Precision, heritage, trust—when it comes to watchmaking, these characteristics matter more today than ever. Timepieces continue to grow increasingly intricate, so naturally the need for reliable service centers is essential. For more than 42 years Stoll & Co. has provided that service. Starting as a family-based operation in Dayton, Ohio, Ron and Emily Stoll’s company has serviced more than 3.5 million watches and continues to offer unparalleled craftsmanship.
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Committed to Quality From Day One
Mr. Stoll founded Stoll & Co. in 1982. Opening a shop in the back room of a jewelry store, Stoll set a fitting tone from day one. He immediately hired an award-winning watchmaker from Asia as his first employee. Four decades later, that employee still works for the company. Today, Stoll & Co. employs more than 40 skilled watchmakers. Add it all up, and the company has more than 550 years of combined experience. This expertise has made Stoll a premier purveyor of service and repair for vintage heirlooms and modern luxury designs. Porsche, Tag Heuer, and Carl F. Bucherer are just some of the iconic brands they offer factory service for.
Tackling Industry Challenges Head-On
As a place of employment, Stoll & Co. is a watchmaker’s dream. They offer opportunities for growth and more diversified work projects. Stuck in a field that is often undervalued, watchmakers view Stoll & Co. as a desirable workplace that values their skills and experience. Perhaps most appealing to these original watchmakers is how Stoll & Co. has provided accessible state-of-the-art tools. Ron makes that commitment very clear, always noting the precision and quality of the entire watchmaking arsenal, from pressure testers, to laser welders and crystal curing machines, Stoll really does have every tool under the sun.
Not only is Stoll & Co. intent on making life better for current watchmakers, but they’re doing their part to sustain the profession’s future. The company partners with watchmaking school WOSTEP to provide scholarship support and guaranteed job placements for graduates. This forward-looking action ensures a steady pipeline of highly skilled experts while addressing a critical industry need.
A Trusted Brand Among Buyers, Sellers, and Brands
While Stoll & Co. is the perfect place for watchmakers to call home, the brand is best known for the quality it delivers to customers. While it’s true that no other company can handle the quantity Stoll does (they service more than 100,000 watches each year), Stoll is synonymous with precision. Stoll uses RFID technology and proprietary management software to track every detail of each watch’s service. Watches can’t leave Stoll until they’ve been put through a rigorous three-day quality control process that includes timekeeping and power reserve testing. The result is flawless production, time and time again. This attention to detail is one reason why eBay relies on Stoll & Co. to authenticate its watches. Stoll has protected buyers and sellers worldwide by verifying hundreds of thousands of timepieces. This has enabled eBay to become the most trusted marketplace for luxury watches.
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Delivering Quality and Integrity—Like Clockwork
eBay’s reliance on Stoll & Co. reveals how Stoll has become successful. Having never taken out a loan or paid for advertising, they’ve instead focused on making sure each customer is fully satisfied, one by one. Much more than a repair center, the friendly people at Stoll & Co. are committed to service, craftsmanship, and education. As a result, Ron and Emily Stoll and their company have become well-respected stewards of the watchmaking process.
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