people in all different areas that specialize in finding items using metal detectors.

    I emailed Craig (at around 9pm) and within minutes he called me and arranged to meet me at the beach the following day.

    I meet Craig and his wife at the car park and they got their gear out and started looking. Just over an hour later Craig found my ring buried 7″ in the sand in around 3′ of water.

    I never thought I would see it again and I am so happy to have it back on my finger. Thank you so much, you guys are amazing.”

  • So, from one dad to another, THANK YOU my friend. THANK YOU, for making my “little girl’s” wish a reality.
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    I don’t know how to thank you, as mere words cannot express the gratitude we have for what you did. You see, Kaley is my daughter. My one and only!

    When she called us at 3:00am and told us her ring was “gone”, our hearts sank. We know how much that ring means to her. We purchased the insurance to replace the ring when we bought it. But, to her it was just “not the same”. Knowing that there was NO WAY she would ever find her ring again, I tried to do what any dad would do. I told her it would be okay, “we will get you another one”.

    In my heart I knew she would never be happy with “another one”. Yet we had to do something! She told us she had contacted you and we thought “1 in a trillion chance” that you would find it.

    When she forwarded us your text and the picture, we were blown away! This couldn’t be. It had to be “lost at sea”, “eaten by fish”, or “buried forever in the shifting sands”. But, YOU did it! You were the one in a trillion. So, from one dad to another, THANK YOU my friend. THANK YOU, for making my “little girl’s” wish a reality. We will be taking her to Kansas in a couple of weeks. I know that that meeting you and knowing what you did, will always be with her. Your kindness and the generosity of your time means so very much. Thank you again! Have a blessed day!

  • The ring was insured, but no amount of insurance money would have given us back what Jim gave us — the original ring
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    We are SO thankful to Jim. His hard work and dedication really made the difference on finding this ring. After the first hour, we thought it was basically hopeless. Jim kept pushing on, trying a different detector, trying different areas and talking to everyone he could to get a better idea of where the ring might be. He was not going to give up — and he didn’t! Strangers on the beach were still cheering and talking about him long after he found our ring.

    The ring was insured, but no amount of insurance money would have given us back what Jim gave us — the original ring with all its associated sentimental value. Jim, you are wonderful man and you turned a potentially very sad situation into a joyous memory we will cherish. Thank you so much!!

    Ed & Diane

  • Huge thanks Constantine! He is was immediately willing to help
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    Constantine you’re amazing!

    Whilst on a camping holiday near Cirencester, my husbands wedding ring came flying off his finger whilst chucking a rugby ball around on the campsite. After an unsuccessful evening of searching in the grass, I googled how to find a lost ring. Theringfinders.com came up and luckily Constantine was reasonably close by in Oxford. After giving him a call, Constantine was at the site and searching within an hour! And I’ve very pleased to say my husbands wedding band was found in one hour! We were so happy to see it and are pretty sure we would be driving home with it if it wasn’t for Constantine. Huge thanks Constantine! He is was immediately willing to help and full of confidence that he would find the ring, which he did! Yay!

  • Jim, you are an angel!
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    Jim, you are an angel! We were mourning the loss of that ring and accepting the fact that it was long gone. Matt was truly heartbroken because it was his original wedding ring. Jewelry can be replaced but that band stands for so much more to both of us. You’ve given us an irreplaceable gift and we will be forever grateful. Yes, we have Gracie to thank, too. When we had given up, the faith and determination of a child delivered us a little miracle. Thank you so much Jim!

  • You guy’s are definitely our hero’s
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    Jim & Matt,

    Thank you so much for looking for my daughters(Mandy F.) ring. She was very heartbroken when she lost it. She tried to hide it but I knew it really affected her. You guy’s are definitely our hero’s and we appreciate all you have done for her and for other’s like her. Not too many good and honest people in this world anymore. Thanks again!

  • Mike is so kind and so helpful…I was so happy I cried!!!
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    I don’t quite know how to thank Mike. I lost a ring that had belonged to my mother that on Mother’s day, I passed along to my daughter. There was so much emotion tied up in the this ring with the connection to my lovely mom! I hunted for six hours on my own, digging through the gardens where I had been working, hunting through, bags of grass seed where I had been planting grass, and sifting through dirt I had dug. I rented a metal detector and came up blank. I called Mike and he kindly came as soon as he could. We spent an hour or two retracing steps and I was beginning to give up hope as I thought that I had looked pretty thoroughly….. Then we heard the beeps and Mike pulled this ring out of the dirt – in a place where I had looked three times! I was so happy I cried!!! It feels like a little part of my mom and I am so happy to be able to pass this on to my daughter. Mike is so kind and so helpful…! I am sure that he has many great stories to tell. Wonderful person!!!

  • John is truly a humanitarian.
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    My wife and I are greatly in debt to John Volek who drove from Sugarland to mustang island and tenaciously worked to find my wife’s wedding ring which was only two months old! John is truly a humanitarian. I appreciated his kindness and understanding. With his expertise and top notch equipment he was able to locate my wife’s ring which ended up in the surf no where near the designated area. I appreciate his skillfulness in not giving up! It’s as though he has a sixth sense!! Just talking to him you can tell he knows what he is doing and genuinely interested in helping people! I would use him again in a heartbeat! Good work John!!!!

    Best regards

    Gary & Martha

  • It was a sickening feeling when I noticed my wedding band was no longer on my finger.
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    It was a sickening feeling when I noticed my wedding band was no longer on my finger. We went back to the beach and, at that point, I hoped it had fallen off where we were sitting on the beach chairs but feared it had fallen off when I was in the lagoon earlier for an hour. Luckily, I had kept to a limited area in the lagoon with some fairly good reference points so I had a good idea of the area where it might be. But as anyone here would know who has lost jewelry in the sandy bottom of the sea, it sinks into the sand. We spent an hour looking for it but had to give up. The hotel suggested contacting someone with a metal detector I found Joe on this site.

    Joe was in California when I called but due back the following afternoon. After speaking with Joe on the phone, I had a lot of confidence that he’d find it. Even though he’d been away from his home and family, Joe literally landed from his flight, went home to grab his gear, and drove through mid-afternoon traffic to reach us at the other side of the island. After I pointed out the search area, he told us to go relax on the beach. We didn’t have much time to do that as he found the ring after about 10 minutes!!

    While I am, of course, so relieved and happy to get the ring back, I was also extremely impressed by how professional, kind and awesome Joe was during the entire experience. I wanted to buy him a drink afterwards but he needed to head off to Waikiki to help another couple in need. And that pretty much sums up the guy he is. Would love to buy you a drink next time we are in Oahu, Joe!

    Mahalo nui loa,

    Steve and Christine

  • What you have achieved is nothing short of a miracle
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    Hi Chris, I am Bradley's mom. What you have achieved is nothing short of a miracle. I know Brad was devastated and has spent hours in the park, as did I on the Friday, looking for the ring. I think Brad & Darrell had a search party and metal detector out on the Thursday as well. We are all so thrilled at what you were able to do for them yesterday. A million thank you's to you!!!!! Also so interesting that you were talking to Arthur (Pops) while you were there. I have no doubt that he was there and that he is also very pleased that his ring is back with Bradley where it belongs!

  • John was professional, prompt and above all successful!!!
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    I thought looking up ring finders on the Internet was a total long shot. It was just the opposite. I found John who works in this region of Texas and called him. To my surprise he answered my call and was able to come immediately. His fee for the outcall was completely reasonable and if the item was found he only expected a reward I could afford. Within 10 minutes of him searching my yard he found it!!!!-my husband’s gold and diamond wedding band. John was professional, prompt and above all successful!!! Thank you John Volek.

  • Thank you again for helping us! God bless you my friend! Mahalo!!!
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    Aloha Joe!!

    My wife and I are still talking about you finding my wedding band!!! Talitha was so disappointed when I’d lost it and after searching with our hands and feet for hours the look of defeat on Talitha’s face was heart breaking. She kept saying it’s not about the monetary value, it’s more about the meaning of us becoming one in the eyes of God. Talitha was so determined to find it and even prayed about it. But we didn’t give up that easy. We saw a lady on the beach with a metal detector and I asked her if it works in the water? She advised there’s a guy who is here ever day around sunset, finds 2-3 rings a day and posts them on the net. We searched high and low for this guy for two days straight and…nothing! After searching the net we found you!

    Talitha is a strong believer that you, Joe, are an angel sent from God. We can’t thank you enough for finding my wedding band, it means the world to us! There was no mucking around with you and to find someone from the net who we barely knew to place the trust in your hands, you are so genuine and so honest…that can only be God’s work. Your services are excellent and with no time at all you found my ring. It’s so nice to be surrounded by good genuine people. We wish you all the success in the world Joe! You have only GOOD karma heading your way. Thank you again for helping us! God bless you my friend! Mahalo!!!

  • Joe came in as a saviour today
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    We can’t thank enough for what Joe has done for us, today. As he correctly mentioned, the ring has a lot of sentiments tied to it.

    Joe came in as a saviour today. He also helped us in calming down and bringing in the positive vibes. I’ve recommended Joe’s services on other blogs as well.

    The local police deptt, was also very happy and thankful to Joe for finding the ring for us. A big vacation continues to be merry!

    Warm Regards,

    Sonali & Nikhil

  • My wife was feeling like she lost her world. Joe made her wish come true
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    Joe was not only a miracle worker by finding my wife’s ring in the ocean he was very helpful on making sure someone else didn’t get to it before he had a chance. Joe was obviously someone you could trust and my wife heard that in his voice in her first phone call with him. The ring was replaceable in my eyes, but my wife was feeling like she lost her world. Joe made her wish come true with his hard work and great attitude. Thanks again Joe!

  • I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with The Ring Finders, and especially with John May.
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    "I will never forget the sinking feeling that overwhelmed me when I realized my necklace was missing.

    It was the morning after I attended the first of our local zoo's Halloween events they have throughout October. I w/,as getting ready the next day when I noticed it. The necklace was not worth a fortune, but it was irreplaceable. It was from the 1920's, an era I am fascinated by, and was a gift that both my husband and sister had chipped in to buy me. I wore it every day, and it had become such a part of me that I didn't think twice about wearing it that night. To put it lightly, when I realized it was missing I absolutely panicked. I searched through all the pictures we had taken that night and looked at the times the pictures were taken to narrow down where I lost it at. I soon realized that I probably lost it in a massive inflatable obstacle course.

    My husband and I sped to the zoo, but the obstacle course was deflated until the next event that night. We searched the grass and the area all around the obstacle course with no luck. I was devastated. We talked to a friend who worked at the zoo, and he told us he would check in the obstacle course again when they inflated it that night. He didn't have any luck either, and I felt completely hopeless. I had spread the word about my missing necklace on Facebook, Craigslist, and had even put an ad in the newspaper. My parents suggested I contact somebody local with a metal detector, and that is how I found John May.

    He was prompt in replying to me, professional, friendly, and was very willing to help. It took time to get the zoo's approval to bring a metal detector in, but finally we coordinated everything and arranged a meeting time that was 12 days after my necklace went missing.

    My hopes were slim since the zoo had been especially busy during this time due to their Halloween events, but I tried my hardest to remain optimistic. When I met John at the zoo, he was absolutely incredible. He told me all about his experience and his metal detector. He had even helped tornado victims find their missing jewelry. I knew if anybody could find my necklace, he could.

    He talked us through everything throughout his search, which was so reassuring (he found a metal pipe in the ground and lots of coins). After 45 minutes of relentless searching, he found my necklace in the obstacle course itself. I was beside myself with excitement, and still am two weeks later.

    I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with The Ring Finders, and especially with John May. He is kind, talented, and selfless in every sense of the word, and it was truly an experience I will always remember fondly. I told my husband as we got in our car that he was a superhero, and I am even convinced that is an understatement.

    Thank you again John, for all you did for me!"

  • It was such a huge relief to find this service.. I am so grateful to Jason and his precious daughter Lacy for finding my ring for me!
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    This ring probably isn’t worth very much monetarily, but it is priceless to me! I was very nervous about having lost it and I knew I didn’t have the time or resources to continue looking. It was such a huge relief to find this service. I am so grateful to Jason and his precious daughter Lacy for finding my ring for me! Thank you so much for your time and putting my mind at ease by finding my ring that means so much to me!

  • We are so blessed - these peaople were so kind and just the greatest! Thank you such Brent and Sylvie!!"
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    "Yesterday morning Sergey and I were taking pictures and he lost his ring, it just fell right off an we panicked. Looking for it all day we lost hope. Called ‪#‎bigislandmetaldetcting‬, 5 hours later with these guys we got our ring back! Sergey dug it up in the place we thought it would be. It was dislodged under a rock about a foot and a half in the sand! We are so blessed - these peaople were so kind and just the greatest! Thank you such Brent and Sylvie!!"

  • But after only 15 minutes of searching, John found my beautiful engagement ring
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    There are not enough words to express my gratitude for what John has brought back to me. I felt hopeless and extremely sad when I realized I had lost my engagement ring.

    I literally tore my house apart looking for it; even took off from work the following day just to keep searching for it. I Became desperate and purchased a metal detector myself but was even more frustrated when I didn’t understand how to work it.

    That’s when I decided to hire a professional and came across John’s name on the ringfinders website. After talking to him over the phone, I just knew everything was going to be alright.

    I never met him before but his confidence along with reading the miracles he has done for others, I knew there was hope. And sure enough, John was my life saver! I don’t know if it was a coincidence that I came across his page and that he lived so close to us or if it were just God answering my prayers.

    But after only 15 minutes of searching, John found my beautiful engagement ring (while my fiancé and I had searched for two and a half days). If I would’ve known about John before, I could’ve saved myself the headache along with time and money. So if you’re ever in the same position, I highly recommend contacting John. Not only is he professional and comes with the best equipment, but he genuinely is a great man and will most likely find whatever it is that you lost.

  • I cannot say enough how wonderful The Ring Finders and especially Mike McInroe are!
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    Good afternoon. I really apologize for this taking so long to write. The days just get away from us!We talk about you all the time and how very special you are to us!! Here is our story....

    August, 2015 we were having a wonderful trip to Daytona Beach, Florida with the family. The weather was great. My 9 year old daughter has always wanted to learn to surf, so on Wednesday, August 5th I rented us a surf board to try out.

    She was doing really good and I decided to give it a go. I had fun. Only had one really big spill. I walked up on the beach to rest a bit and I noticed that engagement ring was missing. I was upset. We looked up and down the beach and in the water as best as we could. I knew I had it on at one point while surfing. We checked everyone's pictures of me surfing and saw it on my finger until that last wipeout.

    The rest of that day and well into the night we searched. My brother-in-law has a metal detector and we used that. We met a retired Marine on the beach who does a lot of metal detecting. He gave us tips and even came out the next morning to help. Some guys at our hotel mentioned that there were people who did this for a living. My fiancé researched some that night and found Ring Finders and 2 men who cover the Daytona area.

    The next morning we bought a metal detector and kept looking. For 2 more days we looked. On August 8th we had my brother-in-law, the retired Marine and us out on the beach looking. We were having no luck! My fiancé made the decision to call The Ring Finders and said everything said choose Mike McInroe! He was awesome on the phone and made us feel better. We couldn't believe that he only charged for gas money and a small reward IF he was successful!!

    He was at our hotel within 2 hours! He got suited up and told us not to get too excited every time he picked something up....we would know when he found the ring. He was so positive!

    We sat in the beach and watched. Within an hour he stood up and raised his hand!! Oh my!! I wish someone had had a video of me flying through the surf to get to him!! There were tears and hugs and laughter.

    I cannot say enough how wonderful The Ring Finders and especially Mike McInroe are! He gave me back something that is very precious to me!! I will never be able to truly repay him!

    Chante' Beyer

  • John made the impossible possible for us. Thank you John!
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    Two days into our vacation, a Sunday, my wife lost her Aggie class ring in about 4 feet of water and 60 paces from the shore of Bolivar Peninsula in the surf of the Gulf of Mexico.

    Four of us spent about half an hour searching for it with no success. To put it mildly, we were both very upset as we both have these class rings and they are very sentimental to us. She had given it up as gone forever, and I mean she actively told me to not waste more of our vacation time worrying about it. However, I knew she was pretty upset about it.

    I called John on Monday morning (without her knowing) and explained to him what had happened on his voicemail. Within about 45 minutes he called me back and asked me a LOT of questions. The specifics of what he was asking sparked some hope for me that maybe it was not impossible to recover the ring.

    He told me that he would be there on Tuesday morning to begin the search. By this time, I had informed my wife that I had hired John to conduct a search. She was not enthused about it, but I told her we needed to give it one good try. John showed up Tuesday, introduced himself, and we explained what happened.

    He spent the next ten minutes putting on equipment and pulling out gear from his truck. This process convinced me that I had made the right choice. This wasn’t just a guy with a metal detector–he had a game plan. Twenty minutes later John says, “You got your camera ready?” John handed me my wife’s ring and we walked it up to her.

    She told me that she thought the whole thing was a dream. All of this to say, if you lost your ring, give John a shot at finding it. John made the impossible possible for us. Thank you John!

  • I cannot thank Constantine enough for his skill, determination and perseverance.
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    In February 2015 I was feeding the ducks with my young son at my local National Forest Park on a very cold day. As I helped my son to feed the ducks I threw bread and my heat turned over as I heard the distinctive ‘plop’ of my engagement ring fall into the water. I waded in but as I was on my own I couldn’t do much as my son would have been in danger.

    I was really quite distraught. The platinum engagement ring was purchased by my husband 9 years previously. It was of great sentimental value for obvious reasons. It also featured heavily in photos of me holding each of my new-born children photos. I took a photo of where I thought the ring had fallen in the lake.

    My brilliant husband spent a freezing February morning searching for the ring but he didn’t have the appropriate clothing or equipment. I tracked down a metal detector from the West Midlands who came out to search for the ring twice but it was to no avail. The Insurance Company had by now told me that we weren’t covered by our policy and with 3 young children to care for, we knew we couldn’t afford to replace the ring.

    We all but gave up hope. Then last week, something prompted me to think of trying again. I found the ring finders website and contacted Constantine. He made it very easy for me and got in touch quickly to organise coming to search. He asked me to let the local park rangers know he was coming which I did and then he arrive on a gorgeously sunny October morning.

    Constantine told us he would search for around 3 hours. My husband joined him on occasion helping to get rid of some of the weed. My children all came to watch but after a couple of hours went home with their grandparents.

    The search started at 10.30am. At around 1.20pm (just ten minutes short of the 3 hours!), my husband and I were sat on a bench feeling sure that the ring must have disappeared for good, perhaps swallowed up by a swan and distributed elsewhere! Then to our utter amazement we saw Constantine hold up something. He was beaming!

    To our absolute shock, it was my ring, much closer to the edge than I imagined and in immaculate condition. I was totally flabbergasted and emotional. I still can’t really believe that the ring is on my finger and not at the bottom of a lake. I cannot thank Constantine enough for his skill, determination and perseverance. We are delighted that one day I can pass on my ring to my only daughter and simply cannot find the words to express our joy at finding something that is so special to us.

  • Where there is great love, there are always miracles.-
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    Where there is great love, there are always miracles.- Willa Cather. I love my wife. I love the life we have built together, and I often think about the day that I made her mine forever. Our wedding bands symbolize that commitment we made to one another. My wedding band not only puts the world on notice that I am married to a wonderful woman, but also is a reminder that I have a strong, beautiful lady by my side. A few weeks ago I took my family to the beach in Carlsbad. My wife and I know it is a hassle to bring our young children to the beach, but being that I am deploying very soon we wanted to give them a fun day out.

    While there, I decided to take a dip in the water to cool off. As I walking out of the ocean, I immediately could tell that my finger felt lighter. I looked down and I realized, to my horror, that my wedding band was gone. I was very sad and I knew my wife would be when I told her. When you lose something so small like that in an ocean you don’t expect to ever see it again. My wife was very sad and I could tell she assumed it was gone forever too. We stood on the shore for about ten minutes to see if it had washed up, but deep down we knew it would be impossible to find, so we went home. Over the next few days we talked about how we would save to pay for a new ring while I was deployed. We were both devastated though because the sentimental value of the ring would forever be gone…..

    Then my wife found John Hughes on TheRingFinders.com. We had just put the kids to sleep on Wednesday night (four days since the ring was lost) and unbeknownst to me, my wife had come across an ad on a local resale page for John’s website. She thought it was a weird coincidence and after looking at the website she emailed John. I don’t think either of us really expected anything to come from the email, but my wife is a woman of faith.

    John called me the next day and asked me all about the ring, where I lost it, and other important details. We met with him and his partner, Curtis, on Thursday evening at Carlsbad Beach. John told us that he had a good feeling about finding the ring and that he and Curtis would be searching all night. We were so impressed that these strangers were so willing to help us even just look for the ring. Then to our complete surprise and elation, John called the next morning to inform me that he had found my ring!! It was such a wonderful and happy day. John and Curtis had managed to take on the ocean and give me back such a special possession of mine. We are so truly thankful for their help. These great men even declined our offer to tip them. There are still great people in this world, and John and Curtis are two of those people. Even an ocean can’t stand in the way of true love.

  • Mark, Words cannot begin to express the gratitude I have in my heart...
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    Mark, Words cannot begin to express the gratitude I have in my heart for the return of my wedding ring. I had nearly lost all hope but decided to give it a shot by contacting you. You were quick to return my call and by sharing your knowledge & experience of beach searches, I started to have a glimmer of hope. You made time for my search that day even though you had already spent most the day in the surf. Your professionalism & experience really showed in the time you spent to get as much detail as possible. I will forever be thankful God blessed me to find you & that through your patience and skill, you were able to return such a sentimental piece of me. Thank you!!!

  • Nothing is impossible, even if it seems like it is .
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    my story / So as you all know , I left Sacramento yesterday to go on a trip with some great friends to pismo beach . We got here and got settled and then ventured out to check out the beach . I was so happy to be at the beach I just feel like a little kid when I’m by the water . Me and my friends walked towards the waves laughing and playing and everyone was having a great time . Until something horrible happened .. A nightmare … I FELT MY WEDDING BAND SLIP FROM MY FINGER . I can’t really explain how I felt at that moment .. My heart felt like it completely stopped . The waves took it , it was gone . Only being a couple of hours in enjoying my trip that all ended .. Me and my friends on our hands and knees feeling for my ring . One of my friends walking up and down the beach telling everyone . I was in tears .. As I was walking along the beach , I was crying out to god “please let me find it .. “Please let it wash up to the shore”. But I knew it was gone . My wonderful friends didn’t give up , one insisted we go on a search hunt to find a metal detector .. So we did . We found one at BIG FIVE . Not knowing what the hell we were doing we went back later that evening . It was getting dark but my friends didn’t want to give up , by that time I was keeping in contact with my husband , heartbroken , my husband just told me to let it go and try to enjoy my trip even tho deep down it made him sick . We searched and then gave up it was way too dark and freezing cold .. We talked about coming back in the morning , but I just told my friends there’s no hope .. It’s GONE . Let’s just enjoy our trip , I just didn’t even wanna think about it anymore . But my friends were constant ., they had more hope then me ! We went back the next morning bright and early 6:45 walking up and down the beach with our metal detector … And NOTHING. We noticed this man further down the beach with a metal detector all the sudden out of nowhere , my friend runs up to him . He comes and talks to all of us . He was showing us how to correctly use the metal detector and chatting with us for a minute . He mentioned that he knew a guy that is a ring finder and he gave us his number . And all I have to say was WHAT A BLESSING ! We called him , his name was Larry . He met us about 45 minutes later walking down the beach .. A big jolly man that looked like Santa , he was well equipped with his metal detector gear . Now seeing this guy I was still thinking there’s no way . He talked to us told is a little about himself .. He has been a treasure hunter for the past 15 years .. He comes out every day at 4 in the morning . He has found over 36 rings , two watches and I’m sure many other things . That’s not all ! He has a website .. He post his findings on his website , he finds and helps people at pismo that lose there Jewelry. He does this out of the kindness of his heart .. Of course people end up giving him some kind of reward but you can tell he just loves to do this for others just to see them smile . To make a long story kind of short lol .. He asked me questions on where about we were when I lost it . I tried my best to show him . He told me he would look and see what he could do . Me and my friends stayed on the beach and watched Larry walk up and down the beach about 3 times tracking .. Until all the sudden I look up to him digging .. He came across something .. He played it cool and started walking towards us . Now I had no clue at all what he could have found and I definitely didn’t think he would have found my ring since we were far out .. At this point It was 24 hours since I had lost it . Well he walks up to us and we are sitting there on the beach . With his little catcher stick he looks at me and says “this wouldn’t be your ring would it ? With a smile on his face and I took a glance in complete shock a disbelief . Sure enough . Larry FOUND MY WEDDING BAND!!! I’m still in complete shock !! This was not luck folks this was GOD!! I called my husband and woke him up to the news . He couldn’t believe it , I can’t believe it . People were stopping on the beach in tears , we were all in tears . I must of hugged that man so hard !!! I guess the message I have for anyone reading this is never lose faith .. Nothing is impossible, even if it seems like it is . Even tho yesterday seemed like the worst day ….I honestly felt like just ending this trip and going home .. I wouldn’t change a thing about anything that happened . God continues to amaze me .. Every person we came across along the way on this trip about my lost ring were all so kind . I got the privilege to meet and hear this amazing man Larry , I got to hear his story . My friends really stood by my side this whole trip and even contributed there time and even money .. I’m so thankful and grateful . It wasn’t about my ring being expensive or the diamonds ..it was the ring my husband put on my finger and asked me to be his wife , it was the ring i was going to pass down to one of my children .. It meant something to me … And I can proudly say that I have it back where it belongs … Thank you lord , thank you Larry and thank you to my amazing friends .. To top it off my story with my picture will be posted on his website tomorrow! Just amazing , I will never forget this trip !! My friend caught a lot of this on camera . Excuse the happy tears I couldn’t stop crying I still can't stop

  • I can attest how happy Thomas was to have his ring back.
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    Hi Bob!

    I can attest how happy Thomas was to have his ring back. It’s called an Iron Ring. Originally they were made from a piece of iron pipe, cut to make a ring. They are to be worn on the working hand of the engineer to remind the engineer as they are working (or writing) about their obligations to society. The one you found was his father’s (which no longer fit him) and so when it was time for Thomas to get his iron ring, he bought one in the size his father needed and his father gave him his old ring at the official Iron Ring ceremony this past year. His grandfather, also an engineer, was more frugal when he lost his iron ring: he cut off a piece of iron pipe and polished it and that’s what he wears to this day (he’s 96 now). It’s all in the family because his uncle, cousin, and cousin’s wife are also engineers so everyone would have noticed the missing ring for sure!

    We’re waiting for the story of the next ring…lost 31 years ago and found by you before you found Thomas’. That ring was also a family ring, given from a father to a son who lost it. If I’d been in the family 31 years ago, I would have know about the story and told you right away. But it was Thomas’ aunt who knew immediately whose ring you’d found and called them to tell them.

    …Janet (Thomas’ mum)

  • ​I am lucky to have been aided by TheRingfinders. Richard Browne.
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    “​I am lucky to have been aided by TheRingfinders. Richard Browne. My wife, Mary Langton, lost her engagement ring in rough surf when we were swimming in South Yarmouth, MA. We were devastated, and spent the rest of the day and night searching for it.

    We went back the following day when the water was more clear and less rough and searched again. Others along the beach caught word of our plight and attempted to assist us. Our searching was ultimately unsuccessful.

    ​After two days we figured that there was no hope in finding the ring. That was until Mary came across the website for TheRingfinders. We called the number and were fortunate enough to speak with Richard Browne. He was courteous, prompt and professional.

    He met us at the beach in less than fifteen minutes.

    ​Richard used his thorough technique and was able to locate the ring in an inch of sand, very close to where the ring was originally lost. Richard even let Mary take the ring out of the sand grate after he found it.

    He brought Mary to tears when he gave her the ring back. This took him no longer than five minutes.

    ​It was an amazing experience and Richard truly made the best of what was originally a sad and frustrating situation. We are forever grateful to Richard for his professionalism, his skill and his compassion. I can’t speak well enough about the way he was able to help us. Thank you Richard!”

    – Peter F. Cavanagh

  • I will never be able to tell you how much this means to my family...
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    Thank you so very much for your time in finding the ring. I handed the rings down to Corey and Kim as they belonged to my mom and dad. Since Corey was their youngest grandchild and I was their only daughter I felt this to be an amazing thing to do. Once again thanks again for finding it.

    I am Corey's Father and Kim's Father-in-law (now)... smile Thank you so much for finding the ring... There is no way we would have been able to find it on our own... The ring had more sentimental value than actual value, but I will never be able to tell you how much this means to my family... Thank you for taking the time to come and help...

  • I’m still shocked that you actually found the ring!
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    I’m still shocked that you actually found the ring! If it weren’t for you & Don’s huge hearts & selfless determination, I can honestly say that my fiance & I would be unable to fully appreciate our trip to Hawaii! Thank you so much for rescuing the nicest thing I’ve ever received from the bottom of the Pacific! You restored my hope when I thought it was lost & my fiance Brian and I will forever be great ful to you both! Thank you again!!!!

  • Who knew there are people who specialize in finding lost rings!
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    Hello,

    I still can't believe I lost the ring exactly a year after I received it, at the exact spot! We spent our romantic evening digging through sand (and crying) thinking the ring was swept by the wave.The next morning we came back to look some more hoping it will magically reappear, but yet again no luck. In times of despair, we considered buying our own metal detector, but we are soooo glad we decided to call Brent and Sylvie instead. Who knew there are people who specialize in finding lost rings!

    Brent and Sylvie are very sweet, fair and genuine. Brent went fast to work without even asking for the money upfront. I was warned not to get my hopes up if he finds something fast because most of the time it will be junk. Brent took the first scoop of sand out and I turned away because I did not want to see what "junk" object he found. I did not hear anything so I turned back and looked at Brent; he smiled and gestured for me to come look into the silver bucket. It was my ring!

    I spent the night thinking I will never find my ring, so it was a very joyful moment for all of us. Brent and Sylvie were very happy for us which made it even more special!

    Thank you Brent and Sylvie, 5 stars for you!

    Martyna M.

  • Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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    Hi Rick,

    As I sit and look at my wedding ring you found, rest assured we are extremely appreciative that you took the time for us. After losing my wedding band on Saturday and my wife loosing her diamond stone from her setting on Sunday, believe me it was a weekend filled with heartache and emotional lows. When we met on Tuesday, I was hopeful to restore a glimmer of promise that we would be successful. For I had felt naked since Saturday. A deep sinking feeling was at the pit of my stomach each time I peered at my stripped finger.

    After getting in the water and bringing you to the last spot I believed it was, you took less than 3 minutes and under 3 feet from the mark to bring my emotions to an elevated state. We can’t thank you enough for your successful attempt to recover my ring. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

  • A man of many miracles, an angel on earth!!!
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    Jim,

    You are a kind, amazing man!!! A man of many miracles, an angel on earth!!! I cried when my husband showed me his lost ring that you found after 4 days and heavy storms!! When he lost it, I didn’t think we would ever see it again! I wish I would have been there to personally give you a hug!! What you do is wonderful and I am thankful for your help!!! Thanks so much!!!

  • You truly provide a wonderful service and will recommend you to any of our friends who find themselves missing something and in need of help.
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    Hi Stan,

    You may remember me, my name is Kurt and I met you on the Balboa Pier beach in Newport Beach on June 22, 2015. My wife had lost her engagement ring in the sand on Father's Day after talking it off to apply sunscreen on our boys, and I came back the following day with a "Mickey-Mouse" metal detector in hopes of trying to find it. You found the ring not long before I got there and graciously offered it to me to return to my wife.

    It was pretty amazing that our paths crossed that day, as the chances of meeting on that beach, at that time, at that location, and at that time seemed improbable. She was very happy to have her ring back, not because of any monetary value but for sentimental reasons. That was the ring we used for our ceremony and was inscribed for her, "My (heart), my Life, My Shannon". In addition, my wife's parents both passed away a few years ago and she was having a hard time learning to forgive her father. In a way it almost seemed that our meeting was Devine intervention; a Father's Day apology if you will.

    Anyhow, as a token of our appreciation we would like to give you a small gift (herein). I wish we could give more, although raising toddlers is proving to be more demanding than we thought (mentally and financially)! You truly provide a wonderful service and will recommend you to any of our friends who find themselves missing something and in need of help. Once again, thanks.

    Kurt and Shannon

  • My Kids will be talking about the Super Man with the cool special metal detector
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    Joe: thanks again for all your help today!! You are awesome!!!

    My Kids will be talking about the Super Man with the cool special metal detector for days!!!

    Happy mommy , happy husband , happy kids!!

    Soraya//

  • it’s a reminder that there are great, kind people out there.
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    “Reese, Ty and I want to thank you for returning Jeff’s class ring.

    Such a kind and wonderful thing you do. Jeff was very athletic through high school and college. He was your typical gym rat.

    Jeff earned his college degrees in Special Education. He was a teacher & administrator for 37 years. We have 2 sons – Ty and Brady.

    I am so grateful to have them in my life. Thank you so much for your time and research into the rings origin, it’s a reminder that there are great, kind people out there. – Janet L”

  • We’re very grateful for Stan’s services, and we give him our absolute highest recommendations.
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    Stan,

    Thanks again for finding my ring. I was attending my daughter’s beach volleyball tournament at Huntington Beach. During the game, an errant volleyball headed into the crowd towards me.

