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2 September 2017, 01:29 AM
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Sub authenticity (specifically bezel font)
First-time poster here looking for some reassurance post-purchase.
I recently bought this 1998 Sub 14060 from a trusted re-seller. I had the watch opened up and authenticated too (not by an AD mind you). After looking at other models of this year online, the bezel seems to be a different font (thinner and the tail on the 4 is not as long for example). Is this just a manufacturing variance or is there something off? Appreciate the help here! |
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2 September 2017, 02:34 AM
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I agree , bezel does look aftermarket to me and not Rolex original. It also looks too new
Lets hear from other more knowledgeable Adam
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2 September 2017, 05:41 AM
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that lume pip at 12 is off.
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2 September 2017, 05:42 AM
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Bezel looks aftermarket , the font on the 4 definitely looks different and the pearl looks too new for a watch that age.
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2 September 2017, 05:44 AM
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2 September 2017, 06:29 AM
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6 September 2017, 08:31 AM
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Bezel and insert look aftermarket to me. Wonder whether some parts of the movement are aftermarket as well.
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7 September 2017, 03:40 AM
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Movement has been verified and authenticated. Let's not plant unnecessary seeds of doubt please
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7 September 2017, 03:46 AM
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Sorry most jewelers would not know how or what authenticates a Rolex movement. So as of now, we can say the "bezel" looks incorrect/after market - that may or may not be the only issue. Only a photo of movement or possible the numbers between the lugs will make a more positive thought adam
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7 September 2017, 06:21 AM
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All valid points, sorry I got a little bit defensive there. I'll be going to RSC in NY to have all of this verified...seems like the safest bet for peace of mind.
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7 September 2017, 06:43 AM
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9 September 2017, 02:39 AM
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An update on this after a visit to the RSC in New York. Watch is fully authentic including the bezel. I asked why it varied from other models of this era and the response was that they frequently changed between years.
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9 September 2017, 06:00 AM
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take the back off and look at the movement
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9 September 2017, 07:26 AM
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