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Old 13 May 2016, 12:41 PM   #1
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Need help on Verifying First Rolex

I'm looking at buying my first Rolex and my friend, who works at a local Watch Store, is looking to give me a good deal on my first Rolex.

Originally, I was looking at a circa 1990, black dial, no box no papers and was offered the next day, the same price on a 1986/1988 champagne dial with box/papers.

I was really set on a sapphire crystal, and according to the listing, it shows sapphire crystal, but according to the 16013 serial, shows plastic.

I'm not sure if it's a misprint, but looks like same watch, one shows 1986 while the other shows 1988, is there a way to confirm this before I confirm the sale?

Shows sapphire crystal but 16013,
http://www.sarasotawatch.com/collect...nt=19630592134


Shows 16013, but 1988 & saphire crystal?
http://www.sarasotawatch.com/collect...nt=19630284550
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Old 13 May 2016, 02:49 PM   #2
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I found out it is a 1986.

So I'm debating between a no box/no papers, black dial 16233 and a 16013 champagne dial, better condition band and box + papers...

Which seems to be the better deal?

Value any input!
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Old 13 May 2016, 03:17 PM   #3
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crystal is aftermarket
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Old 13 May 2016, 03:23 PM   #4
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I'm guessing you're talking about the 16013?
Might just be a typo? Or is there any evidence to back the statement?
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Old 13 May 2016, 03:36 PM   #5
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Yes the 16013 originally has plastic crystal you can see it is a sapphire conversion the pics


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Old 13 May 2016, 03:59 PM   #6
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Yes the 16013 originally has plastic crystal you can see it is a sapphire conversion the pics


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http://www.bonanza.com/listings/Role...KpMaAhNK8P8HAQ

I was thinking that as well, but listed here, it says plastic?

According to what I've read, the cyclops on the sapphire is glued on and is molded as part of the crystal with the acrylic.
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Old 13 May 2016, 07:37 PM   #7
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I can't see plastic written anywhere ?

In those shots it looks plastic anyway.
Now I have a bigger screen
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I think he is here on TRF why not ask him?
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Old 13 May 2016, 10:07 PM   #9
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Ask the seller (or you can do) a water beading test.
If it "is" sapphire the drop of water will form a "bead" if its plastic the water will spread out over the plastic,
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Old 13 May 2016, 11:17 PM   #10
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I'd pass. Try a trusted seller on TRF, I just picked up a 2000 DJ from Capetown Diamonds, good experience.
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Ask the seller (or you can do) a water beading test.
If it "is" sapphire the drop of water will form a "bead" if its plastic the water will spread out over the plastic,
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An even easier test is just hold it to your fore head.
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An even easier test is just hold it to your fore head.
Yes, very scientific.
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Yes, very scientific.
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I'm not kidding.
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Hello,

Check Dtwatches, ocrolexguy or any reputable dealer on the forum, you'll find your happiness.
Seems a bit overprice to me, hope your friend give you a 20% discount.
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Maybe not, but I offer a much simpler, cheap scientific test now on my course
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Maybe not, but I offer a much simpler, cheap scientific test now on my course
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What can be simpler then holding it to your forehead?

If it feels warm to the touch it's plastic and if it feels cold it's sapphire.

Try it, you'll be surprised.
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An even easier test is just hold it to your fore head.
For two months?
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2 seconds.
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I'm not sure if it's a misprint, but looks like same watch, one shows 1986 while the other shows 1988, is there a way to confirm this before I confirm the sale?

Shows sapphire crystal but 16013,
http://www.sarasotawatch.com/collect...nt=19630592134


Shows 16013, but 1988 & saphire crystal?
http://www.sarasotawatch.com/collect...nt=19630284550
Doesn't look like a misprint to me, those are clearly two different watches (both 16013s).

The 1986 appears to have a linen dial, and the original case-back sticker still in place. The 1988 appears to have a standard champagne dial and no case-back sticker.
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2 seconds.
By now you must have tried it and I'm surprised you haven't replied with something like this yet:

I just tried it Mon and you were of course right.

I'm sorry I doubted you and please accept my apology for the sarcastic remark I made.

PS. Goes for Adam as well.
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What can be simpler then holding it to your forehead?

If it feels warm to the touch it's plastic and if it feels cold it's sapphire.

Try it, you'll be surprised.
Yep, old trick that works well.

Another one that is even easier (and won't leave a smudge) is to simply tap the crystal with the back of your fingernail.
If it's acrylic, it will make a very distinct/sharp sound. If it's sapphire, it won't make any noise at all, just a faint "thud" sound.
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Yep, old trick that works well.

Another one that is even easier (and won't leave a smudge) is to simply tap the crystal with the back of your fingernail.
If it's acrylic, it will make a very distinct/sharp sound. If it's sapphire, it won't make any noise at all, just a faint "thud" sound.
Thanks for confirming.

It's indeed an old trick that I learned back in 1983 when I bought my first Rolex sapphire crystal watch.
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