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arthertbc0702 · 25 February 2013, 07:29 PM

I was surfing aimlessly on the internet and came across the above.

Is there really such a thing as a Rolex Oyster Mickey Mouse? Or is it just one of those internet memes that was made to poke fun of the huge number of knock off Rolexes on the market, ie "mickey mouse Rolex".

If its real, is it easy to find on the market? Looks like something I would add to my collection.

MonBK · 25 February 2013, 07:35 PM

They are for sale at Disney World for about $30.

Cesium133 · 25 February 2013, 08:03 PM

I don't think there was ever a Rolex produced Mickey Mouse watch. Walt Disney was photographed wearing different Rolexes but never one with a Mickey Mouse. If he didn't wear one in his own promo pics then I doubt anyone else in the company or public ever had one.

I have read that there is a book, Miller's Wristwatches: How to Compare and Value, that references a Mickey Mouse Rolex. But even then it is stated that the Mickey Mouse is only a decal sticker placed on the dial.

There are also internet stories on other forums stating that individuals were refused service of their Rolexes with Mickey Mouse dials at RSC. If RSC won't touch it then it must not be OEM.

If there ever was a Disney Rolex, I'm guessing it was something done after market, like the Domino's Pizza Rolex I see pop up every once and awhile for sale online.

(pic from internet)

Mort1 · 25 February 2013, 08:59 PM

"It has been suggested that all Mickey Mouse dialed Rolex watches are fakes. Well not necessarily fake Rolex watches, but rather real ones that have had aftermarket dials placed in the watch."

http://www.ablogtowatch.com/rolex-oy...on-james-list/

padi56 · 26 February 2013, 02:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arthertbc0702

I was surfing aimlessly on the internet and came across the above.

Is there really such a thing as a Rolex Oyster Mickey Mouse? Or is it just one of those internet memes that was made to poke fun of the huge number of knock off Rolexes on the market, ie "mickey mouse Rolex".

If its real, is it easy to find on the market? Looks like something I would add to my collection.

Cannot recollect there ever being a genuine Rolex Micky Mouse watch,but mine is a 100% genuine Mickey Mouse watch.

This reminds me of a joke below.

Micky mouse split up with Minnie. Donald Duck was chatting to him about it wondering what had gone wrong.

"Well I don't like talking about it but....." and he whispered in Donalds ear.

" That's a bit tight, Micky. Splitting up with her just because she's got bucked teeth," said Donald.

"I didn't say she'd got bucked teeth. I said she was f##k##g Goofey."

MonBK · 26 February 2013, 02:22 AM

Didn't I read this joke many Hr's ago Peter?

Tools · 26 February 2013, 03:39 AM

I believe that there were a few Mickey Mouse Rolex watches a few decades ago.. They would be so rare that it is unlikely to be found on the market..

MonBK · 26 February 2013, 03:43 AM

I stand corrected Larry as your second picture clearly shows a Mickey Mouse Rolex.

Is that perhaps the famous MouseJust model?

kilyung · 26 February 2013, 03:49 AM

Actually there's a long standing debate as to whether these MM themed Rolexes existed or not. Some have argued that the dials were aftermarket, others that there was a small run of OEM MM dialed Rolexes. What's not in debate is that there are old Rolex watches that have MM painted on the dial. Usually found on a lower model like a 6694.

Solo118 · 26 February 2013, 05:45 AM

There is one Mickey Mouse watch that I lust after and it is not Rolex.... but yes its expensive!!!

Kelvinwong · 26 February 2013, 06:05 AM

Check out DavidSW 's avatar !

