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whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 05:08 PM

How can I tell if this watch is real? I got it online from a place with good reviews

thewatchguy93 · 14 July 2011, 05:20 PM

It looks pretty good to me, I'm not an expert however.. I'm sure someone will chime in whos more knowledgable!!

Dino

Andad · 14 July 2011, 06:17 PM

You should be able to see the model and s/n.

Then can you take off the back and post a pix?

Welcome to the Forum.

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 06:24 PM

Thanks. I got it from swisswatchexpo they seem legit to me. I can't really open the back. Don't have the tools and dont feel like stopping at a rolex place and having them touch my watch lol..

Can you tell me what date and model this watch is by looking at it. the website didnt have the right info on the watch and it didnt come with any booklet or anything. is it like vintage 1970's 80'S?

Andad · 14 July 2011, 06:36 PM

As it is on a strap you should be able to see the model number between the lugs at 12 o'clock and the s/n at 6 o'clock.

Just give us the first 3 numbers of the s/n and the full model number.

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 06:41 PM

at 12 it says Registered design at 6 it says stainless steel

calibre1 · 14 July 2011, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by whatmagame

at 12 it says Registered design at 6 it says stainless steel

I am no expert but the 12 o'clock position between the lugs usually has the model number etched while the 6 o'clock posiiton, the serial number.

That said, you can't be sure as well till you have the movement inspected by a certified Rolex watchmaker.

My

Andad · 14 July 2011, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whatmagame

at 12 it says Registered design at 6 it says stainless steel

There is more there but the strap might be covering it.

LOOK HARDER.

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 07:00 PM

hwo do i remove the strap its hard to see anything without a good angle of light

MonBK · 14 July 2011, 07:03 PM

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Originally Posted by whatmagame

hwo do i remove the strap its hard to see anything without a good angle of light

Push the pins on the side of the case.

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 07:38 PM

cant do it without the tool :(

HL65 · 14 July 2011, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by whatmagame

cant do it without the tool :(

Use a toothpick--it's easy as can be!!

padi56 · 14 July 2011, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whatmagame

Thanks. I got it from swisswatchexpo they seem legit to me. I can't really open the back. Don't have the tools and dont feel like stopping at a rolex place and having them touch my watch lol..

Can you tell me what date and model this watch is by looking at it. the website didnt have the right info on the watch and it didnt come with any booklet or anything. is it like vintage 1970's 80'S?

Well first welcome to TRF I have a few concerns your watch should have been on a Oyster type bracelet.Now the dial on your watch Swiss Made indicates its after 2000.So two possibilities the dial was changed by previous owner by Rolex or dial could be a aftermarket dial.Now if you give us the serial we can date your watch more accurately just the letter or the first 4 numbers will do.

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 08:03 PM

5466570 stainless steel
16013 registerd design

another question i have is this a girls watch lol

Andad · 14 July 2011, 08:07 PM

16013..Google that Rolex number.

Circa 1978.

padi56 · 14 July 2011, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by whatmagame

5466570 stainless steel
16013 registerd design

another question i have is this a girls watch lol

That serial is from 1978/9 and no its not a girls watch but that dial is not the original to your watch .

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 08:14 PM

So your saying that the movement is 16013 but the dial itself is aftermarket. I was a little iffy about it because I cant find this dial anywhere or i haven't looked hard enough. and after googling 16013 it said mens watch it does look a little small like a womans watch but its ok my wrist is small too :P hah

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 08:15 PM

Padi: is there anything wrong with the dial not being the original. i like this dial looks cool

padi56 · 14 July 2011, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by whatmagame

Padi: is there anything wrong with the dial not being the original. i like this dial looks cool

No lots of watches have there dials changed as long as its original Rolex its fine.

whatmagame · 14 July 2011, 08:17 PM

Well thanks for your help people. Im glad its real I really liked this watch haha. i was using a spring from the inside of a pen, little screws from a toy helicopter, nail clipper corners all kind of things to get the damn strap off. then finnally I went down stairs and found a pair of earrings in the drawer. I took both because I thought u had to push both sides of the holes in. it only took a little push with one earing. like he said very easy :0

jms_w · 14 July 2011, 09:24 PM

While the case and dial seem to be original, you really should consider getting the caseback opened to see if the inside has an authentic Rolex movement. That's where the real value is.

whatmagame · 15 July 2011, 03:43 PM

thanks jms_w I will have to do that since the dial is aftermarket. maybe over the weekend

gtb5 · 15 July 2011, 04:30 PM

Authentication at Rolex is free here, not sure about your area.

