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acidrider · 30 June 2018, 07:10 PM

Hello

I have recently ordered a new Rolex Exp II 42m from a dealer.

When it finally arrives - what steps do I need to take to ensure it is a real Rolex and not a fake one?

Thanks!

Andad · 30 June 2018, 07:16 PM

Check the dealer out before you buy the Rolex.

Not sure if you mean a grey or an AD?

Quailhunter · 30 June 2018, 07:59 PM

If the dealer is an authorized Rolex dealer, no worries. The Rolex website lists authorized dealers. If it’s not an authorized dealer, you have no absolute assurance what you are buying is genuine inside and out. I would pay with a credit card. If the watch turns out to be less than advertised, the credit card company may be able to get your money back. However, finding out the watch is not real after you receive it is a little too late and can be very difficult.

AK797 · 30 June 2018, 08:01 PM

Put up pics here in Watchout and we'll tell you.

beshannon · 30 June 2018, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acidrider

Hello

I have recently ordered a new Rolex Exp II 42m from a dealer.

When it finally arrives - what steps do I need to take to ensure it is a real Rolex and not a fake one?

Thanks!

From what dealer?

dmash · 30 June 2018, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beshannon

From what dealer?

Thoroug and through honest and legitimate Dealer, Aliexpress

cdmorenot · 30 June 2018, 09:48 PM

When it finally arrives? Is it coming from that far away?

Anyway, you should have asked this question before buying and done your due diligence on dealer first. The first sign something may be wrong, is the fact you can't fully trust your dealer.

Best of luck OP.

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Chewbacca · 1 July 2018, 02:49 AM

When you say ‘dealer’... uh, um, what type of dealer?

DARK_KNIGHT · 1 July 2018, 03:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acidrider

Hello

I have recently ordered a new Rolex Exp II 42m from a dealer.

When it finally arrives - what steps do I need to take to ensure it is a real Rolex and not a fake one?

Thanks!

Define dealer?

Are you comfortable paying first and then...........(sound trails off)........

DARK_KNIGHT · 1 July 2018, 03:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmash

Thoroug and through honest and legitimate Dealer, Aliexpress

Are they affiliated with the renowned dealers over at alibaba?

DARK_KNIGHT · 1 July 2018, 03:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cdmorenot

When it finally arrives? Is it coming from that far away?

Anyway, you should have asked this question before buying and done your due diligence on dealer first. The first sign something may be wrong, is the fact you can't fully trust your dealer.

Best of luck OP.

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Packages shipped by Pony Express take time. Just hope that Jesse James and his crew don´t catch wind of the contents.

VintageVagabound · 1 July 2018, 04:04 AM

People jumped all over the OP but he’s in Australia and I’m sure many watches take a little time when ordered out of the country. I assume it’s from a grey market seller. Now that you’ve bought the watch you can probably name the seller and get some feedback.

Bottom line, you can take the watch to a local authorized Rolex dealer and ask them to inspect it for you. You can also post pictures here and get a group evaluation.

acidrider · 5 July 2018, 04:43 PM

hello everyone,

I am sorry I did not provide enough information about the "dealer" because I am totally new to this forum and new to Rolex in general.

The dealer where I paid my deposit is listed as an 'authorized dealer' on the rolex.com web site, located in Melbourne, Australia.

Therefore based of your replies, I should be 100% covered and no need for any further checking of the watch on delivery??

(It is not a "grey" dealer or private seller)

The watch is still coming, i.e. brand new, I am on a waiting list of several months, according to the dealer. Due probably Sep/Oct ?

I was never going to buy a Rolex from any other kind of dealer because Rolex is one of the biggest 'fake-attractions' on this planet, along with Louis Vuitton products.

In fact this stopped me from buying a Rolex until now because every time I see one or a Luis Vuitton bag I wonder if it is a fake or not.

Abdullah71601 · 5 July 2018, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acidrider

hello everyone,

I am sorry I did not provide enough information about the "dealer" because I am totally new to this forum and new to Rolex in general.

The dealer where I paid my deposit is listed as an 'authorized dealer' on the rolex.com web site, located in Melbourne, Australia.

Therefore based of your replies, I should be 100% covered and no need for any further checking of the watch on delivery??

