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slim4511 · 14 September 2012, 12:16 PM

Relatively new to the Rolex world and was wondering - when you spot a Rolex in the wild, what is the first tell tale sign that it is actually a Rolex? Is it the case, dial, bracelet, or something else? I assume that in time, spotting one will become easier and more definitive but just wondering what the experienced watch watchers look for first.

Solo118 · 14 September 2012, 12:18 PM

Funny thing is I barely spot new pcs such as GMT-Cs, Sub Cs, Exp IIs.... but otherwise tons of 16610 Subs, Daytonas, DJs and such.

ersnyder · 14 September 2012, 12:21 PM

The cyclops is what usually catches my eye first.

z32turbo · 14 September 2012, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ersnyder

the cyclops is what usually catches my eye first.

x2!!

kilyung · 14 September 2012, 12:30 PM

The owner's swagger.

wetoey · 14 September 2012, 12:31 PM

Mostly I will notice the bracelet and cyclops first

sleddog · 14 September 2012, 12:34 PM

Bracelet and case is always the first tell tale from a distance for me...

mjclark32 · 14 September 2012, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

Bracelet and case is always the first tell tale from a distance for me...

Me too

gregdolley · 14 September 2012, 12:42 PM

Bracelet and the way the metal shines is the first thing I notice. Even with a Rolex that has a lot of fingerprints on the shiny parts, it still looks better than the polishing on other watches. The only way I can describe it is: the polishing looks "cheaper" on other watches.

Then I look for the cyclops and case design...

guyrolex · 14 September 2012, 12:44 PM

The sparkle of the bezel edge tells me first on sports models- can see it a mile away and next is the bracelet

Brushpup · 14 September 2012, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog

Bracelet and case is always the first tell tale from a distance for me...

Yep!

Quote:

Originally Posted by guyrolex

The sparkle of the bezel edge tells me first on sports models- can see it a mile away and next is the bracelet

And the sparkle of the Crystal edge. These are what always catch my eye.

Been travelling on buis this week and saw plenty in Houston. Funny thing is, I NEVER see a pilot with a GMT MASTER.

And I always look.

Hairdude1 · 14 September 2012, 12:48 PM

Bracelet!

GradyPhilpott · 14 September 2012, 12:48 PM

The Oyster bracelet.

Fit and finish are other giveaways.

LeslieC · 14 September 2012, 12:55 PM

The bracelet for me. Then the bezel.

alanc · 15 September 2012, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by lesliec

the bracelet for me. Then the bezel.

x2

Hazelnut · 14 September 2012, 02:14 PM

Usually the bracelet or clasp. Then the cyclops.

jolimont · 14 September 2012, 02:39 PM

bracelet

nothing is more "son I am disappoint" when you get closer and it turns out to be an oyster lookalike

outlaw468 · 14 September 2012, 02:54 PM

Cyclops or jubilee bracelet.

BNA/LION · 14 September 2012, 02:54 PM

The bracelet but it feels awkward sometimes when you can't quite tell for sure.

I try not to stare but I want to ID the watch.

There is an art to spotting a Rolex in the wild and confirming it!

Transient · 14 September 2012, 03:05 PM

For me it is usually the bracelet, especially the oyster bracelet. Even the bezel I notice right away....

A.Sharp · 14 September 2012, 03:10 PM

There's a certain shine they have. but if you spend a million hours staring at pictures your whole life, only to start building your own collection, and throughout the whole process stop by the AD on your lunch break every day, spotting them really becomes 2nd nature.

Baronrojo · 14 September 2012, 04:22 PM

Cyclops...then wait for the angels to sing in the background. If no singing...then not interested.

Chipmunk · 14 September 2012, 04:28 PM

Cyclops & Oyster/Jubilee bracelet.

Time2time · 14 September 2012, 04:49 PM

Bracelet.

sierra11b · 14 September 2012, 05:00 PM

Cyclops and the way the light catches the crystal without reflective coating. Then after that it's the bracelet, the model, etc.

Rollie Fingers · 14 September 2012, 05:15 PM

bracelet then case/bezel then cyclops if any

polarinda · 14 September 2012, 05:16 PM

bracelet.

it's very unique looking.

kbutler971 · 14 September 2012, 05:40 PM

Just spotted a WG TOG, blue dial with Jubilee bracelet last weekend from afar. The bezel, dial color, and bracelet were all quick indicators. Then again, this combo is one of my all-time favorites and they aren't too common. BTW, looked real sharp.

Psmith · 14 September 2012, 06:08 PM

The concerned look of the owner as he/she notices me staring oddly...

polarinda · 14 September 2012, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Psmith

The concerned look of the owner as he/she notices me staring oddly...

good one clive;)

14 September 2012, 12:16 PM	#1
slim4511 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Detroit Posts: 484	1st thing you notice while spotting rolex in the wild Relatively new to the Rolex world and was wondering - when you spot a Rolex in the wild, what is the first tell tale sign that it is actually a Rolex? Is it the case, dial, bracelet, or something else? I assume that in time, spotting one will become easier and more definitive but just wondering what the experienced watch watchers look for first. __________________ GMT IIc, Exp II, Speedy Pro If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much space.

