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edwincases · 25 May 2009, 11:37 AM

Hi my name is Edwin

I got a Rolex Daytona Model #116520, and I've been searching on the internet to see if its real or not, ive been to 3 jewelry stores 2 said it was real and 1 said it was a replica. one of the stores that said it was real told me he needed to keep it a few days to see if its real or not.

here are some pictures of the watch

lobo58 · 25 May 2009, 12:01 PM

I don't know, Edwin. Post clearer pics with more definition. Good luck!

Mark

don't back down now · 25 May 2009, 12:04 PM

where did you purchase?

edwincases · 25 May 2009, 12:12 PM

am trying to get bigger and more clear pics, and i got it from and uncle who past away i found going thru his belongings.

djhiram · 25 May 2009, 12:20 PM

Hi Edwin,

Let's start with a simple question that may save you a little bit of time. Is there anything written on the back of the case?

edwincases · 25 May 2009, 12:22 PM

a green hologram

edwincases · 25 May 2009, 12:25 PM

i can email you some bigger clearer pics

djhiram · 25 May 2009, 12:26 PM

ok...Can you post better pictures? If not carefully try to peel off the hologram and if it has any writing under the hologram such as "Winner Rolex 24 ad Daytona" then it is a replica. That's one quick and easy way to check.

Colnago · 25 May 2009, 12:31 PM

Hi Edwin,

Here's another quick check...try unscrewing the two outer crowns, press the upper one and see if the large second hand either starts to move or stops it if it's already moving....the lower button should return the second hand to the 12 o'clock position.....the full size second hand should only move if the chronograph function is running, it looks to be either parked up at 54 seconds or moving already.....also as an aside, the main central winding crown appears to be missing, considering this there is no way to manually wind the watch, therefore to give it some "life" you will have to give it a bit of movement in your hands for a while to get the rotor to wind it sufficiently to run in the first place....

landroverking · 25 May 2009, 12:35 PM

It does not look right to me. the Bezel and the sub rings just don't look right.

Chozn1 · 25 May 2009, 12:41 PM

At first glance I want to say yes, but I'm not a Daytona expert. Better pics are needed but the serial# being there when the bracelet is removed is a good sign. Also, it doesn't have the dead give away "Rolex 24 Winner" on the case back.

If this is legit, and by this, I mean your story, I would NOT leave it with anyone other than Rolex Service Co. for a few days. They should be able to tell within reason on the spot.

djhiram · 25 May 2009, 12:42 PM

Now that you mention that Jay, the font on the dial doesn't look right to me either...Could just be the picture though?

Guys, anyone else wanna chime in on this one?

edwincases · 25 May 2009, 12:43 PM

Bigger pics

JPersat · 25 May 2009, 12:45 PM

I am going to say no, its not real. They serial number and ref number is too clear, and the clasp is marked 18K and the case is marked stainless steel.

edwincases · 25 May 2009, 12:45 PM

DCGuy1965 · 25 May 2009, 12:47 PM

Bezel is rotated, definitely not sorry.

djhiram · 25 May 2009, 12:52 PM

Sorry Edwin, I'm going to have to say it's not real judging by the photos. The important thing though I think is it came from your uncle...Hopefully it will bring you fond memories of him.

Lol-x · 25 May 2009, 12:52 PM

It don't look right to me

What happened to the lume on the dial and 9 & 10 O'Clock and the Crown is missing too.

The bracelet should definitely not say 18K on a SS model.

Since when did the "Y" serial numbers have 7 numbers after the "Y", it has always been 6 numbers after the letter.

mcjp6 · 25 May 2009, 12:52 PM

I am afraid that I would say fake as the second hand is too short. sorry to learn about your Uncle.

Connoisseur · 25 May 2009, 12:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edwincases

Definitely a fake. The bezel is turned sideways. The bezel on a Daytona does not turn.

Chozn1 · 25 May 2009, 12:55 PM

Pics make all the difference. I'm afraid I think it's a fake too after seeing those with the rotated bezel. Sorry about your uncle.