    I instinctively shot my left hand up into the air in an attempt to deflect the ball, and as I did, I felt my wedding ring fly off my finger. My wife and I looked around for it frantically, knowing that with each person walking by and kicking up sand, our chances of finding it were dwindling.

    After searching for about a half an hour, and seeing person after person kicking up sand and surely burying my ring, we resigned ourselves to having lost it for good.

    Later that day, upon returning to our hotel and preparing to leave Los Angeles, I got on the internet and conducted a Google search for folks with metal detectors in the Huntington Beach area.

    I found Stan Ross on www.TheRingFinders.com and I called him from the airport as I was awaiting my flight.

    Stan was on the case in no time, and he kept me apprised of his status as he scanned the beach and I got ready to get on my flight.

    Then, just before departing, Stan texted me with a triumphant pic of my ring. He had found it! My wife and I were ecstatic! Luckily, my wife and kids had already planned to stay an extra day at the beach, so they were able to meet Stan and get my ring back.

    We’re very grateful for Stan’s services, and we give him our absolute highest recommendations. Thanks again Stan.

  • To say that what they do is selfless and kind is an understatement.

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    This is me and my fiance in the photo. I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to Mike and express our thankfulness for what he did for us.

    There’s not many words that can describe the hopelessness that we felt in the hours after the ring was initially lost. Searching on our own was proving futile and we had never heard of a service such as the one that Mike and his group provide.

    To say that what they do is selfless and kind is an understatement. He was compassionate and only wanted to see us reunited with the ring that meant so much to us.

    Watching him pull the ring up out of the water and smile as he held it high for us to see was an incredible feeling and the more we smiled so did he. When asked what we could do to repay him he responded by letting us know that donations for the club were accepted on the website.

    This is not enough but we have gladly donated what we could. We want Mike to know that he will always hold a special place in our hearts and will not be forgotten.

    Thank you so much to you and all those out there like you.

    Andrew & Danielle

  • What you did and do often is PRICELESS!!!!

    STAN THE MAN!!

    I am John’s dad I was there when both the ring was lost Playing football. The look on Laurens face when the ring flew off is something nobody wants to ever experience.

    All that were there search for hours and hours on end with no luck, most gave up thought it never be found again.

    But John didn’t want to give up posted something online looking for help, which I was very skeptical about him meeting “strangers” but then I must say that it turned out to be an awesome experience, by meeting Stan and to see his great attitude and willingness to help others voluntarily was amazing,I met a great guy yesterday, needless to say so did my son and Lauren.

    The rest of the family that was there also sends out their upmost gratitude!! What you did and do often is PRICELESS!!!!. You will be in our family stories for a lifetime. The world needs more people like Stan..

    Thank you so much,

    From the Frabotta’s, Gottschaulks & Nathan

  • It is such a relief to have the ring back. Thank you so much!!
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    We had almost given up hope after fairly extensive searches and were convinced that it wasn't at the field anymore. As a last resort, I posted a few notices to in the off chance that someone honest would find the ring and see the posting. Great for us that you replied to the craigslist post and agreed to come help look. I was resigned to having lost it and timing was bad with 20th anniversary coming up in September. It is such a relief to have the ring back. Thank you so much!!

    Cheers,

    Doug

  • We are so thankful to Jim for recovering something that had such great sentimental value to us.
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    A year ago my hubby lost his wedding ring of 11 years the same week that he was scheduled to ship out to South Korea for a year long Army deployment.

    He was jumping on our backyard trampoline with our two children when he felt the ring fly off. He had lost some weight since we were married and I had been telling him to get it resized; not that I’m saying I TOLD HIM SO or anything of the kind.

    The four of us searched the perimeter to no avail. We brought out the child’s metal detector that we already had but it dinged on everything on the ground.

    Seven months and many rainy and frigid days later, I gave up on ever finding it and bought him a new ring for Christmas. He wasn’t entirely thrilled with it; he was still attached to the original ring because I had had it engraved inside with a surprise “inside joke” phrase between us.

    This April, the year in Korea was finally coming to an end and I figured I’d call in a professional as a last ditch effort before we moved away from Fort Meade the following month.

    My husband scoffed at the idea of Ringfinders locating his lost band, but I called Jim Wagner. I was immediately impressed at how professional and thorough he was on the phone with his questions and comments.

    The day he arrived I wasn’t expecting him to find anything, but he was confident and his efforts paid off in about 15 minutes! The ring was lodged in the mud close to the trampoline.

    My hubby was in such disbelief that he asked me to email him a photo as proof!

    We are so thankful to Jim for recovering something that had such great sentimental value to us.

    Dina and Jason, Fort Meade

  • Jason was so professional and prompt.
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    Despite the fact that Jason published a picture of me with wet hair, I am still very happy! Haha! :) Jason was so professional and prompt. His experience and expertise was very evident from the very first time I talked with him. Thank you for helping us, Jason! My son will need to find a new story to act out from now on!

    ~Melissa

  • This experience was truly incredible, overwhelming, unbelievable, and amazing!
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    John is a fantastic person and extremely determined in his recovery efforts. This experience was truly incredible, overwhelming, unbelievable, and amazing! Although I was very hopeful we could recover this ring for my son, I also knew the location conditions would present quite a challenge. I still find myself in awe that it actually happened! I don’t think words can express the overwhelming joy and gratitude I felt when John emerged from the water and presented the ring on his gloved finger!

  • Paul Davies was used to answer my prayer
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    Paul Davies was used to answer my prayer. I had been doing the “spring cleanup” in my garden when I noticed that the most precious of all my earthly possessions, my deceased father’s gold wedding band, was no longer on my finger. This ring was a family heirloom, promised to my son as a memento of his grandfather’s love. I had searched the garden on my hands and knees, dug up the flower bed again and sifted through bags of yard waste, before giving up. My heart was deeply pained with the loss. I would have gladly given up (literally) anything I owned to see the ring on my finger again and to know that my son would wear it one day.

    Although I was almost without hope, I decided to search the internet for someone with a metal detector. I came across Mr. Davies and contacted him. He replied to me quickly and came to my property in Toronto to conduct the search. Within 10 minutes, the lost ring was back on my finger! I will be forever grateful.

    Vivian

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  • I am so beyond grateful! I jumped up and hugged him with tears down my face
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    So, Drew and I decided we would take a night to go watch the sunset at Calafia state beach in San Clemente (about 5 min drive from our house ) as a way to celebrate our engagement and get some time for just the two of us -kid-free woo hoo!

    Like always though, we are scrambling to gather a few items to bring (champagne, blanket, etc.) and rushing out the door to make it before the sun goes down while trying to say bye to the kids etc.

    We make it out the door and I even remembered my camera! When we get there I decided to put the self-timer on my camera, lay out the blanket and snap a few pics of us. I notice their is a lot of seaweed obnoxiously photo bombing us and to avoid having to Photoshop it later, I quickly start to brush it away with my hands far from our blanket where we are sitting.

    I continuously run to and from the camera to try to get a good shot with the self-timer. As we are taking pictures, I suddenly notice the engagement ring is no longer on my finger!!

    Drew and I both panicked, retracing our steps frantically everywhere . Here we are, 15 minutes before the sun goes down , crowds of people on the beach, and we are searching for my ring. I start thinking hard , “Did I have it on before we left the house?

    Did it fall off in the sand? Did it fall off when I took off my sandals in the sand? “ etc. I start hearing my mother-in-laws nagging voice in my head “you should have worn it on your middle finger until you got it re-sized!”

    The ring was loose and too big and we hadn’t had a chance to get it resized yet.

    Anyways, we search the car, the camera bag , go back to the house , retrace all steps in the sand- NOTHING.

    At this point its pitch black outside and we are freezing our butts off losing all hope that we will find it , the tide is starting to roll in and any sign of society has vanished, ha. Drew and I are both wearing helmets with lights on our heads , we rush to Big 5 to purchase a $140 metal detector , go back and pace back n forth with this little machine we have no idea how to use. Still- NOTHING

    OKAY- Well, the look on Drews face- I mean seriously -I lost the ring - I also knew this was practically the same chances of finding a needle in a haystack. It is starting to set in and we are sitting in an empty beach parking lot losing hope, thinking we are just going to have to accept this as a loss .

    I start to Google on my phone and discover that their are literally professional ring finders, I mean what?

    TheRingfinders.com yes! I start to think “What are the chances they will even find it though? And how much are they going to charge, practically the price of the ring I bet . . “ It’s worth a shot though , I think to myself.

    I give a call to the one we found in our area, this sweet man is willing to drive 1.5 hours to us from his 'Riverside Metal Detecting Contest.' Ha. Yes, apparently there is such thing.

    He arrives, this sweet man, with his $3,000 metal detecting equipment. Drew is looking at me like “ c’mon really? You think this guy is going to find it? “

    All odds are against us at this point because its past beach curfew, hitting 11pm, the tide is rolling in strong and we are pooped. An officer comes and tells us we will need to leave shortly but that he can give us a little bit of time to look , he chuckles “Good luck!” while walking away.

    Moments later, I hear his detector, my heart sinks, “Oh just tinfoil” he says . Still no luck. Suddenly, out of nowhere- he starts skimming an area and HE FINDS MY RING!!!!

    I swear- I never in a million years -thought it was possible AND if we had waited till morning to go back again and look- it would have washed away with the tide !

    I am so beyond grateful! I jumped up and hugged him with tears down my face asking him over and over “HOW DID YOU FIND IT?!! I CANT BELIEVE YOU FOUND IT! OH. MY .GOSH!”

    So I say to him , “OK- we now owe you big time! What do you charge for something like this?“ (Yes, you would think we would have asked him before but I guess it didn’t cross our minds because 1. We were frantic and desperate for any help 2. We couldn’t put a price on something this sentimental to us -not just materialistic)

    He replies, “Well, I work on a reward system. You pay me what you can afford to give and what its worth to you for me to find it. And I give 15% of the proceeds to the children’s hospital”.

    I mean seriously? Is this real? Drew and I look at each other – wow this is definitely a pay-it-forward experience.

    And yes, we compensated him well for his incredible gift and generosity We are FOREVER grateful . ;)

  • I have no words to express my gratitude/There aren’t many honest people like you!!!
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    Hiiii I’m Sara the girl of the ring! I didn’t have the time to say thank you!!!! I have no words to express my gratitude, I wish all the happiness and blessings of the world! I allready post the history in my facebook (Sara Eliza Robles) thank you thank you thank you! You are an Angel!!!!

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    Mark all the family is more than happy!!!! We were very sad when we hear what happened to Sara and Angel because we were waiting for that big event to happen for months. We dont have words to thank you you are really an angel for us!!! There aren’t many honest people like you!!! Receive lots and lots of blessings!!!

  • The level of dignity I received was excellent I will call you guys if I ever loose something.
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    Called up Stan.

    He volunteered to make the drive up to Carpinteria to find my girlfriend's necklace. Fortunately they found it before he made the long drive for nothing but the level of dignity I received was excellent I will call you guys if I ever loose something.

  • You are truly amazing...
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    Thanks again so very much for your quick response time and determination to find my sons ring. You are truly amazing and we ALL thank you so ever much.

    Bless you, Ken

    Love

    Kelly Beier

  • I’m so grateful we came across this site and found you...
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    Hi Jason….this is arieal, nicks wife. I’m so grateful we came across this site and found you. I did so much yard work and started getting discouraged . If it hadn’t been for you I would have lost something that has so much sentimental meaning too me …and you can replace things, but it’s not the same by no means. I’m grateful. You did an amazing job.!!!

    -Very happy bride**

  • Thank you Curtis Cox and John Hughes for finding my fiance’s engagement ring!
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    Thank you Curtis Cox and John Hughes for finding my fiance’s engagement ring!

    You guys are the best. Both of you saved my marriage before it has even happened and a big chunk of change. haha.

    I had already spent an entire day grid-ding the beach and searching with a metal detector with no luck so I needed some additional reinforcement.

    I found the ring finders website on an internet search. My initial call was to John who in about five minutes came out to the location of the beach where the ring was lost.

    After grid-ding the beach with John and searching with metal detectors we had no luck for the first half of the day.John then said to me, “I will be back with my partner (Curtis Cox) around 6:15PM (a few hours later near sunset) to go over everything again.”

    Sure enough John showed up with Curtis at 6:15PM and we all started searching with no initial luck until Curtis came up with the big find! Stacie and I are so thankful and grateful for both of you and the service you provide. I hope you guys continue helping people.

    Thanks again!

    Scott

  • This was your 3rd ring in as many nights and you simply kick ass at making people happy.
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    Steve,

    You are the man! Thank you so much for coming over tonight. I know you were busy and enjoying your evening, yet you made time to make our night. You are a great man for doing this work. This was your 3rd ring in as many nights and you simply kick ass at making people happy. Thank you so very much and many blessings to you and your family!!!

    Warmest Regards,

    Brian & Sara Morrison

  • Thankfully you came to the rescue and I'm so grateful
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    Steve,

    Thanks again for your help last night. You can't imagine how devastated I was when I realized that the ring was missing, and then again after 2+ hours of digging through the sand on my own.

    Thankfully you came to the rescue and I'm so grateful that you were will and able to help on a Sunday evening. Briana and I truly appreciate your service and will certainly recommend you to anyone we know who finds themselves in a similar situation.

    Hope your other calls were successful and that you didn't get home too late.

    Again, much appreciated and all the best!

    Greg and Briana

  • I appreciate your professionalism and dedication
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    Patrick,

    I appreciate your professionalism and dedication – job well done! My wife and I are very relieved to have my wedding band back! We will be making a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project to help pay it forward.

  • Steve, you are an amazing human being!
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    Steve, you are an amazing human being! JuAnne wasn't sure if she lost her rings at the beach or left them at home. When we got home and did not find them, we were in a panic.

    I began googling places to purchase a metal detector and started youtubing instructions on how to use one when i came upon theringfinders.com website.

    I am naturally suspicious of anything on the internet but i came upon your name and blog on the website and read through a few of the incredible stories and decided to take a chance. You were 2 hours away and relaxing and did not hesitate to drive out right away to help.

    When you met me on the beach, a kind employee at the restaurant was helping us comb through the sand with a sifting shovel but to no avail. After only a few minutes of searching, you pulled out some scrap metal and bottle caps and I already started to lose hope.

    But then you stopped and dug out something - I heard clanking in your shovel and I saw a smile on your face and I knew

    you found one of the rings. You found the engagement diamond ring I gave to JuAnne 11 years ago!!

    Then you found her wedding band in minutes. I can't tell you how incredible that moment is when you pulled her engagement ring out of the sea of sand.

    It would be so easy for someone in your position to take advantage of these type of desperate situations, but you are such an honest and generous person and i can tell that you genuinely want to help people.

    Through this experience, we learned 1.) never wear jewelry to the beach 2.) there are still good people out there in the world and that is inspiring. Big shout out to theringfinders.com network for connecting me with Super Steve!

  • Steve is the type of person that renews your faith in humanity.
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    The outpouring of appreciation for Steve you see on his blog in the form of email responses is certainly shared by me.

    In fact, there should without a doubt be a statue of Steve by the Hermosa Beach peir. At the very least they could rename the airport after him.

    Steve is the type of person that renews your faith in humanity. I've been known to lose things from time to time as a general personality flaw and few things these days is worse than losing your phone.

    For a change, this wasn't ADD but my buddy Darius attempting an impromptu sneak attack / tackle as we were walking in to wrap up an otherwise phenomenal beach day. As is well known 85% of attacks happen from behind so I'm at fault here too for not picking up on it sooner.

    Leveraging some college rugby skills I didn't know I still had I spun out of the tackle feeling pretty invincible. Unfortunately I immediately noticed the wait in my pocket was gone where my phone had been. Inexplicably it had vanished beneath the sand.

    Doubt set in, had it been stolen earlier? We confirmed on find my iphone it was somewhere nearby and not moving away or powered off. That lead to our amateur search and rescue efforts described in Steve's write-up that were obviously unsuccessful.

    After 30 mins or so of searching it really started to set in. I was in LA early for a business trip. That business trip was going to be nearly impossible without my phone which is consequently required to access my company VPN. Not to mention the guys I was supposed to pickup at the airport the next day getting straight to voicemail service from my lost/dead phone.

    I literally sat down on the sand, head hung low, sorting through the impossibility of solving this predicament. Enter a friendly lifeguard with Steve's card. Sadly even when calling Steve I wasn't entirely sure if he would be willing or able to help or if he was someone I could trust.

    Steve turned out to be all of those things in spades. From here, Steve's blog tells the rest of the story.

    Thank you again Steve!

  • I Googled "metal detector help severna park" and The Ring Finders popped up.
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    "I came home from work and walked my dogs as usual. The only difference that day was the bitter cold temperature outside. I came in from my walk and noticed my engagement ring fell off (my fingers shrunk in the cold weather)

    I tried to retrace my steps but the area to cover was overwhelming, it was getting dark, and leaves were piled high. I panicked and called Home Depot & Ace Hardware trying to rent a metal detector.

    No one in the Severna Park area rented them-only sold, and they were thousands of dollars. I Googled "metal detector help severna park" and The Ring Finders popped up.

    We called and Jim scheduled to come over the very next morning at 6:30am (even though he was leaving for vacation that morning).

    Jim arrived and told me to stop and think, and walk him through my steps. We walked up and down the street and didn't find anything. My husband and I had to leave for work, and Jim said he would try and stay a few more minutes.

    He explained if he didn't find it, he would come back another day to search. My husband and I were preparing for the worst and discussed calling the insurance company.. when mid sentence we got a call from Jim! HE FOUND MY RING! Tears poured down my face!

    We met to pick it up and I immediately hugged him! Jim is an amazing man! We are so happy we called the site! Jim told us if it was out there, he would find it!

    He wasn't going to give up on us! So I want to tell you if you are reading this because you lost something and you want it back CALL JIM NOW!"

  • I had almost given up hope of ever finding my ring.
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    Kenny,

    I had almost given up hope of ever finding my ring. My wife tried to encourage me saying you will find it.

    After searching as much on my own as I could I came across the ring finders on the internet. I called Kenny and he told me to email him my address and he would come by and look for it.

    He was here just around 15 minutes and found it. I can’t tell you enough how much the ring means to me! It’s not a real expensive ring but it was a ring my Mom gave me for our wedding.

    My mom is old and won’t be around forever but every time I look at and think about the ring it reminds me of my mom and my wife on our wedding day.

    If you lose something and you think all hope is gone of ever finding it just give Kenny a call he’s a honest guy and he might be able to help you.

    Thanks!

    Don Gillen

  • Ray Johnson. He's my hero!
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    There are no words that I can share as to how grateful I am to Ray Johnson. He's my hero!

  • Thank you again Brett for your service
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    Thank you again Brett for your service this morning, We, especially myself are lost for words. Pray for many blessings in all you do and all the best of luck for you future adventures/assignments . That moment when you found it “priceless” Faafetai tele lava…

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  • Gary, I can't thank you enough for your help and your professionalism
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    Gary,

    Let me first start off by thanking you for finding my ring.

    This ring means more to me than the appraised value as it represents not only The Citadel but also the hard work and perseverance that was needed to while attending the school.

    When I first lost the ring I thought it was forever lost. Your professionalism and understanding of the situation eloped ease some of the anxiety of still not having my ring after hours of searching.

    There are very few people who go out of their way to help others but you changed your daily routine and came down to help on the same day. I can't thank you enough for your help and your professionalism throughout this process of finding my ring.

    Thank you again and God bless,

    James J. Hurton

  • Words cannot express my gratitude to Curtis Cox & John Hughes
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    Dear Chris,

    Words cannot express my gratitude to Curtis Cox & John Hughes from Carlsbad theringfinders.com for finding my wedding ring on Carlsbad State beach!!! Celebrating 20 years of marriage this year, the ring was irreplaceable to me and something I was sure was lost forever. . . Until I met Curtis and John, my heroes!

    They were amazing, patient and paid attention to the details that led them right toward the ring. I am forever grateful to them and your directory for providing this service!!

    With much gratitude and respect,

    Robyn Hubbard

  • The work you do through your hobby is much greater than simply finding lost items.
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    Dear Jane, Rick and Dakota,

    It was quite a morning for me thanks to your generous spirits, time and expertise. I did not realize how emotional it was for me until I returned home and held my hand up so my wife could see the ring. She started crying which prompted me to tear up as well.

    Rick, I thought that the possibility of you finding the ring in the harbor over 3 years after I lost it was such a long shot that I took several weeks to call you after I saw the article in the Cape Cod Times. Boy am I glad that I clipped that article and connected with you.

    The work you do through your hobby is much greater than simply finding lost items. It is reconnecting people to something very precious to them, beyond the intrinsic value of the item.

    I felt awful for weeks after I lost my father’s ring. I loved the ring because it was a constant reminder to me of him. You noticed how it shines beautifully in the sun. The star sapphire is special.

    My father was a special guy and taught me a great deal by example. He was an incredibly hard worker, loving and devoted husband and father. He was very well respected in his industry, precious metal casting and had one of the finest casting shops in the world.

    He did museum reproductions for the Museum of Fine Arts and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He was a subcontractor for Stueben Glass the specialty division of Corning Glass making limited edition castings for their glass pieces.

    He did not have an easy life since he emigrated to the USA in the late 1930s as a teenager to escape Hitler’s Germany. His education was cut short and his parents went from being middle class to working menial jobs to survive in their new homeland. His family was so grateful to their adopted country that they spoke little of the hardships.

    As I told you his years of service during WWII were in the Army Corp of Engineers on Adak Island. He helped establish that base which blocked the Japanese advance through the Aleutians. It is interesting that during your years in the Navy you were familiar with this Island too.

    Dakota it was great meeting you and thanks for helping your grandfather help people find missing rings. Follow his example and you too will have a fulfilling life.

    My heartfelt thanks for your assistance.

    Jeff O

  • Thank goodness for people like you!!
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    It definitely did feel like an eternity i was starting to lose hope! I just searched “lost ring in sand” on Google that’s how i found this website.

    If i had gone home with no ring and just gave up without calling you it would’ve turned a beautiful sunny day really sour. Thank you so much for your kindness and your service. We will both be eternally grateful for you. I will suggest you, Joe, to anyone who falls into the same unfortunate situation.

    Thank goodness for people like you!!

    Best regards Jenna and Alex!!

  • Douglas Bennison and The Ring Finders Metal Detecting Service.. Thank You so much
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    My name is Sean, 31years old, from Sudbury Ontario, Canada.

    And this is my testimonial...

    I just wanted to take a moment to thank Douglas Bennison and the Ring Finders Metal Detecting Service.

    I had lost my fiance's engagement ring outside, in my yard, in the snow, and there was no way I'd ever find it again.

    I didn't know what to do, I won't get into details about how I lost the ring, but my relationship and happiness was on the line.

    I typed in a search for metal detector experts online.. Ring Finders came up.

    Through the Ring Finders website, I was able to find a metal detector expert in my area.. Douglas Bennison. I sent him an email. Douglas reacted promptly to my request and was extremely professional in his approach...

    Douglas came over very the next morning, freezing cold outside, snowey winter in Northern Ontario...Sudbury Ontario to be exact.. I couldn't stay outside more than 20mins.. Well I could but didn't want to, to be honest.

    The thing that bothered my conscience more than anything is that I was so certain of the general area for Douglass to look.

    After over an hour in the freezing cold I thought it was hopeless, but Douglas, however, didn't give up.

    After almost 2hours Douglas came to the door. I thought It was over, as I was gonna thank him for trying so hard, he had a smile on his face and opened his hand,

    I WAS SO SHOCKED!, to see him smiling and our ring in his frozen hand. I could not believe it!.seriously… my fiance was on the edge of tears and crying, I was too actually, but adrenaline kicked in.. My fiance hugged him for a good long 30seconds.

    You could tell Douglas just has a good heart... that hug was mutually initialized by happiness from both sides..

    I was so shocked and happy the only thing I could think of was to grab money, and as much money as I could, 250$ I think it was. Me and my fiance are not too well off, so 250$ was a lot for us, but we didn't care, I put the money on the table, telling Douglas to please take it.. There was no was i was letting him leave without taking it. Douglas refused anthing other than gas money to get to my place and back home.. he was just happy to help.

    I Still could not believe he went out of his way to find the ring in an area where I was so certain it could never be... in the crazy cold outside..

    Douglas Bennison and The Ring Finders

    Metal Detecting Service.. Thank You so much, couldn't be more grateful, Doug you really did save me.

    THANKS AND TAKE CARE

  • I thought my beautiful diamond engagement ring was lost forever, but Stan came to the rescue
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    Where to begin…

    I thought my beautiful diamond engagement ring was lost forever, but Stan came to the rescue.

    Saturday afternoon, I took my ring off at the beach and carelessly placed it in a shirt pocket on my towel while I got in the water to surf. I completely forgot the ring was in there when I went to gather my belongings and leave.

    We had walked about 100 yards in the sand from where we were set up on the beach to get back to the car, when I realized I had left the ring in that shirt pocket.

    I check the pocket, and of course it wasn’t there. After combing the sand for 2 hours, my fiancé, brother, and I were ready to cut our losses. We left the beach and I couldn’t help thinking that we had given up too soon.

    I googled metal detectors with no luck of anything in the area, and then I googled “ring finder” just on a complete whim. I ran across Ring Finders, specifically Stan, and called. Stan was an hour away, but got in his car to come meet me within 2 minutes of the phone call.

    He came to the beach we were at and after looking for about 20 minutes, the ring was found. I cannot thank him enough for his services.

    He came to meet me from far away, on a Saturday evening, not knowing whether or not he would find the ring, though his confidence was amazing and well warranted. Words cannot describe how grateful I am and what kind of lessoned I learned. If you have a lost ring, please call Stan.

  • Jim was professional and responsive and met with us the very next day after contacting him.
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    During a family photo shoot in the park, my engagement ring slipped off my finger. I noticed it almost immediately but the park was large, the grass was thick and many leaves had fallen from the trees making it very difficult to locate where the ring may have fallen off.

    After looking for the ring and being unable to find it, we borrowed a metal detector and spent the next few days using the metal detector for several hours each day trying to find the engagement ring. After two long days, our metal detector found two pennies, a gum wrapper and the tab to a soda can.

    Using a community social media site, I reached out to see if anyone was aware of a “lost and found” office I could contact. Although there was no “lost and found” office, one person had referred me to a “professional ring finder” that had been able to successfully find her wedding ring that had been lost outside and covered in snow.

    In desperation, I contacted Jim Wagner, “the professional ring finder,” to see if he would be able to help find my engagement ring. Although the ring had suffered through two days of heavy rain and been lost almost an entire week, Jim was confident he would be able to find the ring.

    Jim was professional and responsive and met with us the very next day after contacting him. We had a general idea as to where the ring may have fallen, so he used that knowledge coupled with his experience as well as his high-end metal detecting equipment and was able to locate the lost ring within approximately 30 seconds.

    He found the ring in the same area we had already searched early in the week using our own metal detector.

    I am eternally thankful. It is such a terrible feeling when you know you have lost something so dear to you and not sure if you will ever see it again. Jim was extremely professional, personable, prompt and helpful. He works with the top of the line equipment and has a real passion for finding things. Best of all, he genuinely wants to reunite people with their precious, lost valuables and he gets great satisfaction from helping people.

  • We appreciate your professionalism and your genuine caring approach.
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    Hi Chris,

    We are so thankful to you for your prompt attention to finding my ring. The ring’s dollar value is significant to us, but the sentimental value is not measurable.

    We appreciate your professionalism and your genuine caring approach.

    It was our pleasure to have connected with you and to have had such a positive outcome.

    Best regards,

    Wayne and Gail

  • There are not many people like you Justin and if more of us could be more like you this world would be such a better place!
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    Hi Justin:

    I just wanted to say again Mahalo for finding John’s cross! I hope you know that you are truly a blessing. It’s just so weird how we couldn’t find the cross and how we searched for hours looking for it, then to John just kind of having to accept the fact that his cross may be gone forever and just going on with the day, and finally me not being able to sleep because I felt so sad for him. I was in bed on my phone and I came across another site where they rent underwater metal detectors, and then I stumbled upon your blog, and I was reading some of the awsome stories and saw your info, so I was telling John omg we should call this guy!

    John did share with me your story and it really touched my heart, there are not many people like you Justin and if more of us could be more like you this world would be such a better place! And I truely mean that.

    Thank you again for all that you do and for being who you are! Take care and God Bless!

    Aloha,

    Shana

  • I thank Chris Turner and The Ring Finders from the bottom of my heart
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    I want to extend to Chris and the rest of the Ring Finders my very deepest thanks for finding and returning my golden Peso.

    This tiny piece of gold was given to me by my father when I turned 16 and he thought I was responsible enough to wear it. He got it on his honeymoon and had worn it on his own neck for about 15 years before giving it to me.

    Since then, it has rarely left my neck. I was foolish enough to wear it while playing some touch football one sunny day and looked down to see it had fallen from its bezel and was somewhere in the very deep grass on a full sized football field.

    My friends and I looked for a while but my heart really sunk when i realized we could be easily walking over it and never even realize. I was nonetheless still determined to find it. I ran home to try and see how i could get my hands on a metal detector, and was so excited when I found The Ring Finders on the internet.

    I called and was immediately put at ease. Chris is truly an amazing person. Right away I could tell that being able to re-unite people with their lost items was Chris's passion and that he would do anything he could to help.

    Just knowing that he was sympathetic to how I was feeling and excited to help made me feel so much less helpless. Having just drove back from Alberta on another heroic mission, he agreed to meet me at 8 the next morning to begin the search.

    His genuine excitement at the prospect of hunting for a gold coin was just fantastic to see and I knew if anyone was going to be able to help me. It was this man.

    I told him I knew it was on the field, and he told me it was just a matter of how long it would take him to find it. His complete confidence and optimism made me feel better than i had since losing my peso. I wished him luck, drove off to work and by the time I got there he had texted me that he had recovered my peso.

    The feeling I got to see that picture of my peso wasn't just of relief and gratitude, but a real sense of hope that there are people like Chris in the world who are truly dedicated to helping others.

    For both this and my newly bezeled peso, I thank Chris Turner and The Ring Finders from the bottom of my heart, and will recommend him to anyone who needs a hero to help them find their lost metal!

    Max Harvey

  • I cannot believe he found it!! We jumped in joy and held onto each other with tears of joy flowing down our cheeks.
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    Stephanie’s Story:

    At the end of my birthday celebration at Huntington Beach my husband realized that he lost his wedding band. He lost it while playing football out in the sandy beach.

    The search was worse than a needle in the haystack. For hours we retraced his footsteps and hopelessly searched in the surrounding premises. The desperation, hurt, disappointment in my husband’s eyes were unbearable.

    I located a ring finder who agreed to go back to the beach at 1:30am but was unprepared because his batteries were dead and his equipment was not working.

    Unwilling to give up, we continued the search in the dark until 3am with couple of our friends. We went in a line up and searched step by step with flashlights hiding from beach patrols with no luck.

    It was a very restless night for us. We just had just celebrated our one year anniversary last month and can’t believe that this really happened. AND of all days on my birthday after such a wonderful day. We cannot accept the fact that it’s gone.

    The sentimental value of the ring cannot ever be replaced. Luckily I found Steve from www.ringfinder.com. I called Steve at seven am and he picked up the phone right away. He agreed to drive an hour down to meet us at 10:30am.

    He searched the premises under the beating sun. He was very determined and professional. Inch by inch he meticulously searched with a metal detector and a sifter marking searched areas as he go. After 3 & a half hours exhausted from the search previous day and lack of sleep we lost all hope and left home.

    Steve was so encouraging and optimistic. Even after we gave up he continued searching. He told us not to give up and he will go over the area once more and expand his search. He promised that he will locate our ring and refuse any reward until he locates our ring.

    We have already accepted the fact that the ring was lost forever. We even located the same exact wedding band to be shipped to the closest jeweler. 2 hours later we got a text from Steve with a picture of the wedding band with the message. “You’re right, it is a beautiful ring.”

    OMG he found it! I cannot believe he found it!! We jumped in joy and held onto each other with tears of joy flowing down our cheeks. Whether Steve wanted it or not, both of us gave him a huge hug when we saw him. We could not contain our happiness

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    We always try to do the right thing, be a better person in life. I feel like karma was in play today and we finally got served what we deserved. Karma had led us to Steve! It is so wonderful that a complete stranger would show you the kindness that Steve has wanting nothing more than to help others. He is truly amazing!

    We gave Steve a reward while he excitedly told us multiple stories of his finds. Words cannot express our gratitude.

    This emotional event was nothing short of a miracle. I feel like our vows got renewed today. We are forever thankful to Steve Smith who gave our story a happy ending. Thank you Steve from the bottom of our hearts!

    -Stephanie

  • Sometimes it is worth losing something just so you can find it again
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    Thank you Chris!

    My husband and I picked these rings before our wedding in Israel five years ago. We both wear them constantly. Losing the ring and finding it again reminded me of what I cherish in life and how lucky I am to have a loving relationship with my husband. Sometimes it is worth losing something just so you can find it again *;) winking

    All the best

    Noa

  • At 12:30AM I had received a Text from Steve saying he found the ring. I saw this and jumped out of bed in pure excitement.
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    Hey Steve,

    Just wanted to thank you again. I am still so excited that you were able to find the ring. It truly means so much to me. Here is my story for your blog.

