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lakeros · 27 March 2009, 05:21 AM

Watchmakers -

I was just thinking, with all those small internal parts how do you know which ones are fake/aftermarket or real OEM parts? I can't see where Rolex would be able to put any markings on all of the parts.

Thanks in advance!

Jason

watchmaker · 27 March 2009, 05:28 AM

I have never once come across generic Rolex parts that come any where close to the quality of genuine ones. Basically I can tell because the finish isnt as good, or the pivots are JUST the wrong size.

Also, there are certain parts that Rolex make in a different way, that is unique to them, and often the fakes dont copy this.

lakeros · 27 March 2009, 07:27 AM

I figured as much. It seems it comes down to the trained eye of a watchmaker then. I was just curious. I appreciate the answer.

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lakeros "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Jason Location: AZ, USA Watch: Sea Dweller M Posts: 386	All those tiny parts... Watchmakers - I was just thinking, with all those small internal parts how do you know which ones are fake/aftermarket or real OEM parts? I can't see where Rolex would be able to put any markings on all of the parts. Thanks in advance! Jason __________________ Sea Dweller M SS Sub Date - gone but not forgotten Member NYLON NATION! #12188

27 March 2009, 07:27 AM	#3
lakeros "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Jason Location: AZ, USA Watch: Sea Dweller M Posts: 386	I figured as much. It seems it comes down to the trained eye of a watchmaker then. I was just curious. I appreciate the answer. __________________ Sea Dweller M SS Sub Date - gone but not forgotten Member NYLON NATION! #12188

27 March 2009, 05:28 AM	#2
watchmaker TechXpert Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Scott Location: London Posts: 2,240	I have never once come across generic Rolex parts that come any where close to the quality of genuine ones. Basically I can tell because the finish isnt as good, or the pivots are JUST the wrong size. Also, there are certain parts that Rolex make in a different way, that is unique to them, and often the fakes dont copy this.

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