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new kid · 12 December 2010, 04:49 AM

Hi,

I'm new to this site and stumbled upon it while trying to find out some info on a Rolex (or what appears to be a Rolex) that was in an old box of stuff I bought. The watch does not appear to be working, maybe a battery, maybe more, I have no idea. The back is marked 1501, its gold tone, black face, what appear to be diamonds for the numbers, the top has the days of the week that go around following the curve of the face, the date and the magnifier on the right, the face says Rolex w/ the crown on top and underneath it says "OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE". The bottom says "SUPERLATIVELY CHRONOMETER OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED". I guess my question is, is it worth taking and maybe getting fixed and can they be fixed, or am I better off to sell it for parts and if parts is the way to go, any idea what its worth if anything? Any help you can give is greatly appreciated...thank you in advance

Nicko · 12 December 2010, 04:51 AM

Welcome to the forum!

Tools · 12 December 2010, 05:37 AM

Your description is of a Day Date, a solid gold watch that, if authentic, is worth thousands of dollars....

However, none would have 1501 on the back and it would be very unusual to find one in a box of junk that you buy...........

Perhaps it's your lucky day, but then, perhaps it's simply a cheap replica....

new kid · 12 December 2010, 05:56 AM

Thank you for the info...so, how would I take off the back to find out for sure?

joeychitwood · 12 December 2010, 05:58 AM

Can you post a few photos? You should take it to an authorized dealer to have it authenticated.

Tools · 12 December 2010, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by new kid

Thank you for the info...so, how would I take off the back to find out for sure?

I think that a few decent photographs and we could tell you in a few minutes.......

But, any decent watchmaker could take the back off........... or you could with a ball of duct tape..

new kid · 12 December 2010, 06:54 AM

I'm trying to upload some pics but am apparently pic dumb...

new kid · 12 December 2010, 07:10 AM

Here are some pics, my camera stinks...but hopefully you will be able to tell! Thanks again, I appreciate it!!

Nicko · 12 December 2010, 07:32 AM

Doesn't look good for the home team..

Tools · 12 December 2010, 08:18 AM

those are not really good photographs.......

But, I would judge it a replica, barring further evidence or better photos.

Submarino · 12 December 2010, 08:41 AM

Pics are not very good but one easy way of telling if it's real gold is by the weight of the watch. Solid gold is really heavy and if you scratch it a little bit it's still gold underneath.

Are there any numbers in between the lugs on the case at 6 and 12 o'clock?

12 December 2010, 04:49 AM	#1
new kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 4	Any help would be appreciated-1501 Hi, I'm new to this site and stumbled upon it while trying to find out some info on a Rolex (or what appears to be a Rolex) that was in an old box of stuff I bought. The watch does not appear to be working, maybe a battery, maybe more, I have no idea. The back is marked 1501, its gold tone, black face, what appear to be diamonds for the numbers, the top has the days of the week that go around following the curve of the face, the date and the magnifier on the right, the face says Rolex w/ the crown on top and underneath it says "OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE". The bottom says "SUPERLATIVELY CHRONOMETER OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED". I guess my question is, is it worth taking and maybe getting fixed and can they be fixed, or am I better off to sell it for parts and if parts is the way to go, any idea what its worth if anything? Any help you can give is greatly appreciated...thank you in advance Last edited by new kid; 12 December 2010 at 05:13 AM.. Reason: mis spelled

12 December 2010, 05:37 AM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	Your description is of a Day Date, a solid gold watch that, if authentic, is worth thousands of dollars.... However, none would have 1501 on the back and it would be very unusual to find one in a box of junk that you buy........... Perhaps it's your lucky day, but then, perhaps it's simply a cheap replica.... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 December 2010, 07:10 AM	#8
new kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 4	Here are some pics, my camera stinks...but hopefully you will be able to tell! Thanks again, I appreciate it!! Attached Images

12 December 2010, 08:18 AM	#10
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	those are not really good photographs....... But, I would judge it a replica, barring further evidence or better photos. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 December 2010, 08:41 AM	#11
Submarino "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Mr. H Location: Dallas Watch: them for me! Posts: 7,180	Pics are not very good but one easy way of telling if it's real gold is by the weight of the watch. Solid gold is really heavy and if you scratch it a little bit it's still gold underneath. Are there any numbers in between the lugs on the case at 6 and 12 o'clock? __________________ WATCHES ARE THE NEW CURRENCY!/ MEMBER 27491/OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED OLD TIMER /AP OWNERS CLUB MEMBER Instagram @watchcollectinglifestyle

12 December 2010, 04:51 AM	#2
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Welcome to the forum!

12 December 2010, 05:56 AM	#4
new kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 4	Thank you for the info...so, how would I take off the back to find out for sure?

12 December 2010, 05:58 AM	#5
joeychitwood "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Way Up North USA Watch: Rolexes & Tudors Posts: 6,361	Can you post a few photos? You should take it to an authorized dealer to have it authenticated.

12 December 2010, 06:54 AM	#7
new kid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 4	I'm trying to upload some pics but am apparently pic dumb...

12 December 2010, 07:32 AM	#9
Nicko Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Not here anymore Posts: 4,787	Doesn't look good for the home team..

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