gaugenyc
Brooklyn, New York ·
gaugenyc
Metal letters, numbers, wire words,initial jewelryBrooklyn, New York 6239 Sales On Etsy since 2009
Metal table numbers freestanding for weddings/events/parties-Empire 4" now COPPER numbers too!
$10.00
Metal letters freestanding/Initials/Alphabet A-Z signage/Empire
$10.00
Initial Necklace-Personalization Jewelry-14k Gold filled wire-Monogram Pendant as seen on Heather Dubrow
$88.00
Metal signs-wire words. Words we have in stock. NOW available in NATURAL BRONZE! See second photo!
$30.00
Bestseller
Announcement
WE HAVE over 6000 sales and 1000 reviews!!! THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT OVER ALL THESE YEARS. We are the original designers of words and initials in metal wire and metal strips.
Gauge Inc. located in Brooklyn, NY has been handcrafting unique objects in metal for many years. Founded by Paul Smotrys, a self-taught artist, he started showing his sculpture in Philadelphia in his early twenties. “I’ve always been fascinated by the opposing properties of metal. For example, hard/soft, sharp/smooth, immediate/laborious.”
He met Mie back in 1985, together they started making jewelry. They showed their collection at wholesale shows, Paul made a sign in aluminum, "Gauge nyc" to display in the booth. First customer asked if the letters were for sale, they said no. The second, then the third asked, they said yes.
That was the beginning of designing and making of metal objects in monograms, letters, numbers and words.
It's always have been important to make every item by hand. the products are so clean and simple, the quality had to be superb and it needed to have that individual, show of hand that only handmade items would have.
Some of their objects include decorative letters and words in many styles. Personal cake toppers, coolest initial jewelry in 14k gold and sterling silver.
They have a patented design of wire words with bent back prongs that goes into a wall, making the words to "float" Now imitated by so many designers.
Gauge nyc is truly a pioneer in personalization industry in metal wire and sheets. They now sell all over the world to discerning stores and customers, but still manages to hand craft every item in the studio, beginning to end.
We can ship internationally, please convo us about shipping costs.
ATTENTION: Every item of ours-Gauge Inc. AKA Gauge nyc are copyright protected. They've been documented, as to when, where and how they were designed with the U.S. government.
Announcement
WE HAVE over 6000 sales and 1000 reviews!!! THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT OVER ALL THESE YEARS. We are the original designers of words and initials in metal wire and metal strips.
Gauge Inc. located in Brooklyn, NY has been handcrafting unique objects in metal for many years. Founded by Paul Smotrys, a self-taught artist, he started showing his sculpture in Philadelphia in his early twenties. “I’ve always been fascinated by the opposing properties of metal. For example, hard/soft, sharp/smooth, immediate/laborious.”
He met Mie back in 1985, together they started making jewelry. They showed their collection at wholesale shows, Paul made a sign in aluminum, "Gauge nyc" to display in the booth. First customer asked if the letters were for sale, they said no. The second, then the third asked, they said yes.
That was the beginning of designing and making of metal objects in monograms, letters, numbers and words.
It's always have been important to make every item by hand. the products are so clean and simple, the quality had to be superb and it needed to have that individual, show of hand that only handmade items would have.
Some of their objects include decorative letters and words in many styles. Personal cake toppers, coolest initial jewelry in 14k gold and sterling silver.
They have a patented design of wire words with bent back prongs that goes into a wall, making the words to "float" Now imitated by so many designers.
Gauge nyc is truly a pioneer in personalization industry in metal wire and sheets. They now sell all over the world to discerning stores and customers, but still manages to hand craft every item in the studio, beginning to end.
We can ship internationally, please convo us about shipping costs.
ATTENTION: Every item of ours-Gauge Inc. AKA Gauge nyc are copyright protected. They've been documented, as to when, where and how they were designed with the U.S. government.
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Custom listing for Francesca
$340.00 Free shipping
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Custom listing for Maria
$126.00
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Custom listing for Melissa
$130.00
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Custom listing for Heather("piccola mia" )
$80.00
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Custom listing for Doris(2)
$144.00 Free shipping
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Custom listing for Nicholas B.(click for description)
$112.00
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Custom listing for Stephanie
$70.00
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More odds and ends wire words on SALE! Up to 75% off!!!
