could really use your guys help

[abm82]

hi my name is sandy and my father recently passed away and we are getting ready to sell his things i dont know much about his watch ir if it is real
i live in a small town of paris tenn and took it to a jeweler here and he said it looks real

there are no local rolex dealers to take it
could really use opinions

it does have a small etching in the crystal on the bottom if you look close

band looks a little discolored but still looks gold

opinions would be great

[kilyung]

It's very difficult to assess the watch with such poor detail pictures. Your best bet would be to take it to Little's Jewelers in Jackson, TN. They are the closest Rolex AD to Paris.

[77T]

These guys are right in town beside the medical center.
They'll let you know if it's genuine if you try selling it.

[abm82]

ok thanks
what do you think just by looking at it or you cant tell

[Noriki]

About 15K-18K i guess.

[joe100]

Naw, we will need much better photos to be able to help you...

[Lmbeauleap]

Originally Posted by abm82

ok thanks
what do you think just by looking at it or you cant tell

Honestly I think you should keep and cherish your father's watch forever.

[abm82]

i most likely will keep it just would like to know if i should lock it up or no lol
im waiting on my brother to call me he knows about the watch
all i know is like i said it has a crown etching and when you set the time the second hand stops and when you set the watch and it hits midnight both the day and date change at the same time.
i think this watch is an automatic wind maybe
i dont know much about these

[Lmbeauleap]

Originally Posted by abm82

i most likely will keep it just would like to know if i should lock it up or no lol
im waiting on my brother to call me he knows about the watch
all i know is like i said it has a crown etching and when you set the time the second hand stops and when you set the watch and it hits midnight both the day and date change at the same time.
i think this watch is an automatic wind maybe
i dont know much about these

Lock it up? It's just a watch. Wear it and remember you dad. It's worth the same on your wrist as in a safe. On your wrist will give you a smile.

[floater156]

abm82 should be banned. I don't like new members creating an account just to get an evaluation on a questionable watch with terrible photos. What is "her/his" real motive?

[abm82]

?
i dont understand what you mean floater

[floater156]

Originally Posted by abm82

?
i dont understand what you mean floater

People that create fake Rolex watches will sometimes start these types of posts to see if their product can pass for real from discerning eyes.

[abm82]

well thats definitely not me lol
i dont really know how to take a better picture
i just googled and this site came up first but thanks for being rude

[Lmbeauleap]

IMO it's too soon abm82. Your dad just recently passed. This is a great place. Tell us the story of your dad and how he came to own this classic looking watch. This watch doesn't have a value. It's priceless. Let your kids worry about the value.

[abm82]

my father purchased the watch after he retired in 2009
by brother just called it is a rolex he said but the band was replaced because links were stretched i dont know if this brings down value
my brother said he brought it through an IRS auction for 8,000 and i will be keeping the watch

[A.Sharp]

Ummm, anyone think there are way to many links on the 12oclock side?

[A.Sharp]

But looks pretty real.

[abm82]

my father was a big man so i am sure he did have links added when he put a new band on

[A.Sharp]

Originally Posted by floater156

People that create fake Rolex watches will sometimes start these types of posts to see if their product can pass for real from discerning eyes.

True, and if your wrong? The guys dad just passed man, and this is the first site that pops up. It also takes some time to get aquainted to the Inherint culture here.

I say give the guy a chance. If it pops up in the for sale section, than I will re-evaluate.




Abm sorry for your loss

[A.Sharp]

Originally Posted by abm82

my father purchased the watch after he retired in 2009
by brother just called it is a rolex he said but the band was replaced because links were stretched i dont know if this brings down value
my brother said he brought it through an IRS auction for 8,000 and i will be keeping the watch

Oh wait. In 2009? Yes I see the new clasp, but correct me if I'm wrong, 2009 rolex's DO NOT have green stickers on the back. Instead the serial is at the 6 o'clock in the bezel...true?

[A.Sharp]

...assuming he bought it new

[abm82]

yeah im very sorry if i came off that way like i said i dont know much about these but i would like to learn and stay with the group

[Lmbeauleap]

Originally Posted by abm82

my father purchased the watch after he retired in 2009
by brother just called it is a rolex he said but the band was replaced because links were stretched i dont know if this brings down value
my brother said he brought it through an IRS auction for 8,000 and i will be keeping the watch

Like I said, let your kids worry about that. Wear it and remember him.

[abm82]

serial number is at 6

[A.Sharp]

Take some better pictures, maybe in light with now flash

[abm82]

tomorrow during the day i will take some with my dig cam is there any certain way to take them

[Rock]

I always say give a bloke the benefit of the doubt until you have any evidence to the contrary. Seems credible to me that someone with no experience of watches would expect some friendly assistance from a watch forum - particularly if no local watch authority.
abm - you will no doubt understand that the 'devil is in the detail' and that the level of detail in even a very good digital photo is probably inadequate for a satisfactory diagnosis. Looks good enough to me to keep and then you could take it to an AD when next in a bigger city. Sympathies Re your Dad.

[abm82]

Originally Posted by Rock

I always say give a bloke the benefit of the doubt until you have any evidence to the contrary. Seems credible to me that someone with no experience of watches would expect some friendly assistance from a watch forum - particularly if no local watch authority.
abm - you will no doubt understand that the 'devil is in the detail' and that the level of detail in even a very good digital photo is probably inadequate for a satisfactory diagnosis. Looks good enough to me to keep and then you could take it to an AD when next in a bigger city. Sympathies Re your Dad.

thank you rock
yes i am gonna take it to a dealer right her in town its a pawn shop but someone on here recommended it to me,
im not sure if the band is a real rolex band or not

[cremator]

think we all know where this one is going but lets see

[Andad]

Originally Posted by floater156

People that create fake Rolex watches will sometimes start these types of posts to see if their product can pass for real from discerning eyes.

You need to lighten up or face the consequences.

The OP asked a civil question about his late father's watch.

I looks ok to me but I would need to see it or have it checked out.

I think an apology is in order.