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Announcement
ATTENTION: It's almost Christmas! You may still order from us, but please know that because everything is handmade, mail system is overwhelmed, we cannot guarantee it will arrive on time, even if you ship express. Thank you for all your support, it's been incredible especially this year.
Gauge Inc. located in Bronx, 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
ATTENTION: It's almost Christmas! You may still order from us, but please know that because everything is handmade, mail system is overwhelmed, we cannot guarantee it will arrive on time, even if you ship express. Thank you for all your support, it's been incredible especially this year.
Gauge Inc. located in Bronx, 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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Jamie on Nov 1, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThis Hello Beautiful sign is gorgeous and was the perfect addition to my daughter's nursery!! The seller was wonderful to work with!!
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randilu on Oct 27, 2020
5 out of 5 starsBought this for my new husband to go with my initial I bought from Gauge years ago. I absolutely love Gauge and I hope to buy more in the future!
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Lydia on Dec 26, 2020
5 out of 5 starsVery impressed with the craftmanship and the size! Ordering another for my mom!
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reileenu on Dec 10, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThese were the PERFECT accent to our reception table aesthetic for our intimate, destination wedding this month. They arrived approximately 2 weeks after ordering, as expected, and were beautifully crafted. L O V E them. Sidebar: it's an absolute bridal-bonus with the addition of the rental option! We can't thank you enough for helping bring our vision to life on our special day.
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Beverly on Nov 22, 2020
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful work. Exceeded my expectations Would order again!!
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cocoloribeth on Nov 20, 2020
5 out of 5 starsquality item - as described - quickly shipped. did have to contact re: the open seam of my "0", but would order from the shop again, no question.
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cocoloribeth on Nov 20, 2020
5 out of 5 starsquality item - as described - quickly shipped. did have to contact re: the open seam of my "0", but would order from the shop again, no question.
Updates
About gaugenyc
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Here's Paul being BOSS!
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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
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
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 are not responsible for lost packages due to incorrect address entry by the customer.
We ship internationally using USPS.
Additional policies and FAQs
Thanks again for your visit!