Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Pawn Shop in Barberton, OH
Since 1949, Sydmor's Jewelry & Pawn Shop has served Barberton, OH as a locally-owned pawnbroker with over 70 years of experience. Our full-service operations include pawn loans, jewelry sales, firearms transactions, and retail of electronics, tools, and musical instruments. We maintain state compliance through Ohio Division of Consumer Finance regulations, offering transparent loan terms with 6% monthly interest and 4-month minimum loan periods. Accredited by the Federal Firearms License (FFL) and Gemological Institute of America (GIA)-trained staff ensure expert evaluations.As a National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA) and Ohio Pawnbrokers Association (OPA) member, we provide 7-day cash refunds and 30-day exchange policies. Our 7,000-square-foot facility serves 15+ local communities including Akron, Medina, and Rittman. We emphasize honest transactions, maintaining state-mandated documentation processes for loan renewals and redemptions.
Services
Pawn Loans
Jewelry Sales
Firearms Transactions
Electronics Retail
Musical Instruments
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- 70+ years serving Barberton communities
- Federal Firearms Licensed (FFL) facility
- GIA-trained jewelry evaluation experts
- 7,000-square-foot inventory space
- State-compliant loan documentation process
Associations and certifications
- National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA)
- Ohio Pawnbrokers Association (OPA)
- Federal Firearms Licensed (FFL)
- Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
Services
Pawn Loans
We offer state-regulated pawn loans ranging from $5 to $25,000 with 6% monthly interest rates. Loans require minimum 4-month terms (3 months plus 30-day notice). Customers can avoid $5 notice fees by paying interest before documentation. Our Federal Firearms Licensed staff ensures secure transactions for all collateral types.
Jewelry Sales
Our inventory includes gold, diamonds, and precious metals evaluated by GIA-trained professionals. We offer 7-day cash refunds and 30-day exchange policies on all jewelry purchases. Customers can buy with confidence knowing our items come with written guarantees and competitive pricing across engagement rings and luxury pieces.
Firearms Transactions
As the only FFL pawnbroker in the area, we handle firearm purchases, sales, and transfers following strict state regulations. Our trained staff maintains complete documentation for all transactions. We offer competitive pricing on new and pre-owned firearms while ensuring compliance with all federal and state requirements.
Electronics Retail
We sell and buy used electronics including tablets, TVs, and computer equipment. Our inventory rotates regularly with pawned items and customer trade-ins. All electronics come with our standard 7-day refund and 30-day exchange policy. Our staff provides honest evaluations for customers looking to sell devices.
Musical Instruments
Our selection includes guitars, keyboards, and band instruments available at discounted prices. We buy instruments for fair market value and offer pawn loans against musical equipment. All purchases include our written guarantee. The 7,000-square-foot showroom ensures regular inventory turnover for diverse instrument options.
Questions
How do pawn loans work?
Pawn loans are collateral-based transactions where you receive cash against valuable items. We hold loans for 4 months minimum with 6% monthly interest. Redeem your item anytime by repaying the loan amount plus accrued interest.
What items can I pawn?
We accept jewelry, firearms, electronics, musical instruments, tools, and precious metals. Our GIA-trained staff evaluates all items for fair market value. Most valuable items qualify for loans up to $25,000.
Are your firearms legal?
Yes, we're the only Federal Firearms Licensed (FFL) pawnbroker in the area. All gun transactions follow federal regulations. We maintain complete documentation and perform required background checks for every firearm sale.
Do you buy used electronics?
Yes, we purchase tablets, TVs, computers, and other electronics. Our staff provides honest evaluations based on current market value. We also offer pawn loans against electronic devices with flexible repayment terms.
What happens if I miss a payment?
Loans require minimum 4-month terms. We send official notices 30 days before expiration. Paying interest before notice avoids $5 fees. Failure to redeem within the term results in item release for sale.
Do you offer jewelry appraisals?
Our GIA-trained staff provides evaluation services for gold, diamonds, and precious metals. While we don't issue formal appraisals, we offer competitive pricing for both purchases and pawn loans against jewelry items.
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