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Bruton Street will be a lesser place without them
Their carefully curated pieces were always a joy to look at
Sad indeed!
Was anyone here a customer of theirs? I just wonder how we can preserve indie ADs in the current climate.
The end of an era ...
Very sad as William & Son gave excellent service. The business was a Royal warrant holder and Paul Westwater, head of watches, was knowledgable and always very helpful. I wish him well for the future.
Sad to hear
Very sad to hear. Glad I stopped by last time I was in London (last October, *sigh*).
Too much of this going on... comes on the heels of JLC’s exit from Miami
That said, the gray market for new Rolex is hot as a pistol... Hotter than pre- Covid.
Oh no!!! :-(
This was one of my regular haunts while living in the UK and I know the friendly staff very well. This shop had so much class. I actually had the privilege of meeting FP Journe in person at an event held there. I hope the independents find an alternative ...
SJX wrote this article last year that explains the background of William & Son
I do think it is worth a read. watchesbysjx.com
Thanks for the link, Christian.
I knew the more recent history, having been a customer, but I did not know the grand story of Asprey from its origins.
Done some window shopping at there shop last time i was in London.
Its said but unfortunately there will be a few others following i am afraid.