MST. · 26 February 2013, 06:24 AM

All sounds a bit Mickey Mouse to me!

ex007 · 26 February 2013, 07:02 AM

A "real" Mickey Mouse Rolex is my grail watch. Unfortunately, I have come to believe that they are as authentic as unicorns. I was set to buy one from Fourtane in Carmel last month. But when I asked if it was authentic - i.e., the dial was from Rolex and not an aftermarket paint job - I was told that ALL Rolex Mickeys are aftermarket and that an authentic model doesn't exist. From everything I know, Fourtane is about as reliable a source as possible. On the other side of the argument is that Aaron Faber believes authentic Mickeys were made. Regardless, it would seem awfully tough to believe that you were buying an authentic Mickey. But if you like the look and don't mind that it's an aftermarket paint job, then go for it. I just wouldn't pay a premium for Mickey.

MonBK · 26 February 2013, 07:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ex007

A "real" Mickey Mouse Rolex is my grail watch. Unfortunately, I have come to believe that they are as authentic as unicorns. I was set to buy one from Fourtane in Carmel last month. But when I asked if it was authentic - i.e., the dial was from Rolex and not an aftermarket paint job - I was told that ALL Rolex Mickeys are aftermarket and that an authentic model doesn't exist. From everything I know, Fourtane is about as reliable a source as possible. On the other side of the argument is that Aaron Faber believes authentic Mickeys were made. Regardless, it would seem awfully tough to believe that you were buying an authentic Mickey. But if you like the look and don't mind that it's an aftermarket paint job, then go for it. I just wouldn't pay a premium for Mickey.

Now why doesn't that surprise me?

ex007 · 26 February 2013, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MonBK

Now why doesn't that surprise me?

I knew that would get a few laughs.

montpyt · 26 February 2013, 09:07 AM

I found this one on eBay several months ago and posted about it. The feedback I got back said it was legit. It was listed as VINTAGE ROLEX 6548 14K SOLID GOLD WITH 1130 BUTTERFLY ROTOR MOVEMENT

mickey1.jpg

Cesium133 · 26 February 2013, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by montpyt

I found this one on eBay several months ago and posted about it. The feedback I got back said it was legit. It was listed as VINTAGE ROLEX 6548 14K SOLID GOLD WITH 1130 BUTTERFLY ROTOR MOVEMENT

Attachment 362518

It's probably an authentic Rolex. The question is if the MM dial is OEM or aftermarket (painted, sticker, ect...).

timmytutone · 26 February 2013, 09:33 AM

You'd think Rolex and Disney could at least make his arm actually rest on the 9 mark if it was an authentic dial.

Watchdog · 26 February 2013, 10:16 AM

Always loved the MM watches when visiting Disneyworld.

RalphWBurns · 8 March 2016, 04:37 AM

I was just offered this Mickey Mouse Tudor... not sure what to make of it.

F430owner · 25 April 2016, 08:32 PM

Hi guys, my first post here, but I was intrigued by the topic. This item is coming up for auction in a very short while, what are your thoughts:

https://chrono24.auctionata.com/en/o...ef-6466-c-1974

TheRolexKingofLV · 26 April 2016, 02:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kelvinwong

Check out DavidSW 's avatar !

DavidSW's avatar is an original done by Alec Monopoly. What's that got to do with Mickey Mouse?

Rebel · 26 April 2016, 03:35 AM

25 February 2013, 07:29 PM	#1
arthertbc0702 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Manchester Posts: 160	Rolex Oyster Mickey Mouse I was surfing aimlessly on the internet and came across the above. Is there really such a thing as a Rolex Oyster Mickey Mouse? Or is it just one of those internet memes that was made to poke fun of the huge number of knock off Rolexes on the market, ie "mickey mouse Rolex". If its real, is it easy to find on the market? Looks like something I would add to my collection.

26 February 2013, 03:39 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,049	I believe that there were a few Mickey Mouse Rolex watches a few decades ago.. They would be so rare that it is unlikely to be found on the market.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

26 February 2013, 09:07 AM	#16
montpyt "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Shawn Location: WPB, FL Watch: 116610LV "HULK" Posts: 1,095	I found this one on eBay several months ago and posted about it. The feedback I got back said it was legit. It was listed as VINTAGE ROLEX 6548 14K SOLID GOLD WITH 1130 BUTTERFLY ROTOR MOVEMENT mickey1.jpg __________________ ACTIVE MEMBER OF RED SOX NATION

26 April 2016, 03:35 AM	#23
Rebel "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Dr Mark R Nail Location: New Albany Watch: Tudor Sub 75090 Posts: 8,057	__________________ ------------------------------- Member of the Nylon Nation

25 February 2013, 07:35 PM	#2
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	They are for sale at Disney World for about $30.

