Okay, so, I’ve been into watches lately, especially those fancy Rolex ones. But, man, they’re expensive! So I thought, why not try to find a really good fake one? I decided to go for the Rolex No-Date Black Submariner ’cause it looks super sleek and classic.
First, I spent hours looking at pictures of real Submariners online. I wanted to know what details to look for. I noticed that the real ones are pretty hefty, around 40 millimeters, or 1.57 inches, wide. Also, they have these tiny numbers engraved on them, a model number and a serial number, which I figured is important to make it look legit. The black one is the only color that has no date, and the other colors must have a date. I have to remember this point because it is very important!
Then, I started my hunt for a good fake. I checked out a bunch of online stores. It was a bit overwhelming, to be honest. There are so many out there, and it’s hard to tell which ones are good and which ones are just trash. I read a ton of reviews and compared prices. I finally settled on one store that seemed pretty reliable. They had good reviews and lots of pictures.
I placed my order and waited. It felt like forever, but finally, the package arrived! I ripped it open like a kid on Christmas morning. The watch was wrapped up in a bunch of bubble wrap and came in a somewhat decent-looking box. Not the real Rolex box, obviously, but it wasn’t terrible.
I took the watch out and, I gotta say, I was impressed. It felt heavy, just like I read the real ones do. The size was spot on, about 40 millimeters across. The black dial looked really nice, and the hands moved smoothly. I checked for the engraved numbers, and they were there! Tiny and hard to read without a magnifying glass, but they were there.
Here’s what I did next to make sure it was a good fake:
- Weight Check: I put it on a kitchen scale. It wasn’t the exact weight of a real Submariner, but it was close enough that no one would notice unless they were a watch expert or something.
- Number Check: I used a magnifying glass to look at the engraved model and serial numbers. They were there, and they looked pretty accurate compared to the pictures I had studied. I found the black one I ordered has no date on it, just like I planned.
- Overall Feel: I wore it around for a few days. It felt comfortable on my wrist. The bracelet felt solid, and the clasp closed securely.
Final Thoughts
Honestly, I’m pretty happy with this purchase. It’s a really good fake Rolex, and it looks and feels a lot like the real thing. Obviously, it’s not the same as owning a genuine Submariner, but for the price, I can’t complain. It’s a great way to get the look without spending a fortune. I’ve been wearing it for a while now, and I’ve gotten a lot of compliments on it. Most people can’t even tell it’s not real. Mission accomplished!
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