    Best Regards,

    Zack

    My Grandfather had given me a ring a couple years back. I wear it all the time and love representing him as he has always been one of the most important people in my life. Unfortunately he got sick due to old age and passed away on Aug. 27 2014. Of course I was devastated and all I had from him was the ring he gave me. So I wore it. The funeral was on the following Sunday and on Monday a friend of mine wanted to take me to the beach to try and take my mind off of things.

    It would have been a nice day but it turned for the worst when the ring he gave me fell off my finger. Once again I was devastated and did not know what to do. I had lost something that I held so close to my heart. I searched and searched with no luck. I went online and found Steve, who came over as soon as he got the call.

    Just talking to him I could tell he was determined to find the ring not for personal gain but just to put a smile back on my face and do something good for someone else. He searched and searched combing a large area on the beach. Still with no luck, Steve put on a water proof suit and got into the water, searching while getting hit by wave after wave… but still after several hours, we still had not found the ring.

    At the end of the night, I told Steve that I appreciated all his hard work but I did not want to waste anymore of his time because I felt that there was a possibility it was deeper in the ocean than I had guessed. I thanked him and we both walked away disappointed.

    The next day I received a call from Steve. He told me how much he wanted to find the ring for me and that he was going back to the beach and continue searching at 10PM at night during low tide. I was speechless.

    The fact that a man I just met was so caring and determined to put a smile on my face completely surprised me because I had thought the ring was gone. Steve had different plans. So he went out late at night and expanded the search to a wider range.

    At 12:30AM I had received a Text from Steve saying he found the ring. I saw this and jumped out of bed in pure excitement. Steve is the best there is and I could not be happier to have met him. Not only because he did the impossible in finding my ring, but also because it was a pleasure to meet a man who is so genuine and caring about what he does for people. I would like to thank Steve with the bottom of my heart. I never would have found it without him.

  • From the bottom of my heart I want to thank you for finding my lost 1980 NFL Conference Championship ring
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    Dear Dave,

    From the bottom of my heart I want to thank you for finding my lost 1980 NFL Conference Championship ring with your metal detector.

    I was reasonably sure I lost the ring while doing spring clean-up in the yard. The day I called you in desperation for help, you came over immediately to try and find the ring. Although the weather was miserably cold and pouring rain, you nonetheless scanned the yard for hours trying to find it. I was obviously disappointed when you could not find it, however you said you would like to return in warmer weather to try again.

    I was not absolutely sure I lost the ring in the yard, and for weeks looked everywhere but unfortunately it did not turn up. By summertime I had completely given up hope and contacted the NFL League office to inquire about replacing it (custom molds for all Super Bowl rings are kept on file).

    Then out of the blue in August you called me again, offering (at no fee) to come back for another search. On your second search, to my unbelievable surprise, YOU FOUND THE RING! under a landscaping bush. I was so thrilled when you told me, I actually broke down and cried with emotion/thankfulness.

    I cannot thank you enough for your dedication, honesty, integrity and persistence, and whole heartedly recommend anyone contact you for help locating lost items.

    You are truly and Angel of God!

    Keith Krepfle

    Philadelphia Eagles- tight end

  • My daughter Talia referred to you as a guardian angel
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    Aloha Joe,

    I apologize for the tardy response. I am currently traveling again, this time taking my son up to college.

    I have finally had a chance to read your ring finder story. It’s written in a very warm and happy style and it could only put a smile on one’s face.

    It certainly was a pleasure meeting you. My daughter Talia referred to you as a guardian angel as you walked away. The gold crown ring will have extra meaning for us and is our newfound “lucky charm”.

    Thank you for sharing and spreading happiness and Aloha into people’s lives!

    Sincerely,

    Lisa and Talia

  • I raced back to the beach and cried happy tears when my husband placed my ring on my finger all over again.

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    The weekend before my vow renewal, a few of my friends and I decided to go out. We ended up at Jimmy B’s on St Pete Beach and after a few drinks and several hours of dancing; we decided a quick dip in the gulf would be wonderful. We were only in for a few minutes but when we came out and posed for a photo, I noticed that my wedding rings were gone. I cannot describe how surreal that moment was or how quickly the panic set in. We searched for an hour before they finally convinced me to turn in for the night. I lay in my hotel bed, unable to sleep, feeling absolutely naked without the ring that my husband had given me when he proposed. That ring stood for so much. He worked so hard, handpicked every stone, designed the setting, not like at Jared where you pick a pre-fabricated design, he drew it on paper and had someone make it. That ring symbolized eight years of love and friendship, five years of marriage , two children, hard times and amazing happiness. I couldn’t just lay there while it drifted in the ocean, so at 3:30 in the morning, I headed back out and spent the next several hours combing the beach with a flashlight (two days later my neck still hurts from looking down). I finally called my husband to share the terrible news at 6:45. Not only was he sweet to me and sad for me, he immediately took action. He sent out a text to everyone he knew asking for a metal detector. By 8:30 he had gotten into contact with someone who was going to meet us at the beach. I was fairly exhausted from both the festivities and several hours of searching the night before but perked at the possibility of a happy ending. I met Stan and my husband around 9:30 and Stan immediately set to work. He was methodical and friendly. He gave me hope. I wasn’t able to pinpoint exactly where I was, I mean the beach is the beach right? Especially at 2 am. Still, Stan was optimistic. By 10:30 though, we were all feeling a little discouraged. I had to go check out of the hotel and as I was heading away from the water, I noticed my friend’s leftover drink from the night before. I flagged Stan down to show him that this was where we went in. I left the beach feeling terrible, so sure that ever finding my ring again was a lost cause. What would I wear at our vow renewal? I didn’t have a ring for my husband to place on my finger. How would we ever replace the ring that my husband had put so much effort and love into making? I could barely keep from crying. Twenty minutes later, while packing the last few things in my bag, I got a message from my husband. It was a photo of my rings! Stan had found them… both! I couldn’t believe my luck. I felt like a weight had been lifted (even though my neck still hurt). I raced back to the beach and cried happy tears when my husband placed my ring on my finger all over again. It was wonderful. I hugged Stan. I couldn’t be more thankful for his hard work and tireless effort to help a total stranger. His focus and compassion have given me a happy ending against truly unbelievable odds. Thank you Stan Flack!

  • I cannot thank Rick and the The Ring Finders enough for finding my wedding ring!
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    It was Tuesday, July 22 and I was spending the day with my family at Glendon Beach (Dennis Port, MA). My friend Brian and I were throwing the football around in shallow waters when I noticed that I nearly lost my wedding ring after making a diving catch into the ocean. At this point, the normal person would have walked up to his belongings and taken the ring off but I, of course, didn’t do that!! Sure enough 3 minutes later I noticed that my ring had slipped off.

    I spent nearly an hour looking for the ring and assumed it was lost forever. Later that week I ran into a lady with a metal detector and asked her if she had found a ring but no luck. Nearly two weeks later, and a day after we left the Cape, my friend Arty ran into a guy who also had a metal detector. He asked about my ring and this guy hadn’t found it either but he said it sounded ‘familiar’ to a ring his friend Rick had found at this same beach. He gave Arty a business card for the “The Ring Finders” which had Rick Browne’s contact info on it.

    Shortly after Arty texted me Rick’s info I sent an email to The Ring Finders. Only 13 minutes after I hit send on that email Rick was calling my cell phone. Amazingly he had found my ring!! I thought for sure this ring was long gone and my wife and I were already considering replacement options. I cannot thank Rick and the The Ring Finders enough for finding my wedding ring!

    You guys are awesome!!

    Sincerely,

    Matt

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  • You can bet I’ll be recommending Luke’s services to anyone in the Spokane/CDA
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    Thank goodness for Ring Finders and good people. Luke was eager to drive 45 mins to come look for my ring and he was equal parts professional, friendly, and caring. I had never met Luke before but a Google search brought me to his Ring Finders page.

    Visibility was less than 4 inches and it was amazing that he was able to find my ring considering the conditions he described above, not to mention the ring sat on the bottom in the muck and slime for 7 days before I had a day off to go out there.

    The lake bottom is littered with old cans, bottles, coins, etc and I was actually getting fairly discouraged after sitting on the dock for 1.5 hours or so, getting sun burnt and feeling bad about my lost wedding band.

    Luke was positive the whole time and like he said, after taking a 15 minute break to regroup, he picked up the signal and somehow got it back to the shallows, basically working blind, without dropping it.

    At first I was in disbelief and I think he celebrated more than me for the first few seconds! The people on the public dock 10 yards away must have thought we were crazy jumping up and down and high-fiving, hooping and hollering. When we told them what the commotion was about, they were yelling too! It was a great time.

    You can bet I’ll be recommending Luke’s services to anyone in the Spokane/CDA area that needs this type of help. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer guy to work with. Good work! (and thanks for getting my wife off my back!)

  • I can’t thank you enough for your generousity
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    Justin,

    I can’t thank you enough for your generousity and how fast you were to respond to me and come out and help find my husbands ring. He since has been extra careful to take it off before we go to the beach. Anyhoo, you left such a great impact on us that since then we have been paying it forward. We ourselves don’t have much, but one by one we been somewhat “adopting” families purchasing and collecting from my friends and family members, items from groceries, household supplies, clothing, etc and helping them thru their toughest times. Once I did it once, it felt so good, I couldnt stop. and now the families we have helped are now trying to help others as well, by volunteering since they dont have much. Thank You for your Kindness. I will continue to pay it forward.

  • I can't thank you enough and am so impressed that you were able to come down that same day and put me out of my misery.
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    Dear Richard,

    Thank you again for your help on Saturday. I will donate £50 plus gift aid to the Dorset air ambulance today.

    For your blog, the story is that we were just spending a family day at the beach and I took the ring off to suncream my boy. I've done it a thousand times because I don't like the cream getting in between the rocks.

    Popped the ring in my pocket then got all rushed into changing to get into the sea and that was when the ring flew out into the sand. It was our 12th wedding anniversary the following day so it was going to be super sad if I lost it.

    I can't thank you enough and am so impressed that you were able to come down that same day and put me out of my misery.

    Wishing you all the very best with your ring finding in the future.

    Best wishes,

    Susan Hopcraft

  • Dan and Carter were a God send to me. I still shake my head in disbelief at the miracle that they performed that day.
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    I am a Newlywed of last August, so my husband and I have been married roughly 11 months. We have been together for over seven years and are best friends. We relocated to the New Lisbon, WI area three years ago and are lucky to live on beautiful Castle Rock Lake.

    Over The Fourth of July weekend, we had our family visiting from out of town and went over to a little island in the middle of the lake; better known as “Alcatraz”. We were having a blast and hanging out in the water near the north side of the island.

    We were playing catch and I threw the ball to my sister. Little did I know that I had just flung my diamond ring into the water filled with tons of people and boats! A friend had said, ” I think you just lost your ring” and we all wondered who he was speaking to; until I realized it was me.

    I went from laughing to frantic as we all searched around the area. Fortunately, he had seen me do it and we knew the area to look around, but to my despair we came up with nothing after an hour. I felt so horrible that I had lost my ring that my husband worked hard for and that we didn’t have insurance. We talked about insuring it for a while and never seemed to get around to it.

    We ended up packing it up and heading to dinner. I felt like a part of me was missing! It wasn’t the materialism of the ring, but the symbol and thought behind the ring. My husband, Rich, also lost his ring at work a couple weeks before. I just keep thinking, now neither one of us has the ring we were actually married with. The next day I decided I was going to rent a metal detector and go back out there to see if I could retrieve it. As I searched the sites, I saw that it was roughly $40 a day to rent or around $600 for a decent one, but then it hit me…I had no idea what to do even if I did get one.

    I then thought…well Google, you basically have everything I ever would need to know; so maybe you can tell me if I can hire someone. Bingo. After I plugged in the question a website popped up called; www.TheRingFinders.com.

    It gave me different people I could contact to help me find my ring and narrow it down by region of the world! Since I am basically an hour from any large city; I figured I would need to look for someone far from me. But, when I looked up areas in Wisconsin; there was a man in the Dells. I clicked on the link and came to Dan Roekle.

    He had other great success stories and also seemed like a very genuine guy. He also had found a ring in Baraboo with pretty much the same scenario. I was looking for pricing for him to come out; but he only wanted $25 for his expenses and reward if I could spare anything. I was ecstatic. I contacted Dan and within hours had responded and was asking lots of beneficial and professional questions. We went back and forth pretty much all day when he then said I can come out tomorrow if you are available.

    I couldn’t believe this kind man was giving me his Sunday, willing to drive from the Madison area and seemed so confident we could find it. He basically stated, we do it for the adventure and love helping others out!

    The next morning Dan drove up to our lake house with his son Carter, 11, who is his right hand man during these “treasure hunts”. Not only were they very nice, I felt like I had known them for years. We all got on the boat and headed out to the island. My brother in-law met us out there and had the coordinates from his boat GPS that was so helpful to narrow down the area of where we were.

    It still was an area roughly 100 ft by 70 ft of water that was 3ft to 4 ft in depth. Carter would shift through the sand when Dan would let him now that the metal detector had detected something. They also switched and took turns listening and retrieving during the search which was awesome to see their teamwork. While they searched; Dan taught me about metal detecting as well. Things I would have never known! 1. You need a permit from the DNR in Wisconsin to search any bodies of water and need to let them know specifically what you are looking for. 2. The metal detector has different sensitivity levels that can search for things that are a few inches deep to 6 ft. depending on the setting. 3. Also that as soon as my ring had fallen off, it probably sunk 2 inches right away.

    I am glad I didn’t spend money on a metal detector! It wasn’t the sunniest day and the lake was kind of choppy. I felt so bad and asked if there was something I could do besides narrowing down the search area. Dan just replied no and kept looking. A little more time had passed and I was starting to think I wouldn’t see it again. Then Dan came walking back to me on the boat. I just thought to myself that he was coming to say he was cold and it was a lost cause. He said, “are you sure this is the area”? I said, yes and then he asked what it looked like again. As I started describing the ring…he said you mean like this? I saw my ring was on the tip of his pinky (I have tiny hands) and hugged him and smiled the largest I had in a long while! My husband, family and I were in complete awe! I had not only my ring back, but my faith in people and lost causes. I knew right then and there, this would be a story I tell for the rest of my life.

    Dan and Carter were a God send to me. I still shake my head in disbelief at the miracle that they performed that day. They found a ring the size of a nickel in 14,000 acres of water, buried along with 20+ rusty bottle caps and pop tops! I am so glad that I found him on www.TheRingFinders.com website and that people like him, even exist! So, if you have ever lost something that has been as important to you, put your faith in Dan to find it and you will be amazed as well.

    Laura H.

  • I then got on the web and searched for a ring finder and to my surprise I found one in my area
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    I lost my wedding rings while while cutting the lawn with the ride on mower. It was supper time that I noticed my wedding rings were missing, there is an engagement ring with ten diamonds in it welded to the wedding band. I felt really bad as I told my wife and saw the look of desperation on her face. We did go out and look with no luck which only made us feel hopeless.

    I then got on the web and searched for a ring finder and to my surprise I found one in my area [http://theringfinders.com/Don.Marshall/#ca-bc-victoria]. I did not have much hope for finding them as there was 6,000 square feet to cover and a lot of precut grass for them to hide in.

    Don showed up as promised and I signed his contract and I showed him where I started and where I finished. He did find the special hood hinge bolt off the tractor which gave me confidence that he would eventually find my rings.

    He found it on the second day of his search and I was very surprised that he found it an hour into his search. I was very impressed with his expertise and how quickly he found them. I just can’t thank him enough for his kindness. My wife came home just as Don was preparing to leave and was very elated to discover he had found them.

    PS.

    The crappy weld job was done by myself saving me the $250.00 the jeweler wanted to up-size them and weld them together. At the time I thought no one will see it anyway, was I ever wrong. It is my first time working with gold and I will try to do better the next time.

    Thank You Don.

    Steve & Donna

  • thank God and thank you for being God’s messenger that found our missing wedding band
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    “Oh my GOD, I thought you ignored my e-mail. It is a Miracle! My hands are shaking while I write to you. There are no words I can say to thank you enough. You are the angel that God sent to find our ring. You would not believe how this past week was for my husband. I will tell everyone I know about theringfinders.com.”

    Two days later Mariam wrote: “I still cannot believe what happened! I read your e-mail 10 times a day and tell myself God is so good! What you do as a hobby (metal detecting) is really a very helpful thing. Especially when people like us lose a very valuable thing – that losing it really touches their hearts and finding it by an angel like you touches their hearts even more! As I said and I will be saying for the rest of my life, thank God and thank you for being God’s messenger that found our missing wedding band and delivered the GREAT NEWS to us when we so badly needed it!!”

  • Unbelievable. Still in shock. Stan Ross with The Ring Finders you are the man
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    So my gold chain/jesus piece that was passed down to me when my father passed at 16 was broken off from my chest into the ocean when I was playing with my dog at the dog beach yesterday, around 3pm. 7 years I've had it on my chest. We searched frantically for 2 hours for it to no avail. Soo as I was just going to give up and let mother nature have it we got in contact with someone online who does treasure hunting. He met up with us and went into the ocean with his metal detectors and had no luck. Told me he was going to come back (all the way from newport) at 6 am and take another look when it's low tide. At 6:45 Am I get a call from this man saying he found the pendent and the chain as well... I asked him how much I owed him and he didn't even want any money, he just said he's glad he could help... Unbelievable. Still in shock. Stan Ross with The Ring Finders you are the man and I can't thank you enough. You will be receiving a check in the mail. Cheers and happy Saturday!!

  • Stan is the MAN! Thank you for finding my ring!
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    Nicole’s Story

    My son and I decided to take a spontaneous and quick (Thurs-Sun) road trip, just the 2 of us, to Southern California from the SF Bay Area. The plan was to spend 2 days at Disneyland and then make a stop in Manhattan Beach to see family on Sunday. Before noon on Saturday(day #2 at Disney), we were both wanting to go to the beach.

    So, we said goodbye to Mickey and headed for Newport. After a relaxing Saturday afternoon filled with a picnic lunch, boogey boarding, playing catch (lacrosse & baseball), we headed back to our hotel in Anaheim.

    It was there that I realized I did not have my wedding ring on my finger. I vaguely remember taking it off to apply sunscreen like I so often do, surely I’d remember to put it back on. Oops! So after shuffling through the multiple bags I had with me that day and stripping down the car I realized I must’ve lost it at the beach. Gone forever, or so I thought.

    Monday, back home in the Bay Area, I had a hairbrain idea to go online and check out Orange County Craigslist. On it, I posted an ad in the “lost & found” section stating: “Platinum Wedding Band lost at Newport Beach on Saturday.” Talk about a shot in the dark, a hail Mary!

    I never thought anything would come of it and had already begun looking online at new wedding bands but on Monday night, I had an e-mail from Stan with theringfinders.com asking me for more detail. I was able to narrow it down for him, I knew what block I parked in and about how far down the beach we were. I still thought it would be like finding a needle in a haystack. It’s a BIG beach!

    Tuesday morning (3 days after losing my ring at the beach!) at 7:30am I got an email saying simply “I found your ring. Call me.” I called him right away. He read me the inscription, sure enough it was my ring! My ring was back on my finger on Thursday. I am still in shock. My husband Patrick and I have been married 13 years this summer, lucky #13! Stan is the MAN! Thank you for finding my ring!

  • Steve – we could never thank you enough for what an amazing blessing you were to us
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    What a miracle it was that we met you Steve!

    Our 1 year anniversary was less than 2 weeks away. My husband lost his wedding band while he was surfing in pretty rough conditions. I immediately assumed that it was lost forever, somewhere in the belly of the sea. But we still went back to look for it the next day, and that’s when we met Steve.

    He graciously offered to help us look for the ring until he had to leave for the day. In that short time, he wasn’t able to find the ring but we shared our information and told him about the inscriptions in case he was to ever come across it.

    The next morning, we were surprised when my husband received a text from Steve telling us that he was going to go back and look for our ring. That afternoon, my husband thought he’d swing by and do some more looking himself, and when he got there, he saw Steve was still there, waist deep in the water searching for our ring. My husband realized that if Steve wasn’t able to find it, that we probably wouldn’t either, and he left the beach. A few hours later, Steve sent us a text to tell us that he’d found the ring!

    The following night we met up with him and he shared the incredible story about how he’d found the ring. It brought me to tears! What a miracle it was that we met Steve!

    Steve – we could never thank you enough for what an amazing blessing you were to us and how dedicated you were to finding our ring. Thank you a million times, from the bottom of our hearts – you’ll never know how much this meant to us!

  • he had a website pulled up on the screen of the computer. “TheRingFinders.com”
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    The Trinity

    When I was in college, I went to school in Europe for one summer. My grandmother loved Paris very much. Before I left, she gave me a generous check and told me to buy a wonderful souvenir in Paris, so that I could always remember my time there. I bought a gold trinity ring at Cartier. It rolled on to my finger, and I loved it. During those few days in Paris, I actually was introduced to my future husband, Lane. I have always treasured that ring…a gift from my grandmother, and a ring that has been on my hand since I met my husband almost 22 years ago.

    A couple of weeks ago, our family…which now includes 3 children, headed to the beach in California for our summer vacation. We had a wonderful time playing in the ocean, sea kayaking, and really just spending time together without all the distractions of home. My youngest, Cole, just threw an amazing pass. As I reached up to make the catch, I heard the clinking of my ring as is rolled off of my finger and flew in air. I told him to hang-on, I had to get my ring. As our family stared into the sand, expecting to see the sun’s reflection off of my ring, we only saw a sea of sand. Everywhere we looked, looked the same. And my ring was nowhere. We sifted through the sand for over an hour and then the tide began to rise, and the waves washed away my hopes of finding my ring. As we walked out on the beach for the days to come, I would pray that the Lord would somehow let my ring appear. It never did. We left California almost 5 days later.

    After we got home, I missed the familiar ring on my finger even more. Lane could sense my disappointment. It is funny how even simple things can be so meaning-filled. When I walked downstairs to tell Lane goodnight, he had a website pulled up on the screen of the computer. “TheRingFinders.com”, it said. He told me to call that number. It was 10:30pm, and I was clicking on “The United States,” “California,” “Ventura County,” and there it was, a name and phone number of a “ring-finder expert.” He answered right away and was simply distraught that he couldn’t help me. He was on a 3 week vacation, and he said that would be too long to wait. He told me to call someone from another county. “They’ll drive up,” he said. And so I clicked on “Los Angeles,” over an hour’s drive from our beach house in Oxnard. Jim answered the phone. In my own disbelief that I was making this call, I explained to this man the story of my lost ring. Jim said, “Oh, I’ll go look for your ring.” “You will?” “Oh yes, I’ll go look.” “Well, how much do you charge to look,” I said. “Well, it’s going to be a bit of a drive, so I would ask that you pay for my gas.” “That’s fine,” I said. “If I don’t find your ring, than that is the only charge.” “Really?” “Yes, but if I do find your ring, you don’t have to pay for gas, and you can just pay me whatever you think is fair.” “Really?!” I couldn’t believe what he was saying. “When do you think you could go look?” “Well, I’ll go tomorrow,” he said. “You can go tomorrow?” “Yes, I will go look for your ring tomorrow,” he promised.

    Lane is very detailed and thorough. He sent Jim a Google Earth beach-side image of our house told him that he had paced off 63 steps from the back deck to where we thought the ring was lost. I sent him a picture of the ring. At 11:00pm Jim emailed to find out the time of day that I lost the ring. He had already checked the tidal pattern and wasn’t sure if he could make the 4:00am low tide. I told him that was okay. I did tell him that he should wear a cape—since he was off to save the day—and that I would be praying for him.

    I thought about Jim the next day. “Did he even go?” I prayed that he did. The hours and carpools passed and no phone call. I was pretty sure that no news was not good news. As I was walking in to the bank, my phone rang. It was just after 4:00pm and it was a call from California. “Hello?” I said. “Liz, this is Jim from California.” “Oh, hi Jim” I was waiting for the “oh I am so sorry…” “Well, I have good news for you, Liz….I found your ring!” “You found my ring?!” How could he have found my ring? How after all of the days, in all of that sand, how with the high tides, how with the large beach, how could he have found my ring? “It took me about 3 hours,” he said. “After 2 hours, I was getting discouraged, so I decided to take a little lunch break,” he said. “I kept looking, and about an hour later, I found your ring. It was farther north than you thought. It was almost even with the next house up.” “How deep in the sand was it?” I asked. “About 4 inches deep.” “Jim, I just can’t believe you found it! Thank you so, so much.”

    Tonight, as I write this, my ring is in a Fed Ex package coming to my house and Jim’s check is in the mail going to his house. How refreshing that there are people in the world that really are doing things to help other people mostly because they enjoy helping; they enjoy searching; they enjoy finding. How unique is it to find a complete stranger who has time to go help you look for something lost, tomorrow? Who says, “I’ll go tomorrow?”

  • I am so grateful to Guy and The Ring Finders!
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    I am so grateful to Guy and The Ring Finders! They made a pretty crappy week end on a great note.

    I lost my engagement ring playing in the yard with my dog and after panicking, my fiancée, myself, some of the wedding party and three neighbors searched in our yard. After seven hours and a metal detector rental and not enough luck, we turned to the internet and found Guy here on The Ring Finders.

    Skeptical at first, because I didn’t think there was even anyone in the world who would do this, let alone on a reward basis and not for a really high fee, I gave Guy a call and after some brief chatting and scheduling, I got to meet him and he got to work. After his first initial run through of the yard he assured me it was close that he could find my ring. A day or so later he came back when I was available for more time he gave the yard an extremely through sweep, and then the neighboring yard a through sweep as well.

    When the ring didn’t turn up in my yard, my first though was “we’ll never find is” and Guy assured me again we would and I wouldn’t be writing this if he hadn’t, and I am so grateful that he did. My ring had made it over the fence into the yard next door, and was safely recovered from under a pile of leaves.

    Guy is a funny, easy going person and his genuinely nice persona kept the whole experience enjoyable despite the circumstances. That fact that he does this just for the love of helping people, and that he helped me, makes me glad such a site like this, and people like him that do this, exist.

    Thank you Guy for doing this, and thank you TheRingFinders for making a place that people like me can find people like Guy.

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  • He found my ring and made me smile....
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    The story of how Christian and I met is just as out of this world as the ring he gave me. The meteorite it was made from touched down in Sweden in 1906, ( I have a certificate with the exact coordinates and a raw piece of it as well)

    Due to the fact that he is not yet a Canadian citizen and he is a Geologist that works in the field we have spent many months apart from each other.

    I always admired the ring on his finger (made from a different meteorite) and the fact that he had one made for me and sent to Canada ....well...we all know the very real emotional attachment we have to these physical symbols of friendship, love, respect. That being said, when that ring flew off my finger I was devastated. I was lucky enough to have complete strangers join in my search with the best of intentions,..So amazing!

    The next day I went to work and came home to look for it myself. Something in me told me I wasn't going to find it because I was looking with emotional and frantic eyes.

    I came upstairs and googled "metal detector rentals vancouver" and that's how I found Chris.

    He actually answered my call while in the middle of dinner with his family. I felt like a jerk with first world problems at that point..But after meeting Chris, I can't tell you how he validated my situation.

    He took me through the what's and why's of what he was going to do, and involved me in the process, which I think is so key in doing what he does. I mean, I felt all the emotions, sad..guilty...dumb..you name it...

    But he arrived on the scene and I felt OK.

    He took the time out of his life to make someone feel OK.

    He found my ring and made me smile....I joke with myself that I would buy a ring and lose it just to have that experience again...

    Thank you Chris...

    Stephanie Walker

  • I couldn’t believe someone could be so kind and so honest – he really was my guardian angel that day.
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    Chris and the Ring Finders are miracle workers – they really do find needles in haystacks!

    A few weeks ago I travelled from Charlotte, North Carolina to Orlando, Florida for a long weekend. It was my birthday and I wanted to relax with my husband and 6 month old daughter.

    After spending a day in Orlando we decided to make a trip to Cocoa Beach and get some sun (it had been snowing in Charlotte when we left!) After we arrived at the beach I started to put sunscreen on my baby. I was wearing my white gold diamond and sapphire engagement and wedding rings which had been fused into one ring –

    I didn’t want to get it grubby when I was putting cream on my baby so I took it off for a second. Not wanting to lose it on the towel I put it onto my pinky toe (yes, I really did that!!!!) for what I planned on being a second – and promptly forgot about it. It must have been an hour later when I thought about putting more sunscreen on my baby, that I realized my ring was missing.

    I was frantic – looking all around where we were sitting, but also at the ocean and the trash cans where I had walked. I couldn’t be sure it hadn’t fallen off at any time when I was walking around. We searched for over 3 hours but we couldn’t find it. I was so upset.

    I couldn’t believe I would be leaving the beach without my ring. After that our vacation was pretty much ruined. We went home to North Carolina the next day, but I just couldn’t relax knowing my ring was still out there. I couldn’t sleep!

    Two days after losing the ring I decided to google the ring’s description and the day and location where I lost it – just in case anyone honest had found it and reported it on Craigslist or another lost and found site. It didn’t come up, but this website did – someone had a story in one of the testimonials about losing a white gold ring on Cocoa Beach. I was fascinated by the website and looked up the local ring finder for Cocoa Beach – John Morgan.

    I really didn’t hold out any hope that he would find it, or that he would even answer the phone – it was just a last ditch effort so I could get some peace of mind that I had at least tried. John was so nice on the phone. He told me that the area where I was describing I had lost it was a very heavily hunted area of beach and that it may have already been found, but he gave me some websites and forums where a treasure hunter might have found it and posted about it.

    I felt good about the conversation with Jon – I trusted him and I was so grateful that he was willing to look for the ring. He didn’t even want anything to go and look. While I was grateful, I really didn’t hold out much hope that he would actually find it.

    I emailed him a screenshot on google maps of where we were sitting on the beach, and some snaps of my husband and baby on the beach with buildings in the background. I also had the parking ticket with a timestamp on it and the exact park where we had parked the car.

    I couldn’t believe it when he called the next day and told me he had found it!! I was stunned and so grateful. It truly was a miracle. He said he had found it by using the snapshots I had sent, to triangulate our exact position on the beach and found it right there where we had been sitting.

    It had even survived the beach tractor going over it. He mailed it to me the same day, by UPS, with insurance on it and I got it several days later. He wouldn’t even give me a return address to send him some compensation for finding it. I couldn’t believe someone could be so kind and so honest – he really was my guardian angel that day. I know he spent several hours looking on the beach, not to mention paying for parking, postage and making at least two trips to the beach.

    Thank-you Chris for providing this amazing service. Your finders can truly find needles in haystacks. I thought it was gone for sure. I’m just so happy that something that is so precious

  • I starting screaming and hugging Larry "My New Best Friend"
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    I lost my engagement ring on the beach, in the sand at Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Naples, Florida on Sunday. We spent 2 1/2 hours sifting sand and scoring the area with a metal detector. No luck. Thank you to the Park Rangers for lending us the equipment.

    My husband had the brilliant idea to Google "help finding a lost ring on the beach in Naples" and The Ring Finders came up. He called Larry Spearing. Larry met us at the beach yesterday morning. Larry made two very methodical passes over the area with no luck.

    We were getting very discouraged and thought the ring was lost forever.

    Then Larry went back to his truck and took out The Mother of all metal detectors and lo and behold within minutes he pulled the ring out of about 10" of sand. I starting screaming and hugging Larry "My New Best Friend". The whole process to took under an hour.

    If you ever find yourself in this terrible situation know that there is help. I wish we had known to call him on Sunday afternoon, we would have saved a lot of hard work and heart ache.

    Thank you Larry!

  • I was SO thrilled and kept laughing and praising Stan for his amazing skills.
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    This week in my personal scripture study I read Luke chapter 15. When I got to these verses, I had to smile :

    8 Either what woman having ten pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till she find it?

    9 And when she hath found it, she calleth her friends and her neighbours together, saying, Rejoice with me; for I have found the piece which I had lost.

    I smiled because I had a recent occasion when I had reason to rejoice over something I had lost.

    Last week I lost my keyfob in the sand at the beach--actually, I will admit, I slightly BURIED my keyfob in the sand and then put my flip flops on top while I was paddleboarding at sunset. Never once did I think someone might steal my flip flops, thus making it difficult to know exactly where the key was buried. (I did, however, have a little voice inside me that asked if it was a good idea, which I thought was possibly my husband's voice in my head, and I dismissed it. Sorry, Jon!)

    ANYWAY, we paddled until the full moon was shining across the bay, and sat on our boards trying to decide which view was better--the side with the lingering golden glow of sunset or the side with the bright full moon light dancing on the water.

    Eventually we got back to shore just as dark was setting in and, to our dismay, my flip flops were long gone. A nice man, Mark Carlisle, came in on his paddleboard after us, and seeing my friend and I searching in the sand, offered to help. The three of us "sought diligently"and "swept" the sand for quite some time but we could not find the key. Finally we used Mark's cellphone to call Jon to bring us the spare key. While waiting for my husband to leave work, pick up the spare key and drive to the beach (nearly 45 minutes), Susie and I continued to search and search, systematically raking the sand on our hands and knees over and over again. But we could not find that key!

