Contents Method 1: Check for major defects 1. Listen to the "tick" sound of the pointer moving. 2. Check how smoothly the second hand moves. 3. Check the authenticity of the convex lens above the date. 4. Gently pull out the watch handle, and then change the date by turning the hands back. 5. Weigh the importance. 6. Check whether the watch cover is transparent. 7. Check non-metallic parts. 8. Check the waterproofness. 9. After trying all methods, if you are still not sure, then find an authentic Rolex watch of the same model to compare. Method 2: Check details 1. Check the serial number. 2. Check the crown mark at number 6. 3. Check the text on the inner edge of the dial. 4. Observe the large logo on the dial. 5. Observe the accuracy of the text on the dial. Method 3: Determine the reliability of the retailer 1. Pay attention to packaging of inferior quality. 2. Pay attention to low-end stores. 3. Watch out for low prices. 4. If you are still not sure after the above considerations, go and have it appraised by an experienced jeweler. 5. This is the whole process. For people with a certain financial strength, Rolex watches are definitely the perfect symbol of elegance and sophistication. But precisely because it is so popular, the market is flooded with all kinds of fake Rolex watches. Some imitations have reached the point where they can be confused with the real ones, but as long as you master some essentials, it is not impossible to distinguish the real products from the fake ones. As for some high-level imitations, it may be necessary to ask professionals to identify them. This guide will give you some practical tips for distinguishing between real and fake Rolex watches.

Method 1: Check for major defects

1. Listen to the "tick" sound of the pointer moving. The second hand of an ordinary watch usually moves with a pause, stopping on one number and then suddenly jumping to the next number. If you listen carefully, you'll hear a slight "ticking" sound as it moves. But the second hand of Rolex watches (and other high-end watches) moves almost perfectly smoothly. Because of this, Rolex watches do not make a "ticking" sound. So if the watch on your hand makes a "ticking" sound, it must be a fake watch.

2. Check how smoothly the second hand moves. As mentioned above, the second hand of a Rolex watch moves very smoothly across the surface, rather than jumping stiffly from one number to the next like an ordinary watch. Please observe your watch carefully. Can the second hand draw a complete circle on the surface smoothly and freely? Or is it going to be fast and slow, or even stop and go? If the second hand moves a little sluggishly, it means that the watch you have is probably a fake watch. In fact, if you look very carefully, you will find that the second hand of a Rolex watch does not move absolutely perfectly and smoothly. Many models of watches move 8 times per second, and some are even lower than 8 times. However, such speed is generally difficult to detect with the naked eye, so its second hand still seems to move very coherently.

3. Check the authenticity of the convex lens above the date. Many (but not all) Rolex watches have a dial or a small convex window that displays the date. This part is usually on the right side of the face, near the number 3. In order to allow customers to see it more clearly, Rolex watches usually have a convex lens (sometimes called "cyclops") on the date. This part is difficult to fake, so many fake watches will pretend to have a "convex lens" on it, but if you look closely, you will find that it is just ordinary glass. If you find that the date does not look magnified, then it may be a fake watch. An authentic Rolex watch will enlarge the date 2.5 times, and the enlarged numbers will almost occupy the entire small window. Some fake watches will also have a magnification effect, but it usually cannot fill the entire window.

4. Gently pull out the watch handle, and then change the date by turning the hands back. When the hour hand reaches six o'clock, the date will change to the previous day's number instead of twelve o'clock. This is almost inimitable. If not, then it may be a fake watch.

5. Weigh the importance.

Authentic Rolex watches are made of precious metals and crystals, so they weigh more heavily. Whether you hold it in your hand or wear it on your wrist, you will feel its solidity and weight. If the watch in your hand is relatively light, it means that it is not the highest-end product. It either lacks the precious metals commonly used in Rolex watches, or the parts have been replaced with low-grade materials.

6. Check whether the watch cover is transparent. Some fake Rolex watches will make the back transparent so that you can see the structure inside. Some transparent watch covers have metal covers on them, and some do not. But in fact, Rolex has never produced a watch with a transparent cover, so any watch with this feature is fake. Of course, there are a few Rolex watches with transparent backs, but these watches are all samples for display. Some people think that counterfeiters expose the structure of watches because they want to confuse ignorant consumers. Inexperienced consumers will naturally be attracted to the inside of a well-constructed watch and relax their vigilance about the authenticity of the watch.

