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Old 25 September 2020, 12:10 PM   #1
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Real or Fake

Hi guys I need your help to spot if the below Rolex looks real or fake.
The asking price for this is 2750 usd with full set. Should I buy it ? Please help.
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:38 PM   #2
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The bezel is clearly not from Rolex.
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:40 PM   #3
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The bezel is clearly not from Rolex.
isnt that a engine turned bezel
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:41 PM   #4
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I am no expert but that is not even close IMHO
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:41 PM   #5
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How is it that I read the post and can guess that it’s OP’s first post?
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:43 PM   #6
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Rolex 15053 with original bezel.
Reference number is right on the booklet.

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Old 25 September 2020, 12:44 PM   #7
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here is one from bobs watches to compare, cant see any glaring inconsistencies

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Old 25 September 2020, 12:48 PM   #8
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Looks ok to me?
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:49 PM   #9
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Moved to the Vintage section where you'll get more educated answers.
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:50 PM   #10
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Looks ok to me?
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:51 PM   #11
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Looks legit to me, but Consider the source....LOL That is an engine turned bezel. The serial number on papers matches the serial number tag. Cyclops looks good. Booklets and box are period correct and have correct model number. If on eBay, they guarantee authenticity. Nothing in that pic screams fake to me.
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:53 PM   #12
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Looks ok to me?
remind me not to get Paul to authenticate any Rolex.

Tumi bags though, he is the authority ;)
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Old 25 September 2020, 12:54 PM   #13
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Old 25 September 2020, 01:17 PM   #14
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Watch and set look ok to me
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Old 25 September 2020, 01:23 PM   #15
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It looks legit to me, and asking prices are US$5-6k, so the price is right. I'd ask for a photo of the movement (caseback removed).
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Old 25 September 2020, 01:36 PM   #16
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Wow, that's expensive.
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Old 25 September 2020, 01:41 PM   #17
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Old 25 September 2020, 04:53 PM   #18
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I agree. None of this is real. It’s all a simulation. Possibly a simulation created in a simulation.

Seriously though, unless you absolutely love this asthetic, I would save up a little longer and get a more modern Rolex. A used Explorer, OP 39, or modern air king are very modern, versatile, and durable every day watches. I think you will have less regrets to get something super awesome in the 4-6k range than to spend nearly 3k on this watch but not really scratched the itch or made yourself happy.
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Old 25 September 2020, 05:13 PM   #19
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Old 25 September 2020, 05:26 PM   #20
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I agree. None of this is real. It’s all a simulation. Possibly a simulation created in a simulation.

Seriously though, unless you absolutely love this asthetic, I would save up a little longer and get a more modern Rolex. A used Explorer, OP 39, or modern air king are very modern, versatile, and durable every day watches. I think you will have less regrets to get something super awesome in the 4-6k range than to spend nearly 3k on this watch but not really scratched the itch or made yourself happy.
You seem to have wandered into the Vintage section by mistake
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Old 25 September 2020, 10:07 PM   #21
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I agree. None of this is real. It’s all a simulation. Possibly a simulation created in a simulation.

Seriously though, unless you absolutely love this asthetic, I would save up a little longer and get a more modern Rolex. A used Explorer, OP 39, or modern air king are very modern, versatile, and durable every day watches. I think you will have less regrets to get something super awesome in the 4-6k range than to spend nearly 3k on this watch but not really scratched the itch or made yourself happy.
I think 4-6 is low for and Explorer or a current Air King.
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Old 25 September 2020, 10:15 PM   #22
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for $2750 you can dip your toes into the Rolex world and likely make a few bucks if you decide you want something else. seems like a no brainer to me. price is right and that watch is as original as they come.
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Old 26 September 2020, 12:21 AM   #23
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The watch is genuine. If you like it - buy it.
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Old 26 September 2020, 12:43 AM   #24
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At 2750, I would probably jump on that. At 2500, near certain. Cool funky DJ w Box and Papers...pretty cool to me.
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Old 26 September 2020, 01:13 AM   #25
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I am no expert but that is not even close IMHO
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The bezel is clearly not from Rolex.
If you don't know anything about vintage pieces why bother commenting?
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Old 26 September 2020, 02:25 AM   #26
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Old 26 September 2020, 03:00 AM   #27
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Very annoying and frustrating when people with no knowledge feel the need to instantly comment and claim fake


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Old 26 September 2020, 03:10 AM   #28
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Yep - and it will always happen. Always.
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Old 26 September 2020, 03:14 AM   #29
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I have that reference, exactly the same, including the bracelet. Sure wish I had the full set...

Price is right and as long as the seller can be vetted, it's a no brainer. Buy it.
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Old 26 September 2020, 03:35 AM   #30
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Moved to the Vintage section where you'll get more educated answers.
Good way to handle this. If people don’t know, don’t comment
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