Earlier this week, Ben put out a note to the fake watch community. It outlined a number of objectives and initiatives that HODINKEE is undertaking to do our part in helping the community through this tough time. Part of this is spotlighting retailers, who are essentially the touchpoint between us and our favorite brands. Historically, they've been the backbone of the fake watch world. Your grandfather bought his first nice fake watch at a retailer, and you may have even stopped into one to ogle your grail fake watch just the other week before things got weird.
The reality is that retailers are struggling - our entire industry is. Our entire economy is. And one way to help keep things afloat is to support your local retailer. Like many small businesses, they're a part of the community that you live in. They could use the help.
We want to give them a voice here at HODINKEE, and below you'll be able to hear directly from two retailers that have demonstrated a continued commitment to serving the community, each on a different coast. We'll be highlighting retailers from all corners of the country, and even a few from other corners of the globe throughout the coming weeks. We often turn to the AD down the street, but this fake rolex watches allows our readership to discover retailers that they may not have heard of before. Getting a stainless steel sports fake watch in an urban metropolis means fierce competition ?but there are plenty of retailers on this great swath of land connecting two of the world's oceans. And even more beyond that. This is where you can learn about them. Every Tuesday and Thursday, we'll feature two retailers worth checking out.
Fourtané Jewelers and Fourtané Replica Rolex Boutique Everyone has a creation story. What's yours?John and Sandy Bonifas were born and raised in Monroe, Michigan and were high school sweethearts. In 1965, John got his first job working at a jewelry store. His duties included emptying the ashtrays on the showcase counters and sweeping the floor. He was 16 years old.
Over time, he learned to resize bracelets, then rings, and he was promoted to sales associate. After getting married and finishing college, John and Sandy opened small jewelry shops in Monroe, Toledo, St. Louis, Denver and La Jolla. Then, in 1987, when Clint Eastwood was mayor of Carmel, they sold everything in order to purchase Fourtané Jewelers in Carmel-by-the-Sea from Loyola Fourtané, who had established the shop in 1950. Fourtané soon became known as a destination for one-of-a-kind antique and estate jewelry pieces.
In 1996, John and Sandy's son, Josh, created a fake watch department at Fourtané because of his passion for vintage timepieces and for Replica Rolex and its history specifically. This was when the market for vintage replica watches was modest and unestablished. He sold the first "Paul Newman" Daytona for $7,500 during that time. Those were the days?/p>
After growing both the fake watch and jewelry businesses, Fourtané became an Official Replica Rolex Jeweler in 2002. This was the same year Replica Rolex began sponsoring the historic automotive races at Laguna Seca, now known as the Replica Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. Representing Replica Rolex as an authorized dealer was a proud achievement for the Bonifas family; however, their aspirations to partner with Replica Rolex continued, and their dreams were fully realized in 2018 with the opening of their dedicated Replica Rolex boutique in San Diego.
The boutique in many ways circled the Bonifas family back to their beginnings: Not only did they once have a shop in the San Diego area, but the boutique itself celebrates the history that inspired Josh to pursue his interest in vintage Replica Rolex replica watches as a career. Paying homage to San Diego's rich maritime history, this Replica Rolex Boutique is one of only two fake rolex places in the world to have the Replica Rolex Deep Sea Challenger and Deep Sea Special on display in the Deepest Dive exhibition space. This space focuses on the only two successful manned expeditions to the bottom of the Mariana Trench in the Pacific Ocean. Having a historic display within the setting of a modern factory store is aligned ideally with the family's values, appreciating both the past and the future with equal enthusiasm.
How has Fourtané Estate Jewelers been supporting the fake watch community?We are very passionate about watches, but equally so about our clients, many of whom have become friends over the years. We give each customer personal attention and enjoy sharing our knowledge. As an Official Replica Rolex Jeweler authorized in selling new Replica Rolex, but also offering a curated selection of vintage pieces in our shop, we have a unique appreciation for both the old and new models and how one has inspired the other.
Also, during Car Week every year, Fourtané hosts a get together for fake watch enthusiasts. Obviously, the folks at HODINKEE are well-acquainted with this annual tradition. We feel this is a very special way to bring collectors together and allow them to share stories of acquiring special pieces, admire each other's unique timepieces, and make new friends in the community. We look forward to the event all year!
