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theslothuk · 21 April 2010, 04:43 AM

Hey guys.

I've been looking at getting a "Kermit" or anniversary edition Submariner and found this site.

Look at the way "Rolex" is printed around the inside edge of the face.

I've never seen a Submariner like that.

Has anyone else?

http://www.watch-network.net/rolex_ss_anniversary.htm

Renoir · 21 April 2010, 04:51 AM

That's called rehaut engraving, besides having "Rolex" printed in the inner ring, the serial number is engraved at the 6 o'clock position. This started with the late "D" series.

theslothuk · 21 April 2010, 05:05 AM

Thanks Renoir.

Not a bad price then... it works out at 2397 GBP for the watch in the link.

I tried a brand new one on at the weekend in a jewelers near me. It looked the same as this to me, but without the engraving. It looked awesome.

I'd always thought the Submariner was too big and would look stupid on my wrist but it like it a lot.

sj1523 · 21 April 2010, 08:44 AM

I would NOT buy from this site...the price is so low for a reason. No contact info - all cash payments....

Nicko · 21 April 2010, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by sj1523

I would NOT buy from this site...the price is so low for a reason. No contact info - all cash payments....

Ditto...Too low!!! Stay away! If it looks to good to be true then.......

Run, don't walk.

mborner · 21 April 2010, 08:51 AM

The watch looks good. The question is, is it the sellers watch? Stolen pics, maybe? Price is too low.

idk01 · 21 April 2010, 09:50 AM

I'd be running away from that one, same format as this site - luxurywrist.net

The only difference is the different stolen photos :-)

CoopJr · 21 April 2010, 10:11 AM

2 grand less than it's worth. Scam.

mborner · 21 April 2010, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by CoopJr

2 grand less than it's worth. Scam.

You mean $3,600 *more* than it's worth.

theslothuk · 21 April 2010, 05:42 PM

Spose i'll stay away then ;'(

I've seen one or two on eBay that look the part but I don't feel comortable handing over 3250 pounds to "some bloke." If the eBay watch was affiliated to a shop or something then fair enough.

Sometimes I marvel at how easy it would be to sell a fifty pound replica in a "face to face" deal worked out on eBay and basically steal 3K from someone.

I doubt the law would bother even trying to find the scammer.

theslothuk · 21 April 2010, 05:59 PM

This is a pretty good deal I think:

http://www.rebeccasjewellers.com/det...&cat=41&id=339

12 month warranty and first service is free...

MikeyTX · 21 April 2010, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by mborner

You mean $3,600 *more* than it's worth.

now don't confuse the o/p as he's new to this. O/p may not realize your saying that tongue in cheek.

theslothuk · 21 April 2010, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeyTX

now don't confuse the o/p as he's new to this. O/p may not realize your saying that tongue in cheek.

Thanks Mikey - but I get it mate.

sj1523 · 21 April 2010, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theslothuk

This is a pretty good deal I think:

http://www.rebeccasjewellers.com/det...&cat=41&id=339

12 month warranty and first service is free...

check the TRF for sale section - I believe I've seen deals in that range...in fact, there's one up right now for USD 4995 (ask price)

BASSETHOUNDS · 21 April 2010, 11:22 PM

I presume they do not allow local pick up on this item ...

theslothuk · 21 April 2010, 11:49 PM

Looks good, but the scratches would annoy me. It works out 3240.00 pounds, the one on Rebecca's is 3399.00 and comes from a proper shop. So I guess I'm better off there because of the peace of mind of the warranty and the free first service.

Looks like I'm going shopping!

Traveler · 22 April 2010, 01:19 AM

Prices on this site are way too low. Also, no contact info except email ! I would avoid this site if I were you.

CoopJr · 22 April 2010, 01:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mborner

You mean $3,600 *more* than it's worth.

That's another way to look at it. I thought it looked real from what I saw.

Redeye · 22 April 2010, 01:43 AM

Others from TRF have noticed this site before. I think some have even tested the waters by sending them an email.

You might want to take a look at their responses.

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...=watch-network

sj1523 · 22 April 2010, 05:02 AM

Check out the one u/n Jacek has for sale - mint and an ask of 4950...

theslothuk · 22 April 2010, 05:17 AM

That's pretty damn good!

I'd say a lot of people must buy direct from guys advertising on TRF. I think people must be willing to take a leap of faith though. The scope for being scammed seems wide. Nothing against the seller. I am just talking generally as for me, it would be a worry.

sj1523 · 22 April 2010, 06:33 AM

Yea - always have that worry - just have to trust the seller's track record...been on this forum for a few months now and haven't heard too many negative experiences...the scammers get weeded out pretty efficiently.

Earl Camembert · 22 April 2010, 08:58 AM

That site was registered three months ago. ZoneAlarm would not let it open unless I overrode several Zonealarm settings.

Wink wink, nudge nudge, say no more say no more.

theslothuk · 22 April 2010, 06:12 PM

Brazen scammers then eh! And they guarantee 100% Authenticity - or your money back... scum.

