Gringer & Sons, Inc.

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At first glance it's evident that Gringer & Sons, established 1918, is a relic of the East Village of yore, when cramped, family-run businesses ruled. But while this cluttered, three-storefront appliance shop exudes history, its top-flight appliances are all brand new. Gringer attracts architects, interior designers, contractors and savvy consumers with its discounted prices. Clearance items�including microwaves, air conditioners and refrigerators�are prominently displayed in the windows, while wax food reproductions and funky painted columns serve as modest, kitschy décor. High-visibility, haute kitchen brands like Gaggenau, Wolf, SubZero, and Bosch share floor space with high-quality brand name appliances, like GE, Maytag, Frigidaire, Panasonic and Whirlpool, and a few lower-end alternatives like Goldstar. But what sets Gringer apart are its knowledgeable employees, great sources for the lowdown on what you're buying and on each manufacturer's post-sales service. One caveat: Although Gringer takes care of all installations, and delivers throughout the tri-state area, word on the street is that they're not always punctual. — Raven Snook

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