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Hi everyone – Alex here.

I run a small but specialized plating workshop in the UK. We don’t do cheap flash plating or “gold tone” stuff that vanishes in 3 months. Instead, we focus on 18K gold wrapping for watch parts – specifically Rolex cases and bracelets.

What we actually do:

18K real gold wrap (not PVD, not “gold wash”)

7 microns minimum thickness – tested with XRF

Perfect for vintage restoration, custom builds, or refreshing a worn genuine Rolex case/bracelet

We accept loose cases, bracelets, or even complete watches (movement removed)

Why 7μm matters: Standard aftermarket plating is often 0.5–1μm. That burns through quickly, especially on high-friction areas like bracelet links and clasp edges. 7μm gives you proper durability – close to factory gold wrap spec.

Our promise: If you get wear-through to base metal within 2 years of normal use (not abuse or heavy polishing), I will re-wrap the affected parts free of charge. No fine-print games. Just send me photos, then send the part back.

A few honest notes:

We are a working factory, not a marketing team – so lead times are typically 10–14 working days.

We mainly serve watchmakers and modders, but I’m happy to work with individual enthusiasts too.

UK based but we ship worldwide (Royal Mail or FedEx).

I’ll need your base metal to be clean brass, steel, or original Rolex base alloy – no zinc alloy pot metal (won’t bond well).

Other models (Daytona, DJ, DD) – just ask. Pricing includes prep, degreasing, activation, copper undercoat, nickel barrier, then 18K wrap.

Why trust a random Reddit post? I’ve been doing this for 12 years. Happy to provide references from UK-based modders, or send you a sample blank first. If you’re in the UK, you can even visit (Birmingham Jewellery Quarter area).

Contact: Reddit DM is fine, or leave a comment. I’ll send you my work email and some before/after photos.

Cheers, Alex

P.S. I don’t sell replica parts – I only wrap your own genuine or aftermarket cases/bracelets that you legally own. Please follow your local laws on trademarks.

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