About Us

Hi and Welcome!

My name is Kevin Zhou, and I’ve been collecting vintage watches since 2022. My journey into horology really started earlier, when I received my first watch as a high school graduation gift. I’ve always been drawn to the design, timelessness, and historical significance of older watches. There’s something special about a piece that has lived a life before you—carried memories, crossed borders, and survived trends. Within my personal collection, I’ve gravitated toward a range of brands, with a particular soft spot for vintage Universal Genève. 

I founded Galleries Vintage as an outlet to share that passion—both with seasoned collectors and people just getting into the hobby. I’ve spent an unreasonable amount of time scouring the internet, auction archives, forums, and books to learn as much as I can about the pieces I curate. 

At Galleries Vintage, I personally guarantee that every watch is authentic, genuine, and accurately described. I value disclosure, feedback, and communication above all else. If you’re interested in a piece, I genuinely want you to ask questions—about originality, servicing, condition, provenance, sizing, whatever’s on your mind. 

I’m always happy to chat, whether you’re ready to buy or just curious and learning.

Kevin Zhou
Founder & Curator, Galleries Vintage