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didi · 20 July 2010, 02:24 PM

I am new at this and do not know anything about Rolex except that its an expensive watch!

I have photos, can anyone help me identify the model type and what's it called? (and also the value?)

Thanks!! :)

Here's the image of the face

For more images, kindly check out this site:
My ROLEX watch

Help of any kind is MUCH much appreciated!!

sleddog · 20 July 2010, 02:40 PM

A Rolex AD will certify it for you......
Model and serial numbers are between the lugs on the watch case under the bracelet..You'll need to remove it to see them!!

PS: Welcome to TRF!

didi · 20 July 2010, 02:46 PM

Thanks sleddog1000!!

May I ask whats a Rolex AD?

Kinda new here and the terms are new too!! :)

sleddog · 20 July 2010, 02:47 PM

AD = Authorised Dealer(Rolex Seller)

Colnago · 20 July 2010, 02:51 PM

AD = Authorised Dealer....arggghhh...you beat me to it Rob!!!

As Rob said, if you remove the bracelet there will be two numbers stamped/engraved onto the case (one at 6 and one at 12 o'clock) under where the bracelet fits....one is unique to the watch, the other is the model number for all watches of this type....

The only sure way to authenticate it is to take it to an AD, they may need to remove the case back to check the movement.......but this is by far the best course of action to take for peace of mind..

sleddog · 20 July 2010, 02:51 PM

The model number is also on the green sticker on the caseback from your pictures you have...I can't quite read it though!!!!
It is a 18K Datejust,not positive on Authenticity though....

Tools · 20 July 2010, 02:51 PM

There are some issues with this watch..

The bracelet is likely a replica or aftermarket as it is a "President" configuration, but no President bracelet was made to fit the 34mm case/19mm lug "Date" model..

Which brings us to the crux........... The Date also did not come with diamonds in that configuration on the dial, so perhaps it is a redone dial fitted to a DJ, which could then fit a bracelet with 20mm lugs..

A lot of work and expense for what you end up with

Take the bracelet off and see if there are serial and model numbers properly etched into the case........... the sticker on the back looks questionable too...

You also need to get that caseback off and see what's inside.......

sleddog · 20 July 2010, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Colnago

AD = Authorised Dealer....arggghhh...you beat me to it Rob!!!

As Rob said, if you remove the bracelet there will be two numbers stamped/engraved onto the case (one at 6 and one at 12 o'clock) under where the bracelet fits....one is unique to the watch, the other is the model number for all watches of this type....

The only sure way to authenticate it is to take it to an AD, they may need to remove the case back to check the movement.......but this is by far the best course of action to take for peace of mind..

As Bill and I have said,Your local Rolex AD is the only surefire way to prove if it's authentic...It may cost a small fee,but worth it to know!!

erwin · 20 July 2010, 02:58 PM

Rolex only uses VS quality diamonds on their watches! The diamonds on your dial is kind of cloudy

Or maybe it's the camera

didi · 20 July 2010, 03:51 PM

Thanks for the info guys!!

Will go to an AD and have them check it. I would remove the bracelet myself, if I could! hehehe..

Thanks guys! :)

I was honestly disheartened to learn that this might not be authentic - reading that some of you have written.

Grrr.... I was excited honestly and now - I'm a bit, hmmm... dispapointed??

HELP!!

jcherskine · 21 July 2010, 07:08 AM

According to the sticker on the case back, it looks as if it is a 15038 Date?
Bracelet and dial are probably aftermarket as Larry has intimated.
AD would be best bet to confirm all is well.

imono · 21 July 2010, 08:20 AM

You are in Manila, Philippines.
Let us know how the AD would do it for you.
I hope they have the time to examine it and tell you the story.

20 July 2010, 02:24 PM	#1
didi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: manila Posts: 3	HELP! I inherited a Rolex Date 15038 HELP!! I am new at this and do not know anything about Rolex except that its an expensive watch! I have photos, can anyone help me identify the model type and what's it called? (and also the value?) Thanks!! :) Here's the image of the face For more images, kindly check out this site: My ROLEX watch Help of any kind is MUCH much appreciated!!

20 July 2010, 02:40 PM	#2
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	A Rolex AD will certify it for you...... Model and serial numbers are between the lugs on the watch case under the bracelet..You'll need to remove it to see them!! PS: Welcome to TRF! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

20 July 2010, 02:47 PM	#4
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	AD = Authorised Dealer(Rolex Seller) __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

20 July 2010, 02:51 PM	#5
Colnago "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Bill Hart Location: Richmond, NY, UK Watch: Rlx=3, Tdr=3, Om=3 Posts: 3,053	AD = Authorised Dealer....arggghhh...you beat me to it Rob!!! As Rob said, if you remove the bracelet there will be two numbers stamped/engraved onto the case (one at 6 and one at 12 o'clock) under where the bracelet fits....one is unique to the watch, the other is the model number for all watches of this type.... The only sure way to authenticate it is to take it to an AD, they may need to remove the case back to check the movement.......but this is by far the best course of action to take for peace of mind.. __________________ Bill "There's only three kinds of people in this world....those that can count....and those that can't" TRF's "JJ's" Bar & NightClub Patron

20 July 2010, 02:51 PM	#6
sleddog TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,931	The model number is also on the green sticker on the caseback from your pictures you have...I can't quite read it though!!!! It is a 18K Datejust,not positive on Authenticity though.... __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

20 July 2010, 02:46 PM	#3
didi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: manila Posts: 3	Thanks sleddog1000!! May I ask whats a Rolex AD? Kinda new here and the terms are new too!! :)

20 July 2010, 02:51 PM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,514	There are some issues with this watch.. The bracelet is likely a replica or aftermarket as it is a "President" configuration, but no President bracelet was made to fit the 34mm case/19mm lug "Date" model.. Which brings us to the crux........... The Date also did not come with diamonds in that configuration on the dial, so perhaps it is a redone dial fitted to a DJ, which could then fit a bracelet with 20mm lugs.. A lot of work and expense for what you end up with Take the bracelet off and see if there are serial and model numbers properly etched into the case........... the sticker on the back looks questionable too... You also need to get that caseback off and see what's inside....... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

20 July 2010, 02:58 PM	#9
erwin - Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Erwin Location: Hollywood, Ca Watch: SD Posts: 1,032	Rolex only uses VS quality diamonds on their watches! The diamonds on your dial is kind of cloudyOr maybe it's the camera __________________ Your watch silently speaks about your character! sd/datejust/tudor/a couple of vintage omegas/tissotMB Meisterstuck Bordeaux pen/MB Noblesse Oblige/Starwalker/MB Classique Fountain pen/MB no 149

20 July 2010, 03:51 PM	#10
didi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: manila Posts: 3	Thanks for the info guys!! Will go to an AD and have them check it. I would remove the bracelet myself, if I could! hehehe.. Thanks guys! :) I was honestly disheartened to learn that this might not be authentic - reading that some of you have written. Grrr.... I was excited honestly and now - I'm a bit, hmmm... dispapointed?? HELP!!

21 July 2010, 07:08 AM	#11
jcherskine "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: John Location: Scotland Watch: DJII 116300 Posts: 1,970	According to the sticker on the case back, it looks as if it is a 15038 Date? Bracelet and dial are probably aftermarket as Larry has intimated. AD would be best bet to confirm all is well.

21 July 2010, 08:20 AM	#12
imono "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,241	You are in Manila, Philippines. Let us know how the AD would do it for you. I hope they have the time to examine it and tell you the story.

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