Alright, let’s talk about this “High imitation Rolex Submariner Green” thing. I’ve been seeing a lot of chatter online about these, and as someone who’s always been into watches, I figured I’d check it out. So, I started digging.
First, I scoured the web for information. Forums, articles, you name it. I wanted to get a sense of what to look for, you know? I read that the real Submariners use automatic movements – pretty standard for a high-end watch. And apparently, these fakes, or “replicas” as some call them, often use a different movement, like a fake ETA 2824. That’s a decent movement, but it’s not the real deal, the Rolex calibre 3135.
Then, I decided to take a closer look at some of these imitation watches. I found a few online sellers – had to be careful, of course, lots of scams out there. Anyway, I ordered one that looked pretty convincing in the photos. I figured, worst case, I’m out a few bucks, but best case, I get a decent-looking watch.
When it arrived, I was immediately surprised. It looked good, really good. The weight, the details, even the way the bezel clicked, it was all pretty spot on. But then I opened it up. Now, I’m no watchmaker, but I’ve tinkered with a few in my time. And yeah, the movement was definitely not a Rolex movement. It was one of those ETA 2824 copies. It worked fine, but it wasn’t the same.
Here’s what I noticed:
- The weight: It felt right, surprisingly.
- The details: The markings, the crown logo, all looked good at first glance.
- The movement: That was the big giveaway. Definitely not a Rolex movement.
- The price: Obviously, way cheaper than a real Submariner.
So, here’s the thing. These “High imitation” Submariners are getting better and better. It’s kind of scary, to be honest. If you’re not careful, you could easily be fooled. I mean, even I, someone who knows a bit about watches, was impressed at first. For someone who just wants the look, maybe it’s fine. But for a serious collector, or someone who wants the real deal, it’s a different story.
Now, some folks talk about “super clones” that are almost indistinguishable from the real thing, even down to the movement. I haven’t seen one of those yet, but it makes you wonder.
In the end, I learned a lot from this little experiment. It’s a wild world out there in the watch game, and you’ve got to be careful. Do your research, know what to look for, and if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is.
I ended up returning the watch. I’m not about that fake life. I’d rather save up and get the real thing eventually. But it was an interesting experience, and I figured I’d share it with you all. Stay safe out there, and don’t get fooled!
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