That's awesome to bring them back to life. How much did you invest in them? I just had my 1993 Rolex date just I bought new. Fixing the bracelet stretch was hard to find a good guy. I found one. Full service's band pins replaced, buffed and polished with 1 year warranty for only 350 USD. BACK IN TWO WEEKS. THANKS. NEAL FLORIDA
I had my Rolex bracelet restored by Michael and I am very satisfied. I shipped my bracelet from Los Angeles in July 2020 and received it back in August 2020. Yes, in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic. I would recommend his service to anyone in the world.
The quote that came back from my local Rolex agent to overhaul my Oysterquartz Datejust watch (17000 model) was insane - like $2000. That's to send it to the HQ in Geneva since that's apparently "the only place that has the vintage parts". This guy looks like a better deal.
Michael Young in my book is one of the best restoration tech's in the world...especially when it comes to bracelet restoration...i know this first hand! Much respect!
I don't know where people have this idea that watch collectors hate quartz. Sure there are hardcore snobs out there, but for the most part we don't like quartz watches because they are either extremely cheap or utterly overpriced. However, the Rolex Oyster Quartz in not a normal quartz watch. It's over engineered and it's beautifully designed. Watch collectors would know the engineering marvels that are GS Spring Drives, Breitling's superquartz, and even FP Journe's Elegante.
Im the movie "The big short" one of the actors also has an oysterquartz on but the bracelet is somewhat different. Does anyone know what model that is?
Dude put a 20k+ watch in a water pressuretester with movement and dial inside the case. Thats antique technic for such a high value business and for sure magic if this goes well every time.
Wondering if anyone has had communication issues? He is to restore an 18K bracelet for me, I have not had communication with him in 2 weeks and I have been emailing him a week for an update with no response.
I keep hearing how great his work is but in all honesty he seems like a lousy businessman. Tried several times over the years to have his shop do work and never got anywhere, starting with communications. How do people get in touch with him? Does he work for the public or is his shop only reserved for a private clientele? I’m confused by this business.
Not sure about the use of the term 'magician'. The screws he uses in the service are after market parts which seem to wear a lot faster than genuine rolex screws. I mean once you send your rolex bracelet to this guy it comes back 60% Rolex and 40% fake bits and pieces. Plus he is notorious for overpolishing the hell out of bracelets and also leaving thermal heat damage when he laser welds.
I just saw the emperor go by wearing no cloths as usual what a load of hype crap Rolex is not that fantastic, try a Roger Smith watch that is a real hand crafted watch and really does take a year to make , and his output is about 10 watch's a year, Rolex make a million watches a year were is the craft in that
Rolex is money in the bank when it’s time to sell. Roger Smith? Never heard of it. Been collecting them all for 18 years now. Everything else you’ll take a huge loss on. Especially Breitling!
These are collector Rolexes though. You won't find 1960s Rolexes anymore. Roger Smith still uses modern machinery and isn't making anything collectible like these. Apples and oranges. Rolex were pioneers and these watches are the ones that have influenced history and modern watchmaking. The anti-Rolex brigade is the flag that is the fervor of recent converts. For some reason people who just got into watches recently have a tendency to backlash against Rolex but real aficionados who are educated know why collectors love them. As they way, when you know nothing of watches, you love Rolex. When you know a bit about watches, you dislike them. But once you know a lot about watches, you love them again. I encourage you to keep learning.
Even a great collector understands the value of a quartz watch. Respect.
Michael worked on my wife's antiques jubilee bracelet and it came back looking brand new. He's truly a magician and I would recommend him to anyone.
This guy has brought 5 bracelets back to life for me. Its interesting to actually see him and how in to watches he is.
That's awesome to bring them back to life. How much did you invest in them? I just had my 1993 Rolex date just I bought new. Fixing the bracelet stretch was hard to find a good guy. I found one. Full service's band pins replaced, buffed and polished with 1 year warranty for only 350 USD. BACK IN TWO WEEKS. THANKS. NEAL FLORIDA
Wow - amazing collection. That vintage GMT with the bakalight bezel omg!!! Stunning
I had my Rolex bracelet restored by Michael and I am very satisfied. I shipped my bracelet from Los Angeles in July 2020 and received it back in August 2020. Yes, in the middle of the Coronavirus pandemic. I would recommend his service to anyone in the world.
that oysterquartz is what a rolex royal oak would look like
True
Fun fact the oysterquartz case was designed by Gerald genta whom is the same individual that designed the royal oak so you are 100% right
Great watch, not the biggest fan of the quartz but a good and accurate every day watch
A man with good taste and knowledge. Passion drives all people to greatness. Everything else will follow.
Hodinkee needs this dude ASAP!
No Patek Philippe.. So hodinkee dislikes this guy
Good interview
Wish it was an hour long.
Michael Young is a absolutely boss lmao work on the watches magnificent
The quote that came back from my local Rolex agent to overhaul my Oysterquartz Datejust watch (17000 model) was insane - like $2000. That's to send it to the HQ in Geneva since that's apparently "the only place that has the vintage parts". This guy looks like a better deal.
I love his collection... How gorgeous was that GMT... its bezel and that aged lume? man..
And btw.. I love that Oysterquartz too.. great vid
Michael Young in my book is one of the best restoration tech's in the world...especially when it comes to bracelet restoration...i know this first hand! Much respect!
