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8 April 2019, 02:23 AM | #91 |
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That photo makes me want to lift my flute bezel and see if RSC cleaned under there...
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8 April 2019, 02:25 AM | #92 |
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Great story. Congratulations As long as it’s not a fake or stolen.
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8 April 2019, 02:29 AM | #93 |
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Wow nice find!
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8 April 2019, 02:30 AM | #94 | |
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I would want the watch to remain in my possession while it is verified whether it is fake or stolen for two reasons: 1. I'd prefer to keep in my possession while its origins are verified. I can imagine any number of reasons Rolex might think it's stolen, and insist on holding onto it until proven otherwise. 2. If it's fake, they'll never return it, and it will be more difficult to get your money back from the store. If, on the other hand, you can return to the store with a letter from Rolex stating that the serial number doesn't match an actual GMT and a receipt, you should be able to get your mom's money back and let it be the store's problem. 3. If it's not stolen, but was, as others have stated, donated in error/for revenge, then what to do, and on what terms, is entirely at your discretion (fairest thing would likely be offering it back for the exact amount you paid for it) but at least you can make contact with the owner (or do so via Rolex, who can keep their info confidential while you hold onto the watch). |
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8 April 2019, 02:35 AM | #95 | |
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8 April 2019, 02:46 AM | #96 |
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One thing I have noticed in the pics is it appears to have some sort of blue AR coating on the crystal.
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8 April 2019, 02:48 AM | #97 | |
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Also, would such a fake have the visible extra gasket on the threads of the trip lock crown, and does this one have such? |
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8 April 2019, 03:24 AM | #98 | |
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8 April 2019, 03:30 AM | #99 |
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Good score if it’s authentic Sean
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8 April 2019, 03:35 AM | #100 | |
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Look at the movement in that one. Clearly a fake. It doesn’t even have a full balance bridge. Also the watch has been at a steady +3 sec/day If anyone spots something that seems off lemme know. I have a good picture of the LEC, but the serial is right there so I want to take a new one from another angle. I’ll get it up later tonight. It’s also a V serial which is perfect for a 116710. Here’s some more movement pics. My Dad’s BLNR The LN |
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8 April 2019, 03:41 AM | #101 |
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If it’s a fake, then I’m fooled. Never seen a fake with a genuine Rolex movement, although I know some vintage frankens exist.
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8 April 2019, 03:43 AM | #102 |
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Fascinating thread. Can't wait to see how this ends. Best of luck!
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8 April 2019, 03:43 AM | #103 |
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Wow, fantastic score and what a story! Thanks for sharing! Hats off to your Mom for having that gut feeling and going with it. Also, for her negotiation skills on the price too. Did she buy a Lottery ticket that day too?
I love these kinds of stories! Most importantly, I love when a watch like this gets into the hands of someone who knows what it is and will appreciate it. Instead of someone who doesn't care and is only looking to make money. Congrats! This is the kind of find that we are all hoping to experience someday. Equivalent to that old rare car barn find that all auto enthusiasts want to uncover. |
8 April 2019, 03:48 AM | #104 |
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Congrats great score
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8 April 2019, 04:01 AM | #105 |
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Great find! I hope everything works out in your favor after the RSC inspection.
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8 April 2019, 04:02 AM | #106 |
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8 April 2019, 04:14 AM | #107 |
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Maybe worth putting pics up on the big replica sites as they will know if this is a latest superfake or franken. Otherwise it is the right move to send this to RSC and find out the truth of the watch.
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8 April 2019, 04:19 AM | #108 |
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Can we have few pics of the watch?
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8 April 2019, 04:26 AM | #109 |
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That’s awesome, congrats!
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8 April 2019, 04:42 AM | #110 | |
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Caveat emptor. Anyway, looks real to me. |
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8 April 2019, 04:57 AM | #111 |
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Go back and look for the box and papers.
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8 April 2019, 05:02 AM | #112 |
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Wear it and enjoy it. Fake or not if you can’t tell, then at this point is as good as real and comes with a great story. but if you decide to flip it, then the responsible thing to do is take the gamble with rolex to confirm its real and not stolen before passing it on to any buyer
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8 April 2019, 05:02 AM | #113 |
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So cool, congrats!!!
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Did you miss the ones he shared in post #1? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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8 April 2019, 05:09 AM | #115 | |
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Good on ya! I will subscribe to this thread - always like to see a great find validated. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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8 April 2019, 05:10 AM | #116 |
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I would only feel good about the great score after I have taken it to Rolex and verified that it has not been reported as stolen. Only then I would feel good about it. I wouldnt want that stigma. Just my opinion though.
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8 April 2019, 05:17 AM | #117 |
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Sending it out to RSC is a great gamble IMO. Upside of your 700$ investment is 10k, downside is zero if they confiscate it for being fake or stolen.
If purchased with a credit card, i wonder if the cards customer protection would cover what you paid. But being told it was fake before purchasing May hurt those chances
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8 April 2019, 05:23 AM | #118 |
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Looks good to me. It's definitely stolen - YOU stole it.
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8 April 2019, 05:56 AM | #119 |
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And reminding them that knowingly selling counterfeit merchandise is a crime should be enough to get a refund. Doesn’t matter if they disclose or not. In the end, they won’t want to gamble when it was probably donated in the first place.
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8 April 2019, 06:07 AM | #120 |
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Subscribed. I want to know more about these curious thrifty charity shops.
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