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stranden93 · 13 November 2015, 05:10 AM

Hello,

I am really considering buying this watch off a friends friend!

Does it look legit to you?
Comes without box and papers

stranden93 · 13 November 2015, 05:47 AM

b

Etschell · 13 November 2015, 05:52 AM

i believe it is a fake. dont like the inner edges of the crown guards or the clasp buckle. the rehaut looks out of whack as well. dial font is wrong.

it may be a franken that has a genuine bezel insert (yes they got this far).

i could be wrong and it may be over polished but i dont like it. i would pass.

here is one example

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USMC034L · 13 November 2015, 05:52 AM

I'll let some more experts chime in here, but something isn't sitting well with me. Something seems off with the end link (SEL fit) as it doesn't seem sharp and precise, and the cuts on the flip lock on the clasp aren't completely straight and smooth as they should be. Just my .02 cents though.

USMC034L · 13 November 2015, 05:53 AM

Also wanted to add in that I'm seeing a lot of glare off that crystals' cyclops. Should be AR'd up, and although you'd still see some glare from certain angles, that looks a bit too pronounced to me.

the_Hunter · 13 November 2015, 05:56 AM

Looks clean to me, but im not an expert and they make good fakes. I would make sure all the paperwork matches and take it to an AD you trust to verify. Is the AD on the warranty card local?

Abdullasaif · 13 November 2015, 05:59 AM

Is that a crack on the 5 minute mark on the bezel, the dates magnification doesn't look right. I would pass on this wouldn't bother

Sublover2166 · 13 November 2015, 05:59 AM

Clasp looks like junk compared to mine.

the_Hunter · 13 November 2015, 05:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by USMC034L

I'll let some more experts chime in here, but something isn't sitting well with me. Something seems off with the end link (SEL fit) as it doesn't seem sharp and precise, and the cuts on the flip lock on the clasp aren't completely straight and smooth as they should be. Just my .02 cents though.

Now that you are saying that the clasp does look off. To much spacing on the flip lock as well as what was mentioned above.

USMC034L · 13 November 2015, 05:59 AM

I'm with Etschell here, he pointed out the same things I noticed so that tells me something is up. Also, notice the thumbnail groove where you open the fliplock. It's shaped incorrectly and not as deep as the real deal. Definitely pass.

DrySub · 13 November 2015, 06:00 AM

One thing you might try is to take down the serial number there in the rehaut, and enter it in a Google search box. Many of the fakes will have the same serial number, and people talk about it on various forums.

My observation matches the others, mainly in that the end link fit is sloppy in those pics.

Etschell · 13 November 2015, 06:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrySub

One thing you might try is to take down the serial number there in the rehaut, and enter it in a Google search box. Many of the fakes will have the same serial number, and people talk about it on various forums.

My observation matches the others, mainly in that the end link fit is sloppy in those pics.

definitely has more space than real fit.

Toaster · 13 November 2015, 06:07 AM

If a friend, perhaps visit an ad and get it checked?

Sent from my VS876 using Tapatalk

johneh · 13 November 2015, 06:25 AM

Fake. There's a whole load of things that are wrong with it. Clasp, SEL fit, fliplock cover, cracked bezel, and probably more that we can't see.

Bfd70 · 13 November 2015, 07:04 AM

Even a good deal is a lot of money. Take it and have it authenticated.

Lordofrolex · 13 November 2015, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by the_Hunter

Looks clean to me, but im not an expert and they make good fakes. I would make sure all the paperwork matches and take it to an AD you trust to verify. Is the AD on the warranty card local?

He already said it doesn't come with box and papers

occb2 · 13 November 2015, 07:43 AM

Got the fact it doesn't come with box and papers but take it to get check at a AD. A few things you can do, fakes have almost everything down but how to adjust the time. The good fakes use ETA movements. So they beat at 28,800 like a rolex. They hack when you pull the crown out and they wind very similar and the date snaps at 12 AM. One thing they have not got down is the had adjustments. ETA hands adjust opposite as newer rolex movements. Since the 3035 when you adjust the hands on a rolex clockwise you spin the crown clock wise and to opposite you move opposite. On the ETA when you adjust the hands clock wise an ETA fake with go forward. I hear there are movements out there now better than the ETA's so that is just one way. Alway get it checked at a AD. First if it is to good, could be stolen too. Good luck brother.

