How do I know my Rolex is genuine?

Many Rolex watches will have a date on the dial of the watch, it's a signature of the brand after all. You can tell merely by brushing your finger over the crystal glass. If the lens (called a cyclops) over the date is convex and feels like a substantial bump, that's a sign you have a legitimate watch.

How can I verify my Rolex?

How do I check a Rolex serial number?

In order to find your Rolex serial number, look on the side of the case between the lugs. These will be found behind the bracelet by the 6 o'clock area. By noting what this 4-8 digit number is that's engraved on every watch by Rolex, it can be determined what the production date is.

How do you know if a watch is real?

Authentic Watches Quality

To identify a fake, look for unfinished edges, improper polish, scratches, and even wrong markings/engravings. Also, check if the watch's clasp/buckle works fine, if the screw down crown works, and whether the watch needles can be guided by the screw that adjusts the time.

How can you tell if a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust is real?

The writing on a counterfeit will frequently have wavy edges, while the writing on a genuine dial should appear to be stamped with precision. The date window on an authentic Rolex Datejust should have a magnification of 2.5x, and be centered over the three o'clock marker.

How to Tell if a Rolex is Real or Fake

Do all Rolex have serial numbers?

Every genuine Rolex has a unique serial number. It will be in one of two places, depending when it was made. If your watch was made before 2005, you'll find its serial number engraved on the case between the lugs (the 'horns' that attach to the bracelet) of the 6 o'clock side.

Does Rolex stamped 18K?

Rolex President bracelets are stamped with hallmarks and other markings including Rolex logo, Geneve, Swiss Made, 18K, bracelet reference number etc on the inside of the folding clasp, as shown below. On the counterfeit bracelet you will notice how marks and markings lose their detail when viewed under magnification.

How much does Rolex authentication cost?

The fees for authentication are S$280 for all brands and S$190 for all modern stainless steel Rolex produced after 1990s. If you need the condition of the watch to be assessed with digital print-out from our timing instruments, the additional fee is S$50.

Do you need papers for a Rolex?

A legal document isn't required for transferring ownership. However, sales receipts and watch documents do help in verifying authenticity and legal ownership. But, a network of dealers transfer many Rolex watches within the secondary market. The watches are in fact authentic and the dealers legally own them.

How much does it cost to get a watch authenticated?

We charge $100 for the verbal authentication, or for an additional $50, we provide a letter with the watch reference details and condition report for personal records and insurance records. This letter will be emailed to you within one business day. You do not need to make an appointment for this service.

How often should a Rolex be serviced?

To guarantee continued accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex recommends that you periodically return your watch to an Official Rolex Retailer or Service Centre for professional servicing. It is recommended to service your Rolex approximately every 10 years depending on the model and real-life usage.

Are fake Rolexes made with real gold?

Counterfeiter's techniques for producing fake timepieces are always evolving and can make the process of buying superior brands such as Rolex confusing and frustrating – especially if you don't know what to look for. Unfortunately, fake watches often times are made out of real precious metals like gold or palladium.

Where is the gold stamp on a Rolex?

The crown discreetly stamped under the lug is a unique Rolex hallmark, certifying that the gold or platinum conforms strictly to official standards.

Does a real Rolex have a green sticker on the back?

Rolex used the green holographic sticker for decades but stopped with them in late 2007. Now, the green holographic Rolex caseback stickers were replaced by a transparent sticker. Therefore, Rolex watches that are dated after 2007 should not have the green sticker on the caseback.

Where does it say 18K on a Rolex?

Most replicated Daytonas carry a 18K stamp on the back on the lugs and “Steelinox” in the bracelet. Rolex does not combine the two. It's one or the other. Same goes for the Day Date President and Datejust replicas.

Do Rolex have writing on the back?

Caseback Engravings

A real Rolex will almost never have engraving on the back. Engravings on the back almost always mean the watch is a forgery.

Should I wear my Rolex everyday?

One of the best things about owning a Rolex watch is wearing it and enjoying it every day. This daily, constant wear is one of the best ways you can care for your watch. While Rolex watches are famous for their durability and robustness, your Rolex will inevitably gain scratches and dings while you wear them.

Whats the cheapest Rolex you can buy?

What Is The Cheapest Rolex. The cheapest Rolex is the 36mm Oyster Perpetual which costs $5,800 MSRP. The Oyster Perpetual is a no date stainless steel sports model that is considered the most affordable or entry level men's Rolex.

Is Rolex service free?

This is if something happens to your Rolex watch and you expect it to be fixed under the Rolex warranty, which means ”free of charge”.

How does eBay authenticate Rolex?

Is it safe to sell Rolex on eBay?

Provide Proof of Authenticity

Although you know that your Rolex is authentic, unfortunately the market is flooded with replicas and many of them are extremely well made. Of course, eBay do not want replica Rolex sellers on their platform and customers do not want to pay Rolex prices for a fake watch.

Is eBay authentication legit watches?

They authenticate “several hundred” watches per day. They open the vast majority of the watches sent for authentication (around 90 percent) and examine new watches with exhibition casebacks through the caseback. But, as eBay says, they do not check watches for accuracy.

How do you prove authenticity on eBay?

After receiving the item, authenticators check it against the listing description, perform a multi-point inspection, and then ship it with a unique authentication NFC tag, NFC card, or QR code sticker.