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mike123 · 7 May 2012, 05:24 AM

Hi all, new to the forum and I brought my first Rolex yesterday--got a black dial Cestello from Tourneau. After returning home, I noticed that there are engravings on the back of the case as I was cleaning it with a cloth. If I remember correctly, I believe Rolex does not make watches with engravings with the exception of 2 watches (forgot names). I panicked at first but then saw that there was a film of plastic on the back casing so I thought perhaps the engravings are actually on the plastic itself and not the case. Does anyone know if that's possible? I didn't want to peel the plastic off because then I will not be able to return it if I have to. Attached is a picture of the engravings. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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DCgator · 7 May 2012, 05:34 AM

It is highly unlikely to never that Torneau would've sold you a fake Rolex watch. The engraving appears to be on the caseback vice on the plastic. I am not familiar with Cestello line, however.

Welcome aboard!

Megalobyte · 7 May 2012, 05:38 AM

Just found this with a google search, might make you feel better. :)

mike123 · 7 May 2012, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megalobyte

Just found this with a google search, might make you feel better. :)

Haha "face-palmed," I tried searching google for "rolex with engravings" and it all came back with results like "real rolex does not have engravings." But thanks for the pic, it made me feel A LOT better. And thanks for all the quick replies--really appreciate it.

DG123 · 7 May 2012, 12:59 PM

Good work

Quote:

Originally Posted by Megalobyte

Just found this with a google search, might make you feel better. :)

SaddleSC · 7 May 2012, 05:37 AM

AD = Authentic

You are referring to there only being two watches in the OYSTER lineup with case back engravings (Milgauss and DSSD). Your watch is part of the Cellini collection. You are fine.

gwalker · 7 May 2012, 05:46 AM

ADs don't sell fakes. I think as picky as Rolex is they might frown upon that.....

Megalobyte · 7 May 2012, 05:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwalker

ADs don't sell fakes. I think as picky as Rolex is they might frown upon that.....

Yes, I've heard Rolex has been pulling AD status from those guys in overcoats selling on the streets of Chinatown. Sad.

Tools · 7 May 2012, 05:54 AM

Welcome to the Forum..

There is a lot of misinformation on the 'Net about Rolex watches..

Your watch, bought from a reputible Authorized Dealer, is good......

mike123 · 7 May 2012, 06:04 AM

Thanks again for all the quick replies. I figure it be highly unlikely that a store like Tourneau would sell counterfeit products (but I still had some doubts in my mind). So instead of driving 40mins back to the store I visited this forum and asked for some expert opinions. And about the watch...I never would've imagine myself wearing a leather-straped dress watch--has always been a sports watch person. But when I saw the rose gold/black dial combination I thought "what the heck, it'll go nice with a suit." Here's a pic of the front:

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Wolfgang427 · 7 May 2012, 09:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike123

Thanks again for all the quick replies. I figure it be highly unlikely that a store like Tourneau would sell counterfeit products (but I still had some doubts in my mind). So instead of driving 40mins back to the store I visited this forum and asked for some expert opinions. And about the watch...I never would've imagine myself wearing a leather-straped dress watch--has always been a sports watch person. But when I saw the rose gold/black dial combination I thought "what the heck, it'll go nice with a suit." Here's a pic of the front:

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Thats a beauty

and 100% real, enjoy it....

SkyKing31 · 12 May 2012, 04:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike123

Thanks again for all the quick replies. I figure it be highly unlikely that a store like Tourneau would sell counterfeit products (but I still had some doubts in my mind). So instead of driving 40mins back to the store I visited this forum and asked for some expert opinions. And about the watch...I never would've imagine myself wearing a leather-straped dress watch--has always been a sports watch person. But when I saw the rose gold/black dial combination I thought "what the heck, it'll go nice with a suit." Here's a pic of the front:

Attachment 277872

Great looking watch .. Enjoy it for many years

floater156 · 7 May 2012, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwalker

ADs don't sell fakes. I think as picky as Rolex is they might frown upon that.....

RollieKid · 7 May 2012, 12:20 PM

Congrats on the new pickup - looks great

I was thinking of adding one to the collection but was unsure if it would look too small on the wrist.

