A break from the norm of either a tale about visiting an AD, or a new incoming.

I was lucky enough to be in Hong Kong yesterday in between connecting flights, although not lucky enough to stay long on to watch the 7s :(
The bracelet on my 14060 has flex in it, and a rivet on the security clasp was worryingly flexible, and so I turned to TZ and TURF to explore options for some remedial work. The options are almost non-existent, save for one man in Hong Kong, Michael Young.

I recently saw a bracelet that he had refurbished, and was very impressed, and so I contacted him by email. My plan had been to post it to him, but the trip came up at short notice and I decided to try to get to see him.

It was well worth the effort. Michael was incredibly helpful and knowledgable, and was happy both to discuss the options available for the refurb as well as show the before and the after bracelets he had worked on. He explained the process he uses, and also how some laser work on the links can enhance the fit and look, albeit at an additional cost. It's clear that he produces great results as well as achieving them with precision engineering - what I saw were bracelets as good as new - which given how bad flex can make them look and feel is incredible. Prices begin at $180, which for his work versus a new bracelet is IMHO a bargain.

No photos to post in this thread, this is merely to add some detail to the info on Michael, especially for anyone considering a bracelet refurbishment and who doesn't have any info on him or his work.

HAGWE