Connect
To Top

Check Out Jay Huang’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jay Huang.

Hi Jay, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Watch Space originally began as Scorpio Luxury, a company we registered in 2015 in the San Francisco Bay Area. As newcomers to the United States, we worked tirelessly to build our reputation and earn the trust of customers in the luxury watch industry.

Just as we were preparing to launch our new platform, WatchSpace.com, an unexpected tragedy struck. In 2023, two individuals posing as buyers used $500,000 in counterfeit cash to steal an equal value of high-end watches from us. While we were still working with the police to bring them to justice, disaster struck again. In less than two weeks, we were violently robbed by two other assailants, and I was severely injured in the attack.

Barely a week after I left the hospital, I faced another blow—not from criminals, but from someone I once trusted. My former business partner refused to take responsibility for the robbery losses and instead filed a lawsuit against me, falsely claiming that his investment had only been a loan. He demanded that I bear the entire financial burden alone.

Despite these devastating challenges, I refused to give up. With the support of my family, I stood back up. We restructured the company and founded Watch Space Inc., launching WatchSpace.com with a renewed mission: to deliver more professional, transparent, and secure services for our customers in the second-hand luxury watch market.

Today, Watch Space stands not just as a business, but as a symbol of resilience and determination—built through hardship, rebuilt with hope.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
We’ve also faced challenges from unreasonable customers. In one case, a client placed a deposit on a watch but later sent us a rude text message stating that he had decided to use the money to buy a car instead—and no longer wanted the watch. Per our clearly stated policy, we withheld the deposit to cover our losses.

Instead of accepting responsibility for his decision, he filed a lawsuit against us. The legal battle dragged on for nearly two years. But after a lengthy appeals process, we ultimately won the case. It was a hard-fought victory that reinforced the importance of standing by our principles and protecting our business against bad-faith behavior.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
Collecting is part of human nature—a way for people to connect with beauty, craftsmanship, and personal meaning. At Watch Space, our mission is simple: to help each client find the timepiece that truly speaks to them. Whether it’s a rare vintage model or a modern icon, we are here to guide, support, and deliver with professionalism and passion.
Wristwatches are among humanity’s earliest forms of autonomous mechanical devices. Imagine capturing the passage of time—not with screens or batteries, but through gears, levers, and precision. With nothing but a wound spring powering a network of wheels and a pair of hands, a mechanical watch brings time to life in its purest form.

At Watch Space, we deeply respect this blend of art and engineering. That’s why we’re passionate about helping our clients discover the timepieces that speak to their identity, taste, and journey. Each watch tells a story—not just of time, but of craftsmanship, resilience, and personal meaning.

Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
Last year, we welcomed three new partners into Watch Space—each bringing valuable expertise from different fields. One is a seasoned software engineer from Silicon Valley, another specializes in digital marketing and online growth, and the third has deep experience in operating and scaling retail chains.

Their involvement brought not only fresh capital but also new momentum to our platform’s development. With their support, we began integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into our services and launched a strategic plan to expand through franchise operations. These advancements have positioned Watch Space to serve a broader audience while maintaining the professionalism and precision we’re known for.

Contact Info:

Suggest a Story: VoyageLA is built on recommendations from the community; it’s how we uncover hidden gems, so if you or someone you know deserves recognition please let us know here.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

More in local stories