Manufacturing process
sustainable - FAIR - PERSONAL
Handmade by us
All our jewelry is responsibly handcrafted by us in our manufactory in Bombay under the direction of Aalay without any middlemen. We make sure that both our silver and gold jewelry is crafted with the same precision. The result is that each of our pieces is a masterpiece in the eyes of our artisans and, most importantly, in your eyes. At Pukka Berlin, we intentionally fuse the latest technologies (such as 3D printing) and ancient jewelry techniques to create a unique aesthetic that is precise yet fluid and natural. Explore our sustainable manufacturing process in detail.
Design inspiration
Our design inspiration comes from various sources. Our creativity and concept is mainly derived from adventure, history, travel, traditional culture and nature. An example of adventure and travel would be our flagship Tembo collection. The idea came to us during a safari in the Maasai Mara when we saw a group of elephants crossing a river. Our Jodhpur, Bauhaus, Marlene and Wire collections are inspired by history and tradition, and our Selene and Theia collections are inspired by Greek mythology. Our Luna collection is also inspired by traditional interpretations of moonstones, and our Nimbus and Reserve collections are strongly influenced by nature. Sometimes inspiration comes from nowhere or from customer requests. An example of this would be our Specials collection, in which we offer random individual beauties. We also offer customized solutions on request. Please contact us for more information.
Design process
After sketching our ideas on paper, we start the design process with a computer-aided design (CAD) that shows the exact size and design of the piece of jewelry you want. This allows us to show you your handmade piece in advance to see if any changes need to be made. In addition, it allows us to 3D print your piece of jewelry to view and feel its appearance. This allows us to reduce waste and respond quickly to your wishes.
How we manufacture
Our Pret Line is handcrafted from certified and partially recycled 925 sterling silver. The pink and yellow colors are gold-plated with 18-karat gold to achieve a minimum thickness of 3 microns. This ensures excellent durability, extends the life of the jewelry and gives it a luxurious feel. Our Fine Line, Lab Line and Bridal Line are handcrafted from 14-karat gold. The Lab Line and Bridal Line are also available in 18 carat gold and 950 platinum. All our Fine & Bridal Line diamonds have a clarity of SI2 and a color grading from G to H. The Lab Line offers lab-grown diamonds in VS | G. The diamonds and colored stones we use are sustainably sourced in accordance with global best practices. Our diamonds and lab-grown diamonds are cut in-house by our team of artisans. We manage and control the entire value chain from mine to market and from lab to life. We source our diamonds, polish, cut and manufacture them all in-house. Taking control of the entire manufacturing process, from design to sourcing and production to packaging, gives us a price advantage and gives you a guarantee of high quality and fair, ethical and equitable processes. That's why you get a one-year guarantee on the stones and coating when you buy.
Quality control
Superior quality is one of Pukka's core principles. Once a piece is made, it is subject to strict quality assurance checks and metrics. We inspect each piece by hand under magnification to see if there are any anomalies or subtle distortions or defects that may have occurred during manufacture. If our quality assurance team discovers anything, it undergoes a second inspection. If the same anomaly is found during the second inspection, we isolate the part in question and melt it down so that we can reuse the raw material for another production run. This is in line with our Kaizen approach to minimize waste and maximize efficiency. In addition, we are constantly striving to learn and improve our manufacturing process to ensure we produce the best and avoid mistakes. We also take your feedback very seriously. Please contact us if you have any suggestions or questions.
Our packaging
Our packaging is made with great attention to detail and is partially recycled. Our jewelry is packed in soft blue velvet bags to avoid scratches. We also use almost exclusively paper to avoid the use of plastic. All our customer shipments are CO2 neutral with DHL Go Green. Feel free to contact us for further suggestions for improvement.
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