7. Check non-metallic parts. Turn the watch over and see if the cover is made of high-quality metal that is shiny and traceless. Unless the strap is leather, it must be high-quality metal. If you see any parts on a watch made of thin, cheap metal like plastic or aluminum, it’s a fake. The presence of non-precious metal parts is a sign of cutting corners during the manufacturing process of fakes. Real Rolex watches are made of the highest quality materials, and there will never be any cutting of corners in any watch. In addition, if some watch covers appear to be made of metal, but when you open them and find that the inside is plastic, then such a watch is not authentic.

8. Check the waterproofness. Another reliable way to detect counterfeiting is to check whether the watch is waterproof. All Rolex watches are perfectly sealed, so if you find even a little leakage, your watch is fake. You can pour a glass of water, put the watch in it and soak it for a few seconds, then take it out. An authentic Rolex watch can work normally, and not a drop of water will seep into the dial; otherwise, your watch is a fake. Obviously, if you have a fake watch, such a waterproof test will definitely damage or even damage the watch. Once a watch is damaged, it will have to be repaired by a professional watchmaker. If it cannot be repaired, you will have to buy a new one, so if you don't dare to take this risk, then try other methods.

Note that the Submariner is the only Rolex watch that can be used in diving situations. Although other Rolex watches can also be worn in the shower or swimming, if the water conditions are more complex, , these watches will also seep water.

9. After trying all methods, if you are still not sure, then find an authentic Rolex watch of the same model for comparison. Rolex’s official website has records of all the watches it produces, with multiple pictures for each model. Find a Rolex watch of the same model as yours on the official website, and then compare the appearance of the two watches with reference pictures. When observing, pay special attention to the dial to see if all parts are in the same position; if there is a stopwatch or date dial, also check whether the positions are consistent; finally, check whether the numbers and text on the surface are the same. As long as there is a slight difference, your watch may be a fake, because Rolex watches are famous for their excellent workmanship, and obvious quality problems rarely occur.

Method 2: Check details

1. Check the serial number. Some fake watches have a very high degree of imitation and are difficult to distinguish from real watches. For this kind of watch, you have to pay attention to every seemingly inconspicuous detail, and these details are usually also the difficulty in counterfeiting. The first step is to check the serial number of the watch. To see the serial number, you must first remove the strap. You can find a thumbtack or something of similar size and poke in both ends of the bolt that secures the strap to the dial. If you are worried about dismantling it yourself, you can also ask a watchmaker to help you dismantle it. After removing it, you can find the serial number in the middle of the two lugs below the number 6. The text in the serial number should be perfectly clear and well-lined.

Some counterfeiters will use acid etching to engrave these words, so that the engraved words will have a very rough feeling under a magnifying glass.

Between the two lugs on the opposite side, there is another string of text. This is the product number. In addition, it is also marked with the words "ORIG ROLEX DESIGN".

You can use the serial number to find out the date of manufacture of the watch. There are many resources () on the Internet to check the serial number.

2. Check the crown mark at number 6. Rolex has engraved the Crown trademark on its crystal dials since the early 21st century. Use an ordinary magnifying glass or a jeweler's magnifying glass to observe the area under the number 6 on the dial, and you can see the Rolex crown trademark. In addition, the back cover also has the same logo, but it is much larger than the one on the dial. The small trademark engraved on the dial is difficult to observe with the naked eye, but if you can shine a light on the dial from a certain angle, it will be easier to see. Some counterfeiters also try to fake this feature, but it is still very difficult to achieve the level of detail of an authentic Rolex. If the crown logo on the dial is large enough to be easily seen with the naked eye, then the watch is most likely fake.

3. Check the text on the inner edge of the dial. Another feature of an authentic Rolex watch is that there is a circle of text engraved on the edge of the dial. These words also require a magnifying glass to see clearly. The engraving on a genuine watch should be fine and smooth without any flaws. In addition, the words on the metal edge must be engraved. If you find that they are printed, it must be a fake watch. It should be noted that Rolex Oyster series watches will definitely have these engravings, but Cellini series watches may not have such engravings due to their non-mainstream styles (such as rectangular dials).

4. Observe the large trademark on the dial. Almost all (but not all) Rolex watches will have a crown logo above the number 12. If you look closely with a magnifying glass, some fakes will show their flaws. For an authentic watch, the crown logo must be made of high-grade metal. The dots on the crown tips should be raised, and the crown edge should exude a different metallic luster than its interior. If the crown logo on your watch looks shoddy or flat under a magnifying glass, that means it's rather rough in workmanship and therefore probably a fake.

