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Beenacho · 27 April 2020, 01:48 PM

I recently bought my first rolex, a Datejust 1601 from 1970.

I believe the jubilee bracelet is original and it has a reasonable amount of stretch in it. Would you recommend getting a stretched jubilee bracelet restored? I tend to wear it relatively snug on the wrist if that makes any difference.

Also, can anyone recommend a trustworthy place for jubilee restoration in Australia? I'm aware that Rolliworks has a great reputation, but would prefer to get it repaired locally if possible.

I would post a photo but it looks like my account is too new to attach links to a post.

Thanks for your help.

scooba · 27 April 2020, 09:37 PM

I have no idea if this service is available in Australia but Michael Young in Hong Kong is the go to guy. Search classic watch company or a Michael Young it’s a very cost effective repair

White Collar Boy · 9 May 2020, 05:11 AM

Not suggesting anything at all about Michael Young, but this advice from Rolliworks website seems like something good to keep in mind:

“One very well known shop in Asia will accept your band then ship it off to another world country to complete the work. Be sure to ask "who will actually be doing the work on my band and will my band ever leave your shop". Be sure to know the details of how your piece will be handled and by whom.”

Good luck, and if you can, please let us know how you go; I am in Australia and quite curious.

Dan S · 9 May 2020, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by scooba

I have no idea if this service is available in Australia but Michael Young in Hong Kong is the go to guy. Search classic watch company or a Michael Young it’s a very cost effective repair

It's classwatchrepair.com

TPK68 · 28 June 2021, 05:04 PM

Hi, I am also looking for an Australian repairer for a stretched Jubilee bracelet. Are there any based in Australia?

Lol-x · 28 June 2021, 05:19 PM

You won't get this done in Australia.
Do not trust people who tell you they can this locally.
Rolex Australia is the only exception, but I do not believe they will repair, they will insist you buy a new bracelet.
Go to the repairer in Hong Kong that is recommended.

Mark020 · 28 June 2021, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by White Collar Boy

Not suggesting anything at all about Michael Young, but this advice from Rolliworks website seems like something good to keep in mind:

“One very well known shop in Asia will accept your band then ship it off to another world country to complete the work. Be sure to ask "who will actually be doing the work on my band and will my band ever leave your shop". Be sure to know the details of how your piece will be handled and by whom.”

So what do they actually suggest? That MY ships off his bracelets to China or so?

TPK68 · 28 June 2021, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lol-x

You won't get this done in Australia.
Do not trust people who tell you they can this locally.
Rolex Australia is the only exception, but I do not believe they will repair, they will insist you buy a new bracelet.
Go to the repairer in Hong Kong that is recommended.

Thank you for the advice. I will contact MY in Hong Kong.

scooba · 2 July 2021, 04:39 AM

Speak with Jedly on here ,He is from Australia/U.K. he will tell you MY !

27 April 2020, 01:48 PM	#1
Beenacho "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Melbourne Posts: 2	Jubilee stretch and repair in Australia I recently bought my first rolex, a Datejust 1601 from 1970. I believe the jubilee bracelet is original and it has a reasonable amount of stretch in it. Would you recommend getting a stretched jubilee bracelet restored? I tend to wear it relatively snug on the wrist if that makes any difference. Also, can anyone recommend a trustworthy place for jubilee restoration in Australia? I'm aware that Rolliworks has a great reputation, but would prefer to get it repaired locally if possible. I would post a photo but it looks like my account is too new to attach links to a post. Thanks for your help.

28 June 2021, 05:19 PM	#6
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,256	You won't get this done in Australia. Do not trust people who tell you they can this locally. Rolex Australia is the only exception, but I do not believe they will repair, they will insist you buy a new bracelet. Go to the repairer in Hong Kong that is recommended. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

27 April 2020, 09:37 PM	#2
scooba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Anything Posts: 2,502	I have no idea if this service is available in Australia but Michael Young in Hong Kong is the go to guy. Search classic watch company or a Michael Young it’s a very cost effective repair

9 May 2020, 05:11 AM	#3
White Collar Boy 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Real Name: Matt Location: . Watch: PAM111 Posts: 2,658	Not suggesting anything at all about Michael Young, but this advice from Rolliworks website seems like something good to keep in mind: “One very well known shop in Asia will accept your band then ship it off to another world country to complete the work. Be sure to ask "who will actually be doing the work on my band and will my band ever leave your shop". Be sure to know the details of how your piece will be handled and by whom.” Good luck, and if you can, please let us know how you go; I am in Australia and quite curious.

28 June 2021, 05:04 PM	#5
TPK68 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Sydney Posts: 2	Hi, I am also looking for an Australian repairer for a stretched Jubilee bracelet. Are there any based in Australia?

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scooba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Anything Posts: 2,502	Speak with Jedly on here ,He is from Australia/U.K. he will tell you MY !

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