Would you have any wrist shots?

Thanks.

mike123 · 7 May 2012, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RollieKid

Congrats on the new pickup - looks great

I was thinking of adding one to the collection but was unsure if it would look too small on the wrist.

Would you have any wrist shots?

Thanks.

Here you go, pics a little yellow due to it being taken inside:
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RollieKid · 11 May 2012, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mike123

Here you go, pics a little yellow due to it being taken inside:
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Thanks mate

Much appreciated.

wrxsti · 7 May 2012, 05:48 AM

interesting choice, it has to be real

mannyv11 · 7 May 2012, 05:51 AM

I wouldnt worry to much about it seeing as how you bought it from an AD. Wear it and enjoy

sugaray · 7 May 2012, 05:52 AM

On the cellini line... They did engrave the case backs. Normally with gold or platinum hallmarks.

rr-nyc · 7 May 2012, 05:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwalker

ADs don't sell fakes. I think as picky as Rolex is they might frown upon that.....

lol!

mtrunner · 7 May 2012, 05:53 AM

No way Tourneau would sell you a fake. Enjoy the watch.

Sam Philip · 7 May 2012, 06:08 AM

Very nice, congrats!

gwalker · 7 May 2012, 06:16 AM

That's a nice looking watch.

Numismatist · 7 May 2012, 06:24 AM

Can't speak to the watch, but not all Tourneaus are official Rolex ADs. The one in Burlington, Mass. only sells used Rolex and I'll assume they get them from customers because they keep offering to buy mine.

So, a fake could slip through a used Tourneau location. If it was sold as brand new with papers, then no.

mike123 · 7 May 2012, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Numismatist

Can't speak to the watch, but not all Tourneaus are official Rolex ADs. The one in Burlington, Mass. only sells used Rolex and I'll assume they get them from customers because they keep offering to buy mine.

So, a fake could slip through a used Tourneau location. If it was sold as brand new with papers, then no.

Just checked Rolex website and the Tourneau I went to was listed as AD. The watch came with all the warranty information (from both Rolex and Tourneau) with the exception of a certificate (I think the green warranty cards replaced the paper certificates).

joesephcho · 7 May 2012, 06:25 AM

Looks good!

KZZN · 7 May 2012, 08:44 AM

Just to further set your mind at ease, my Cellini Classic ref. 5115/8 has a caseback exactly like that. So I'd say you can definitely be 100% certain that it's legitimate. Older Cellinis - from before the mid-2000s or so - did not have engraved casebacks, but from about that time onwards they have been engraved with that pattern and logo.

Oh, and a very good choice, by the way - lovely looking watch !

zhiunit · 7 May 2012, 09:00 AM

wow thas actaully a very nice looking watch haha, AD selling fake=instantly out of business

HL65 · 7 May 2012, 09:57 AM

No worries-- enjoy and congrats!

z0mghenry · 7 May 2012, 10:04 AM

Tourneau is an AD. Don't worry, enjoy and congrats!

7 May 2012, 05:24 AM	#1
mike123 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: PA Watch: 116515LN Posts: 13	Bought first Rolex but having some doubts on authenticity... Hi all, new to the forum and I brought my first Rolex yesterday--got a black dial Cestello from Tourneau. After returning home, I noticed that there are engravings on the back of the case as I was cleaning it with a cloth. If I remember correctly, I believe Rolex does not make watches with engravings with the exception of 2 watches (forgot names). I panicked at first but then saw that there was a film of plastic on the back casing so I thought perhaps the engravings are actually on the plastic itself and not the case. Does anyone know if that's possible? I didn't want to peel the plastic off because then I will not be able to return it if I have to. Attached is a picture of the engravings. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks. photo.JPG

7 May 2012, 05:37 AM	#6
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	AD = Authentic You are referring to there only being two watches in the OYSTER lineup with case back engravings (Milgauss and DSSD). Your watch is part of the Cellini collection. You are fine. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

7 May 2012, 05:54 AM	#9
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,468	Welcome to the Forum.. There is a lot of misinformation on the 'Net about Rolex watches.. Your watch, bought from a reputible Authorized Dealer, is good...... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

