Vintage Rolex watch shop in NY

[shcs77]

Hi, I am here in NY for business trip and would like to check out some shops that sell vintage Rolex, prefer in Manhattan area. Could anyone give me some recommendation? Thanks!

[Dan Pierce]

Checkout the vintage shop under Grand Central Station. As well as another shop across the street from the Rainbow Room at 30 Rockefeller Center.
Good luck,
dP

[tomvox1]

Deco Fine Jewelery on the corner of 42nd & 5th Avenue across from the Public Library. Patrick is a good guy with plenty of nice old Rolex and other vintage watches.
And my personal favorite, Tempvs Fvgit at the front of the Antiques Showplace, 40 W 25th Street btwn Broadway & 6th Ave. George is a great guy with lots of cool vintage pieces and an extremely honorable gentleman.
Tell 'em Tom sent ya!
Good hunting,
T.

[mike]

Originally Posted by tomvox1

Deco Fine Jewelery on the corner of 42nd & 5th Avenue across from the Public Library. Patrick is a good guy with plenty of nice old Rolex and other vintage watches.
And my personal favorite, Tempvs Fvgit at the front of the Antiques Showplace, 40 W 25th Street btwn Broadway & 6th Ave. George is a great guy with lots of cool vintage pieces and an extremely honorable gentleman.
Tell 'em Tom sent ya!
Good hunting,
T.

Hey Tom! The warmest of welcomes my friend.

Please, jump right in. Your posts and willingness to share such a vast knowledge of vintage Rolex is exactly what these forums are all about.

NOTE: To those that might not know Tom, he is one of the most knowledgeable people concerning vintage Rolex there is.....and a real gentleman.

[kyle L]

There's John Cristiello in Bowery Street, holy cow he has alot of stuff.
http://alltiques.com/

There's Aaron Faber, kind of pricy but they are nice.
aaronfaber.com

[shcs77]

Thanks for the input guys, will check it out tomorrow!

[Some Pair]

You should Give John a Call @ "Tuscany Rose" Cell #732-786-9075. Office Located in NYC.

He was very helpful when I was selling my Rollie (1958 #6538 Sub), last year.

Great to Chat with, wonderful pieces along with some on consignment, and vast knowledge too.

Enjoy your rounds!

[DadsWatch72]

I hear this guy sells Rolex. Ole Jack Jeebs.

[Lamone]

There are alot of shops on 47st between 5th and 6th ave.
Tuscany Rose is one of them at 37 47st (when you walk in go all the way to your left)

[Submarino]

Watch Plaza is an amazing store for rare highly collectible vintage pieces. They are on 57th Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenue. They are closer to Seventh on the North sidewalk.

[kyle L]

I found this list online, posted by another member on another forum.
Tourneau Vintage Watch & Estate Buying
3 E 54th St
New York, NY 10022
(212) 758-3671
Vintage Watch & Estate Buying

Central Watchband Stand Ltd
40 E 45th St
New York, NY 10017
(212) 685-1689
centralwatch.com
Vintage Rolex, Cartier, and Gruen watches.

Aaron Faber Gallery
666 5th Ave
New York, NY 10103
(212) 586-8411
aaronfaber.com

Tarrytown Jewelry
273 N Central Ave
Hartsdale, NY 10530
(914) 949-0481
tarrytownjewelers.com

Around The Clock In Soho
54 Macdougal
New York, NY 10012
(212) 475-3820

Asprey & Garrard
853 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10021
(212) 688-1811
asprey.com


Fanelli Antique Time Pieces
790 Madison Ave # 202
New York, NY 10065
(212) 517-2300
Antique pocket-and-wristwatches, wall clocks, shelf clocks, tall case clocks and carriage clocks.

Exclusively Breitling
740 Madison St
New York, NY 10021
(212) 628-5678

Emile's Fine Jewelry
27 W 47th St
New York, NY 10036
(212) 750-1364
Antique & estate jewelry ranging from Victorian pieces to Art Deco.
Vintage & pre-owned watches are bought & sold. Jewelry repair & resetting are available.

Ilana Fine Jewelry
42 University Pl
New York, NY 10003
(212) 473-1057
New York New York Watch and fine jewelry repair as well as a selection of antique watches and jewelry

Central Watchband Stand Ltd
40 E 45th St
New York, NY 10017
(212) 685-1689
centralwatch.com
Vintage Rolex, Cartier, and Gruen watches.

Joseph Edwards 5th Ave Co Inc
500 5th Ave
New York, NY 10110
(212) 730-0612
The place for fine new and used watches. Repairs done at the store.

Manhattan Band
10 W 47th St # 14
New York, NY 10036
(212) 869-3828
Wide selection of watches, repair of ordinary to priceless watches.

Masters of Time
15 W 47th St # 8
New York, NY 10036
(212) 354-8463
Brands inclue vitage Rolex, Patek, and Movado.

