Counterfeit Rolex Oyster Perpetual 'Open Heart'
Counterfeit / Fashion Watch · Produced by an unknown third-party factory; fraudulently uses the 'Rolex' trademark
Period: Modern (Attempting to mimic 2010s luxury aesthetics)
Type
Counterfeit / Fashion Watch
Brand
Produced by an unknown third-party factory; fraudulently uses the 'Rolex' trademark
Movement
Generic Chinese 'Open Heart' automatic (Likely Tongji or similar low-cost caliber), 21,600 vph, approx. 36-hour power reserve
Dimensions
40mm diameter, 13mm thickness, 48mm lug-to-lug, 20mm lug width
Description
This is a non-authentic, counterfeit timepiece. Rolex has never produced an 'Open Heart' or skeletonized Oyster Perpetual in its history. The watch attempts to merge Rolex branding with entry-level Chinese mechanical movements typically found in budget fashion watches. The finish quality, printing alignment, and dial layout are inconsistent with luxury watchmaking standards.
Key Features
The most significant indicator is the 'Open Heart' window; Rolex does not manufacture dial apertures to show the movement. The indices are poorly set rhinestones, and the overall printing of 'Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified' is inaccurate for this movement type.
Dial Description
Matte black dial with 'Open Heart' aperture at 9 o'clock revealing the balance wheel; features faux-diamond (rhinestone) indices at 3, 6, and 9; printed Rolex branding
Case Material
Base metal with likely chrome or low-grade steel plating; rough polished finish
Crystal Type
Mineral glass or acrylic; lacks the characteristic Rolex sapphire clarity and cyclops (though not applicable to this model)
Bezel Details
Fixed smooth bezel, likely integrated into the case casting
Crown & Pushers
Generic push-pull crown with low-definition serrations; no authentic Rolex coronet engraving
Bracelet or Strap
President-style link bracelet with significant 'stretch' (gaps) and stamped metal components; generic folding clasp
Caseback Details
Solid snap-on or coarse screw-down caseback; lacks the fine vertical brushing and specific tooth-pattern of authentic Rolex tools
Movement Type
Generic Chinese 'Open Heart' automatic (Likely Tongji or similar low-cost caliber), 21,600 vph, approx. 36-hour power reserve
Water Resistance
Negligible; likely accidental splash resistance only (less than 1ATM/10m).
Origin & Provenance
China; non-Swiss manufacture despite 'Swiss Made' dial branding
Age Estimate
Likely produced between 2015 and 2024
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'super-fake' or 'tourist-fake' market; serves as a cautionary example for new collectors to verify brand catalogs before purchasing.
Condition Notes
Fair to Poor. Significant wear on the case and bracelet; visible gaps in bracelet links; movement finishing is crude and industrial.
Value Estimate
Negligible ($5 - $30 USD). This watch has no resale value in the luxury market and violates trademark laws.
Care & Maintenance
Not recommended for professional servicing as parts are generic and the value does not justify labor costs. Keep away from water as 'water resistance' claims are likely decorative.
Similar Watches
Authentic Rolex Oyster Perpetual 124300, Tudor Style with fluted bezel, or Seiko Presage 'Open Heart' SSA series for a legitimate alternative.
Interesting Facts
Rolex is known for its 'closed' design philosophy; they rarely produce exhibition casebacks (only on the Prince and the 2023 Daytona 126506) and never produce open-heart dials.