Hand-made in New Mexico, USA.
Anyone who has visited the Southwest is immediately struck by the clarity and color of the environment.
Adobe brown, Turquoise, Solar Yellow, Silver, Earth tone Red, and Green.
We looked to these colors for the dials of our legacy line of watches. The flagship piece of this line is the Chile pepper watch.
New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado are known for the varied use of the local Big Jim Chile pepper made famous in Hatch, New Mexico.
The adobe brown of the dial accents the two peppers (one red one green) and the antique fonts for “Velarde” and the 12-hour time numbers.
“Relojeros Esplendidos” (skilled watchmakers) is a salute to the Tri-Lingual history of the state which is enshrined in the state constitution. The watch case is 316L stainless steel with a mineral crystal, the hands are painted with Lume for dark viewing conditions.
The case back is engraved with Velarde 1903, Japan Movement, and is certified 30 Meters water resistance.
The heart of the watch is a Seiko Hattori TMI VJ20 movement. It is reliable, durable, accurate, and serviceable — a veritable workhorse suitable for a field watch. Band width is 18mm with a genuine leather band custom stamped and can easily be swapped for a NATO or Bund style.
VELARDE WARRANTY: 90 days from date of purchase**Your timepiece is covered by a 90-Day Limited Warranty starting from the original date of purchase, which strictly covers manufacturer defects in the watch movement, hands, and dial mechanisms. This warranty does not cover batteries, crystals, straps, cosmetic wear, or damage resulting from accidents, improper handling, or unauthorized repairs, which will immediately void all coverage. If a defect arises within the 90-day window, your watch will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. To initiate a claim, please email your proof of purchase to WatchmakerVelarde@fastmail.com to receive shipping instructions and authorized service.Hand-made in New Mexico, USA.
Anyone who has visited the Southwest is immediately struck by the clarity and color of the environment.
Adobe brown, Turquoise, Solar Yellow, Silver, Earth tone Red, and Green.
We looked to these colors for the dials of our legacy line of watches. The flagship piece of this line is the Chile pepper watch.
New Mexico, Arizona, and Colorado are known for the varied use of the local Big Jim Chile pepper made famous in Hatch, New Mexico.
The adobe brown of the dial accents the two peppers (one red one green) and the antique fonts for “Velarde” and the 12-hour time numbers.
“Relojeros Esplendidos” (skilled watchmakers) is a salute to the Tri-Lingual history of the state which is enshrined in the state constitution. The watch case is 316L stainless steel with a mineral crystal, the hands are painted with Lume for dark viewing conditions.
The case back is engraved with Velarde 1903, Japan Movement, and is certified 30 Meters water resistance.
The heart of the watch is a Seiko Hattori TMI VJ20 movement. It is reliable, durable, accurate, and serviceable — a veritable workhorse suitable for a field watch. Band width is 18mm with a genuine leather band custom stamped and can easily be swapped for a NATO or Bund style.
VELARDE WARRANTY: 90 days from date of purchase**Your timepiece is covered by a 90-Day Limited Warranty starting from the original date of purchase, which strictly covers manufacturer defects in the watch movement, hands, and dial mechanisms. This warranty does not cover batteries, crystals, straps, cosmetic wear, or damage resulting from accidents, improper handling, or unauthorized repairs, which will immediately void all coverage. If a defect arises within the 90-day window, your watch will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. To initiate a claim, please email your proof of purchase to WatchmakerVelarde@fastmail.com to receive shipping instructions and authorized service.The New Mexico Hot Air Balloon International Balloon Fiesta Watch with Seiko movement is a unisex quartz wristwatch with a unique design inspired by the New Mexico International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. Designed and assembled by a local watchmaker and leather artisan. This casual watch features a sky blue colored dial with arrow markers and Arabic numerals, housed in a silver stainless steel case with a smooth bezel. The watch comes with a two-piece brown leather strap, luminous hands, mineral crystal, and a 12-hour dial. With a water resistance of 3 meters, this watch is splash-proof and scratch-resistant, making it a stylish and functional accessory for any watch enthusiast. Support local artisans!
VELARDE WARRANTY: 90 days from date of purchase*Your timepiece is covered by a 90-Day Limited Warranty starting from the original date of purchase, which strictly covers manufacturer defects in the watch movement, hands, and dial mechanisms. This warranty does not cover batteries, crystals, straps, cosmetic wear, or damage resulting from accidents, improper handling, or unauthorized repairs, which will immediately void all coverage. If a defect arises within the 90-day window, your watch will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. To initiate a claim, please email your proof of purchase to WatchmakerVelarde@fastmail.com to receive shipping instructions and authorized service.The New Mexico Zia Dial watch with Seiko movement is a unisex casual wristwatch featuring a unique design inspired by the Zia Pueblo in New Mexico and was designed by a local watchmaker and leather craftsman. With a sleek silver stainless steel case and brown leather strap, this watch has a round 36mm dial with a logo pattern, arrow markers, and Arabic numerals. The watch is water-resistant up to 3m and comes with a 3-month manufacturer warranty. It also includes features such as luminous hands, mineral crystal, and easy-to-read large numerals, making it a stylish and functional accessory for everyday wear. Support local artists!
VELARDE WARRANTY: 90 days from date of purchase*
*Your timepiece is covered by a 90-Day Limited Warranty starting from the original date of purchase, which strictly covers manufacturer defects in the watch movement, hands, and dial mechanisms. This warranty does not cover batteries, crystals, straps, cosmetic wear, or damage resulting from accidents, improper handling, or unauthorized repairs, which will immediately void all coverage. If a defect arises within the 90-day window, your watch will be repaired or replaced at our discretion. To initiate a claim, please email your proof of purchase to WatchmakerVelarde@fastmail.com to receive shipping instructions and authorized service.
The New Mexico Hot Air Balloon International Balloon Fiesta Watch with Seiko movement is a unisex quartz wristwatch with a unique design inspired by the New Mexico International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta. Designed and assembled by a local watchmaker and leather artisan. This casual watch features a pottery colored dial with arrow markers and Arabic numerals, housed in a silver stainless steel case with a smooth bezel.
The watch comes with a two-piece brown leather strap, luminous hands, a mineral crystal, and a 12-hour dial. With a water resistance of 3 meters, this watch is splash-proof and scratch-resistant, making it a stylish and functional accessory for any watch enthusiast. Support local artisans!