Today, I want to share my experience with purchasing a high imitation Rolex No-Date Black Submariner. You know, if you’re lookin’ for a fancy watch, but you ain’t got a pile of money to spend, this might be something to consider. These high imitation Rolex, they’re everywhere these days. You see ’em on the TV, even.
So, I started looking around, reading about what makes a good imitation. One thing I noticed is that folks say a black Submariner should always be no-date. Like, if it got that date window, and it is black, it is not a real no-date one, that for sure! Now, I ain’t no expert, but that seemed like a good starting point.
I went down a rabbit hole, browsing through different sellers and comparing what they offered. I looked at the weight – a real two-tone Submariner weighs about 130g, but I was going for the all-black one. I read about the crown guard, which should be more streamlined compared to older models. And the movement, it should be a new Caliber 3235.
- Weight: About 130g for two-tone, but I focused on all-black.
- Crown Guard: Streamlined in newer models.
- Movement: Caliber 3235 for newer models.
After a lot of digging, I found one that ticked most of the boxes. It felt pretty solid, had the right look, and the movement seemed decent. It wasn’t cheap, mind you – more than I’d usually spend on a watch, to be honest. But, it’s like what they say, “Buy it because you like it. Like buying a good cow. You don’t buy a cow just to sell it later.”
I pulled the trigger and ordered it. When it arrived, I was pretty stoked. It looked good on my wrist, and I felt like a million bucks wearing it. I even took it to a local watch guy to get it checked out. He said it was one of the better imitations he’d seen.
Here’s what I learned through this process:
- Black Submariners should be no-date.
- Pay attention to the details like weight, crown guard, and movement.
- Good imitations ain’t cheap, but they’re a fraction of the real deal.
- It is all about if you like it.
In the end, I’m happy with my purchase. It’s a nice watch, and I enjoy wearing it. It ain’t the real deal, but it scratches that itch for something fancy without breaking the bank. Looking back at listings for pre-owned Rolex “no-date” Submariners, I know I made the right decision for me. Plus, with the way things are with the real ones, even if demand is going down, the remaining demand is still way, way more than the supply. So, I’m good with my high-imitation piece.
I’m just a regular guy, sharing my experience. If you’re thinking about getting a high-imitation watch, do your research, and make sure you’re getting something you’ll be happy with. It’s all about finding what works for you. This is just what worked for me.
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