14 September 2012, 12:34 PM	#7
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	Bracelet and case is always the first tell tale from a distance for me... __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

14 September 2012, 12:48 PM	#13
GradyPhilpott 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: Seiko #SRK047 Posts: 34,460	The Oyster bracelet. Fit and finish are other giveaways. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

14 September 2012, 02:54 PM	#18
outlaw468 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Steve Location: Chicago Watch: Rolex and Omega Posts: 564	Cyclops or jubilee bracelet. __________________ Regards, Steve

14 September 2012, 02:54 PM	#19
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,662	The bracelet but it feels awkward sometimes when you can't quite tell for sure. I try not to stare but I want to ID the watch. There is an art to spotting a Rolex in the wild and confirming it! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

14 September 2012, 12:18 PM	#2
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,092	Funny thing is I barely spot new pcs such as GMT-Cs, Sub Cs, Exp IIs.... but otherwise tons of 16610 Subs, Daytonas, DJs and such.

14 September 2012, 12:21 PM	#3
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	The cyclops is what usually catches my eye first.

14 September 2012, 12:30 PM	#5
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	The owner's swagger.

14 September 2012, 12:31 PM	#6
wetoey "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Bangkok Watch: Rolex, AP and JLC Posts: 136	Mostly I will notice the bracelet and cyclops first

14 September 2012, 12:42 PM	#9
gregdolley Banned Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Greg Dolley Location: Los Angeles Watch: Rose Gold Daytona Posts: 1,283	Bracelet and the way the metal shines is the first thing I notice. Even with a Rolex that has a lot of fingerprints on the shiny parts, it still looks better than the polishing on other watches. The only way I can describe it is: the polishing looks "cheaper" on other watches. Then I look for the cyclops and case design...

14 September 2012, 12:44 PM	#10
guyrolex Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: John Location: Canada Watch: DSSD, SubC LV Posts: 258	The sparkle of the bezel edge tells me first on sports models- can see it a mile away and next is the bracelet

14 September 2012, 12:48 PM	#12
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Bracelet!

14 September 2012, 12:55 PM	#14
LeslieC "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Leslie Location: Canada Watch: 14000, 116710 Posts: 465	The bracelet for me. Then the bezel.

14 September 2012, 02:14 PM	#16
Hazelnut "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: David Location: Los Angeles Watch: SubC Date Posts: 242	Usually the bracelet or clasp. Then the cyclops.

14 September 2012, 02:39 PM	#17
jolimont "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Real Name: Will Location: land of oz Watch: sundial Posts: 2,219	bracelet nothing is more "son I am disappoint" when you get closer and it turns out to be an oyster lookalike

14 September 2012, 03:05 PM	#20
Transient "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: Rolex & Omega Posts: 697	For me it is usually the bracelet, especially the oyster bracelet. Even the bezel I notice right away....

14 September 2012, 03:10 PM	#21
A.Sharp "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: New York City Posts: 2,062	There's a certain shine they have. but if you spend a million hours staring at pictures your whole life, only to start building your own collection, and throughout the whole process stop by the AD on your lunch break every day, spotting them really becomes 2nd nature. __________________ A.Sharp "I can't listen to that much Wagner, ya know? I start to get the urge to conquer Poland."

14 September 2012, 04:22 PM	#22
Baronrojo "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: CA Watch: Rolex Posts: 268	Cyclops...then wait for the angels to sing in the background. If no singing...then not interested.

14 September 2012, 04:28 PM	#23
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	Cyclops & Oyster/Jubilee bracelet. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

14 September 2012, 04:49 PM	#24
Time2time Banned Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: U.K Watch: Milgauss GV, Sub-C Posts: 2,178	Bracelet.

14 September 2012, 05:00 PM	#25
sierra11b "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Eric Location: California Watch: MkXVIII, 3570.50 Posts: 1,966	Cyclops and the way the light catches the crystal without reflective coating. Then after that it's the bracelet, the model, etc.

14 September 2012, 05:15 PM	#26
Rollie Fingers "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Real Name: Jimmy Location: Sydney Watch: yatalkinboutwillis Posts: 173	bracelet then case/bezel then cyclops if any

14 September 2012, 05:16 PM	#27
polarinda "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Trav Location: singapore Watch: it Posts: 2,316	bracelet. it's very unique looking.

14 September 2012, 05:40 PM	#28
kbutler971 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: So Cal, USA Watch: ing the Detectives Posts: 984	Just spotted a WG TOG, blue dial with Jubilee bracelet last weekend from afar. The bezel, dial color, and bracelet were all quick indicators. Then again, this combo is one of my all-time favorites and they aren't too common. BTW, looked real sharp.

14 September 2012, 06:08 PM	#29
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	The concerned look of the owner as he/she notices me staring oddly... __________________

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