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Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 05:47 AM

Hey there....

I have inherited this watch and I have a few questions after some online research of my own:

-How do I know the model?
- How do I know if it's a REAL Rolex? The tapered, fish skin-like band is faded a bit around the latch area. I thought there were none gold-plated Rolex ? It's missing the crown (the part that winds) so I can't check to see if it "ticks" or not.
- As far as I know, my mother-in-law got it from her husband as a gift in the 60's. Very unlikely one would be able to buy a fake back then, maybe?
- Is it worth fixing it? How much $ should I expect to spend?
- If it's a valuable watch, could someone give me a ballpark?

Thanks for any help!

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 05:49 AM

here's a better pic ( hopefully this will work) http://i55.tinypic.com/v49u00.jpg

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 05:49 AM

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 05:59 AM

another pic...

Zed Homme · 2 May 2011, 06:21 AM

I'm sorry but I don't believe this watch to be authentic. Other vintage experts here can confirm. The fact that it is quartz means it won't tick like a regular Rolex, but Rolex did make quartz models in e past. AFAIK, Rolex has never gold plated a watch or accessory.

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 06:26 AM

Thanks .....How do I find out for sure???

Zed Homme · 2 May 2011, 06:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolexette

Thanks .....How do I find out for sure???

I'm pretty sure, but someone who knows for sure will probably chime in shortly.

horseco · 2 May 2011, 06:35 AM

bring it in to a RSC they will tell you 100%

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 06:36 AM

The band on my watch looks like this one http://cgi.ebay.com/Rolex-14kt-Celli...ht_7005wt_1140

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by horseco

bring it in to a RSC they will tell you 100%

Thanks...any recommended places in Halifax??

CoopJr · 2 May 2011, 06:45 AM

Any stampings on the clasp or case?

Abid · 2 May 2011, 07:21 AM

I am in no way any expert, but to me it looks.....fishy. Only true way to tell is take it to an AD and have them check it out.

Numismatist · 2 May 2011, 07:22 AM

Same as your other thread - it's not real. Sorry.

kareemthedream33 · 2 May 2011, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Abid

I am in no way any expert, but to me it looks.....fishy. Only true way to tell is take it to an AD and have them check it out.

Literally fishy. The bracelet looks like fish scales.

Rolexette · 2 May 2011, 08:14 AM

I'll get it appraised....thanks so much for all comments!!!!

rockyn · 2 May 2011, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zed Homme

I'm sorry but I don't believe this watch to be authentic. Other vintage experts here can confirm. The fact that it is quartz means it won't tick like a regular Rolex, but Rolex did make quartz models in e past. AFAIK, Rolex has never gold plated a watch or accessory.

Actually, Rolex has made gold plated watches in the past. They don't anymore.

2 May 2011, 05:47 AM	#1
Rolexette "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Halifax Posts: 14	Help me figure out what I have? Hey there.... I have inherited this watch and I have a few questions after some online research of my own: -How do I know the model? - How do I know if it's a REAL Rolex? The tapered, fish skin-like band is faded a bit around the latch area. I thought there were none gold-plated Rolex ? It's missing the crown (the part that winds) so I can't check to see if it "ticks" or not. - As far as I know, my mother-in-law got it from her husband as a gift in the 60's. Very unlikely one would be able to buy a fake back then, maybe? - Is it worth fixing it? How much $ should I expect to spend? - If it's a valuable watch, could someone give me a ballpark? Thanks for any help!

2 May 2011, 07:22 AM	#13
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Same as your other thread - it's not real. Sorry. __________________ 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

2 May 2011, 05:49 AM	#2
Rolexette "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Halifax Posts: 14	here's a better pic ( hopefully this will work) http://i55.tinypic.com/v49u00.jpg

2 May 2011, 05:59 AM	#4
Rolexette "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Halifax Posts: 14	another pic...

2 May 2011, 06:21 AM	#5
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	I'm sorry but I don't believe this watch to be authentic. Other vintage experts here can confirm. The fact that it is quartz means it won't tick like a regular Rolex, but Rolex did make quartz models in e past. AFAIK, Rolex has never gold plated a watch or accessory.

2 May 2011, 06:26 AM	#6
Rolexette "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Halifax Posts: 14	Thanks .....How do I find out for sure???

2 May 2011, 06:35 AM	#8
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,433	bring it in to a RSC they will tell you 100%

2 May 2011, 06:36 AM	#9
Rolexette "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Halifax Posts: 14	The band on my watch looks like this one http://cgi.ebay.com/Rolex-14kt-Celli...ht_7005wt_1140

2 May 2011, 06:45 AM	#11
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	Any stampings on the clasp or case?

2 May 2011, 07:21 AM	#12
Abid "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV Watch: 16610LV Posts: 466	I am in no way any expert, but to me it looks.....fishy. Only true way to tell is take it to an AD and have them check it out.

2 May 2011, 08:14 AM	#15
Rolexette "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Halifax Posts: 14	I'll get it appraised....thanks so much for all comments!!!!

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