Tough Timepiece
Eric Genazia and Jeremy Wells wanted to find men’s watches that never had to come off. And they really meant never.
The guys were searching for durable, good-looking watches that wouldn’t break the bank. When they came up empty, they began designing their own.
Their Vierra watches look sharp and are built to be worn wherever life takes you, from a surfboard to the morning commute. Eric and Jeremy chose strong materials for the bands—stainless steel, genuine leather, and silicone rubber—to suit different tastes and to lend a clean, minimal look that feels, well, timeless.
Each watch is waterproof with a shatterproof crystal face. Should you somehow manage to still break it (Hang-gliding? Biking? Kid tried to flush it down the toilet?), no sweat. They proudly back each watch with a lifetime guarantee. So hit the boardroom . . . or the slopes with a watch that doesn’t sacrifice style to keep up with you.
Eric
Hello everyone! I'm proud to introduce Vierra Watches to The Grommet. I'd be happy to answer any questions you have!
Peg
2/6/2017 10:34 AMYou do realize that your model is wearing it upside down, right?
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 10:41 AMWell, Peg, if we wore it the right way, we'd have the name upside down and that wouldn't be very good marketing on our part...
David
2/6/2017 11:02 AM@Mike
Have your model wear the watch the right way and take the photograph with the sleeve on the left, Marketing Genius.
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 11:25 AMHi David, we've done that shot before and didn't want to replicate it. It was more of a creative decision to have it as is. We encourage you to wear it the correct way.
Donna
2/6/2017 11:37 AM@Mike
David has the solution. The pose you chose for your model is distracting for people who notice details (and isn't that your target audience?) Your answer sounds like a lazy cop out. If this is how you take care of details I certainly won't be buying one. Sorry.
christopher
2/6/2017 11:50 AM@Mike .............oh my...
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 11:57 AMHi Donna, my answer is the reality of the situation. We made the decision to show the watch in a way you could read the company name. That was the detail we felt was most important in promoting Vierra. You better believe we will have David's suggestion in the back of our mind for the next watch photo shoot we do.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:59 AMIt's actually our fault (the makers of Vierra) not Mike's when we first started taking pictures of the watch we thought this was a good idea to display the name correctly - it's amazing how perceptive people are so currently we use different methods but just like the clarity of this picture - it is good for sparking conversations though ;)
David
2/6/2017 12:06 PM@Mike
Different David....but I'm sort of with the other David...I can't get over the watch being backwards. I even searched online quick to see how other watch companies showed their watches, and they're all shown properly. I noticed it immediately and frankly it's maddening. Looks like a pretty decent watch and a fair price, but I can't get past it. I'm even in the market for a new watch in this style & price, but I doubt I'll be trying this one for that very reason. Credibility lost! It's like a model wearing a tee shirt backwards because the shirt had a neat logo on the back!
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 12:15 PMWe do not want people losing sleep or sanity over this photo so we are going to check to see what other photo options we have. It is a great watch at a very fair price and we want that to be the focus, not the orientation of the watch. Stand by, everyone...
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:17 PMHey David number 2 (number 1 in our hearts) - We (the makers of vierra) actually took the picture - at first we thought it would be a good idea and be one of those (easter eggs) that some people would catch and others wouldn't so it's kind of a little fun thing for us really - we didn't think SOOOOO many people would notice though which is actually awesome how perceptive people are - we didn't think it would make people angry and make us loose credibility however or we wouldn't have done it like that - thanks for your feedback we will think twice before we easter egg next time
Angelique
2/6/2017 12:46 PMSad people are getting so hung up on a picture. You realize you don't have to wear it that way? LOL. It's not that serious, and to say you won't purchase simply based on that or their reasoning is a bit immature.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 1:24 PMThanks Angelique!!
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 1:27 PMYes, thanks, Angelique!
michelle
2/6/2017 10:42 AMGreat looking watch! Are the leather bands waterproof as well?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:39 AMHey Michelle! The leather is waterproof but will see normal wear as genuine leather does over time
Heidi
2/6/2017 10:49 AMI really love the look and the Made in USA part! Is the watch certified as a chronometer?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:40 AMHey Heidi - we have not gotten the watch certified as a chronometer yet but it is extremely accurate - we are in the process of getting it certified this year :)
Kimberly
2/6/2017 10:49 AMLadies need durable watches too. :(
S
2/6/2017 11:35 AM@Kimberly Amen. Still bold, but less bulky.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:42 AMYou guys make great points! We have a few ladies that like the "boy friend" style watch so they have actually purchased Vierra Watches for themselves but we will definitely look into making something a little smaller for the ladies - thanks for your feedback!!
Sara
2/6/2017 12:51 PM@Eric Please make a smaller version for women. I am tired of replacing watches. Many thanks for your consideration!
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 1:26 PMWe will get right on it!! We have had a lot of desire for a ladies version of our watches so we will begin developing that idea - thanks for your feedback!!
