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Bisquitlips · 15 March 2009, 11:33 AM

I just purchased a great Jubilee band from Steve Mulholland and the band is perfect, but I know as the years go on that the Jubilee bands have a tendency to stretch quite bit.

Is it actually possible to tighten a Jubilee band / bracelet?

CharlieG · 15 March 2009, 12:34 PM

I don't have any personal experience but you could try here and click restoration services, band restoration

http://www.classicwatchparts.com/ind.../services.html

If anyone has used them I would like to know?

greekbum · 15 March 2009, 12:48 PM

Yes and no.Yes it can be done on.The cost might be more than the band is worth.What style is it?Old oval or D? Post some pics.SS or 2 tone?
I will say unless you have a solid gold band its really not worth the trouble or money. D links can be found mint fairly inexpensive. Oval links are a different story.

Paul B · 15 March 2009, 01:02 PM

Over on the Vintage Rolex Forum they talk about a guy who restores bracelets, don't know if if it's they same company?
You could always try asking over there, but don't expect a flood of replies, often no one will answer unless you post a pic of some obscure esoteric rarity.

Paul

Bisquitlips · 15 March 2009, 10:34 PM

Thanks for the suggestions guys.

By the way it is a D link.

buz-lh · 16 March 2009, 01:23 AM

Michael Young, mentioned above rebuilds all types of Rolex bracelets. He currently is tightening up a jubilee for me that came originally on my 16750, and I've just sent him a riveted oyster. Everyone seems to be quite happy with his work. I'll let you know when I get mine back.

chriseskew24 · 16 March 2009, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by buz-lh

Michael Young, mentioned above rebuilds all types of Rolex bracelets. He currently is tightening up a jubilee for me that came originally on my 16750, and I've just sent him a riveted oyster. Everyone seems to be quite happy with his work. I'll let you know when I get mine back.

Agreed he did a great job on my jubilee beand. And hes very reasnobely priced as well.

jimmyz · 18 March 2009, 10:37 AM

How do you contact Michael Young? I did a search for him and couldn't find him. Thanks Jim

Bisquitlips · 18 March 2009, 07:38 AM

Thanks all!

I will need this information someday soon!

av455 · 18 March 2009, 07:54 AM

If you are low on money and have a USA Jubilee (oval links) there is a poor man's way of taking the stretch out. The bracelet guy will simply crimp two of the three center links to make the bracelet tighter. I had it done by my bracelet guru (in Los Angeles) for about $75 (including a nice polish to make it look new again). If one of us Rolex nuts stare at the bracelet you can see the difference in size but it still looks great and it was cheap.

The guy's name is Art Becerra of G&A Watch Designs in Los Angeles. If you don't want to send your bracelets to Asia he is fantastic.
He does an amazing job with oysters as well.

Good luck,
Michael M.

SillyB · 11 June 2009, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by av455

The guy's name is Art Becerra of G&A Watch Designs in Los Angeles. If you don't want to send your bracelets to Asia he is fantastic.

This is just what I was thinking I'd like done to my oval link. Google and yellowpages don't come up with anything for G&A Watch Designs in Los Angeles. Do you have a number and/or website for Art Becerra? I work in LA and would love to have him look at a band or two for repair.

Thanks for helping a noobie!

Rolex2 · 1 May 2011, 05:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by av455

If you are low on money and have a USA Jubilee (oval links) there is a poor man's way of taking the stretch out. The bracelet guy will simply crimp two of the three center links to make the bracelet tighter. I had it done by my bracelet guru (in Los Angeles) for about $75 (including a nice polish to make it look new again). If one of us Rolex nuts stare at the bracelet you can see the difference in size but it still looks great and it was cheap.

The guy's name is Art Becerra of G&A Watch Designs in Los Angeles. If you don't want to send your bracelets to Asia he is fantastic.
He does an amazing job with oysters as well.

Good luck,
Michael M.

I have a loose USA jubilee on an 18k/ss 1505 I just bought.Oval links. It has 14k trim. The gold links are split in the back, indicating it may have been tightened previously. The watch is a '79 by serial no. The bracelet has no numbers.
Do you know when the USA jubilees were made? Can the gold links be tightened (carefully) with plyers? The links are split in back, indicating they were tightened before. Could be a 60s band.

GlennW · 1 May 2011, 06:51 PM

but Michael Young just did these 3 bracelets for me (2 riveted and a 9315). His workmanship and price is terrific, but you will need to be patient (took roughly 10 weeks). Email him at the Hotmail account, he will contact you within a couple of days.

