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afc1 · 12 July 2013, 04:02 AM

Hello everyone,

I'm considering purchasing a Rolex that needs bracelet repair and I am looking for a place to take it to get the stretch removed. While I'm familiar with Michael Young (who seems great btw) I am looking for someone in the US, as I am purchasing on behalf of a friend who wants the watch soon, and I'd rather not deal with sending it to HK. If anyone has someone who they recommend please let me know! Also, what does this type of repair generally cost?

Thanks very much!

mjclark32 · 12 July 2013, 04:15 AM

I haven't heard of anyone in the US that compares to the work MY does...

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 05:00 AM

It doesn't have to be perfect but improved somewhat. Hopefully someone has a recommendation! I must say MY's work looks fantastic but like I said I'd like to have this done soon and in the US if possible

MonBK · 12 July 2013, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by afc1

It doesn't have to be perfect but improved somewhat. Hopefully someone has a recommendation! I must say MY's work looks fantastic but like I said I'd like to have this done soon and in the US if possible

Not going to happen.

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by MonBK

Not going to happen.

I'd like to believe there is one person in the entire country that can repair Rolex bracelets. Maybe I'm wrong though....

versatile1 · 12 July 2013, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by afc1

I'd like to believe there is one person in the entire country that can repair Rolex bracelets. Maybe I'm wrong though....

Believe what you want but THERE IS NO EASTER BUNNY!

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by versatile1

Believe what you want but THERE IS NO EASTER BUNNY!

Ok maybe I'll give in..does anyone have michael's contact info? Hard to believe not a single person in the US does this but if it's the only option I will convince my friend to go with that, especially given how good his work is

badgtho · 12 July 2013, 05:07 AM

How about buying a strap for interim use and sending the bracelet out?

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by badgtho

How about buying a strap for interim use and sending the bracelet out?

Not a bad idea. This watch is for a friend though and he wants it ASAP. I'd be fine sending it out there, but it's not my call unfortunately.

badgtho · 12 July 2013, 05:11 AM

Is the friend totally sold on the bracelet or would a replacement / strap be ok.
I guess that's the real question

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by badgtho

Is the friend totally sold on the bracelet or would a replacement / strap be ok.
I guess that's the real question

He wants the bracelet and the only way to get the watch he wants in the right price range is to buy one that needs a little work. Good question though. Really hoping someone knows a person in the states that does this at a decent price.

Thanks again

mjclark32 · 12 July 2013, 05:13 AM

You can always open the business yourself, sounds like you wouldn't have any competition state side.

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 05:16 AM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

You can always open the business yourself, sounds like you wouldn't have any competition state side.

Not a bad idea! Ha

mjclark32 · 12 July 2013, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by afc1

Not a bad idea! Ha

50/50

Clay · 12 July 2013, 06:21 AM

Do it yourself...I restored my own 93160...It's not that hard...

badgtho · 12 July 2013, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Clay

Do it yourself...I restored my own 93160...It's not that hard...

Details?

Clay · 12 July 2013, 08:55 AM

I had a very old and beat up 93160...I Pulled the links apart...

I used an aluminum tape to take up the play in the pins...

Put it back together...Zero stretch...

77T · 12 July 2013, 09:07 AM

If you consider MY is the best choice, he is only an overnight pouch away - not really different than an overnight pouch to some other city in the US...

However, if you found a watchmaker in US willing to tackle it, then it might be his/her first rodeo methinks.

Just my 2¢

swils8610 · 12 July 2013, 09:45 AM

Go with MY. He's worth it.

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tedscott3 · 12 July 2013, 10:54 AM

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badgtho · 12 July 2013, 10:54 AM

What does he charge?

tedscott3 · 12 July 2013, 10:57 AM

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What does he charge?

Depends on what you have and what you want done.

franksrollie · 12 July 2013, 11:02 AM

Sent my bracelet (93150) to MY and very happy. Turnaround was about 6 weeks and cost about $120.00 plus shipping. I recommend 100%

Billywiz · 12 July 2013, 03:53 PM

There is a biz opportunity here for somone.

afc1 · 12 July 2013, 11:16 PM

Anyone have more suggestions before I open a bracelet repair business here? Lol

Seriously though any suggestion would be great. If not I'll see if my friend will ship out to hk

jd07251983 · 13 October 2018, 08:36 AM

How can you be assured that you are getting the exact same band back that you sent out?? And not a fake, or a different one? Also can you insure this package going to CHINA and back???

Seibei · 13 October 2018, 11:21 AM

Why not just get a new bracelet? Am I missing something obvious here?

jd07251983 · 13 October 2018, 09:42 PM

because then your rolex is no longer original, and is thus worth way less money.

