Okay, so, I’ve been wanting a Rolex Submariner for a while now, the black one, you know? But those things are crazy expensive! So, I started looking into, uh, “high imitation” versions, basically really good fakes. I figured, why not, right?
First, I hit up some online forums where people talk about this stuff. I spent hours reading through threads, trying to figure out which sellers were legit and which ones were just going to rip me off. It was a total mess, honestly. So many opinions, so much conflicting info.
Finding a decent source
Eventually, I narrowed it down to a couple of sellers that seemed to have good reviews. I messaged them, asking a bunch of questions about the quality, the materials, how close it was to the real deal, all that stuff. One guy was super helpful, answering all my questions and even sending me some extra pictures.
After a lot of back and forth, I finally decided to pull the trigger. I picked one that looked really good in the photos, almost identical to a genuine Rolex, at least to my untrained eye. I wired the money, which was a bit nerve-wracking, not gonna lie. It was only about $30, so it’s not like I was breaking the bank, but still, you never know with these things.
Waiting for it to arrive
The waiting was the worst part. Every day I’d check the tracking info, hoping it would magically appear on my doorstep. It took a few weeks, but finally, it arrived! I ripped open the package like a kid on Christmas morning.
Inspecting the watch
And you know what? It actually looked pretty darn good! The weight felt right, the details were all there, the bezel clicked nicely. I mean, I’m no expert, but it definitely fooled me. For like, a solid hour, I just sat there, admiring it, turning it over in my hands, trying it on. I even compared it to pictures of real Submariners online, and man, it was close.
- Weight: Felt substantial, just like the real deal, I imagine.
- Materials: Looked like good quality metal, not cheap plastic or anything.
- Details: All the markings, the crown, the date window, everything looked spot on.
- Movement: It’s an automatic, and it seems to be keeping time okay.
Of course, I know it’s not a real Rolex. A real watch expert could probably spot the differences in a heartbeat. There are little things, like the feel of the crown when you wind it, the way the date changes, that are just a bit off. But for the price, I was seriously impressed.
Final thoughts
So yeah, that’s my story of getting a “high imitation” Rolex Submariner. It was a bit of an adventure, and definitely a learning experience. I was initially a little worried, but I’m really glad with how it turned out. I mean a real Rolex costs a fortune. But this, for what it is, a really good fake, it’s a great watch at a fraction of the price. But I’m not sure if I’d do it again. It’s a bit of a gamble, and you really have to do your research to avoid getting scammed.
Would I recommend it? I don’t know. If you’re really into watches and you want the real deal, then obviously, this isn’t it. But if you just want something that looks the part and you’re on a budget, then maybe it’s worth considering. Just be careful out there, and don’t expect a miracle for a few bucks.
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