Hey everyone, it’s your boy back at it again with another little project I’ve been messing around with. Today, I’m diving into the world of high-end watches, specifically, a high imitation Rolex Black Submariner. Now, I know what you’re thinking, “Why bother with a fake?” But hear me out, the craftsmanship on some of these replicas is insane, and I wanted to see if I could spot the differences myself.
So, I got my hands on one of these bad boys. First thing I did was give it the once-over, just looking at the overall appearance. Honestly, it looked pretty darn convincing. The black dial, the stainless steel, it all seemed on point. The bezel clicked nicely, and the watch face was clear and easy to read. It even had that signature Rolex cyclops lens over the date, which, I gotta say, was a nice touch.
Next, I wanted to check the weight. I’ve heard that real Rolexes have a certain heft to them, thanks to the quality materials they use. I compared it to a friend’s genuine Submariner, and honestly, I couldn’t really tell the difference. They both felt substantial, solid. If anything, this replica might have been a tad lighter, but it wasn’t a glaring difference.
- I tried the luminosity test. I charged it under a light for a few minutes and then took it into a dark room.
- The real Rolex glowed like a Christmas tree, bright and clear. The replica, though, it was a bit dimmer.
- It still glowed, don’t get me wrong, but it wasn’t as intense.
And about the green Rolex Submariner is more expensive than the black one – particularly on the secondary market.
Then I took a closer look at the details. The engravings on the clasp, the crown logo, the tiny markings on the dial. On the real deal, everything was crisp, clean, and perfectly aligned. On the replica, some of the engravings were a little less defined, a bit fuzzy around the edges. The crown logo was almost spot-on, but if you looked really close, you could see some minor imperfections.
Finally, I opened up the back to look at the movement. Now, I’m no watch expert, but even I could tell the difference. The real Rolex movement was a thing of beauty, intricate and precise. The replica movement, well, it was functional, but it definitely lacked the finesse and complexity of the genuine article.
Conclusion Time
So, what’s the verdict? This high imitation Rolex Black Submariner was definitely impressive, especially for the price. But at the end of the day, it’s still a replica. There were subtle differences that a keen eye could spot, and the movement was a dead giveaway. Would I wear it? Maybe. Would I try to pass it off as a real Rolex? Absolutely not. It’s a fun piece to examine and appreciate the craftsmanship, but let’s be real, nothing beats the real deal.
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