ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

jcherskine · 4 March 2010, 08:45 AM

Having read several posts regarding tightening of Jubilee Bands, I had contacted Michael Young by email and got a reply within a couple of days. Michael quoted me a price to do the work on my TT Jubilee band, which I have now sent off to Hong Kong.
I hope it gets there safely and also, when the job is done, I hope it gets back to me safely.
It should take between four and six weeks to complete, but I am already getting withdrawal symptoms as I cannot wear my TT DJ.
I can't wait to see the difference when the pins are changed on the stretched band, and I hope its as good as everyone says.

Dan Pierce · 4 March 2010, 08:56 AM

Best of luck, John.

Hope it comes back tighter than a snare drum.

dP

RLX-lvr · 4 March 2010, 10:06 AM

If I may ask, What is the charge for something like that?

I hear he is the best at it.

Jeff

jcherskine · 4 March 2010, 06:47 PM

Hi Jeff,
Michael Young quoted $120 USD plus postage to do the work on the jubilee band. Quite reasonable in my opinion.

jcherskine · 4 March 2010, 06:50 PM

I think the cost depends on what is going to be done to the watch band. If its a bit of a mess and needs new parts, then that will obviously affect the price. He may ask for photographs beforehand to estimate how much work needs to be done.

RLX-lvr · 4 March 2010, 10:53 PM

Ok. Understand.
Thanks for the response.

Marc996 · 5 March 2010, 12:25 AM

Do you have a pic of your band?
I replaced the Jubilee band on my TT DJ with a nice slightly used one, looks awesome!
But I would love to restore the original band, it is really stretched.

jcherskine · 5 March 2010, 07:34 AM

Looks not too bad in the pic, but is not under any stress. When fitted to the watch, it would sag badly.
I think even badly stretched ones can be refurbished. Michael would be able to tell you if you sent him a picture of it.

Marc996 · 6 March 2010, 06:51 AM

I don't even think it would be worth fixing this mess, it's over 40 years old and ..it's a wreck. Cant believe I waited so long to replace it.

rjmurph · 6 March 2010, 09:35 AM

You will be quite amazed when you get it back, as I was with my 7206 from I 57

Marc996 · 6 March 2010, 09:45 AM

wow Murph, thats amazing! I sent Mr Young an email.

jcherskine · 6 March 2010, 08:20 PM

That will be worth seeing Marc, if you manage to get it fixed up. I am sure Michael will be able to sort it out for you.

jcherskine · 7 May 2010, 07:17 PM

Received an email from Michael Young this morning to say that the work on my TT Jubilee band is now complete.
Now waiting on its arrival via EMS postage.
Will hopefully be able to post pics when I have it back on my DJ.
(may be though difficult, as I presently have one arm out of use, but will give it a go)

RLX-lvr · 7 May 2010, 11:33 PM

John
Can't wait to see the results. Post some after pics please.
Michael just sent me an email as well and said my band is ready as well.
I don't think i took before pics though. :(

BiteEmnBeatEm · 8 May 2010, 02:06 AM

i just enquired with Michael about getting my jubilee band restored too. his website is www.classicwatchparts.com or www.onebean.com right?

BiteEmnBeatEm · 8 May 2010, 02:07 AM

hey and you think your jubilee band is bad i can tie mine in a bow....LOL

jcherskine · 8 May 2010, 03:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BiteEmnBeatEm

hey and you think your jubilee band is bad i can tie mine in a bow....LOL

Michael normally responds within a few days.
I can't wait to get mine back again. Hopefully it will turn up next week.
Pics will be posted.

BiteEmnBeatEm · 8 May 2010, 03:33 PM

looking forward to seeing ur jubilee jcherskine. and thats what i heard about Michael is that he take a few days to respond on e-mail...

jcherskine · 10 May 2010, 08:49 PM

Was sent from HK on Saturday. Arrived 15 minutes ago.
How do I get it back on my DJ and take pics with 1 arm out of operation?

