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Luxe Time · 25 February 2009, 04:14 AM

I have a question regarding a pre-owned Rolex Submariner (16610) I recently purchased and would appreciate your expertise!

Please note the serial number: K981XXX (late 2001?)

I had the watch authenticated at a reputable local shop and everything looked good, including the movement.

After wearing it for a few days I noticed that the letter "S" in the SUBMARINER font looks different from what I've seen on other Subs. (Please see photos)

I'm wondering if Rolex had variations in this font and if any other K-serial owners have the same font? I'm worried that this dial could be aftermarket, even though fonts are very crisp and everything else looks accurate.

Please share your insight!

Thanks...

25 February 2009, 04:14 AM	#1
Luxe Time "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Raja Location: Connecticut Posts: 951	Rolex Submariner 16610 Font Question -Please help I have a question regarding a pre-owned Rolex Submariner (16610) I recently purchased and would appreciate your expertise! Please note the serial number: K981XXX (late 2001?) I had the watch authenticated at a reputable local shop and everything looked good, including the movement. After wearing it for a few days I noticed that the letter "S" in the SUBMARINER font looks different from what I've seen on other Subs. (Please see photos) I'm wondering if Rolex had variations in this font and if any other K-serial owners have the same font? I'm worried that this dial could be aftermarket, even though fonts are very crisp and everything else looks accurate. Please share your insight! Thanks...