Rolex 1501 Authentication Assistance Required. Please Help.

[superdelsol]

Originally Posted by RPMcKenna

Just had the watch authenticated. Strap and the movement are genuine as well as the black original refinished dial, the rest is not.

Talked with the person who I purchased it from and will be getting a refund tomorrow.

Figured I would be honorable and truthful enough to post a follow up as to the findings.

Hi Richard, sorry the watch didn't turn out like you wanted or expected. When you say "the rest" turned out to be not Rolex, do you mean the case, bezel, crown, and crystal, as well as the included diamond dial and bracelet?

I wouldn't think an aftermarket case would have reference numbers and serial numbers inscribed. The dial looks original, especially the vintage "OT SWISS TO" marking, although I think the diamonds have been added.

[RPMcKenna]

Hi superdelsol,

Hoped for more but never surprised anymore lol.

Diamonds were added to the aftermarket dial, the watch smith figures it was probably an original dial that did not make the cut so to speak.

The black dial was the original one but it was refinished. The head (case) was not genuine, seen it with my own eyes when compared with a genuine one of the same vintage. The bracelet was determined to be genuine, at least the clasp was, bezel was aftermarket with no Rolex emblem or marking on it when it was removed, the crystal was after market and was glued down to the head, the back case was also inferior metal. When the watch maker was re assembling the watch it was not going together smoothly because of improper machined head and the set pis was from a different watch totally and did not work properly, had to apply pressure to the crown when adjusting the date and time.

It's a shame but it happened.

I am looking at another Rolex that is complete and professionally serviced from Rolex and includes all documentation, insurance appraisal papers, service document from Rolex, original box and Rolex service box. Overhauled a couple years back. Seller is asking $2,000.00 firm for it. Condition is near-fine, a very nice Rolex. Just waiting to hear back from the seller and see what we can work out.

[F&Iguy]

welcome!!! I waited 20 years to buy my first rolex and bought it here from a trusted seller. after reading your posts I want you to have a rolex, good health and good luck my friend!

[RPMcKenna]

Originally Posted by F&Iguy

welcome!!! I waited 20 years to buy my first rolex and bought it here from a trusted seller. after reading your posts I want you to have a rolex, good health and good luck my friend!

Thank you for the welcome!

Keeping my eyes open for a good one this time round.

Who did you purchase your watch from out of curiosity?

[F&Iguy]

Originally Posted by RPMcKenna

Who did you purchase your watch from out of curiosity?

davidsw was great to deal with but there are others as well I would call trusted sellers. read the who's who's reviews and send one of them a message to see if they can find you what you want. good luck again