9 CURTIS AUSTRALIA – International Watch Brand created in Gippsland

INTERNATIONAL WATCH BRAND

CRAFTED IN GIPPSLAND

BY PAUL HENDERSON

THE ELEGANT AND REFINED LADIES MYST WATCH BY CURTIS AUSTRALIA, AVAILABLE ON A SOLID GOLD BRACELET (AS PICTURED) OR A FINE LEATHER BAND There are many things you can find in Gippsland, proudly made by Gippslanders, but would you have expected stunning pieces from an internationally renowned jeweller and watchmaker?

You can find them gracing the exclusive pages of Forbes and International Watch Magazine. You can also find them here in Gippsland, in Bairnsdale.

Yes - tucked away in Bairnsdale, this family owned and operated studio has quietly been crafting away and making waves all across the globe for decades. Their award-winning original designs have led to their pieces becoming highly sought after and coveted by many an elite; an audience that have developed a deep appreciation for the unique designs and techniques that can only be found at Curtis Australia.

WATCHES WITH THE PRECISION OF A WORLD-CLASS AUTOMATIC SWISS MOVEMENT, THE STYLING OF A WORLD-CLASS DESIGN HOUSE AND CRAFTSMANSHIP OF A WORLD-CLASS WORKSHOP.

Painstakingly handcrafted, every aspect of every piece is very carefully considered – right down to the softness of the lines on each watch, its tactile feel, the gem stones selected to compliment the design. The inclusion of a window on the case back of the Motima RT provides a view of the custom engraved rotor and each gold screw that secures it has been individually handcrafted.

“TO GET SOME INKLING OF THE CRAFTSMANSHIP AND SKILL THAT GO INTO A CURTIS AUSTRALIA WATCH, CRAFTED IN VICTORIA BY WORLD-RENOWNED JEWELLER GLENN CURTIS, JUST TURN ONE OVER... THE SCREWS THAT SECURE THE CASE-BACK ARE A WORK OF ART IN THEIR OWN RIGHT.”

STEVE COLQUHOUN, ROBB REPORT

In their comprehensive studio complex, Curtis Australia's skilled artisans blend cutting-edge methodologies with techniques developed over their decades of experience alchemy-like to create timepieces and jewellery to astound.

When you see the watch in person, when you wear it on your wrist – you can truly appreciate the details; its reassuring yet comfortable weight, the ease of fastening the deployment system, the way the light dances and plays across the shimmering dial.

Like their fine jewellery pieces, all Curtis watches are handcrafted one at a time; no two are exactly the same – with close attention you may notice an almost imperceptible variation between watches, a natural difference as part of a craftsman's touch. Every watch Curtis create is individually numbered, and its first owner is recorded for perpetuity.

With over 50 years experience in jewellery design & creation

THE DISTINGUISHED MOTIMA RT BY CURTIS AUSTRALIA, AVAILABLE WITH A VARIETY OF BOLD DIAL COLOUR OPTIONS ON A FINE LEATHER BAND (AS PICTURED) OR TWO-TONE STAINLESS STEEL BAND.

Led by Glenn Curtis, master jeweller and designer with over 40 years experience, the studio forges its own way ahead – inspired by the idyllic surroundings of the Victorian Riviera.

“GLENN CURTIS IS NO DOUBT ONE OF THE GREAT THINGS ABOUT AUSTRALIA - IF QUALITY IS IN THE DETAIL, AND I BELIEVE IT IS, THEN THE PRODUCTS OFFERED BY ‘CURTIS AUSTRALIA’ ARE INDEED OF THE HIGHEST CALIBER”

NANCY OLSON, STYLUS MAGAZINE, USA

Visit the studio to see these stunning timepieces in person, meet the man behind the vision and learn the history of this renowned studio.

WHEN YOU'VE JEWELLERY TO REPAIR, RESTORE OR EVEN REMODEL, GLENN AND HIS TEAM AT CURTIS AUSTRALIA IN BAIRNSDALE ARE READY TO HELP.

You'll be assured of a warm welcome, and more importantly, the professional service and care your jewellery deserves. Next time you're in Bairnsdale, pop in and say hello – there's a lot to see. Browse and be inspired by their unique jewellery collections, see a growing range of exclusive Australian made solid gold Curtis watches and wonder at their ranges of beautifully imagined silver pens, all created in house. This really is more than just a jewellers, this is a destination too.

AND DON'T FORGET THAT ADVICE ON YOUR PRECIOUS JEWELLERY IS FREELY GIVEN TOO!

You can see more at Curtis Australia’s stunning work at www.curtisaustralia.com or, next time you are in Bairnsdale, why not pop into their studio at 129 Macleod Street. Ph | 03 5152 1089