Hi, is it possible to tell if this Rolex is the real deal just from these images?







The seller doesn't know how to open the watch, so we'll be bringing it to a technician.

But from the get-go is there anything that posts a red flag, or any suspicion?

I don't think there's a lot of 16013 clones, but I wanted to make sure!

 

I don't see anything that doesn't look legit but if you want it opened, take it to someone that is qualified.

 

Looks legit. But there is a red flag! That winding crown shouldn’t stick out like it does in your pictures. When you find someone who has the right equipment to open it, you might ask for an opinion on condition, and whether that crown is worn out, or if there are movement problems.

 

Dial looks good. Have the qualified person remove the bracelet and verify the serial number and model numbers match (or are close) to the date marked on the inside of the caseback. The bracelet looks like it needs a serious cleaning. Nice looking watch.

 

Looks good but check:

Serial number
Date on caseback
Date on the clasp of the bracelet.

 

Thanks for the feedback guys. Hmm that is weird! Anyone know why the crown would protrude like that? Very strange.

Edit:

It seems you have to unscrew to wind it:

Good to know!

 

To operate the crown you have to unscrew it. Seems ok to me. But ask the seller to be sure.

 

That crown sticks out far too much. Typically, the outer end of the case tube should only just be visible with the crown unscrewed. There would not be enough telescope in that crown where it is in the picture, to screw onto the case tube. Something is definitely wrong.