Advisory : Authentication Rolex Watches

[quacker]

If a person is spending say $10k for a Rolex, it is worthwhile paying $107 to satisfy oneself that what you paid for is the real thing.

While it is rather easy to check the watch exterior to ascertain whether it is a fake, unless you are trained in watch repair, it would be rather difficult for a person to check the watch movement. As all of you are aware, there are so many good imitation Rolex watches around and as such many movements such as the ETA and Unitas have been developed to complement the imitation watches. These movements would fit right into an original casing without modification. So, go figure that out.

The only issue with watch authentication is that it takes too long - about half a day.

[ac_wong75]

All boils down to whether you trust the seller/Shop and also the replica nowadays are becoming better. so Having it check out is better than not doing it is the basic advice.
Notwithstanding, there are other places that can do authentication fairly quickly for the same price or less...

[Derick]

I think she is " right ".

Is the price that you paid for is very much lower than others are selling ??

But if, what happen is not authentic or is a stolen good ??

What are you gonna do ?? Or, what are you gonna do to the seller ??

Things had happen happened.

Why open a new watch that you like, leave it "as it is".

Do it next time when servicing. Enjoy it first.

Can show me ??

[hep69music7]

Is there any place to do authentication other any RSC ? As they sometime will take some time to do it !!

[ntrdrag]

lets say you know someone who works at rolex or even a manager, i can assure you that there are more than 10 people here who knows more about rolex than them. go try and test some rolex staff and try to find out if they have the knowledge but before that can happen you should have done your research as well, which you just got yourself free authentication also.

[chris9]

Hi, just to share some info, few years back I bought my sub from a grey dealer.( BNIB)
I put it on a winder and somehow it stop!!!
I was wondering should I send to rolex centre for checking, end of the day I come up a story and and told the lady it's running fast!!!
As there is warrently , the lady took it in for checking and says everything is fine.
From my understanding if there is any fake parts they would not even take it in for checking.
Save some money , if I am not wrong it should be 70 bucks at that time.

[Tawfiq]

I guess end of the day , get the watch verify is better to have a ease of mind.

Play safe then sorry =)

[rogue_trader]

Hi, just to share some info, few years back I bought my sub from a grey dealer.( BNIB)
I put it on a winder and somehow it stop!!!
I was wondering should I send to rolex centre for checking, end of the day I come up a story and and told the lady it's running fast!!!
As there is warrently , the lady took it in for checking and says everything is fine.
From my understanding if there is any fake parts they would not even take it in for checking.
Save some money , if I am not wrong it should be 70 bucks at that time.

This is quite true. And my fren told me that those technicians inside can "determine" if your watch is authentic or not by the weight, movement and winding of your crown. So if your rolex can be "taken in" for checking, imho, it should be quite safe.

[3131T]

I guess end of the day , get the watch verify is better to have a ease of mind.

Play safe then sorry =)

Hi guys, newbie here...

Still not familiar with the search function...

So, wat if one has bought the watch, then send for verification n found its a fake movement or watsoever..., wat can he do?

[huatyy]

Hi guys, is there any other places other than RSC that can do verification? Heard from frens that some shops at Chinatown area are good in this stuff? Any comment?

[Williamquek21]

Hi

Is good to have that authentication paper as added document for future trading

[god2send]

I have come across dealer also send their used rolex for verification.
What about consumer like us.....

[huatyy]

if you feel $107 can have peace of mind, send to rolex center

I heard its better to send in to replace bezel rather than just sending in for authentication. At least get a new bezel. Cause RSC will inspect ur watch and ensure its all original before they do anything to ur watch. That's what I heard not sure if its true. Pls comment..

[eastjavaman]

Hi

Is good to have that authentication paper as added document for future trading

I will want the watch to be re-authenticated rather than using old paper, but at least I can make an offer on price before going to RSC.

[eastjavaman]

I heard its better to send in to replace bezel rather than just sending in for authentication. At least get a new bezel. Cause RSC will inspect ur watch and ensure its all original before they do anything to ur watch. That's what I heard not sure if its true. Pls comment..

Ehhm, replacing bezel is not free. Actually if you cancel servicing (after getting the quote) they will still charge $107, same cost as authenticating, since as you said, they will open up the watch to ensure genuine Rolex prior to servicing.