$15.00
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Custom listing for Sophie C.
$100.00
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Various heart shape necklaces for your Valentine! See description for details.
$60.00
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LOVE earrings with the heart shape for letter O in 14K Goldfill
$145.00
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Clearance SALE! Xmas related wire words and others, marked down to sell!
$10.00
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Big clearance SALE, "bonjour" word sculpture
$24.00
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Metal Shaker box-54/17
$250.00 Free shipping
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Metal letters freestanding-mini 2" LOVE HOME HOPE with letter O or heart shape!
$29.00
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Metal room numbers-Custom number signs
$15.00
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Initial Necklace-Personalization Jewelry-14k Gold filled wire-Monogram Pendant as seen on Heather Dubrow
$88.00
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Metal table numbers freestanding for weddings/events/parties-Empire 4" now COPPER numbers too!
$10.00
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Initial Necklace-Personalized Jewelry-Sterling Silver-Mini
$60.00
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Metal letters freestanding/Initials/Alphabet A-Z signage/Empire
$10.00
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Metal signs-wire words. Words we have in stock. NOW available in NATURAL BRONZE! See second photo!
$30.00
Bestseller
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Modern Initial/Personalized Cake toppers (Empire/mini) Silver and Gold
$7.00
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Metal wire word love and custom names/words in new mid size!
$60.00
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Wire metal words-phrases nursery wall decor
$35.00
Reviews
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Elise Kelner on Sep 20, 2018
5 out of 5 starsSuch a GORGEOUS piece of art. I love everything about it. Especially how easy it is to hang! Wish I could have a million more in my home!
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anx88 on Sep 17, 2018
5 out of 5 starsLove my letters! Very well made and beautiful.
I'm using them as a cake topper and then going to weld them and put a string on it to use as a Christmas ornament and keep them forever.
Thanks Paul!
Updates
About
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This is Paul's corner, working on some new designs.
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Our poetic words wall, ready for patina.
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Hammer collection!
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The studio is at Industry City, Brooklyn. We have some old school tools!
Ahead of the metal curve
Gauge Inc. located in Brooklyn, NY has been handcrafting unique objects in metal for many years. Founded by Paul Smotrys, a self-taught artist, he started showing his sculpture in Philadelphia in his early twenties. “I’ve always been fascinated by the opposing properties of metal. For example, hard/soft, sharp/smooth, immediate/laborious.”
He met Mie back in 1985, together they started making jewelry. They showed their collection at wholesale shows, Paul made a sign in aluminum, "Gauge nyc" to display in the booth. First customer asked if the letters were for sale, then said no. The second, then the third asked, they said yes.
That was the beginning of designing and making of metal objects in monograms, letters, numbers and words.
It's always have been important to make every item by hand. the products are so clean and simple, the quality had to be superb and it needed to have that individual, show of hand that only handmade items would have.
Some of their objects include decorative letters and words in many styles. Personal cake toppers, coolest initial jewelry in 14k gold and sterling silver.
Gauge nyc is truly a pioneer in personalization industry in metal wire and sheets. They now sell all over the world to discerning stores and customers, but still manages to hand craft every item in the studio, beginning to end.
Shop members
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Paul Smotrys
Owner
A self-taught artist, he started showing his sculpture in Philadelphia in his early twenties. “I’ve always been fascinated by the opposing properties of metal. For example, hard/soft, sharp/smooth, immediate/laborious.”
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Mie
Partner/wife
Full time Painter, part time Gauger. Makes sure everything flows in the studio. Paul and Mie have been together since 1985.
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Massi and Manwa
Assistant
We have Manwa, Massi and camera shy Oscar and Jului helping us make everything. They all have specialty like soldering, finishing, etc. but we try to switch the jobs around to make it more fun.
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Otto
Our Baby
Otto comes to the studio when he is off from school, to learn some trade secrets!
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
- Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
Payment
Shipping
Allow 7-10 days for delivery. Expedited shipping is available upon request. You will receive an email with tracking information once your shipment has been processed.
We ship internationally using USPS.
Additional policies and FAQs
Thanks again for your visit!