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Old 14 February 2024, 03:20 PM   #1
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Is it ok if the Rolex bracelet is differently brushed?
Is it ok if the Rolex bracelet is differently brushed?
Like one part of the clasp is more flashy than the other, links are also slightly different
Is it ok if the Rolex bracelet is differently polished? Like one part of the clasp is more flashy than the other, links are also slightly different. On the inner part of the clasp, the finish is more coarse and wider and definitely more textured to the touch.
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Old 14 February 2024, 03:22 PM   #2
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Old 14 February 2024, 03:34 PM   #3
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looks the same to me
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Old 14 February 2024, 03:38 PM   #4
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Old 14 February 2024, 03:44 PM   #5
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I don’t see any difference. If it has a different finish, i could be a sign of refinishing by someone. But like I said, I don’t see it in these pictures.
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Old 14 February 2024, 03:57 PM   #6
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I don’t see any difference. If it has a different finish, i could be a sign of refinishing by someone. But like I said, I don’t see it in these pictures.
Bougth from the AD two weeks ago
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:04 PM   #7
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Can’t see it.
One month on the wrist it will not be apparent or you won’t care.
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:14 PM   #8
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:22 PM   #9
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:30 PM   #10
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So what if we tell you the brushing is not up to par with Rolex standards? What will you do? I'm curious. Will you take it in for a warranty repair, or are you asking because you purchased it in the secondary market and are worried it might be a replica?
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:32 PM   #11
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Purchased it from the ad; it is the new ex 40mm, yes, I will bring it to the boutique
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:39 PM   #12
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Purchased it from the ad; it is the new ex 40mm, yes, I will bring it to the boutique
With all due respect, don't be silly. This might sound harsh, but I'm trying to help you avoid embarrassing yourself at the AD.
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Old 14 February 2024, 06:36 PM   #13
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I will bring it to the boutique
They will have difficulties keeping a straight face trying not to offend you.
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Old 14 February 2024, 04:34 PM   #14
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Looks totally normal to me….relax and enjoy
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That looks perfect.
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Old 14 February 2024, 05:19 PM   #17
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I would take it immediately to a local watchmaker to refinish that bracelet. I would not trust in RSC to to that work but a proper local guy could do it. Or you just buy a pack of Scotcbrite heavy duty scrub sponge and do it yourself.
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Old 14 February 2024, 05:25 PM   #18
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is there actually a thing or I'm just trippin'
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is there actually a thing or I'm just trippin'
Yes….trippin’
Your watch looks perfect, totally normal.
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Is it ok if the Rolex bracelet is differently brushed?
You’re not tripping bruh.

Please bring it to the AD and demand a refund at market value and Rolex swag tribute as compensation for wasting your time with such mediocre finishing.

P.S. Please document this mic drop moment via photograph and post in thread so we can vicariously savor a victory against Rolex through you. Thanks
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Old 14 February 2024, 09:29 PM   #22
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There is no issue with the finish on your bracelet. If it is brand new from an AD that is as good as it will ever be.
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I don't see it. Great watch.
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Old 14 February 2024, 10:33 PM   #25
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It looks fine. The polish is consistent.


Because you got it from an AD, and the polish is consistent.
Enjoy your new bracelet.

If you picked the bracelet up from the Grey market or unknown sources, and the polish is consistent.
Enjoy your new bracelet.

If you picked it up from a known Replica site, and the polish is consistent.
Enjoy your new bracelet.


Bottom line.
Enjoy your new bracelet. The polish is consistent.

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Old 14 February 2024, 11:09 PM   #26
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I would definitely return it and ask for a different watch - target a platona!
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