RLX-lvr · 10 May 2010, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcherskine

Was sent from HK on Saturday. Arrived 15 minutes ago.
How do I get it back on my DJ and take pics with 1 arm out of operation?

Very carefully. He he.

Can't wait to the results.

Oh boy, that means I have mine waiting for me as well. Will hit the p.o. box in a few hours.

jcherskine · 11 May 2010, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RLX-lvr

Very carefully. He he.

Can't wait to the results.

Oh boy, that means I have mine waiting for me as well. Will hit the p.o. box in a few hours.

Going to try and set up my camera now, probably do more damage to my arm

Was it worth it?

Puffy · 10 May 2010, 10:30 PM

Good luck mate! post pics

NutNut · 10 May 2010, 10:59 PM

Eagerly awaiting your update.

I'm considering sending my bracelet to Michael as well but would love to hear your report first for assurance. Hope you have a good experience.

jcherskine · 11 May 2010, 12:54 AM

Remember guys, I have taken these with my 1 good arm. And the verdict is?

or

hhh007 · 11 May 2010, 01:34 AM

The verdict is definately

I'll bet it's now a lot tighter than before.

Just curious, does anyone know if he uses some type of custom made aftermarket pins in his band restoration work, as I'd be surprised if Rolex sold those parts individually.

jcherskine · 11 May 2010, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hhh007

The verdict is definately

I'll bet it's now a lot tighter than before.

Just curious, does anyone know if he uses some type of custom made aftermarket pins in his band restoration work, as I'd be surprised if Rolex sold those parts individually.

Definitely a lot tighter now. Looks as good as new. Absolutely delighted with the work Michael has done.

Flash Gordon · 11 May 2010, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hhh007

The verdict is definately

I'll bet it's now a lot tighter than before.

Just curious, does anyone know if he uses some type of custom made aftermarket pins in his band restoration work, as I'd be surprised if Rolex sold those parts individually.

These watchmakers in HK or Singapore usually have their networks of getting Rolex parts. It's really not that hard!

mcjp6 · 11 May 2010, 08:53 AM

That looks amazing John, you have to be happy with that.......

Alcan · 11 May 2010, 10:51 AM

Looks like Michael has done another superb job.

Autobot · 11 May 2010, 01:37 AM

Wow that is amazing, I guess he does oyster bracelets as well as jubilee?

4 March 2010, 08:45 AM	#1
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Jubilee Band en route to Hong Kong Having read several posts regarding tightening of Jubilee Bands, I had contacted Michael Young by email and got a reply within a couple of days. Michael quoted me a price to do the work on my TT Jubilee band, which I have now sent off to Hong Kong. I hope it gets there safely and also, when the job is done, I hope it gets back to me safely. It should take between four and six weeks to complete, but I am already getting withdrawal symptoms as I cannot wear my TT DJ. I can't wait to see the difference when the pins are changed on the stretched band, and I hope its as good as everyone says.

4 March 2010, 08:56 AM	#2
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	Best of luck, John. Hope it comes back tighter than a snare drum. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

5 March 2010, 07:34 AM	#8
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Looks not too bad in the pic, but is not under any stress. When fitted to the watch, it would sag badly. I think even badly stretched ones can be refurbished. Michael would be able to tell you if you sent him a picture of it. Attached Images

6 March 2010, 09:35 AM	#10
rjmurph "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny Posts: 21	bracelet restore You will be quite amazed when you get it back, as I was with my 7206 from I 57 Attached Images Last edited by rjmurph; 6 March 2010 at 09:40 AM.. Reason: forgot some info

10 May 2010, 10:30 PM	#22
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	Good luck mate! post pics __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

4 March 2010, 10:06 AM	#3
RLX-lvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: Toronto Posts: 1,947	If I may ask, What is the charge for something like that? I hear he is the best at it. Jeff

4 March 2010, 06:47 PM	#4
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Hi Jeff, Michael Young quoted $120 USD plus postage to do the work on the jubilee band. Quite reasonable in my opinion.

