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Cosmos69 · 13 August 2023, 11:35 PM

Hi I’m new and need some inputs from my new acquired watch. I’m not sure what changes may have been made and if the link is correct for this model. It’s an X8 series. Thx

thesharkfactor · 14 August 2023, 01:28 AM

Hi there. it should have an Oyster bracelet, that one fitted is a called a Jubilee bracelet.
Also, your bezel insert is non original (aftermarket/fake).

I think you should have it looked at by a watchmaker to be sure what is what, I can see it has the wrong bracelet fitted, an aftermarket insert and imperfections on the dial. I'd want confirmation the case and movement are both genuine.

Cosmos69 · 14 August 2023, 01:55 AM

Hi yes I was told it had a custom bezel insert? Thx

KY.. · 14 August 2023, 03:33 AM

Aside from what’s been stated, the photos are blurred and hard to see details.
Looks like something is going on with the dial having bubbles.
Please provide much clearer photos of all of the watch including the numbers between both lugs and the movement.
You may need to visit a qualified, not a random mall kiosk, watchmaker to get help with removing the case back.
Post better pics here and go from there.
Good luck!

Cosmos69 · 14 August 2023, 04:16 AM

I wasn’t sure which size pics I could post so here are higher resolutions. I’ll try and send more soon

Cosmos69 · 14 August 2023, 04:25 AM

Here are some more

rmagoo57 · 14 August 2023, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cosmos69

Here are some more

Pictures still suck. Why post more blurry pics???

thesharkfactor · 14 August 2023, 06:20 AM

Aside what's been said already, it looks fine (genuine) though to be sure all is well have it checked out if you are unsure yourself.

What's the background, how did you come by it?

Cosmos69 · 16 August 2023, 09:49 AM

IMG_0145.jpegHi
I was able to get better pics. Can you tell me where I can buy the missing screw? eBay? By fierygems for $25 balance bridge
Thx

Cosmos69 · 16 August 2023, 10:51 AM

This is the part I was considering buying.

KY.. · 16 August 2023, 11:04 AM

Up to you, but for a movement screw and other tedious Rolex parts I would talk to a good Rolex watchmaker to find the correct genuine parts.
No need to mess around with potentially ordering the wrong screw or parts.

JP. · 4 September 2023, 06:51 AM

The watch is definitely genuine.

Not sure about the insert though (as the pictures are a bit bad).

Cosmos69 · 4 September 2023, 10:30 AM

Thx all. It’s currently at an AD for service

14 August 2023, 01:55 AM	#3
Cosmos69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: USA Posts: 8	How can you tell bezel insert is non original? Hi yes I was told it had a custom bezel insert? Thx

14 August 2023, 03:33 AM	#4
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,339	Aside from what’s been stated, the photos are blurred and hard to see details. Looks like something is going on with the dial having bubbles. Please provide much clearer photos of all of the watch including the numbers between both lugs and the movement. You may need to visit a qualified, not a random mall kiosk, watchmaker to get help with removing the case back. Post better pics here and go from there. Good luck! __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

14 August 2023, 04:16 AM	#5
Cosmos69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: USA Posts: 8	More pics I wasn’t sure which size pics I could post so here are higher resolutions. I’ll try and send more soon

16 August 2023, 11:04 AM	#11
KY.. 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2021 Real Name: Keith Location: California Watch: 60s to 90s Posts: 1,339	Up to you, but for a movement screw and other tedious Rolex parts I would talk to a good Rolex watchmaker to find the correct genuine parts. No need to mess around with potentially ordering the wrong screw or parts. __________________ Just an admirer/enthusiast of vintage Rolex/Heuer/Zenith/Breitling/Hamilton watches since the 80’s… ”I Do Love The Details, But I Can Choose If I Accept The Flaws…”

4 September 2023, 06:51 AM	#12
JP. "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Juho Location: Finland Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 1,906	The watch is definitely genuine. Not sure about the insert though (as the pictures are a bit bad). __________________ My Luxury Watch Reviews Blog

14 August 2023, 01:28 AM	#2
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,628	Hi there. it should have an Oyster bracelet, that one fitted is a called a Jubilee bracelet. Also, your bezel insert is non original (aftermarket/fake). I think you should have it looked at by a watchmaker to be sure what is what, I can see it has the wrong bracelet fitted, an aftermarket insert and imperfections on the dial. I'd want confirmation the case and movement are both genuine.

14 August 2023, 06:20 AM	#8
thesharkfactor "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Scotland Watch: GMT Posts: 3,628	Aside what's been said already, it looks fine (genuine) though to be sure all is well have it checked out if you are unsure yourself. What's the background, how did you come by it?

4 September 2023, 10:30 AM	#13
Cosmos69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2023 Location: USA Posts: 8	Thx all. It’s currently at an AD for service

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