Slow Water Trading Post is a small Native American goods store at The Stables, 4 Saleyards Rd in Puhoi, rated 4.2 from 18 reviews. Opened at locals' urging after the owner's years travelling the States, it's described as a hidden gem full of hats, jewellery and one-of-a-kind pieces, and stock can be browsed or ordered online.
A good trading post lives or dies on provenance. Genuine turquoise and sterling silver from the American Southwest usually carries a maker's stamp, and the silversmithing traditions of the Zuni, Navajo and Hopi have passed down through generations, so it pays to ask who made a piece and where the stone came from. Expect hand-picked goods rather than factory lines: fringed clothing, western hats, boots and beadwork alongside the silver. Regulars also know the best stock rarely makes it online, so ask in person.
Tucked into Puhoi's historic village, this is a quiet find for anyone drawn to the American West.