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Old 16 May 2019, 09:31 PM   #31
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To the original OP: You are asking for input on a nice watch with a difficult to understand history. Several highly knowledgeable people have offered to help, but have asked for the complete serial number and reference number, ideally via a picture and they have explained why they need that. They have also asked for information about the service papers, because that may help them solve the mystery for you.

If you continue to provide xxx numbers and blacked out pictures, there is no point in repeating the question, because you will get the same answer.

Is there a reason you cannot or do not want to show the full numbers and paperwork?
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Old 24 August 2019, 07:01 PM   #32
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Any new opinions on this Baby?
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Old 24 August 2019, 07:38 PM   #33
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Any new opinions on this Baby?
I can't really answer in details but in any case many things are not matching together...
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Old 24 August 2019, 07:40 PM   #34
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If you are sure all is correct (as in Rolex replacement parts), drop into a Rolex service centre. They’ll tell you all you need to know.
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Old 25 August 2019, 02:02 AM   #35
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Not matching yes, but all done by Rolex, this makes it so interesting and unique

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I can't really answer in details but in any case many things are not matching together...
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Old 25 August 2019, 11:31 PM   #36
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Strange post. "Guys, what do you think of this watch?" Questions asked of the OP, and incomplete answers given. OP continues to ask the original question.
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Old 25 August 2019, 11:57 PM   #37
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This may be a case of fake and genuine parts thrown together. Until the OP shows what the experts are asking for to help authenticate it then I would put it in the franken with fake parts category personally.
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Old 26 August 2019, 04:07 AM   #38
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The watch is a Frankenwatch. Pure and simple.
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Old 26 August 2019, 05:03 AM   #39
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just curious but how did you come across this watch? Have you had it a long time, did you buy it? was it a gift?
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Old 26 August 2019, 05:08 AM   #40
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Guys hello, thank you for all your respons.

Bought it years ago from a extremely trustful Rolex dealer, so, be sure its not a “Frankenwatch” ;-)
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Old 26 August 2019, 06:45 AM   #41
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My .02 opinion is this is a mis mash of parts assembled to this iteration. I don't believe it is something ROLEX would do, but that someone has attempted to do with some ROLEX parts. Enjoy for what it is.
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Old 26 August 2019, 07:04 AM   #42
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Guys hello, thank you for all your respons.

Bought it years ago from a extremely trustful Rolex dealer, so, be sure its not a “Frankenwatch” ;-)
May we ask, who is the dealer? Even an "extremely trustful" dealer can not have the entire history of every watch he sells. Did he provide you with documentation for every replacement part on this watch? If not, then he's just going by the word of the previous owner.
By that reasoning, that makes this a Frankenwatch. Doesn't mean the components aren't all Rolex, but without documentation and service records, it is just that.
Finally, to put it in more context, if you were to try to sell it, what proof could you give to a buyer that all the work on this was done by Rolex? If you can't, then why isn't this a Frankenwatch?
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Old 16 January 2020, 02:52 PM   #43
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Old 16 January 2020, 03:01 PM   #44
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Any more thoughts on this watch?
Are you serious? You’ve been provided with an overwhelming number of thoughts on this watch going back TWO years now. All saying the same thing: It’s a Frankenwatch. Clearly, you either refuse to accept that, or are simply waiting for the answer you want to hear. Moreover, why DO you refuse to accept that it’s a Franken?
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Old 16 January 2020, 03:33 PM   #45
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Are you serious? You’ve been provided with an overwhelming number of thoughts on this watch going back TWO years now. All saying the same thing: It’s a Frankenwatch. Clearly, you either refuse to accept that, or are simply waiting for the answer you want to hear. Moreover, why DO you refuse to accept that it’s a Franken?
Right. Stop asking on more thoughts. Almost everyone has come to the same conclusion and you should either accept that or provide evidence that says otherwise.
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Old 16 January 2020, 05:02 PM   #46
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What a maddening thread.
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Old 16 January 2020, 07:15 PM   #47
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Stay cool guys...

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Old 16 January 2020, 10:13 PM   #48
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Franken watch almost all service parts....I’d rather and original 1675 all day
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Old 16 January 2020, 10:34 PM   #49
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Stay cool guys...

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What does that even mean? You’ve been posting about the same watch on the same thread for two years now, refuse to accept the overall consensus, offer no information yourself, and instead post things like, “Stay cool guys...”
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Old 16 January 2020, 10:36 PM   #50
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After looking at the engravings (incorrect as they appear to be) I have my suspicions that is a Phong/Yuki case with a legit movement installed. This may explain why the OP won't show the clear pictures of the serial and model number.
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Old 16 January 2020, 11:34 PM   #51
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I’ve seen a customised 1675 where crown-guards have been shaved down to resemble a 6542
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Old 16 January 2020, 11:34 PM   #52
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To the original OP: You are asking for input on a nice watch with a difficult to understand history. Several highly knowledgeable people have offered to help, but have asked for the complete serial number and reference number, ideally via a picture and they have explained why they need that. They have also asked for information about the service papers, because that may help them solve the mystery for you.

If you continue to provide xxx numbers and blacked out pictures, there is no point in repeating the question, because you will get the same answer.

Is there a reason you cannot or do not want to show the full numbers and paperwork?
OP only asking questions without answering anyone...
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Old 16 January 2020, 11:35 PM   #53
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Strange post. "Guys, what do you think of this watch?" Questions asked of the OP, and incomplete answers given. OP continues to ask the original question.
Feeling like the new "original question" will strikes again...

In any case an awful Frankenwatch unfortunately, this is the statement we can provide !
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Old 16 January 2020, 11:53 PM   #54
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After looking at the engravings (incorrect as they appear to be) I have my suspicions that is a Phong/Yuki case with a legit movement installed. This may explain why the OP won't show the clear pictures of the serial and model number.
Ding! Ding! Ding! Look closely at three of the pictures he posted fellas:

1) Look at the "Palm Beach" photo of the dial and then go look at legit chapter ring dials.
2) Blow up the movement photo posted and you'll see it is a 1030 movement.
3) Look at the case engraving picture. "Stainless Steel" is above not below.
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Old 17 January 2020, 05:09 AM   #55
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Just reading this thread kinda triggered me a little. Especially the constant ;-) after ignoring the information requests.
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Old 17 January 2020, 05:21 AM   #56
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Paid 30k worth 10k is what I’d say....
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Old 17 January 2020, 05:42 AM   #57
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Finally, to put it in more context, if you were to try to sell it, what proof could you give to a buyer that all the work on this was done by Rolex? If you can't, then why isn't this a Frankenwatch?
In this situation I'm sure the seller would just keep the watch advertised until someone comes along and does not ask the right questions. This probably happens all the time. Some people will just buy the shiny object. Buyer beware.
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Old 17 January 2020, 06:22 AM   #58
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It's funny that the responses are so kind and polite. The OP is obviously full of crap and just toying with the forum.
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Old 17 January 2020, 07:45 AM   #59
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It's funny that the responses are so kind and polite. The OP is obviously full of crap and just toying with the forum.
(chuckle) You think?
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It's funny that the responses are so kind and polite. The OP is obviously full of crap and just toying with the forum.
Robert Maron is that you?
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