About Watch & Wares

Over 30 Years Buying Watches in Orange County

Who We Are

Watch and Wares Inc. has been established for many years in the heart of Orange County. We sell fine watches and jewelry, all of which have been thoroughly inspected, serviced, and polished back to manufacturer’s specifications.

We’re not just a traditional pawn shop, our integrity, experience, and one-on-one service is what sets us apart. We take a needs-based approach to helping each and every client, so whether you simply want to sell for instant cash, or get a confidential & secure loan on your jewelry, watch, diamond, gold, coins or collectibles, we can help today! Based in the heart of Orange County and serving all surrounding areas including Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego, Watch & Wares Jewelry & Loan has been a cornerstone within the community for many years.

We perform the following:

Collateral Loan Services
Cash Buying
Trades
Watch Repair
Expert Jewelry Repair

Our Reputation

As a Watch & Wares company we have built our impeccable reputation through buying and selling thousands of major-brand watches, all varieties of jewelry (including loose diamonds, engagement rings, earrings, pendants & necklaces, and brooches) as well as rare coins, precious metals and collectibles at top-dollar value. Our customers love us because we offer instant cash in-store and provide outstanding customer service and integrity that only a 25-year old family-run business can deliver.

We provide instant loans for all types of jewelry, major-brand watches, gold, silver and other precious metals, as well as diamonds, coins, fine art, luxury goods, and other valuable items. As a certified cash buyer & licensed pawn broker, we are able to provide easy, secure & confidential loans using your item as collateral so there are no credit checks or income verification. We can appraise your item(s) in-store without an appointment and we historically offer higher values than our competitors.

Our loan process is simple & hassle-free, and all of your personal information is kept completely confidential. We will weigh and analyze your items one-on-one in our store, no lines, no need for an appointment, and we will pay you in cash – same day, same visit.

We have a master watchmaker and expert jeweler on our staff at all times in order to make sure your items are repaired right the first time. If you are looking for something special, whether it is heirloom quality art deco filigree engagement rings or antique wedding ring, you have come to the right place!

Our Expertise

We are blessed to have long-term, dedicated employees who have decades of knowledge and experience in all aspects of our business. From gemology experience, vintage watches, as well as custom jewelry creation jewelry and art from all time periods, our family business is our passion. Our staff of trained jewelry professionals, GIA Gemologists and estate buyers have the goal of providing our clients with the highest quality in jewelry and service.

Our owner, William Houchin, has decades of experience dealing in fine jewelry and watches. This passion for beautifully crafted pieces has been with William his entire life, and as a result he has gained a virtual encyclopedic knowledge of not only watches, but jewelry, fine art and collectibles from all time periods. William’s relentless passion for his work and dedication to his customers has yielded him a status as permanent fixture not only in the area, but within our industry as well. Whether you would like to buy or sell a timepiece or jewelry item, or simply need some information, William is always happy to help and share his expertise.

Our master jeweler has over 32 years of experience in impeccable jewelry repair and custom creations. He’s the guy other jewelers go to when they can’t fix it themselves.

Our store manager Terri has over 25 years of experience in fine jewelry. Having worked at places like Gump’s San Francisco, Georg Jensen, and Tiffany & Co, Terri has extensive experience and expertise. She is also our resident pearl and bead stringer, and even makes her own beautiful custom creations!

Meet the Watch & Wares Jewelry & Loan

Located in the heart of Orange County, Watch and Wares Jewelry and Loan has been a cornerstone in the community for many years. We’ve built our impeccable reputation by selling fine quality watches, jewelry, diamonds and precious metals at fair prices, and by offering outstanding customer service that only a family run business can offer.

William H.

Owner Watch and Wares Inc.

Liz B.

Store Manager

J. Carlos M.

Master Jeweler

May K.

Gemologist

Jaime M.

Service Manager

Our Story

Established in 1991, we are a full service jewelry store located in the Downtown Historical District of Orange, California. We specialize in the sales and repair of fine jewelry and watches from all time periods. In addition, we have many fine art pieces and collectibles for you to enjoy.

We specialize in restored vintage watches, including Omega, Longines, Rolex and other quality antique and pre-owned mechanical wristwatches. All of our vintage watches are sold in good working order. Most have been serviced by our master watchmaker, or in some cases were recently serviced elsewhere and have passed our master watchmaker’s inspection.

Watch and Wares buys and sells unique antique and estate jewelry from the Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Mid-Century Retro Moderne, and contemporary periods. We travel and search extensively to find beautiful and exceptional fine vintage jewelry items. If you are looking for something special, whether it be heirloom quality art deco filigree engagement rings or antique wedding ring, you have come to the right place!