Plaza Watch & Jewelry Exchange
145 W 57th St # 1
New York, NY 10019
(212) 246-2000
plazawatch.com
A museum like showcase, Plaza offers one of the largest selection of Rolex watches, at prices up to 50% off, gold and diamond

jewelry, gold and silver coins, rare sport memorabilia, baseball cards, rare stamps etc.

Question of Time
54 MacDougal St
New York, NY 10012
212-475-3820
A favorite among watch collectors with good prices and unique selections.

Time Pieces Repaired Inc
115 Greenwich Ave
New York, NY 10014
(212) 929-8011
timepiecesrepair.com

Tarrytown jewelers
273 North Central Avenue
Hartsdale, NY 10530
914.949.0481
800.552.2161

[onkyo]

Thanks Kyle!

[jvo300]

Just wanted to update this thread. I was wandering around Soho and Chinatown today. The shops listed at 54 Macdougal are no longer -- the building was vacant. Also, the 88 Bowery St was mostly Chinese jewlers -- I saw little by way of watches. Perhaps the Alltiques booth wasn't setup today. Thought this would help others in the future who may refer to this list.

[kyle L]

Originally Posted by jvo300

Just wanted to update this thread. I was wandering around Soho and Chinatown today. The shops listed at 54 Macdougal are no longer -- the building was vacant. Also, the 88 Bowery St was mostly Chinese jewlers -- I saw little by way of watches. Perhaps the Alltiques booth wasn't setup today. Thought this would help others in the future who may refer to this list.

Oops, I'm sorry. Usually the Alltiques is open, but sometimes he may come in late, after lunch time. If you went around the block to K&E Jewlery I bought my Explorer from the watchmaker in the back, he's a good guy.

[kyle L]

I believe this is a pretty old list too.

[jvo300]

Here's a little more feedback to help update the listing (includes my perpective as a buyer):

1. Central Watchband - Very nice guys, but no real vintage Rolex sports models selection (nothing pre 80s).
2. Aaron Faber - Very nice peices and storefront, but pricey!
3. Joseph Edwards - No vintage Rolex sports models.
4. Deco - No vintage Rolex sports models.
5. Plaza - Over priced and aggressive sales tactics (I wasn't allowed out of the store until I spoke with the owner, Lee -- I was literally locked in).
6. Manhattan Band - Looked mostly like Citizen and Seiko to me ...

Overall, my trip to the big city has been disappointing for Vintage watches. It was fun experiencing the tour though!

[Lamone]

This one isn't bad at all.
J&P Timepieces
1057 2nd ave
(212)980-1099

[monkeysee]

Originally Posted by jvo300

Here's a little more feedback to help update the listing (includes my perpective as a buyer):

1. Central Watchband - Very nice guys, but no real vintage Rolex sports models selection (nothing pre 80s).
2. Aaron Faber - Very nice peices and storefront, but pricey!
3. Joseph Edwards - No vintage Rolex sports models.
4. Deco - No vintage Rolex sports models.
5. Plaza - Over priced and aggressive sales tactics (I wasn't allowed out of the store until I spoke with the owner, Lee -- I was literally locked in).
6. Manhattan Band - Looked mostly like Citizen and Seiko to me ...

Overall, my trip to the big city has been disappointing for Vintage watches. It was fun experiencing the tour though!

Sorry to hear about your trip. A lot depends on timing (if they have the model you want when you visit), so found that calling ahead helps to narrow your search.

Some feedback on my last tour:

Tom is exactly right about Deco and Tempus Fugit! Patrick at Deco is super warm and friendly, and offered some good prices. Also, Deco does have vintage Rolex sports models (when I visited at least)....they had a red sub and a 5513 on offer.

George at Tempus Fugit was a perfect gentleman! He took the time to show his watches, but his selection wasn't as extensive.

John at Alltiques is also a top guy, knows his stuff and took the time to show and tell. Of all the places, he's the one with that rare sub that you've only heard about!

These guys really made me see why you buy the seller first.....to make contacts for future purchases, to verify a watch, or simply to chat!

[azaza]

Wow! Is tarrytown legitimate? They have a 950 dollar rolex, a 2900 vacheron, and other great watches for cheap! I know condition still has to be considered, but those prices are tremendous!

[DatDude]

Tarrytown is def legit. Good friend bought NIB AP Royal OAK GMT Power Reserve there for 8500 and it's a 16,000 watch. Another bought 1968 DJ (refurb) for 1600. Great place.

[BigJim]

Originally Posted by DatDude

Tarrytown is def legit. Good friend bought NIB AP Royal OAK GMT Power Reserve there for 8500 and it's a 16,000 watch. Another bought 1968 DJ (refurb) for 1600. Great place.

Dang, I got to get over there again. They didn't have much the few times I went over there a while ago, but times were a little different back then...