SecretSauce · 22 April 2010, 07:10 PM

Buy TRF or beware. I see LVs on here all the time from top sellers. Don't be a sucker!

MikeyTX · 22 April 2010, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theslothuk

Brazen scammers then eh! And they guarantee 100% Authenticity - or your money back... scum.

Name of the game sadly.

21 April 2010, 04:43 AM	#1
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	Real or Fake Hey guys. I've been looking at getting a "Kermit" or anniversary edition Submariner and found this site. Look at the way "Rolex" is printed around the inside edge of the face. I've never seen a Submariner like that. Has anyone else? http://www.watch-network.net/rolex_ss_anniversary.htm

21 April 2010, 09:50 AM	#7
idk01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Dave Location: Australia Watch: DJ16233TT Posts: 18,485	I'd be running away from that one, same format as this site - luxurywrist.net The only difference is the different stolen photos :-) __________________ *Apprentice to Terry Newton; Superstar and Fake Sleuth*

21 April 2010, 04:51 AM	#2
Renoir "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: New York Posts: 2,396	That's called rehaut engraving, besides having "Rolex" printed in the inner ring, the serial number is engraved at the 6 o'clock position. This started with the late "D" series.

21 April 2010, 05:05 AM	#3
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	Thanks Renoir. Not a bad price then... it works out at 2397 GBP for the watch in the link. I tried a brand new one on at the weekend in a jewelers near me. It looked the same as this to me, but without the engraving. It looked awesome. I'd always thought the Submariner was too big and would look stupid on my wrist but it like it a lot.

21 April 2010, 08:44 AM	#4
sj1523 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Villanova, PA Watch: Milgauss Posts: 243	I would NOT buy from this site...the price is so low for a reason. No contact info - all cash payments....

21 April 2010, 08:51 AM	#6
mborner "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Coral Springs, Fl Posts: 99	The watch looks good. The question is, is it the sellers watch? Stolen pics, maybe? Price is too low.

21 April 2010, 10:11 AM	#8
CoopJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Coop Location: U.S.A. Watch: Subs Posts: 6,455	2 grand less than it's worth. Scam.

21 April 2010, 05:42 PM	#10
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	Spose i'll stay away then ;'( I've seen one or two on eBay that look the part but I don't feel comortable handing over 3250 pounds to "some bloke." If the eBay watch was affiliated to a shop or something then fair enough. Sometimes I marvel at how easy it would be to sell a fifty pound replica in a "face to face" deal worked out on eBay and basically steal 3K from someone. I doubt the law would bother even trying to find the scammer.

21 April 2010, 05:59 PM	#11
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	This is a pretty good deal I think: http://www.rebeccasjewellers.com/det...&cat=41&id=339 12 month warranty and first service is free...

21 April 2010, 11:22 PM	#15
BASSETHOUNDS Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Tristan Location: GIRONA , SPAIN Watch: 116520/660/710/334 Posts: 7,147	I presume they do not allow local pick up on this item ...

21 April 2010, 11:49 PM	#16
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	Looks good, but the scratches would annoy me. It works out 3240.00 pounds, the one on Rebecca's is 3399.00 and comes from a proper shop. So I guess I'm better off there because of the peace of mind of the warranty and the free first service. Looks like I'm going shopping!

22 April 2010, 01:19 AM	#17
Traveler Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 374	Prices on this site are way too low. Also, no contact info except email ! I would avoid this site if I were you.

22 April 2010, 01:43 AM	#19
Redeye "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 76	Others from TRF have noticed this site before. I think some have even tested the waters by sending them an email. You might want to take a look at their responses. http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...=watch-network

22 April 2010, 05:02 AM	#20
sj1523 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Villanova, PA Watch: Milgauss Posts: 243	Check out the one u/n Jacek has for sale - mint and an ask of 4950...

22 April 2010, 05:17 AM	#21
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	That's pretty damn good! I'd say a lot of people must buy direct from guys advertising on TRF. I think people must be willing to take a leap of faith though. The scope for being scammed seems wide. Nothing against the seller. I am just talking generally as for me, it would be a worry.

22 April 2010, 06:33 AM	#22
sj1523 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Villanova, PA Watch: Milgauss Posts: 243	Yea - always have that worry - just have to trust the seller's track record...been on this forum for a few months now and haven't heard too many negative experiences...the scammers get weeded out pretty efficiently.

22 April 2010, 08:58 AM	#23
Earl Camembert Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,858	That site was registered three months ago. ZoneAlarm would not let it open unless I overrode several Zonealarm settings. Wink wink, nudge nudge, say no more say no more.

22 April 2010, 06:12 PM	#24
theslothuk Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 27	Brazen scammers then eh! And they guarantee 100% Authenticity - or your money back... scum.

22 April 2010, 07:10 PM	#25
SecretSauce Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: BKK Watch: 16610 Posts: 116	Buy TRF or beware. I see LVs on here all the time from top sellers. Don't be a sucker!

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