5. Observe the accuracy of the text on the dial. Rolex watches are known for their perfect workmanship, so even flaws that are difficult to detect with the naked eye will reveal that your watch is not an authentic Rolex. Please use an ordinary magnifying glass or a jeweler's magnifying glass to observe the words on the surface. Each word should be composed of straight curves and smooth arcs, and the distance between every two words should be strictly equal. And if you find any unevenness or stains on the text, it means that these words are probably made using low-end printing technology and are not genuine Rolex works. It is worth noting that if there are any spelling errors in the text, it can also be concluded that it is a fake watch.

Method 3: Determine the reliability of the retailer

1. Pay attention to packaging of inferior quality. From products to packaging, everything about Rolex should be elegant, noble and perfect. A genuine Rolex watch comes in a jewelry box, which contains a watch pad for placing and displaying the watch, and a small piece of cloth for wiping. The packaging should also have the Rolex word and trademark printed on it, and a warranty with the instruction manual should be placed with the watch. If your package is missing any of the above, your watch is not authentic. Buying a watch from a street stall is irrational in itself. The watches there are not packaged at all, let alone authentic.

2. Pay attention to low-end stores. When buying a Rolex watch, you need to have some common sense. First of all, well-known jewelry stores or watch shops are definitely much more reliable than roadside stalls. Secondly, a Rolex watch usually costs tens of thousands of yuan, so those who sell Rolex watches must be merchants with the ability to operate legal stores. If you are not sure whether a certain store is reliable, you can go to the Rolex website to check for certified retailers.

Pawn shops are a mixed bag—you can get a real watch or a fake one because of the mix of people who pawn items. Some pawn shops are more responsible and will not sell you fake watches as real watches, while other pawn shops will just turn a blind eye to fakes. If you're not sure about the reliability of a particular pawn shop, go online and read other people's reviews and feedback about it.

3. Watch out for low prices. When buying a Rolex, be sure to remember the saying “cheap and genuine”. Rolex watches are well-made, near-perfect luxury goods and therefore never cheap. The most expensive Rolex watch in the world sells for millions of dollars, and even the cheapest model costs thousands of dollars. If someone is willing to sell you a Rolex for a few hundred yuan, then no matter how the other person explains it, you can conclude that either the watch has quality problems or it is a fake. Don't listen to the rhetoric of fake people. If someone tells you that he happened to pick up this watch, or someone else gave him this watch, so he sold it cheaply, you must not pay attention to him. When buying a luxury product like a Rolex, don’t expect to get a bargain.

4. If you are still unsure after the above considerations, go there and have it appraised by an experienced jeweler. Sometimes, even if you master the essentials, you may not be able to tell the difference between authenticity and fakeness. In this case, have it appraised by an experienced and reliable jeweler or watchmaker. They can usually see things that ordinary people cannot. Clues. Of course, if you have an acquaintance in this industry, he may be able to do an appraisal for you for free. Otherwise, you will have to pay for an appraisal. Although the appraisal fee is not cheap, it is compared to the money spent on buying a Rolex. It’s nothing. For example, some jewelry appraisers charge thousands of dollars per hour. In this case, you'd better check multiple items at once, which is more cost-effective.

Regarding the charging of appraisals, you can only accept charging by the hour, by the number of pieces, or by charging a fixed fee for a fixed time. Never accept charging by multiplying the value of the jewelry by a percentage. , because this is blatant blackmail.

5. This is the whole process.

Tips: You can also take the watch to the Rolex manufacturer for appraisal.

Search for your product model and serial number on Google, then compare the features with similar watches.

If the watch packaging box looks like cardboard instead of wood, and the watch pad looks like it is made of low-quality leather, it is probably fake.

Pay attention to the person who sells you a watch. If the person says that it was bought abroad or given as a gift by someone else, and now wants to resell it, then the watch is likely to be fake.

Warning: Do not wear the watch to sleep, do strenuous exercise or physical activity, otherwise the surface may be scratched.

If you wear a watch at home, be sure to take it off when taking a shower, unless the watch is waterproof.

Fake Rolex watches, such as those sold from street stalls set with artificial diamonds, cannot enjoy Rolex’s after-sales service.

Rolex watches should be stored carefully to prevent loss.