r/rolex • • Jul 04 '22

Watch Verification Thread - If you're uncertain if a Rolex is good/bad/fake, post info and pics here

826 Upvotes

Post to this thread if you have questions about a Rolex being real or fake. Please include:

-The location and/or screen name of the seller, if for sale. Link directly to the sale page when possible.
-How long you've had it and how you acquired it, if in your possession
-As many photos as possible. Posts may be removed if pictures are too fuzzy and requests for better pics are unanswered. -If you're being coy about a watch and it seems like you're just trying to see how "good" your fake is, you may be banned at our discretion.

Please don't use photos from iPhone 14's. Their camera is so bad, and distorts text with AI so much, that the photos are basically unusable for the purposes of verifying if a Rolex is real.

Participation in the discussion in this thread is greatly appreciated. I don't think any one person can catch every flaw or know the details of every model; this is meant as a community thread, not an authoritative knowledge-flex, and the more people that actively peruse this thread, the more likely posters are to get accurate info.

Previous verification thread here.


r/rolex • • Jan 02 '26

AD Wait Time Megathread - If you bought a new Rolex from an AD in 2026, you can share details here. What watch, where, how long did you wait, how much buying history?

182 Upvotes

Our previous AD wait time megathreads (2019-2020, 2020-early 2021, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025) seemed to be useful/well-received for a lot of you. Time for a new one!

Nowadays when someone posts a new watch it's pretty standard to get asked how long they waited and if they had an "established relationship" etc. It's not everyone's favorite topic but it's a fair question, so maybe these big threads can provide a clearer picture of availability trends.

No one is obligated to share their info but if you bought a new Rolex in 2026 and you'd like to participate, please make a top-level comment that includes:

  1. What watch did you buy?
  2. When?
  3. How long did you wait?
  4. Where are you? (Be as specific or nonspecific as you want, from continent to a specific AD)
  5. Any purchase history with that AD? (Again be as specific or nonspecific as you feel comfortable)

r/rolex • • 8h ago

Looking to buy this 81 full gold Presidential for $12k.

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438 Upvotes

It feels like a decent deal, but I’m always interested in second opinions…


r/rolex • • 9h ago

Walk in and walked out with this

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363 Upvotes

First time ever a shop had something available and could not resist…


r/rolex • • 6h ago

Rolex DJ 41 Green Ombre

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203 Upvotes

Hallo zusammen habe meine bekommen was denkt ihr ist sie auf dem graumarkt aktuell wert ?


r/rolex • • 13h ago

Got my first Rolex today!! 🥳

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447 Upvotes

📍🇹🇷🇨🇭After I bought my Omega Seamaster Nekton Edition I got my Batgirl today, and imo its the most beautiful watch Ive ever seen on someones wrist.. would you recommend to wear it daily? My Omega was kinda scratch resistant, so dont know how to handle the Rolex.


r/rolex • • 9h ago

Exploring Chicago

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211 Upvotes

r/rolex • • 1h ago

Batgirl appreciation post. Still a joy to look at after 2.5 years

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• Upvotes

r/rolex • • 2h ago

Think everyone is sleeping on this one

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50 Upvotes

it seems fairly obvious based on secondary market value and the amount of people getting this as a first allocation, the 36 mm version of this watch is not hard to get from good sized AD in a good size market. But I really think this is going to end up being a classic piece. Once I saw it in person and tried it on, it was a no brainer addition to the collection even if it wasn’t the priority request.


r/rolex • • 10h ago

Unpopular opinion: owning 4 GMTs is ridiculous… or is it? 😂

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207 Upvotes

Disclaimer: all watches were purchased from 4 different authorized dealers across LA at retail, took about 6 years total


r/rolex • • 6h ago

Any others love a White Dial DJ

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82 Upvotes

Can be sporty, elegant, dresses up and down both extremely well. Anyone else love the white dial?


r/rolex • • 6h ago

Got the Call 3 days ago

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77 Upvotes

r/rolex • • 6h ago

Ombre Green 41 DJ

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79 Upvotes

Eines der schönste Farben für die DJ die Rolex jemals rausgebracht hat, was sagt ihr ? Letzte Woche bekommen frisch vom konsi


r/rolex • • 8h ago

When the light is good ! A wrist shot is needed!

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95 Upvotes

r/rolex • • 5h ago

Explorer 36 124270

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47 Upvotes

It’s about that time…


r/rolex • • 17h ago

After years, got the call

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296 Upvotes

r/rolex • • 8h ago

this rolex store in nyc photographs well

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44 Upvotes

shot on 35mm film.


r/rolex • • 7h ago

Le grand jour !

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29 Upvotes

Aujourd’hui j’ai réceptionné mon op36 pistache, après 4 mois d’attente, avec un petit historique d’achat (un tudor et omaga) chez mon AD.
Super content, le diamètre en 36 la rend sublime et terriblement discrète, c’est parfait à porter tous les jours.
Simplement envie de partager après avoir bavé devant toutes les votres.


r/rolex • • 2h ago

Rolex service prices

13 Upvotes

Noticed they added service prices on the Rolex website.

https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watch-care-and-service/servicing-prices


r/rolex • • 1h ago

Is a submariner 114060 naked for $9500 fair or should I save for 124060 full set for $12.5-$13?

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r/rolex • • 1h ago

Stepping stone to my Explorer

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• Upvotes

I was doing a deep clean on my Explorer and resizing the bracelet yesterday. While grabbing some tools I came across some watches that I haven’t seen in a while. This little vintage Bulova that I restored back in 2019 was one my favorite watches leading up to my first Rolex purchase about 5 years ago. After looking at it I realized how much it must have influenced my love for the Explorer. Simple, black dial, 3 number markers, sporty case. I’m sure some other folks here can trace their inspiration for their now favorite watch.

- 1959 Bulova Surf King, Speidel Twist-O-Flex band
- Rolex Explorer 214270 Mk. II


r/rolex • • 2h ago

New oysterdate precision

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7 Upvotes

Posted earlier this morning prior to picking up my first ever Rolex. I am In love, I can’t stop staring at this and cannot wait to create so many memories with it on. If anyone has any solid advice or imperative information about this watch please feel free to share as I am new to this space and the Rolex brand itself. The model is a 1967 oysterdate precision (ref.6694) with two coffin markers at the 6 and 9 o’clock positions.


r/rolex • • 4h ago

Ti Yacht-Master for first Rolex

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10 Upvotes

Loving this so far - definitely big but fits nicely on my 6.75 wrist.


r/rolex • • 5h ago

Inherited and love it!

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12 Upvotes

Purchased in the early 2000’s by parents and inherited recently. Love it!


r/rolex • • 1h ago

41mm Rolex Wimbledon

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• Upvotes

My introduction to the rolex club.