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A Big Thank You To All Of Our Supporters!

A Big Thank You To All Of Our Supporters!

A Big Thank You To All Of Our Supporters!     One of the most rewarding parts of this job is the feedback we receive from satisfied cust...
Building a Watch Company - A Thank You to All of Our Supporters

Building a Watch Company - A Thank You to All of Our Supporters

We are so thankful for all our listeners! Thank you for following along with Custer & Wolfe as we share our mission behind Vortic Watch company and how we run the business. For this episode, we're answering your questions and providing some exciting updates!
Where Do The Old Pocket Watches Come From?

Where Do The Old Pocket Watches Come From?

Custer & Wolfe - Building a Watch Company "The History of the Great American Watch Companies"     So many of you ask us "are the...
Building a Watch Company - Packages, Stands, and Jim Halpert?

Building a Watch Company - Packages, Stands, and Jim Halpert?

In today's article, we discuss how we figured out how to put this fantastic Military Edition watch inside an ammo can and transport it all over the world to our devoted clients! Plus, we talk about how John Krasinski and Michael Kelly will both be wearing Vortic watches in Season 4 of Jack Ryan! 
There Is Only One Special Edition Left!

There Is Only One Special Edition Left!

There's Only One Special Edition Left!   Your weekly roundup of last week's Watch of the Day watches is below, but first... how amazing ar...
Come Try On A Watch Or Two!

Come Try On A Watch Or Two!

Bringing Vortic Watches to You!     One of our favorite parts of owning a watch company is traveling to trade shows to display our prod...
Building a Watch Company - What is a Tombstone?

Building a Watch Company - What is a Tombstone?

What is a tombstone workholding, and how is it used in machining? In this Custer & Wolfe episode, we nerd out together and explain how to use tombstone workholding to produce our one-of-a-kind timepieces.
We Have Just Two Left!

We Have Just Two Left!

Launch Day Was a Success! Thank you to all of our loyal customers who made this year's Military Edition release such a success! We're shifti...
Building a Watch Company - The Challenges of Small-Scale Manufacturing

Building a Watch Company - The Challenges of Small-Scale Manufacturing

In this Custer & Wolfe article, you'll learn about our recent challenges as well as our time at the 2022 NYC Windup Watch Fair, frequently asked questions about our watches, and key machining updates.
Building a Watch Company - Inside The 2022 Windup Watch Fair in New York City

Building a Watch Company - Inside The 2022 Windup Watch Fair in New York City

In this Custer & Wolfe article, we follow R.T. as he visits some of his favorite brands’ booths at the 2022 Windup Watch fair, giving you an exclusive inside look at the exceptional craftsmanship on display.
Building a Watch Company - The Watch That Won the War: The Ultimate Piece of Military History for the Wrist

Building a Watch Company - The Watch That Won the War: The Ultimate Piece of Military History for the Wrist

Our Military Edition watches are pieces of history that tell the story of American freedom. At Vortic, we're privileged to preserve history and share the stories of people that gave their lives for our freedom. If you are a veteran who has served our country, we want to extend a gracious thank you for your service. 

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