25 February 2013, 08:03 PM	#3
Cesium133 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Posts: 2,037	I don't think there was ever a Rolex produced Mickey Mouse watch. Walt Disney was photographed wearing different Rolexes but never one with a Mickey Mouse. If he didn't wear one in his own promo pics then I doubt anyone else in the company or public ever had one. I have read that there is a book, Miller's Wristwatches: How to Compare and Value, that references a Mickey Mouse Rolex. But even then it is stated that the Mickey Mouse is only a decal sticker placed on the dial. There are also internet stories on other forums stating that individuals were refused service of their Rolexes with Mickey Mouse dials at RSC. If RSC won't touch it then it must not be OEM. If there ever was a Disney Rolex, I'm guessing it was something done after market, like the Domino's Pizza Rolex I see pop up every once and awhile for sale online. (pic from internet)

25 February 2013, 08:59 PM	#4
Mort1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Norway Posts: 10	"It has been suggested that all Mickey Mouse dialed Rolex watches are fakes. Well not necessarily fake Rolex watches, but rather real ones that have had aftermarket dials placed in the watch." http://www.ablogtowatch.com/rolex-oy...on-james-list/

26 February 2013, 02:22 AM	#6
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	Didn't I read this joke many Hr's ago Peter?

26 February 2013, 03:43 AM	#8
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	I stand corrected Larry as your second picture clearly shows a Mickey Mouse Rolex. Is that perhaps the famous MouseJust model?

26 February 2013, 03:49 AM	#9
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	Actually there's a long standing debate as to whether these MM themed Rolexes existed or not. Some have argued that the dials were aftermarket, others that there was a small run of OEM MM dialed Rolexes. What's not in debate is that there are old Rolex watches that have MM painted on the dial. Usually found on a lower model like a 6694.

26 February 2013, 05:45 AM	#10
Solo118 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,063	There is one Mickey Mouse watch that I lust after and it is not Rolex.... but yes its expensive!!!

26 February 2013, 06:05 AM	#11
Kelvinwong Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Nyc Posts: 77	Check out DavidSW 's avatar !

26 February 2013, 06:24 AM	#12
MST. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Mark Location: Byfleet, UK Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 11	All sounds a bit Mickey Mouse to me!

26 February 2013, 07:02 AM	#13
ex007 Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: North Hills Watch: Sub, of course! Posts: 39	A "real" Mickey Mouse Rolex is my grail watch. Unfortunately, I have come to believe that they are as authentic as unicorns. I was set to buy one from Fourtane in Carmel last month. But when I asked if it was authentic - i.e., the dial was from Rolex and not an aftermarket paint job - I was told that ALL Rolex Mickeys are aftermarket and that an authentic model doesn't exist. From everything I know, Fourtane is about as reliable a source as possible. On the other side of the argument is that Aaron Faber believes authentic Mickeys were made. Regardless, it would seem awfully tough to believe that you were buying an authentic Mickey. But if you like the look and don't mind that it's an aftermarket paint job, then go for it. I just wouldn't pay a premium for Mickey.

26 February 2013, 09:33 AM	#18
timmytutone "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 1	You'd think Rolex and Disney could at least make his arm actually rest on the 9 mark if it was an authentic dial.

26 February 2013, 10:16 AM	#19
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,711	Always loved the MM watches when visiting Disneyworld.

25 April 2016, 08:32 PM	#21
F430owner "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Singapore Posts: 1	Hi guys, my first post here, but I was intrigued by the topic. This item is coming up for auction in a very short while, what are your thoughts: https://chrono24.auctionata.com/en/o...ef-6466-c-1974

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