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    Rolex GMT Master II Pro Hunter...real deal?

    Good evening everyone, I have in my possession a black Rolex (to be determined) GMT Master II, Pro Hunter. This watch was found in the glove compartment of a repossessed vehicle, and was never claimed. I am relatively convinced it's fake, not because of its quality, but because the second hand always gets "stuck" when the minute hand is anywhere in the 25-35 minute region. A good shake frees it. The watch feels very heavy, and the second hand does not "tick", it has the sweeping movement with 8 stops per second. It's engraved on the back with "Pro Hunter 007". It does have the laser etched crown in the 6 o'clock position of the glass. Has anyone seen one of these before? My assumption is if this were indeed a real Rolex, there is no way it would have this malfunction. Is this a correct assumption? I'm weary of taking it to a Rolex AD, as I fear they would confiscate it if it is indeed fake. Is this a real concern? Thanks for any information anyone can give on this piece! Regardless of if it's fake or not, it is in great shape and is very pretty.







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    Re: Rolex GMT Master II Pro Hunter...real deal?

    The hand stack looks wrong. Better photos would confirm this. Having the gmt hand underneath the hour hand is a clear sign the watch is fake. However, having the hands stacked correctly is no guaranty the watch is real anymore though.
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    Rolex Explorer II replica or original?

    hi..I am new to this site.. I got a rolex explorer II as a gift and when i checked the number it says its made in 1979. but the snaps i saw in internet (of other 1979 made watches ) were slightly different. on 06'clock position on the bazel it says "Swiss" only and other pictures i saw says "T Swiss<25 T". So is this means its a fake or just supposed to be like that? I am uploading a couple of snaps so anyone can help me with this.....
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    Re: Rolex Explorer II replica or original?

    Strela, thank you for the response! Upon closer inspection it is quite evident that the GMT hand is indeed underneath the hour hand. As per your information, this indicates the watch is fake. Which, makes it no surprise the original owner never came looking for it. Still, a very nice piece, and a great a conversation starter at that! Even if it isn't even worth its weight in melt. Thanks again!


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    Re: Rolex Explorer II replica or original?

    Curiosity got the better of me an I google Rolex Pro-Hunter GMT. This came up...

    Rolex GMT Pro Hunter 2009 Watch Upgrades - YouTube

    Definitely a fake. For a good laugh click through the link in the YouTube comments... apparently the folks that were selling this ain't sellin anything no more...

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    It is certainly a fake. The rep forums are often buzzing with pro hunter pictures. The possibility of these being real is slim as there are very few of the real ones to begin with.

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