Navigating the Risks
Increasingly high-end precision tooling has enabled the production of higher standards of fake Rolex watches which can easily be passed on as genuine ones. Each day the fakes are getting better and closer to the original ones including the watch movement housed in the watch. It takes many years of experience and trained eyes to differentiate the real from the fake.
Even experienced watchmakers/pawn shops have been fooled due to their carelessness.
Why Is Authentication Needed?
The increasing difficulty to purchase watches from Rolex Authorised Dealers has resulted in consumers turning to 3rd party (grey) dealers or private sellers for purchase which can be risky (for a novice) as the watches may not be authentic or original.
With counterfeits and watches with fake parts becoming rampant, Rolex Service Centre Singapore has stopped providing authenticating services.
Why Choose Me
With over 20 years of experience in purchasing, selling and handling Rolex watches, coupled with up-to-date authentication training, I will be able to help you authenticate your dream watch ensuring you are getting a genuine watch such that your hard-earned money is well spent.
What To Expect During Watch Authentication
During the authentication process, the watch bracelet will be removed to check the watch's reference and...
The case back of the watch will be removed (if required) to inspect the movement and check if there is...
The bracelet and case back will be re-installed, and a functional check of the watch will be...
| Inspection on Watch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Case | Reference and serial number engraving | |
| Crystal/Glass | Rolex Hologram (if any) | |
| Dial | Wordings on dial and lume | |
| Hands | Originality | |
| Bracelet | Marking, engravings and hallmarks | |
| Bezel | Functionality | |
| Movement | Functionality and movement calibre | |
| Crown | Functionality | |
| Caseback | Engraving and hallmarks | |
| Inspection on Accessories | ||
|---|---|---|
| Original Warranty Certificate | Originality, serial number tally with engraving on the watch | |
| Box | Originality | |
| Bracelet links (if any) | Number of links | |
| Booklet & leather holder | Originality | |
| Hang tags (if any) | Originality and tally reference number to watch | |
| FOC | Sizing of the bracelet to fit your wrist (if required) | |
- Authentication process typically takes approximately 15-20 min in your presence
- For authentication, please contact us in advance before your intended time of authentication service
- Contact via WhatsApp is preferred
- Authentication fee is S$150 nett (at Bedok or your preferred location)
- Receive an authenticity report of your watch at an additional cost from $50 onwards (optional)
- Appt after 9.30pm, authentication fee will be S$230
- Authentication fee is only a fraction of your valuable purchase, but it serves as insurance that your money is well spent.
- Let me be your 2nd pair of eyes during your purchase whether you are getting it from a shop or a private seller.
- Always authenticate the watch before making a payment
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