(It is not a "grey" dealer or private seller)

The watch is still coming, i.e. brand new, I am on a waiting list of several months, according to the dealer. Due probably Sep/Oct ?

I was never going to buy a Rolex from any other kind of dealer because Rolex is one of the biggest 'fake-attractions' on this planet, along with Louis Vuitton products.

In fact this stopped me from buying a Rolex until now because every time I see one or a Luis Vuitton bag I wonder if it is a fake or not.

No worries. You are absolutely guaranteed an authentic watch when purchased from an authorized dealer. No need to have it checked by someone else.

Enjoy your new watch.

GLADIATOR · 5 July 2018, 10:41 PM

You are good to go
Post photos when it arrives
adam

Porsche · 5 July 2018, 10:48 PM

An AD is Melbourne...? You can sleep very easy on that one.

Congrats and relax until it arrives.

PS. limited supply of sports models down-under, amazing that we have to wait for even a humble Explorer...

Uhtred59 · 6 July 2018, 03:34 AM

I guess a funny guy would say bring it to an AD, but I guess that would mean bringing it to the same shop.

FinWatch · 6 July 2018, 03:41 AM

Sounds good: just relax and enjoy! Amazing watch, waiting for the pics!!

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crowncollection · 6 July 2018, 05:59 AM

Your not going to get a fake from an ad

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DARK_KNIGHT · 6 July 2018, 08:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acidrider

Hello

I have recently ordered a new Rolex Exp II 42m from a dealer.

When it finally arrives - what steps do I need to take to ensure it is a real Rolex and not a fake one?

Thanks!

Congrats on your purchase.

acidrider · 6 July 2018, 10:35 AM

thank you everyone!! Cheers.

pjkrolex · 9 July 2018, 12:29 AM

Hi - hoping for confirmation on my new Platinum Day Date. I purchased this watch new last month from an authorized Rolex dealer. The thing that seems weird is the number of "non-screw" links in the bracelet. Total number of links is correct (24) but please look at the total number of links without screws. I've posted pictures of both sides of the bracelet. In other pictures of this model I've found online it seems like it should have one or two more non-screw links (and one or two fewer removable links). Could you guys look at my attached pics and reply if I should be worried? My poor watch now lives in my bank safe deposit box because I'm worried about this. Thanks !

J_1964 · 9 July 2018, 05:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pjkrolex

Hi - hoping for confirmation on my new Platinum Day Date. I purchased this watch new last month from an authorized Rolex dealer. The thing that seems weird is the number of "non-screw" links in the bracelet. Total number of links is correct (24) but please look at the total number of links without screws. I've posted pictures of both sides of the bracelet. In other pictures of this model I've found online it seems like it should have one or two more non-screw links (and one or two fewer removable links). Could you guys look at my attached pics and reply if I should be worried? My poor watch now lives in my bank safe deposit box because I'm worried about this. Thanks !

Start Your Own Thread, Don't Hijack Someone Else's.

J_1964 · 9 July 2018, 05:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acidrider

Hello

I have recently ordered a new Rolex Exp II 42m from a dealer.

When it finally arrives - what steps do I need to take to ensure it is a real Rolex and not a fake one?

Thanks!

If you purchased from an AD, the chances of getting a Fake Are About 0%. If you are still paranoid about it, take it to an AD and get it checked out. You can also go to some of the better Online Dealers Websites and compare yours with theirs in minute detail to authenticate, or of course post the photos here and let the TRF Wizards have a look.

GradyPhilpott · 9 July 2018, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pjkrolex

Hi - hoping for confirmation on my new Platinum Day Date. I purchased this watch new last month from an authorized Rolex dealer. The thing that seems weird is the number of "non-screw" links in the bracelet.

Removable links have screws.

Non-removable links do not have screws.

Danny464 · 17 July 2018, 08:47 AM

Post the pictures just to see it

30 June 2018, 07:10 PM	#1
acidrider "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Australia Watch: JLC Reveil, Exp 2 Posts: 15	buying a new Rolex and making sure it is not a fake Hello I have recently ordered a new Rolex Exp II 42m from a dealer. When it finally arrives - what steps do I need to take to ensure it is a real Rolex and not a fake one? Thanks!

