my rolex authenticity

[Jtisch]

hello all, quite simply as the topic says. im new and i inherited a new rolex yacht master, gold band. glod face with white dials. im going to the local dealer tomorrow to get its authenticity check, but sense its labor day why not turn to the webs :P

anyways, i got nothing to do so i can take as many pictures of what ever you want...heres a main one for the time being
its from my phone, so not the best, but i have my camera here..

thanks in advance!

[CoopJr]

IMO...fake. Cornet is wrong, the thickness of the lume surrounds is too thick, the gold is discoloring (unless that is just the photo) and I dont believe that they came with champagne dials.

[mjm800]

Originally Posted by CoopJr

IMO...fake. Cornet is wrong, the thickness of the lume surrounds is too thick, the gold is discoloring (unless that is just the photo) and I dont believe that they came with champagne dials.

Bad magnification on Cyclops.

Fake.

[Lol-x]

I am no expert but the dial font, hands and hour markers all look off.

[Lol-x]

Originally Posted by mjm800

Bad magnification on Cyclops.

Good point

[sakuraba]

minute hand is too small for a maxi dial reference.

+1 on Allan. I don't think it was available with the champagne dial

[mjm800]

Originally Posted by sakuraba

minute hand is too small for a maxi dial reference.

It should be past the seconds markers right?

[Jtisch]

hmmmmmm i guess.. let me take a few more pix...i honestly think its legit. but again, im no expert. ill add a few give me just a sec

[BarkMaster]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

hmmmmmm i guess.. let me take a few more pix...i honestly think its legit. but again, im no expert. ill add a few give me just a sec

If you can remove the band and take pictures between the lugs, that would also help.

[Jtisch]

Originally Posted by mjm800

Bad magnification on Cyclops.

Fake.

whats it SUPPOSED to be then? instead of just telling me its wrong

Originally Posted by mjm800

It should be past the seconds markers right?

same here.. whats it SUPPOSED to be..

like i said, ill get more detailed pixs gimme a sec

[onkyo]

Can you provide us with more information on how you acquired it?

Can you give us pictures of the back, bracelet, endpieces, etc?

Thanks!

[sleddog]

Here's a pic of mine to compare....
Should explain a couple of things.....

[Jtisch]

Originally Posted by 777

If you can remove the band and take pictures between the lugs, that would also help.

can you tell me how to do that without ruining it?

[Jtisch]

Originally Posted by onkyo

Can you provide us with more information on how you acquired it?

Can you give us pictures of the back, bracelet, endpieces, etc?

Thanks!

one second, battery is charging...it was dead..

acquired through an estate. gentleman passed and he was a collector of sorts. i have yet to find any paper work for it. but i found numerous seiko watches all valued at 800-1000 with paper work and receipts.

[mjm800]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

whats it SUPPOSED to be then? instead of just telling me its wrong

2.5 times magnification

Originally Posted by Jtisch

same here.. whats it SUPPOSED to be..

See here for example: http://www.qualitytyme.net/pages/rolex_or_replica.html

YACHT-MASTER "MINUTE" HAND... Genuine Rolex Yacht-Master models feature a "minute" hand which is considerably thicker than those on other Rolex sports models. However, to save money, counterfeiters will often use the same hands found on the Submariner

[sleddog]

Minute markers are to long,Minute hand is to thin,Date should be larger and coronet looks off on the dial.....
Would like to see more pics of the back though and a little info on where and how aquired...If it was a cheap buy,then to good to be true usually is.!

[Idle Swede]

Coronet is wrong and in the wrong place.

[Jtisch]

Originally Posted by Idle Swede

Coronet is wrong and in the wrong place.

what is the coronet?
crown?

[BarkMaster]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

can you tell me how to do that without ruining it?

The pins compress like the rod in a toilet tissue holder. You need a thin, sturdy blade to do it (they also have special tools for that).

If you are unsure, I'd say let the AD do it for you.

[BarkMaster]

The gold looks tarnished or rubbed off in the pics. Is it that way in person?

[Jtisch]

[Jtisch]

Originally Posted by 777

The gold looks tarnished or rubbed off in the pics. Is it that way in person?

no it doesnt, and the watch has a fair amount of weight to it.

what ive noticed, the hands are thinner, but other than that..i did visit that tyme website and everything else seem to match up..

some more

[onkyo]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

one second, battery is charging...it was dead..

acquired through an estate. gentleman passed and he was a collector of sorts. i have yet to find any paper work for it. but i found numerous seiko watches all valued at 800-1000 with paper work and receipts.

May I ask what you paid for it?

And do you know its resale value?

[onkyo]

Thanks for the pics.... and sorry!

[Jtisch]

Originally Posted by onkyo

May I ask what you paid for it?

And do you know its resale value?

nothing..

[Jtisch]

im gonna go try to find some small tools in my garage, i should have something to snap off the band. i think i can do it.

[beerformeplz]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

Whats the R for on the top right lug?

[onkyo]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

nothing..

So nothing is lost (or gained).... except your time.

[sleddog]

The markers and numbers are to thick(raised) on the bezel and that coronet on the clasp blades and winding crown are all wrong.....I'm no expert but many things don't look right!

[mjm800]

Originally Posted by Jtisch

im gonna go try to find some small tools in my garage, i should have something to snap off the band. i think i can do it.

If you have a precision tool kit the small flathead screwdriver will do the trick.

See here for video on how to remove band.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIewnx5djEA