Security with a Sting

Among the sparkling stones and precious metals in South Lyon Watch and Jewelry's display cases lives a small but menacing security team: live scorpions.

The dozen or so scorpions guard the Michigan store's one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewewllery designs. "Everyone loves them", owner Scott Ward said.

A sign at Eight Mile and Pontiac Trail advertises the store as "the world's most dangerous jeweler."
The store's motto is "Stay Alert, Stay Alive," when opening display cases to show items to customers.