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Old 7 February 2010, 04:33 AM   #91
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MADE IN ENGLAND???? you sir have something rare: It is DOLEX band .... look how crappy the steel looks ... I bet you can scrape off the steel with a razor blade ....it is proably aluminum ... but be careful, it might crack into many pieces ....Look at the crown on the bracelet: 4 marks on the crown ...It is screaming "FAKE!!!!" ... I thought the crown had 5 .....it just doesn't have the steel finish/look .... I seriously doubt it is steel ....
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the MADE IN ENGLAND is disturbing .... it should say SWISS MADE, at the least ...could be an aftermarket item...look at the crown on the clasp .... it is going overboard and it has 4 lines .... rolex crowns have 5 lines ....
Afraid you have very little knowledge about Rolex or about the history of Rolex Watch Company in general.Bracelets were made in the UK the USA and even Mexico at one time.And if you do not know anything about the subject of said bracelet why reply.And the main reason they were made in these countries was get over the tax imports etc.

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ok folks ... if people start telling me that rolex outsourced its bracelets to mexico or south america or whatever country other than switxerland, then I am gonna run the other way ... I thought ROLEX was 100% swiss made ...it is just a red flag for those of us who do not know the history too well ....
But in all the rolex books I have read, I never came across this outsourcing....it is news to me .... but I have to see it documented somewhere to believe it, otherwise it is a red flag ...
Cannot understand why what difference would it make where it was made.But some people wear a watch and not only a brand and at one time a lot of the gold cases and bracelets were made in England.


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MADE IN ENGLAND???? you sir have something rare: It is DOLEX band .... look how crappy the steel looks ... I bet you can scrape off the steel with a razor blade ....it is proably aluminum ... but be careful, it might crack into many pieces ....Look at the crown on the bracelet: 4 marks on the crown ...It is screaming "FAKE!!!!" ... I thought the crown had 5 .....it just doesn't have the steel finish/look .... I seriously doubt it is steel ....
I will suggest unless you have any knowledge on the posters subject, or anything about the subject topic. About Rolex or otherwise if you dont know for sure don't reply with your negative replies.
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Old 7 February 2010, 04:37 AM   #92
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"yes, i see where I was wrong on the crown ... i appologize for that ...
Now if you can find it documented that bracelets were made somewhere else othre than sitwzerland, then that would seal the case that I rushed to judgement ..... but it has to be documented .....

I had no ill intentions ... it is jst that somethings raised my eyebrows ....

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it's not that you were wrong, you were so wrong, with such arrogance and rudeness!

Now you want documents to prove what others, who clearly know more are saying... do you not see how your posts sound and look to us?!

Just let Mike enjoy his find and discuss it with people who know what they are talking about. I don't think he needs to prove it's value or authenticity to you ("now if you can find it documented...")... he isn't trying to sell it to you or take a loan from you.

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Old 7 February 2010, 04:41 AM   #93
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Afraid you have very little knowledge about Rolex or about the history of Rolex Watch Company in general.Bracelets were made in the UK the USA and even Mexico at one time.And if you do not know anything about the subject of said bracelet why reply.And the main reason they were made in these countries was get over the tax imports etc.


Cannot understand why what difference would it make where it was made.But some people wear a watch and not only a brand and at one time a lot of the gold cases and bracelets were made in England.




I will suggest unless you have any knowledge on the posters subject, or anything about the subject topic. About Rolex or otherwise if you dont know for sure don't reply with your negative replies.

Love it when you get excited Padi.
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Old 7 February 2010, 04:42 AM   #94
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Great thread- the post about the gent with four fingers was when I finally split my coffee on the keyboard!
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Old 7 February 2010, 04:45 AM   #95
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OK! I think it's time we all joined hands and sang... come on... everybody now... don't be shy.....

"Kum By Ya My Lord!... Kum by Ya..."


Mike, that is an extremely interesting band! But.... I'm sorry to tell you it's completey worthless. TELL YOU WHAT I'M GOING TO DO.. I'll send you 10 bucks for it right now, sight unseen, so it won't be a total loss... Oh heck Mike, you're a nice guy, I'll even pay for the postage...

No, no need to thank me... just trying to help out a fellow TRFer...

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Old 7 February 2010, 04:45 AM   #96
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Great thread- the post about the gent with four fingers was when I finally split my coffee on the keyboard!
I have four fingers, and a thumb.

