The Grand Central Station
is a third generation of professional watchmaking. This magical place in the New York grand central station started over 70 years. Just from walking in the front of the store you can feel the history and a romantic atmosphere of tradition and respect of quality. The grandson of the founder – Steve Kivel is a professional who runs, inspect and managing the GCW store, which offers watchmaking services from battery replacement to restoration of rare vintage models of high watch brands like Patek Phillip, and more. Furthermore, in the store you will find a cool high quality microbrand watches they sell. So when you are in the area (and you will, it is in the grand central station after all) don’t forget to visit the Grand Central Store.
Maison Celadon
The exquisitely fine crafted Celadon watches aim to showcase the craft of Chinese artisans and promote a refined aesthetic that challenges perceptions of Chinese made watches. These beautiful watches definitely succeed in that goal. To find out more or to place an order, get in touch with the Celadon Concierge who will help you with providing information pre-sale, arranging payment and delivery, after-sales support and service, and invitations to Connoisseurs Circle events (C4 events).
d. freemont
d.freemont have been making watches for 28 years with a laser focus on quality and customer service. Their watches are assembled from Swiss components and have been personally inspected and regulated. They all come with a calibration certificate of accuracy. Their unique designs are limited runs ensuring your piece will stand out in a crowd. visit the d.freemont webstore for the latest models.
Tempest
Tempest is without a doubt a micro brand pioneer. Until their very successful Kickstarter campaign for the Tempest Carbon, forged carbon was a material only found in very expensive luxury brand watches. Their well built watches are produced to the highest standards using only top tier materials. Tempest has three models in its catalogue, The Viking, The Commodore and the Carbon.
Heritage and Hide
Based in Pennsylvania USA, Shane’s straps are all hand made and hand stitched. The skill and pride in his work is evident in every one. You can order from his Etsy store and see more on his Instagram account, Heritage and Hide.
J&J Watch repair service
A wholesale & retail watch repair shop servicing the entire United States. They offer dependable and quality service at affordable rates. An experienced, fair and professional watch repair facility that services all brands and types of watches located in a high-security building. J&J repair business was established in 1979. They are members of the American Watchmakers and Clockmakers Institute, the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, the Jewelers Board of Trade, the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, and the Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America.