7 May 2012, 12:20 PM	#14
RollieKid "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Down under Watch: my wrist candy Posts: 567	Congrats on the new pickup - looks great I was thinking of adding one to the collection but was unsure if it would look too small on the wrist. Would you have any wrist shots? Thanks. __________________ “No amount of money ever bought a second of time.” — Howard Stark

7 May 2012, 05:48 AM	#17
wrxsti "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 1,695	interesting choice, it has to be real __________________ PP Geneva

7 May 2012, 05:34 AM	#2
DCgator "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PNW Watch: DS,BLNR,SubLV,DJ2 Posts: 8,123	It is highly unlikely to never that Torneau would've sold you a fake Rolex watch. The engraving appears to be on the caseback vice on the plastic. I am not familiar with Cestello line, however. Welcome aboard!

7 May 2012, 05:38 AM	#3
Megalobyte "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Ari Location: Florida Watch: ...me go broke Posts: 2,428	Just found this with a google search, might make you feel better. :)

7 May 2012, 05:46 AM	#7
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	ADs don't sell fakes. I think as picky as Rolex is they might frown upon that.....

7 May 2012, 06:04 AM	#10
mike123 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: PA Watch: 116515LN Posts: 13	Thanks again for all the quick replies. I figure it be highly unlikely that a store like Tourneau would sell counterfeit products (but I still had some doubts in my mind). So instead of driving 40mins back to the store I visited this forum and asked for some expert opinions. And about the watch...I never would've imagine myself wearing a leather-straped dress watch--has always been a sports watch person. But when I saw the rose gold/black dial combination I thought "what the heck, it'll go nice with a suit." Here's a pic of the front: photo (1).JPG

7 May 2012, 05:51 AM	#18
mannyv11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Manny Location: MA Watch: DD,Sub,GMT,Daytona Posts: 4,502	I wouldnt worry to much about it seeing as how you bought it from an AD. Wear it and enjoy

7 May 2012, 05:52 AM	#19
sugaray "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: PA Posts: 54	On the cellini line... They did engrave the case backs. Normally with gold or platinum hallmarks.

7 May 2012, 05:53 AM	#21
mtrunner 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Gary Location: Bozeman, MT Watch: 126508 Paul Newman Posts: 7,827	No way Tourneau would sell you a fake. Enjoy the watch.

7 May 2012, 06:08 AM	#22
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	Very nice, congrats!

7 May 2012, 06:16 AM	#23
gwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Gunter Location: AL/NJ Watch: DSSD; 116610LN Posts: 5,509	That's a nice looking watch.

7 May 2012, 06:24 AM	#24
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Can't speak to the watch, but not all Tourneaus are official Rolex ADs. The one in Burlington, Mass. only sells used Rolex and I'll assume they get them from customers because they keep offering to buy mine. So, a fake could slip through a used Tourneau location. If it was sold as brand new with papers, then no. __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

7 May 2012, 06:25 AM	#26
joesephcho "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Watch: Submariner ND Posts: 188	Looks good!

7 May 2012, 08:44 AM	#27
KZZN "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: UK Watch: Rolex Cellini 5115 Posts: 512	Just to further set your mind at ease, my Cellini Classic ref. 5115/8 has a caseback exactly like that. So I'd say you can definitely be 100% certain that it's legitimate. Older Cellinis - from before the mid-2000s or so - did not have engraved casebacks, but from about that time onwards they have been engraved with that pattern and logo. Oh, and a very good choice, by the way - lovely looking watch !

7 May 2012, 09:00 AM	#28
zhiunit "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: zhi Location: delaware Watch: grandseiko sbgj001 Posts: 374	wow thas actaully a very nice looking watch haha, AD selling fake=instantly out of business __________________ -TT daytona gold crystal dial -SS/WG DJ 36mm rhodium dial diamond markers on jubilee -WG blue sub -Grand Seiko SBGJ001

7 May 2012, 09:57 AM	#29
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,948	No worries-- enjoy and congrats! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

7 May 2012, 10:04 AM	#30
z0mghenry "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Henry Location: GA Posts: 617	Tourneau is an AD. Don't worry, enjoy and congrats!

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