I know this cuz I used my other hand to count them!
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Old 7 February 2010, 04:46 AM   #97
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Great thread- the post about the gent with four fingers was when I finally split my coffee on the keyboard!
X2!

Although we shouldn't really make fun of a person with a physical handicap... ()
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Old 7 February 2010, 04:53 AM   #98
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Nobody found it yet ? It is indeed Birmingham and it was made by E. J. Clewley and Co .
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Old 7 February 2010, 04:54 AM   #99
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If you count four fingers, which one is in the middle?

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Old 7 February 2010, 04:55 AM   #100
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Nobody found it yet ? It is indeed Birmingham and it was made by E. J. Clewley and Co .

Did you just wake up....RTFT.
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Old 7 February 2010, 05:05 AM   #101
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Hmm.. if we go by this "four finger" formula- I've just realized I've only got one leg!
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Old 7 February 2010, 05:10 AM   #102
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How about open up Dowling & Hess's book and go to page 309?

Enough document for you or shall I have Jeff Hess send you a sworn statement?
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rolexsubdate, I don't usually make comments on other posts but I think what people have a problem with is the way you attacked the OP. It's obviously ok to disagree with someone but I don't think folks here on TRF like to be "interrogated". But that's just my opinion.
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Old 7 February 2010, 05:13 AM   #103
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the MADE IN ENGLAND is disturbing .... it should say SWISS MADE, at the least ...could be an aftermarket item...look at the crown on the clasp .... it is going overboard and it has 4 lines .... rolex crowns have 5 lines ....
just STOP...you have no clue what you are talking about..
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just STOP...you have no clue what you are talking about..

Justin buddy, he stopped a long time ago and left with his tail between his legs without even a goodby.
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Old 7 February 2010, 05:16 AM   #105
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Even tho this thread is no longer about the 9ct Birmingham WAB bracelet that I found in my gold melt bag, here is another photo with a white correct white balance.

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Ok Mike, you have convinced me, where do I send the $100?
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Old 7 February 2010, 05:18 AM   #107
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just STOP...you have no clue what you are talking about..
Thanks Justin, you took the words outta my mouth......Yes STOP!!!!!!! I have said this before about you and your somewhat skewed opinion on just about everything posted here on this forum. You have nothing nice ever to say about anybody or anything and are quick to pop you little nose in and make some sort of asinine comment. KEEP THEM TO YOURSELF! No one wants to listen to your little rants.
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Nice Pic Mike.... too bad it's worthless.... 10 bucks! 10 bucks right now sight unseen! What do you say?
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Justin buddy, he stopped a long time ago and left with his tail between his legs without even a goodby.
Well, he should be wearing his ba11$ as a hat!!!! This guy pisses me off to no avail!!!
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Even tho this thread is no longer about the 9ct Birmingham WAB bracelet that I found in my gold melt bag, here is another photo with a white correct white balance.

Mike
Hey Mike, would you mind terribly if I pawed thru the rest of the stuff in that there bag???

I'm just sayin...
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Hmm.. if we go by this "four finger" formula- I've just realized I've only got one leg!



Rokosh, I'm.. I'm sorry...


I had no idea we has SO MANY physically challenged members here on TRF!
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Nice Pic Mike.... too bad it's worthless.... 10 bucks! 10 bucks right now sight unseen! What do you say?


Easy there Paul, first you have to prove you really have the funds.
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Did you just wake up....RTFT.
NO , have been awake for quite a while , however I just come in after a rather lengthily lunch with enough glorified grape juice to knock an elephant from the Moscow zoo . Sorry I did overlook the relevant post . Thank you for pointing that out .... good night to all .
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NO , have been awake for quite a while , however I just come in after a rather lengthily lunch with enough glorified grape juice to knock an elephant from the Moscow zoo . Sorry I did overlook the relevant post . Thank you for pointing that out .... good night to all .

Good night pal.


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Easy there Paul, first you have to prove you really have the funds.

SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!


LEO! I'm trying to pull something here!
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SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!


LEO! I'm trying to pull something here!

I know, it's not the first time.
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No... no definitely not....
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SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!


LEO! I'm trying to pull something here!
That cannot be the easiest of things with that mug .. good luck .
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That cannot be the easiest of things with that mug .. good luck .
Go to bed Tristan!
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Those are indentations you blind numbnuts!

OOOH>>>>> Name calling ...... Where are the moderators????

I didn't call anyone names .... I was mistaken with the product and I admitted my mistake ......

Your maturity comes shining through my friend!!!
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