So, I’ve been eyeing those Rolex Submariners for a while now. I mean, who hasn’t, right? They’re like the holy grail of watches. But let’s be real, the price tag on those things is just insane. I’m talking like, 15,600 big ones for a new one. Crazy, right? And you know, the used ones aren’t much cheaper.
Anyway, I started looking into these high imitation watches. I figured, if I can get something that looks and feels almost the same, why not? I started with the no-date black Submariner. I don’t know, there’s something about the simple, clean look of it that just grabbed me. It’s got that minimalist vibe, you know?
First, I did some digging online, reading reviews, watching videos. You wouldn’t believe how many forums and websites are dedicated to this stuff. It’s a whole world out there. And these specialty stores they are hard to find.
I finally found a few stores that seemed legit, or at least as legit as you can get in this game. I started with one that had pretty good reviews. They had pictures and videos and everything. They all had different pricing. I was nervous but figured I had to start somewhere, right?
- Ordering: I picked out the one I wanted and placed the order. It was a bit of a gamble, sending money to some website I wasn’t sure about. They only take cryptocurrency, which was a bit of a hassle, but I managed.
- Waiting: Then came the waiting. It took a couple of weeks, which felt like forever. I was checking the tracking number every day, like a kid waiting for Christmas.
- Unboxing: Finally, the day came. The package arrived, and I ripped it open like a madman. I am not going to lie, I was impressed. It looked good. I mean, really good. It had some weight to it, the details were on point, and it even had that satisfying click when you turned the bezel.
I’ve been wearing it for a few weeks now. I even took it to a local watch guy, just to see what he’d say. He took a close look, and even he was surprised. Said it was one of the best imitations he’d seen. He said, “it’s a replica Rolex and he don’t care.” Of course, he could tell it wasn’t real, but he said most people wouldn’t be able to.
My Two Cents
Look, I’m not saying everyone should go out and buy a high imitation watch. But for me, it’s been a cool experience. I get to wear a watch that I like, that looks like a Rolex, without having to sell a kidney to afford it. I get to enjoy the style and the look without the crazy price tag. And you know what? It feels good. I’ve gotten a bunch of compliments on it, and no one has suspected a thing.
If you’re thinking about it, just do your research. Find a store that seems reputable. Read reviews, watch videos, and be prepared to take a bit of a risk. But if you’re like me, and you just want that Submariner look without the Submariner price, it might be worth it. You can get the “Best Price on all No Date” in these stores.
It’s not the real deal, but it’s close enough for me. And hey, at the end of the day, it’s just a watch. But, it’s a pretty darn good-looking watch if I do say so myself. I heard the high imitation Rolex GMT-Master II Batman Bezel is pretty good too, I might check it out later.