    Even though both of us had been praying silently the entire time to find the key, we eventually decided to kneel and pray out loud together. During the prayer, I had a warm feeling come over me and felt a strong spiritual confirmation that we would indeed find the key. (Those silly keyfobs cost over $200...that's why I really wanted to find it!)

    But when Jon finally got to us, we still hadn't found it. So we loaded our boards and drove home. I wasn't all that worried because I knew from the impression I had had while praying that we would somehow recover the key. On the way home Susie googled "metal detectors OC" and found a local man named Stan Ross of ringfinders.com, and I decided I would call him in the morning.

    Susie, Stan Ross and Me with the key!

    Early the next morning I met Stan back at the beach, and lo and behold, he had already found the key before I got there. I was SO thrilled and kept laughing and praising Stan for his amazing skills. (Not only was Stan a skilled finder with the best metal detecting equipment, he was also the nicest man!) The key was right were we had been searching. We had combed that exact spot by hand a half a dozen times. I was overjoyed! I called my friends and family: "Rejoice with me, for I have found the piece which I had lost!"

    Now, the story in Luke does not end with the rejoicing woman who had found her lost coin. In verse 10 the Savior says:

    10 Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.

    The joy I felt when the key was found was real and big and exciting. So I can only imagine the EXQUISITE joy in heaven when a lost lamb is recovered--when one of God's beloved children turns his/her life around and returns to the path of our Father in Heaven. I can truly imagine the shouts of joy in heaven when someone on earth who had lost faith recovers it; when someone on earth who had wandered into darkness turns back to God's light. I have seen it happen in my own family in the last few years, and it is continuing right now in ways I could only have DREAMED of in the past. That is heaven-on-earth joy. That is when angels and men rejoice together. That is why two of my children are serving missions right now--one in Russia and one in Malaysia. They are out there searching to find our Father's lost sheep and bring them into His fold. What joy!

    Rejoice with me!

    (If you are in Southern California and ever need a metal detector, I highly recommend Stan Ross . He blogged here about our experience together.)

  • I was searching the internet looking for anyone that may be able to help, when I came across The Ring Finders website.
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    Last week I took down my Christmas lights and decorations and was hurrying as it was quickly getting dark and beginning to snow outside.

    As I finished and came into the house I realized that my wedding ring had somehow fallen off while outside. I frantically went outside with a flashlight and attempted to locate the ring but was unsuccessful. The next day I was searching the internet looking for anyone that may be able to help, when I came across The Ring Finders website.

    I read Jim’s blog and was given a sense of hope that he may be able to help as he has a 100% location success rate. I contacted Jim and we made plans to meet that Sunday to attempt to locate the ring. When Sunday arrived I did not think we would be able to search as it was raining / sleeting with still over 5 inches of snow on the ground.

    Jim arrived with his friend Lance and after introductions the two men began to search for the ring. After nearly two hours of searching Jim began to thoroughly search each bush while on his hands and knees as a last attempt to locate the ring. I heard Jim call out that he found it and immediately showed it to me. Jim & Lance’s professionalism and skills were very present that day and I would recommend them to anyone who ever needs their services going forward.

    Rodney

  • This man will find your ring 100% don’t pass him up
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    On January 4th I made the final decision to purchase my girlfriend an engagement ring to give to her at midnight (because the fourth was her birthday and I didn’t want to give it to her for that.) So at midnight in front of twenty of our friends and family I got on one knee and asked her to marry me. She said yes and then the excitement followed pictures everywhere and a celebration.

    We decided to let the night drag on into an after party. We went to our friend’s house and had about six of us just hanging out. We all decided to go outside when my girlfriend decided to go play in the snow(she was excited so it was just her having fun.) However the ring had not been sized one hundred percent at this point.

    She eventually got out of the snow and realized that she had dropped her ring!! We immediately started to search the area with phone flashlights trying to find the ring. After a while we realized that all these people weren’t a good choice because we were just stepping on each others toes.

    We ran to Wal Mart to get materials for a search party since we couldn’t find a metal detector. Armed with flash lights, head lamps, a few rakes and will power we began our five hour search in the back yard. We still came up empty at around 7 am I was offered a metal detecting wand to help assist my search. Again no luck with the wand. After hours of searching I had finally decided to do some research on the whole topic of losing rings. Somehow I stumbled across theringfinders.com.

    I didn’t think that this would be any help because I was sure there was no one in the area but I decided to give it a look anyway. There ended up being someone roughly ten miles away from the house I was doing the search party! I was able to get in contact with Mr. Wagner and he said he would be able to come out later in the day because he had another call and he was checking to see what the weather was going to do. After I contacted him I decided I’d give it one more go just because I was still worried and wouldn’t be able to sleep anyway.

    I went and purchased a metal detector from harbor freight tools and now I was ready to go on a search again. Ok without saying much unless your trained don’t even waste your time buying one of these. Eventually we gave up even searching with a detector we were getting hits everywhere in the yard. As soon as I decided to call it a day Mr. Wagner called me back to say he was on his way around 10am. Himself and a colleague showed up shortly thereafter armed and ready to find the ring.

    I had a general direction of where we thought the ring was at so I gave them the perimeter and they were on the hunt. As soon as they started not even 30 seconds !!! into the search they were able to locate the ring!!!! They were both very nice gentleman and I was finally able to go to sleep after an all night search party in frigid conditions digging through snow with bare hands. This man will find your ring 100% don’t pass him up if you’re in need of help the price was next to nothing for such a priceless piece of jewelry.

    Ring Loser

    Anthony

  • Once Chris arrived and started the search I was holding my breath.
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    The moment I found out my dads ring was lost... And somewhere in the snow my heart sunk. I lost my Dad to suicide in April of 1996 and this was the ring he wore.

    I prayed and asked my Dad to help me find the ring all night. The next morning I laid in bed trying to figure how I could find it. I started researching about metal detectors but felt overwhelmed.

    Then I came across the ring finder website and found Chris Turner. I called him and he was so reassuring that he could help me. My mind was eased a bit but knew I wouldn't feel good until it was found.

    Once Chris arrived and started the search I was holding my breath. I was amazed and so relieved when he found it. Thank you Chris!!

  • I am so so grateful to Chris and The Ring Finders!
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    I am so so grateful to Chris and The Ring Finders! It was so nice to have a happy ending to a really bad week.

    I lost my rings in the snow and then shortly after that had a pretty bad car accident. When I found The Ring Finders I was a little sceptical but thought, "this is probably my best shot at getting my rings back".

    After talking to Chris on the phone and then meeting him I was totally put at ease and felt confident that he could find my rings and sure enough he did.

    This man is such a kind hearted, easy going, truly good person. He has no fee and works purely on a rewards basis, which to me showed me that what he really loves is helping people.

    The world needs more kind people like Chris who are passionate about bringing joy to people's lives!

    If you ever lose something close to your heart, call The Ring Finders - they will do everything they can to help you find it, and in my experience they're pretty good at what they do! Thank you Chris!

  • TheRingFinders.com... I read of success stories of rings found and my hope was restored. I found Dave Milsted and called him
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    Just another Saturday at the beach or so we thought!

    As a mother of 3 young boys, I decided to take a last minute day trip for the end of summer. We piled up the minivan with my husband, my mother, our AuPair and my three boys! Before leaving the house…my inner voice told me to leave my wedding ring at home since I had lost some weight…it was loose but, I didn’t listen. We packed the car full. We had the cooler, beach chairs, boogie boards and toys for the sand. We brought everything but Sunblock…. Yes, we all ended up burnt. We drove around for about 15 minutes trying to find a parking spot when we came upon Cove Beach in Cape May, NJ. I’ve been going to Cape May beaches for over 20 years and have never been to that particular beach before. So, we parked the car, and set up our stuff.

    We played in the water! Taking on the waves. My two oldest boys were brazen…going out really far….enough to concern the lifeguards to whistle us in closer (it was a yellow flag day)….so then we built sand castles. We then came back to the beach blanket and ate some snacks. Back to the water again, riding the waves and then the youngest wanted to come back in the sand castle area. I had some trouble getting up out of the water and put my hands in the sand and there went the wedding band. But, I didn’t notice it then…I went back into the water with my husband while the kids searched for the perfect shells! When I came back…I sat down in the sand where the waves crashed in on our legs digging my hands into the sand looking for shells for the boys…we posed for a few family shots and then I realized it! The ring was gone. OMG!

    I turned to my husband and lifted my hand to show no wedding band! He said “You’re joking, right?” “I wouldn’t joke about this” I said. He immediately jumped up and helped me frantically searched the sand. The tide was coming in harder and harder…we could hardly see. The kids looked, the babysitter looked, even some strangers on the beach…I was crying so hard, I needed to clean my glasses….I then realized from the family pictures…I might be able to see when I last had it on… and I saw it!!! When I was swimming with my youngest son. So, I knew where it was probably gone at but the tide had come in so far I knew I’d never get it back. I cried and cried. My husband hugged me and said he’d buy me another one. It wouldn’t be the same. I didn’t want a new wedding band…I wanted the one he gave me when we promised each other the rest of our lives together 10 years ago. I thought it was ironic that my husband asked me to marry him and gave me an engagement ring on another beach in Cape May, NJ years ago and now I lost my wedding band in Cape May, NJ.

    A short time later, I was so upset and defeated…we packed the car back up and headed home. After the beach, we were supposed to go to the Wildwood boardwalk and ride some rides but….I just couldn’t build myself up to enjoy it. On the ride home I knew I’d never get my ring back. My mom reminded me that other than my ring loss, I still had my family and my kids were safe and happy. Even though my family was safe and that was really the most important thing to me…I still couldn’t stop being upset about losing my ring and my stupidity for not leaving it at home. My mom offered to come back the next morning and comb the beach with me… When I got home and everyone was getting ready for bed…I Googled to see what my chances would be if I could even had any chance. I looked at the possibilities of renting a metal detector and then came upon TheRingFinders.com. I read of success stories of rings found and my hope was restored. I found Dave Milsted and called him to see what could be done. I told him it was a gold wedding band with 11 inset diamonds. He told me to map the area I thought it was lost. I immediately mapped where we were sitting, where I thought it was lost and where we swam. Then my 3 boys brought me beautifully made “homemade rings” made from paper to replace my wedding band. I smiled for their thoughtfulness and creativity.

    I then sent the email to Dave. I didn’t hear anything back. I anxiously checked email in the morning and saw I mis-typed his email address. OMG!!! Quickly I resent it to the correct email and added some more details.

    Dave responded immediately and suggested he could go out on Tuesday. Slightly disappointed I put my faith in the fact that he has been doing this for years and if he felt there was an urgency…or not…then he’d be right. So, I stopped worrying until Tuesday. Since 8am Tuesday morning, I checked my email and phone every 30 mins or less. As the day pressed on, so my pressure skyrocketed. I even shed a few tears while telling the story to co workers. I figured, the longer it took to hear from Dave, the less likely it would be that he’d found it….

    Then, I received an email from Dave saying he had a few questions asking me to call him! I jumped right on the phone and called. Dave asked me a few more questions about the location I thought it was lost. I explained where I thought I was and then he told me that the beach was packed and that there were already folks with metal detectors, the sand was loose and….my heart sank.

    Then, he then told me he found my ring! I think I asked him if he was serious….and after he said “YES”…I was speechless. I couldn’t speak…I was crying hysterically and couldn’t stop! The sentimental value for me was so much more than the jewelry price value. I tried to get out the words to say Thank you and that I would call him back when I left my job to discuss picking it up. I immediately called my husband and my mom crying. They could hardly understand me but they finally realized what I had said and were both shocked and excited!

    Dave, there are no words for what you do for people/families like ours. There is no replacing a memory or the value that was placed on something because of its emotional association with it when something is lost. You replaced it for me and renewed my strength in humanity that there are honest people who care about others and want to help people…”Thank you.” That is the smallest thing I can say and the biggest thing I can mean at the same time. I am glad my wedding band will be in safe hands until we officially meet and I promise to NEVER wear it in the Ocean again (at least until I get it re-sized)!!!

  • I will certainly recommend The Ring Finders web site
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    A BIG thank you to The Ring Finders, Bill Dobbins and Al with Lehigh Valley Airport Operations, for helping me find my wedding ring!

    I lost my ring while attending the Lehigh Valley Airshow on August 25th and after calling the Airport lost & found, post air show cleanup with no luck, I asked the Operations Manager if it would be possible to permit me to search the area where I believe I lost the ring. They said yes and I thought ok, this is going to be like looking for a needle in a haystack, so I probably should get my hands on a metal detector.

    Subsequently, I began a search on the internet to find one to rent when I came across an article from someone who had lost a ring at the Jersey shore only one week earlier. That individual originally was also seeking to rent a metal detector when they came across The Ring Finders web site.

    The individual connected with a contact from the web site and located his lost ring the following morning within an hour. I thought, wow this makes total sense! Why try to find it myself when you can have a pro help you find it! So I immediately went to The Ring Finders web site and connected with Bill and planned our trip out to the Airport.

    We met with Al in Airport Operations who helped us get orientated on the airfield grounds and to the location where I thought I may have lost my ring.

    Bill found my ring within an hour, and needless to say I was very excited…both Al and I were quite impressed!! I will certainly recommend The Ring Finders web site and Bill to anyone who may need such services in the future!

  • Little did we know that there is an angel named Chris Turner who is able to help us and that he is only a phone call away!
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    Chris Turner compassionately turns gloom into exhilaration by illuminating dismal moments with arrays of hope which bloom into sensational memorable moments of ecstasy.

    Nobody likes loosing things, especially precious meaningful jewellery with high sentimental value. When you do lose it, you’d do almost anything in your power to get it back.

    Less than two months past our wedding day, my husband lost his wedding ring at Whonnock Lake. Even though he realized it right away when the ring slipped off his finger and 6 of us searched and scavenged the vicinity of the area where the ring came off for over 45 minutes, we were unable to find it! The water was murky and the sand was pebbly so we gave up and spent a very depressed Saturday evening and Sunday sighing over the lost ring.

    Little did we know that there is an angel named Chris Turner who’s able to help us and that he’s only a phone call away!

    Chris Turner generously offered his helping hands to find my husband’s wedding ring. Thanks to him, in less than twenty four hours, the ring was back on my husband’s finger and the smile was back on our face!

    Chris Turner, we love you and we wish the best for you and your family.

    You truly deserve all the best in life. May Karma bring you an abundance of wealth, health, passion and success.

    Sincere Regards,

    Tara and Shahrooz

  • August 9th was one of the worst days of my life, however, August 12th became the day I will most remember and I have no one else but Dave to thank for that.
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    On Friday August ninth my evening began like so many others and ended like no other…My fiancée and I went to dinner and we were having a wonderful evening; great food, music and drinks. We were discussing what day we should plan our wedding, where the location would be etc. Later we left the restaurant and the idea of taking a walk on the beach to watch a lighting storm over the ocean seemed romantic and appealing.

    Once there, we walked hand and hand…the sound of the ocean and waves lapping up onto the shore was just so beautiful…so beautiful I decided I was going to go wading around in it. It was now dusk, and looking back, it wasn’t the brightest idea in the world because when I turned to look at my fiancée one of those very waves hit the back of my knees which caused me to loose my footing and down I went into the surf…I struggled to get myself up but it proved so difficult Daniel had to trudge in and come to my rescue.

    Soaking wet and humiliated I made my way back to the car, dried off, changed into some clothes, and headed home…that’s when Daniel said “Babe…your ring!” I looked down to fine only a tan line where my ring once sat.

    It was gone…washed away in the tide when I struggled so foolishly to gain ground. I was instantly heartbroken and quite honestly, hysterical. I didn’t know what to do. The next morning I woke at dawn and raced to what I thought was the location, and began searching. Up and down the beach I walked straining my eyes in hopes to find this ring that meant so much to me, defeated I left only to return in the evening with a three pronged rake…I dug, and looked and cried, still there was no ring. It had seemed the ocean had taken it for her own and the sadness and guilt I felt only deepened.

    Later that night I was on the computer…my ring of course being the only thing I could think about; I began searching lost rings in the ocean. As I scrolled through a sea of tales written about similar experiences I stumbled onto a site TheRingFinders.com, my curiosity was peaked. Clicking through the links I finally came across the name Dave Milsted and I thought to myself “It’s worth a shot to shoot him an e-mail…what’s the worst that could happen, he won’t answer”? Before I knew it I was writing to explain my desperate situation and asking for help. I clicked send and I waited. No sooner did I write I saw there was a reply…and it was Dave! I nearly jumped out of my chair I was so excited, I actually got a response and he was interested in coming to my aid…I had a shred of hope, finally.

    After a brief correspondence Dave said he would be willing to search out my ring and that he could come that Monday…the longest two days of my life I must say, but I was overjoyed that there was a chance that maybe, just maybe, I would find this diamond in the sand. Monday finally came and Daniel and I met up with Dave at the beach entrance in Brigantine. I was a bit nervous due to the fact that the sky was beginning to look a bit ominous. The dark clouds stretched out over the dunes and we moved fast in an effort to cover what ground we could. Daniel pointed out where he roughly thought I went in and as I stood at the waters edge I thought “I think I was here” a bit south from where Daniel had suggested but he insisted, and I was unsure so I went and agonizingly looked on as Dave began his search.

    Tirelessly he moved back and forth through the water and along the beach scouring the sand with his new detector (I later found out I was the first to break this one in); it began to rain and I looked at the sky silently pleading for it to stop so Dave wouldn’t…he didn’t; instead he only continued. Finally, the rain eased up and a rainbow broke out in the horizon just over head of where Dave was working. Daniel said “Look a rainbow” I smiled a little and hoped it was a sign but one hour, two hours, three hours passed and still no ring. It wasn’t here I thought.

    At this point my Rainbow man was now working in front of me in the tide; I told Daniel I was going to ask him if he would come back Saturday to work the South side where he was now inching towards, I just had this burning feeling it was there. Daniel was insistent that it wasn’t down that far but I said “It will make me feel better if I know this whole area was covered.” No sooner did I say it I saw Dave approaching and I slowly got myself up to meet him.

    As I moved closer to him I began to speak but before I could say a word he shook his sifter at me; I looked down and there it was, my ring!!! Dave pulled it from the ocean, and truly blew my mind! I was stunned, ecstatic and absolutely over the moon! Daniel couldn’t believe it. I must have hugged Dave ten times in that moment!

    August 9th was one of the worst days of my life, however, August 12th became the day I will most remember and I have no one else but Dave to thank for that. He returned something precious to me…something I thought I would never see again.

    I’ll forever be thankful to you Dave. You are an angel…not just to me, but to so many others and you will forever be… my Rainbow Man. Thank you!

  • My husband ran out of the water and burst into tears at seeing his ring. With tears of elated joy, he gave Mike a hug.
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    On Aug 13th, my husband, daughter, and I were enjoying a beautiful day with our family on Caspersen beach. We were enjoying swimming at low tide looking for sharks’ teeth. Right at the end of our time, my husband finished looking at the last pile of shells in his hand. He noticed that he had just lost his ring. My sister and I tried looking with goggles for about ten minutes, but realized it was pointless. We all left the beach disheartened that my husband lost his wedding ring that meant the world to him. My parents talked about people actually finding rings in the water with metal detectors.

    While we had a somber afternoon, I decided to Google lost rings in Venice, Florida. I saw postings on Craigslist. I scrolled a little more and saw the web site for The Ring Finders. I saw Michael Miller’s information and decided it was worth the shot.I contact Mike via text, and he got back to me in less than 15 minutes. He said that he would meet us at the beach the following day.

    The next morning, Mike met us at the spot we were at before. He got right to work trying to find the ring. Each time he stopped and dug, I wished to myself that he found it. After about an hour, Mike came out of the water to my seat. I figured he was going to tell me that he was going to take a break. Instead he reached into his metal bucket and pulled out my husband’s wedding ring! All I could do was cry and shout to my husband in the water that he found it. My husband ran out of the water and burst into tears at seeing his ring. With tears of elated joy, he gave Mike a hug.

    We will forever be grateful to Mike for donating his time and expertise to find my husband’s wedding ring that meant the world to us.

    The Hoard Family

    Christopher, Tonya, and Reese

  • Thank you so much, Chris. Words cannot describe how happy we are. You are providing a great service and you are truly helping people!!!!~
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    ~Every once in awhile you meet someone who is a true gem. You know those people who bling from the inside? Chris is one of those people. When Justin told me that he lost his ring my heart sank. I tried to stay optimistic, but I figured the chances of finding it were slim to none. Justin woke up early in the morning and drove 90 minutes to Golden Ears to comb through the sand with his fingers, no luck. I began to search the internet for metal detector rentals, and postings for people who may have found the ring and posted it online. Miraculously I found Chris's blog!! When I called him he just so happened to be in Maple Ridge, talk about serendipitous! He rearranged his schedule for us so that we could meet at the lake and at least have closure if we didn't find it. We made the trek down to the lake and he found it within 5 minutes!!!! I cried. That ring belonged to my late Opa, and is engraved 1944. It is a family heirloom, and it is such an honour to even get to wear them. Thank you so much, Chris. Words cannot describe how happy we are. You are providing a great service and you are truly helping people!!!!~

    Kelsey

  • Deldon Krueger was the answer to my prayers!
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    Deldon Krueger was the answer to my prayers! I lost my engagement ring in the grass on a side of a busy street, my fiance and I took turns searching for it for three days, called Deldon Krueger and they found my ring in about 1 hour! They are miracle workers and very nice and caring. Thank you for your diligent and thorough work! Brianne

  • You truly are an angel and others like you that reunite sentimental and valuable jewellery with their distraught owners.
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    I believe in angels and one knocked on my door on Saturday, August 3, 2013. For the 5 previous days, my family and I had frantically searched inside my house and in the garden for my cherished engagement ring.

    I received this beautiful ring from my husband on December 23, 1967 and have worn it for 45 and a half years.My beloved husband passed away 13 months ago and my wedding rings and 25th anniversary band became an enormous comfort to me. I started wearing the rings 24/7 and even had the diamonds checked for loose stones.

    My worst fear was that I would lose the solitaire diamond from the engagement ring. Imagine my horror when on Sunday evening, July 28th 2013, I discovered the engagement ring missing from my finger after watering my front and back garden. After searching and searching for my ring to no avail, I found Chris Turner and TheRingFinders on my computer. He came to my rescue on Saturday August 3, 2013 and located my precious ring in my back yard in less than 5 minutes.

    I was completely astounded as my son-in-law and I had searched the area where Chris found it. Apparently, I had stepped on the ring and it was embedded in the dirt under the grass. I would never have found it on my own. I was overwhelmed by Chris' professionalism, experience, kindness and caring. To me that ring was irreplaceable.

    Thank you so much, Chris. You truly are an angel and others like you that reunite sentimental and valuable jewellery with their distraught owners. I highly recommend Chris as I thought my beautiful ring was gone forever. It meant the world to me and am so thankful for Chris' help. I will never forget the sight of my ring in his hand as he presented it to me.

    With my grateful thanks and highest regards,

    Wendy Porter

  • I am so happy to be reunited with my ring of such great significance! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH STAN!!!
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    I lost a ring with great sentimental value on Friday evening. I had the ring custom made in Jerusalem where "Revelation 21:1-7" was inscribed on it in Hebrew along with a Messianic symbol. As I was wading in the water at Bolsa Chica state beach in high tide. I didn't even feel the ring slip off of my finger. Minutes later as I started walking back to the fire pit I realized that it was gone. I frantically searched for about an hour until the beach was closed. I had just about given up when on Monday I decided to post an ad in the lost and found section of Craigslist. As I was looking through ads, I found a posting that mentioned theringfinders.com. I read about Stan and thought that it wouldn't hurt to give him a call. Stan explained about the tides as he was looking up information. It just so happened that the tide was going to be quite low that evening and Stan said that he would start searching right away. in approximately two hours, Stan sent me a text with a photo of my freshly excavated ring! I was shocked and ecstatic. I raced down to meet him and was there in less than 30 minutes. I am so happy to be reunited with my ring of such great significance! THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH STAN!!!

    WIth deepest gratitude,

    Joshua

  • I can't thank you enough for finding one of my most valuable possessions, my wedding ring.
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    Dave,

    I can’t thank you enough for finding one of my most valuable possessions, my wedding ring. I lost it because I let my vanity get the best of me- I took it off while getting some sun and soon thereafter dropped it in the grass.

    I didn’t notice that it wasn’t on my finger until hours later but by then it was too late. Neither me, my husband nor 3 other friends could find it after hours of searching. We even borrowed a family member’s “really good” metal detector but soon learned that not all metal detectors are made equal.

    Lucky for me, after searching online for metal detectors, I found your advertisement online under “Ring Finders.” I had no idea someone like you was out there but can attest, your job is highly valued as you found my ring within a couple of minutes. Unbelievable! My husband and I are forever grateful.

    Sharon and Justin.

  • Chris Turner, the man who saved a beautiful story behind my wedding ring.
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    Taking a few minutes is the least I can do to say thank you to Chris Turner, the man who saved a beautiful story behind my wedding ring.

    Well, everything started last Thursday June 13. I was playing soccer with my friends at Jericho park in Vancouver, as usual on Thursdays. We started around 7:15 pm, however it was not until 9:15 pm when it was my turn to be goalie and I realized that my ring has fallen off. Ohhhh, my god!!! The word stopped for me in that moment, I was so upset, that I didn't even pay attention to the game anymore, and my friends asked me what was going on. I told them, "I LOST MY RING!!!!" and immediately we started the search. First, it was just me a the other two guys that were playing defense for my team, but then the other guys came to help as well. It was getting dark around 9:45 pm and there were around ten guys helping me to search for my ring close to the goal area where I was sure my ring fell off from my finger.

    It was already 10 pm and most of the guys had to go home, but I didn't want to move from the place, since I felt like a part of me was missing in the field, I kept looking for a few more minutes until when I decided to call my wife and tell her about the accident. She was very supportive and reacted promptly to look for some metal detector to rent on the internet. Thus, by the time I came home, she already found in Google the Ring Finders website, and even She already had contacted Chris.

    I have to confess that I was reluctant about the idea of a ring finder, because I was afraid a losing my ring forever. However, after I talked to Chris, he sounded so professional and willing to help, despite the fact the I told him we didn't have enough money to pay him. He wasn't interested in the money, he was focused in the ring, and rather than asking for the location of the place as I thought he would do, he asked me several questions regarding the moment when I lost my ring. After talking about 5 minutes, we set up a meeting to search for the ring the next day early in the morning, since he had to work and I had a meeting.I met Chris yesterday at 7:30 (June 14, 2013) at Alma and 4th ave, and we went right to the place where I lost the ring. He asked me some questions about the exact place and the moment when i lost my ring, and then he marked the area and started to search. I was trying to help, but he asked me to give him a chance, hehehehe, so I just had to look and wait. After about ten minutes of search he gave the good news: "Is this your ring?", ohhhhh, I was so happy, and as he said that was his pay, making people happy.

    My wife and I are so grateful for the help of this awesome man, and we can testify that we really loves what he is doing.

    Thanks a lot for saving our story, and for making people like us so happy.

    Estefania and Jose

  • I love this ring because it was there on our day, every time I look at it it reminds me of my wife
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    On Wednesday of last week my wife and I left to go to a conference at the Hilton, in Sandestin Florida. Thursday was a great day. Perfect weather, calm water. We enjoyed the beach, but the water was still pretty cold.

    Friday, while my wife was at the conference, my ring came off while in waist deep water. I literally watched it sink to the bottom of the ocean. It was instantly swallowed by the powdery sand. It seemed like slow motion. Panic ensued. My heart began to race. I borrowed a small child's goggles. No luck. I had someone stand in the exact same place I was while I went and got 2 nets to strain the immediate area. After two hours my wife came out. Within 15 minutes she had called it a goner. She pleaded with me to not let this ruin our vacation.

    I was shivering after that much time in cold water. My stomach was in knots. I was on the verge of tears. (May 1 had been our 3 year anniversary.) I attempted to pull it together.

    While she was getting ready for dinner I hit the web. I was looking for tips to finding the ring. I filed a claim with hotel security - just to create a paper trail back to me.

    Anyhow- I came across a website called The Ringfinders. It seems to be an independent directory of professional metal detectors. There happened to be a Ringfinder in Pensacola

    (an hour away)

    I contacted John Arthur Sanders, he told me he would come on Saturday at low tide. He also told me if you are lucky, you may even look out of your window right now and see a man with a metal detector.

    I looked, and there was a man named Paul Smith. I ran down to the beach in my dinner attire and informed Paul of the situation. Paul began searching. I had to go to dinner...

    The next morning I got up at 6 a.m. Paul was getting ready to enter the water. I went down to assist. It turns out Mr. Smith is retired Airforce. We are talking about one tough 67 year old Vietnam vet. We searched for several hours in waist to chest deep cold water. He refused compensation. Mr. Smith was no quitter. He was determined to find that ring. It was like a mission to him, but we reached a point where we had to get out of the water. I carried his gear back to the car for him. He told me he would keep my information and continue the search. I never got his contact information.

    At 2:00 John arrived. We were about to see if my layered approach was going to pay off. He promptly said "show me where you lost that ring, son" - that one line had the same feeling as "there's a new sheriff in town" - he began the search, now at low tide. Within 30 minutes he had found my ring. He had estimated its location based off the timeframe, wind, and my original location. I gave this complete stranger a very large hug, on the beach, for everyone to see. I paid him what we had agreed on plus a very nice tip. Here's the photo:

    Later that night, Mr. Smith called. He was back on the beach - ready for round 3. Luckily, someone informed him that we had found the ring. I felt so thankful that he called. At that moment, he was my only regret. I knew he would never stop looking, and I had no way of informing him that we had found it. This was pretty incredible.

    No one understood that this ring was not just another men's wedding band. To tell you the truth, now I don't really care who understands. I love this ring because it was there on our day, every time I look at it it reminds me of my wife, and because I take pride quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

    This was a one in a million story. Just never give up.

    And, if you lose anything metal - just call a Ringfinder.

    Benjamin E. Burney

  • These guys are good at what they do! So if you ever find yourself in a similar situation, don’t despair, just call The Ring Finders!
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    I had just finished cutting the lawn at my home in Centreville, VA, trying to beat the rain showers that were slated to move into my Northern Virginia location later that evening, when I realized that my Grandfather’s diamond ring and my wedding band of 30 years were missing from the little finger of my right hand where I wore them both.

    This because of late life weight gain! I was certain that they must have come off while I was emptying the lawn mower cuttings into plastic bags. However, after a careful search of three bags of clippings, and repeated searches of my yard, I could not locate the rings.

    When I told a neighbor what had happened and that I was considering buying a metal detector he suggested I hire a “Ring Finder” to come a search my yard for the rings. I had never heard of such a thing, but a quick online search took me to the Ring Finders web site @ http://theringfinders.com/

    The closest ring finder to my location was Jim Wagner of Pasadena, MD. I called his number and told him about my situation. He was very personable and wanted to help me, but he wasn’t sure if he could get to my until the following weekend, however he said he would check with a friend of his to see if he could help me sooner.

    The prospect of living with my loss for a week without doing anything was worrisome to me so I decided to purchase an inexpensive metal detector and give it a shot myself. Fortunately, Jim called me back the next day and said he could come and assist me that very afternoon.

    This was very encouraging to me as my attempts to use the metal detector I had purchased were not yielding the desired results. Jim and his partner Lance arrived at my location within a couple of hours of his call and began to search immediately. Jim had told me in our previous phone conversation, (and as you can see on his web page), that he has a 100% success rate.

    I found that statement to be very encouraging, however, I couldn’t help but thinking that I would be the one to break his streak! As they began to search my front yard, I went around back to put my dog in the house as she was barking hysterically.

    After putting my dog in the house, I was about to make a call to my wife and let her know that the Ring Finders were here and searching when there was a knock at my front door. When I opened it, there stood Jim and Lance, my rings in hand!

    It literally took them less than 5 minutes to find them! I can’t tell you how amazed and appreciative I was! These guys are good at what they do! So if you ever find yourself in a similar situation, don’t despair, just call The Ring Finders! I give them my highest recommendation.

  • Hi Chris I would like to take this oppertunity to thank you and The Ring Finders
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    Hi Chris

    I would like to take this oppertunity to thank you and The Ring Finders and especially James for for an experience I will never forget. James was wonderful and a super cool guy. Even when conditions was worst than what it appeared to be, he motored through and got the job done. I took some photos and a video which I will be sending to james. And hopefully I won't have to call you guys for another search, haha. Thanks once again, you guys are amazing.

    Ryan

  • Its nice to see there are still good people in this world today.
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    We just want to thank Chris for the service he provides. He told me, “if her ring is in your backyard, I will find it”. Well, he found it!! In like 15 mins!! I couldn’t believe it!! Krista lost her ring Wednesday evening playing ball in the backyard with her daughter. She was devastated. We have been going through a rough spell lately…..it seems the only thing that wasn’t screwing up was our love for one another. I was franticly looking in the backyard, in the car all over the house….she was even looking in places it would never be, she just couldn’t sit still knowing it wasn’t on her finger. So here I am Googeling metal detectors and came across Chris’ website and called him. I told him our story and could tell right away this guy really cares for people and he felt bad for Krista. He insisted on coming out after working all day. I was trying to get him to come out on the weekend, but he said he wanted to come find her ring for her. He was here in an hour and 15 mins later, Krista had her ring on her finger, and tears of joy in her eyes.

