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Old 7 June 2013, 05:40 PM   #1
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5512

Hi all,

I am going to buy a 5512, but i don't know much about his watch.

Would some guys can give some advise for this watch?

Serial: 577XXXX
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Old 7 June 2013, 06:16 PM   #2
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worth for USD 6200?
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Old 7 June 2013, 06:37 PM   #3
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Old 7 June 2013, 10:30 PM   #4
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I am no expert, but this serial seems high for a 5512. Am I wrong Mr. experts ?
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Old 7 June 2013, 10:53 PM   #5
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I think so: see click
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Old 8 June 2013, 12:05 AM   #6
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it mean abnormal price?
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Old 8 June 2013, 12:51 AM   #7
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A bit high. This one was slightly better at first glance and USD 5300: click .
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Old 8 June 2013, 01:53 AM   #8
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Any abnormal on the outlook of dial or case? expert expert
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Old 8 June 2013, 04:26 AM   #9
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The whole case is a fake......run forest run!
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Old 8 June 2013, 04:37 AM   #10
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anyone care to comment as to why this case seems fake ??
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Old 8 June 2013, 11:37 PM   #11
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anyone care to comment as to why this case seems fake ??
The case'es proportions look off, and the back side of the crown gaurd isn't cut out right.
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Old 8 June 2013, 05:53 AM   #12
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Take it to the nearest RSCentre and they will check the watch for you. It´s the best way to verify it.

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Old 8 June 2013, 06:02 AM   #13
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dial looks good but thats about it.
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Old 8 June 2013, 06:04 AM   #14
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That case does not look right at all.
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Old 8 June 2013, 10:15 AM   #15
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It was took to RSC to check now.
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Old 8 June 2013, 10:38 AM   #16
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I will comment on the dial only:

Matte dial Submariner with "SUBMARINER" on top of the depth rating if legit means its a Maxi 2, 3, 4, or 5. The coronet is correct for a maxi 2, as are the characteristic open 6's, the shape of the letter "S" in Submariner, and the centering of the text. The serial number is correct for a maxi 2 as well.

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Old 8 June 2013, 10:56 AM   #17
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Thanks for all reply. It will take at least 4 weeks on the full checking.

Anyway, where part of the case is so easy to tell you that it is fake??

I haven't pay for this watch yet.
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Old 8 June 2013, 11:11 AM   #18
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Case looks ok to me.
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Old 10 June 2013, 01:31 AM   #19
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Thanks for the comments, hope the RSC finish the checking asap.

Anyone can provide the correct case photo?
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Old 10 June 2013, 09:52 AM   #20
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I think it is ok too.
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Old 10 June 2013, 09:56 AM   #21
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wait a minute, the case does look kind of funny... hard to see from the angle of the picture. can you unscrew the crown and take a picture at the back and near the crown area?
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Old 10 June 2013, 11:23 AM   #22
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How about this photo?
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Old 10 June 2013, 12:24 PM   #23
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need to see the crown guard from the back.
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Old 10 June 2013, 01:37 PM   #24
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Sorry, i just got those photos on hand, it is in RSC now....
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Old 10 June 2013, 11:08 PM   #25
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This is a must read thread for anyone considering a vintage sub. I agree with Michael...duff case

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=121928
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Old 10 June 2013, 11:57 PM   #26
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Thanks, its useful. Do you think RSC will point it out?
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Old 11 June 2013, 01:45 AM   #27
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I have to agree that, based on the photos, the case is counterfeit. It is too thick and not cut properly around the crown cards. These are the same characteristics as found on counterfeit cases offered at the "forbidden" web site that we won't discuss further.

Although the dial appears more genuine than counterfeit, I wouldn't be surprised that it is counterfeit too.
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Old 11 June 2013, 09:00 AM   #28
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I fully agree with Springer...the case is a fake...do not buy it and go to the RSC to have it back...waste of time and money...
Kindest regards and best luck next time
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Old 11 June 2013, 01:15 PM   #29
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That's ok, the seller pay for the checking fee. Let me confirm you allthe RSC checking result after i got it with the seller.
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Old 11 June 2013, 10:25 PM   #30
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RSC may not be able to tell....
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