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Raulex · 7 April 2012, 05:19 AM

I see nothing that can make me say it's a fake. But sometimes fakes are very realistics.

Based on your pictures it seems OK, but to avoid any doubt maybe the best way is to find a Rolex AD and ask him to open the watch and confirm (or not).

aquanaut · 7 April 2012, 05:20 AM

just take it to nearest rolex ad and let them check. only way to 100% confirm

T-Rip · 7 April 2012, 05:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gimpex

Ok I see the difference there - the one having more rounded zeros, and therefore the gap between the "m" and previous "0" being smaller.

However I just checked a few pics of various subs on the forum here and some pics are with the thinner zeros.

I think that's also a lesson for me in among all this -I should stick to AD and trusted sellers !

That's the good thing about TRF. You learn something everyday.. Like when someone posts a fake watch trying to pass it off as real...

odie2355 · 7 April 2012, 05:23 AM

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OrangeCrate · 7 April 2012, 05:30 AM

As aquanaut said, why not just take it to an AD, and have them look at it. One glance will be all they need to confirm or deny authenticity. Good luck.

odie2355 · 7 April 2012, 05:31 AM

Thanks will do will i need to leave it there or they can do it on the spot for me.

T-Rip · 7 April 2012, 05:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie2355

Thanks will do will i need to leave it there or they can do it on the spot for me.

If its fake they will take it from you..I believe..

Mosco · 7 April 2012, 05:52 AM

IMHO, this guy is doing research. Stop helping him.

dl_amg · 7 April 2012, 05:58 AM

In general:
Fake 116610LN will have S/N# V261246
Fake 116660 will have S/N# V646829

odie2355 · 7 April 2012, 06:11 AM

Took it to an AD and he said it was perfect.. the font and space is different because the Ceramic bezel (newer model).

Feel a million times better. Thank you to those who have been helpful, i am truly just a new owner concerned that his fiance got the right watch.

hanybad · 7 April 2012, 06:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie2355

Took it to an AD and he said it was perfect.. the font and space is different because the Ceramic bezel (newer model).

Feel a million times better. Thank you to those who have been helpful, i am truly just a new owner concerned that his fiance got the right watch.

I guess you live on top of the AD thats why it took you only 40 min to go and the AD took the band off as will as the caseback checked and sealed back together and hopefully you stopped for a coffe in the way back to make your last post.

brian8121 · 7 April 2012, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie2355

Took it to an AD and he said it was perfect.. the font and space is different because the Ceramic bezel (newer model).

Feel a million times better. Thank you to those who have been helpful, i am truly just a new owner concerned that his fiance got the right watch.

Wow that was quick based on your previous comment.

odie2355 · 7 April 2012, 06:33 AM

He didnt take the case back off because he said the warranty would void if i took it off with him. It was at a tourneau i work in NYC not uncommon for someone to walk there and get an opinion if your office is actually less than a block away. Thanks again everyone

Rolex Rolex · 7 April 2012, 06:43 AM

Fake,,,

BOA · 7 April 2012, 06:45 AM

You know what? I still say it's fake, but like Mosco suggested, I'm not helping him out any more.

brian8121 · 7 April 2012, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by odie2355

He didnt take the case back off because he said the warranty would void if i took it off with him. It was at a tourneau i work in NYC not uncommon for someone to walk there and get an opinion if your office is actually less than a block away. Thanks again everyone

Haha, thats rubbish but ok. Enjoy your "real" watch.

dl_amg · 7 April 2012, 07:33 AM

too hard to see the whole # but somehow I see the S/N# based on first pic shows X61X46. ;)

Raulex · 7 April 2012, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dl_amg

too hard to see the whole # but somehow I see the S/N# based on first pic shows X61X46. ;)

I can't understand how all of you can affirm it's a fake from a single picture.