    Its nice to see there are still good people in this world today. It was an honor having Chris at our home and in our lives. He is a hero. Seeing the smile on his face when he could return something so important to a total stranger was so cool to witness. Thank you Chris

    Shane and Krista

  • When I got home I was so sad crying and upset. I looked up what to do when you lose your ring in sand and the Ring Finder website came up.
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    Dear Stan,

    I can’t thank you enough for finding my mother’s ring. This ring means so much to me as my mom passed away on December 17, 2012. This ring was her favorite ring as she designed it her self from different rings she had and my dad who passed away on February 12, 2013 was the one who had it made for her.

    My kids and I had spend the day at the beach. My mom would always tell me to remove my rings when I put on cream, wash dishes or take a shower. She said it would get dirty and my rings wouldn’t shine. So, when she passed away I wanted to make sure I honored her wishes and I always take off her ring when I do any of these things. I took off the ring to put on sun block and put it on my lap. I must have got up for something and it must have fell. We were at the beach for about 4 hours when I remembered it was in my lap. When I looked down it was gone. My kids and I looked for over an hour. We asked the life guard if he had a metal detector and he said no, but let us know people come with metal detectorsin the morning. When I called my husband he said we had to go right away and wait for someone with a detector. I gave up hope figured it was gone and I would never see it again. I was so sad and mad. I prayed at the beach it would be found and on the way home.

    When I got home I was so sad crying and upset. I looked up what to do when you lose your ring in sand and the Ring Finder website came up. I wasn’t sure about it, but figured what do I have to lose the ring is already gone. I called Stan and explained where I was at and he said he would get over there right away before anyone else worked the beach and before it was combed.

    Not even an hour went by and Stan called me to let me know he had found the ring. I couldn’t believe it. I was shocked. How was that even possible. My husband and I met with Stan and he returned the ring.

    Thank you Stan for your honesty. I am so glad that there are people like you in this world. You are one of a kind.

    Sincerely,

    Monique

  • The RingFinders.com is a great resource.
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    Dear Stan,

    We are so grateful to you for finding our father’s lost wedding band in the sand at Crystal Cove State Park this afternoon. The RingFinders.com is a great resource. Through the site we found you, and that you were able to come to us within the hour was truly fantastic. Then, when you found the ring within five minutes, we were so relieved. Thank you again. I hope the rest of your day was as successful!

  • I decided to ask Google where I could find my ring. That was where I found http://theringfinders.com/,
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    Hi Cody,

    Thank you once again for finding my wedding ring. Please feel free to post the following on your website.

    The day before Thanksgiving I was outside raking the leaves from my lawn. When I came into the house I realized that I was no longer wearing my wedding ring. I asked my wife if she had seen it, which she hadn’t. We spent the next 10 hours searching both inside and out. By 1:00 AM, I had given up looking and started trying to convince myself that a new ring would be just as good. As a joke I decided to ask Google where I could find my ring. That was where I found http://theringfinders.com/, which got me in touch with Cody Easom.

    I emailed Cody at about 1:30 AM and actually had a response within an hour! He offered to come look for the ring on Thanksgiving day! He asked me to call him in the morning to work out the details, so Thanksgiving morning I called him. I was skeptical that he would be able to find the ring, but he was completely confident that if it was there he would find it. A few hours later he was at my house.

    When Cody arrived, our family watched as he got right to work. He was very good at interpreting the data from his metal detector. It was fun to watch him at work. He scanned around the lawn very quickly with his metal detector saying things like “that’s a new penny . . . that’s an old dime buried a few inches down . . . that is probably a coupler for your cable TV.” Within about 20 minutes he bent down and picked up my wedding ring! I couldn’t believe it. I had searched the exact area where he found it and so had my wife, but he found it easily.

    If you have lost a ring, even if it has been years, give him a call. If it is there, he’ll find it.

    Thank you so much!

    Sincerely,

    Russel Riley

  • To anyone who has lost a valuable piece of jewelry - call The Ring Finders!
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    To anyone who has lost a valuable piece of jewelry - call The Ring Finders! Chris was optimistic, professional, and empathetic. Moreover, he found my wedding band a full month after I had lost it, after we had already spent hours searching (by 6 adults on hands and knees, by my husband with a metal detector, and by another professional ring finder). When Chris started his search I was convinced that my ring was lost forever, but he proved me wrong!

    Chris asked me detailed questions and from this he carefully planned his search. I believe that my ring would never have been found without his experience, careful attention to detail, and thoughtful, methodical approach.

    I wholeheartedly recommend Chris to anyone that has lost a piece of jewelry. Don't give up hope - I truly believe that if it is there, Chris will find it!

  • The feeling of getting the ring back is indescribable as we never thought it was possible in all that snow
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    Hello Chris

    Thank you very much for helping us finding the ring.

    The first night we were going to sleep we were very sad I had lost my ring, so we started praying that we find some solution to find it.

    So the next day when I called grouse mountain services and Esther from guest services suggested about the metal detector , I started to google it and found you, when we saw your website , we knew that you will find it for sure.

    Thank you very much for your good, professional job and quick availability to do it when it was necessary.

    The feeling of getting the ring back is indescribable as we never thought it was possible in all that snow and since it was so dark we didn't really know exactly where it supposed to be, but to God there is nothing impossible in this world to find any solution to any problem, so thanks to God we found you :).

    Thanks again Chris

    Best Regards

    Ezequiel and Diana

    Bogota, Colombia

  • You and your wife are so wonderful! It was an honor meeting you two!
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    ”" Thank you again sooo much, Don!! I surprised Aaron with his ring when he got home from work last night…. I sat him down and proposed to him . Luckily he said yes We are both so happy to have his ring back. You and your wife are so wonderful! It was an honor meeting you two! “”

  • I am ever so thankful and apologize for doubting you.
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    James,

    Thank you so much for finding my wedding ring. I could not believe how quickly you found it, in less than 1/2 an hour, after I had spent hours over 3 days combing the field with a high tech metal detector and the help of every kid in the neighborhood and a few curious adults. Amidst the long grass and the clover and so many false alarms, including about 30 metal posts, it was amazing that you found it so quickly.

    I really did not think you would find it after my extensive search. I even questioned whether I would see it again even if you did find it. It could have just as easily ended up in your pocket. Sorry, but you were just some guy my husband found on the internet. A Ring Finder? Sounds a little suspect to me. Forgive me but I am married to a police officer.

    I am ever so thankful and apologize for doubting you. I hope to not need to use your services again, but I will not waste my time searching for anything ever again. I will vouch that you worked without even considering what the reward would be and that I believe you do this job purely for the enjoyment of finding things for people. It is obvious that your knowledge and experience with finding things is well beyond that of your average person. If you had an hourly rate, whatever it was would be worth it.

    I especially loved how you showed the ring to my eldest daughter on your walk back to me to ask her if the ring you found looked like my wedding ring. I saw the excitement in my youngest daughter’s face when she learned that you had found the ring she had taken without mommy’s permission and accidentally lost while playing in the field near the house. How thoughtful of you to involve them in the process.

    Thank you again. You went over and above the call of duty, offering to come out on Friday night at 8pm when we called to report the ring lost. Understanding when I cancelled your services on Saturday because I decided to search myself. And then following up on Saturday night to see if I had found it. And then actually coming out on Sunday after I called you to surrender my search over to you. My back is killing me. My husband told me repeatedly that I wouldn’t find it and that you would. For the first time in this relationship he was right. Teehee!!! He told me to write that. I added the second part.

    Again, our heartfelt thanks. Give my name and number out to anyone as a reference.

    Sincerely,

    Deb deHoog

  • James is not only finding an object like a ring but giving back to a person their hope and their memories that the object represents
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    Once again a million "Thank you's" could never repay you for your efforts in finding my Retirement ring. As promised, a letter of thanks.

    History:

    The ring was a gift from my Peers and Superiors after a 31 plus year career in Law Enforcement. I have worn it proudly for almost a year and have always been wary of misplacing or losing it so typically I am very cognizant of having it on and careful with it in differing environments.

    On Wednesday I was walking the woods adjacent to a Golf Course in Penticton and returned home. I did some minor yard work and awaited the end of the day to team up with my Girlfriend to go hit a few at the Driving Range. As I loaded her gear into her vehicle I noticed my Pinkie ring was missing. I took everything out of the trunk and turned it upside down with no luck. I replayed the day in my mind and came to the conclusion that the ring must have fallen off my hand during my hike.

    On Thursday I returned to the spot and retraced my steps without success. At home I checked the yard and areas I was working on and then once again went after the trunk of the car. I realized that the ring was definitely lost so I placed an ad in Kijiji of the loss as well as visited a local Pawn Shop to have that difficult conversation. I took a drive scouring the Penticton area beaches trying to find a beachcomber with their gear to make them an offer they could not refuse, but unfortunately I came up empty. Checking the Internet I could not find anything that would seem to be of assistance under 'Metal Detectors and Detection'.

    James contacted me to direct me to Theringfinders.com website and from this I contacted James back and we hatched a plan for the following day. James came from West Kelowna to Penticton on my behest, with a partial family in tow, to help me find my ring. James was very strategic and understanding and attacked the problem like a Detective in pursuit of the clues to the case.

    He labored hard on hilly terrain and located many interesting items but no ring. His confidence in his equipment and my confidence in his sincerity, knowledge and skill made me appreciate that if anyone would be able to find it, then I was looking at him. James made many attempts and did so to put my mind at ease. He had the foresight to insist that we make a detour to my home to check out the area of the backyard so that at the very least I could be certain that the ring was lost elsewhere.

    Within 5 minutes he had checked the main garden areas and went to the last row of Junipers to complete his search. I went inside to get James a soda and as I exited he held up my ring rights in front of my eyes and asked if this was it ... I was truly speechless and unbelievably grateful. Not in my wildest dreams would I have thought that he would have had success and especially not in my very own backyard!

    Personally I would like to say from the farthest and deepest regions of my heart a warm felt and genuine thank you for his diligence and never say die attitude! I was truly impressed by his principles and ethical behaviour that motivated him to take up the cause for me and others and work so hard to make the impossible - possible! I have seen a lot of good people do some amazing things for their fellow man but in this case James is not only finding an object like a ring but giving back to a person their hope and their memories that the object represents?

    Again, I cannot say thank you enough for how hard you worked to achieve this success ... Thank You!!!

  • Words cannot describe the feeling when I put the ring back on Eric’s finger. We felt total elation, gratitude, and relief.
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    Mark Ellis is a professional miracle worker! In July 2012, after living apart for three and a half years, Eric and I finally started the next chapter of our lives in one city and under one roof. Our wedding bands serve as a nice reminder that no matter what distance separates us, we are always together. So, as you can imagine, losing Eric’s wedding band in Lake Erie was not fun. Eric and I had almost reconciled ourselves to the fact that his wedding band was gone forever when Mark arrived and gave us hope.

    On August 26th, Eric and I joined his cousins for a day of fun at Woodlawn Beach on the shore of Lake Erie. I sat on the beach chatting while Eric and his cousins tossed a ball around in the water. Eric reached out to make a catch and his wedding band went flying. He saw it hit the water about two feet from where he was standing. He called his cousin Jim over to help look for the ring and sent Jim’s son to get me and help with the search. We looked for a while before deciding goggles might help. I made a quick trip to the store and bought goggles for all of us. After searching for three and half hours, we decided it was time to call it quits. Leaving the beach, knowing that Eric’s ring was resting in Lake Erie, felt terrible.

    The next day was stormy and, despite my efforts, was not a good day to search for the ring. I turned to the Internetinstead. While searching online for locals with metal detectors, I came across TheRingFinders.com site. Unfortunately, there were no ring finders in the Buffalo area. But I did find Mark Ellis in Toronto. I figured it was a long shot, but emailed him anyway. Mark contacted me right away and said he would be willing to come to Buffalo later that week. I returned to the beach on Tuesday with Eric’s cousins and a local man with a metal detector. The metal detector was nice to have, but unfortunately could not be submerged so it couldn't go to into the deeper water where the ring was lost. We searched for hours with no luck. I returned to the beach again on Wednesday, armed with my trusty goggles, but again, no luck.

    After searching for four days in row, Eric and I really started to lose hope. But we returned to the beach once again on Thursday, August 30th to meet Mark Ellis. We weren’t sure what to expect from a guy willing to drive all the way from Toronto to help two strangers search for a proverbial needle in a very large haystack. Well, Mark is a true professional and became an instant friend. After talking to him, we understood why he was willing to make the trip, he knew he could find Eric’s ring. He never had any doubt. Unfortunately, the winds really started to pick up and the water was rough. Mark had trouble keeping his footing and following his grid and finally had to throw in the towel. He was not giving up for good, but he knew we weren’t going to find the ring that day. We made plans for him to return the following week. I left the beachdisappointed, but my mindset changed. If anyone could find this ring, Mark would.

    I met Mark again on Friday, Sept 7th. He found a men’s wedding band, some coins, and lots of cans, but not Eric’s ring. After a spending some time with Family in Rochester, Mark joined us again bright and early on Sunday, Sept 9th. Eric liked to say his ring wasn’t lost; he just misplaced it in Lake Erie. Well, his ring was misplaced in Lake Erie for two whole weeks at this point.Mark put on his gear, and hit the water as determined as ever. Eric and I were playing around on the beach when we heard Mark yelling from the water. We looked over and knew he had the ring!

    Words cannot describe the feeling when I put the ring back on Eric’s finger. We felt total elation, gratitude, and relief. It is remarkable that Eric’s ring was recovered from Lake Erie and it is remarkable that a total stranger was willing to devote his time and effort to return something so precious to us. Thank you Mark!

    Sincerely,

    Ginger and Eric

  • This guy is a Legend............I will never forget his efforts , & his total Commitment to my Son & I .
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    Hi Chris

    Just wanting to place some feedback on an amazing New Zealand find.

    The Story:

    My Son grew up living with me from the age of 3 . He is now 30 . On his 20th birthday we talked about searching for a 21st present , that would be the Ultimate. Immediately & as though he had already thought this one through , he, as an artist living in the Capital , wanted to have 2x rings designed , that would lock together , the mould would then be broken and we would wear them always . For 9 years now this has been our amazing connection .

    About 6 weeks ago , I started helping an elderly lady clear her garden , well more like an acre of overgrown forest really, its amazing , a little like a magical space with sculpture & statues to find, just had become very difficult for her to maintain . First morning worked for a couple of hours on a small intricate pathway , on finishing I look to see my ring was missing.......I have no words for my feelings , even writing this now makes me well up. I would go back to search at the gardens time after time , & then in desperation put the call out to my friends.

    One friend put me on to Tony Duffy in Taupo........3 hours away in a car!!

    Tony was so understanding , he is so understated , thorough , & caring . He returned to the garden again and again , week after week trying to tee up times to meet. I watched him each time going waist , if not shoulder high in dense bush ,on an area which we could hardly stand in , at least 45 degrees.

    Finally , after yet another several hour search , and just before dark !!!......on the night before Fathers day !!!!!.......he said......is this it!!!!!!!

    Im sorry , but I just held him and cried.......this guy is a Legend............I will never forget his efforts , & his total Commitment to my Son & I .

    Not only do I now know a living Legend.........he has become a true Friend , and I will do anything for him.

    Thankyou for listening to my story , the finding of this ring has not only changed my values & beliefs it has Truly changed my life forever.

    Ringfinders you Rock!!!!!!!!!!

    Thankyou , from the Happiest Father in the World! [ tear in right eye ]

    Kevin Bridle Photography

  • Thank you again, so much. My family was also blown away that you found it.
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    Dave,

    Thank you again, so much. My family was also blown away that you found it.

    I think it is so awesome that you are able to share your hobby with your daughter, and she can experience a selfless way of making people happy.

    Quick story of why my ring is so important to me. My parents always had very simple gold bands as wedding rings. My dad never took his off. I was pretty young when it was at a point that he could not get it off anymore, and it was just a few years ago that after wearing it for 30 + years that he finally had to cut it off.

    I think that now I have worn my ring for 10 years. I was wearing it when my kids were born, when they took there first steps, the first stitches, when I taught them to ride a bike, the first day of school. And now I will be wearing it for all the "firsts" yet to come.

  • Losing my wedding ring was one of the saddest days of my life. Finding my wedding ring was one of the happiest :)
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    Thursday August 16, 2012 was the day that I lost my wedding band. I've always feared this could happen to me as I've heard many stories when this has happened to others and have always been thankful it wasn't me. I lost my ring while taking my dog out for a swim a little before noon at Alouette Lake. I was only in the water for about 15 minutes when I noticed that something didn't feel right. I looked at my finger and that's when my heart sank. I was destroyed! I knew the that the chances of finding this irreplaceable band was slim to none. I had about 10 people in the area help me look for it for over an hour without any luck. My wife Heather did not get mad about what had happened. In fact, she explained to me that it was only an object that could be replaced. Imagine if something would have happened to me? But that did not mean we didn't want to find it if we could... Heather got the ball rolling by searching on-line for anyone that specializes in finding lost jewellry. She sent me a message about a guy named Chris Turner from an organization named The Ring Finders. I was doubtful that calling this guy would yield any positive outcome so I waited a while and thought about it. Right before work I decided to call. What the heck! I talked with Chris later that night and we made arrangements to meet up at 7 am on August 19. The timing worked out perfectly with both my schedule and his. What a miracle. I was positive about the search but a bit leary about the chances of finding my ring after the time that had passed. I went in with the attitude that it wouldn't be found. The area that I originally thought was about 1000 square feet, turned out to be closer to 2000 square feet. The shore line was littered with rocks that went out at least 15 - 20 feet. The first couple of hours were exciting but when it wasn't found I became discouraged. I felt bad that Chris was putting in all of this time. However, Chris stayed extremely positive and continued to let me know that if it was in this area he would find it! It took a couple more hours when Chris walked over and I thought we were out of time and I was willing to give up. It was after I conceeded defeat that he showed me my ring! I was overjoyed, I couldn't believe it!! Chris did not give up and because of that I am very thankful! Losing my wedding ring was one of the saddest days of my life. Finding my wedding ring was one of the happiest :) Thanks Chris and thanks to The Ring Finders. I would highly recommend Chris as he never gave up searching.

    Raymond

  • A lifesaver indeed. You truly made this vacation one to remember
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    A lifesaver indeed. You truly made this vacation one to remember. Santa Cruz will never again be remembered for its beautiful beach and boardwalk. It is now remembered for the good Samaritan, super ring finder Scott Foss. thank you again for your super metal detector powers.

  • Scott, Thank you so much for finding my ring!
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    Scott, Thank you so much for finding my ring! I really did not have much hopes of recovery, but wanted to give it a try. I really appreciate how you talked me through the process.

  • It means everything in the world to me that you found my ring.
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    Hi Chris,

    Thank you The Ring Finders! It means everything in the world to me that you found my ring. It means more to me then anything else I have, other then my family's love.

    My day was already so sad and losing my ring was not what I needed. The fact that you found it for me made everything go from wrong to right.

    Thank you,

    Kristina

  • Thank you, Chris Turner, for returning back to me the chance to carry the symbol of his and my love
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    On the evening of Thursday, August 9 2012, I realized I had lost my white gold diamond eternity pendent from my necklace after a night of volleyball at Trout Lake Park.

    I was overwhelmed with regret for my carelessness and disappointment for losing the most treasured item that represented mine and my boyfriend's commitment to one another.

    Five years ago from this September, my boyfriend gave me that pendent for our first year anniversary and until I lost it for the first time a few days ago, I wouldn't have been able to remember what my chest felt like without the weight of the pendent.

    For the 12 hours between the time I realized I had lost the pendent to Chris Turner sifting through uncut grass to find it, my chest had never felt so empty.

    Despite my boyfriend's attempt to relieve my feelings of guilt, I couldn't bare to think of neglecting any possible effort or resource to search for the pendent that I had wished to remain a symbol of love in our future together.

    Fortunately, a friend of mine had suggested contacting Chris Turner, and within an hour, as promised, he met me at the park with my make-shift search grid that had failed me since 7:30am Friday morning. At 11:00am, Chris had started his work by going over my grid for the first time, and within half an hour of overlooking deceiving bottle caps and reflective dewy grass, he found the pendent under layers of flattened grass. Needless to say, I was ecstatic, speechless, grateful and relieved all at the sight of the pendent shining back at me.

    Thank you, Chris Turner, for returning back to me the chance to carry the symbol of his and my love, commitment and future together.

    Margaret Liu

  • Thanks again to TheRingFinders and Rick
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    My wife and I traveled to Cape Cod on Sunday July 8 for a quick over-night with her niece and family. Mid afternoon, her nieces husband Brian lost his wedding ring in a small tidal pool they were playing in. He did not move from where the ring fell off and found it after a good 20 minutes of searching.

    Having seen this, when it was my time to go for a swim, I took off my ring and watch and put them in a beach bag. Went for a swim and returned to the house and when I checked the bag, the watch was there but no ring. Thought perhaps it got caught in one of our towels which had been shook out. I searched the back yard and all around the area with no luck.

    Next I went back to the beach with no luck after another 1/2 hour.

    Monday July 9 went back to the beach and using a child's crab net I sifted a 20x20 square foot area of sand, again with no luck.

    While doing this Brain approached me and said the life guards knew someone who would come down free of charge and search. I said sure, why not? (I had actually checked Craigslist that morning about buying a used metal detector)

    Rick Browne showed up about 30 minutes later and after showing him where we were sitting, he went to work.

    5 minutes? That's about how long he took to find my ring. It's not terribly expensive but the sentimental value is of course irreplaceable. I couldn't be more thankful and appreciative of Ricks service.

    Thanks again to TheRingFinders and Rick, if you're ever in Sopers Hole in Tortola, I'll tell you where to look for my FIRST wedding ring!!!!

    Jeff Milne

    Manchester MA.

  • Thank you just doesn't seem enough....
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    Thank you just doesn't seem enough....

    What seemed like a great day for our week long cottage vacation, ended in sadness and disappointment. On July 25th 2012, my husband Neil and I decided to spend a day at Sandbanks Provincial Park with our family and friends. We were having a wonderful time enjoying the summer weather when my husband decided to cool off in the lake and throw the football around with his buddy.

    Then I heard it. It was my name, but there was panic and distress in the way it was said. I heard it again and when I turned around, all I saw was Neil almost waist deep in the water with his hands up in the air. He was pointing to his left hand where his wedding ring was, or in this case, wasn't. My heart sank. The current in Lake Ontario was very strong at this time and all I could do was take a deep breath. I knew it was gone. I walked towards him and as he was searching the lake bottom, he frantically said, "I lost it, babe. I lost my wedding ring." I started combing the lake floor with my feet, shuffling from side to side. After half an hour, I looked to my husband and said that we can't continue looking for it. We need to accept that it is gone and move on. Neil continued to look with our good friends Jimmy and Lorie until we left the park almost 2 hours later.

    When we arrived back in Toronto on Friday July 27th, I immediately went online and googled "Toronto metal detector" and it lead me to TheRingFinders website. I was amazed to find a service like this available to the public. I contacted Mark that afternoon and left a message with him briefly detailing my situation. He called me back within the same hour and I explained the whole story. Although Mark was not available to go directly to Sandbanks Provincial Park that weekend he did give me a sense of hope and provided me with very helpful suggestions for the weekend, such as posting lost + found ads in Kijiji and Craigslist. He said that Sandbanks is visited by many metal detector finders and if I posted an ad, one who possibly found my husband's ring since Wednesday would see my ad and contact me. He also asked me if any pictures were taken that day to help him pinpoint where we were at the beach. I immediately asked my friend Lorie who took a picture of Neil on her phone before he lost his ring to email it to Mark. He was able to take that picture and extract the coordinates from the file to find our exact location. It was amazing! We agreed that if I didn't receive any replies by Sunday afternoon, he would drive up to Sandbanks on Monday morning. Unfortunately, I didn't receive any replies to my ads and today (Monday), Mark was on the case.

    I heard my message notifier at 11:44 a.m. today. It was a picture of my husband's wedding ring on a bright green leaf. Mark found it. He actually found Neil's ring!! We drove up to meet Mark and pick up the ring today. Tomorrow is Neil's birthday and Mark, who is a man we never met or knew until now gave us the best birthday gift Neil has ever received.

    Thank you Mark for everything you have done. For your help, your support, your time and effort. Our 2nd wedding anniversary is in August and this will be a great story to remember that day.

    Neil + Rea

  • Mark was so reassuring and kind. He recovered my ring and I couldn't be happier!
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    Hi Mark,

    Excuse the delay here is my testimonial.

    I lost my wedding band of barely two months during a workout in a park. We knew the general area it was in but my husband, our trainer and I were having no luck finding it. We heard from a guy walking his dog that there was a guy who finds people's lost rings. My husband found Mark through his blog and got in touch with him right away. He dropped what he was doing and battled rush hour traffic to meet us in the park. Mark asked us in more detail what happened and started his search. Even after searching for longer than any of us expected it would take, in the brutal heat of the now afternoon, Mark was so reassuring and kind. He recovered my ring and I couldn't be happier! Being a jeweler I hear stories about lost engagement rings and special jewelry items all the time. So I am so glad to have found Mark and I will be sending all my customers his way.

    Many thanks

    Andrea

  • I found The Ring Finders website and called
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    My son was kayaking with my nephew in Trippe Creek near our house in Easton, Maryland. Men will be boys, and they started cutting up and tipped over the kayak. His wedding ring (which should have been sized better) slipped off his finger in 4 or so feet of water. He could not find it. He was in serious trouble with his wife and was quite upset with himself.

    The next day I searched online to find someone who had equipment for us to buy or rent or perform the search for us. I found The Ring Finders website and called the person with the address closest to our home and it was Jim. He agreed to come out on Sunday with his friend.

    He asked us to try to narrow the search area as much as possible. So, when they arrived on Sunday we had lined up my mom who had witnessed the incident and with my son on phone (he had already returned to his home out of state) we outlined a search area. The guys were patient, polite, and friendly. They were thorough in the search, and after almost 45 minutes in the water, Jim found the ring. Even they were amazed to find it, as it was in the muddy floor of the creek in almost 4 feet of water. I would highly recommend to anyone as Jim says, they have 100% success rate.

    Denise

    Easton, Maryland

  • To get some closure I hired Chris to make sure it wasn't there.
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    Almost three weeks ago I lost a prized family wedding ring that I planned on wearing when I get married in December to my beautiful fiancé. I was heart broken. I knew I lost it in the park while exercising but after posting lost and found adds everywhere I thought either the lawn mower got it or someone else had picked it up. To get some closure I hired Chris to make sure it wasn't there.

    With in 30mins of his arrival he was digging it up out of the corner of the field. It was not only such a pleasure to get my ring back but to also work with someone who truly loves what they do.

    Thanks Chris!

    David gatringer.

  • thank you so much for using your hobby to do good for others
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    Thank you Kent!! My wife and I are so grateful to you for finding my father-in-law’s wedding band. He is battling cancer right now and it means the world to have his wedding band back on his finger as my in-laws have been married for 47 years. I’m so happy that I could give him this small gift. Thank you so much for using your hobby to do good for others and bring joy to people who need it. Thank you again, and keep searching!! – Brett

  • It was Chris Turner's complete knowledge that we WOULD find it.
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    The most amazing thing about my wedding ring recovery was not the find itself--it was Chris Turner's complete knowledge that we WOULD find it. Within three minutes of meeting him, I knew everything was going to turn out fine.

    Thanks again for getting my ring back to me, Chris!

  • The Ring Finders gave me back a priceless possession that I thought I'd never see again
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    After searching through the sand for hours on end, I had pretty much resigned to the thought that I'd never see my wedding ring again. I was trying to tell myself, "It's only a ring, no big deal." Yet deep down, I was wrecked over the thought that I wouldn't be able to look down at my hand years from now and know that this same symbol of love and commitment had been there since day one. I called The Ring Finders, and right after hanging up the phone I started to feel a bit of optimism creep its way back into my thinking. Chris showed up, and not only did he find my ring in no time, but I could tell he was genuinely happy to help. The Ring Finders gave me back a priceless possession that I thought I'd never see again - it's impossible to thank them enough! Thanks!!!

    ---Mike

  • Nothing but praise for Ring Finder Leighton Harrington, Buzzards Bay, MA.
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    Nothing but praise for Ring Finder Leighton Harrington, Buzzards Bay, MA.

    I just want to share my side of this experience with everyone.

    The story began on Sunday, June 24th. We were enjoying a nice day on the beach and my wife had taken her rings off and put them in a side pocket on her beach bag. When we decided to pack up and leave, in a moment of forgetfulness, she turned the bag upside down to shake the sand out of it, and out fell both rings onto the beach. Unfortunately we didn’t realize what had happened until a good 4-5 hours later. Shock and disbelief set in back at home, and we searched every crevice of the beach bag just hoping against hope that they were still in there, somehow.

    Too embarrassed and hurt to share what had just happened with our family, or to ask them for advice, we turned to the electronic oracle that is Google. I started searching for similar experiences and stories of recovery. I learned of people recovering lost items using metal detectors. I searched for metal detector enthusiasts’ clubs on Nantucket island hoping to find some help. I searched for possible places to rent a unit myself. It was around then that I discovered this site. I wrote to Leighton and one other gentleman, hoping to keep as many lines of communication open as possible.

    On Monday morning I must have called every tackle and equipment rental shop on the island, only to be told they didn’t rent metal detectors, or to refer me to one particular gift/surf/skate shop and novelty store downtown by the ferry wharf. We filled out a lost property report at the police station and then rented a very simple metal detector from the only available source we knew of. Eager and full of hope, we took it to the beach immediately, and attempted to revisit and mark off the area we thought we were sitting on. We had no luck. We tried it again the next morning, still no luck.

    In the meantime, Leighton got in touch via email and said that he and his wife might be coming to the island in a couple of weeks, and to describe what had happened. We began communicating. My wife and I returned the metal detector to the shop, disappointed, but now hoping this new correspondence might lead to something.

    We got a second wind and rented the metal detector once again, thinking we should adjust our technique and give it another shot. We met some locals on the beach, giving our names and numbers just in case of any leads or luck. Leighton then wrote back and said they might actually be coming on the next weekend, and to provide a description of the rings and the location where they were lost. On our next outing to the beach, I grabbed a GPS tag from my phone and emailed it to him, hoping it was accurate. Still having no luck with the metal detector on the second try, I began to hope more and more that Leighton might be able to help us.

    A couple of more days passed and Saturday the 30th rolled around. It was tough to think about leaving the island without the rings, wondering if we did all we could do, but now mentally shifting our hope to Leighton, leaving the matter in his hands, or to chance. We returned the metal detector once again, on our way to the wharf to catch the ferry to leave, and then my wife got a call… I didn’t remember giving our telephone numbers to Leighton, but amazingly he had not only found her engagement ring but made contact with one of the kind folks with whom we’d spoken two days prior and to whom we’d given our number. The rest is described above in Leighton’s post.

    I just want to state that I am overjoyed things turned out the way they did, and that we are beyond thankful for Leighton’s help. The correspondence and communication were perfect, and not only did he make the trip to the island but he had almost immediate success finding her engagement ring, which is definitely the more valuable of the two we lost. From my point of view this went as beautifully as it possibly could have, with more success than I could have imagined if there were a formal, commercial business that offered this kind of service. He didn’t HAVE to do anything; he didn’t even have to email me back, but he went above and beyond, made a trip to Nantucket island and then found my wife’s ring. He genuinely seems like he loves this kind of work – that’s the only reason I can think of that he might do such a great job. If the whole world worked like this we’d all be a lot better off! I wholeheartedly recommend getting in touch with Leighton if circumstances find you needing his help.

    Sincerely,

    D. Jesrani

    Brooklyn, NY

  • A big thank you to Justin once again I would recommend him for anybody that lost any valuables.
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    Thank you Justin !!!!!!!! There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t think obout our success in finding my ring. If I didn’t take a chance and find you through your web site I would be thinking about how I gave up to easy . The monetary value was erelivant but the sentimental value is Eriplaceable . I thought that finding my ring was worse than finding a needle in a hay stack . There was approxamently 15,000 people there over the weekend. The fact that nobody found the ring astonishes me. another thing that really impressed me was how fast Justin responded to my email. it was a matter of minutes. Justin literally dropped everything that he was doing and came out to Whistler from Squamish . even after being turned away by security that night Justin was willing to come back the next day. The trip from Squamish to Whistler takes over an hour . the crazy thing was after we got back up to the spot where I lost my ring it only took a few minutes for him to find it. I’ve worked with metal detectors before and seeing Justin’s success in such a short time is remarkable. A big thank you to Justin once again I would recommend him for anybody that lost any valuables.

    Manfred.

  • I would recommend your service to anyone.
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    Good Afternoon Don,

    Thank you so much. I was really amazed that you were able to, and so determined to, find my engagement ring. My husband and I had spent many hours searching on our own, even renting a metal detector. But we found nothing on our own. I would recommend your service to anyone. I was very pleased with your professionalism and demeanor. Thank you again and best wishes to a true Ringfinder.