Colnago · 25 May 2009, 12:55 PM

Also note that the bezel is in totally the wrong orientation.....400 units per hours is at around 26.5 minutes???????.....I hope I am wrong in saying no as well.....but there are just too many things wrong

Starwalker · 25 May 2009, 12:56 PM

take it to a rolex servie center...or look for the boxes and papers!

Colnago · 25 May 2009, 12:56 PM

Think we all spotted the bezel at the same time guys.....

Connoisseur · 25 May 2009, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Colnago

Think we all spotted the bezel at the same time guys.....

That was the first thing I noticed when I clicked on the thread and saw the initial dial shot. I didn't even notice the missing lume at 9 and 10 o'clock and the missing crown until someone else mentioned it.

Orchi · 25 May 2009, 01:04 PM

Err buddies...that watch is...100% FAKEEEEEE...stay FAR away!

edwincases · 25 May 2009, 01:57 PM

thanks for the help, i knew my uncle did'nt have money for this

springer · 25 May 2009, 03:08 PM

It's major fake. Laser engraving also on the case. Fake sticker too. Plus, the band stampings as Steve noted. Then there is the bezel.

Z-Sub · 25 May 2009, 05:02 PM

Don't waste anytime on this one. It belongs to the can

Orchi · 25 May 2009, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edwincases

thanks for the help, i knew my uncle did'nt have money for this

Err buddy...when Orchi said to stay far away from it...
Orchi didn't realize it was from your Uncle...
n presently it's in your possession...

In this case...it would be wise to chuck it away for good...

25 May 2009, 12:31 PM	#9
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Hi Edwin, Here's another quick check...try unscrewing the two outer crowns, press the upper one and see if the large second hand either starts to move or stops it if it's already moving....the lower button should return the second hand to the 12 o'clock position.....the full size second hand should only move if the chronograph function is running, it looks to be either parked up at 54 seconds or moving already.....also as an aside, the main central winding crown appears to be missing, considering this there is no way to manually wind the watch, therefore to give it some "life" you will have to give it a bit of movement in your hands for a while to get the rotor to wind it sufficiently to run in the first place.... __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

25 May 2009, 12:52 PM	#18
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,555	It don't look right to me What happened to the lume on the dial and 9 & 10 O'Clock and the Crown is missing too. The bracelet should definitely not say 18K on a SS model. Since when did the "Y" serial numbers have 7 numbers after the "Y", it has always been 6 numbers after the letter. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

25 May 2009, 12:55 PM	#21
Chozn1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South GA Watch: Sub and President Posts: 1,501	Pics make all the difference. I'm afraid I think it's a fake too after seeing those with the rotated bezel. Sorry about your uncle. __________________ Current Models... (K)Bluesy (M) TT DJ In search of DayDate Prior models... Just about everything.

25 May 2009, 12:55 PM	#22
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	Also note that the bezel is in totally the wrong orientation.....400 units per hours is at around 26.5 minutes???????.....I hope I am wrong in saying no as well.....but there are just too many things wrong __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

25 May 2009, 12:56 PM	#23
Starwalker "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: aroundtheworld Watch: SS Daytona - BLACK Posts: 2,261	take it to a rolex servie center...or look for the boxes and papers! __________________ 116520 Black - 116500 White - 116713LN - 116613LB - Panerai 389 - Chopard Mille Miglia GMT Chronograph - Chopard LUC Sport 2000 - Moser Pioneer Centre Seconds

25 May 2009, 11:37 AM	#1
edwincases "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: puerto rico Posts: 7	Is this one real or not??? Daytona Hi my name is Edwin I got a Rolex Daytona Model #116520, and I've been searching on the internet to see if its real or not, ive been to 3 jewelry stores 2 said it was real and 1 said it was a replica. one of the stores that said it was real told me he needed to keep it a few days to see if its real or not. here are some pictures of the watch

25 May 2009, 12:01 PM	#2
lobo58 Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: Masschusetts Watch: Omega Planet Ocean Posts: 399	I don't know, Edwin. Post clearer pics with more definition. Good luck! Mark

25 May 2009, 12:04 PM	#3
don't back down now Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: usa Posts: 147	where did you purchase?