Bruce
2/6/2017 10:54 AMNice looking watches, but no specifications. What are the dimensions? Water resistant to what depth? What's the crystal made of? What kind of action do you use, and where is it made?
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 10:57 AMHi Bruce, you can find all of that information by clicking on the "Buy" button on any of the styles under the video.
christopher
2/6/2017 11:57 AM@Mike biggest pet peeve of mine, I've mentioned this before, and you have answered this a gabillion times. a simple format change would finally end the frustration by a small header: "click here for details", or simply give specs on the first page. I really think it deters your sales with so many folks having the same problem! ANY problem with site navigation will stop busy shoppers from purchasing?
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 12:00 PMHi Christopher, it's one of the biggest pieces of feedback we get and I promise you it is not falling on deaf ears. Unfortunately, it's an issue without a quick, easy solution, but it is one we are working on ways to improve. The last thing we want is confusing people on their way to buy a product.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:01 PMGreat points Christopher we will add the specifications to the page and here they are for you specifically
Case: 42mm stainless steel construction
Crystal: Scratch resistant hardened mineral crystal
Band: 22mm ultra thick genuine leather
Movement: Custom Miyota Japanese quartz with date window in “6” position
Water Resistance: 10 ATM/100m/330ft. Rated for swimming & surfing.
Mysteree
2/6/2017 11:00 AMAre the bands interchangeable? I like the leather watch for every day use, but silicone would be nice for the gym or swimming
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:44 AMYes Mysteree they are! We have a small tool that is used for easily interchanging bands and we sell the bands separately
Mysteree
2/6/2017 11:48 AM@Eric AWESOME!! Where can the bands be purchased separately? I could not find that anywhere on here.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:52 PMWe will get that option added today! Just a note the silicone and leather are very easy to change out - the metal bands are a little more difficult.
David
2/6/2017 11:01 AMSo, is the watch Made in the USA? Or Made in Japan? Product details say both....
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 11:47 AMThey're made in Japan. Watches originate based on their quartz. We mistakenly put made in the USA but have fixed it to reflect the correct info.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:18 PMAs a little more detail on what mike said all parts are sourced from Japan but the company is based in the USA
Karin
2/6/2017 11:06 AMIf you position the hand with the thumb down, you can display the watch correctly.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:48 AMhaha when we first started taking pictures of the watch we thought this was a good idea to display the name correctly - it's amazing how perceptive people are so currently we use different methods but just like this picture - good for sparking conversation ;)
John
2/6/2017 11:06 AMMade in USA or made in Japan? Promo says USA, specs say Japan.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:46 AMHey John!
The company is based in the USA parts are sourced from Japan
Lloyd
2/6/2017 11:11 AMI'm hard on watches and am wondering if the black metal band is scratch and chip resistant.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:45 AMThe black metal band is scratch and chip resistant but if you were to take a sharp nail and scratch it repeatedly you would see the effects - great thing is we have a lifetime warranty that covers that sort of damage
Lloyd
2/6/2017 12:10 PM@Eric Sounds good but one more question before I buy - It is larger than I am used to - does 1.75" include the stem?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:31 PMAsk away Lloyd! With the stem it's more like 2" - to be honest the face is a little larger than I'm used to as well but it actually ends up being quite bold and stands out in a good way. The size compliments the simplicity in the watch face design and people compliment it all the time (before they even know that we own the company)
Judith
2/6/2017 11:26 AMHow wide is the face of the watch? Same question for the band. Thanks, JudyN
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:53 AMHey Judith here are the full watch specs
Case: 42mm stainless steel construction
Crystal: Scratch resistant hardened mineral crystal
Band: 22mm ultra thick genuine leather
Movement: Custom Miyota Japanese quartz with date window in “6” position
Water Resistance: 10 ATM/100m/330ft. Rated for swimming & surfing.
Eileen
2/6/2017 11:30 AMDo you have any intention to branch out into women's watches? The same clean look with a smaller face would be great.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:53 AMWe have a few ladies that like the "boy friend" style watch so they have actually purchased Vierra Watches for themselves but we will definitely look into making something a little smaller for the ladies - thanks for your feedback!!
S
2/6/2017 11:34 AMConfused about manufacturing origins. The main description says Made in the USA, but the details under the leather watch said Made in Japan. Which is correct?
Also, I'd enjoy seeing the diameter and thickness in metric (mm), not just inches, as metric seems more common for watches. Thanks.
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 12:01 PMHi S, it is made in Japan as watches are from the origination of their quartz. It was our mistake to put 'made in the USA.'
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:19 PMHey S!
All parts are sourced from Japan and the company is based in the USA. Here are the full specs on the watch as well
Case: 42mm stainless steel construction
Crystal: Scratch resistant hardened mineral crystal
Band: 22mm ultra thick genuine leather
Movement: Custom Miyota Japanese quartz with date window in “6” position
Water Resistance: 10 ATM/100m/330ft. Rated for swimming & surfing.
Katrina
2/6/2017 11:35 AMHi, The description says made in the USA, but further down it says made in Japan, so which is it? Also, what is the power source for this watch?