    Sincerely, Nancy

  • I will be forever grateful for Stéphane and Aymeric’s perseverance, generosity
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    Le 3 janvier 2012, notre maison a été complètement détruite dans un incendie. C'est un sentiment inimaginable de tout perdre... Puisque le feu est arrivé en plein hiver, on avait dû attendre que la neige fonde pour pouvoir faire des recherches surtout que les pompiers avaient arrosés avec beaucoup d’eau pour combattre les flammes. J'avais l'espoir naïf de pouvoir trouver des choses dans les cendres et au moins de pouvoir dire qu'on avait fait notre possible. J’ai trouvé le site de Stéphane Philippe et les Ring Finders sur internet et j’ai décidé de tenter ma chance. J’ai contacté Stéphane et je lui ai expliqué la situation… C’était certainement tout un défi! Stéphane et Aymeric se sont donc présentés sur le site de l’incendie pour nous guider dans nos recherches. Les gars ont travaillés avec cœur à pelleter, tamiser et fouiller dans les cendres. C’était pire que d’essayer de trouver une aiguille dans une botte de foin. Il y avait tellement de divers métaux,… En plus il s’est mis à neiger, donc tout était couvert par une fine couche blanche. J’étais prête à abandonner au bout de la première journée, mais Stéphane voulait vraiment qu’on essaie encore. J’ai été tellement touchée par le fait qu’un inconnu se donne autant de misère pour nous aider et qui était même plus déterminé que nous. On a donc repris les recherches le lendemain. Cependant, plus ça allait, plus je me décourageais. On trouvait des objets à peine identifiable, ce qui avait comme effet de me faire prendre conscience de tout ce qu’on avait perdu. Mais les choses se sont vite améliorées, et on a réussi à trouver des objets qui me tiennent vraiment à cœur. On a trouvé des bijoux qui appartiennent à notre petite fille, sa tirelire, son anneau de dentition en métal, des clés,… Je suis éternellement reconnaissante à Stéphane et Aymeric pour leur persévérance, leur générosité et leur bonne humeur! Merci 

    On January 3rd, our home was completely destroyed in a fire. The feeling of losing everything is indescribable... Since the fire happened in the winter time, we had to wait until the snow melted to attempt a search, especially since the firefighters had used a lot of water to try to stop the flames. I had the naïve hope that we would be able to find something in the ashes and at the very least be able to say we tried our best. I found Stéphane Philippe and the Ring Finders on the internet and decided to give it a try. I contacted Stéphane and explained the situation... It was certainly quite a challenge! Stéphane and Aymeric met us at the site to guide us through the search. They worked avidly shoveling, sifting and digging in the ashes. It was worst than trying to find a needle in a haystack. There was so much metal... On top of that, it started to snow and soon everything was covered. I was ready to give up at the end of the first day, but Stéphane really wanted to try again. I was deeply touched by the fact that a stranger was going through all this to help us out, and that he was actually even more determined than we were. We searched again all day the next day, but as time went on, I was getting more and more discouraged. We were finding barely identifiable objects, which only made us realize how much we had lost. But eventually things turned around and we started finding things that really mean a lot to us. We found our daughter’s jewellery, her piggy bank, her metal teething ring, keys,... I will be forever grateful for Stéphane and Aymeric’s perseverance, generosity and good humor! Thank you 

  • We are truly thankful from the bottom of our hearts.
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    Mark, Thank you so very much.!

    My husband and I had nearly given up hope in finding his wedding band (lost at a local soccer field) after hours of searching and two failed attempts at finding a suitable metal detector. After getting off the phone with our jeweller to arrange to have his custom ring re-made, I decided to take one last look online for information on metal detectors and stumbled by chance on Mark's website. Within 5 minutes of emailing him, I had a response and my husband, Alan, called him to make arrangements to meet the following day. When Alan met Mark, the first thing he said was: "I have a good feeling about this." That little bit of hope was greatly appreciated at a time when we were ready to give up. Mark spent time asking Alan a variety of questions about the events that occurred the day the ring was lost, reminding him of how important even an inch can make. Within 5 minutes, the ring was found!

    Mark, we cannot thank you enough for your help. As you can appreciate, the cost of losing a piece of jewellery is only part of the equation - it's the sentimental value that is so upsetting when a piece of jewellery is lost. We truly appreciate your speedy response, your enthusiam, and for reuniting us with something so special.

    We are truly thankful from the bottom of our hearts.

    Kim & Alan H.

  • Eryn was a miracle worker.... They are lovely people who really came to my rescue.
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    I was afraid I would never see my rings again so, of course, we were ecstatic when Eryn located them within10 minutes of beginning the search. Almost as nice, however, was meeting Dave and his charming daughter, Eryn. They could not have been more pleasant or helpful. From our first conversation, Dave gave me hope that if I could identify the area where I lost my rings, there was a good chance they could find them. Fortunately, I was able to do that and Eryn was a miracle worker. They are lovely people who really came to my rescue.

  • I am glad that I contacted The Ring Finders
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    I was so sad when I cam back from San Francisco on Monday. It felt like a part of me had gone missing. All I could think about was the ring and how desperately I was trying to search for it. After three days of mourning, I was trying to look up some tips regarding how to search sand (for future accidents) and i came across this website -TheRingFinders.com. I read the blogs/stories on how they had helped with a number of searches and decided to contact them. I was not too hopeful because three days had passed but I still wanted to give it a last try. So on Thursday midnight I mailed them the details. Chris contacted me the next day and helped me get in touch with Dave. It is only because of Dave’s experience and my friend Navdeep’s precise directions that I have my ring back. I can’t explain how happy and excited I am.

    I am glad that I contacted The Ring Finders. I am so grateful to Chris and Dave for the service and for making this possible; and a very special thanks to Navdeep for being there.

  • I know it’s an experience that I will always remember.
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    Dave! I am just so incredibly excited that I woke up that morning back in Austin and knew that THERE HAD TO BE SOMEONE who would be able to find my Grandmama’s ring. I could not be more ecstatic and as soon as fedex delivers the ring to my hot little hands, I will take a picture of it back where it is going to stay – on my hand!

    Sarah and Liam had such a great time with you and your daughter and I know it’s an experience that I will always remember. So many friends here have already heard the story and I cannot thank you enough.

  • Thank you so much, Shawn, for bringing us joy...
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    Shawn,

    I scoured the site and couldn't find a way for me to enter a testimonial, so maybe you need to post it, or let me know if I missed the link. Anyway, here is my testimonial.

    My wife and I are celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary this year, so I dreaded having to tell her that I had lost my wedding ring. She took the news much better than I thought she would, which made me even more determined to find it.

    I had spent the whole day doing yard work, so the most likely scenario was it fell off while cleaning leaves and branches out of my garden beds. So I retraced every step, dug through the mulch pile, and didn't find it. Next thing I thought of was to rent a metal detector, but I didn't even know if a gold wedding band would be detected by a metal detector, so I used Google to ask that question. That's when I found The Ring Finders site, and saw the listing for Shawn Maillet. Why rent a metal detector, when I could have an expert come out and help me search for it?

    I called Shawn, and could tell immediately how passionate he is about his hobby. He told me how he loves detecting as much as some people love playing golf. And in ten minutes on the phone, he educated me on the process, even letting me know that many lost rings are found inside the house in unexpected places. I still had a hunch it was outside, so I made an appointment with Shawn, and in the meantime dug through my couches and other likely places but still didn't find it.

    When Shawn arrived, we talked about what I had done the day I lost the ring, and came up with the most likely places, so we started the search in the area where I had dumped all the leaves and branches. After two minutes he starts digging, my heart starts racing, but it's an old razor blade. A few minutes after that, another hit, but its a rusty nail. Thinking that this might be a long day, I walk back onto the grass to do some looking on my own, when I hear Shawn say, "Jeff, this is going to be a happy day" as he walks out holding my ring.

    My wife had been watching from the slider, and before it even sunk in that Shawn was holding my ring, she came out the door asking if we found it. What a great feeling. As much as Shawn enjoys the thrill of the hunt, the greatest satisfaction he gets is the joy he brings to the people he helps. Thank you so much, Shawn, for bringing us joy, and hope that you can do the same for many more people in the years ahead.

    Jeff and Susan Ernst

    Westford, MA

    April 22, 2012

  • I was certainly overwelmed with joy when I heard you say you found it.
    testimonial for Brett Thom (2012)

    Hi Brett,

    Just wanted to show my appreciation once again for your blessed help this morning in aiding me to find my lost engagement ring. After speaking with you last night and arranging a “next day” prompt appointment for you to come out, I was very relieved. Thank you for your friendly and calming approach, it definately made me feel at ease. I was so amazed at how quick you were able to find it, using your equipment, such an amazing tool! and I was certainly overwelmed with joy when I heard you say you found it. Thank you so much and many blessings to you and Monique.

    I would highly recommend your services, a true blessing to have met you.

    Warmest Regards

    Valerie

  • You saved the day;
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    Hi Mark,

    We just wanted to Thank you again for finding Mark’s ring. We are so greatful to you! You arrived here soon after we called and quickly recovered the ring, we thought it was a hopeless situation. You saved the day; our Anniversary dinner wouldn’t have been the same with that ring missing. Thank you

    Sincerely,

    Jen and Mark

  • Mark, can’t thank you enough for finding my ring!
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    Mark, can’t thank you enough for finding my ring! This was passed down to me just recently by my late aunt in England. My family went from being very sad to extremely glad! We can sleep again!! Your skills and experience are unbelievable. I will be honest and say that I was reluctant however, you proved me wrong and words can’t say how grateful we are, thank you Mark you are a godsend!!

  • I think it took longer to write this letter than it took for them to find the ring.
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    My husband was out in our yard doing some gardening including spreading grass seed and pulling up weeds and throwing them over an embankment in a wooded area behind our house.

    A few hours after finishing the yard work, he noticed that his ring was missing. Even though he wasn’t sure he had lost it in the yard, he immediately went out there searching for hours with no luck. He was even able to rent a metal detector and searched the area and still had no success.

    He finally gave up and decided that the ring was lost for good. When he told me, I wasn’t sure that a metal detector would pick up platinum so I did a search online for lost platinum ring and I stumbled upon Jim’s blog. I sent him a quick e-mail asking if it would be worth it for him to come out if my husband had already searched with a metal detector.

    Jim wrote back right away saying that the skill of the detector had a lot to do with the ability to find things, so I figured we’d give him a try. Jim came out about a week later on St. Patrick’s day with his friend Lance. They both brought their metal detectors and after my husband gave them a description of his yard work activities they began searching in what they thought were the most likely areas to find the ring: over in the area where he was throwing weeds and in the area he had been planting the grass.

    Maybe 15 minutes after they arrived, I started to head out to meet them and my husband said to me “I hope you don’t get your hopes up.” I said I hadn’t, but I really had! I stepped outside and asked if they had any luck yet and they said they had found it already!!

    It was located in the area where my husband had been planting grass and was under about an inch of dirt. My husband and I couldn’t believe that they had found it so quickly! I think it took longer to write this letter than it took for them to find the ring. I later realized that it was the 5th anniversary of us getting engaged. So five St. Patrick’s days ago he had given me an engagement ring and on this one, he had gotten his wedding ring back! Now St. Patrick’s day is twice as lucky for us.

    Thanks again Jim and Lance!

  • Thanks to Stephane with all my heart!
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    Thanks to Stephane with all my heart!

    Less than 2 years ago my husband bought me a beautiful gift – a diamond tennis bracelet. It is one of my most treasured possessions. It makes me smile every day when I wear it. I walk in the woods every morning with a friend – a half hour brisk walk around a trail. I wear my bracelet all the time, because I love it. Wednesday morning I realized, an hour after I got home, that I did not have it. I remembered taking my mitten off a few times to fix my hat – and my heart sank as I realized it probably fell off on the trail. I immediately went back out – walked the trail at a snail’s pace with my eyes down, to no avail. I had to do some work but went out later that day and spent three hours – taking one step – looking from left to right – to no avail. I felt so down. It is a long trail, in the woods, lots of animals, people and birds.

    A google search unveiled Stephane Phillipe, with Ring Finders. I called him the next morning – he agreed to come the next morning. As we headed out on the trail my hopes were up. After three hours – and ¾ of the way around – I was starting to tell myself to prepare for the worst. It was then that Stephane announced “I have it!” and sure enough – he found it with his metal detector and his eagle eye saw the glistening – it was on the trail, stepped down into the snow – probably by the many dogs and people who passed by. Stephane is a delightful man. Very professional, very knowledgeable, kept asking me questions to try and help the search. He was very careful, and took his time, was clearly on a mission. And, because we were walking slowly, around a long trail, we had lots of time for delightful conversation. He is a genuinely caring person, very honest, has the kinds of values that are so important in our world today. And he sounds like a delightful Dad.

    Needless to say I am over the moon with happiness. Thanks Stephane! You are a special man!

  • Nothing short of a miracle as far as we are concerned.
    testimonial for Tony Duffy (2012)

    Dear Tony

    On behalf of my wife and I may I say thanks once again for what you did which was nothing short of a miracle as far as we are concerned. Its more than the hi-tec electronic gear you have, you are actually a ‘ring-finder’ not just a guy with a metal detector. The way you methodically searched and found the ring using a process of elimination was astounding. Your manor and professionalism were also much appreciated, we only wish you could have stayed for lunch! But considering you drove 2 hours each way on your day off to help us because we were on holiday,… we are deeply thankful you responded to our call.

    Cheers Tony I we are delighted to recommend your services to anybody who needs anything found!

    Cheers and best of luck in the future (you have already had more success I have heard.. great work!)

    Wil

  • Your service made an unbelievable amount of stress go away almost instantly.
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    Stephane,

    I just wanted to write to you to say thanks for finding my lost wedding band. After melting 8 garbage cans full of snow trying to find my buried ring, I did not know what else to do. Calling the Ring Finder at 10pm on a friday night seemed to be a crazy idea. But to my surprise, you answered and not only came out to my place the next morning with your hi tech equipment, you managed to find my ring buried in a snowbank in about 45 seconds!!!!

    Your service made an unbelievable amount of stress go away almost instantly. Professional, quick, and courteous you were. I would not hesitate to recommend your service to anyone who has had the misfortune of loosing a valuable item.

    Thanks again!!

    Cheers

    Patrick Evans

  • Thank you, Kent and Ring Finders!
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    Hi, Kent! Hope you’re doing well. I’m sorry I haven’t sent the story yet. I tried to post it on the website, but couldn’t figure out how to do so.

    Thanks again for everything!!! Here’s my story:

    I lost my engagement ring while raking at my mother’s house. I felt it come off into the bag of leaves I was using, but then couldn’t find it after multiple rounds of sifting through the leaves despite knowing where it had fallen.

    My husband found Ring Finders – and Kent – through a quick google search. When Kent came to my mother’s house to retrieve the ring, one of the first things he said was: “It’s almost never where people think it is.” Indeed.

    Kent was super friendly, efficient, and competent. He did a thorough search of where I thought the ring would have been, in the pile of leaves I’d emptied from the bag. After 10 minutes of concentrated searching, he said, “I’m confident the ring’s not in this area.”

    He began searching another area close by. I was looking in a third area, and mentally beginning to freak out, when I Kent said, “I hope you have a happy new year,” and dropped the ring into the palm of my hand.”

    Delight! Relief! Joy! I hugged Kent. And then my mother. And then my husband when I got home.

    Thank you, Kent and Ring Finders!

  • No words can express our appreciation for all your efforts
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    Hello Stephane,

    We want to take this opportunity to thank you for finding Darryl's wedding ring. No words can express our appreciation for all your efforts. You were right that we were in good hands when we called for your help. We never thought that the ring would found when lost on a hunting trip in the bush. It means so much to us both as it has sentimental value as we had just recently got married three months ago. Darryl is now out of the dog house. :) We will recommend you to anyone that has lost jewelry.

    Thanks again

    Darryl and Patricia

  • I’m so glad my husband contacted The Ring Finders!
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    I’m so glad my husband contacted The Ring Finders! I must admit, I was dubious at first. I had an idea where the ring might have slipped off, and had dug up all the plants I had just put in–several times! We even rented a metal detector ourselves, and Wayne, myself and a friend of ours had all taken turns at running the detector along the street side planting bed–the very place that Dave and his daughter found my ring!

    How did they find it when we didn’t? Dave explained how it isn’t just having the equipment, but the experience that counts.

    Dave’s daughter is so adorable! You can tell how much she loves helping her Dad out–or is it the other way around? She got right in there! Of course, it started to rain–and she was getting soaked. But when she found the ring–her eyes were shining–she was as excited and overjoyed as I was, if that’s possible.

    What a lovely father and daughter team! And they say, it’s a hobby rather than a job. Good humoured, patient, if they can’t find it–it’s not there!

    And you pay what you can afford–in turn, Dave donates 20% to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

    Thank you so much! Go Ring Finders!!!!

  • A great service for those who need it!
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    Thanks to Chris for the great effort!

    I lost my wedding ring while walking just below the high tide mark at Locarno Beach on Monday night. The wife and I went back on Tues morning but had no luck finding it.

    I went back Wed afternoon and again had no luck.

    When I got home I decided to check Craigslist, just in case.

    I saw an ad for theringfinders and decided to give them a call.

    Chris answered the call but was in Tsawwassen. He had a look on his cell phone and saw that the tide would be low again at 3am Thurs morning.

    I drew up a small map of where I thought it would be and sent it to Chris.

    He answered that he would be out looking at 3am and hopefully he would have good news for me when I woke up.

    When I got up this morning there it was ... an email from Chris saying that he had found it, with an accompanying photo!

    Great work Chris.

    A great service for those who need it!

  • Thank you again Jeff for finding the one and only, most important ring I’ll ever wear!
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    Thank you Jeff Lubbert for finding my ring! I lost my ring and was pretty sure it happened at a baseball diamond while playing kickball. It was cold out, I was wearing gloves, and had been taking the gloves on and off throughout my game to get a better grip on the ball. I did not realize until towards the end of the second game of a double header that I was missing it. My wife was there with me, and so I broke the news to her right away that I did not know where it was. We were both devastated. After the game, 4 teams of kickball players and I searched the two fields we played on for about 20 minutes. No luck. The next day I posted a lost and found ad on Craigslist and Jeff gave me a call. He told me he was there at the park, looking for my ring! I realized I gave him the wrong information about the area I was in when I went there that evening to look myself that evening. So he returned the next day, and after giving him some more accurate information, HE FOUND IT! Granted, it was right where I thought I lost it, I probably never would have found it buried deep in the grass and mud, I’m sure I would have called it a lost cause if I did not find it myself after a couple of more searches. I definitely learned some lessons and will be much more careful in the future with cold weather, physical activity, and wearing of gloves. Thank you again Jeff for finding the one and only, most important ring I’ll ever wear! (I hope – If I ever loseit again, I know who to call!)

    Andy Kobusch

    Denver, Colorado

  • The ring has sentimental value to my wife since it was the first ring I gave her
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    I received a call from wife in Coquitlam while I was on a project in Phoenix that she had lost her ring while throwing a ball with our dog on a field near a school. The ring has sentimental value to my wife since it was the first ring I gave her. I was in a panic to figure out how to find the ring, knowing that I can’t rush home to help find it. And – the ring needed to be found that night since the kids would be back the next morning for school.

    I started a google search for “metal detectors in Coquitlam” and saw in the first couple of hits the link to “TheRingFinders.” I called Chris and to my pleasant surprise someone answered the phone – it was Chris. I spoke with him for short while but gained an immediate sense of commitment, trust, and help from Chris. I somehow knew after the first couple calls that my wife’s ring was going to be found – I just knew it and could feel it from Chris. I had made the right call and had spoken with the right guy.

    As the night progressed Chris kept me and my wife updated with period emails and texts on his progress. The most satisfying moment was the picture of the ring Chris sent at @ 1:40 AM when he found the ring.

    Great joy having Chris’ help!!! I can’t tell you how happy we both were at getting the ring back from Chris. An amazing guy who loves his job.

    Patrick Simpers

  • lo and behold he found it! We were elated.
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    My husband was cleaning our driveway when he threw some leaves down a gulley on the side of the house. Not only did the leaves get hurled, but also his wedding band. He's lost 30 lbs in the last few years. All summer, we talked about how loose the ring was on his finger and his potential to lose it. We felt like fortune tellers when it happened and then panicked. I remembered reading an article about a gentleman on the Cape who used metal detection equipment to help you find a lost treasure. Did a quick Google and found Richard. He came over a number of hours later, had my husband recreate his steps and then down the gulley they went. And, lo and behold he found it! We were elated.

    Thank you, thank you, Richard.

    Don & Jan

    PS: Thanks to your family who patiently waited in your vehicle.

  • I cannot find enough words to tell him how much I appreciated his hard work and most of all, his honesty...
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    Hi Chris,

    I was hoping that you could somehow post my message to the website about my recent experience with a ring finder named Tony Reese of Council Bluffs, IA. I lost my wedding ring while playing ball in a city park and upon discovering it, I got frantic. I posted a message in the lost & found section of Craigslist thinking that I would never ever see it again. Tony contacted me and told me about his services and although I informed him about the details of my location, I have to admit that I was still skeptical about ever seeing the ring again. Low and behold, he called to tell me that he found it! I cannot find enough words to tell him how much I appreciated his hard work and most of all, his honesty with returning the ring to me. Thank you so much Tony!

    Paula

  • An amazing group of people on this site.
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    An amazing group of people on this site.

    I can only speak for my experience with James Murphy, but if the others are anything like him, this is one awesome group of people. I found this site by accident while checking a lost and found website, about a week after I lost my ring. I called up James and he was eager to get it found. I'm sure my situation was much less than ideal for him, a week later, me in another province, and google satellite images drawn on saying 'I think it was around here'. Even though it was all done through emailing pictures back and forth, and me trying my best to recall just where I had been on that beach, James found that very special ring, not giving up after his first search ended unsuccessfully. The day I left that beach, in the middle of my summer holidays, I truly never thought I would see my ring ever again. Then I found this site and spoke with James, he was confident, and that gave me a some hope. We got it all lined up and he went for his search. Then I received an email from him, with a picture and drawn out area of where he had searched, coming back empty handed (well, I think he found a few bucks in change). In that email he asked if I could send another picture and try to give a more specific area of where I thought I had been, as he would use that to go on for a second search. I tried my best, sent the picture to some friends who had been with me, getting their opinions on where we had been, and sent it off to James. When I next heard from him, I was nervous to find out what he had to say, and then he gave me the news that I was so happy to hear, he found it!! I could hardly believe it!! The only thing better than that phone call was a few days later when I got the ring back in my hands. I appreciate everything James did, and the effort he put into his searches. Having this ring means an incredible amount to me and I have to thank James for getting it back to me.

  • There are no words to express how excited I am to have these two rings back on my finger!
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    Chris,

    There are no words to express how excited I am to have these two rings back on my finger! I really thought they would be gone for good! Justin and I went back to the beach on our own to searched around (finding nothing but sand!) and on the way home the song that we danced our first dance at our wedding came on the radio, I'm sure it was some kind of sign! Right after that we stumbled upon your website, thank you thank you thank you for dropping everything and driving out to Kits at midnight to find my rings!

    Jenn Beagan

  • I got the most amazing call: "Cail, we found it. We actually found your ring!" I got teary eyed...
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    I wanted to thank Chris again for all his help finding my gold and sapphire ring. I know my boyfriend had told him that the ring was from my mother, but the story is much more than just that. In the mid 90s, my mom's father, my Grampy, had passed away suddenly. A short time later, she went down the Bermuda and bought this ring to remind her that her father was always nearby. I was only 8 or 9 at the time, and for years I voiced how much I loved the ring and couldn't wait until I got it. Of course I was just a kid at the time with a reputation of losing things quite frequently. My mom had promised that when she passed away, I would inherit the ring. But I never stopped bugging her for it. Just over a year ago, she surprised me by saying that I could have it. She believed that I was grown up enough to take care of it.

    Of course when I lost it somewhere between the driving range and our home on Saturday night, I was completely devastated. Not only because I had lost this gorgeous ring, but because I felt that I had let her and Grampy down. We searched for over an hour scouring bushes and grass, but it was getting late and without a flashlight, we were out of luck. I kept saying to myself "If I don't find it now, I'm never going to find it".

    I decided to try my luck and see if someone on Craigslist would lend me a metal detector for the day. When I came across the Ring Finders ad, I fired off an email describing my problem. I didn't expect to hear anything until the next morning, and I had a feeling that at that time it really was too late and the ring was going to be lost forever. Within minutes, I had a reply from Chris. We spoke for about 5 minutes about where it may be and where it may have fallen out. Even just speaking to Chris put my mind at ease- I could tell right away that even though he didn't know me, he understood how important this was to me and I knew he would try his hardest to help me out, even though we both felt it would just be a "closure search".

    With me off at work in the morning, Chris and my boyfriend, Brady, retraced our steps from the night before. I anxiously awaited the "We didn't find it" at work from Brady. Within about half an hour of going out searching, I got the most amazing call: "Cail, we found it. We actually found your ring!" I got teary eyed, it was such a relief.

    So again, thank you Chris for working so hard, on a Sunday, in the muggy heat, and for dealing with those noisy power lines that wreaked havoc on your detectors. I know that if I ever have a problem again, you are the first person I will call. I also promise to never wear jewellery to the driving range again.

    Cheers,

    Caileigh

  • I would like to truly thank you from the bottom of my heart for your perseverance and dedication
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    Gregg Larabel,

    My name is Jill, I'm Russ' girlfriend who you met out in East Lansing yesterday. I just really felt the strong need to thank you myself for the amazing work you did. The ring you located has invaluable sentiment to me. It belonged to my grandmother, who passed away last September 1st, 2011. Her and her best friend, Ann, got these matching rings in high school. And although it may not be worth more than a few dollars, it means the world to me. Losing it was devastating, and every time it has crossed my mind in the past three months since it was lost, I have gotten seriously upset. Seeing that ring yesterday gave me a different reason to cry, I couldn't believe it when I saw it. I still can't believe it! I would like to truly thank you from the bottom of my heart for your perseverance and dedication to your trade. I'm amazed, I can't thank you and Russ enough for the greatest surprise EVER.

    We'll be sure to keep your information, and share it with high recommendations.

    Best of luck in all of your adventures,

    Jill

  • It was a miracle! It was two days after I had lost my rings...
    testimonial for Douglas Carney (2011)

    I lost my engagement ring and wedding band on the beach in Dana Point two days ago, Thursday June 30th. I did not realize I had lost my rings until the next morning when I went to put them on. I take them off every night. I immediately realized how and when I lost them. When I was putting sunscreen on my 4 month old I took my rings off and put them in the cup holder of my chair. I completely forgot about them. I went back the next day Friday July 1st and spoke to the lifeguards to see if anything had been turned in. Of course no rings, just a cell phone and watch. I desperately tried to locate a metal detector to go back in the evening to try and look again. The metal detector I had borrowed from a friend was a joke. It looked like a toy and sure enough no luck! That is when I turned to Doug Carney. He said he could come out right away. He showed such amazing enthusiasm and assured me he could find them. We made arrangements to meet the next morning bright and early to beat the crowd. I didn't really know what to expect and when I saw the kind of equipment he had and his friend he brought I felt at ease. I had a great feeling we were going to find the rings. I took him to the location on the beach where I thought I had lost them and he first prayed then right to work. About 15 minutes went by before he found the first ring. I was overjoyed!!! I would have left a happy girl with just that ring. Then his friend took a turn looking through the sand with his metal detector and within 5 minutes my engagement ring was found! It was a miracle! It was two days after I had lost my rings and it was apparent the tide had come up the night before and they still found my rings with no problem at all. I am forever grateful the Doug and would recommend him to anyone in need!

    Thank you for your time!

    God Bless,

    Bethany Short

  • I was rather dumbfounded and ecstatic when you managed to locate it
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    Hi Chris,

    Thanks again for locating my earring. I know it might seem strange that something so inexpensive and small as an earring can hold such significance for someone. But I am grateful to you for having located my earring for me and would certainly call on you should such a misfortune befall me again. I had spent hours looking out in the garden and through the refuse I later bagged and sent for waste disposal. I had gone out in the dark with a flashlight hoping to catch a glint that would expose its whereabouts. No luck. I doubted I would see the two earrings together again. So I was rather dumbfounded and ecstatic when you managed to locate it and within such a short period of time. Thank you so much.

    Happy hunting!

    Cheers,

    Trudy

  • I'm still amazed that you found it!
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    Hi Mark,

    I just wanted to thank you again for finding my ring. I have to say that I was skeptical that it would be found on such a large baseball field, the saying "like trying to find a needle in a haystack" seemed to apply to me. I'm still amazed that you found it! I wouldn't hesitate to refer you to anyone that has lost something. A huge thanks again!!

    Sarita

  • I don’t think I can explain the feeling of relief I felt once that ring was back on my finger
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    I am just amazed at how typing “how to find a gold ring in grass” into my search engine, led me to this website, and better yet to someone local who was able to find my ring in minutes. I don’t think I can explain the feeling of relief I felt once that ring was back on my finger, from 10pm thurs to sat 905 am was a long time to hold my breath. I was chicken to call for help, but determined to find my ring; and I am surprised how quickly this has been resolved, Gregg responded so quickly to give up his Saturday morning and watching him work seemed so effortless, within minutes he was holding my treasure. I was afraid my ring would become another lost treasure on the farm and now I am so happy to have it back where it belongs. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I’ve always said that my husband would give me the moon if he could and I feel that way right now about having my ring back. Priceless for sure.

  • Leaping for joy, hooting, hollering, and hugging concerned bystanders.
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    Dear Scott, I cannot thank you enough for recovering my ring– a formidable task for the reasons you have already mentioned. Twin Lakes Beach is one of the most frequented beaches in all of Santa Cruz. I realized that the ring was missing 2 hours after we had left and had a meltdown; fortunately, my friends who were visiting immediately eased us into problem-solving mode. We went back to the beach where we got on our hands and knees to search for this ‘needle in a haystack’ for quite some time, but it was clear that while we were gone, the foot traffic had been heavy, and the area was zigzagged with tracks left from tents, beach chairs, and towels. Sand had been kicked about and the tide was coming in. The lifeguard advised me to go to the Harbormaster office to ask if someone there might have a metal detector. The front desk attendant called a friend who apparently owned a detector and asked him to come in and the friend said that he would come within 10 mins., but that his equipment was low on battery. The search help arrived, but this man’s equipment was just really dusty and battered. Because the battery was low, too, we had to hurry. For 45 minutes, he scoured the area, but no luck. We threw our hands up in defeat and since my friends had to start their trip back to L.A. (this debacle had delayed them already by several hours), we left the beach and went home. My husband Marc was home from work and I told him everything and we were both so sad. Then, suddenly, I received a text from a dear friend of mine in St. Paul, MN, whose husband had lost his ring in a snow bank last winter. He had found a retrieval specialist through theringfinders.com with success, so she urged me to research the site. Marc looked up the site and lo and behold, you, Scott, were listed. We called. You answered. We drove back to the beach and you met us there promptly (10-15 minutes tops) with all your bells and whistles; admittedly, seeing that you were so well-equipped gave me hope! As you explained, I was shocked when you called me over, less than 15 minutes into your search, to identify the ring. “Did your ring look something like this?” I COULD NOT believe it. I’ll never forget it, either! Leaping for joy, hooting, hollering, and hugging concerned bystanders. That one group you mentioned that had witnessed the search from beginning to end was carried up in the moment, too, with one woman actually crying because she was so relieved for me. Super-sweet. Recovering this ring was important, as you can imagine, not simply because of its’ material worth… as a cherished symbol, this ring carries a memory and marks some very important chapters of my/our life story! THANK YOU for your professionalism, meticulousness, and sincerity – all qualities that shined through in this pursuit! We will definitely recommend your services to our contacts in the future!

    Best wishes, Vickie

  • I couldn't be happier with Chris and his services and would recommend him to anyone...
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    When I lost my wedding band while enjoying some swimming at White Pine Beach, I felt totally helpless. After phoning my wife to give her the bad news, she did a google search and found the link to The Ring Finders website, and wow am I glad she found that site. Chris got back to me quickly and we arranged to meet the next day back at the beach. The next day we met up and Chris began searching the bottom in the area where I felt the ring had entered the water. Chris found the ring in less than 15 minutes and proceeded to have a little fun by faking a metal detector malfunction when coming out of the lake! I couldn't be happier with Chris and his services and would recommend him to anyone who needs to find thier lost valuables.

  • They are miracle workers and very nice and caring.
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    Deldon Krueger was the answer to my prayers! I lost my engagement ring in the grass on a side of a busy street, my fiance and I took turns searching for it for three days, called Deldon Krueger and they found my ring in about 1 hour! They are miracle workers and very nice and caring. Thank you for your diligent and thorough work!

  • I could see that his best reward was to see my face when he found the ring.
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    Last Thursday, June 23, I lost my gold wedding ring at the beach. I was convinced I dropped it in one of 4 the four different places I sat down, but there was no way of knowing for sure exactly where it was. I thought it was gone forever. I searched for the ring with no success, and by the time I got home I was devastated. I've had this ring for roughly 4 years now, and it meant a lot to me and my wife.

