The Originator of the Modern Boxing Belt Turns 90!

Oct. 7, 2011 - PRLog -- Union City, NJ -- The past weekend was one of great joy for the Sahaghian family and Sartonk Designs, which celebrated Ardash Sahaghian’s 90th birthday. Surrounded by loved ones, the pioneering craftsman enjoyed dinner and dancing on Saturday night at a local Mediterranean restaurant. Familiar Armenian and Greek tunes brought the bright-eyed Sahaghian’s lively spirit to the dance floor with fellow patrons.

The weekend was topped off with a trip to a farm in upstate New York, where the family spent hours walking through orchards, picking apples, and enjoying sweet desserts. The time spent on the farm harked back to Sahaghian’s childhood in his native Romania, where he went fruit picking with his brother and friends. Now, at 90, a little less agile but still full of vigor, he and his wife, Nazeli, picked enough apples and tomatoes to give out to family and friends. “It was heart-warming to see them so joyful, walking arm-in-arm, taking in the fresh air. They got lost in the fun of the experience, forgetting both age and ailments,” commented Edward S. Majian, Ardash and Nazeli’s grandson and President of Sartonk Designs.

Of course, the weekend could not have been complete without conversations about work. As the originator of modern championship boxing belts over three decades ago, the elder Sahaghian still consults Sartonk Designs, providing valuable insight and experience. “So, this order you’re working on must be completed in a few days, right?” asked Ardash, while savoring his slice of strawberry shortcake. “Absolutely, but let’s enjoy the cake right now,” replied Edward with a smile, knowing his grandfather’s unparalleled work ethic all too well.

The Sahaghian family extends their deep appreciation to all the heartfelt birthday wishes they’ve received from friends in the boxing community!

To contact Sartonk Designs, send an e-mail to press@sartonk.com.

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Sartonk Designs is the most experienced company devoted to the craft of designing championship boxing belts. The belts currently seen on TV are virtually all the creations of Ardash Sahaghian, founder of Sartonk Designs. Three decades of design and going.