Anyone here have an authentic Mickey Mouse Rolex?

[Marcjvr]

Would love to see pics from any members who own one

[brian628]

Originally Posted by Marcjvr

Would love to see pics from any members who own one

Ditto

Were these factory built and given out as gifts/prizes to employees/friends of the company? Or were they modified aftermarket?

Also, was this a one-time thing or were there multiple versions of them?

Would be interested to know the history of this.

[Old Expat Beast]

As far as I know there are no 'authentic' Rolex MM watches, just authentic Rolex watches with customised/repainted dials.

[Tikandtokalot]

Pretty sure they're all bogus aftermarket jobs not to be discussed.

[OmegaJJH]

Originally Posted by Tikandtokalot

Pretty sure they're all bogus aftermarket jobs not to be discussed.

Why on earth not?

We’re talking genuine watches with aftermarket dial. How is that any different than an aftermarket strap?

Looking forward to seeing what the community has. Lots of fun !!


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[Marcjvr]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

As far as I know there are no 'authentic' Rolex MM watches, just authentic Rolex watches with customised/repainted dials.

That’s why it is fascinating. Sounds like no-one knows for sure and it’s quite possible that Rolex did produce some

“ It has been suggested that all Mickey Mouse dialed Rolex watches are fakes. Well not necessarily fake Rolex watches, but rather real ones that have had aftermarket dials placed in the watch. There is actually some merit to this argument because aftermarket Mickey Mouse Rolexes do exist.

Based on my research however, I would say that it looks very likely that Rolex did have an actual relationship with Disney in mostly the 1960s and 1970s up to the early 1980s. In that time there seems to have been a series of Rolex watches with Mickey on the dial. These appear to be direct homages to the original Ingersoll Mickey Mouse dials.”

https://www.ablogtowatch.com/rolex-o...on-james-list/

[Old Expat Beast]

Ariel wrote that 11 years ago. Still no papers sighted as far as I know.

Maybe ask Rob: www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=636386

[1665fan]

Originally Posted by Tikandtokalot

Pretty sure they're all bogus aftermarket jobs not to be discussed.

+1……they are redial garbage

[OmegaJJH]

Originally Posted by Tikandtokalot

Pretty sure they're all bogus aftermarket jobs not to be discussed.

Originally Posted by 1665fan

+1……they are redial garbage

Why the hate?

It’s nice to talk about something other than waiting lists and Daytona values.

This place has changed so much over the last few years.

Used to be a fantastic area for learning and all who contributed were insightful, positive and helpful. Those who didn’t have anything to say just didn’t post.

Good topic OP. I’m sure far more knowledgeable people will be along soon.

I’d love to see some other examples of logo’s that Rolex have done. (Domino’s/military markings etc)

I’m sure there are some incredibly rare pieces owned by members here who will hopefully share.


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[g00n]

I’ve never seen one in person!

[Texex]

Originally Posted by OmegaJJH

Why the hate?

It’s nice to talk about something other than waiting lists and Daytona values.

This place has changed so much over the last few years.

Used to be a fantastic area for learning and all who contributed were insightful, positive and helpful. Those who didn’t have anything to say just didn’t post.

Good topic OP. I’m sure far more knowledgeable people will be along soon.

I’d love to see some other examples of logo’s that Rolex have done. (Domino’s/military markings etc)

I’m sure there are some incredibly rare pieces owned by members here who will hopefully share.


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Thanks for redirecting this thread in a positive direction James. I too would love to see photos of logo dials owned by TRF members.

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by Texex

Thanks for redirecting this thread in a positive direction James. I too would love to see photos of logo dials owned by TRF members.

Click the link in post #7 above.

[OrangeSport]

Pretty sure they are Rex original (in some cases) as I'm sure they're covered in one of the Rolex books I have.

I'll try and dig out the section.

[Norbert]

Man you new guys are tough. Back in the day, it was nothing to change dials on Rolexes. It was actually a big market back then. No one thought anything of it.

[Tools]

Mine's authentic.

[nosignalbmwdriver]

you trying to enforce a policy or something??

Originally Posted by Tikandtokalot

Pretty sure they're all bogus aftermarket jobs not to be discussed.

[OYptL]

I once met a regional Mgr/officer with McDonald’s corp who was visiting one of his franchisees. We had a conversation away from the counter and I complemented him on his 18K/904 jubilee w/Fluted Rolex DJ. It was a gift from the Corporation for milestones and yrs of service and the the dial was Champagne with a McDonald’s logo on it. It was really nice and pretty sure it wasn’t aftermarket.
So I could see Rolex doing this for any brand.

