Visiting NYC for the first time...

[wrxsti]

Going to be in New York City on sunday for the first time. Any recommended watch dealers to visit? Looking to view some Iwc, Panerai and of course Rolex. Vintage/used would be cool too.
Thanks guys!

Andy

[p_surabhi]

You should pay a visit to Diamond District. 47th St, btw 5th and 6th Ave.

Enjoy your trip.

Cheers,
PS

[ayecarumba]

...and head on down to the Tourneau Time Machine on 57th:

http://www.tourneau.com/Tourneau/Mai...meMachine.aspx

...This is not a recommendation, as you will need every grain of salt to withstand a rather shabby experience. If you've been around here for a while, you'll know Tourneau are kind of the high pressure/low knowledge vendor in this business.

...BUT...

Lotsa brands under that one roof....

You'll have to google them, but don't forget that several major brands also have flagships in NYC too..Omega, AP, etc....I believe there is also a dedicated tourbillon boutique downtown.

Happy hunting!


--Paul

[roach7]

there's wempe on 5th ave and 55th st

[PeteNYC13]

Originally Posted by wrxsti

Going to be in New York City on sunday for the first time. Any recommended watch dealers to visit? Looking to view some Iwc, Panerai and of course Rolex. Vintage/used would be cool too.
Thanks guys!

Andy

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It's none of my business and I am no travel agent but I beg you - don't spend too much time watch window shopping in NYC. I know we are all enthusists and I love seeing Rolex dealers when I travel BUT, this is your first trip to New York City and there are literally 1,000's of things to see. Most of these are "only in NY" experiences that you can't see or duplicate in other cities in the world. Enjoy some watches but I suggest that you don't regret your time in NY because you were watch shopping, unless of course you are looking to add to your collection. I only say this because you can buy watches almost anywhere - often without leaving your house, just sitting at your computer.

Either way, enjoy!!!!

Here is a glimpse of something you won't see in a Watch Store :-)

[HL65]

Originally Posted by roach7

there's wempe on 5th ave and 55th st

Wempe is loaded with the sweetest collection of watches--from Rolex-to Patek-to Vacheron--they have all of the hottest watches there--looking in the window alone will cause excess drooling -so bring a hanky!!
I was there this past Tuesday--they were very nice--let me try on a bunch even though I told them I was just looking and not buying--really nice Austrian lady--can not remember name. Enjoy!

[OYSTERMANN]

Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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It's none of my business and I am no travel agent but I beg you - don't spend too much time watch window shopping in NYC. I know we are all enthusists and I love seeing Rolex dealers when I travel BUT, this is your first trip to New York City and there are literally 1,000's of things to see. Most of these are "only in NY" experiences that you can't see or duplicate in other cities in the world. Enjoy some watches but I suggest that you don't regret your time in NY because you were watch shopping, unless of course you are looking to add to your collection. I only say this because you can buy watches almost anywhere - often without leaving your house, just sitting at your computer.

Either way, enjoy!!!!

Here is a glimpse of something you won't see in a Watch Store :-)

What a wonderful photograph!

[HL65]

PS---Walking down and checking out 5th Ave. is not a waste of time when in NYC--very much worth the time! You will be very close to Central Park and it is a great neighborhood to take in when there!

[mtrunner]

I have to agree with Pete, skip the watch stores and enjoy NYC. There is so much here to see. Enjoy your stay.

[Art 1]

Kenjo, Tourneau, Wempe, Cartier, Bulgari, Omega, Tiffany, They are all very close to each other. My favorite it Wempe for Rolex. Tourneau is something to see as they carry so many brands. I have always been treated very well in that particular location.

[PeteNYC13]

Originally Posted by OYSTERMANN

What a wonderful photograph!

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Thanks... I was lucky enough to have a friend with one heck of a view!
I just happened to have my camera.

-Pete

[Renoir]

Originally Posted by mtrunner

I have to agree with Pete, skip the watch stores and enjoy NYC. There is so much here to see. Enjoy your stay.

+1

Most of the stores mentioned on 5th ave are closed on Sundays.

[Melanotaenia]

Tourbillion Is on Wall St and the store is amazing. Eye candy galore. Across from that store is anotherhigh end watch boutique. There is also a Rolex store on West Broadway about 100 feet from the corner of Broadway and Wall St.

[jatco]

Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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Thanks... I was lucky enough to have a friend with one heck of a view!
I just happened to have my camera.

-Pete

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Central Park West. Great view, great location= big $$$

[Dom]

Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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It's none of my business and I am no travel agent but I beg you - don't spend too much time watch window shopping in NYC. I know we are all enthusists and I love seeing Rolex dealers when I travel BUT, this is your first trip to New York City and there are literally 1,000's of things to see. Most of these are "only in NY" experiences that you can't see or duplicate in other cities in the world. Enjoy some watches but I suggest that you don't regret your time in NY because you were watch shopping, unless of course you are looking to add to your collection. I only say this because you can buy watches almost anywhere - often without leaving your house, just sitting at your computer.

Either way, enjoy!!!!

Here is a glimpse of something you won't see in a Watch Store :-)

Very nice picture Pete!!! I agree. Rolexes are the same all over the world, but some of the rooftop views in NYC are absolutely spectacular (among many other things) and I still have fond memories from my time living in NYC.

On the watch front certainly it is the diamond district and I believe Panerai just opened a flagship store.

[PeteNYC13]

Originally Posted by jatco

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Central Park West. Great view, great location= big $$$

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I know how to pick my friends!

My apartment view....well, it was of another apartment.


-Pete

[multimedia]

Wempe on 5th and 55th St. is nice shop to visit + I find the staff to be very friendly and professional.

They have a nice collection of Rolex plus other brands like Panerai, Breitling, IWC, Hublot etc.

Have a great time in NYC!

Cheers,
Joe

[Mockingbird]

Watch shopping in NYC is never a good experience. Don't expect large discounts, and in half of the stores the salespeople are just plain rude.

[Zabaco]

One unique NYC watch store is the Aaron Faber Gallery. They have a very interesting collection of pre-owned watches, with emphasis on Rolex and Patek Philippe. It's right off 5th Avenue, on West 53rd Street. A stroll down 5th Ave on Sunday is a quintessential New York experience. I hope you enjoy your stay.

[dannyny]

do not go to canal street

[dannyny]

Originally Posted by Melanotaenia

Tourbillion Is on Wall St and the store is amazing. Eye candy galore. Across from that store is anotherhigh end watch boutique. There is also a Rolex store on West Broadway about 100 feet from the corner of Broadway and Wall St.

what rolex store are you referring to?? ive been to tourbillon and kenjo but curious about the rolex store u mentioned. thanks

[kyle L]

Originally Posted by dannyny

do not go to canal street

There are some nice guys in Chinatown, you just have to know where to go. A cool place is John at alltiques.com, he has a bunch of stuff.

[LouS]

Originally Posted by kyle L

A cool place is John at alltiques.com, he has a bunch of stuff.

+1. Nice guy and interesting vintage watches. Closed Sunday, tho, I think.

[kyle L]

Originally Posted by LouS

+1. Nice guy and interesting vintage watches. Closed Sunday, tho, I think.

I think he's open, but he's opened a little later than usual.

[jatco]

Originally Posted by PeteNYC13

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I know how to pick my friends!

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No doubt...!

My apartment view....well, it was of another apartment.


-Pete

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I hear ya. Been there, done that..!!
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The last time I was down in the Canal Street area I wasnt looking for Rolex's... so I cant speak about that... but it sounds like Kyle and Lou know more about it...!