ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

D.L.Weldy · 29 November 2023, 07:55 AM

I am new to the forum and I am in need of some assistance. I do t know where to post or if it is even appropriate to post. But I received a watch as a gift and I don't know enough about rolex to make a determination whether it is a real watch or a fake. I have done some research on my own but I am still undetermined.

0nly5iv3Digits · 1 December 2023, 10:42 AM

I'm also "newly" here - ie. beginning to contribute.. although I've been a longtime "lurker". I'd post some pics to have other members chime in! Perhaps a new thread in the rolex General discussion section :D

Cheers

dvn · 13 January 2024, 02:13 AM

Recevied a pm scan from aman818 yesterday. I did reply it it first before released when I read this post.

hirsca · 16 January 2024, 06:36 AM

Received a suspicious PM from a CPZorro. Wanted me to verify a seller. Attached a link. I did not open it and deleted the PM. Thanks, Al

SpazzStr0s · 16 January 2024, 06:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hirsca

Received a suspicious PM from a CPZorro. Wanted me to verify a seller. Attached a link. I did not open it and deleted the PM. Thanks, Al

I got the same one

sctodc · 16 January 2024, 06:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpazzStr0s

I got the same one

I got it too. Reported to mods, didn’t click the link.

ShamRockNRoll · 16 January 2024, 06:57 AM

Also got the message from CPZorro. Seemed related to a thread I'd just commented on so he got me... changed my login info immediately though. Hopefully that prevents anything crazy from happening with my account.

ZOOK · 16 January 2024, 07:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hirsca

Received a suspicious PM from a CPZorro. Wanted me to verify a seller. Attached a link. I did not open it and deleted the PM. Thanks, Al

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpazzStr0s

I got the same one

Quote:

Originally Posted by sctodc

I got it too. Reported to mods, didn’t click the link.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShamRockNRoll

Also got the message from CPZorro. Seemed related to a thread I'd just commented on so he got me... changed my login info immediately though. Hopefully that prevents anything crazy from happening with my account.

CPZorro has been banned.

Good looking out, folks. The scammer is probably after you, as 2024 pledge members. He would use your account to post a fake sale ad.

You should turn on 2 Factor Authentication for additional protection.

2 Factor Authentication

If you don't want to click on the link above, go to the Announcements/feedback & Support subforum. The 2FA thread is a sticky at the top of that forum.

sctodc · 17 January 2024, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZOOK

You should turn on 2 Factor Authentication for additional protection.

Didn't realize this was an option for TRF, turned on immediately. Appreciate you pointing it out!

964RS · 18 January 2024, 09:33 PM

Received an email this morning trying to get me to re-register. It’s a scam.

Was sent from [email protected]

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Lol-x · 18 January 2024, 10:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 964RS

Received an email this morning trying to get me to re-register. It’s a scam.

Was sent from [email protected]

THIS EMAIL IS A TOTAL SCAM!!
Do not click on the link if you receive it.
If you did click on the link, then change your password immediately...

dr.ns23 · 21 January 2024, 10:36 PM

Hello, is this a spam or a genuine email? There’s something weird about it and I’ve never received emails from Rolexforums regarding this issue. I didn’t click on the link but was wondering what you guys think.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

77T · 21 January 2024, 10:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dr.ns23

Hello, is this a spam or a genuine email? There’s something weird about it and I’ve never received emails from Rolexforums regarding this issue. I didn’t click on the link but was wondering what you guys think.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Do not click the link. I agree that there is something weird. Steve would not use such poor English.

I believe the link appears to be the TRF 2024 Pledge request but everyone should use the TRF thread itself to donate rather than a link in a poorly worded email.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

dr.ns23 · 21 January 2024, 11:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

Do not click the link. I agree that there is something weird. Steve would not use such poor English.

I believe the link appears to be the TRF 2024 Pledge request but everyone should use the TRF thread itself to donate rather than a link in a poorly worded email.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Exactly, the English is what made me doubt the email. The link details are correct but I didn't click on it just incase...
I hope Steve can tell us more about this issue? Thanks

77T · 21 January 2024, 11:59 PM

There’s not much to tell - it’s a classic Email Spoofing.

A spammer sends an email using an email address in the From field to make it LOOK like it came from a trusted source.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

R3-D9 · 22 January 2024, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 77T

There’s not much to tell - it’s a classic Email Spoofing.

A spammer sends an email using an email address in the From field to make it LOOK like it came from a trusted source.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

The odd thing is that the email is from [email protected]

My question is, did the forum’s admin email get hacked?

77T · 22 January 2024, 12:48 AM

Only Steve can answer that question.

I was explaining Spoofing which doesn’t involve hacking the email server.

