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  1. MaximosChalkos Oct 2, 2022

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    Hi All,

    Does this look legit? I have some doubts about a few parts/areas. I've done a little research trying to find similar watches but haven't had much luck with it. I am extremely weary of buying Rolex online, especially one like this that is uncommon. If it is legitimate, what kind of price range would you say is fair?

    Thanks.
     
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  2. watchyouwant ΩF Clairvoyant Oct 2, 2022

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    If you are extremely weary..... Why buy it ? Never buy vintage watches you have to explain everytime.....
     
  3. Canuck Oct 2, 2022

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    I think the watch might be a Cellini model. Try searching Cellini, rather than Rolex.
     
  4. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Oct 2, 2022

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    The movement looks like the real deal:

    https://calibercorner.com/rolex-caliber-1600/

    I think the Rolex Geneve line was the forerunner to today’s Cellini line. These are dress watches that were not stylistically related to the Oyster line.

    The case number would date the watch to the early 1960’s, which would be consistent with the movement.

    It is possible that the dial is solid gold. You would need a watchmaker to confirm that. I would also have the case tested for gold content to be sure.
    gatorcpa
     
  5. Duracuir1 Never Used A Kodak Oct 2, 2022

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    Legitimate seller. I never bought from Derek Dier but a close friend recently bought from him and is happy. I recognized the photography from his website - watchestobuy. He occasionally sells watches with « restored » dials and discloses this fact in his sales description. This one is described as original. I like the Cellini that he currently has for sale 96A384B1-729D-4428-8E06-DA59540E7315.png 673887EF-8CF0-4812-8293-03DCA3E46AF2.png
     
  6. MaximosChalkos Oct 2, 2022

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    It has more to do my inexperience & paranoia than anything else.
     
  7. Chris75 Oct 2, 2022

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    Watch is legit.

    Price is around 2000 - 2500 $.

    Small (odd) size and hand winding.

    Anyway is always about who you buy from rather than where you buy.