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sashapav · 13 April 2008, 12:21 PM

As I get closer to acquiring my first Rolex, some questions come to mind. Of course I am going to purchase new at an AD. Is it therefore unnecessary to have them remove the bracelet to match the serial number to the number on the warranty card? I am a young guy (and look even younger) and don't want to be taken advantage of.

Letsgodiving · 13 April 2008, 12:28 PM

If you are planning to purchase from an AD I don't think that would be necessary. With the newer models you may be able to check it on the rehaut.

scottschoe · 13 April 2008, 12:33 PM

Very unnecessary IMO, especially at an AD.

sashapav · 13 April 2008, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Letsgodiving

If you are planning to purchase from an AD I don't think that would be necessary. With the newer models you may be able to check it on the rehaut.

thank you both for the advice. where on the rehaut is the serial number located?

vh_bu98 · 13 April 2008, 03:38 PM

We had a member here who bought a Rolex from an AD and the hang tag didn't match his warranty paperwork. He took it back to verify that the watch did match the warranty work.

So if your Rolex doesn't have the rehaute, I would ask them to take the bracelet off to verify against the paperwork. What do you have to lose except for a few minutes. It's worth the peace of mind.

cmr · 13 April 2008, 04:50 PM

buying from an ad i wouldn't bother unless you just want to see it. i got my wife a new ladies platty ym from swiss luxury and i did check it. of course it matched the papers so i wasted my time but i did get to see it. lol

if it has a branded rehaut it will be at the 6 O'Clock position. if it doesn't it will be at the 6 O'Clock position on the case between the lugs.

Trurolexer · 13 April 2008, 06:09 PM

WELCOME TO TRF, Man!!!

Scarface · 13 April 2008, 06:12 PM

In addition, no AD will remove the bracelet of a new watch for you

sherwin · 13 April 2008, 06:47 PM

that ive never heard before. in S'pore i request that they double check in front of me and they are more then happy to oblige

SPACE-DWELLER · 14 April 2008, 12:39 AM

Welcome to TRF!

What Rolex model are you getting?

Wise decision to buy from an AD when it's your first Rolex, btw.!

Remember to post pics, please!

frostie · 14 April 2008, 12:41 AM

I am a young guy too but i think that the AD is the most legit place to buy your watch

I think that this is unnecessary in my opinion cause AD's are 100% legit

13 April 2008, 12:21 PM	#1
sashapav "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: cincinnati Posts: 5	Serial Number Inspection As I get closer to acquiring my first Rolex, some questions come to mind. Of course I am going to purchase new at an AD. Is it therefore unnecessary to have them remove the bracelet to match the serial number to the number on the warranty card? I am a young guy (and look even younger) and don't want to be taken advantage of.

13 April 2008, 12:28 PM	#2
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,318	If you are planning to purchase from an AD I don't think that would be necessary. With the newer models you may be able to check it on the rehaut. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

13 April 2008, 12:33 PM	#3
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	Very unnecessary IMO, especially at an AD. __________________ __________________

13 April 2008, 04:50 PM	#6
cmr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: marcus Location: us, oklahoma Posts: 1,646	buying from an ad i wouldn't bother unless you just want to see it. i got my wife a new ladies platty ym from swiss luxury and i did check it. of course it matched the papers so i wasted my time but i did get to see it. lol if it has a branded rehaut it will be at the 6 O'Clock position. if it doesn't it will be at the 6 O'Clock position on the case between the lugs. __________________ cmr OA-Black dial SS Daytona, V-White dial SS Daytona, Z-GMT2C Wife, Z-Platinum Yacht Master, Black ceramic White dial SS Daytona,

13 April 2008, 06:09 PM	#7
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Welcome To TRF... WELCOME TO TRF, Man!!!

13 April 2008, 03:38 PM	#5
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	We had a member here who bought a Rolex from an AD and the hang tag didn't match his warranty paperwork. He took it back to verify that the watch did match the warranty work. So if your Rolex doesn't have the rehaute, I would ask them to take the bracelet off to verify against the paperwork. What do you have to lose except for a few minutes. It's worth the peace of mind.

13 April 2008, 06:12 PM	#8
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	In addition, no AD will remove the bracelet of a new watch for you __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

13 April 2008, 06:47 PM	#9
sherwin "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Perth/Singapore Posts: 1,764	that ive never heard before. in S'pore i request that they double check in front of me and they are more then happy to oblige

14 April 2008, 12:39 AM	#10
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Welcome to TRF! What Rolex model are you getting? Wise decision to buy from an AD when it's your first Rolex, btw.! Remember to post pics, please! __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

14 April 2008, 12:41 AM	#11
frostie 1,000,000th PostMember Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Earth Posts: 14,048	I am a young guy too but i think that the AD is the most legit place to buy your watch I think that this is unnecessary in my opinion cause AD's are 100% legit __________________ GMT - Master II C - 116710 LN

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