What I read is an 8 digit s/n (not V261246) , including maybe 161.48.3

BOA · 7 April 2012, 08:12 AM

I have a new ceramic sub, and going not from a single picture but all of them, I have found enough anomalies to satisfy my overall sense that this clearly is a fake. Some of the differences are actually quite noticeable once you actually center on them, so go back and review/compare. Best done with a real one in hand. You'll come to the same conclusion, and then all of the attitude and fluff of the OP will fall into place as being the crock that it is.

sleddog · 7 April 2012, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

IMHO, this guy is doing research. Stop helping him.

100% right Greg!

In fact, the previous alias of this 'user' (I'd like to politely say fakester), was rolexresearch.....How's that for coincidence?!?!?

The watch is fake, as is the poster!
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=226719

These goons are only posting here to see how well they can pass a fake to the legitimate members who appreciate the REAL thing!!
Be aware......Very aware~

rowdy · 7 April 2012, 09:28 AM

God I love it!!

I'm learning some amazing lessons on this forum! I realise its a fine line between verifying the good from the dogs and essentially providing a public service, but at the same time not showing your whole hand on all the clues and tips as to how the experts here know its a fake......

Mosco · 7 April 2012, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleddog

100% right Greg!

In fact, the previous alias of this 'user' (I'd like to politely say fakester), was rolexresearch.....How's that for coincidence?!?!?

The watch is fake, as is the poster!
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=226719

These goons are only posting here to see how well they can pass a fake to the legitimate members who appreciate the REAL thing!!
Be aware......Very aware~

Holy poop on a stick, what are the odds of that...

subfanatic · 7 April 2012, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosco

Holy poop on a stick, what are the odds of that...

wowie74 · 7 April 2012, 10:27 AM

chinatown!!!

mltworldwide · 7 April 2012, 03:14 PM

I'm impressed. Not by the OP but you guys that can spot a fake so easily. I own that watch (real from AD) and the first pic looked funky but I wasn't sure. But looking at the fonts and spacing is a giveaway. However Rolex has been known to change the font and spacing on some models such as the DSSD. So you never know. I have owned at least 20 Rolex's and I like to think I can spot a fake but who knows. Glad to see the OP banned.

Rolex Rolex · 7 April 2012, 08:07 PM

If it's from AD ... Show us the paper

Andad · 7 April 2012, 08:14 PM

Ummm..RR....the OP has been banned.

azguy · 8 April 2012, 03:06 AM

You guys are good, the bad guys have their work cut out for them around here

Blong · 8 April 2012, 04:00 AM

U know what's funny is, when he was rolexresearch and was told to take it to an AD he said he could do that, but they want $150 and needed it for a week...and was curious if that was normal...then as this guy it took him 15 min to get it authenticated....

MoBe · 8 April 2012, 04:08 AM

This thread was very entertaining,especially the part where the OP was able to leave and return to his computer within 40 mins to have his watch checked for authenticity,very amusing.

Another "gift" Rolex that didn`t pass the smell test.I guess as long as there are counterfeit Rolex out there this kind of nonsense will continue.

7 April 2012, 05:20 AM	#32
aquanaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Scotland Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 353	just take it to nearest rolex ad and let them check. only way to 100% confirm __________________ 1995 Rolex Sea-Dweller 2010 Rolex DSSD 2014 Rolex SD4000 Sea-Dweller 2020 Rolex SD43 Sea-Dweller 2022 Rolex Datejust 41 - Blue Dial, Fluted, Oyster

7 April 2012, 05:52 AM	#38
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	IMHO, this guy is doing research. Stop helping him. __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

7 April 2012, 10:27 AM	#54
wowie74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: r0uel Location: mount kisco,ny Posts: 206	chinatown!!! __________________

7 April 2012, 08:14 PM	#57
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,939	Ummm..RR....the OP has been banned. __________________ E

7 April 2012, 05:19 AM	#31
Raulex Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Europe Posts: 62	I see nothing that can make me say it's a fake. But sometimes fakes are very realistics. Based on your pictures it seems OK, but to avoid any doubt maybe the best way is to find a Rolex AD and ask him to open the watch and confirm (or not).

