WINDUP WATCH FAIR NEW YORK 2026
Discover Prestex at Windup Watch Fair New York 2026
10+ Years of Windup · 160+ Brands · Free Entry · October 16–18, 2026
New York is about to become one of the biggest meeting points for independent watchmaking, collectors and watch enthusiasts as the Windup Watch Fair returns to Center 415 on Fifth Avenue from October 16–18, 2026.
Now more than a decade into its journey, Windup has become one of the most accessible and engaging watch fairs in the United States. With more than 160 brands, free entry and no registration required, it gives visitors the chance to discover watches in person, meet the people behind the brands and experience mechanical watchmaking away from the traditional retail environment.
Prestex will be exhibiting in New York, bringing a selection of British designed watches to one of the most exciting events in the independent watch calendar.
Meet Prestex at Windup Watch Fair New York
Windup is an opportunity to discover watches properly. Rather than simply looking at photographs online, visitors can handle watches, try them on, compare different models and talk directly with the people behind the brands.
For anyone discovering Prestex for the first time, the New York fair will provide an opportunity to explore a broad selection of the current collection, including new releases, mechanical watches, classic designs and sports models.
Among the highlights will be the Prestex Big Date, the distinctive Marcato Jumping Hour, the Parker collection, Valjoux 7750 powered chronographs and a selection of other classic and sports watches.
Discover the New Prestex Big Date
One of the latest additions to the Prestex collection is the Big Date Automatic, bringing a distinctive interpretation of one of mechanical watchmaking's most useful complications.
The large date display gives the watch a strong visual identity while retaining the balanced proportions and understated character associated with Prestex.
Seeing the Big Date in person provides an opportunity to appreciate the dial architecture, case proportions and finishing in a way that photographs simply cannot replicate.
Experience the Prestex Marcato Jumping Hour
The Prestex Marcato Jumping Hour is one of the most distinctive watches in the collection and is particularly suited to an event such as Windup.
Instead of using a conventional hour hand, Marcato displays the hour through a dedicated jumping hour aperture, with the hour changing instantaneously as each new hour begins. The central hand indicates the minutes, creating an unusual but intuitive interpretation of time.
Powered by a Swiss made Sellita SW300 automatic movement and Prestex JP1 jumping hour module, Marcato combines mechanical ingenuity with a distinctly British design language.
The 39mm stainless steel cushion case, detailed dial and exhibition case back give the Marcato a strong presence on the wrist while maintaining a refined and wearable character.
The latest Marcato configurations also introduce additional strap choices, giving collectors more ways to personalise the watch.
Explore the Prestex Parker Collection
The Prestex Parker offers a more traditional expression of British watch design, combining classic proportions with contemporary mechanical watchmaking.
From the Parker Mechanical to the wider Parker collection, these watches are designed for collectors who appreciate restrained design, strong proportions and the versatility of a watch that can be worn across formal and everyday settings.
Windup is an ideal opportunity to compare the different Parker models side by side and discover which configuration works best on the wrist.
Valjoux 7750 Powered Chronographs
For enthusiasts looking for a more technical side of the collection, Prestex will also showcase watches powered by the renowned Valjoux 7750 automatic chronograph movement.
The Valjoux 7750 has become one of the best known automatic chronograph movements in modern Swiss watchmaking, making it a particularly interesting choice for enthusiasts who value mechanical complexity and traditional chronograph functionality.
Discover the Wider Prestex Collection
Marcato, Big Date, Parker and the Valjoux 7750 are just part of the wider Prestex collection.
Visitors can also discover the Verimatic, Bolton, Rivington GMT, Chronograph, Belmont 300 Diver and other watches across the current collection.
Prestex Verimatic
Refined British automatic watchmaking with a clean and versatile design.
Prestex Bolton
Classic British design with understated elegance and everyday versatility.
Prestex Parker
Traditional proportions and distinctive British inspired design.
Prestex Chronograph
Precision chronographs combining functionality with British design.
Prestex Belmont 300 Diver
A robust automatic diver designed for sport and everyday wear.
British Designed Watchmaking in New York
Prestex draws on a long family watchmaking heritage while taking a contemporary approach to design and mechanical watchmaking.
The collection brings together classic proportions, modern engineering and distinctive details across a range of watches designed to be worn rather than simply admired.
Windup provides an especially fitting environment for Prestex because independent watchmaking is at the heart of the event. Visitors can discover the thinking behind each watch, ask questions and compare different approaches to design and mechanics.
Why Windup Watch Fair Is Worth Visiting
Windup is more than a traditional watch exhibition. It is designed around the experience of discovering watches and meeting the people who make and sell them.
- 160+ brands under one roof
- Free entry
- No registration required
- Independent watchmakers and established brands
- Watchmaking demonstrations
- Panels and talks
- Collector meetups
- Hands on watch experiences
- Live activations
Whether you are an experienced collector, a long time watch enthusiast or simply looking for your first mechanical watch, Windup offers an unusually accessible way to explore the modern watch landscape.
160+ Watch Brands in One Place
The strength of Windup is the diversity of brands taking part. Independent makers, established watch companies, specialist suppliers and emerging names come together under one roof.
That makes it possible to discover watches you may never encounter through conventional retail channels and to compare different approaches to design, movements, materials and finishing.
For collectors, it is also an opportunity to discover what is happening across the independent watch industry and identify brands and models that could become future favourites.
Where Is Windup Watch Fair New York?
Windup Watch Fair New York 2026
Center 415
415 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10016
October 16–18, 2026
Friday: 12pm–6pm
Saturday: 12pm–6pm
Sunday: 12pm–5pm
Entry: Free
Registration: Not required
Visit Prestex at Windup New York
If you are attending Windup Watch Fair New York, make sure Prestex is on your list.
Come and discover the latest Prestex Big Date, experience the distinctive Marcato Jumping Hour, explore the Parker collection, see the mechanical engineering behind the Valjoux 7750 chronographs and discover the wider collection of classic and sports watches.
Most importantly, come and talk watches.
Windup is about meeting the people behind the brands, discovering new ideas and experiencing watches properly. For Prestex, it is a chance to bring British designed watchmaking to one of the most passionate watch communities in the world.
We look forward to seeing you in New York.