[fsprow]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

+1……they are redial garbage

As long as an aftermarket dial does not emulate an authentic Rolex dial, I have no problem with it - like putting on a NATO strap.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Tools

Mine's authentic.

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[Tools]

I used to collect Mickey Mouse watches and still have around a half dozen.

I have been to Disneyland hundreds of times back when you could actually do that without mortgaging your home.

I have never seen a Rolex Mickey for sale inside. Although Ingersoll (Timex) and Helbros made most, there are some high-end Mickeys made by Seiko and a few others to include: Lorus, Chopard, Gérald Genta (Bulgari), Bradley, and Fossil..

In California shops outside the park, you could by Rolex and other top-brands with Mickey or Minnie painted on the dials. These are not aftermarket, they are authentic, original dials, just not painted on by either Disney or Rolex.

[OYptL]

Originally Posted by Tools

I used to collect Mickey Mouse watches and still have around a half dozen.

I have been to Disneyland hundreds of times back when you could actually do that without mortgaging your home.

I have never seen a Rolex Mickey for sale inside. Although Ingersoll (Timex) and Helbros made most, there are some high-end Mickeys made by Seiko and a few others to include: Lorus, Chopard, Gérald Genta (Bulgari), Bradley, and Fossil..

In California shops outside the park, you could by Rolex and other top-brands with Mickey or Minnie painted on the dials. These are not aftermarket, they are authentic, original dials, just not painted on by either Disney or Rolex.

My ex has 4-5 that I bought her whenever we went to World. She loves them.

[subdownunder]

Here's a link to some versions

https://www.chrono24.com.au/rolex/da...id23221860.htm

https://www.chrono24.com.au/rolex/ro...id22536884.htm

https://www.chrono24.com.au/rolex/ro...id23133145.htm

https://www.chrono24.com.au/rolex/ro...id23167952.htm

https://www.chrono24.com.au/rolex/ro...id23082042.htm.

[Kevin of Larchmont]

Originally Posted by Marcjvr

These appear to be direct homages to the original Ingersoll Mickey Mouse dials.”

https://www.ablogtowatch.com/rolex-o...on-james-list/

Well I have an original Ingersol Mickey, my first watch, purchased when I was five at the Save-On drugstore in Santa Ana, California in 1967. No one ever argues about its authenticity.

[1665fan]

Originally Posted by Texex

Thanks for redirecting this thread in a positive direction James. I too would love to see photos of logo dials owned by TRF members.

Yes good call…..let’s see some aftermarket dials Rolex never made and let’s all pretend Rolex made them!!!! Fun!

[Cwillis0001]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

+1……they are redial garbage

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Yes good call…..let’s see some aftermarket dials Rolex never made and let’s all pretend Rolex made them!!!! Fun!

Good Lord. You know, just because we use the term "grail watch" doesn't mean that a Rolex is actually the Holy Grail. Who gives a rat's a$$ even if the dials are aftermarket? If the old saying that the man makes the watch has any truth to it, your watch must be a lot of fun at parties..

[1665fan]

Originally Posted by Cwillis0001

Good Lord. You know, just because we use the term "grail watch" doesn't mean that a Rolex is actually the Holy Grail. If the old saying that the man makes the watch has any truth to it, your watch must be a lot of fun at parties..

Hey man if aftermarket is your thing go for it! You can save 40,000$ buying an aftermarket turquoise OP vs the real one…….

[ian.thomas]

ibtl

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by OmegaJJH

Why the hate?

It’s nice to talk about something other than waiting lists and Daytona values.

This place has changed so much over the last few years.

Used to be a fantastic area for learning and all who contributed were insightful, positive and helpful. Those who didn’t have anything to say just didn’t post.

Good topic OP. I’m sure far more knowledgeable people will be along soon.

I’d love to see some other examples of logo’s that Rolex have done. (Domino’s/military markings etc)

I’m sure there are some incredibly rare pieces owned by members here who will hopefully share.


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Agree!


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[Speedbird-1]

There are plenty of 'Mickey Mouse' 'Rolexes' out there.
They're mostly made in China I believe.

[Cwillis0001]

Originally Posted by 1665fan

Hey man if aftermarket is your thing go for it! You can save 40,000$ buying an aftermarket turquoise OP vs the real one…….

I don't pay over retail....