7 April 2012, 05:23 AM	#34
odie2355 Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New York Posts: 12	rol.jpg

7 April 2012, 05:30 AM	#35
OrangeCrate Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Watch: 16550 Posts: 43	As aquanaut said, why not just take it to an AD, and have them look at it. One glance will be all they need to confirm or deny authenticity. Good luck.

7 April 2012, 05:31 AM	#36
odie2355 Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New York Posts: 12	Thanks will do will i need to leave it there or they can do it on the spot for me.

7 April 2012, 05:58 AM	#39
dl_amg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Los Angeles Watch: 1503 & 1675B Posts: 19	In general: Fake 116610LN will have S/N# V261246 Fake 116660 will have S/N# V646829

7 April 2012, 06:11 AM	#40
odie2355 Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New York Posts: 12	Took it to an AD and he said it was perfect.. the font and space is different because the Ceramic bezel (newer model). Feel a million times better. Thank you to those who have been helpful, i am truly just a new owner concerned that his fiance got the right watch.

7 April 2012, 06:33 AM	#43
odie2355 Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New York Posts: 12	He didnt take the case back off because he said the warranty would void if i took it off with him. It was at a tourneau i work in NYC not uncommon for someone to walk there and get an opinion if your office is actually less than a block away. Thanks again everyone

7 April 2012, 06:43 AM	#44
Rolex Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Dubai Posts: 323	Fake,,,

7 April 2012, 06:45 AM	#45
BOA "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Bruce Location: Chicago, IL Watch: Meteorite DD Posts: 2,192	You know what? I still say it's fake, but like Mosco suggested, I'm not helping him out any more.

7 April 2012, 07:33 AM	#47
dl_amg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Los Angeles Watch: 1503 & 1675B Posts: 19	too hard to see the whole # but somehow I see the S/N# based on first pic shows X61X46. ;)

7 April 2012, 08:12 AM	#49
BOA "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Bruce Location: Chicago, IL Watch: Meteorite DD Posts: 2,192	I have a new ceramic sub, and going not from a single picture but all of them, I have found enough anomalies to satisfy my overall sense that this clearly is a fake. Some of the differences are actually quite noticeable once you actually center on them, so go back and review/compare. Best done with a real one in hand. You'll come to the same conclusion, and then all of the attitude and fluff of the OP will fall into place as being the crock that it is.

7 April 2012, 09:28 AM	#51
rowdy "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Hamish Location: Adelaide Watch: Tudor Posts: 54	God I love it!! I'm learning some amazing lessons on this forum! I realise its a fine line between verifying the good from the dogs and essentially providing a public service, but at the same time not showing your whole hand on all the clues and tips as to how the experts here know its a fake......

7 April 2012, 03:14 PM	#55
mltworldwide 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: florida Posts: 8,338	I'm impressed. Not by the OP but you guys that can spot a fake so easily. I own that watch (real from AD) and the first pic looked funky but I wasn't sure. But looking at the fonts and spacing is a giveaway. However Rolex has been known to change the font and spacing on some models such as the DSSD. So you never know. I have owned at least 20 Rolex's and I like to think I can spot a fake but who knows. Glad to see the OP banned.

7 April 2012, 08:07 PM	#56
Rolex Rolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Dubai Posts: 323	If it's from AD ... Show us the paper

8 April 2012, 03:06 AM	#58
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	You guys are good, the bad guys have their work cut out for them around here

8 April 2012, 04:00 AM	#59
Blong "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Brian Location: Manhattan Watch: 116520 Black Posts: 287	U know what's funny is, when he was rolexresearch and was told to take it to an AD he said he could do that, but they want $150 and needed it for a week...and was curious if that was normal...then as this guy it took him 15 min to get it authenticated....

8 April 2012, 04:08 AM	#60
MoBe "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Canada Posts: 6,773	This thread was very entertaining,especially the part where the OP was able to leave and return to his computer within 40 mins to have his watch checked for authenticity,very amusing. Another "gift" Rolex that didn`t pass the smell test.I guess as long as there are counterfeit Rolex out there this kind of nonsense will continue.

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