"Ron, I love this clock!!!!!!!  Your work is absolutely exquisite.  I love the soft little gong on the hour and the half.  Thank you so much for introducing us to a long sought after hobby.  We have appreciated the book you gave to us to get us involved in the history of clocks.  It has increased the richness of this experience.

  Thank you again for your extra special delivery.  It was a very exciting "post" Christmas gift.  Gregg may have told you that we have a 20 month old grandson living with us.  Papa G has turned him into a "tick-tock" guru.  They share a Sunday afternoon ritual checking on each of the clocks making sure they are keeping time and winding them for the week.  He is especially enamored by the newest of our collection.  He enjoys the unique sound each clock puts out.!"

J.O., Woodland Hills

"Dear Julie and Ron,

You did it again!

The pen is simply gorgeous and I can't thank you enough for thinking of me at Christmastime in such a thoughtful way. You always find these beautiful and interesting things and it's very touching for me. The only problem is that your gifts remind me of how little time I have to get away to places like Solvang where I can do some serious antique hunting on my own! Some day...

I hope your own holiday season has been a happy one and your new year is the best ever. Thanks again for the gift and your kindness.

With warm wishes from your friend."

Arnold Schwarzenegger

"Hello, Ron-San.

Just today, I have received French Clock. (Tax office holds it 3 days.) (Tax was $99.)

Anyway, It works perfect! because of your perfect packing. I attached picture. I will go Solvang, near future, I must go your shop again !"

Minoru Kobayashi, Japan

"Misty, I must say that working with you was a most delightful telephone sales/purchase experience. You exhibited great professionalism in being very courteous, helpful beyond the call of duty in contacting the vendor for best prices,etc. You exercised much patience, describing in detail, features of the fountain pens and prices. You showed much understanding, knowing that distance separated me from direct view of the pens. Never in my prior experience have I been so pleasantly accommodated in any business transaction! I take this opportunity to THANK you, and to WISH you every success in your business career. May you always be well rewarded for your excellent service. Your employer and associates have every reason to recognize and be appreciative of your talents. Indeed, you also are a great reflection of excellent parenting. "

M.M.

"...we have just moved into our house and unpacked the clocks. I wanted to express our delight at the quality of the work (restoration) you performed - I think they look better now than they ever did. Just goes to show what a lot of TLC can do. thanks to all your team, great job "

A.S., NM

"Hello Ron, Several days ago (your driver) Wintersteen came and left me a super present from you. The Seth is hanging on a foyer wall and is every bit the clock you described. I am well pleased and will come back to you for more fine Seth Thomas antique collector grade clocks."

S.B., Irmo, SC

"Picked up the watch first thing this morning and wore it the rest of the day.
It's everything I wanted.  A really special watch I will cherish for a long time.
You have a very professional and courteous staff.  Thank you and everyone at the Solvang Antique Center. "

R.D., Sunnyvale, CA

"Found your site last night & couldn't tear myself away. Got to bed way too late as a result. Not complaining!...Your site is now safely tucked away in my list of favorites."

P.L., Madison, WI

"Dear Julie and Ron,

Thanks very much for the Christmas package. I'm letting David Jasper know directly how knocked out I was by his incredible knife, but I also appreciate your kindness in sending it to me, as well as the donation to Heifer International, which looks like a group that does great work. but just to be clear, am I actually expected to take delivery of the water buffalo, llama, goat and other animals? I have to say I hope not. The donation in my name is really enough!

Thanks again for brightening up my holidays, and I wish you the best for a wonderful new year."

Arnold Schwarzenegger

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

We were in your shop on Saturday - myself and my 4 children and I must say when each was asked what they liked best about the weekend "the antique store" is #1 from all kids. Julie was so nice and accommodating to allow all of us to troop around inside the store listening to all the different music boxes.

My husband LOVED our "new" phone - it is now the primary phone in the kitchen and he was also as fascinated as I was with the trench art vase I also picked out.

We will definitely come again.

J.A.S., Los Angeles, CA

"Ron, Thank you for the great service I received from Solvang Antiques. You were very helpful to a novice customer. This was my first antique clock, and you took the time to make sure I understood the features and quirks expected from an antique clock. You set the clock aside to see that it worked, fine-tuned it, and even worked on it AFTER the sale, even though it was advertized as "unrestored." The clock was just as you described, packaged well, and you even offered to walk me through set-up after the clock arrived."

J.S., Gahanna, Ohio

"You folks run a truly first-class operation. If we're ever in the market for some more antiques, knowing my wife we will be, you'll be the first we contact. It's been a pleasure doing business with you."

M.N., Baker, MT

"Thanks again for all your efforts, hard work and talents. We truly love and enjoy all the nice things we've gotten over the years from you."

J & M

"Hello Julie, I brought in a few "bread and butter" price point items yesterday to give my case a fresh look. I am emailing you this morning, just to say again, how I appreciate your staff - Michael, Crit, Penny, Terry, Misty (at least they are the ones I know personally). Invariably each and every one of them makes my visit to your store a most pleasant experience. I feel that my items are "in the right place". Having run a store, I know that it's a challenge to build and maintain a staff that represents you well, but you and Ron have done that most successfully. I expressed my appreciation to Michael, but wanted you to hear it directly from me as well. Best regards,"

Sheri Crockett

"It was a great pleasure to view the extraordinary detail that is represented in your time pieces, furniture, and lighting. I admire quality craftsmanship and I am intrigued by your expertise and knowledge.

I plan to make Solvang Antique Center a must stop when I am driving between San Francisco and Ventura."

P.R., San Francisco, CA

"Ron, I got back from Virginia Sunday night and the clocks arrived Monday. They were extremely well packed and they look great! I haven't wound them up yet but will shortly. Thank you for the great care you took shipping them to me and the good deal on the two! If you should run into other Ansonia statue clocks please drop me a line. Thank you again."

D.K.

"I just want to thank you for prompt delivery. I absolutely love this piece."

J.T., Poway, CA

"I just wanted to express my appreciation for our beautiful clock. You and your craftsmen did a wonderful job on the restoration--it really is spectacular. It looks great in our entry way, but I think it would look more appropriate in a castle or museum! ."

K.F., Santa Barbara, CA

"First let me thank you so very much for helping us select the wonderful pieces we purchased at the Antique Center. The shipment arrived and truly, it was masterfully packed. (We should know--we just moved 5 years ago and had our precious pieces professionally packed.) We look forward to enjoying each piece for many years, as they become heirlooms in our family. We hope to visit with you again on a future trip to California."

L.E.H., Newton Center, MA

"Julie, you and Ron are dears!...It is always a treat to go through the gallery as you have so many lovely things. Pat, her husband and Penny are very sweet and most helpful. I will never forget how cordial you all were on our first visit and what dear friends you have become since. Audrey has a few more things she is thinking about buying, so look out, we will be back. Our love to you both."

Bill and Audrey

"Ron, thank you for your meticulous care in the clock's reconditioning. I look forward to a break in my schedule so I may return to Solvang and visit your extraordinary shop."

S.C., Long Beach, CA