Glenn

greekbum · 18 March 2009, 11:30 AM

www.classicwatchparts.com

Yazo · 24 February 2010, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by greekbum

www.classicwatchparts.com

Bump again, I've sent like 3 emails to this address "[email protected]" (the only contact info I could find on that site) asking a couple of questions but I've heard nothing back. Anyone know of another way to get a hold of this Michael guy??

BeeMee · 25 February 2010, 07:48 AM

Sometimes it takes several days for Michael Young to reply. Here is his direct email address: [email protected]

I am thrilled with the restoration that he did on my bark finish President bracelet.

Yazo · 25 February 2010, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by BeeMee

Sometimes it takes several days for Michael Young to reply. Here is his direct email address: [email protected]

I am thrilled with the restoration that he did on my bark finish President bracelet.

Thanks Barry!

BeeMee · 19 March 2009, 04:12 AM

Based on recommendations here and on Vintage Rolex Forum, I just mailed my DD Bark finish band to Michael Young for tightening.

I will be very nervous until I hear from him that he received it. Then I will wait patiently for its return.

Gold Crown · 11 June 2009, 10:46 AM

Yes with a factory replacement.

6up · 17 August 2009, 06:29 AM

bump.......anyone else on this forum use Michael Young's service? (recent or previous)

greekbum · 17 August 2009, 06:52 AM

I have he did an excellent job for me.

hhh007 · 25 February 2010, 08:02 AM

I'm kinda surprised the NY or Dallas official service centers don't offer a bracelet tightening service either as part of a complete watch service or as a stand alone service.

jnmarshall · 25 February 2010, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by hhh007

I'm kinda surprised the NY or Dallas official service centers don't offer a bracelet tightening service either as part of a complete watch service or as a stand alone service.

The reason they gave me when I asked last month was because they claim it compromises the integrity of the band and can actually make it worse or likely to break and depending on style the labor costs would exceed the parts costs of a new band.

The real solution, stop wearing your watches so tight. I see pictures on here and meet people that wear these things like 3 links too small. I'm surprised it feels comfortable! The 3 links might be a bit exagerated!

chrislkb · 25 February 2010, 06:33 PM

I am not too sure here, but do use the search engine function in the forum. I can vouch there are many Jubilee oracles or gurus here in TRF

buz-lh · 26 February 2010, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by jnmarshall

The reason they gave me when I asked last month was because they claim it compromises the integrity of the band and can actually make it worse or likely to break and depending on style the labor costs would exceed the parts costs of a new band.

The real solution, stop wearing your watches so tight. I see pictures on here and meet people that wear these things like 3 links too small. I'm surprised it feels comfortable! The 3 links might be a bit exagerated!

Wearing your watch too loose will actually do more harm than wearing it too tight.

jnmarshall · 26 February 2010, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by buz-lh

Wearing your watch too loose will actually do more harm than wearing it too tight.

That is so true too. My wife likes to wear hers like a bracelet and it spins around on her wrist. Then she wonder's why the lens is all scratch, chiped or cracked after a couple of months. She doesn't like wearing her rolex or tudor much because I had it sized not to do that.

KarlFr · 1 May 2011, 06:57 PM

MIchael does great worj indeed in my experience as well with bracelets, takes a few days for him to respond, sometimes need to send an additional email since it occasionally gets caught in his spam box

watchf · 1 May 2011, 07:38 PM

Guys what sort of technique does he use to tighten the Jubilee? Is it a process of reshaping the links back to original size or addition of new material/parts?

15 March 2009, 11:33 AM	#1
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Is there actually a way to tighten a Jubilee band? I just purchased a great Jubilee band from Steve Mulholland and the band is perfect, but I know as the years go on that the Jubilee bands have a tendency to stretch quite bit. Is it actually possible to tighten a Jubilee band / bracelet? __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

15 March 2009, 12:48 PM	#3
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	Yes and no.Yes it can be done on.The cost might be more than the band is worth.What style is it?Old oval or D? Post some pics.SS or 2 tone? I will say unless you have a solid gold band its really not worth the trouble or money. D links can be found mint fairly inexpensive. Oval links are a different story. __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

15 March 2009, 10:34 PM	#5
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Thanks for the suggestions guys. By the way it is a D link. __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

16 March 2009, 01:23 AM	#6
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	Michael Young, mentioned above rebuilds all types of Rolex bracelets. He currently is tightening up a jubilee for me that came originally on my 16750, and I've just sent him a riveted oyster. Everyone seems to be quite happy with his work. I'll let you know when I get mine back. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

18 March 2009, 07:38 AM	#9
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Thanks all! I will need this information someday soon! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

15 March 2009, 12:34 PM	#2
CharlieG "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Charlie Location: NY Posts: 1,135	I don't have any personal experience but you could try here and click restoration services, band restoration http://www.classicwatchparts.com/ind.../services.html If anyone has used them I would like to know?

