What are the features to look out for when buying a new Rolex? How do I differentiate fake from original?
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Even a Rolex expert may not be able to recognise a well-made fake without being given the chance to carefully examine it. As a second hand buyer, you should only buy from a reputable source and maybe even bring somebody along who knows about Rolex watches. Most fakes have movements that are significantly different but even that is not necessarily the case. You would have to compare the finishing of many different features with those of a real Rolex to see the differences. Basically, buy new. There is not much to be gained by buying second hand, given the usual resale value of real Rolex. If it is a bargain, it is probably a fake.
Rolexes are so often faked I would strongly encourage you to meet the seller at an authorized dealer or at least a good watch shop and have a professional verify it. There are some very good fakes out there. What I look for on a Rolex to see if it’s fake:
Feel the crystal. Is it cool to the touch? Then it’s sapphire. Is it warm? It’s acrylic. I think all Rolexes are sapphire but that may not have always been true. The cyclops. Does it have a cyclops over the date? If the alignment isn’t perfect, walk away. The crown etched in the crystal at 6:00 this is a new feature so its absence isn’t a deal breaker. It may also raise questions about if they watch has been serviced and by who. Look at the printing on the dial. Is it crisp and perfect? If it’s not. Walk away. Laser etching inside the bezel. If the model should have it, look at it. If it isn’t perfect and amazing looking. Run. Wind it a few twists. Feel smooth? If not. It could be a fake. It might also need serviced.