    We've been together for almost 11 years, since we started dating in high school, and we always had rings to symbolize our commitment, but none was special as this one. This one was bought back in Brazil, before we immigrated to Canada, and it is a special blend of white gold and yellow gold that is not easily reproduced.

    The next day, I started browsing the web, convinced that I could find someone to help me find my ring. That was when I came across Chris and theringfinders.com. Chris was very helpful from the beginning, asking clarifying questions and making sure there was a way to track down where it could be. He explained to me that he works on a reward basis and that a part of the reward goes to charity, which is a very honorable attitude. We made plans to go look for it that same that in the evening.

    Arriving at the beach, we started looking for the ring in one of the spots which I thought was more likely for it to have fallen. No luck there. Chris was using his metal detector and we found a lot of bottle caps, pennies and some old nails. After half an hour looking for it in that position we decided to go and try the second spot. I was frustrated, since I could not know for sure where I dropped it, and I was thinking I might never see it again. Chris was always very supporting, and kept telling me that if it was there, he would definitely find it. That made me feel better, specially coming from someone with so much experience in metal detecting and treasure hunting.

    We stopped and the second spot and Chris turned his metal detector on. The first thing he found was a melted piece of metal, about the size of a fingernail. After that, he flitted his detector to the right, sensing something unusual on that spot. He reached with his scoop in the sand, and after less than 2 minutes in that spot, he found my ring! I was ecstatic. I could not believe he had found it so fast. After 24 hours of anguish, I had my ring back! I cannot describe how good it felt.

    I thanked Chris and gave him the best reward I could afford. It is clear to me that he has a passion for this and does not do it for the money. I could see that his best reward was to see my face when he found the ring. I am very glad I have found Chris, otherwise I would have lost forever an artifact that has a very special meaning to me and my wife.

    Ben

  • These items are irreplaceable and I thank you from the bottom of my heart...
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    Hi Ed.

    What can I say but miracles do happen! I absolutely still cannot believe my husband had the persistence to find you and you came through-BIG TIME! The dread I felt for three days was replaced with complete shock and happiness upon learning that you found just one of the four rings I had lost on the beach in Avalon. Then, an hour later after learning you found the remaining three rings I was truly speechless. All in the dark, nonetheless. These items are irreplaceable and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for being such a kind, helpful and smart person. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Attached is my smile picture, taken with my daughter Tess (who I was putting suntan lotion on, hence removing my rings and forgetting about them in my pocket).

    All the very best,

    Kate Bieg

  • I can not tell you how thankful I am for your help in finding my ring!
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    Mr Giarraffa

    I can not tell you how thankful I am for your help in finding my ring! You took time out of your life to help a complete (and still) stranger an act of true kindness. My wife and I will always remember you.

    Thank you Truly

    Justin

  • My daughters refer to your metal detector as the 'magic wand'
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    Dear Jim,

    Thank you so much for helping us find my wife's wedding ring. It holds a lot of sentimental value not to mention the 1 carat diamond set in it! She designed the ring using the gold and a diamond from an heirloom ring passed on by her grandmother.

    My daughters refer to your metal detector as the 'magic wand', and I think of you as the 'magician'. What a wonderful hobby you have, we would be delighted to promote your services to everyone we know.

    Many thanks!

    Michael, Samantha, Anika and Kalina

    North Saanich, BC

  • Jack found my wedding band. I was relieved and grateful. Thank you!
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    January 2011

    I felt terrible losing my ring due to carelessness. I left my ring in my pocket coming home from the gym and it fell out. It was one of those big snow days so it was coming down hard and I couldn't find it. I spent a few hours looking but it hopeless checking every hour, shoveling with my hands. I tried to look into renting a metal detector and even considered buying one. I found The Ring Finders through Craigslist and contacted Bob Black. Because I was outside of his territory, he forwarded my information to Jack and we got in touch. After the snow stopped we coordinated to meet. He arrived promptly and was ready to work. In the beginning I was feeling weary (it was a narrow city street with plenty of foot traffic) but with a little luck Jack found my wedding band. I was relieved and grateful. Thank you!

  • I searched google for “lost jewellery on perth beach” and up popped TheRingFinders.com
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    I felt my ring slip from my finger in the surf and thought that was it! I made a mental note of the spot where it slipped off. I searched the sand with family and some friends for around 45 mins but with no success.

    We returned home and I was straight onto the internet. I searched google for “lost jewellery on perth beach” and up popped TheRingFinders.com.

    I originally called Tony and left a message as his phone rang out. Having never done anything like this before I didn’t hold much hope in having my call returned. To his credit Tony called back and told me he would be at the beach at 6am the next morning.

    Sure enough he turned up and got stuck in. I must admit, my confidence of it ever being found took a hit when he didn't find it yesterday!

    He said that he would be back down on Monday and possibly a couple more times over the summer but one of my biggest fears was that another person found it and would keep it for themselves!

    When I got the call this morning from Tony double checking that it was today that I flew back to Scotland and how long the flight was, he questioned how much better I would feel if the wedding ring was on my finger as he found it this morning!!

    I must admit I thought I had a better chance of winning the lottery than having my ring found!

    All credit to Tony for recovering something I thought was gone forever. I genuinely didn’t think I would see the ring again but his persistence on the search paid off! Thank you.

  • I would have been at that playground until Spring if it weren't for Jack! (2011)

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    Jack was great. Really nice and clearly very experienced in using a metal detector. There was quite a bit of potentially distracting metal around as I had lost my ring in the snow of a children's play yard in Manhattan.But Jack explained that gold had a different frequency/sound than other metals and it took us only about 30 minutes after I had been on my hands and knees for 2 days in the cold! It was a tortuous search with the weather and so many children throwing snow everywhere throughout my search, hence difficult to keep track of the initial location where I had lost it and impossible to even eliminate places where I had already searched.

    It wasn't even close to where I had been looking yet I think I would have been at that playground until Spring if it weren't for Jack!

  • We got online and found Jack Giarraffa at TheRingFinders, who got back to us immediately
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    The day after a snowstorm a few weeks ago I was cleaning off my car and managed to slip and fall on some ice. When I got up, I realized my wedding ring had slipped off my finger and landed somewhere in the snow. As it was white gold, it was like trying to find a needle in the proverbial haystack. We got online and found Jack Giarraffa at TheRingFinders, who got back to us immediately to set up an appointment to try and find my ring. Jack came out a couple of days later (he would've come out earlier if we checked our email sooner!) with a metal detector and other tools, and managed to find my ring in under one hour. I was both overjoyed and relieved for the help that Jack gave us. Thanks again Jack!'

    Regards,

    Patrick

  • Chris, I can't even begin to thank you for returning my ring to me!
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    On a January Monday I was happily feeding birds from my 4th floor balcony when suddenly, on one throw, the ring I have been wearing for over a decade, and that is very dear to my heart, flew off my finger and ricocheted off the neighboring building into the unknown. Panicked, I ran down to search for it but five hours and half a dozen helping friends later I still had not found it.

    The search area was fairly small but littered with leaves and mud and divided by tall hedges and trees. The following morning, before dawn, I rented a metal detector and set back to searching but another 4 hours passed without sight of it. I literally crawled around my hands and knees through mud and under hedges looking for it and even searched the top of the neighboring building in the dark and snow on the off chance it had ended up there.

    Desperate and running low on hope I stumbled on to Chris' webpage and called him up. By this time it was nearly 8pm and I asked if Chris would come out the following day to help me look. Chris told me that there was no sense in waiting and offered to come out to my apartment immediately, in the dark and the snow.

    Within 30 minutes he was set up and searching, beaming smiles and confidence. His optimism was infectious but I was too guarded to allow myself to think he would be able to find it. He told me that if it didn't turn up in the yard it meant it wasn't there, in which case he would return the following day to help me search the roof and surrounding property. I was hopeful but admittedly skeptical after having spent 2 days combing for it.

    Less than 20 minutes later however, Chris called me down under the ruse of bringing him some supplies and surprised me with my ring. I could not believe my eyes! I have never been so surprised, relieved and excited all in one moment in my life. Chris will find your ring for you but more than that, he will answer your call with warmth and optimism in an unbelievable hurry. He is truly a hero.

    Chris, I can't even begin to thank you for returning my ring to me! You went above and beyond in answering my call and I will never forget it. My neighbours are indebted to you too since I no longer have to harass them about looking for my ring in the bushes and the mud. If there's a next time, I won't even bother looking first; I'll just call you up immediately and I'll counsel all of my friends to do the same.

    With endless thanks,

    Jen

  • We called on Stephane Philippe from The Ring Finders...
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    Just before Christmas, I was cleaning out the back seat of our car before taking neighbours to the airport. I took my gloves off, gave the seat a few brushes to get rid of some dog hair, and -- in one perfect motion -- knocked my wedding band loose and launched it into the snow. We had three sets of eyes looking for this ring in the first half hour, and my wife and I continued to look with no success for a few days. We called on Stephane Philippe from The Ring Finders, who took time out of his Boxing Day and was extremely friendly and professional. Stephane came over with some sophisticated equipment, and -- despite significant interference in the yard, including buried nails, power lines, and a water main -- was able to identify and recover the ring within a short period of time. We are grateful for Stephane's help, and glad that he takes a portion of the rewards to help worthy causes in our area.

    Thank you Stephane!

  • THEY FOUND IT!!! The small crowd cheered! Nobody could believe it!
    testimonial for Vic Auletta (2011)

    Vic found my husband’s wedding band at the bottom of the Magothy River! The ring had slipped off his finger while we swam at our community beach in Cape St. Claire. He realized right away that the ring was off and we spent almost 2 hours combing the area- we were over 30 yards out from the shore in waist-deep water, and even with swimming goggles you could only see about 6-8 inches in front of you. As it grew late, we conceded that we were never going to find the ring. My husband felt terrible about losing his wedding ring, though it was not his fault. I knew it was going to continue to bother him, so I went home and started searching the web. Initially, I was hoping to find a metal detector for rent, then I came across The Ring Finders’ website. I emailed Vic and was surprised with his speedy response. He offered to meet us the next morning to start searching! Sure enough, Vic was at the beach with his detector when we got there. He and my husband went into the water and covered a lot of ground. We started to attract a small crowd of spectators. I told them the story of the lost ring on the pier while the men continued their search. Over an hour into the mission Vic was still persistent. He had not given up hope- although we were all sure it was a lost cause. After nearly an hour and a half, THEY FOUND IT!!! The small crowd cheered! Nobody could believe it! Vic and my husband waded back to shore to be greeted by hugs and cheers. Vic Auletta, we cannot thank you enough! You recovered the ring and reminded us of two valuable lessons: never give up hope and don’t wear your wedding ring while swimming in a river!

    Erin

  • I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating The Ring Finders...
    testimonial for Chris Turner (2011)

    Dear Chris,

    I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for creating The Ring Finders.

    I was visiting friends at their cottage on the August 1st long weekend when I was horrified to discover that both my wedding band and diamond engagement ring slipped off of my finger while washing my hair in the lake.

    My husband of 10 years passed away last December, so I think you can imagine how distraught I was at the prospect of loosing my rings. When I looked down and realized they were gone, it was truly the worst moment since his death.

    After a whole lot of effort, a friend and I were able to locate the wedding band the next day, but had no luck with the diamond engagement ring.

    The thought of something that valuable - monetarily, and more importantly, emotionally - being lost forever at the bottom of the lake was breaking my heart - I was practically inconsolable.

    I spent the following week on the internet and phone trying to find anyone who could help me when I came across a forum called Treasure Finds. I put up a post and someone there suggested I check out your website.

    I have to say, I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw it. It was like the site was written for me. I had no idea that there was such a movement of people who had such a passion for metal detecting, and especially a group such as yours, dedicated to helping people like myself.

    I am thrilled to tell you that I contacted Dave Pommer and last Sunday we returned to Bobcaygeon and he was able locate my engagement ring - in less than ideal weather conditions, I might add. I was so relieved I couldn't stop crying for almost an hour.

    Dave was a wonderful person, and I will forever be in his debt for helping me get back something so truly precious to me.

    I just wanted to say thank you for creating such a wonderful site and providing such a special service. Finding those rings actually reminded me what it was like to be happy again. I haven't stopped smiling all week and several of my friends and family have noticed that for the first time in a very long time, I am more like myself.

    Please keep up the good work and thank you again for everything.

    Kind Regards,

    Marcie Cunning

  • Chris Turner is a truly rare and exceptional person!
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    Chris Turner is a truly rare and exceptional person! I am a natural pessimist and couldn't believe people like him exist still; he really does love making others happy. This guy has a job yet spends his spare time not sleeping, playing or relaxing but searching for jewellery for indeterminate rewards.

    I never had a doubt as to how and where I lost my ring while on a short weekend getaway to Vancouver Island. I had my dog's leash wrapped around my left hand to keep her short and close to me as we walked along the edge of a golf course. In order to pick up after my dog, I handed the leash to my guy and in so doing, the leash unfurled in my hand, taking the ring off. A few minutes later, as we walked along, I realized the ring was gone and in the same moment knew exactly what had happened. It had come off in rough brush and weeds and after searching for a while we just gave up and I berated myself for being so silly to bring expensive jewellery on vacation. It should have, but never occurred to me that a metal detector could find my ring.

    Only after returning home did I hear about Chris online. He contacted me and immediately gave me a feeling of calm and hopeful yet not unrealistic hope. Anyone can buy a metal detector but it was in how Chris spoke to me and his actual words that are what make him special. He was sympathetic, professional, and cautiously optimistic. He was very clear that he has 100% confidence in his abilities given the correct info, but also that I should feel happy that I truly did all I could have done; should he not find the ring. He said several times that either way I would have "closure" and I knew that if he didn't find it I would truly be able to mentally let it go. That alone is a rare and special ability to impart; he hadn't even looked yet and already I was feeling more at peace.

    Five days after losing the ring he was on the first ferry to the Island. I wished I'd been able to accompany him but since I couldn't he sent me a pic when he arrived on site to show that he was really there, and again I felt a sense of calm. I was never in doubt as to where the ring was, but I was still unsure that he would find it. Well he did and sent me a pic right away. I'm not normally overly emotional but, I screamed and shook and cried and laughed all at once when I saw my ring!

    Chris did more than return my ring; he made me believe that there are really nice people in the world still. This pessimist is now realizing kindness that asks little in return is out there!

    I would highly recommend Chris to anyone.

  • The Ring Finder reacted promptly to our request and were extremely professional in their approach...
    testimonial for Darrin Gray (2011)

    There is nothing better than enjoying a fun holiday weekend boating and relaxing with family and friends, but a simple exchange of a ring turned into an extremely stressful situation. While sitting on the back of the boat my friend asked if she could try on my ring. At the time, not thinking anything about it I slipped the ring off and handed it over. Now it gets interesting! It's funny how little ones have a fascination with everything shinny so when my friend went to hand back the ring her daughter asked if she could see it and give it back to me. Who knew she had the right arm of a major leaguer! She threw the ring at me, it bounced off my hand and into the lake it went, six feet deep and over a foot of silt, and we couldn't find it. Now what to do? We conjured up several ideas as to how to retrieve the ring but the reality was we needed someone with the proper equipment and experience to help us out. A few call's later and thanks to the internet and the research of another friend we found The Ring Finder website. My Husband called Darrin Gray and gave him all the specifics. Darrin made note of all that was discussed and was eager and willing to get things rolling first thing in the morning. Dawn broke and everyone was already up waiting in anticipation. Darrin and his partner arrived as promised. They surveyed the drop zone, gathered their equipment and began the search. Much to our amazement about thirty minutes later there it was sitting on top of a large scoop of black muck, my ring. The Ring Finder reacted promptly to our request and were extremely professional in their approach. We can't thank them enough!

    Tim & Shar

  • Chris's professionalism, kindness, sincerity, and giving restored my wavering faith in human beings...
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    I have lingered over just what to say on this blog as no words can express the gratitude I have for Chris and what he did for me.

    What I can say is that from the very moment I called Chris he was/is:

    - as optimistic as I was (saying “if it’s there, I WILL find it”). Wonderful words when one has lost something so dear and KNOWS it’s there let me tell you!

    - totally professional in every way: from his language and manner on the phone to his knowing what was what on the beach, the timing of such things etc. I felt SAFE meeting him at 11pm (my son was a bit worried, but from our telephone conversations and the recommendation of the life guards I just KNEW, in my gut, that he was a very professional, “good guy”)

    - dedicated to the project of helping me, a total stranger: after a long day of work he met me the same night I lost my precious items, at 11pm, saying that if we didn’t get there before the “beach sweepers” which begin the work of cleaning and destroying everything in the sand at about 3 or 4 am.

    - went above and beyond what any “good guy” might do: I locked myself out of my car and after we found my items he helped me get back into my locked car!

    - truly, a living knight in these modern times.

    Quite honestly, Chris’s professionalism, kindness, sincerity, and giving restored my wavering faith in human beings helping each other out BECAUSE WE CAN and because we care, because, basically, it’s always the right and wonderful thing to do. He took time out of his very busy life to help me, a total stranger with nothing to offer him, find the most precious possessions I have.He didn’t ask for any money, he didn’t ask for anything at all, in return for helping me. He helped to help and THIS is something I know, as a volunteer, is the foundation of compassionate living, volunteering, and being of service in our world: to be of service simply to be of service.

    I mean, how often do we see this in our modern, capitalist society? It’s SO rare that when I experienced it and was the recipient of it, with Chris, my heart was utterly warmed and enlivened. As I’m not working, I offered to bake him and his partner some delish baked goods. How’s that for a sweet ending?

    And then he’s kind enough to call me “young”! : ) Thanks for that Chris and SO much more! Thank you for being YOU: an amazingly generous, giving, and loving human being walking and sharing this planet with us. Blessings and abundance and FUN treasure hunting to you!!

  • It was incredible that you put in so much effort. You were both like angels arriving on planet earth!
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    Dear Chris and Beverley

    Well I have just about got over jet lag... But maybe not quite as it is 5am here!

    I just wanted to say such a massive thank you for your amazing kindness, professionalism and talent in finding my three rings. I am still in shock that you managed to find them and really can't begin to thank you both enough. You are amazing!!!!!!

    To get to Tofino so quickly with all your equipment from Vancouver, taking ferries and mountain passes, to search in the freezing snow and darkness, find the rings in four inches under the sand in different locations on a huge beach that had been pounded for three days by the Pacific tides, get stuck in snowdrifts on the way home and keep us so well informed about the search and produce a wonderful film of the search... It was incredible that you put in so much effort. You were both like angels arriving on planet earth! So thank you thank you.

    The film of the finding of the rings is fabulous..... Thanks so much for sending it to us. It is great to see you and Beverley searching for the rings and then finding them. They are looking beautiful.... Perhaps the sea and sand gave them a good cleaning!! Anyway, that will be the last time they are tossed into the sea! Lessons have been learnt....

    Thanks to you both. You are incredible!

    Trishx

  • That miracle was discovering theringfinders.com on Google...
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    It wasn't just any ring that went flying off my finger while throwing snowballs at our husky. It was THE ring. The ring he chose all by himself. The ring he loved enough to give to me when he got down on one knee. And now it was hidden somewhere in 2 feet of snow!

    We were newly engaged and still floating on cloud 9. Everything was perfect leading up to that afternoon of playing in the snow. The sunshine was glistening as we took turn tossing clumps of snow into the air. Our dog was jumping up chomping on them. I picked a big clump and tossed it with both hands. As I let go of the snow I knew instantly that my ring, which hadn't been sized yet, was gone. Feeling it slide off the whole length of my finger was the worst feeling in the world.

    We looked for hours. Tracing and retracing every inch of the dog park we were in. When our eyes failed us we shoveled 16 trash bags full of snow and melted them in the bathtub hoping to find my ring in the water. Bag after bag melted and bag after bag there was no ring. As my tears dried we slowly began to realize that short of a miracle, the ring was gone forever.

    That miracle was discovering theringfinders.com on Google. They were great! There was no one in our area listed on the website but they found us a guy who lives down the street. Larry came the next day with all his gear and in 45 minutes had the ring back in my fiance's hands. Larry's strategy was simple and effective. He started with where I was standing and slowly expanded his search past where we had been looking until he hit the jackpot. We are so grateful to Larry and theringfinders.com for helping us! Instead of a tragic memory they gave us our ring, a great story to tell at the reception, and something my fiance can tease me about for the rest of our lives.

    Christopher M. Corcoran

  • What a wonderful service you provide. (2011)

    Rick and Eleanor,

    Maureen and I just wanted to send you this note to thank you so very much for the great thing you did for us yesterday. We were so distraught over the loss of our wedding ring that we didn’t know what to do. Even though we new the ring was in our home, we were at wit’s end on how to actually find it.

    Your patience, attention to detail and methodology is what made finding our ring possible. I don’t know how many times I had searched the same area where the ring wound up being. Your detection equipment certainly eliminated where it was not, which finally led to where it was!

    You were both so conscientious and your calming presence made us both feel that everything was going to be OK.

    Again, are most heartfelt thanks goes to you and the whole community behind TheRingFinders.com. What a wonderful service you provide.

    Sincerely,

    Steve & Maureen

  • Takes his job seriously and does it from the heart...
    testimonial for Chris Turner (2011)

    I found Chris to be a professional person who takes his job seriously and does it from the heart. He found my ring in less than an hour without expecting a lot in return. From the reward that I gave him he donated 15% to Children's hospital and that is what I liked the most about his work. He made me realize that there are still good people around us who do things for the pleasure and smiles it provides to other people and not for any selfish reasons. All in all my short experience with Chris was positive and if you lost a ring, Call Chris :]

  • Thank you sooo much for helping us find his wedding ring.
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    Chris,

    You probably won't remember this case, but we wanted to say Thank You none the less! Last April (approximately) we had you come out to a townhouse complex in Port Moody. My husband had been throwing a Giant bouncy ball in the air for our kids when his ring went flying upward off his cold hand.

    Needless to say we were unable to find the ring and it was quite a mystery as to where it landed. You threw a test ring and were certain it was on the rooftop of the townhouses close by. Unfortunately we were unable to get up on the roof tops and that's where the search ended.....for a while...

    Until.....recently when my husband got hired on with the Fire Department. He was able to bring out one of the ladder trucks to our complex and ....the ring was exactly where you predicted it would be!! Covered in many leaves, and very dirty...but there!!

    Thank you sooo much for helping us find his wedding ring.

    Sincerely,

    Chris & Karen Watt

  • Dave and Eryn Millman were two of the kindest, most generous, and professional people I have met.
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    Dave and Eryn Millman were two of the kindest, most generous, and professional people I have met. Dave saw that I was inquiring for anyone with a metal detector– because I had lost my watch in the sand at Baker Beach.

    He emailed me in a friendly and professional manner– we corresponded and ended up talking on the phone. Dave knew exactly what to do in the case of a lost metal valuable! He explained that there are certain initial questions that we must ask– steps to take that I would never think of– but I learned were key in retrieving my sentimental and pricy Cartier watch! These included questions about the weather, the proximity to the water, etc. He even looked up the time of the tide for me that evening online while over the phone. Extremely competent sounding and I immediately felt relieved. I knew I was talking to the right team of people since the start of the phone chat. Dave told me that he and Eryn had a job in Marin on Sunday morning, and said that they could meet me at Baker Beach in the afternoon.

    Dave and Eryn showed up when they said they would– despite the less-than-great conditions (it was raining and pretty cold that day). Dave had told me on the phone to retrace my steps to where I lost it– and I did just that, (with my friend Madeleine, who I was with the night on the beach). Dave and Eryn each had metal detector– which I soon saw were more complicated than I thought! The two of them greeted me smiling, very warm and kind while being extremely professional and work-ready.

    Dave and Eryn set up boundaries– making a frame based on the spot that I had decided I had left my items that night. They talked calmly to one another– as I sat on and watched with Madeleine. Dave and Eryn had a system so that every area would be covered. Soon beeps started going off– though the first few times they went off they were just scrap metal or bottle caps. Each time the sound went off, they had the skills and tools to gently dig and sift through the sand to find the metal. The beep went off– and at the time I was watching Dave work. But I heard my friend let out a scream of joy and I turned to see Eryn holding the watch! Joy does not begin to describe how I felt! I immediately jumped up and gave Eryn a huge hug! I believe I may have jumped up and down once or twice. Definitely lots of squealing and “Oh my gosh’s!” I could not believe that on the entire beach Eryn narrowed in on the small space where the watch had settled! Amazing. And– the whole time from when we met them to when the watch was found was no longer than twenty minutes!!

    The watch meant so much to me, as I got it for my “Sweet Sixteen!” And it was an expensive piece, a gift I could never afford to buy myself again.

    Dave and Eryn did not only make me happy that day about my watch– but I think of them– as since that day they have been a real inspiration to me. Their attitudes and actions have inspired me to be kinder to others and generally more positive about certain situations. They showed up on that rainy day with such genuine caring hearts and terrific attitudes. And both were so humble after finding the watch, too. And it was their second huge find of the day! Eryn had also found a platinum ring they were looking for in Marin! Wow. She made a lot of people happy that day. What a lovely father and daughter. I wish them both the very very best

  • I'd like to express my gratitude to Chris and The Ring Finders Directory...
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    During the last week's snow storm, I lost both of my engagement and wedding rings while shoveling snow. After searching for a couple of days without any success, I started researching online and found The Ring Finders Directory.

    Unfortunately, there is no ring finders listed from Massachusetts where I live. I contact The Ring Finders, and within minutes I got a response from Chris of The Ring Finders.

    Very quickly Chris located a couple of experts in treasure hunting in Massachusetts. They drove from Cape Cod to where I live near Boston. They found my rings in less that 1 hour!!!

    I'd like to express my gratitude to Chris and The Ring Finders Directory. Chris, thank you for your time, advice and support during the search. Without your help, the rings would still be buried in the snow.

    Best regards,

    JianJian

  • I searched the Web and came across Tony Shere via The Ring Finders
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    January 15, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    I was out spreading fertilzer on the back lawn when I discovered I had lost my Wedding Ring. I raked the lawn and searched the garden for 3 weeks but without success. I was thinking of hiring a metal detector but felt I should have someone with experience in this area. I searched the Web and came across Tony Shere via The Ring Finders. I had all but given up hope of finding my Wedding Ring when Tony arrived with his equipment. I gave him the the direction of the general area and after about 10 minutes he had located it. I was so relieved to have my Wedding Ring back. It pays to get an expert, thanks Tony.

  • Hi Justin, Thanks a billion times again for finding my wedding ring today!
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    Hi Justin,

    Thanks a billion times again for finding my wedding ring today! I still cant believe that it is back on my finger after spending a night in the Callaghan powder. The ring is priceless to me and my wife, and fortunately I’m out of the doghouse! I would also like to thank you for such a quick response to my problem as you were on site within an hour. Not sure what I would have done otherwise.

    Keep up the awesome and priceless service you provide!

    Cheers,

    Jonas Velaniskis

  • I recommend Stephane to anyone who needs help finding a ring!
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    As I raked the leaves on our front lawn in October, my engagement ring and wedding band slipped off. I noticed and put them back on. I thought, I should be wearing gloves while I do this but hey, I just noticed so it should be okay. As I fed my son supper, I noticed that my engagement ring wasn't on my finger. After over 6 years on my hand, it was gone - I had to find it. After putting our son to bed, my husband and I did our best to light up the garage as we sifted through the leaves that had been collected and went over the lawn. After an hour plus of searching with no results, we started to consider our options. We knew that the longer we waited, the less chance of finding it. My husband found Stephane's information and I spoke with him from work the next day. Stephane was so responsive - coming to meet me at home at the end of my work day. He started searching immediately. Stephane found my engagement ring in one of the bags of leaves. I felt such relief when it was found! A huge thank you to Stephane! I recommend Stephane to anyone who needs help finding a ring!

    Cheers,

    Valerie

  • Thank you so much for finding my husbands wedding ring... (2011)

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    James,

    Thank you so much for finding my husbands wedding ring! You were so nice and I couldn't have asked for better service! We're so relieved it was found!

    Andrea & Rob

  • That ring means everything to Tyler and he was devastated when he lost it...
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    Hello Chris,

    I just wanted to thank you for finding my son's ring on November 4th in Chilliwack. Tyler's Dad, Jim died when Tyler was only 12. That ring means everything to Tyler and he was devastated when he lost it. I am so very very glad you found it. It certainly was a memorable moment for Tyler as anyone can see on the video!

    Please keep doing what you are doing and restoring dreams and memories for others.!

    Joanne

  • When Stephane arrived, we instantly felt confident that the ring would reappear...
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    We had found this ring on a recent trip to California . It was a perfect little souvenir from a local artisan from that great part of the world. When it went missing we felt a little empty, wondering if we'd ever find something similar - that's when we called Stephane. He was very professional and accommodating for our schedule. When Stephane arrived, we instantly felt confident that the ring would reappear due to his can-do attitude, modern equipment and self-confidence.

    And sure enough a few minutes into the search - it was found, with Stephane holding up a muddy ring and quietly announcing, "Here it is." We felt relief and lots of joy in being re-united with this piece of art found in a small shop in San Francisco.

    Thanks Stephane!

  • I am so grateful to Chris Turner and I have been able to enjoy my ring everyday...
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    I was the person who lost my silver native ring at the beach while throwing a stick for my dog. I was devastated, as the ring was very sentimental to me. I looked for hours and couldn’t find it. I thought it was lost forever. Well, Chris Turner came out and an hour later, he found the ring buried in the sand. I was so elated to have my ring back (as you can see from the video). I just couldn’t believe he was able to find it. I am so grateful to Chris Turner and I have been able to enjoy my ring everyday since he returned it to me. Thank you so much Ring Finders!

  • I thought that we would never find the ring and that it was lost forever...
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    I thought that we would never find the ring and that it was lost forever...

    It was my husband Dylan's first triathlon and the whole family was out to wish him well... everyone was excited and there was lots of energy in the air. However, moments before the race was to begin, we realized that my husband's wedding ring was lost on the beach. Dylan had tied the ring to the camera strap and it was no longer there. In hind sight, he kicked himself for not putting his ring in a safer place. We all began to comb the sand as best we could before it was time for him to start the ocean swim portion of the race. I told my husband not to worry about it and in my mind, I thought that we would never find the ring and that it was lost forever, but my husband didn’t give up so easily. A day later, I could tell that the lost ring was weighing heavy on his mind. Dylan mentioned to me that he spoke with Jim Borgen, a successful ring finder and that he planned to meet up at Dock Weiler beach to see if they could find the ring together. They looked for several hours, but no luck. Dylan told me that Jim planned to go out the next day to look again… Dylan and I was skeptical that the ring would be found… it was days since the ring was lost on the busy beach with beach sweepers and people trampling on the sand would just bury the ring further or perhaps someone else found it and took it...

    Well, sure enough, Jim found Dylan’s ring! I couldn’t believe it, but I was thrilled! Dylan was completely overjoyed and the whole family celebrated with giggles and high fives. Even though the ring may not have been super expensive, it was very special to my husband… it was irreplaceable to him and that makes me feel even luckier for being married to such an incredible husband and father. I can’t thank Jim enough for his incredible ring finding talent. Personally, I think that Jim has a sixth sense! He seems to do the impossible… when everyone else would give up, Jim hangs in there and gets the job done! How can we thank Jim for finding something so precious to my husband and to our family? He is truly a special guy. Jim has a wonderful spirit and energy and we know that he does this job because he only wants to help people. If you ever find yourself in a similar position, please don’t give up like I would have done… contact Jim Borgen immediately!

  • Only two months left until my wedding day, I unfortunately dropped my engagement ring in the Atlantic Ocean...
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    Only two months left until my wedding day, I unfortunately dropped my engagement ring in the Atlantic Ocean. As I saw it slip out of my hand, I thought it was gone forever. After a brief search on the internet, my fiancé found Mike McInroe, a wonderful kind hearted man. I felt that Mike was the last hope that I could hold on to in finding my engagement ring. Mike came to Jacksonville the very next day to search for my missing ring!

    After a long search that day and as the tide came back in that later afternoon for the last time in daylight I felt like the search was over, I had finally lost hope. I parted with my ring at that very moment as I thought Mike had finished his search. To my surprise, Mike came to me and said that he was going to continue his search that evening until the tide went back out again. Mike was my knight in shining armor! At that very instant I felt so overwhelmed with joy that this man brought back hope to me in the most unselfish way possible.

    My fiancénd I left the beach that evening around 10:30pm praying that Mike would find our ring. I felt so much at peace driving back home after speaking to Mike and having him reassure me that he was going to do everything he possibly could to find my ring. I did understand that my ring was a materialistic item, yet it had so much meaning behind it and was so special to me. Sure enough at 2:25am, I received a call that Mike had found my ring!! It was the most special indescribable moment I have ever felt. I personally want to say thank you to Mike for showing me that the Lord does work in such mysterious ways, bringing my fiancénd I closer together during such a loss and reuniting me with my engagement ring. Mike was such a great person to work with and he truly did such a great job! Thanks Mike! :)

    Andrea

  • On Friday afternoon I spent the afternoon laying on the grass...
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    On Friday afternoon I spent the afternoon laying on the grass at Sunset Beach near English Bay in Vancouver. I had looped my watch band through my ring and attached it to my belt loop. When I got ready to leave I removed the watch from my belt loop and put it on, forgetting about the attached ring. It must have dropped to the ground somewhere nearby. About a half hour after I returned home I realized that a ring that I have worn for over 35 years was missing!!! I immediately returned to the site where I'd been and searched extensively with no luck. I went home again and tore my home apart, but was certain it was still down at the beach. So I returned for a second round of searching, to no avail. I returned home saddened and discouraged, having felt like I'd lost a something important and of great sentimental value. As a last ditch effort I posted a "Lost" notice on a local community website that same evening.