The simplest thing:
Never click a link in an email, a PM, or a post on any forum. Go to the secure website to pledge for 2024.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

ArtNouveau · 22 January 2024, 02:41 AM

Why is it that spammers are such atrocious spellers? I sometimes get dozens of emails warning me I’m about to lose access to something, the grammar and spelling is so bad I am amazed anyone would fall for them. If said messages make it to my inbox I block the address to keep it from coming back.

Jay Tee · 22 January 2024, 03:58 AM

Received the same email for a Pledge request in poorly written English.

NardinNut · 2 February 2024, 04:36 AM

WTF is up with this jackass?!

So many spam posts in such a short time.

77T · 2 February 2024, 06:46 AM

Seems someone is testing a robo spamming code string. There are other posts by another bot.

Might be time for a better automated Turing test for new members first 20 posts.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Parshu · 3 February 2024, 08:09 AM

I got email from user man4477, email text below, looks definitely like a spam.

***************
Hello,

I am new here and about to make my first purchase for a Rolex watch from a member on the forum and you have been selected as one of his ref which is why i am writing you. So i was curious and thought it would be worth the due diligence.

Here is the link to his post

(There is a web link that I don't want spread further)

Also I had to reset my password as my regular password did not work. That is something really weird as I knew my password to the forum

dvn · 15 February 2024, 11:14 PM

I got an PM from LongWilliam. Look at the url that he want me to click on.

************************************************** *************
Your FS listing.
Hello,

I am writing you regarding your listing on the forum if it still available for sale, I am interested in purchasing the watch as a birthday gift.
But before we proceed i will like you to confirm if this is your listing below.

https://net-dashboard.click/m/R/Role...lexForums.html

Your reply is highly appreciated!

Thanks.

************************************************** ****

rufusdusol · 3 April 2024, 09:48 AM

Phishing site PM from username: Unstoword

I can’t post links because I need 10 posts
He’s a scammer though
A scammer based in Spain I think

liberalclown · 4 April 2024, 06:17 AM

Another scammer here trying phishing via a link. How do I report his to mod/admin?

piratfisk · 4 April 2024, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by liberalclown

Another scammer here trying phishing via a link. How do I report his to mod/admin?

The red/white/black triangle icon in the top right.

liberalclown · 4 April 2024, 10:36 AM

Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by piratfisk

The red/white/black triangle icon in the top right.

ibang1 · 5 April 2024, 10:26 AM

Scammer from Oopem. Asking the same about purchasing from TRF member. Reported.

DavidSB · 12 April 2024, 01:40 AM

Got this one this morning from "jpwv":

You have received a new private message at Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum from jpwv, entitled "Refs Check".

To read the original version, respond to, or delete this message, you must log in here:

This is the message that was sent:
***************
Hello,

How are you doing? I am about to purchase a Rolex Daytona from a member on TRF. He gave me your username as a reference, He said you would vouch for him. Kindly find his listing and details below for your perusal.

Thanks in advance and stay safe.
***************

ZOOK · 12 April 2024, 02:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DavidSB

Got this one this morning from "jpwv":

You have received a new private message at Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum from jpwv, entitled "Refs Check".

To read the original version, respond to, or delete this message, you must log in here:
https://www.rolexforums.com/private.php

This is the message that was sent:
***************
Hello,

How are you doing? I am about to purchase a Rolex Daytona from a member on TRF. He gave me your username as a reference, He said you would vouch for him. Kindly find his listing and details below for your perusal.

Phishing web link removed

Thanks in advance and stay safe.
***************

Don't do the scammer's job for them! Please edit your post and remove the link.

18 January 2024, 09:33 PM	#400
964RS "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jason Graham Location: UK Watch: Something vintage. Posts: 306	Personal Message scam * pm scam pm scam Received an email this morning trying to get me to re-register. It’s a scam. Was sent from [email protected] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 January 2024, 10:36 PM	#402
dr.ns23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Somewhere Watch: 15202 Posts: 436	Personal Message scam * pm scam pm scam Hello, is this a spam or a genuine email? There’s something weird about it and I’ve never received emails from Rolexforums regarding this issue. I didn’t click on the link but was wondering what you guys think. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ 16610, 116610LV, 116500LN-0001, 126500LN-0001, 116500LN-0002, 126710BLRO, M326934-0003, 124300-0004, 124300-0005, 124300-0008, PAM392, AP15202, BVL103011, Speedmaster 3861, M.A.D.1 Red, IW328901

21 January 2024, 11:59 PM	#405
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,955	There’s not much to tell - it’s a classic Email Spoofing. A spammer sends an email using an email address in the From field to make it LOOK like it came from a trusted source. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

