There shouldn’t be any corrosion or rust around the serial engraving as Rolex’s very own steel was crafted specifically to prevent such wear. The processes used to engrave counterfeits like ‘acid etching’ or using multiple tiny dot etchings degrades the quality of the final result. Rolex’s iconic Cyclops lens feature is another characteristic that is extremely difficult to replicate and so a fake would either have an out of place Cyclops lens or none at all (but remember some vintage Rolexes and the Sea-Dweller do not have a Cyclops lens, so always check the official sites to see what features the watch should have if you’re not sure).Īs with the font, Rolex engravings are deep, neat and clean, whereas a counterfeit, (if it contains a serial engraving) would exhibit a more rough and unsteady engraving. Rolex creates every watch with extreme accuracy, and so any font that is smudged, illegible, out of place or differing in size are huge indicators that you’re inspecting a fake. ![]() Always focus on features like the dial font, as this is a major tale telling sign. If you’re looking online and cannot view the watch in person, it’s best to ask for some clear photos of the watch so that you can determine whether the watch is real. Just as an example, an original Rolex Stainless Steel Submariner weighs approximately 153 grams, whereas a counterfeit only weighs around 124 grams.Ĭredit: Youtube- the Punisher Imperfect font and features ![]() Inexpensive materials are used to create counterfeit watches, and so the weight would be considerably lighter than an original, and the bracelet would feel slack, hollow and cheap. Yet, if you were to purchase a counterfeit, every penny you have spent or are to spend is wasted and not retained, so it’s important to think before you buy.Īll Rolex watches are either made out of deluxe precious metals (gold and platinum) or high quality materials, including Rolex’s very own stainless steel ‘904L’, a metal uniquely blended to emit a polished finish and withstand corrosion. Not only does it undermine the real talent and authenticity of original brands, but the watches are also constructed using cheap alternative materials.Īt the end of the day the purchase of a luxury watch is not solely made for the purpose of looking good (although that is a large motivator), but is also made with investment purposes in mind. In this guide you’ll learn how to identify a replica Rolex from a real one.Ĭonsciously buying a fake watch from the ‘black market’ (those who deal in counterfeit goods) is not a wise decision to make. We would like to share our knowledge with you in a guide on how to spot a fake Rolex. ![]() You can no longer spot a fake Rolex a mile away and some counterfeits are so good they can only be identified once they have been disassembled.įortunately for you Luxe Watches has almost a decade of industry experience and we pride ourselves on our knowledge, expertise and competence of authenticating luxury watches. Years ago it was quite easy to recognise a fake Rolex watch, but as time has gone by, counterfeits are becoming more sophisticated and harder to spot. However their widespread demand and exclusive price tag has meant the much loved brand has become victim to counterfeit and fake Rolex's. Over the years their value, popularity and affluence has continued to grow and the number of them sold each year is a sign of their quality and desirability. The Rolex brand is widely regarded as one of the most popular and influential watch brands in history.
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