    The very next morning I received two e-mails from Chris Turner - one offering his services (actually sent the same night I posted the lost notice) and a second e-mail telling me he'd found the ring!!!!!!!!!!! He had gone to the location I'd described in my lost ad, and found the ring in the first 10 minutes of searching! I cannot tell you how elated I was to read that Chris had found my treasured ring (and to see the picture of it that he e-mailed to me). We made phone contact and I arranged to meet him to pick up the ring. So in less than 24 hours I'd gone from very upset to being on cloud nine, and having had my faith restored that there are still great people in the world like Chris. Thanks again for your great service!!!

    Best Regards, Carl.

  • When I lost my Aunts wedding ring whilst moving out of my houseboat I feared I had lost it forever...
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    When I lost my Aunts wedding ring whilst moving out of my houseboat I feared I had lost it forever, but that was before I contacted Everton from The Ring Finders!

    A calm, friendly and incredibly positive voice answered the phone and Everton reassured me that not only was he up for the challenge but he would find my ring. Within 20 minutes of him arriving, my ring had been found.

    I still can't quite believe it. I can guarantee that without his help I would never have found it.

    Tell your friends to tell their friends and spread the word - A truly amazing service.

    THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

  • Thank you Chris for finding my wedding band!
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    Thank you Chris for finding my wedding band! I appreciate your quick response and reply to both my email and text. I was so thankful when I received the call from you at 5:30 in the morning to say that you would meet me at the park where I was looking for my ring and help me find it. This was completely unexpected and truly appreciated. When I lost my ring the night before during a late evening work out I was very upset as I truly did not think I would ever see it again and on the walk home had already resigned myself to the fact that I was going to have to break this bad news to my wife and get a replacement wedding band. Thankfully my wife was asleep and I did a quick Google search and I found your website and service. Right away I sent an email and a text asking for your help in finding my lost ring. I knew I had to get back to the park in the early hours of the morning before the park got busy with people and my ring being either ground farther into the dirt and grass or someone else finding it. I told you in my email that I was going back at 5am in the morning to start my search and the next morning as I was leaving my house you called and said you would be right over - wow what great service! We started to look in the areas that I had done my work out the night before and you provided your guidance and expertise as to how we should go about searching for the ring. We pin pointed certain areas to begin the search and then expanded from there. As I had said to you I had done a few laps around the park during my work out so we headed out on the running track with your gear. Well as we continued farther and farther down the path I did not think that we would have any luck in finding my lost ring - then all of sudden you reached down and picked up my ring! The complete excitement and relief I felt at that moment was fantastic.

    In all the total search time we spent was no more than 30 minutes! Had I done this myself would have taken hours and more than likely would have not found my ring.

    Thank you for coming out and finding my wedding band as I did not want to have to break the news to my wife that I lost it, then have to replace it, and then go through all the challenges when dealing with the insurance company. Your services are worth their weight in gold and I know the reward money that I paid to you was money well spent!

    Thanks again!

    Patrick

  • Thank you so much for the miracle you have given me... (2011)

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    Thank you so much for the miracle you have given me and my new wife. I couldn't believe it when only three days after our wedding my ring slipped off my finger while I was playing in the surf of Mothers Beach. After looking for it for 45 minutes, I was desperate. I was ready to rent a scuba tank and scan every inch. I had already started to give up hope when I found The Ring Finders. Even then I didn't think it would work. After talking to you on the phone, hope slowly started to return.

    I couldn't believe it when you held the ring up after looking only a few minutes! My heart was filled with joy. You made the impossible, possible.

    You will forever have the my thanks and the thanks of my lovely new bride, Jen.

    Indebtedly yours,
    Kevin

  • Hi Chris, Well, you won't believe it (or actually, probably you of all people will!)...
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    Hi Chris,

    Well, you won't believe it (or actually, probably you of all people will!) but we found my husbands wedding ring off the dock on Galiano Island!!! The man with the underwater metal detector bought a brand new one and was itching to give it a try so he called us on the weekend to ask where we'd lost it and said he was doing a dive in the area anyway and thought he'd take a look. And he actually found it!!!! We paid him a finders fee but were just so thrilled to have it back, we could hardly believe our ears when he called with the good news.

    I wanted to thank you for all your advice and mostly for your words of encouragement. It was nice to know that someone out there (and you were one of the only ones) believed that it could actually be found and wasn't a lost cause!

    I am a freelance writer and have a bi-weekly column entitled Live and Learn in the Driftwood's weekend edition (the local newspaper for the Gulf Islands) so I will be writing my next column on the story of the found ring. I would like to include your name and contact information, if that's alright with you, in case anyone ever loses a ring in Vancouver. It's the least I can do for all the help you gave us.

    Let me know if that would be alright and I will definitely send you a copy of the column when it's done...it's usually up on the Driftwood's website so I'll send you the link for it.

    Cheers,

    Meghan Howcroft

  • I realized my silver wedding band was not on my finger...
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    The day of my son's 5th birthday was sunny and perfect. Late in the afternoon, after lots of swimming, games, clowns, cake, and cleaning up, I realized my silver wedding band was not on my finger. I didn't panic because I just thought "how hard could it be to find it in my backyard?" We scoured the grass, the gardens, the pool but we couldn't find the ring. We looked daily for a week knowing that it HAD to be in the backyard somewhere. Looking to purchase a metal detector, I went online and found The Ring Finders website instead. I quickly contacted Dave Pommers from London, Ontario, who was willing to drive almost 3 hours to help us with the search. Well, all our friends had a good laugh when we told them that a "Ring Finder" was coming to our house to find my wedding band.

    Dave showed up and did a thorough search of the backyard.no ring! Not being one to give up so easily, Dave searched our neighbor's yard and found the ring within minutes. There are just no words to explain how happy I felt to see Dave triumphantly holding my ring in his hand! I still have NO idea how the ring ended up in my neighbor's yard (curious squirrel, vigorous dive, evil clown?) but I am so thankful to Dave for his persistence and thorough search methods!

    And thank you Ring Finders for providing connections to such an awesome service.

    Kate.

  • Words can not describe the feelings of putting my ring back on...
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    It was March 11th of 2010 that my engagement ring would fall off into our jungle of a yard. We looked for a couple of days then realized that the search was going to require the help of a metal detector. We purchased one on line and received it a couple of days later. With the plastic gloves on and detector dialed in, how could we not find it.. For a month straight we would search. By month 2 less time was spent searching for it. I could not believe we had not found it yet.. I started to think that maybe it had not fallen off with the shake of the rug and perhaps somewhere else. We pulled out the fridge, unscrewed the pipes and cleaned out the pantry. Still nothing. Many days I'd leave, and as I would return, I'd look over the deck and just feel that it was there.. Whhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhereeeeeeeeeeeeeeerrrrrrre are you my pretty ring ???

    And then one day, from a friend of a friend, I received an email with some great information.

    It stated that they knew of someone who looked for rings as a hobby and just recently became part of The Ring Finders.

    AND that he was going to be in town not even a week later.. I felt that this was it. My ring will be found.

    On the early afternoon of June 3rd, and hour after Mr. Jim Borgen started looking with his equipment.. My ring WAS FOUND ~!

    Words can not describe the feelings of putting that ring back on my finger.

    Thank You Jim ~!

    XoXo,

    The Kessel's

  • Thank you very very much...
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    You are the best warm hearted person that I have ever known. I am really very moved. Next time if I go to Vancouver, I will bring Chinese presents for you.

    Yuzhi

  • Those last three rings were there for 14 months...
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    Chris Turners ability, compassion, passion and joy for helping people find lost jewellery is amazing. Chris, Tia and I cannot thank you enough. May God bless you and Bev abundantly. You have become part of our lives and helped create a wonderful, never to be forgotten time.

    To anyone reading this, never give up hope. Those last three rings were there for 14 months. If they are there, Chris can find them.

    With love and enormous thanks from Tia and Wayne.

  • I just wanted to thank you again for finding Kate's ring...
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    I am still in shock and so is she that she has it back and all thanks to you.

    We both think that you are an amazing person and what you do for others is very touching, you have a huge heart and wish there were more people like you.

    I can't wait to see the video and show everyone :)

    My friend that I told you about that lost her bracelet maybe calling you.

    I told her about you and she had asked for your number, her name is Monica.

    Thank you so very much!

    Susan & Kate

  • Well, I was at my kick-boxing class tonight, and forgot to remove my rings before I left home...
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    I just wanted to share with you a service that may get you outta trouble... it totally helped me out tonight!

    Well, I was at my kick-boxing class tonight, and forgot to remove my rings before I left home. When I got to class, I put the rings into my friend's zippered pocket for safe keeping. Of course, they didn't stay in her pocket....After class, when we were walking out, she reached into her pocket to give me my rings back, and "ping" I hear a faint noise.....my wedding band fell out and rolled off...onto the concrete, into the grass, covered with leaves, in the dark.

    The entire kick-boxing class helped me look for it in the dark for about 20 min, until someone said, "you should rent a metal-detector." That's when I googled metal detector rentals, Vancouver on my phone. I clicked on the first link that came up and found Chris from www.metaldetectorrental.ca. At 8:30 in the evening, in the middle of a Canucks game, he drove from Metrotown to Granville Island to help me find my ring. With a metal-detector and flashlight in hand, he searched for about 1 hour, and found my ring!!!!! Jerome and I had basically given up 20 min. into his search, but he didn't.

    I just wanted to share this story with all of you just in case you need his services in the future. In terms of his fee, Chris only accepts Rewards/Donations from the owners if he finds their jewelry, and also donates 15% to Children's Hospital. Thanks again Chris. I've been telling all my friends.

    Cheers!

    Robin

  • I lost my wedding band over a month ago...
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    I lost my wedding band over a month ago now and I was quite disappointed to say the least. I've never taken my ring off except for a few hours to do odd chores around the house for the last 10 years. After losing the ring, it felt like I lost a part of me. So I started scouring "lost and found" ads in the paper and craigslist hoping to find my ring. And this is how I found Chris Turner, on Craigslist, offering his service to find lost jewelry for people. So I contacted Chris, told him where, when and how I lost it. He said he'll try to look for it but there won't be any guarantee. I resigned to the fact that he won't find it since it's been lost in the lake for at least 3 weeks after calling him. But lo and behold, one beautiful Saturday morning he gives me a call to let me know he found it!!!! They say miracles don't happen but it did, Chris happened. I want to take this opportunity to say thanks to you again buddy. Big Thanks!!!

    Regards,

    Jason

  • I would just like to thank you for finding my ring...
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    I would just like to thank you for finding my ring. Me and my wife were sooooooo happy and without you I wouldn't have this smile on my face right now!! After 30 mins looking I was really starting to think were never gonna find it............ but you did and I cant thank you enough. Such a great guy and I have the utmost respect for you.

    Enjoy the rest of your treasure hunts and if you ever need a sidekick.......... Just give me a shout. ha-ha

    Graham

  • It was a pleasure to meet you and your wife. I had the opportunity...
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    It was a pleasure to meet you and your wife. I had the opportunity to view the you tube on your Book of Smiles website page. Got a chuckle and a good feeling from the success story of finding my wedding band in the big old ocean. Your professionalism and passion are the keys to your success and the joy of reuniting valuable and sentimental objects with their owners. Thank you for being there when I needed you!

    Best regards

    Craig

  • Again... I would like to tell you how thankful I am for your help. Words can not express my gratitude for finding my ring.
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    I have just finished posting on craigslist and about to send you the testimonial.

    Again... I would like to tell you how thankful I am for your help. Words can not express my gratitude for finding my ring.

    I hope you know that what you're doing is honestly amazing. I wish there were more people like you in the world.

    Good luck on your future searches, and may all the best be with you!

    -Cassandra

    After losing a very sentimental diamond ring my boyfriend gave me, in the snow on new years, I almost gave up hope on ever finding it.

    My boyfriend and I were on our hands and knees in the snow for about 3 hours attempting to find it.

    Finally I decided to post an ad on criagslist, and only one person replied: Chris Turner. He told me about the company he has that helps people find lost jewellery in the snow, water, beaches, etc, and told me he would be interested in helping me out.

    I gave him a call the next morning, and an hour after I talked to him, he drove right out to where I lost the ring and immediately started looking for it. After searching through the snow banks for about an hour, we had no luck.

    It didn't help the situation that snow plows had been through the area quite recently. I did not expect him to come back a few days later to keep searching, or a few days after that. He e-mailed me every time he went back, and kept telling me to have hope.

    I was just about to accept that I'd never find it, when one day he came right to my work and to my great surprise, he was holding my ring! It was in the snow for 21 days, just off the road in a pretty busy area, and he found it. It was amazing. He looked just as happy as I did when he saw my face light up.

    My boyfriend and I are so grateful that Chris took the time, effort and patience to find something so precious to us. The object that is a symbol of our love with so many great memories and meaning behind it, is now safely on my finger.

    It's great to see someone with such a huge heart doing this for people, and getting great satisfaction from it.

    So for anyone that has lost jewellery, I would highly recommend giving Chris a call. If you point him in the right direction, he will surely try his hardest to find what your looking for. You can find his services at http://lostjewellery.com/

    I would really like to thank you from the bottom of my heart.

    -Cassandra

  • Somewhere in 20cm snow, over a 50 meter area, I knew my ring lay...
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    Thank you so much, Anglea was so happy I wish you had caught her reaction on tape :)

    Here is a testimonial for your website, and as I still feel indebted to you I'm going to make sure everyone I know hears the story and knows about your website. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you or your business in the future, I would be only happy to help.

    All the best, you're a good man.

    Cheers,

    -Scot

    The cold weather had brought new snow and without gloves or mittens the loss was almost inevitable. I felt lucky; the neighborhood had rallied around to help me with the search but after a few hours in the blowing snow, with brooms and a child's metal detector, we had to give up. There was just too much snow and this search seemed impossible.

    The snow was likely to stay for weeks and soon snow plows and 'shovelers' would surely make the task more difficult. Without a solution, I thought for a whim I would surf the internet to find out what other people do in similar circumstances.

    One of the first links brought me to the story of a lost ring on the side of a mountain, found by an altruistic gentleman within 5 minutes. A nice ending, but surely this wasn't in the cards for me.

    How likely would it be that a random search would turn up this miracle worker in the same city that I lived in? The man was Chris Turner and as I would later find, very likely.

    It was a quick phone call, the rate would be whatever I could afford and although taken back a bit by this, it was clear he was on his way and that his priority was finding my ring, regardless of the financial outcome.

    We spent a few hours in the cold and snow and at the end of the first day, had done a cursory search of the entire area and more detailed search of over half of it. The second day had brought more of the same; more cold, more snow and combing the second half of the area I knew my ring must have been lost.

    I had resigned myself to call it a loss, Christmas was a few days away, the roads were treacherous and I knew Chris must have priorities other than my ring. We ended the second day empty handed, the snow wasn't stopping and the snow plows had already shifted everything from where it lay the day before.

    Christmas came and went and on Boxing Day I receive a phone call from Chris! He would like to come out and do a follow up call, the snow had been melting and he felt we had a chance to focus on areas that we might have missed such as the nearby foliage.

    I was beside myself; this guy was truly remarkable, he really wanted to help me find the ring and wasn't going to give up until it was found.

    Twenty minutes into the search Chris bends down with an exclamation I hadn't heard yet, he seemed confident something was there and after probing the snow a bit with his bare hands, Chris pulled out my ring from the garden adjacent to the path I had traveled a week earlier!

    If you have found yourself in a similar circumstance, if you believe you might know where something valuable you lost is, then rest assured that these words "If it's there, I'll find it" are spoken with sincerity and conviction from a man I personally know to make them come true.

  • It was the worst Christmas morning when I woke up and realized my engagement ring was gone...
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    I can't tell you how much I appreciate you finding my ring! IT MEANS THE WORLD TO ME! :)

    I can officially get married in my originally wedding band....thank you so much! You are an angel sent from heaven! You and Beverly!

    You are one of the few great people in this world! I will be writing you a wonderful testimonial and also when I get married you will be getting a picture in June 2009!!!!!!!!! :)

    What is your home address so I can make sure you get a picture? Also could i ask to have some of the pictures that you took? We are going to be having a slid show and that would be some story to tell!

    Thank you so much Chris and Beverly! You guys are great people! I can't even tell you how much I appreciate everything you did for me! :) Thank you! And hopefully 2009 will be a better year for our family and a happy new year to you! THANKS!

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    It was the worst Christmas morning when I woke up and realized my engagement ring was gone!

    On Christmas Eve we had a family dinner and of course it had been snowing.

    I decided to go outside with my twin nephews and sled and throw snowballs (without gloves on). I knew for a fact when I lost my ring that it had to of happened throwing snowballs.

    On Christmas Day my whole family (including my Father which just had extensive surgery) was outside with a metal detector in about 6 inches of snowing trying to find my ring....no luck.

    We searched and searched up until dark. I am getting married in June 2009 so I absolutely needed to find my wedding ring! I was sick! It was the worst feeling ever, especially when I had to call my fianc

  • I decided to go out with my sister to help shovel the snow...
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    On December 27th, I went over to my parents place to pay my mom a visit while my dad is out of town. My mom was telling me how difficult it was to try to pull in to the drive way and that it took them an hour to get in.

    I decided to go out with my sister to help shovel the snow. I put my gloves on and started shovelling but my gloves just got too wet and kept slipping off so I decided to take them off and put them in my pocket.

    I noticed my rings were still on during this time but yet the thought had crossed my mind that I should take the rings off because they were loose, but I didn't. After shovelling for another 20 - 30mins I looked down at my hands and realized that my rings had fallen off.

    I was in a state of panic, my heart just sank in my chest, I didn't know where to begin. I started digging into the snow with my bare hands trying desperately to find them; I had lost both my Wedding Band and my Engagement Ring!

    These rings meant the world to me, my husband had custom designed my engagement ring so it was definitely one of a kind. It started to get dark and really cold and my mom was starting to get upset with me telling me that its not the end of the world, but for me it was.

    There is so much sentimental value attached to those rings that it would be hard to part ways. My mom and I got into a little argument, she kept telling me to give up and I refused to stop looking.

    After a while it was impossible for me to look in the dark, I tried using the car headlights to guide me threw the pile of snow but after a while I had to give up.

    Soon after I came inside the house, my sister had decided to go on the internet and type in, "I lost my rings in the snow" and suddenly there was this testimonial about some guy loosing his ring up in Cypress and my sister knew if Chris Turner can find this guys ring up in Cypress then he definitely could find my rings.

    I got home later that night and I had finally built up enough courage to break the news to my husband. He didn't believe me at first, he knew that I guarded those rings and that I would have called him the second something happened to them.

    He ran up to our room to check my night stands and shortly came back down and questioned if this was a joke. He saw the look on my face and the tears shortly after and he told me that he will help to find them in the morning.

    Before heading to bed I decided to call Chris Turner but sadly I had received his voicemail, so I left him a message. Chris had contacted me when he came back in from finding someone else's rings in Seattle.

    I didn't get the chance to check my messages so I didn't know that Chris had called me back.

    The next morning, I got up and got ready to head out on the quest to find my rings, my husband was with me, shortly after trying to search for the rings realized it was nearly impossible to go through all of that snow one by one and that it was like finding a needle in a hay stack, so he told me to call Chris again and see if he could come out

    It was comforting to talk to someone like Chris knowing that he wouldn't give up until he found my rings. He came within the hour and started the search. Within 10mins Chris found my engagement ring and my heart just starting beating so fast, I was so excited that I didn't even bother thinking about my wedding band.

    Chris never gave up, the search was on for him to find my wedding band, it took Chris an hour to find both my rings in the snow.

    I was so amazed, this search would have taken me days not to mention the chance that I probably would never see my rings again. After the search, Chris was so concerned for my mom about the snow being thrown onto the driveway that he started to shovel the snow back onto the yard that was so thoughtful of him.

    Chris and his wife were amazing, they made my day, the comforting part was that they were both so genuine and sincere. Chris told me that it was up to us as to how much we could give as a reward considering that Christmas had just passed.

    It was especially comforting to us knowing that Chris donates 15% of all his rewards to Children's Hospital. This really shows his personality and his sincerity towards others.

    Thank you for all that you have done for me Chris, we wish you all the best and trust me when I say that I will recommend you with flying colors to anyone that loses their precious jewellery.

    Avreen Bassi

  • I was beside myself with shock and embarrassment when I lost my white gold wedding band in the snow at Cypress...
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    On a cold December night my car was stuck in the snow by the roadside and I tried to dig the tire out with my bare hands. I realized after a few minutes I had lost my ring. I had a pit in my stomach. I searched without success for two hours that night with a flashlight.

    I called my wife to report the bad news. It was very difficult because the ring is a symbol of our love and there are personal memories associated with it. I returned to search in daylight with a metal detector I rented.

    To my shock, a snow plow had been over the area I lost the ring the night before and had shifted the snow. Finding the ring would be very tough. I searched again for 3 hours but found nothing.

    I posted an ad on Craigslist and got an email from Chris Turner from Finders at lostjewellery.com offering to help. I gave him a call and he assured me that if I could show him the rough area I lost it, he would find my ring.

    We drove up together to Cypress Mountain and he told me stories of reuniting people with lost treasure. It occurred to me that he has a big heart and is motivated to help people.

    I showed Chris the area and I kept warm in the truck while he got out his metal detector and starting searching. It could not have been more than five minutes before he got a signal and started digging in the snow.

    He held my wedding ring up in the air and looked at me with a smile. Amazing! The ring was 7 or 8 inches deep and had been moved by the snow plow about 10 feet from where I thought I lost it.

    I feel so lucky, but I realize my luck was in finding Chris Turner. Chris is the real deal in treasure hunting.

    If anyone can give Chris the rough area of a lost ring and it is still there, he can find it with his high end metal detector.

    I proudly gave Chris a reward and he is donating a portion to charity. Chris is a very gracious and generous person and I realized that Chris is treasure hunting not only for the thrill of the find, but for the enjoyment and the satisfaction of helping others.

    All the best,

    John Pyper

    Vancouver, BC

  • It had been about 6 weeks...
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    ...since my wedding ring fell between the boards, into the water, about three-quarters of the way down White Rock Pier. We had tried to look for the ring ourselves the same day I lost it and in subsequent days when we thought the tide would be low enough, to no avail.

    We heard Chris being interviewed on CBC Radio and checked out his website and called him. Chris was so enthusiastic to take on the challenge that he came out to White Rock the next afternoon. It was a very chilly and windy March day.

    We were skeptical that he would be able to find my ring, not knowing how currents/tides affect the movement of such things. Chris was skeptical too due to the passing of so much time, but his excitement couldn't help but give us some hope.

    It just happened that we were leaving for a trip that afternoon and couldn't meet him down at the Pier. It was only a few days later when I checked our messages that we found out that he had some good news for us.

    I couldn't believe it! He found my ring in about 15 minutes. It was buried about 3 inches below the sandy surface, directly under where I had been standing on the pier!

    Getting my ring back meant a lot to me... the bonus was meeting a wonderful guy who uses his talent and passion to help people out by finding their lost jewellery. The fact that he works on a reward basis is extraordinary.

    The fact that he gives 50% to Children's Hospital is even more special. I had no hesitation in paying Chris what would have been the equivalent of my insurance deductible, had I made a claim.

    The whole experience gave me a larger sense of hope in these crazy times. There should be more people like Chris Turner in this world.

    And he's not too bad to look at either. ;)

    Thanks so much Chris!

    Samantha Hayes

  • When I lost my wedding and engagement rings at Kits beach I was certain they were gone forever...
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    I had taken them off to put cream on my son's legs and quickly chased after him forgetting that my rings were on my lap.

    Within 15 minutes of having lost the rings (which are attached) I realized my mistake and my friend, who had been with me at the beach, and I looked everywhere on the sand to see if we could find them, all to no avail.

    Later that week I called the police (lost property department) and the insurance company to report the lost rings certain that there was no chance that I would ever see them again. Needless to say, I was rather heart broken, since no other two rings could replace my own.

    My friend offered to put notices at Kits beach in case someone had found them, and went to speak to the Life Guards to see if anyone had turned them in but was told no one had done so. One of the Life Guards gave my friend the name, telephone and website of Chris Turner's ...Finders... out of a sense of needing to try every avenue available in the slight chance that the rings could be found, I called Chris.

    When I first spoke to Chris he expressed true-felt regret for my loss, but he was also professional and friendly in our telephone communications. Everything Chris told me about the basis of his contract was perfect: he works on a reward basis (if he didn't find the rings I wouldn't have to pay him anything), I determine how much the reward should be, and one-half of my reward goes to the Children's Hospital foundation.

    Chris checked the tides and concluded the best date and time to go back to the beach in search of my rings. On the day we met, again, Chris was friendly and a pleasure to talk to. As Chris was searching for my rings, I was chasing after my sons, at one point I looked at Chris, saw him stop, bend down, dig into the sand, walk to the water, and raise his hand holding my rings.

    I was simply beside myself with joy. I ran to hug and kiss Chris with as much joy as I did my friends and family on my wedding day! I simply could not believe that he had found my rings. Later Chris told me that the rings were buried about 4 to 6 inches below the surface of the sand.

    The rings had somehow become more and more buried as the days had passed: it had been six to seven days from the day that I lost them until the day that Chris finally found my rings. Chris explained that, contrary to my original belief that the rings would have likely been washed away by the tides, they became more and more buried into the sand as is bound to happen with gold jewellery.

    Not only was Chris true to his word about my setting my own amount for his reward, he even sent me proof of having donated one-half of it to the Children's Hospital. I cannot thank Chris enough for the magnificent job he did at finding my wedding and engagement rings and I hope that others who have lost sentimentally valuable treasures will find Chris to help them recover them.

    Sincerely,

    Iris Turaglio,

    Vancouver, BC

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    When my husband lost his ring in the sand at Locarno Beach on Monday, we were devastated. We searched for about an hour, gently sifting the sand. Nothing was found. With heavy hearts, we left the beach. There was nothing we could do.

    That night I resolved to go back and look for it. In the morning, I packed up my two daughters, threw together a packed lunch, called around for a metal detector and went on my way.

    I searched for two and half hours. Nothing... With half the beach in my kid's clothes, boots and mouths, we left the beach with our heads hanging low.

    I decided to post an ad the next morning on Craigslist to see if anything turned up. If not, maybe someone would see my ad and go out to find the ring for themselves. I never ended up posting that ad. I instead found www.lostjewellery.com.

    Mr. Turner is the man that runs the business. I reviewed his website and was impressed with the testimonials so I decided to send him an e-mail. He called me back soon after and we discussed where the ring had been lost.

    He called me again when he reached the beach to figure out where the ring was....after 20 minutes Mr. Turner called me back. He had found the ring within 1 minute of setting up his equipment. I was so happy!!! Amazed really.

    Then he actually drove to my house in Port Moody (1 hour away from the beach) to bring me my husband's ring!

    I would recommend Mr. Turner to anyone searching for a lost treasure! He has a heart of gold and you can tell by his voice on the phone that he loves what he does!

    Thanks Chris, I wish you all the best in the future!

    Leanne Philbrook

  • I would definitely recommend Chris to anyone who has lost jewellery.
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    I play volleyball at Spanish Banks on Wednesday evenings. A week ago my wife and son decided to meet me at the beach to watch the volleyball games. My wife left the beach before me, and when she got home she realized she had lost her diamond engagement ring.

    We decided that the most likely place she would have lost it was in front of a log on the beach where she had applied sunscreen to my son. I thoroughly searched the sand in this area, but no ring. I thought the ring was probably lost for good. I went to the lifeguard station to report the lost ring and luckily they gave me a Finders pamphlet and said that Chris was the guy to call.

    I called Chris and he agreed to drive for an hour to the beach to try to find the ring, even though he had to be at work at 4:30 am. When he arrived it was after dark and I was still searching with a flashlight. After fifteen minutes of searching with his metal detector, to my amazement he found the ring.

    When I came home with the ring, my wife was astonished and relieved that her ring was back.

    Thanks Chris, you saved the day and earned me many a brownie point.

    I would definitely recommend Chris to anyone who has lost jewellery.

    Like his pamphlet says "It can be found".

    Sincerely,

    Greg Adamson

  • Good Day Christopher. A very special thanks to you in recovering my Gold Celtic Ring...
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    Having spent countless hours trying to locate the Ring in a Strawberry Patch and Ivy Field, and without success, my spirit was beginning to wane if I would ever find my Ring.

    When I met you and discussed your previous successes and finds, I felt there will now be a chance to locate the Ring. Your passion was overwhelming. Even more spectacular was that you found the Ring within 10 - 15 Seconds of beginning your Search Grid.

    I know at the end of the day a ring is just a piece of metal, but one's personal memories and symbolism attributed to pieces of jewellery is 'age old'. They represent far more than fashion.

    Thank-you again for bringing a major smile to my face and adding another good memory for my Ring.

    I will without question recommend you 100%.

    With Much Respect

    Daniel A Lavery

  • Chris Turner of Finders is a real treasure. Believe it or not, it was a cold, snowy day in Vancouver
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    After opening my car door without mittens I shook my freezing cold hands and looked just in time to see my diamond wedding ring flying thru the air into a snow drift. After searching through the snow without success I called my husband in tears.

    He suggested I call a treasure hunter, well, at the very least a guy with a metal detector. After a couple of calls I was given Chris's number and gave him a call. He said he could come out after finishing work that evening, if need be.

    I then embarked on my own search and asked friends and neighbours to join in and after hours of searching with a salad fork and then renting a metal detector, gave up. Chris called at the end of the day and said he could come when his film wrapped but would need to drive across town to fetch his equipment and then drive back to our home.

    He finally arrived well after midnight and within about 3 minutes, managed to find my ring in the same area that all of us had looked a million times. His graciousness was an unexpected pleasure.

    Thank you so much for recovering my precious property!

    Stephanie Goltman

  • Dear Chris, I just wish to say a massive big thank you...
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    ...in any case. Even though the ring wasn't found, I feel I can now rule out the beach. I was definitely wearing the ring on the walk, and now the most likely explanation is that it fell down the toilet (!) I really appreciate all your hard work, and am more at peace now that I know you've searched on my behalf.

    Thanks again, and take care,

    Ellie

  • Mr. Chris Turner is a very extraordinary person. I lost my diamond ring on a beach in Vancouver one night before I flew out of Vancouver back to Austria
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    I read a flyer of a treasure hunter/finder; called this phone number and a couple of hours later Mr. Chris Turner met me on the beach to check the situation. He is very patient, professional & extremely trustworthy.

    I offered €100,-to find the ring. He simply said, well first we find the ring & if we find it & I insist giving some money (out of gratitude) he could give it to charity (fighting cancer - kids hospital). I gave him my address & my phone number & flew off.

    In the next weeks I got a couple of emails from Mr. Turner, He was busy checking with other treasure hunters regarding the ring. Finally after actually 3 month he wrote to me that my ring was found which I had lost in the water!

    So long story short... Mr. Turner put hours & hours of HIS TIME into finding my ring. His reward was not money no... It was the joy he found in making someone happy, because someone got something precious she lost back.

    I feel very honored to get to know Mr. Chris Turner. Wish him & his family all of gods blessing.

    Respectfully

    Andrea Grabner

    -Austria-

  • It was a sad day when I lost my Gold Nugget necklace...
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    It was a sad day when I lost my Gold Nugget necklace that was made from all my old Gold and was refined to 99.99%.

    I was playing baseball in Burnaby, when I left to go home I noticed that I had lost my nugget. I returned to the field and searched on my own for hours and finally gave up.

    Three years later I was casually talking to Chris Turner about his company and what he does for a living. When he told me he treasure hunts I mention that I had lost my Gold nugget.

    He asked me where I lost it and I explained to him which baseball diamond. He knew the place and said he would take a look for me.

    Chris phoned me the next morning 8 a.m. and said he looked all around the bleachers where I told him it could of fell out of my bag. He asked me if there was anywhere else it could have been lost.

    I mentioned I was in the dugout just before I left, he said he would call me back and minutes later he called back to tell me he had found my nugget that was lost for 3 years!

    Chris told me it was less than an inch under the dirt, I was ecstatic the loop was missing but the nugget was intact.

    Hundreds of people had walked on and had been within inches of my nugget for years, and nobody found it.

    It took Chris just 15 minutes to find my nugget, and the strangest part was when I retrieved the nugget from him it had an impression of what looked like a gold miner, panning gold at a stream on the front of the nugget.

    That was never there before? Funny thing is I have heard Chris Turner believes he was a gold miner in another life and that he was killed by a bear while panning for gold at a stream!!!!

    My nugget that had a rough natural finish came out of the ground with a little gold miner panning for gold at the stream.

    Unbelievable really that he found my nugget and that the little man appeared...

    You figure it out!!!! I think he's got somebody helping him on the inside?

    My name is Dale and that's my story, oh and if you've lost something make sure to call Chris...He'll find it!