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Old 1 May 2009, 11:38 AM   #1
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Serial Number Question

Why are most people so protective of their Rolex Serial Number? Most photos you see of the paper work people always blur out the number. I don't see what use anyone would have for them.
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Old 1 May 2009, 11:44 AM   #2
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Until the next batch of counterfeits comes out with your serial number on them.
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Old 1 May 2009, 11:48 AM   #3
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Or somebody makes a bogus lost or stolen insurance claim...

..and it's your serial and description on the report...
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Why are most people so protective of their Rolex Serial Number? Most photos you see of the paper work people always blur out the number. I don't see what use anyone would have for them.
Counterfeiters!
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Old 1 May 2009, 12:14 PM   #5
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makes sense. Thanks guys.
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