Is this date real?

[Tush17]

I'm an owner of a 116618lb and a friend received this rolex date as a christmas gift that was apparently purchased 30 years ago. They asked me to help set the date and passed it over to me and it felt very light I had the feeling right away that it was fake but didn't want to insult anyone.

This is the only picture I have. I apologize if this is the wrong forum, could you please direct me to the correct one?

Thanks

[AbsolutelyROLEX!]

Yes its fake

[crowncollection]

There's nothing wrong with the watch the fact a new sub is heavy is a new thing not a vintage concept.


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[andromeda160]

Originally Posted by anderl712000

Yes its fake

TROLOL it might have an aftermarket dial but it doesn't look fake. Take a picture of the clasp and SN/model number between the lugs. Should be model 1500 and a mid 70s SN or mid 60s if the river bracelet is original

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by anderl712000

Yes its fake

What makes you think that?

[Tush17]

Should there be anything engraved on the back for this model? I remember seeing some inscriptions on the back.

I don't have the watch, it was a friends. It is an original dial they said their family member bought it from 'rolex'. That is the only pic I have.

[Colina19]

I fear most people look at the date, if good it's good and if not its fake.

[jmiicustomz]

It looks legit to me. And I don't think it's an aftermarket dial, maybe a service dial.

[Tush17]

Does it matter that 3 minute marker is missing?
The O for oyster perpetual is worn away.
in Officially the 'LY' are larger font?

[Abdullah71601]

Originally Posted by Tush17

Does it matter that 3 minute marker is missing?
The O for oyster perpetual is worn away.
in Officially the 'LY' are larger font?

Is the "O" worn away or obscured by a scratch? There is a bit of distortion caused by the crystal condition.

[Tush17]

Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

Is the "O" worn away or obscured by a scratch? There is a bit of distortion caused by the crystal condition.

You may be right about the distortion

[Knappo 1307]

Originally Posted by anderl712000

Yes its fake

I'm confused Andy, this is the second watch today you claim is fake. The other was the mini-sub, all experts have stated they both look good. Might be best to be very sure, before sending out the wrong information.