Answering the "Is that Rolex Real?" question?

[joe100]

My response to stupid questions is "a gentleman never asks, and a lady never tells"

And being a guy, usually diffuses the situation.

[Jack T]

Don't worry about sounding like a douche, the person asking the question beat you to it.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Terry McCassey

I always answer . . . I hope so.

[dennywags]

Originally Posted by Jack T

Don't worry about sounding like a douche, the person asking the question beat you to it.

Exactly.

[BrianMay]

My answer is :

'What do you think . . . ?' and I leave it at that - they'll think what they want anyway and I KNOW the answer so nothing else matters.

[Submariner2015]

To me it's kinda an odd question to a complete stranger--very random like: are you adopted, is that a toupee, or what country are you from (despite speaking the national language perfectly). All in all, depending on the setting, always good to exercise caution when asked such a question from a complete stranger...

[Camel]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

It's been a while since I was spotted as a Rolex wearer. Most recent question was about my DD, "is that real gold?" I said it's a real watch and left the question hanging. Frankly no one needs to know the cost or details of my personal life unless I want them to. Same with my Harley; once someone almost wanted to get into a fight because I wouldn't tell them the cost. More horse's asses out there than horses and that's for certain.

Never been asked about my Rolex watches, but strange enough after "nice Harley" - "what did it cost ?".

[RazorD]

Originally Posted by cht

I normally find this an opportunity to spread some WIS with:

"Who would spend $8,950 + tax on a stainless steel watch with a 3135 movement and parachrom blu hairspring topped with a ceramic bezel bombarbed with platinum?"

That should answer their question indirectly.

Lol

[wallasey runner]

Originally Posted by Nejmann

I just answer it with this brilliant question "Does the bear shit in the forrest?" LOL

Sorry, can't accept that: much prefer-

Do bears poo in the woods ?

[John_mx]

Originally Posted by jhe888

It depends on who it is.

I told my wife all my watches are fakes. Except the Grand Seiko, which i told her is "just" a Seiko. ;)

I am with you on this one ahah

[tomchicago]

Always say no unless you want trouble. The person asking is, by definition, an idiot.

[elcompa]

Originally Posted by Jack T

Don't worry about sounding like a douche, the person asking the question beat you to it.

Boom! Nailed it. My thoughts exactly.

[Jari from Finland]

If someone asked I would say that the watch is real. I cannot remember when someone would have last asked. Rather many of people I know well are aware of my watch interest.

[GEORGE505]

I would just tell them no it's fake just like the car I'm driving lol. Just ask them nicely what do you think?

[strafer_kid]

Just would not be drawn on it..............let people think what they wish

[red.earth]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

Never been asked. Rolex is so common in Hong Kong, it would be like asking someone if their shoes were real leather.

:) What a place Hong Kong is!

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[Yanks213x]

I feel like asking if a watch is real or fake is an odd question. I personally would say fake if the first question asked was about authenticity from someone who I do not know... Any time I've approached someone about their watch, I make sure I know what their wearing in order to start a convo. I never just ask about authenticity. If they offer it then that's fine, I more want to see what kind of watch person they are.

[red.earth]

Oh, and to answer the question, it depends on who's asking. My sister asked and I looked her with incredulity - she wouldn't appreciate knowing the truth, given her financial circumstances. In fact, I can't think of many people that it would do me a favour to confess to that I'd spent so much money on watches. They'd all think I was totally insane... And likely unconscious jealousies would arise, so it's info best kept quiet. I'm happy knowing and that's all that matters.

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[hbombkid]

No one ever asked me but my buddy has got a great response on a fake. He has numerous high end watches but he has a fake day date and he does yard work with it on. His neighbor asked him about the watch as the fake gold with shining. My buddies response was got to wear it. Well then he pulls out the trimmer goes back to work and slams his wrist against the fence. He goes off like he damaged his watch. The neighbor cannot believe what just happened. My buddy just smiles and says it's a fake.

[jamesbondOO7]

I would answer: "I hope so as I bought it from an official Rolex dealer."

[DPE]

Just ask them what the time is on their iphone is so you can see if your watch is ok !! keep them guessing !!

[hknslmz]

Originally Posted by jhe888

It depends on who it is.

I told my wife all my watches are fakes. Except the Grand Seiko, which i told her is "just" a Seiko. ;)

[Shopguy]

I don't know to whom this quote is attributed, but I've always liked it.
"Never complain, never explain".
It's funny how some people expect an answer from another person regardless of the question they pose. It's like they insert their little quarter, and expect an answer to pop out. And many times we oblige them.
To questions I don't like, or slightly disrespectful comments, from strangers, I'll say "Do I know you?". Question back. They stumble for an answer. And if it's no, I say "I didn't think so."
The very few times I've used it, it works.

[Munch520]

Originally Posted by jhe888

It depends on who it is.

I told my wife all my watches are fakes. Except the Grand Seiko, which i told her is "just" a Seiko. ;)

Hahaha! I've thought about doing the same. Luckily mine are all divers and 'they all look the same' according to her. So half dozen watches becomes 1 :-)

I've gotten some compliments but never been questioned on authenticity. People do stare sometimes though. I bet the question crosses their mind.


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[bde]

Never been asked.

[SUPERDOC]

My answer is easy...
(In my best Daniel Craig)..."No, it's an Omeega!"...

[ilya_kuryakyn]

" the watch is real, but I bought it with false money..."
funny look on their face !! lol

[lavaman]

Are those?

and point to something on their anatomy

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by Shopguy

I don't know to whom this quote is attributed, but I've always liked it.

"Never complain, never explain".

It's funny how some people expect an answer from another person regardless of the question they pose. It's like they insert their little quarter, and expect an answer to pop out. And many times we oblige them.

To questions I don't like, or slightly disrespectful comments, from strangers, I'll say "Do I know you?". Question back. They stumble for an answer. And if it's no, I say "I didn't think so."

The very few times I've used it, it works.

Do I know you is a great answer lol I'll give it a go if I'm ever in the unfortunate situation again

[Onikage]

Haven't been asked per se, but someone asked to see my gold Yachty before asking "How much are they???" I told him a rough retail price to which he replied "So it's fake." My answer was "I hope not."