Rolex authenticity question: updated with photo in thread

[JoseR]

Looks as fake as a $3 bill...

[Bladeshot]

There are so many things wrong with it, as mentioned above. You say the authenticity was called into question. Looks like it was, with good reason. Go back to the dealer that sold it to you and ask them to verify it is genuine and explain how they know.

Or (better yet) take to a Rolex AD and have them check it. Then, when the “dealer” you bought it from says it’s genuine, you can explain that Rolex told you it is not authentic. Good luck.

[GarbanzoNegro]

If it looks like a duck...

[The Libertine]

Originally Posted by Biotech

Hi There, I purchased a Rolex from a dealer and now I’m considering selling. It’s authenticity has been called into doubt and I’m very confused. I have feedback someone who saw a photo. Could you all take a look and see if you see what they are talking about?

Better to confirm authenticity before buying, not after.

[Biotech]

If I sent someone an imgur link of it would they be able to post it for me? It only lets you do links after you have 10 posts.

Thank you all for dealing with a new member and providing your expertise. Shocking to the system to hear, but much appreciate spending your time looking at it.

[Biotech]

I bought it almost 10 years ago, and there’s no dealer where I live now. I did have it cleaned and serviced by a Rolex dealer when I was in Vancouver and he confirmed it was a Rolex before he would work on it. That’s why I’m so confused.

[colemanitis]

Originally Posted by Biotech

If I sent someone an imgur link of it would they be able to post it for me? It only lets you do links after you have 10 posts.

Thank you all for dealing with a new member and providing your expertise. Shocking to the system to hear, but much appreciate spending your time looking at it.

PM sent (if you're able to PM with only 5 posts)

[depmur]

Here’s a couple pictures from the OP that are a little better. I’m not near knowledgeable enough to pass judgement though there are some areas of concern that I see.

https://m.imgur.com/OnkaU67

https://imgur.com/gallery/xE1YuRz


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[colemanitis]

From looking at those pics as well as the one you sent me, I can say with 100% certainty that this is a fake. Sorry...

[zengineer]

The cyclops doesn't even try to magnify.

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[Tools]

Looks fake to me.

[Welshwatchman]

The watch is a counterfeit.

I am skeptical about the story of the AD purchase, and that's being kind.

[mgsooner]

Story is nonsense. Sorry.

[JP.]

Originally Posted by Biotech

Apologies, I’m having trouble getting a photo of the right size for the forum that’s of any use.

Look at the '6 hour marker! That's just laughable!

Small children should not see this fake as it's so freakin' bad. One of worst pieces of sh*t I've seen in a long time.

[sillo]

pictures embedded

[Topspin14m]

Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

The watch is a counterfeit.

I am skeptical about the story of the AD purchase, and that's being kind.

Agreed, although, in his defense, I’m not sure he meant “authorized dealer” when he said “dealer”.

[LeftCoastBias]

The lume pip on the bezel looks like a blob of toothpaste.


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[Bigblu10]

The watch is total junk. There is not one thing correct with that abomination. Smash it with a sledge.

[schoolboy]

Does look off

[CorradoBrit]

Not buying OP's cries of ignorance or the entire story. So many faults with that fake its not worth commenting further.

[thesharkfactor]

Originally Posted by Biotech

I bought it almost 10 years ago, and there’s no dealer where I live now. I did have it cleaned and serviced by a Rolex dealer when I was in Vancouver and he confirmed it was a Rolex before he would work on it. That’s why I’m so confused.

Nonsense. This watch is a very poor quality fake, you could not have had this serviced at all, anywhere. No self respecting watchmaker would work on that never mind a Rolex dealer.. ffs.

[CorradoBrit]

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Nonsense. This watch is a very poor quality fake, you could not have had this serviced at all, anywhere. No self respecting watchmaker would work on that never mind a Rolex dealer.. ffs.

Probably a Roiex dealer service.

[sillo]

Originally Posted by thesharkfactor

Nonsense. This watch is a very poor quality fake, you could not have had this serviced at all, anywhere. No self respecting watchmaker would work on that never mind a Rolex dealer.. ffs.

lol I'd love to see what the movement looks like on this thing.

[Biotech]

Originally Posted by CorradoBrit

Probably a Roiex dealer service.

Ok thank you. It may have been a Rolex service dealership, now I’m doubting everything. Appreciate your time folks.

[Andad]

I have nothing to add.

Send it back?

[supernova]

You can tell so easily it's such a crap fake even from the crap photo.

The OP knows it's fake, just testing it here to see if it would pass the "looks like a decent copy" test before he shows it off to his mates.

[edweather]

The original post doesn't even make sense. Fishing expedition.

[Biotech]

Apologies if this isn’t the kind of post you’re supposed to make in this forum. The first photo quality was because it kept telling me my photos were too large. Like I said, I’m grateful for the help and appreciate your feedback. Cheers to all from Canada :)

{I’m fairly upset by the possibility that it is not real, and I’m trying to keep a stiff upper lip about the whole thing} The fact we don’t have a dealer in my town is very frustrating when I’d still like someone to confirm in person just for my own piece of mind (at least try not to argue as I have no idea how I ended up with a fake one, and I’m trying to figure it out. I’m making up elaborate stories in my head of it being switched by a former roommate or something? I don’t know, I’m just fairly upset}

[sillo]

You should contact whoever you bought it from.

[CorradoBrit]

Show us the service report and redeem yourself.