Hi Michael, you did a great job on a Jubilee band for me. Cheers
I own a number of Rolex watches but have to say the oysterquartz is one of my favourites. I have the 17013 with white dial and Roman numerals.
The bracelet on the Oysterquartz is amazing!
One of few guy whom i trust my vintage watch to
This man made me go from owning one oysterquartz to 4
I love the bracelet on the oyster quartz. It's like a marriage between the royal oak and navitimer bracelet.
he did my day date bracelet maybe 10 years ago. it's still tight to this day
The Rolex Daydate Stella dials are the king of watches in my opinion.
This mechanical watch lover's most worn watch is a quartz.
TOTAL CRAP
The Emperor IT'S STILL A ROLEX BRUV LOL
If you educated yourself the history of the Oysterquartz you'd know it's a fine watch, and looks incredible in that case.
A real collector should appreciate every movement not just mechanical
Higsnobiety or Hodinkee?
Hodinkee. HighSnobiety for the most part just adds to the hype of street wear
Beautiful...
Beautiful video!
Some Grand Seikos are a must in every collection.
nice to put a face to the name , he has worked magic on a couple of bracelets of mine.
the Quartz Rolex hv an amazing bracelet, just awesome! ;)
This needs to be longer....
Very cool.
Man U got some beautiful watches
Worth over 100k on that shelf.. Especially the mint condt. Bakerlite 6542 Pepsi
service dial
Keen eye you have there
Which is just fine
I don't know where people have this idea that watch collectors hate quartz. Sure there are hardcore snobs out there, but for the most part we don't like quartz watches because they are either extremely cheap or utterly overpriced. However, the Rolex Oyster Quartz in not a normal quartz watch. It's over engineered and it's beautifully designed. Watch collectors would know the engineering marvels that are GS Spring Drives, Breitling's superquartz, and even FP Journe's Elegante.
People love to hate, especially Spring Drive...
Spring drive for me. It's truly and confident time keeper and yet gorgeous finish. SBGA001
He's wearing a hybrid shirt as well
Hes is not even talking about that super rare 6542 bakalite bazel. That one is stunning. Amd not even replaced.
Are yes, quartz watches are "just throw on the wrist and go" type of watch . If I could find a good nic rolex quartz I'd be interested in it I think.
Im the movie "The big short" one of the actors also has an oysterquartz on but the bracelet is somewhat different. Does anyone know what model that is?
Where are you located in this World ? And how do we get watches to you ?
Dude put a 20k+ watch in a water pressuretester with movement and dial inside the case. Thats antique technic for such a high value business and for sure magic if this goes well every time.
that quartz is sexy!!! didn't even know that existed
Did Gerald Genta design the Rolex quartz?
oh my god why haven't i seen this before
Tudor monte carlo 😍
who makes the nicest watch trays, like Michael has?
so this is the guy behind "undone watches"..you can see him working on one at 55secs
Background music?
Great video.
I like the Rolex oyster quartz. Great
It's funny how he said his deepsea Rolex was not collectable and now they're going for crazy money
Tudor is owned by rolex
Wondering if anyone has had communication issues? He is to restore an 18K bracelet for me, I have not had communication with him in 2 weeks and I have been emailing him a week for an update with no response.
he sounds like charlie hunnam
I owned an OysterQuartz and people always thought it was a fake..... LIKE ME
That's not me
I keep hearing how great his work is but in all honesty he seems like a lousy businessman. Tried several times over the years to have his shop do work and never got anywhere, starting with communications. How do people get in touch with him? Does he work for the public or is his shop only reserved for a private clientele? I’m confused by this business.
Not sure about the use of the term 'magician'. The screws he uses in the service are after market parts which seem to wear a lot faster than genuine rolex screws. I mean once you send your rolex bracelet to this guy it comes back 60% Rolex and 40% fake bits and pieces. Plus he is notorious for overpolishing the hell out of bracelets and also leaving thermal heat damage when he laser welds.
He must know that the quartz and the other mechanical watches he owns of Rolex was a bought movement and not a in-house movement right?
DROOLING!!!
Why the annoying music?
No Pam, No Thanks
He should invest in a watch winding box so he doesn’t have to set the time daily...
And no Grand Seiko? Especially Grand Seiko quartz ?!?!
I just saw the emperor go by wearing no cloths as usual what a load of hype crap
Rolex is not that fantastic, try a Roger Smith watch that is a real hand crafted watch and really does take a year to make , and his output is about 10 watch's a year, Rolex make a million watches a year were is the craft in that
Rolex perfected their craft. Quantity doesn't mean quality but quality isn't limited by quantity.
Rolex is money in the bank when it’s time to sell. Roger Smith? Never heard of it. Been collecting them all for 18 years now. Everything else you’ll take a huge loss on. Especially Breitling!
These are collector Rolexes though. You won't find 1960s Rolexes anymore. Roger Smith still uses modern machinery and isn't making anything collectible like these. Apples and oranges. Rolex were pioneers and these watches are the ones that have influenced history and modern watchmaking.
The anti-Rolex brigade is the flag that is the fervor of recent converts. For some reason people who just got into watches recently have a tendency to backlash against Rolex but real aficionados who are educated know why collectors love them.
As they way, when you know nothing of watches, you love Rolex. When you know a bit about watches, you dislike them. But once you know a lot about watches, you love them again. I encourage you to keep learning.
The slow mo makes him look like a G!
He left the best watch for last - The Rolex Oysterquartz!
Rolex will definitely not like this! Lol