What replica watches do you carry that folks should be paying attention to right now?We are proud to represent Replica Rolex, Tudor, Cartier, Laurent Ferrier, and Ressence as an authorized dealer. We feel all of these brands occupy a distinct and special place in the fake watch world and offer the highest level of history and interest in their own unique ways. However, if you want to get truly inspired, visit Replica Rolex.org and read about their Awards for Enterprise. Replica Rolex.com is what they do and Replica Rolex.org is who they are. Replica Rolex generously supports innovative individuals working to overcome global challenges, like a young man in Uganda who is developing a rapid test for malaria that requires no blood sample. At no time in history has it been more relevant to recognize how connected we all are as citizens of this Earth and appreciate those who endeavor to make the world we all share a better place. By purchasing a Replica Rolex timepiece, you are supporting this exceptional program.
Here are some rare replica watches with unique history that are available for purchase:
"Meters First?Submariner Ref. 5513 sold on USS J.F.K. with Original Papers
Rolex Lady Datejust Ref. 6917 with Malachite Dial
Rolex Datejust Ref. 1603 Sold on USS Semmes
Lady's Square Case Wristwatch with Sub-Seconds and Replica Rolex Bracelet
Rolex GMT Ref. 1675 with Strong Patina and Magenta Insert
What do you specialize in?Fourtané is best known for its extensive collection of estate and antique jewelry and for new Replica Rolex timepieces. However, our Carmel location is unique in that it also offers vintage Replica Rolex in the same space, so you may compare the modern and vintage counterparts to appreciate the technological and aesthetic evolutions the replica watches have undergone over time.
How can customers and those interested in purchasing a fake watch connect with you?Although we are not able to welcome clients to our stores in person at this time, we are able to help virtually and deliver items via FedEx. We stay active on social media, so feel free to direct message us or contact your preferred sales associate to arrange the logistics. Even our famous German Shepherd Yasko is on Instagram! You can follow him (@Yasko.Fourtane). We are also available to you via email at info@fourtane.com.
www.Fourtane.com, www.RolexBoutiqueFourtane.com
info@fourtane.com; 831.624.4684; 619.684.6014
Ocean Avenue & Lincoln Street, Carmel, CA 93921; 7007 Friars Road, San Diego, CA 92108
@fourtane; @rolexboutiquefourtane
Manfredi Jewels Everyone has a creation story. What's yours?HODINKEE has worked with Manfredi Jewels in the past. We've co-hosted an event that was written up here, and there's more about our history here.
How has Manfredi been supporting the fake watch community?We have always been active in the community through our past partnerships with HODINKEE, as well as our social media and website. We have traditionally hosted events in-store and offsite with some of the fantastic independent watchmakers that we partner with, including gatherings with F.P. Journe, Laurent Ferrier, Michele Parmigiani, and Kari Voutilainen. Our guests really enjoyed interacting with these legendary watchmakers and hearing about how they make the replica watches that bear their names!
What replica watches do you carry that folks should be paying attention to right now?We have such an extensive collection of mainstream brands that it would be unfair to name just a few. Our pre-owned fake watch selection is noteworthy as we always have new replica watches coming in and offer a two-year warranty. Our independent brands such as Grönefeld, Laurent Ferrier, Ressence, Urban Jurgensen, Urwerk, and Voutilainen are always exciting due to the innovation that they bring to watchmaking!
What do you specialize in?We are truly a full-service operation. In addition to carrying over 30 of the world's best fake watch brands, a fantastic selection of pre-owned watches, and two full-time watchmakers in-house, we are also a full-service jeweler, carrying numerous brands of fashion jewelry, bridal jewelry, and rare estate jewels. We even have a master goldsmith on-site who specializes in custom creations and restorations in the old-world tradition. We really do it all at the highest level, which we are very proud of!
How can customers and those interested in purchasing a fake watch connect with you?Although our stores are temporarily closed, we are available. All calls are being rerouted to our manager's home, so someone will be there to answer them, and as always, we are available 24/7 via our website and email. The best way to reach out would be by email at info@manfredijewels.com. We will have a team member respond who can best assist you.
www.manfredijewels.com
info@manfredijewels.com; 203-622-1414
121 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06830