14 July 2011, 05:08 PM	#1
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	My first watch.. can you tell me if its real How can I tell if this watch is real? I got it online from a place with good reviews

14 July 2011, 05:20 PM	#2
thewatchguy93 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: thewatchguy Location: UK Watch: me buy gold.. Posts: 7,441	It looks pretty good to me, I'm not an expert however.. I'm sure someone will chime in whos more knowledgable!! Dino __________________ Instagram.. @thewatchguy www.thewatchguyofficial.co.uk Got a GREEN Submariner 116610LV.. Visit the official thread here! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=179580 Don't forget to visit the Rolex & Attire thread too! http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=215077

14 July 2011, 06:17 PM	#3
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,798	You should be able to see the model and s/n. Then can you take off the back and post a pix? Welcome to the Forum. __________________ E

14 July 2011, 06:36 PM	#5
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,798	As it is on a strap you should be able to see the model number between the lugs at 12 o'clock and the s/n at 6 o'clock. Just give us the first 3 numbers of the s/n and the full model number. __________________ E

14 July 2011, 08:07 PM	#15
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,798	16013..Google that Rolex number. Circa 1978. __________________ E

14 July 2011, 06:24 PM	#4
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	Thanks. I got it from swisswatchexpo they seem legit to me. I can't really open the back. Don't have the tools and dont feel like stopping at a rolex place and having them touch my watch lol.. Can you tell me what date and model this watch is by looking at it. the website didnt have the right info on the watch and it didnt come with any booklet or anything. is it like vintage 1970's 80'S?

14 July 2011, 06:41 PM	#6
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	at 12 it says Registered design at 6 it says stainless steel

14 July 2011, 07:00 PM	#9
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	hwo do i remove the strap its hard to see anything without a good angle of light

14 July 2011, 07:38 PM	#11
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	cant do it without the tool :(

14 July 2011, 08:03 PM	#14
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	5466570 stainless steel 16013 registerd design another question i have is this a girls watch lol

14 July 2011, 08:14 PM	#17
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	So your saying that the movement is 16013 but the dial itself is aftermarket. I was a little iffy about it because I cant find this dial anywhere or i haven't looked hard enough. and after googling 16013 it said mens watch it does look a little small like a womans watch but its ok my wrist is small too :P hah

14 July 2011, 08:15 PM	#18
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	Padi: is there anything wrong with the dial not being the original. i like this dial looks cool

14 July 2011, 08:17 PM	#20
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	Well thanks for your help people. Im glad its real I really liked this watch haha. i was using a spring from the inside of a pen, little screws from a toy helicopter, nail clipper corners all kind of things to get the damn strap off. then finnally I went down stairs and found a pair of earrings in the drawer. I took both because I thought u had to push both sides of the holes in. it only took a little push with one earing. like he said very easy :0

14 July 2011, 09:24 PM	#21
jms_w "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Coast Watch: 116710LN Posts: 557	While the case and dial seem to be original, you really should consider getting the caseback opened to see if the inside has an authentic Rolex movement. That's where the real value is. __________________ 116520\|116610LV\|116710LN\|16613\|16233 244 232.30.42\|3222.80 A2332212 CFX-200\|Riseman\|GW-M5610

15 July 2011, 03:43 PM	#22
whatmagame "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: United States Posts: 11	thanks jms_w I will have to do that since the dial is aftermarket. maybe over the weekend

15 July 2011, 04:30 PM	#23
gtb5 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 188	Authentication at Rolex is free here, not sure about your area.

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