April 2023 article from the AWCI Journal.
Making Horology Mainstream
Visitors to British Columbia, Canada, are said to frequent Gastown, touted as one of Vancouver’s most unique and vibrant neighborhoods, brimming with an eclectic mix of shops, historic architecture, dining options, and cobblestone streets.
On West Cordova Street in Gastown is where more and more visitors are discovering Roldorf & Co., Independent Watchmakers. The interior design of the shop includes ex-posed brick walls (a rarity in Canada) the original floors, and a charming, cozy seating area. Even more striking, and ahead of its time, is the layout of the shop. Upon entering, customers and visitors are invited to make a choice. Go to the front desk, (which, as an aside, is made from the base of an industrial lathe), or go to a workbench, which is just as close to the front door, and where you’re cer- tain to find one of the shop’s three watch- makers. In fact, all of the workbenches at Roldorf & Co., are in the center of the shop.