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 12:09 PMThey are made in Japan, Katrina. It was our mistake to put made in the USA.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:20 PMHey Katrina (nice name by the way)
All parts are sourced in Japan and the company is based in the USA. A standard watch battery is the power source and here are the full specs as well
Case: 42mm stainless steel construction
Crystal: Scratch resistant hardened mineral crystal
Band: 22mm ultra thick genuine leather
Movement: Custom Miyota Japanese quartz with date window in “6” position
Water Resistance: 10 ATM/100m/330ft. Rated for swimming & surfing.
S
2/6/2017 11:38 AMThe leather band page shows a wrist shot of a white watchface with gold tone hands and hour markings. Is there a white/gold combination, or only the white-with-black markings?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 11:55 AMthe white watch face actually has silver reflective tic marks so depending on the lighting they look slightly different colors
Joan
2/6/2017 11:56 AMHi, Eric. The description says the band is 3" deep and adjustable, but it doesn't really give a length range. (Saying it's 3" deep is kind of like trying to buy a pair of slacks that say the waist is 14" deep. Lol!) My husband has a big wrist and I can never find a watch that fits him.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:08 PMhaha great point Joan the watch is 11" long approximately :)
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:09 PMIf it doesn't fit depending on the model you order (leather or silicone) we can source extra long bands for you!
Joan
2/6/2017 12:56 PM@Eric That's great! Thanks!
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 1:25 PMAnytime!!
Terence
2/6/2017 11:56 AMEric will band fit a 9" diam. wrist
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:09 PMthe watch is 11" long so it would be pretty close! If it doesn't fit depending on the model you order (leather or silicone) we can source extra long bands for you!
Kenneth
2/6/2017 12:08 PMIs your date setting smart enough to respond to the month of February?
Kenneth
2/6/2017 12:14 PM@Kenneth ... and, is it battery powered or wound spring?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:22 PMThis watch is battery powered and unfortunately the month of February still throws it for a loop but the date is easily adjusted
Dale
2/6/2017 12:29 PMWill you be making these for women? We love elegance and simplicity also.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:45 PMHey!
We've actually seen in fashion trends that a lot of ladies are liking bigger faced watches these days. Our watch fits most wrist sizes comfortably without being too bulky. On women the watch looks bold yet not overly done. However a lot of ladies do like the traditional smaller faces so we are going to start developing a womens line as well. Thanks for your feedback!!
Alexander
2/6/2017 12:29 PMConfirm this watch has a BATTERY quartz movement.
Do you lifetime warranty the battery? Also what service (every 5 years) is required and is it covered under the Lifetime Warranty?
Last question - Is the Black Metal watchband also covered by warranty?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:46 PMThe watch is battery powered and does have a quartz movement. The battery is not covered by the lifetime warranty but the black metal band is. If any thing breaks or becomes defective we will cover it.
Sandra
2/6/2017 12:31 PMNow, design one for women!?
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 12:47 PMHey Sandra!
We've actually seen in fashion trends that a lot of ladies are liking bigger faced watches these days. Our watch fits most wrist sizes comfortably without being too bulky. On women the watch looks bold yet not overly done. However a lot of ladies do like the traditional smaller faces so we are going to start developing a womens line as well. Thanks for your feedback!!
Beth
2/6/2017 1:14 PMthere needs to be a picture of the clasps on the site for each watch - close-up and laid out flat. Lose the picture of the outside of the boxes - what's the point?
Mike – Grommet Team
2/6/2017 1:37 PMPhotos of the outside of the boxes give you an idea of the watch's packaging, Beth. We'll see if we can get those photos up.
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 1:37 PMGreat feedback Beth we will take that into consideration!
William
2/6/2017 1:26 PMEric, please advise if you and Jeremy are the importers of record for the Vierra brand and if the complete watch( watch head, strap and box) are all imported from Japan, country of origin for the movement as indicated. Also, please provide the name of the company doing the fulfillment and providing the guarantee as I understand Grommet is the product launch company. All the best!!
Eric – Special Guest
2/6/2017 1:34 PMHey William!
Eric and I are the founders of Vierra Watches which is based in the US. We do all product design and then source our parts and pieces (watch heads, straps, etc ) from japan. We assemble the watches in our various locations (VA, FL, TX) based on demand and ship them out from the US. We have partnered with Grommet to provide their awesome customer base an opportunity to check out our product. Hope this answers all of your questions!
David
2/6/2017 2:57 PMAttractive watch. What sort of clasp is on the metal bracelet? Deployment clasp? Any way to make a temporary adjustment in bracelet length to accommodate a wet suit (for off-season surfing)? Does the movement include a hacking mechanism (to preserve battery life and to allow for synchronization with a time standard)? Does the crown screw onto the case (to improve water resistance and to prevent accidental resetting of the time/date)? I understand that you are not making a watch that is suitable for scuba diving. However, some of us have active lifestyles that require a pretty hearty watch in order for it to be something that "never had to come off".