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Newbie here, need help on authenticity
Hi folks, 10 years ago when I was still a student, I had a grad trip to Switzerland, visiting the luxury watch boutiques and was intrigued by some of the Rolex watches. I told myself I would put this on my wrist someday. The time finally came today, albeit abit late. This might not be the hulk/batman/daytona, but I like it for its simplicity.. no complications, no diamonds, no lume.
However just being paranoid, I heard there's many rolex replicas. Thus would deeply appreciate any expertise here that can help to take a look on this. Feels odd starting my post here, but hope it turns out well.. Thank you very much! |
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Please post pictures and we can help you out.
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Thanks! Just attached the photos. Not sure if the resolution is good enough. Not able to insert link yet due to 10 posts restriction.
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another photo with flashlight
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Did you buy it from a reputable seller, did it come with its box, the warranty card and booklets?
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Yup (believe should be ok, but wanted to further ease my mind), it came with box, warranty, booklets as well.
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No good. Doesn't look authentic to me, IMO.
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May I know which part doesn't look authentic? This is bought from authorized dealer, but just wanted to confirm. I did a few checks, such as able to see the laser crown on the glass at 6 o'clock when shining a light on it, as well as the serial number on the bottom dial tallies with the warranty card.
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If you purchased it from an AD there shouldn’t be any question as to its authenticity. Congratulations
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Thanks. I'm just kind of paranoid (as a 'general public', many know rolex for its brand which naturally attracted many counterfeits). Of course as a newcomer, i did the best research i could to see if the watch is authentic. But as much as i can do, i'm still a layman.
So like I mentioned earlier in my post, i was hoping to confirm on this. I read through some threads earlier and i guess there seems to be some hesitance with replying to new members due to 'releasing' details that might encourage illegal activities. Then again, there should be sincere ones who bought a piece for the first time and would need some help (and i guess this is the first place they can seek help). My paranoid adds up further when getting a no good from cajunron, this is why i'm hoping to understand further. |
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Looks good to me. I have a caseback opening tool and IMO the best way to verify a watch is by looking at its movement. Enjoy your watch OP
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Considering the value of having a Rolex distribution agreement it would impossible that any AD would ever sell a fake watch. If purchased from AD do not give this any more thought and sleep easy. Congrats on new watch.
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I have looked at all the pictures provided, and the 6 marker at the bottom of the dial is shifted way too far to the right, regardless of the angle. I don't think this dial would pass Rolex strict standards. But I am far from an expert. You bought this from an AD?
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Whoa good catch! That does seem way off for specs. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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If you bought from an AD, enjoy without a worry in the world, my friend!! Nice piece. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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And if he bought from an AD, it can't be aftermarket.
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Hi cajunron, thanks for clarifying. I took a look at the official photo on rolex site. seems like 5 and 6 spread abit far as well. Am i wrong?
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![]() OP: If you bought it from a legitimate AD, you have no worries. The push-back / skepticism comes primarily from the fact that many come here with all sorts of "stories" trying to see if they can "fool the experts" with their latest/greatest counterfeit garbage watches. It's like sport to some, I imagine... |
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As I said, I'm not an expert and I honestly hope your watch is legit. However, the spacing at the bottom does seem suspect to me. Maybe that is normal, but I would personally be skeptical. Good luck.
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I compared with the official photo on rolex page and seems about right. I look at the positioning of V, VI, and VII against the 'edge boxes'. V sits right on top of two boxes, VI sits on swiss made.
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I did look at some other dials and there does indeed seem to be that varaition out there. Your dial may be legit after all!
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Understand on the push back since i have read through a few posts as well. 'Fool the experts' and sincere check for newcomers ended up kind of contrary i guess. |
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Just goes to show: You never can tell!
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