New member with a simple question for the pros

[robomat13]

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

Lug holes were normal on older models

[Steerpike999]

Welcome, Stop listening to your buddy.

[bobby81]

Originally Posted by jurob

Thanks for allowing me to join.



I'm on the hunt for a Pre-owned Rolex for my wife's 50th (she is worth new, but my bank account is not).



My buddy (BEN) insists that a Rolex is fake if the watch case/body has holes on the exterior for the watchband to attach. He says all are smooth with no holes on the outside to push in to remove the band (I lack watch lingo).



While searching pics online, I am finding 26mm Rolex's for sale with and without the holes. Majority are smooth, but some are popping up with holes and they guarantee that it is authentic.



Can anybody clear this up for us?



Thank you

You can get a Rolex with or without lug holes. Most of the older Rolex models have holes. Just because the watch has holes does not mean it is not authentic


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[daOnlyBG]

Originally Posted by jurob

My buddy (BEN) insists that a Rolex is fake if the watch case/body has holes on the exterior for the watchband to attach.

I guess Rolex must have sold a bunch of fakes in its day

Welcome, and tell your buddy to join too, he'll learn a lot quickly

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by mountainjogger

OP please think about Lee's point. No offense intended, but if you try to get a "bargain" Rolex with your current knowledge level, you will probably be flushing your money down the plumbing.

Many TRF members have spent decades gaining their knowledge base. Unless you are going to put in a lot of time, your best bet is to use a trusted seller that has been vetted by this forum.

Good luck.

Pretty much my point. There are fakes both with and without lug holes. Get with someone you can trust to buy your watch or learn enough to be self sufficient. Either way you'll reduce your chances of stepping into dangerous waters. Good luck with the present for your wife. The good news is that there are some bargains to be had in women's Rolex watches!!! Let us know how she loves her new watch.

[mountainjogger]

Originally Posted by jurob

I don't know if I did the right thing or not, her birthday is next week.

I purchased a brand new 26mm no date. She is very clear that she wants a small watch. If she is not happy, I'll get her a Swatch watch.

Pics or it didn't happen.

[Bizcut1]

Originally Posted by garyk

Your friend can feel dumb, you were smart enough to come here and ask!

^^^ This. And welcome to the Forum ^^^

[RHIII]

Originally Posted by brandrea

Good luck OP

Use a trusted seller to acquire this. You may pay slightly more, but you will have piece of mind knowing it’s authentic

^^^^^^ this 100%

[Nikrnic]

You may want to look at 31 and 34mm as well. Just take your time and as we all agree > Buy the seller first. Happy Hunting.....

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