Vintage Cartier Watch

Vintage Cartier Watch

What You Need To Know About Buying Rolex Watches

Buying a luxury Rolex watch is one of the ultimate gifts you can give yourself or your loved ones. These top quality timepieces are made to the very highest standards using some of the most sophisticated technology available. Rolex watches not only look and feel great but they also last a long time. Although they may depreciate in value of the first few years vintage Rolex watches are now starting to become very popular as collectors items. This means that these luxury watches can be a useful investment for the future and you will be able to pass them down to your children.

Rolex watches are expensive so you will need to know you are buying a genuine piece before handing over your money. As with any luxury item the market is unfortunately flooded with fakes and some of these can look very convincing to the untrained eye.

Authenticity

Authenticity is a big issue when you are buying a quality new or preowned Rolex watch so it is important to do your research. For example Rolex and the majority of the other big brand names put certain serial numbers on their watches. You can look these up and then check them against the watches for sale to help identify the genuine models from the fakes. Take a magnifying glass with you when you go out to look at watches and don't be afraid to ask the seller if you can examine the piece closely. If you are buying online then ask for plenty of clear photographs of the piece and any associated paperwork so that can make a close examination before you buy. Here are just some tips to help you spot a genuine Rolex and make sure you are getting what you have paid for:

* Second Hand – the second hand in Rolex watches produced after the 1960's will move very smoothly without any visible jerks.  A jerking motion indicates that an internal Quartz movement has been used. Only one modern Rolex has used this movement (the Oyster Quartz) and so all other models should be absolutely smooth.
* Date Movement – the date movement in Rolex watches is sharp and precise. This comes from sophisticated engineering that simply is not present in fakes and rip offs. Make sure you check the date movement and ensure it is smooth and without any jerks.
* Movements – Rolex movements are stamped ‘ETA' and have different coloured wheels and rotors. If you cannot check the movements yourself then question the seller closely regarding these parts.
* Bracelet – the finish on a genuine Rolex bracelet is very smooth and fine so feel around the bracelet edges and check for any roughness or sharpness. Also Rolex also put a number at the head fixing bracelet and most fakes do not go down to this level of detail.
* Serial Number – the serial number will be unique to Rolex and any good dealer will be able to provide the service and purchase history related to each unique number.
* Reference Number – This will be engraved between the case lugs (around the 12 o'clock position). This will be either 4, 5 or 6 digits long and you must check that this relates to the model of the watch you are buying.

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Rolex watches are top quality luxury items that combine superior engineering and style. If you are investing in a quality Rolex watch then make sure you are buying from a reputable seller who can provide you with evidence of the watches authenticity.

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