30 June 2018, 07:16 PM	#2
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,791	Check the dealer out before you buy the Rolex. Not sure if you mean a grey or an AD? __________________ E

30 June 2018, 09:48 PM	#7
cdmorenot 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Carlos Location: NNJ - MDE Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 3,355	When it finally arrives? Is it coming from that far away? Anyway, you should have asked this question before buying and done your due diligence on dealer first. The first sign something may be wrong, is the fact you can't fully trust your dealer. Best of luck OP. Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk __________________ 16570, 224270, 126610, 126334

5 July 2018, 10:41 PM	#15
GLADIATOR "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Costa Blanca, Watch: YMII,GMTII,DAYTONA Posts: 5,288	You are good to go Post photos when it arrives adam __________________ The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is. Winston Churchill "We judge ourselves by what we feel capable of doing, while others judge us by what we have already done."

5 July 2018, 10:48 PM	#16
Porsche 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: John Location: ɹǝpun Watch: and learn Posts: 2,984	An AD is Melbourne...? You can sleep very easy on that one. Congrats and relax until it arrives. PS. limited supply of sports models down-under, amazing that we have to wait for even a humble Explorer... __________________ Obey Gravity, it's the Law! ROLEX --- SEIKO --- HEUER TRF REHAUT T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M T H E R O L E X F O R U M

30 June 2018, 07:59 PM	#3
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	If the dealer is an authorized Rolex dealer, no worries. The Rolex website lists authorized dealers. If it’s not an authorized dealer, you have no absolute assurance what you are buying is genuine inside and out. I would pay with a credit card. If the watch turns out to be less than advertised, the credit card company may be able to get your money back. However, finding out the watch is not real after you receive it is a little too late and can be very difficult.

30 June 2018, 08:01 PM	#4
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,218	Put up pics here in Watchout and we'll tell you.

1 July 2018, 02:49 AM	#8
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	When you say ‘dealer’... uh, um, what type of dealer?

1 July 2018, 04:04 AM	#12
VintageVagabound "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 568	People jumped all over the OP but he’s in Australia and I’m sure many watches take a little time when ordered out of the country. I assume it’s from a grey market seller. Now that you’ve bought the watch you can probably name the seller and get some feedback. Bottom line, you can take the watch to a local authorized Rolex dealer and ask them to inspect it for you. You can also post pictures here and get a group evaluation.

5 July 2018, 04:43 PM	#13
acidrider "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Australia Watch: JLC Reveil, Exp 2 Posts: 15	hello everyone, I am sorry I did not provide enough information about the "dealer" because I am totally new to this forum and new to Rolex in general. The dealer where I paid my deposit is listed as an 'authorized dealer' on the rolex.com web site, located in Melbourne, Australia. Therefore based of your replies, I should be 100% covered and no need for any further checking of the watch on delivery?? (It is not a "grey" dealer or private seller) The watch is still coming, i.e. brand new, I am on a waiting list of several months, according to the dealer. Due probably Sep/Oct ? I was never going to buy a Rolex from any other kind of dealer because Rolex is one of the biggest 'fake-attractions' on this planet, along with Louis Vuitton products. In fact this stopped me from buying a Rolex until now because every time I see one or a Luis Vuitton bag I wonder if it is a fake or not.

6 July 2018, 03:34 AM	#17
Uhtred59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Ken Location: Europa Watch: 216570 Posts: 693	I guess a funny guy would say bring it to an AD, but I guess that would mean bringing it to the same shop. __________________ "My center is yielding, my right is retreating. Excellent situation, I am attacking" Ferdinand Foch

6 July 2018, 03:41 AM	#18
FinWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Finland Posts: 2,777	Sounds good: just relax and enjoy! Amazing watch, waiting for the pics!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 July 2018, 05:59 AM	#19
crowncollection "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: David Location: australia Posts: 20,157	Your not going to get a fake from an ad Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ watches many

6 July 2018, 10:35 AM	#21
acidrider "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Australia Watch: JLC Reveil, Exp 2 Posts: 15	thank you everyone!! Cheers.

17 July 2018, 08:47 AM	#26
Danny464 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: San diego Posts: 13	Post the pictures just to see it

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