4 March 2010, 06:50 PM	#5
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	I think the cost depends on what is going to be done to the watch band. If its a bit of a mess and needs new parts, then that will obviously affect the price. He may ask for photographs beforehand to estimate how much work needs to be done.

4 March 2010, 10:53 PM	#6
RLX-lvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: Toronto Posts: 1,947	Ok. Understand. Thanks for the response.

5 March 2010, 12:25 AM	#7
Marc996 Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Marc Location: Northern NJ Watch: Rolex Posts: 17	Do you have a pic of your band? I replaced the Jubilee band on my TT DJ with a nice slightly used one, looks awesome! But I would love to restore the original band, it is really stretched.

6 March 2010, 06:51 AM	#9
Marc996 Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Marc Location: Northern NJ Watch: Rolex Posts: 17	I don't even think it would be worth fixing this mess, it's over 40 years old and ..it's a wreck. Cant believe I waited so long to replace it.

6 March 2010, 09:45 AM	#11
Marc996 Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Marc Location: Northern NJ Watch: Rolex Posts: 17	wow Murph, thats amazing! I sent Mr Young an email.

6 March 2010, 08:20 PM	#12
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	That will be worth seeing Marc, if you manage to get it fixed up. I am sure Michael will be able to sort it out for you.

7 May 2010, 07:17 PM	#13
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Received an email from Michael Young this morning to say that the work on my TT Jubilee band is now complete. Now waiting on its arrival via EMS postage. Will hopefully be able to post pics when I have it back on my DJ. (may be though difficult, as I presently have one arm out of use, but will give it a go)

7 May 2010, 11:33 PM	#14
RLX-lvr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: Toronto Posts: 1,947	John Can't wait to see the results. Post some after pics please. Michael just sent me an email as well and said my band is ready as well. I don't think i took before pics though. :(

8 May 2010, 02:06 AM	#15
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	i just enquired with Michael about getting my jubilee band restored too. his website is www.classicwatchparts.com or www.onebean.com right?

8 May 2010, 02:07 AM	#16
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	hey and you think your jubilee band is bad i can tie mine in a bow....LOL

8 May 2010, 03:33 PM	#18
BiteEmnBeatEm "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: SA, TX Posts: 47	looking forward to seeing ur jubilee jcherskine. and thats what i heard about Michael is that he take a few days to respond on e-mail...

10 May 2010, 08:49 PM	#19
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Was sent from HK on Saturday. Arrived 15 minutes ago. How do I get it back on my DJ and take pics with 1 arm out of operation?

10 May 2010, 10:59 PM	#23
NutNut "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Rick Location: LasIslasFilipinas Watch: TT GMT IIc Posts: 826	Eagerly awaiting your update. I'm considering sending my bracelet to Michael as well but would love to hear your report first for assurance. Hope you have a good experience.

11 May 2010, 12:54 AM	#24
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	Remember guys, I have taken these with my 1 good arm. And the verdict is? or Attached Images

11 May 2010, 01:34 AM	#25
hhh007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Howard Location: Midwest Watch: 18078 Posts: 604	The verdict is definately I'll bet it's now a lot tighter than before. Just curious, does anyone know if he uses some type of custom made aftermarket pins in his band restoration work, as I'd be surprised if Rolex sold those parts individually. __________________ Day-Date Bark Finish 18078, TT Datejust Turn-O-Graph Oysterquartz 17013 Explorer I 114270

11 May 2010, 08:53 AM	#28
mcjp6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: VK2 - AUS Watch: 5513s Posts: 7,380	That looks amazing John, you have to be happy with that.......

11 May 2010, 10:51 AM	#29
Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Looks like Michael has done another superb job. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

11 May 2010, 01:37 AM	#30
Autobot "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Colin Location: Charleston, SC Watch: LV, EXPII, BLNR Posts: 303	Wow that is amazing, I guess he does oyster bracelets as well as jubilee? __________________

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)