Business Details
45 Years
experience
Custom Fine Jewelry & Repairs in Orcutt, CA
Founded in 1981, Gold Torch has established itself as a premier destination for custom fine jewelry creation and repair services. With over five decades of hands-on experience, our founder Jeffrey Bagley combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver exceptional gold and platinum pieces. Our in-house capabilities include CAD design, precision stone setting, and casting of both mined and lab-grown diamonds, ensuring complete control over quality and turnaround times. We specialize in transforming personal visions into wearable art, whether through custom commissions, heirloom restoration, or repurposing existing jewelry.Our commitment to transparency in material sourcing and meticulous attention to detail has earned us the trust of clients seeking one-of-a-kind pieces valued from hundreds to millions of dollars. As a family-run business operating in Old Orcutt, we maintain direct client relationships and prioritize personalized service, reflected in our decades-long client retention and referrals. Our expertise extends to wholesale partnerships with retail jewelry stores while maintaining rigorous quality standards through GIA-certified diamond offerings and platinum casting proficiency.
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Gold Jewelry Repair
Platinum Jewelry Repair
CAD Modeling
Stone Setting
Heirloom Restoration
Diamond Sourcing
Wholesale Services
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of experience in gold and platinum jewelry craftsmanship
- In-house casting ensures quality control and faster turnaround times
- Precision stone setting techniques developed over decades
- GIA-certified lab grown and mined diamond options available
- Direct collaboration with founder Jeffrey Bagley for personalized service
Associations and certifications
- Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
What people say
Amazing artistry
Unmatched attention to detail
Phenomenal results
Best in the business
Love my ring
Services
Custom Jewelry Design
Transform personal visions into unique wearable art through hand-fabricated or CAD-designed pieces. Clients choose between wax models or digital renderings before production begins. All work completed in-house ensures quality control and direct collaboration with master goldsmith Jeffrey Bagley.
Gold Jewelry Repair
Specialized repair services for damaged or worn gold jewelry, including resizing, soldering, and reconstruction. Techniques preserve structural integrity while maintaining aesthetic value. Expertise in restoring both modern and antique pieces to their original condition.
Platinum Jewelry Repair
Precision repair and maintenance of platinum jewelry using specialized tools and techniques. Services include prong rebuilding, shank replacement, and surface restoration. In-house casting capabilities ensure consistent quality and faster turnaround times for platinum components.
Stone Setting
Advanced stone setting techniques for secure, aesthetically pleasing results. Services include pave, channel, and tension settings for diamonds and colored gemstones. Expert evaluation of stone durability ensures appropriate setting methods for long-term wear.
Heirloom Restoration
Careful restoration of family heirlooms while preserving historical integrity. Services range from minor repairs to complete reconstructions. Expertise in matching original craftsmanship ensures sentimental pieces maintain their authenticity through generations.
People
Jeffrey Bagley
Platinum & Goldsmith
Founder of Gold Torch with over 50 years of experience in fine jewelry creation. Specializes in complex gold and platinum fabrication, stone setting, and CAD design. Maintains direct client relationships while overseeing all production aspects.
Questions
What types of jewelry do you create?
We specialize in custom gold and platinum jewelry including engagement rings, wedding bands, and one-of-a-kind statement pieces. Our expertise also extends to heirloom restoration and repurposing existing jewelry.
Do you work with both mined and lab-grown diamonds?
Yes, we offer both GIA-certified lab-grown diamonds and ethically sourced mined diamonds, providing clients with transparent options while maintaining the same quality standards for both.
How does the custom jewelry process work?
The process begins with a consultation to understand your vision. We then create CAD renderings or wax models for approval before fabrication begins. Clients receive regular updates throughout the creation process.
Are repairs done in-house?
Yes, all gold and platinum repairs, stone setting, and casting are completed in our Orcutt workshop by master goldsmith Jeffrey Bagley, ensuring quality control and direct oversight.
Do you offer wholesale services?
We provide wholesale options for retail jewelry stores, including custom production and repair services. Contact us directly to discuss establishing a wholesale account.
