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Andrew goodman · 23 April 2011, 06:51 PM

Hi Everyone,
I have been looking very careful on the site and wondered if there are some basic things i should be looking for to see if the watch is authentic.
My choice of Rolex is two tone Sub Blue or Black face.
For a first timer wanting to buy can anyone help.
I understand if the price is too cheap then the watch probally is.
Cheers
Andrew

Rolex116520 · 23 April 2011, 08:12 PM

You could always try and post some pictures of the actual watch you contemplate buying and many here could probably help you . Safest is buy the seller even if you have to pay a little more.

mcjp6 · 23 April 2011, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Rolex116520

You could always try and post some pictures of the actual watch you contemplate buying and many here could probably help you . Safest is buy the seller even if you have to pay a little more.

Good advice from Paul.....

Please ask for opinion before you purchase.

LI Matt · 23 April 2011, 09:45 PM

Three things to look at off the top of my head:

1. the Cyclops -- the date window should "fill up" the magnifying lens. If you see large swaths of dial, or the lens seems mis-aligned, that's a red flag.

2. the A's -- when Rolex prints the letter "A" on a dial, it has a horizontal line at the top. Look at the "A" in "Submariner" (that's the biggest one). If it has a point at the top, it's fake.

3. the crown guards -- look at the watch straight-on. Do the bottoms of the crown guards "overlap" the crown itself? They shouldn't. For some reason, the fake-makers have a lot of trouble getting this right, and it's easy to spot.

jcherskine · 24 April 2011, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by mcjp6

Good advice from Paul.....

Please ask for opinion before you purchase.

BEFORE you purchase is sound advice from Michael.

Too many people buy first and then ask questions.

Our trusted sellers here on TRF may be able to help if purchasing outwith and AD?

Payesrob · 13 August 2011, 05:29 AM

i've seen the A on my sub and dont spot any line or even dot on top of the A in submAriner

masterserg · 13 August 2011, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Payesrob

i've seen the A on my sub and dont spot any line or even dot on top of the A in submAriner

I believe Matt refers to the shape of the letter A itself and whether it ends up in a point or it is truncated so to speak (not a separate line on top of the A).

Payesrob · 13 August 2011, 07:38 AM

I see, well i've checked for it and yes sir it ends up in a horizontal line not a pointed A..Thanks for clarifyin masterserg ;)

cajunron · 14 August 2011, 04:34 AM

EDUCATE yourself! A Rolex watch is an investment and a possession you will likely have for a long time. Take your time and do your research. It will pay off in the long run. TRF is an excellent source of information on the subject. Good luck!

adrianp · 14 August 2011, 09:40 AM

when examining it dont be tolerant about even the slightest imperfection, a gen will not have any blurry, misaligned... etc parts

Pep04 · 14 August 2011, 10:03 AM

I think piece of mind in worth a lot of money. Why risk it? Buy from the guys here (i.e. Tony, David, Greg, or Oscar to name a few.

My next purchase (hopefully before the end of the year) will definitely be from one of the above. They have countless good dealings here and EVERYONE is ecstatic about their purchases.

I purchased a Pam 320 from Oscar and it was perfect. Never had a doubt and what he promised was what he delivered. Even when the local ADs said they would have to order it (3-4 weeks) and I'd have to wait with ZERO discount, Oscar made it happen within a couple of days.

And at a great price too!!!

23 April 2011, 06:51 PM	#1
Andrew goodman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Manly,Australia Posts: 11	Signs of a fake for a novice when buying Rolex Sub Hi Everyone, I have been looking very careful on the site and wondered if there are some basic things i should be looking for to see if the watch is authentic. My choice of Rolex is two tone Sub Blue or Black face. For a first timer wanting to buy can anyone help. I understand if the price is too cheap then the watch probally is. Cheers Andrew

23 April 2011, 08:12 PM	#2
Rolex116520 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: EEC Watch: Daytona & Deepsea Posts: 2,387	You could always try and post some pictures of the actual watch you contemplate buying and many here could probably help you . Safest is buy the seller even if you have to pay a little more. __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

23 April 2011, 09:45 PM	#4
LI Matt "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Matt Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 298	Three things to look at off the top of my head: 1. the Cyclops -- the date window should "fill up" the magnifying lens. If you see large swaths of dial, or the lens seems mis-aligned, that's a red flag. 2. the A's -- when Rolex prints the letter "A" on a dial, it has a horizontal line at the top. Look at the "A" in "Submariner" (that's the biggest one). If it has a point at the top, it's fake. 3. the crown guards -- look at the watch straight-on. Do the bottoms of the crown guards "overlap" the crown itself? They shouldn't. For some reason, the fake-makers have a lot of trouble getting this right, and it's easy to spot. __________________ I don't wear a Rolex for other people, I wear it for me. "We're going to hell anyway, let's travel first class" -- Kaiser Chiefs

14 August 2011, 10:03 AM	#11
Pep04 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Pep Location: Miami Watch: GMTIIc, Pam320 Posts: 2,773	I think piece of mind in worth a lot of money. Why risk it? Buy from the guys here (i.e. Tony, David, Greg, or Oscar to name a few. My next purchase (hopefully before the end of the year) will definitely be from one of the above. They have countless good dealings here and EVERYONE is ecstatic about their purchases. I purchased a Pam 320 from Oscar and it was perfect. Never had a doubt and what he promised was what he delivered. Even when the local ADs said they would have to order it (3-4 weeks) and I'd have to wait with ZERO discount, Oscar made it happen within a couple of days. And at a great price too!!! __________________ "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy." -Benjamin Franklin Prick #8

13 August 2011, 05:29 AM	#6
Payesrob Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: California Watch: Submariner 116610 Posts: 64	i've seen the A on my sub and dont spot any line or even dot on top of the A in submAriner

13 August 2011, 07:38 AM	#8
Payesrob Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: California Watch: Submariner 116610 Posts: 64	I see, well i've checked for it and yes sir it ends up in a horizontal line not a pointed A..Thanks for clarifyin masterserg ;)

14 August 2011, 04:34 AM	#9
cajunron 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Ronnie Location: Southeastern USA Watch: Omega Seamaster PO Posts: 3,872	EDUCATE yourself! A Rolex watch is an investment and a possession you will likely have for a long time. Take your time and do your research. It will pay off in the long run. TRF is an excellent source of information on the subject. Good luck!

14 August 2011, 09:40 AM	#10
adrianp Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: tampa Posts: 28	when examining it dont be tolerant about even the slightest imperfection, a gen will not have any blurry, misaligned... etc parts

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