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Old 8 November 2007, 07:18 AM   #1
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Hello all... used Sub date purchase

Hello all,

I am just about to buy my first Rolex, have always loved them and am treating myself for my Birthday later this month.

Having found an add for a private sale Submariner Date 2006, I met the guy and he seemed very genuine, I looked at the watch to the best of my ability and was fairly confident.

I left a deposit of £400 and he offered me the box and papers to take away with me.

I have the offer of taking it to a Rolex dealer to get it checked out but untill then I wondered if anyone could tell me whether these papers and box looks genuine?

http://www.putfile.com/pic.php?img=7037026

http://www.putfile.com/pic.php?img=7037027

Many thanks!

Lee

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Old 8 November 2007, 08:52 AM   #2
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Welcom Lee. The pictures you show are indeed genuine However I would have the watch checked out by an AD before handing over any more of your money just to make sure they match.
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Old 8 November 2007, 09:11 AM   #3
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Welcom Lee. The pictures you show are indeed genuine However I would have the watch checked out by an AD before handing over any more of your money just to make sure they match.

Thanks Wolfgang!

I remember seeing a very small number matching number(I think) from the certificate inside the strap clasp, However as you have suggested I will visit a dealer for peace of mind.

looking foward to wearing my first Rolex

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Old 10 November 2007, 02:11 AM   #4
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WOOOOHOOOO

Had it checked out and all genuine, picked it up today!

the third watch to my collection and my first rolex!

I can not stop peeking under my sleeve to take a look!

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Old 10 November 2007, 02:21 AM   #5
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Well done Lee,

Enjoy your new sub date

I'd like to day the peeking will ware off, but I've had mine 3 months now and I still do it!
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Old 10 November 2007, 02:22 AM   #6
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Welcome to TRF, Lee!

Congrats!

Please post a wristshot!

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Old 10 November 2007, 03:02 AM   #7
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Well done...

A life time purchase..
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Old 10 November 2007, 04:33 AM   #9
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thanks for the warm welcome guys!

will be around to ask a few questions no doubt and see what lovely examples you all have!

there are a few other watches I want but I have also taken a liking to the Steel Oyster Perpetual Explorer.

A freind of mine who has a collection of over 40 watches has given me the bug.
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