DeeTee · 13 November 2015, 07:55 AM

It looks good to me honestly. The way I typically check for a fake ceramic model is running my finger on the insert. The aftermarket inserts are printed on versus being blasted/embossed with white gold.

DeeTee · 13 November 2015, 07:58 AM

Ohhh, I see what you guys are mentioning on the clasp. Still it's a DAMN good fake.

Etschell · 13 November 2015, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by [email protected]

It looks good to me honestly. The way I typically check for a fake ceramic model is running my finger on the insert. The aftermarket inserts are printed on versus being blasted/embossed with white gold.

You are wrong. They are cut and are ceramic.

freefly · 13 November 2015, 04:23 PM

It's garbage.

AU_911tt · 13 November 2015, 11:41 PM

Its a fake, the clasp is one of the most noticeable tells. It is a good fake though. Could fool a lot of people at a quick glance.

switi · 15 November 2015, 03:13 PM

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AbsolutelyROLEX! · 16 November 2015, 06:18 AM

Definite fake stay away

fitzs · 16 November 2015, 12:16 PM

Tell that friend of a friend to shove it. He's trying to pull one on you.

freefly · 16 November 2015, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fitzs

Tell that friend of a friend to shove it. He's trying to pull one on you.

Actually, I think it's the OP who is pulling one on us (yet another clown trying to see if their fakes pass the "TRF test"). He posted a while back about another 116610 he was "thinking of buying" that was clearly a fake:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=420913

Gee, what a coincidence!

subtona · 16 November 2015, 02:14 PM

Thinking of responding, is this post legit?

red1108nyc · 16 November 2015, 02:33 PM

Looks fake.

fitzs · 16 November 2015, 10:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freefly

Actually, I think it's the OP who is pulling one on us (yet another clown trying to see if their fakes pass the "TRF test"). He posted a while back about another 116610 he was "thinking of buying" that was clearly a fake:
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=420913

Gee, what a coincidence!

Yikes. Glad to see we've helped the other team out.

Old Expat Beast · 16 November 2015, 11:34 PM

Two fakes posted with zero comments thereafter. Game over.

13 November 2015, 05:10 AM	#1
stranden93 Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: denmark Posts: 3	Really considering buying this, a little too cheap though, legit check! Hello, I am really considering buying this watch off a friends friend! Does it look legit to you? Comes without box and papers Attached Images

13 November 2015, 05:52 AM	#3
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	i believe it is a fake. dont like the inner edges of the crown guards or the clasp buckle. the rehaut looks out of whack as well. dial font is wrong. it may be a franken that has a genuine bezel insert (yes they got this far). i could be wrong and it may be over polished but i dont like it. i would pass. here is one example versus a real glidelock

13 November 2015, 05:56 AM	#6
the_Hunter "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: Dallas, Tx Watch: Pepsi Posts: 659	Looks clean to me, but im not an expert and they make good fakes. I would make sure all the paperwork matches and take it to an AD you trust to verify. Is the AD on the warranty card local? __________________ Instagram: MR.HGB03

13 November 2015, 06:25 AM	#14
johneh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Real Name: John Location: Toronto Watch: 214270 Posts: 721	Fake. There's a whole load of things that are wrong with it. Clasp, SEL fit, fliplock cover, cracked bezel, and probably more that we can't see. __________________ instagram: jaschtag

16 November 2015, 06:18 AM	#24
AbsolutelyROLEX! "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Andy Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: AKA: ANDERL712000 Posts: 4,935	Definite fake stay away __________________ We want to be the first in the field and Rolex should be seen as the one and only-the best. Hans Wilsdorf, Rolex founder

13 November 2015, 05:47 AM	#2
stranden93 Banned Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: denmark Posts: 3	b

13 November 2015, 05:52 AM	#4
USMC034L "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Dustin Location: San Antonio, TX Watch: Subs, GMT, DJ, PAM Posts: 148	I'll let some more experts chime in here, but something isn't sitting well with me. Something seems off with the end link (SEL fit) as it doesn't seem sharp and precise, and the cuts on the flip lock on the clasp aren't completely straight and smooth as they should be. Just my .02 cents though.

