Pricing
Investment starting at $74
Repair Time
Varies Per Service After Approval
SERVICES
Case & Bracelet Polishing, Scuff Removal
Specialty
WOSTEP-Certified & Crevoisier Polishing
Certified Watch Band & Case Refinishing
Restore the original luster, sharp lines, and factory finish of your timepiece with professional watch band and case refinishing. Using specialized Crevoisier lap-polishing machines, satin-brushing wheels, and micro-laser metal deposition, our certified technicians eliminate surface scratches and desk scuffs while strictly preserving your watch’s original case geometry and sharp bevels.
Related Watch Band & Case Pricing & Expert Services
Band & Case
Refinishing
Starting at $74
Bracelet Link
Repair
Starting at $49
Watch Strap
Replacement
Starting at $49
TRUSTED JEWELRY & WATCH REPAIR SINCE 2016
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Swiss-Certified Watch Repair Experts
Certifications & Industry Associations
Our specialized technicians bring world-class horological craftsmanship to watch band refinishing, case polishing, and satin-brush restoration. By maintaining rigorous technical standards and elite certifications, we ensure that every scratch removal, edge preservation, and multi-surface finish transition is executed with the exact precision required to safeguard the original case geometry, factory bevels, and pristine luster of the world’s finest timepieces.
Secure Nationwide Mail-In Watch Repair
How Our Process Works
At our Watch Refinishing Laboratory, certified technicians provide authorized multi-surface polishing, satin-brush restorations, and laser dent repairs using specialized horological tooling to deliver factory-standard results. Your timepiece’s case geometry, lug chamfers, and surface finishes will be handled with the utmost precision and professionalism.
1 – Place a Request
2 – Send Your Item In
3 – Receive a Quote
4 – We Restore Your Item
5 – Receive Your Restored Item
Premier Craftsmanship for Every Watch Bracelet
From Maintenance to Restoration
Restoring the original finish of a watch is much like detailing a high-performance vehicle—routine care keeps it gleaming, while precision lap-polishing and laser welding eliminate deep wear. From satin-brush graining and mirror-polish restorations to laser dent filling and ultrasonic cleaning, our specialists deliver exact care to safeguard your timepiece’s original case geometry and factory luster.
Access to Genuine
Brand-Name Parts
Restoring a fine timepiece to factory-new appearance sometimes requires replacing worn hardware that cannot be polished out, such as heavily gouged bezels, rounded case screws, or worn end-links. Attempting to buff over damaged hardware often distorts original lines and degrades your watch’s appearance.
Our sourcing team works directly within factory-authorized networks to acquire authentic Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) bezels, case backs, end-links, and brand-stamped clasps matched precisely to your model reference. Whether replacing a scratched bezel or installing fresh case screws, we ensure every replaced part seamlessly blends with your restored finish.
If you need assistance locating specialized external components for a rare watch model, please feel free to Contact Us.
State-of-the-Art
Watch Repair Service Center
Inside our specialized Watch Repair Service Center, watch polishing and case restorations are performed using Swiss-standard equipment engineered specifically for luxury timepieces. Polishing a watch with ordinary hand tools or generic buffing wheels can easily round off crisp lug bevels, blur sharp case edges, or erase factory logo engravings.
Our facility is equipped with Crevoisier lap-polishing benches, multi-surface satin-brushing wheels, and micro-laser metal welders. Combined with multi-frequency ultrasonic baths that flush out micro-abrasives from link joints, our team delivers a crisp, factory-standard finish while protecting your watch’s original shape.
Vintage Watch
Bracelet Services
Refinishing a vintage or family heirloom watch requires a delicate touch. Decades of wear leave fine scratches, but aggressive polishing can permanently strip away precious metal, soften iconic lug lines, or destroy historic hallmarks.
Our specialists utilize micro-laser metal deposition to fill deep gouges with matching gold, platinum, or stainless steel before light hand-finishing. This process restores smooth surfaces without removing original metal or altering historical case dimensions. To discuss a custom refinishing plan for your vintage timepiece, please feel free to Contact Us.
Specialized Watch Care for Every Finish Type
Modern luxury watches feature complex surface combinations, such as alternating brushed and mirror-polished link flanks, bead-blasted titanium cases, or delicate gold bezels. Refinishing these surfaces demands precision masking techniques to keep distinct finishes crisp and separated.
Whether restoring a stainless steel sports watch, a two-tone gold bracelet, or a lightweight titanium case, our technicians apply material-specific compounds and custom masking tapes to protect surrounding surfaces. This meticulous approach guarantees sharp transitions between brushed and polished textures. If you have questions about refinishing options for your watch, please feel free to Contact Us.
Precision Polishing & Surface Restoration Mechanics
Achieving a true factory finish on a luxury watch requires absolute precision and specialized machinery. Standard high-speed buffing wheels generate excessive heat and pull metal away from sharp corners, resulting in soft, rounded lug edges and distorted case geometry. Our technicians utilize Crevoisier polishing benches equipped with hard wooden and felt laps that maintain flat surface contact, ensuring that crisp bevels, sharp chamfers, and original case profiles remain perfectly preserved.
