The 7 Best Watch Shops In Brisbane For 2024
— 7 February 2024

The 7 Best Watch Shops In Brisbane For 2024

— 7 February 2024
Nick Kenyon
WORDS BY
Nick Kenyon

For watch collectors and enthusiasts based in Brisbane, there might not be as many places to buy and sell compared to Sydney or Melbourne, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t excellent watch dealers in the city.

From the authorised watch dealers of Rolex, Cartier, and TAG Heuer, to the best vintage and pre-owned dealer shops offering a range of rare and collectable timepieces, Brisbane is a city where you can find it all.

So whether you’re hunting for a special watch to celebrate a professional or personal milestone, or you’re after a gift for a birthday or anniversary, you’ll be able to find what you’re looking for in Brisbane. Let’s get into it.



Note: this list is not ranked.

Boss Hunting’s Favourite Watch Shops In Brisbane

The Hour Glass Brisbane

Best Watch Shops Brisbane
Address: 171 Edward St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Contact: (07) 3221 9133
Opening Hours: Monday — Friday (10 AM — 5:30 PM); Saturday (10 AM — 5 PM); Sunday (10 AM — 4 PM)
Other Locations: Melbourne & Sydney
Main Brands: 
  • Patek Philippe
  • Rolex
  • Jaeger-LeCoultre
  • IWC
  • Panerai
  • Piaget
  • Chopard

If The Hour Glass sounds familiar, that’s probably because of its status as a leading authorised watch dealer in Asia and Australia, with multi-brand stores in both Melbourne and Sydney. Not only that, but The Hour Glass also owns and operates the Tudor boutique in Brisbane.

If you’re seeking an elevated experience in the capable hands of well-trained and knowledgeable sales staff, The Hour Glass in Brisbane should be your first port of call. As the exclusive authorised retailer of Patek Philippe, and one of two authorised Rolex dealers in the city, it’s well worth a visit — even if you’re only considering a purchase and are interested in seeking a few watches in the metal.


Vintage Watch Co.

Address: Shop Shop 12-13 Ground Level, Brisbane Arcade, 160 Queen Street, Brisbane Qld 4000
Contact: (07) 3210 6722
Opening Hours: Monday — Friday (9:30 AM — 5 PM); Saturday (10 AM — 4 PM); Sunday (10 AM — 3 PM)
Main Brands: 
  • Rolex
  • Patek Philippe
  • Omega
  • Cartier
  • TAG Heuer
  • IWC
  • Breitling
  • Seiko

Originally founded in Sydney and relocated to Brisbane in 2003, Vintage Watch Co. is one of the most well-respected and trusted vintage and modern pre-owned watch dealers in the city.

Buying and selling a huge range of different brands including the likes of Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, and beyond, the boutique is also an authorised dealer for new watches from brands such as Seiko, U-Boat, Longines, Tissot, and more.

Located in a charming store in the art deco-styled Brisbane Arcade, you can expect honest prices and deep horological expertise.


Hardy Brothers

Address: 188 Edward St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Contact: (07) 3625 8000
Opening Hours: Monday — Friday (9:30 AM — 5:30 PM); Saturday (10 AM — 5 PM); Sunday (10 AM — 4 PM)
Other Locations: Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast, Perth
Main Brands: 
  • Jacob & Co.
  • Breitling
  • Longines
  • Bell & Ross
  • Oris

Since its founding more than 150 years ago, the team at Hardy Brothers have made and sold some of the finest jewellery and watches in Australia, with a Royal Warrant of Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen.

Their stores can be found all across the country, showcasing a line-up of well-respected watch brands on offer. Expect warm and enthusiastic service from the Brisbane boutique.

From a jaw-droppingly luxe Jacob & Co., sleekly sporty Breitling, to a Longines for your significant other, Hardy Brothers’ knowledgeable staff will be able to help.


Langfords Brisbane

Best Watch Shops Brisbane
Address: 260 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Contact: (07) 3210 0614
Opening Hours: Monday — Friday (9 AM — 5 PM); Saturday (10 AM — 5 PM)
Other Locations: Gold Coast
Main Brands: 
  • Rolex

One of the longest-running family jewellers in Queensland and the proprietors of the first Rolex boutique in Brisbane, Langfords also runs the Rolex boutique on the Gold Coast.

Exclusively dealing in new Rolex watches, the team at Langfords has an impressive depth of knowledge about the brand and is constantly working to improve the way they operate for the best customer service possible.

If Rolex is the only brand your heart desires, make sure Langfords is on your list to visit.


Harrington & Co.

Address: 165 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba QLD 4102
Contact: (07) 3891 3880
Opening Hours: Monday — Friday (10 AM — 4 PM)
Main Brands: 
  • Rolex
  • Omega
  • Cartier
  • TAG Heuer

Harrington & Co. is another vintage and pre-owned watch shop in Brisbane, which also offers a wide range of collectable art objects and jewellery.

Operating since 2002, the team have built a reputation as an honest and reliable dealer of interesting and unusual watches, including rare Swiss and English clocks, pocket watches, and even stopwatches.


Wallace Bishop Brisbane

Address: 2/117 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Contact: (07) 3625 8100
Opening Hours: Monday — Friday (9 AM — 5:30 PM); Saturday (9 AM — 5 PM); Sunday (10 AM — 4 PM)
Other Locations: Tweed Heads, Tuggerah, Dubbo, & more
Main Brands: 
  • TAG Heuer
  • Longines
  • Rado
  • Tissot
  • Raymond Weil
  • Seiko Casio

Wallace Bishop has been a long-trusted name in the watches and jewellery landscape of Australia for more than a century; and was once the manufacturer of the coveted Melbourne Cup.

With more than 50 stores around the country, Brisbane was the location of the brand’s first boutique and remains one of the most important. It’s a destination where you can expect friendly service and expert advice.


Time Only

Address: 19/10 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Contact: +61 401 888 806
Opening Hours: Monday — Saturday (10 AM — 5:30 PM)
Other Locations: Sydney & Melbourne
Main Brands: 
  • Patek Philippe
  • Audemars Piguet
  • Richard Mille
  • Rolex

Time Only is a predominantly online watch dealer aimed at the collecting community of Australia, working to bring some of the world’s rarest watches Down Under.

While the site may suggest some timepieces are out of stock, simply get in contact directly with the team for a discussion about the watches you’re looking for, and they’ll begin the sourcing process.

As well as selling an enormous range of truly blue chip pre-owned modern watches, Time Only is also an authorised dealer for a number of different rare and collectable brands including the likes of Armin Strom, D.Dornblüth & Sohn, Habring2, Konstantin Chaykin, Lang & Heyne, Lang & Heyne, and more.

For the most coveted watches out there, Time Only is there to help you track down that special piece.


If you’ve enjoyed this guide to all of the best watch shops in Brisbane, check out a few of our favourite related articles below:

Shop B.H. Magazine

Nick Kenyon
WORDS by
Nick Kenyon is the Editor of Boss Hunting, joining the team after working as the Deputy Editor of luxury watch magazine Time+Tide. He has a passion for watches, with other interests across style, sports and more. Get in touch at nick (at) luxity.com.au

TAGS

Share the article