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Old 22 October 2017, 11:04 PM   #1
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16710

Hi all,

I have been offered this 16710. I am fairly sure it is fake but would value a second opinion. I am still learning but my concerns are:

- Date magnification is all wrong
- Serial number should start with a letter for 2007 year watch
- The "ROLEX" on the box looks messy

All opinions welcome. Thank you in advance

https://imgur.com/a/rinVF
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Old 22 October 2017, 11:14 PM   #2
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The watch and paperwork are all authentic.
I personally wouldn't buy a swiss dial.
But if the price is right it's the way to go. I used to own a 16710 Z serial great watch and got lots of compliments.
Date magnification is right.
Everything looks good to me.
Maybe the angle of the pictures aren't good.
Id ask him to set the date at 15 and time at 8:45 and please post that picture here and we will be able to tell 100% of it's authentic.
To me it's 99% authentic.
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Old 24 October 2017, 10:58 AM   #3
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I personally wouldn't buy a swiss dial.
Why? If you want a "no holes" 16710 the dials are all SWISS MADE, no?
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Old 24 October 2017, 03:56 PM   #4
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Hi all,

I have been offered this 16710. I am fairly sure it is fake but would value a second opinion. I am still learning but my concerns are:

- Date magnification is all wrong
- Serial number should start with a letter for 2007 year watch
- The "ROLEX" on the box looks messy

All opinions welcome. Thank you in advance

https://imgur.com/a/rinVF
Can't see the characters fully from the picture. It does start with a letter and its Z I think, which dates it to 2007. Get it authenticated before you buy.
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Old 25 October 2017, 12:19 AM   #5
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Thanks all. For some reason I thought the Z was a 2...
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Old 9 November 2017, 08:30 PM   #6
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Hi gents - just managed to get some more photos from the seller. I will be bringing the watch to the watchmaker with the seller so any last minute comments are greatly appreciated.

Images: https://imgur.com/a/bgKhl

I am satisfied it is authentic, albeit some wear on the case and bracelet. Only light scratches are evident and the case appears to be in good condition. Nothing a light polish won't fix.
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Old 10 November 2017, 02:25 PM   #7
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Watch looks 100% legit. Enjoy your GMT.
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Old 11 November 2017, 08:38 AM   #8
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Watch looks 100% legit. Enjoy your GMT.
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