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Old 25 October 2017, 02:23 AM   #1
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Real or Fake? Datejust Champagne Diamond Dial

Hey everyone,
Im a total noobie when it comes to the world of luxury watches, but I've certainly developed an interest recently. Now, I'm on the hunt to purchase my first Rolex, but of course, I'll do whatever I can to avoid purchasing a fake. I am aware that there are some detailed fakes out there that could easily fool noobies like myself; so I figured I'd post the photos in here to get some verification before I contact the private seller (I can also request more detailed photos if you guys suggest I do so).
A few things that stuck out to me: 1:There are two engraving marks on the back of the watch itself in the top right and bottom left corners, is this normal? 2: The Rolex symbol on the band looks a little off, but could it just be a bad aftermarket band? 3:The paperwork in the photo appears to be French. Do they make fake paperwork you can buy from other countries?

PS. If you guys could give me some pointers informing me what to look out for or to help identify a Rolex as real or fake Id very much appreciate it!

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Old 25 October 2017, 02:34 AM   #2
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Old 25 October 2017, 02:38 AM   #3
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Thanks! Any particular things that stand out to you? I'd really like to gain some knowledge on how to identify fakes more easily
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Old 25 October 2017, 03:07 AM   #4
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This watch is wrong in so many ways... just compare a real one to this one and you will see the glaring differences
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Old 25 October 2017, 03:59 AM   #5
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Thanks! Any particular things that stand out to you? I'd really like to gain some knowledge on how to identify fakes more easily
I'm new to all of this too. Just start looking at lots of photos and you'll start to be able to tell what's wrong on the fakes.

I purchased mine from an AD just to be 100% sure. Peace of mind has a price all its own.
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Old 25 October 2017, 05:09 AM   #6
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Thanks! Any particular things that stand out to you? I'd really like to gain some knowledge on how to identify fakes more easily
Steel watch with 18k hallmarks = Bad
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Old 25 October 2017, 05:10 AM   #7
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its real ,,,,,, real bad


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Old 25 October 2017, 05:48 AM   #8
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Poorly made fake with fake papers


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its as bad as they get as far as fakes go... nasty
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