When restoring alternating finishes—such as a watch band with satin-brushed center links and mirror-polished outer flanks—technicians meticulously mask each section with heat-resistant polyimide tape. Satin finishes are applied using specialized abrasive wheels calibrated to match exact factory grain angles. Following refinishing, all components undergo high-frequency ultrasonic cleaning to wash away microscopic polishing compounds from deep within link joints, returning your timepiece with immaculate luster and flawless contrast.
Examples of Our Expert Watch Band & Case Services
By the Craftsmen of My Jewelry Repair
Secure Nationwide Watch Band & Case Refinishing Services
Delivered to Your Door
Experience the convenience of professional, mail-in watch restoration without ever leaving home. At My Jewelry Repair, our Certified Watchmakers provide comprehensive diagnostics and precision restoration in our world-class facilities. Enjoy peace of mind with our flexible, fully protected mailing process, which includes free standard shipping* and a variety of insured plans to safeguard your valuables.
* Please note: Partnered Stores/Manufacturers may set their own shipping and insurance requirements.
Have Watch Band & Case Refinishing Questions?
Our secure mail-in watch refinishing service is engineered for convenience, safety, and complete transparency. To begin, simply place a service request online to generate a prepaid, fully insured shipping label. Package your timepiece and drop it off at any official carrier location or schedule a free home pickup.
Upon arrival at our specialized facility, our technicians evaluate your watch’s metal composition, scratch depth, and surface textures. You will receive an itemized digital estimate within 24 to 72 hours. Once approved, we carefully disassemble external components, perform precision lap-polishing and satin-brushing, ultrasonically clean all parts, and ship your timepiece directly back to your door with real-time tracking included.
Standard polishing simply buffs surface metal to remove minor scuffs. Full watch refinishing is a complete restoration process that recreates factory-original textures across the entire band and case.
Professional watch band and case refinishing starts at a baseline rate of $74 for standard stainless steel timepieces. Final pricing depends on your watch brand, metal composition (such as 18k gold, platinum, titanium, or two-tone), and whether micro-laser welding is needed to restore deep dents or impact marks.
Review our standard starting rates below:
Watch Repair Pricing
Pricing chart for costs associated with some common watch repair services. Pricing may vary for certain brands, luxury and/or vintage watches.| Service | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| Battery Service (Includes Replacements & Pressure Test) | $49 |
| Band/Link Repair | $49 |
| Crystal Replacement | $59 |
| Stem & Crown | $59 |
| Quartz Movement Service (Standard) | $199 |
| Automatic Movement Servicing (Standard) | $299 |
| See Full: Pricing List |
No. Inexperienced local polishers using basic buffing wheels can easily round off crisp lug edges and blur engraved logos. Our certified technicians use specialized flat-lap polishing benches that maintain flat surface contact, strictly preserving your watch’s original case shape, sharp lug chamfers, and factory serial numbers or hallmarks.
Once your timepiece arrives at our facility, initial diagnostic evaluation takes 24 to 72 hours. Upon estimate approval, routine band and case refinishing is typically completed within 3 to 5 business days.
Projects requiring extensive laser welding for deep dent restoration or OEM replacement component sourcing may take 1 to 2 weeks. Review current schedule guidelines on our Standard Repair Timelines page.
All refinishing services performed by our technicians are backed by a dedicated workmanship guarantee covering finish quality, surface separation, and overall aesthetic integrity under normal wearing conditions.
Key Protections Included in Our Refinishing Services:
- Edge & Shape Preservation: Guaranteed protection of original lug bevels, sharp case chamfers, and factory hallmarks.
- Clean Surface Separation: Precise tape masking ensures crisp, distinct lines between brushed and mirror-polished finishes.
- Ultrasonic Flushing: Thorough cleaning ensures zero polishing compound residue remains inside link joints or clasp mechanisms.
Ready to Repair Your Watch Bracelet?
Precision Refinishing & Polishing, Delivered Nationwide
Fine watch cases and metal bands feature complex surface finishes that require specialized Crevoisier lap-polishing benches, precision satin-brushing wheels, and micro-laser welders to maintain factory contours and sharp bevels. Instead of risking rounded lug edges, blurred chamfers, or erased serial numbers at a generalist retail counter, watch owners across the country trust My Jewelry Repair. We bridge the gap between seamless mail-in convenience and certified horological surface restoration. Operating nationwide, our secure logistics network delivers your stainless steel, gold, platinum, or titanium timepiece directly to trained specialists for factory-standard polishing, satin-brushing, and laser dent repair, regardless of your zip code.
Serving All 50 States
from Coast to Coast
Sending your timepiece across the country for expert polishing or scratch removal should feel simple and completely worry-free. Our nationwide mail-in service covers all fifty states with fully insured, trackable shipping to keep your watch safe every step of the way. Whether you are sending a stainless steel sports watch from a small town or a gold dress watch from a major city, our repair center gives you direct access to certified technicians, specialized lap-polishing equipment, and precise refinishing—no matter where you live.
Why Choose Mail-In
Over a Local Watchmaker?
Local repair counters and mall kiosks rarely have the specialized polishing tools or precision equipment needed to refinish fine watch cases safely. Attempting to buff out scratches with basic hand tools can easily round off sharp lug edges, blur crisp lines, or erase engraved brand markings. At our dedicated repair center, certified technicians restore brushed and mirror finishes using scratch-free techniques and precision tools that protect your timepiece’s original factory shape and long-term value.