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Willis · 3 December 2010, 04:27 AM

Greetings everyone, my name is Andrew and I have come to you in hopes that some one might know more about a watch that I have.

Unfortunately I am not very knowledgeable when it comes to watches and I only know a little about the history of this watch. I inherited the watch back in the mid 90's from my Grandfather and before this point I never even knew he had the watch. My grandfather worked for the Canada Steamship Line and after 25 years of service he received the watch as a gift.

After some research I attempted to locate a serial number on this watch or any information located between the lugs at either the 12'o'clock or 6'o'clock position and no information is located there. I am starting to think this watch might be a fake but I was hoping for some input from someone who has more of a passion for watches than myself.

I appreciate any about how genuine this watch is or any additional history someone might have about a Rolex watch gift from the Canada Steamship Line.

--
Andrew

Willis · 7 December 2010, 06:15 AM

Maybe a better question is, do you feel this watch is simply an elaborate 40 year old fake or real?

HL65 · 7 December 2010, 08:10 AM

Welcome to TRF--someone could help you I am sure. It looks like a real watch gifted to him by his company. I can't speak to the model. Regards!!

Art 1 · 7 December 2010, 10:52 AM

Welcome.

Latrodectus · 7 December 2010, 10:59 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Alcan · 7 December 2010, 11:15 AM

Hi there, welcome aboard!

Because its a snap back and not an oyster case, the conventional Rolex oyster serial numbering might not apply. Can you remove the case back (should pop off and snap back on) and post pix of the inside of the back and of the movement?

P.S. However it shakes out, its a great momento of your Grandfather.

sea-dweller · 8 December 2010, 03:08 AM

Welcome !

Rags · 8 December 2010, 05:04 AM

Welcome to TRF.

Willis · 9 December 2010, 07:37 AM

Thanks everyone for the welcome! Things have been a bit crazy and I havn't had a chance to get the pictures with the back off. Hopefully tomorrow I can get some time and post the pics.

rfknauss · 9 December 2010, 07:48 AM

Welcome to TRF!

Willis · 11 December 2010, 03:49 AM

Ok, sorry about the delay everyone, but here are the pictures with the back case off. If you would like a more specific shot let me know and I will gladly take it!

kzm40 · 11 December 2010, 04:30 AM

Hi, a very nice watch and i'm sure it genuine, you have the full set of paper work to, which shows model and serial which match the watch. It looks like it needs a good clean and service. Enjoy the watch.. You might like to take a look at the 'James Dowling' book 'the Best of time' I'm sure it will give some info on this particular model.

3 December 2010, 04:27 AM	#1
Willis "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 4	New Member looking for information Greetings everyone, my name is Andrew and I have come to you in hopes that some one might know more about a watch that I have. Unfortunately I am not very knowledgeable when it comes to watches and I only know a little about the history of this watch. I inherited the watch back in the mid 90's from my Grandfather and before this point I never even knew he had the watch. My grandfather worked for the Canada Steamship Line and after 25 years of service he received the watch as a gift. After some research I attempted to locate a serial number on this watch or any information located between the lugs at either the 12'o'clock or 6'o'clock position and no information is located there. I am starting to think this watch might be a fake but I was hoping for some input from someone who has more of a passion for watches than myself. I appreciate any about how genuine this watch is or any additional history someone might have about a Rolex watch gift from the Canada Steamship Line. -- Andrew Attached Images

7 December 2010, 08:10 AM	#3
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,011	Welcome to TRF--someone could help you I am sure. It looks like a real watch gifted to him by his company. I can't speak to the model. Regards!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

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Alcan 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Al Location: Way Up North Watch: your P's & Q's Posts: 10,473	Hi there, welcome aboard! Because its a snap back and not an oyster case, the conventional Rolex oyster serial numbering might not apply. Can you remove the case back (should pop off and snap back on) and post pix of the inside of the back and of the movement? P.S. However it shakes out, its a great momento of your Grandfather. __________________ Member #1,315 I don't want to get technical, but according to chemistry alcohol IS a solution!

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7 December 2010, 06:15 AM	#2
Willis "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 4	Maybe a better question is, do you feel this watch is simply an elaborate 40 year old fake or real?

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9 December 2010, 07:37 AM	#9
Willis "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 4	Thanks everyone for the welcome! Things have been a bit crazy and I havn't had a chance to get the pictures with the back off. Hopefully tomorrow I can get some time and post the pics.

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11 December 2010, 03:49 AM	#11
Willis "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 4	Ok, sorry about the delay everyone, but here are the pictures with the back case off. If you would like a more specific shot let me know and I will gladly take it! Attached Images

11 December 2010, 04:30 AM	#12
kzm40 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: UK Posts: 713	Hi, a very nice watch and i'm sure it genuine, you have the full set of paper work to, which shows model and serial which match the watch. It looks like it needs a good clean and service. Enjoy the watch.. You might like to take a look at the 'James Dowling' book 'the Best of time' I'm sure it will give some info on this particular model.

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