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RichardBens14
06-17-2024, 01:07 PM
Hello. I recently inherited 2 vintage Rolex watches. I took them to my local Official Rolex Dealer for identification but all they could tell me were approximations.
They verified that they were genuine, and guessed that they were some of the first Rolex watches made, somewhere from the very early 1900s.
The movement in the mens watch visually turns when wound up. The woman's watch does not seem to currently work.
Anyways, I am hoping that someone here can shed some light on what they are. i.e. the model, date of manufacture, and maybe even approximate value.
Thanks for any and all advice. I am obviously brand new, and greatly appreciate your time.
-Dave Olsen
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MichaelDrew
06-17-2024, 04:27 PM
The fact that they're confirmed as genuine by an Official Rolex Dealer adds to their mystique.

DylanScotland
06-17-2024, 04:27 PM
Vintage Rolexes often have fascinating stories behind them, from the design evolution to their historical context. For identifying them further, exploring specialized watch forums or reaching out to vintage watch experts could provide more insights into their specific models and production dates.
As for their functionality, it's not uncommon for vintage watches, especially those from the early 1900s, to have varied conditions. The movement you described in the men's watch turning when wound up is a testament to their craftsmanship.
Regarding your recent discovery of convincing replicas, like those on superclonerolex.io (https://superclonerolex.io), it's interesting how advanced replica technology has become. It does raise questions about the value proposition of luxury watches, especially when replicas can be so close to the originals.