Our Story
Five Refined is the work of beekeeper, jeweler, watchmaker, designer, and craftsman Thomas Walsh V. With more than a decade of experience designing and creating jewelry, Thomas founded Five Refined as a place to bring together traditional craftsmanship, modern technology, and a lifelong interest in making things.
Few creatures have been as impactful on my life as the honeybee.
From custom jewelry and restoration to watchmaking and original design, much of the work at Five Refined is completed in-house with a hands-on approach. By combining traditional bench skills with modern tools such as CAD, CNC machining, 3D printing, laser technology, and state-of-the-art casting equipment, each project can be approached from both a craftsman’s and a designer’s perspective.
At its core, Five Refined is about creating pieces with a personal connection to the people who will own them. Customers work directly with the person designing and making their jewelry—whether creating something entirely new, restoring something meaningful, or simply finding the right piece.
When he isn't at the bench, Thomas can often be found working with the bees at Hive Five, the apiary he operates with his brother. Whether working with precious metals, machines, or honeybees, his interests have always centered around working with his hands, understanding how things work, and making something worthwhile from them.
Five Refined was built around a simple idea: jewelry should be personal, thoughtfully made, and made to last.