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Old 28 August 2010, 11:09 AM   #1
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Rolex Milgauss authenticity

I just received Rolex Milgauss GV from jomashop.

Overall the watch looks very nice and solid but the back of the watch doesn't have a sticker with Rolex hologram (the sticker is clear) and the crystal doesn't have micro-etching on it. Is ti "normal" for Milgauss or this watch is not authentic?

Sorry for this basic question. This is my first Rolex...

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Old 28 August 2010, 11:13 AM   #2
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I just received Rolex Milgauss GV from jomashop.

Overall the watch looks very nice and solid but the back of the watch doesn't have a sticker with Rolex hologram (the sticker is clear) and the crystal doesn't have micro-etching on it. Is ti "normal" for Milgauss or this watch is not authentic?

Sorry for this basic question. This is my first Rolex...

Thank you!
Welcome to the forum! Neither of those things would be cause for concern - Rolex stopped doing the hologram sticker several years ago (as every single counterfeit had one), and the GV is the only watch in the range not to have the laser etched crystal. Best way to check authenticity on one of these is to check the engraved rehaut ring, and make sure the serial number (found at 6 o'clock) matches up to the paperwork.

Posting some pictures here would also be very helpful

All the best,

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Old 28 August 2010, 11:17 AM   #3
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The serial # does match the paperwork.
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Old 28 August 2010, 12:19 PM   #4
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Youre good, Chris is right, the GV is the only modern Rolex that doesnt have the laser etched crown. Same with the sticker.... Do post pics, I'm a big Milgauss fan...
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Old 28 August 2010, 01:07 PM   #5
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A friend bought a fake Milgauss green crystal as a joke to laugh at me for spending such a pretty on my authentic one. Its a decent looking fake except for the crystal which isn't really green. It has a green ring inside the clear crystal that anyone who has seen a real one would be able to spot. It also came with stickers and etching in crystal.... while the real deal has neither.
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Old 28 August 2010, 01:11 PM   #6
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Welcome to TRF and congratulations on your new GV! As stated earlier, it doesn't sound like there is any cause for concern, just enjoy your new watch!
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Old 28 August 2010, 01:12 PM   #7
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Welcome to the forum! Neither of those things would be cause for concern - Rolex stopped doing the hologram sticker several years ago (as every single counterfeit had one), and the GV is the only watch in the range not to have the laser etched crystal. Best way to check authenticity on one of these is to check the engraved rehaut ring, and make sure the serial number (found at 6 o'clock) matches up to the paperwork.

Posting some pictures here would also be very helpful

All the best,

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Old 28 August 2010, 01:12 PM   #8
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Congrats on the GV.....but remember, Pics or it did not happen!
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Old 28 August 2010, 01:42 PM   #9
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Congrats on the GV.....but remember, Pics or it did not happen!
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Old 28 August 2010, 02:49 PM   #10
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The GV is a beautiful watch. Looking forward to the pics...and welcome to TRF.
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Old 28 August 2010, 03:19 PM   #11
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Congrats. All f the forums that I frequent that have members that use Jomashop all have had good experiences and have no reason to doubt authenticity. I'm sure you got a legit watch and we all want pics!
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Old 28 August 2010, 03:28 PM   #12
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Old 28 August 2010, 04:57 PM   #13
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Liking the Guass...never thought I would.
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Old 29 August 2010, 01:26 AM   #14
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Old 29 August 2010, 01:29 AM   #15
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Liking the Guass...never thought I would.
Hahaha! You're hooked Bill


Congrats op.....good to hear all matched ok.
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