Non-boutique watch browsing in NYC

[NickDTCHS]

Hi there,

I am heading to NYC for two weeks and wonder if anyone has recommendations about stores with watches that aren't boutiques, Tourneau, or other high-end jewelers. I would like to see some models that I normally can't see in "real life" (i.e., not the internet), and preferably of an affordable variety (less than $1000). I did a search here, but would like some more suggestions if possible. Thanks!

[vpcmotorsport]

Can't help you there but bump for a local guy! Where are you in CVille?

[NickDTCHS]

Well, I'm a grad student at UVa and currently live downtown. What about you?

[MikeCfromLI]

Kenjo is really good on 57th off 5th near Tourneau i would check out the iwc madison abd 54 and omega 5th and 55th? boutiques Tourneaualso has an 'experimental store on madison and 54th where all the displays are out in the open museum style..

Also walk down 47th street between 5th and 6th (diamond district)

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[vpcmotorsport]

Well, I'm a grad student at UVa and currently live downtown. What about you?

Hell of a collection for a student!

I'm off of Rio, in Greenbrier. We should hook up so I can stare at your watch box =).

[Doboji]

I don't understand why you're ruling out Torneau... There's no other store that will give you the viewing variety that they offer. Especially in the price range you seem interested in.

[Watchbreath]

Yep, in the basement were Watchgear was, at least the last time I was there.

I don't understand why you're ruling out Torneau... There's no other store that will give you the viewing variety that they offer. Especially in the price range you seem interested in.

[mleok]

Hell of a collection for a student!

Funny, that's exactly what I thought when I read that. Heck, I didn't even get my Seiko SARB035 until after I had tenure. I've been trying to make up for lost time since... :)

[NickDTCHS]

Sorry for ignoring my own post. Just got to NYC. Can't wait to check out all the suggested stops.

And on my collection...most were gifts. I inherited my watch-obsession from Dad. You should see HIS collection (one of the reasons he's still working in his late-60s...). I hope to inherent something nice when I finally get my PhD.

[marchone]

This should keep you busy. Good luck browsing.

NYC Watch Guide - HODINKEE