22 January 2024, 12:48 AM	#407
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,955	Personal Message scam * pm scam pm scam Only Steve can answer that question. I was explaining Spoofing which doesn’t involve hacking the email server. The simplest thing: Never click a link in an email, a PM, or a post on any forum. Go to the secure website to pledge for 2024. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

22 January 2024, 03:58 AM	#409
Jay Tee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Jay Location: Canada Watch: 116520/PAM/PO2500 Posts: 293	Pledge request Received the same email for a Pledge request in poorly written English. __________________ 116520 - 16570 - 16610LV - 16710pepsi - 116234

29 November 2023, 07:55 AM	#391
D.L.Weldy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2023 Real Name: D.L. Weldy Location: Ohio Watch: 2 many 2 choose Posts: 1	I am new to the forum and I am in need of some assistance. I do t know where to post or if it is even appropriate to post. But I received a watch as a gift and I don't know enough about rolex to make a determination whether it is a real watch or a fake. I have done some research on my own but I am still undetermined.

1 December 2023, 10:42 AM	#392
0nly5iv3Digits "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: EARTH Watch: What is "watch"? Posts: 1,327	I'm also "newly" here - ie. beginning to contribute.. although I've been a longtime "lurker". I'd post some pics to have other members chime in! Perhaps a new thread in the rolex General discussion section :D Cheers

13 January 2024, 02:13 AM	#393
dvn 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: David Location: Massachusetts Posts: 308	Recevied a pm scan from aman818 yesterday. I did reply it it first before released when I read this post.

16 January 2024, 06:36 AM	#394
hirsca 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2023 Real Name: Al Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 14	Received a suspicious PM from a CPZorro. Wanted me to verify a seller. Attached a link. I did not open it and deleted the PM. Thanks, Al

16 January 2024, 06:57 AM	#397
ShamRockNRoll 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Philadelphia Watch: Polar Explorer II Posts: 56	Also got the message from CPZorro. Seemed related to a thread I'd just commented on so he got me... changed my login info immediately though. Hopefully that prevents anything crazy from happening with my account.

22 January 2024, 02:41 AM	#408
ArtNouveau 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NWA, USA Watch: BLRO/Daytona/OP41s Posts: 5,360	Why is it that spammers are such atrocious spellers? I sometimes get dozens of emails warning me I’m about to lose access to something, the grammar and spelling is so bad I am amazed anyone would fall for them. If said messages make it to my inbox I block the address to keep it from coming back.

2 February 2024, 04:36 AM	#410
NardinNut 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Jordan Location: Proxima b Posts: 1,101	WTF is up with this jackass?! So many spam posts in such a short time.

2 February 2024, 06:46 AM	#411
77T 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 41,955	Seems someone is testing a robo spamming code string. There are other posts by another bot. Might be time for a better automated Turing test for new members first 20 posts. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

3 February 2024, 08:09 AM	#412
Parshu 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2023 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 18	I got email from user man4477, email text below, looks definitely like a spam. *************** Hello, I am new here and about to make my first purchase for a Rolex watch from a member on the forum and you have been selected as one of his ref which is why i am writing you. So i was curious and thought it would be worth the due diligence. Here is the link to his post (There is a web link that I don't want spread further) Also I had to reset my password as my regular password did not work. That is something really weird as I knew my password to the forum

15 February 2024, 11:14 PM	#413
dvn 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: David Location: Massachusetts Posts: 308	I got an PM from LongWilliam. Look at the url that he want me to click on. ************************************************ ********* Your FS listing. Hello, I am writing you regarding your listing on the forum if it still available for sale, I am interested in purchasing the watch as a birthday gift. But before we proceed i will like you to confirm if this is your listing below. https://net-dashboard.click/m/R/Role...lexForums.html Your reply is highly appreciated! Thanks. ********************************************** **

3 April 2024, 09:48 AM	#414
rufusdusol 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2024 Location: Canada Posts: 3	Phishing site PM from username: Unstoword I can’t post links because I need 10 posts He’s a scammer though A scammer based in Spain I think

5 April 2024, 10:26 AM	#418
ibang1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: MD Posts: 40	Scammer from Oopem. Asking the same about purchasing from TRF member. Reported.

12 April 2024, 01:40 AM	#419
DavidSB 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: USA Posts: 231	Got this one this morning from "jpwv": You have received a new private message at Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum from jpwv, entitled "Refs Check". To read the original version, respond to, or delete this message, you must log in here: This is the message that was sent: ************* Hello, How are you doing? I am about to purchase a Rolex Daytona from a member on TRF. He gave me your username as a reference, He said you would vouch for him. Kindly find his listing and details below for your perusal. Thanks in advance and stay safe. *************

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)