15 March 2009, 01:02 PM	#4
Paul B "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Paul Location: Canada/NY Watch: Don't go there... Posts: 366	Over on the Vintage Rolex Forum they talk about a guy who restores bracelets, don't know if if it's they same company? You could always try asking over there, but don't expect a flood of replies, often no one will answer unless you post a pic of some obscure esoteric rarity. Paul

18 March 2009, 10:37 AM	#8
jimmyz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: James Location: Parma, OH USA Watch: 15200, 16233 Posts: 9	How do you contact Michael Young? I did a search for him and couldn't find him. Thanks Jim

18 March 2009, 07:54 AM	#10
av455 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Michael M. Location: Boise, ID Posts: 37	If you are low on money and have a USA Jubilee (oval links) there is a poor man's way of taking the stretch out. The bracelet guy will simply crimp two of the three center links to make the bracelet tighter. I had it done by my bracelet guru (in Los Angeles) for about $75 (including a nice polish to make it look new again). If one of us Rolex nuts stare at the bracelet you can see the difference in size but it still looks great and it was cheap. The guy's name is Art Becerra of G&A Watch Designs in Los Angeles. If you don't want to send your bracelets to Asia he is fantastic. He does an amazing job with oysters as well. Good luck, Michael M.

1 May 2011, 06:51 PM	#13
GlennW "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hawaii Posts: 231	Not a Jubilee.... but Michael Young just did these 3 bracelets for me (2 riveted and a 9315). His workmanship and price is terrific, but you will need to be patient (took roughly 10 weeks). Email him at the Hotmail account, he will contact you within a couple of days. Glenn

18 March 2009, 11:30 AM	#14
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	www.classicwatchparts.com __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

25 February 2010, 07:48 AM	#16
BeeMee "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT IIC Posts: 153	Sometimes it takes several days for Michael Young to reply. Here is his direct email address: [email protected] I am thrilled with the restoration that he did on my bark finish President bracelet. __________________ Rolex GMT IIC SS, Tudor Grantour Chrono, 18K/SS, Breitling "Old" Navitimer", SS. Rolex Day-Date, Bark Finish (recently gifted to son #2) Rolex Daytona, 18K/SS (recently gifted to son #1)

19 March 2009, 04:12 AM	#18
BeeMee "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT IIC Posts: 153	Based on recommendations here and on Vintage Rolex Forum, I just mailed my DD Bark finish band to Michael Young for tightening. I will be very nervous until I hear from him that he received it. Then I will wait patiently for its return. __________________ Rolex GMT IIC SS, Tudor Grantour Chrono, 18K/SS, Breitling "Old" Navitimer", SS. Rolex Day-Date, Bark Finish (recently gifted to son #2) Rolex Daytona, 18K/SS (recently gifted to son #1)

11 June 2009, 10:46 AM	#19
Gold Crown Banned Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Ross Location: Chicago Area Watch: 6265 18K Daytona Posts: 928	Yes with a factory replacement.

17 August 2009, 06:29 AM	#20
6up "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: TO Posts: 18	bump.......anyone else on this forum use Michael Young's service? (recent or previous)

17 August 2009, 06:52 AM	#21
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,418	I have he did an excellent job for me. __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

25 February 2010, 08:02 AM	#22
hhh007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Howard Location: Midwest Watch: 18078 Posts: 604	I'm kinda surprised the NY or Dallas official service centers don't offer a bracelet tightening service either as part of a complete watch service or as a stand alone service.

25 February 2010, 06:33 PM	#24
chrislkb "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Christopher Location: Singapore Watch: out kiddo! Posts: 1,033	I am not too sure here, but do use the search engine function in the forum. I can vouch there are many Jubilee oracles or gurus here in TRF

1 May 2011, 06:57 PM	#27
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	MIchael does great worj indeed in my experience as well with bracelets, takes a few days for him to respond, sometimes need to send an additional email since it occasionally gets caught in his spam box

1 May 2011, 07:38 PM	#28
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	Guys what sort of technique does he use to tighten the Jubilee? Is it a process of reshaping the links back to original size or addition of new material/parts?

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