The Atlanta Watch Salon
The watch world is full of noise. Reviews, rankings, influencers, paid media, auctions, and opinions can make it difficult to simply experience a watch for yourself.
The Atlanta Watch Salon brings together over 25 brands and independent makers from around the world, alongside collectors traveling from across the United States and internationally for an intimate experience at the Forth Club and Hotel on the Atlanta Beltline.
Created by The Watch Society, the Atlanta Watch Salon is an extension of a community that began in Atlanta around bringing collectors together and is brought to you, in part, by our sponsors:
Gold Corporate Sponsors: Bank of America Private Bank, Barosa, Happy Head, Rubis Foundation
Keynote Sponsor: Arnold and Son
Closing Cocktail Sponsor: Mauron Musy
Speaking Program Sponsor: Grand Seiko
Events:
Saturday, October 10th at 5pm: Welcome Cocktail Reception
Celebrate World Watch Day (10:10) and join us on the eve of the Salon for a two-hour cocktail reception at the Forth Club & Terrace, where participating brands and legendary watchmakers will be in attendance.
Enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, fun music, and an intimate opportunity to meet the independent watchmakers and founders behind the timepieces before the Salon officially opens. It is the perfect setting to make introductions and begin the weekend.
Sunday, October 11th from 12pm-6pm: Atlanta Watch Salon
Closing cocktail reception from 6-7:30pm sponsored by Mauron Musy
Atlanta Watch Salon is Atlanta’s inaugural gathering for serious watch collectors, bringing together independent watchmakers, innovative brands, and the people behind the watches for an intimate, collector-first experience. The Salon is about less spectacle, more watches, and more time with the people who make them.
Meet an extraordinary collection of independent watchmakers and visionary creators including Jens Schneider, Bernhard Lederer, Christopher Wegener, Felipe Pekullik, Jørn Werdelin, Patrik Sjögren, Christophe Musy, Jason Lu, Zach Smith, Emmanuel Dietrich and many more, bringing their remarkable timepieces and stories together for an intimate experience. Brands representing at the Salon are:
1776 Atelier
Angelus
Arnold and Son
Atelier Wen
Carl Suchy & Söhne
Chopard
Dominique Renaud
Edouard Koehn
Favre Leuba
Felipe Pikullik
GoS Watches
Grand Seiko
Jean Rousseau
Krayon
Lang and Heyne
Lederer
Linde Werdelin
Louis Moinet
Maurice LaCroix Masterpieces
Mauron Musy
Norqain
Pragma
Renaud Tixier
Ressence
Scatola del Tempo
Schwarz-Etienne
Speake-Marin
Toledano and Chan
The Atlanta Watch Salon also brings together renowned names in art, style, design, and collecting culture that make this world so compelling.
You will meet Joshua Davis of Monogramme, who specializes in concierge styling and luxury acquisitions. He is a valued member of the Watch Society community and will showcase a curated selection of pieces chosen personally from his salon, bringing his distinctive perspective on style and personal expression.
Sunflowerman, renowned watch painter, will be painting live throughout the Salon, capturing watches and moments in his signature style. Collectors will also have the opportunity to pre-order a painting to be hand-delivered at the Salon.
Jean Rousseau, known for its exceptional handmade and bespoke watch straps, will offer collectors an intimate experience focused on artistry and tradition behind fine watch accessories.
Speaking Sessions
Throughout the Salon, Horacio “Rocky” Ramos will host speaking panels exploring the ideas, innovations, and passions that drive the world of independent horology. A respected voice in the watch industry, Rocky brings decades of experience and a unique ability to connect watchmakers, collectors, and enthusiasts.
Together, these experiences make the Atlanta Watch Salon more than a watch event. It is a gathering of collectors, watchmakers, artists, designers, and storytellers brought together to share ideas, discover something new, and spend meaningful time together.