Nordon · 7 June 2020, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Seibei

Why not just get a new bracelet? Am I missing something obvious here?

Because a stainless oyster costs $1500 plus Rolex wants the old bracelet. Having a new, unoriginal bracelet will kill the resale value of your timepiece

rouxeny · 14 October 2018, 11:28 AM

Also a new bracelet will cost $$$ compared to repair

12 July 2013, 04:02 AM	#1
afc1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 1,848	Bracelet stretch repair Hello everyone, I'm considering purchasing a Rolex that needs bracelet repair and I am looking for a place to take it to get the stretch removed. While I'm familiar with Michael Young (who seems great btw) I am looking for someone in the US, as I am purchasing on behalf of a friend who wants the watch soon, and I'd rather not deal with sending it to HK. If anyone has someone who they recommend please let me know! Also, what does this type of repair generally cost? Thanks very much! __________________ afc1 Watch Collection: Rolex and AP

12 July 2013, 04:15 AM	#2
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	I haven't heard of anyone in the US that compares to the work MY does... __________________

12 July 2013, 05:00 AM	#3
afc1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 1,848	It doesn't have to be perfect but improved somewhat. Hopefully someone has a recommendation! I must say MY's work looks fantastic but like I said I'd like to have this done soon and in the US if possible __________________ afc1 Watch Collection: Rolex and AP

12 July 2013, 05:07 AM	#8
badgtho "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CT Posts: 274	How about buying a strap for interim use and sending the bracelet out? __________________ 16610 Sub 1601 Datejust PAM 000 CA1215 Formula 1 Chrono Etc...

12 July 2013, 05:11 AM	#10
badgtho "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CT Posts: 274	Is the friend totally sold on the bracelet or would a replacement / strap be ok. I guess that's the real question __________________ 16610 Sub 1601 Datejust PAM 000 CA1215 Formula 1 Chrono Etc...

12 July 2013, 05:13 AM	#12
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	You can always open the business yourself, sounds like you wouldn't have any competition state side. __________________

12 July 2013, 06:21 AM	#15
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	Do it yourself...I restored my own 93160...It's not that hard...

12 July 2013, 08:55 AM	#17
Clay Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Up a tree Posts: 4,001	I had a very old and beat up 93160...I Pulled the links apart... I used an aluminum tape to take up the play in the pins... Put it back together...Zero stretch...

12 July 2013, 09:07 AM	#18
77T 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 42,522	If you consider MY is the best choice, he is only an overnight pouch away - not really different than an overnight pouch to some other city in the US... However, if you found a watchmaker in US willing to tackle it, then it might be his/her first rodeo methinks. Just my 2¢ __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

12 July 2013, 09:45 AM	#19
swils8610 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: shannon Location: usa Posts: 9,278	Go with MY. He's worth it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 July 2013, 10:54 AM	#20
tedscott3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: San Diego Watch: 116610LV Posts: 572	I had a President that needed restoration and I started calling local watch guys. I called about 6 places. 5 said no way and 1 guy said he would "consider trying it for $4000". Bracelet went straight to MY and here are the results. It took about 5 weeks start to finish.

12 July 2013, 10:54 AM	#21
badgtho "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CT Posts: 274	What does he charge? __________________ 16610 Sub 1601 Datejust PAM 000 CA1215 Formula 1 Chrono Etc...

12 July 2013, 11:02 AM	#23
franksrollie "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Frank Location: Westchester,NY Watch: Pam 240 / TT Sub Posts: 91	Sent my bracelet (93150) to MY and very happy. Turnaround was about 6 weeks and cost about $120.00 plus shipping. I recommend 100%

12 July 2013, 03:53 PM	#24
Billywiz Banned Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: John Location: Florida Watch: YG President Posts: 2,090	There is a biz opportunity here for somone.

12 July 2013, 11:16 PM	#25
afc1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Boston Posts: 1,848	Anyone have more suggestions before I open a bracelet repair business here? Lol Seriously though any suggestion would be great. If not I'll see if my friend will ship out to hk __________________ afc1 Watch Collection: Rolex and AP

13 October 2018, 08:36 AM	#26
jd07251983 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: michigan Posts: 2	How can you be assured that you are getting the exact same band back that you sent out?? And not a fake, or a different one? Also can you insure this package going to CHINA and back???

13 October 2018, 11:21 AM	#27
Seibei Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: New Zealand Watch: 114060 Posts: 2,630	Why not just get a new bracelet? Am I missing something obvious here?

13 October 2018, 09:42 PM	#28
jd07251983 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: michigan Posts: 2	because then your rolex is no longer original, and is thus worth way less money.

14 October 2018, 11:28 AM	#30
rouxeny "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Andrew Location: Maui Posts: 686	Also a new bracelet will cost $$$ compared to repair

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