So, I’ve been seeing these high imitation Rolex watches all over the place lately. You know, the ones that look just like the real deal, especially that No-Date Black Submariner. It got me thinking, could I really tell the difference? I decided to dive in and see what all the fuss was about. I mean, people love to show off these things, right? It’s all about the look.
First thing I did was hit up a few of those specialty stores. I wanted to see these fake Rolexes up close. I walked into one of the stores, and let me tell you, it was an experience. The guy behind the counter was all smiles, showing me this “top-notch” No-Date Black Submariner. He was going on and on about how it’s almost impossible to tell it apart from a real one.
I started by checking out the weight of the watch. I’ve heard that the genuine Submariner has a case diameter of about 40 millimeters, which is around 1.57 inches. This fake one felt a bit lighter, but honestly, without a real one to compare, it was hard to be sure. Still, I made a mental note of it.
- The feel of the watch in my hand was a bit off.
- It seemed lighter than what I expected.
Then, I looked closely at the details. The bezel, the dial, the hands – everything looked pretty spot on at first glance. But when I started playing around with the bezel, it didn’t click as smoothly as I thought it should. The real Rolex has this satisfying click, you know? This one was a bit rough around the edges. I also noticed the numbers and markers on the fake one were not as sharp. On a genuine Rolex, those details are super crisp. This one? Not so much.
- The bezel didn’t rotate smoothly.
- The numbers and markers weren’t as crisp.
I even tried to inspect the movement through the back. Now, I’m no watch expert, but even I could tell something was off. The real Rolex has this beautiful, intricate movement, but this one… let’s just say it didn’t look quite as impressive. The finishing wasn’t as polished, and the whole thing just felt a bit cheap.
- The movement didn’t look as refined.
- The finishing was lacking.
My Final Thoughts
After checking out a few more stores and comparing notes, I realized that these high imitation Rolexes, they’re not as perfect as they seem. Sure, they might fool someone from afar, but up close, there are definitely some giveaways. I mean it’s kinda scary how good they look at the first sight, but there are always the small details to tell if it is real or not. If you’re thinking about getting one, just be aware that it’s not the same as the real deal. I’m not saying don’t buy it – everyone has their own way of showing their “style” – just be sure it is worth the money you paid. And hey, if you’re into watches, it’s a fun little experiment to see if you can spot the fakes!
In the end, I decided to pass on the fake Submariner. It just didn’t feel right to me. But it was definitely an interesting experience, and I learned a lot about what to look for in a watch. Maybe one day I’ll get a real Rolex, but for now, I’m happy with what I’ve got.
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