How to Authenticate a Rolex: Real vs Fake Guide | Full Watchmaker Inspection

How do you know if a Rolex is genuine? In this video, we take you through our full Rolex authentication process — the exact steps we follow to verify every watch before it enters the luxury watch market. From box and papers to swing tags, provenance checks, and a full internal movement inspection by our head watchmaker, we show you what separates a real Rolex from a fake. In this episode you’ll see: • How to authenticate a Rolex properly • What to check on Rolex box and papers • Verifying serial numbers and swing tags • Provenance and ownership checks • Our watchmaker opening the case to inspect the movement • Key signs of a fake Rolex inside and out Certain counterfeit Rolex watches look convincing on the outside — but the real test is inside the movement. If you're: *Buying a Rolex on the secondary market *Investing in luxury watches *Unsure how to spot a fake Rolex *Curious about the Rolex authentication process *This guide will show you exactly what professionals look for. Subscribe for more luxury watch advice, Rolex buying guides, authentication tips, and behind-the-scenes workshop content. Visit https://theluxurywatchcompany.com/ to see what we have in stock. Check out - https://www.lwc-services.com/ - Our Luxury Watch Service and Repair company. At the time of recording, the exchange rate was 1 GBP = 1.33 USD. Please note that exchange rates fluctuate, so the conversion may differ when you view this video. Always check current exchange rates for the most ac