13 November 2015, 05:53 AM	#5
USMC034L "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Dustin Location: San Antonio, TX Watch: Subs, GMT, DJ, PAM Posts: 148	Also wanted to add in that I'm seeing a lot of glare off that crystals' cyclops. Should be AR'd up, and although you'd still see some glare from certain angles, that looks a bit too pronounced to me.

13 November 2015, 05:59 AM	#7
Abdullasaif "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Dubai Watch: bipolar Posts: 2,854	Is that a crack on the 5 minute mark on the bezel, the dates magnification doesn't look right. I would pass on this wouldn't bother

13 November 2015, 05:59 AM	#8
Sublover2166 Banned Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: John Location: Manassas,Virginia Watch: Ol'Bluesy & Hulk Posts: 2,871	Clasp looks like junk compared to mine.

13 November 2015, 06:00 AM	#11
DrySub "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 239	One thing you might try is to take down the serial number there in the rehaut, and enter it in a Google search box. Many of the fakes will have the same serial number, and people talk about it on various forums. My observation matches the others, mainly in that the end link fit is sloppy in those pics.

13 November 2015, 06:07 AM	#13
Toaster "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: US Watch: Exp II 1655 Posts: 190	If a friend, perhaps visit an ad and get it checked? Sent from my VS876 using Tapatalk

13 November 2015, 07:04 AM	#15
Bfd70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 893	Even a good deal is a lot of money. Take it and have it authenticated.

13 November 2015, 07:43 AM	#17
occb2 Banned Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Robert Location: New York Watch: Submariner 16610 Posts: 321	Got the fact it doesn't come with box and papers but take it to get check at a AD. A few things you can do, fakes have almost everything down but how to adjust the time. The good fakes use ETA movements. So they beat at 28,800 like a rolex. They hack when you pull the crown out and they wind very similar and the date snaps at 12 AM. One thing they have not got down is the had adjustments. ETA hands adjust opposite as newer rolex movements. Since the 3035 when you adjust the hands on a rolex clockwise you spin the crown clock wise and to opposite you move opposite. On the ETA when you adjust the hands clock wise an ETA fake with go forward. I hear there are movements out there now better than the ETA's so that is just one way. Alway get it checked at a AD. First if it is to good, could be stolen too. Good luck brother.

13 November 2015, 07:55 AM	#18
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,978	It looks good to me honestly. The way I typically check for a fake ceramic model is running my finger on the insert. The aftermarket inserts are printed on versus being blasted/embossed with white gold.

13 November 2015, 07:58 AM	#19
DeeTee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Netflix Posts: 3,978	Ohhh, I see what you guys are mentioning on the clasp. Still it's a DAMN good fake.

13 November 2015, 04:23 PM	#21
freefly "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Eric Location: AZ Watch: 4&5-digit Sub/GMTs Posts: 1,974	It's garbage.

13 November 2015, 11:41 PM	#22
AU_911tt ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Chase Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 20,525	Its a fake, the clasp is one of the most noticeable tells. It is a good fake though. Could fool a lot of people at a quick glance.

15 November 2015, 03:13 PM	#23
switi "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 23	noob v5 replica j12 bracelet

16 November 2015, 12:16 PM	#25
fitzs Banned Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: USA Watch: SKX009, 16570 T<25 Posts: 122	Tell that friend of a friend to shove it. He's trying to pull one on you.

16 November 2015, 02:14 PM	#27
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 26,597	Thinking of responding, is this post legit? __________________

16 November 2015, 02:33 PM	#28
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	Looks fake.

16 November 2015, 11:34 PM	#30
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,822	Two fakes posted with zero comments thereafter. Game over.

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