25 May 2009, 12:12 PM	#4
edwincases "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: puerto rico Posts: 7	am trying to get bigger and more clear pics, and i got it from and uncle who past away i found going thru his belongings.

25 May 2009, 12:20 PM	#5
djhiram Banned Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Hiram Location: Miami, FL Watch: 16600 Sea Dweller Posts: 1,233	Hi Edwin, Let's start with a simple question that may save you a little bit of time. Is there anything written on the back of the case?

25 May 2009, 12:22 PM	#6
edwincases "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: puerto rico Posts: 7	a green hologram

25 May 2009, 12:25 PM	#7
edwincases "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: puerto rico Posts: 7	i can email you some bigger clearer pics

25 May 2009, 12:26 PM	#8
djhiram Banned Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Hiram Location: Miami, FL Watch: 16600 Sea Dweller Posts: 1,233	ok...Can you post better pictures? If not carefully try to peel off the hologram and if it has any writing under the hologram such as "Winner Rolex 24 ad Daytona" then it is a replica. That's one quick and easy way to check.

25 May 2009, 12:35 PM	#10
landroverking "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Jay Location: TEXAS Watch: Daytona Posts: 7,648	It does not look right to me. the Bezel and the sub rings just don't look right.

25 May 2009, 12:41 PM	#11
Chozn1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South GA Watch: Sub and President Posts: 1,501	At first glance I want to say yes, but I'm not a Daytona expert. Better pics are needed but the serial# being there when the bracelet is removed is a good sign. Also, it doesn't have the dead give away "Rolex 24 Winner" on the case back. If this is legit, and by this, I mean your story, I would NOT leave it with anyone other than Rolex Service Co. for a few days. They should be able to tell within reason on the spot. __________________ Current Models... (K)Bluesy (M) TT DJ In search of DayDate Prior models... Just about everything.

25 May 2009, 12:42 PM	#12
djhiram Banned Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Hiram Location: Miami, FL Watch: 16600 Sea Dweller Posts: 1,233	Now that you mention that Jay, the font on the dial doesn't look right to me either...Could just be the picture though? Guys, anyone else wanna chime in on this one?

25 May 2009, 12:43 PM	#13
edwincases "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: puerto rico Posts: 7	Bigger pics

25 May 2009, 12:45 PM	#14
JPersat "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Jarrett Location: San Antonio TX Watch: ing everybody Posts: 1,515	I am going to say no, its not real. They serial number and ref number is too clear, and the clasp is marked 18K and the case is marked stainless steel.

25 May 2009, 12:47 PM	#16
DCGuy1965 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 335	Bezel is rotated, definitely not sorry.

25 May 2009, 12:52 PM	#19
mcjp6 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: VK2 - AUS Watch: 5513s Posts: 7,380	I am afraid that I would say fake as the second hand is too short. sorry to learn about your Uncle.

25 May 2009, 01:04 PM	#26
Orchi Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Malaysia Posts: 2,934	Err buddies...that watch is...100% FAKEEEEEE...stay FAR away!

25 May 2009, 01:57 PM	#27
edwincases "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: puerto rico Posts: 7	thanks for the help, i knew my uncle did'nt have money for this

25 May 2009, 03:08 PM	#28
springer 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: jP Location: Texas Watch: GMT-MASTER Posts: 17,307	It's major fake. Laser engraving also on the case. Fake sticker too. Plus, the band stampings as Steve noted. Then there is the bezel. __________________ Member of NAWCC since 1990. INSTAGRAM USER NAME: SPRINGERJFP Visit my Instagram page to view some of the finest vintage GMTs anywhere - as well as other vintage classics.

25 May 2009, 05:02 PM	#29
Z-Sub 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: Not a ONEWatch Man Posts: 7,383	Don't waste anytime on this one. It belongs to the can __________________ SS Submariner Date "Z" SS SeaDweller "D" SS Submariner "Random" TT Blue Submariner "P" SS GMT-Master ll "M", Pepsi Pam 311, 524, 297

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