Okay, so a while back, I got it in my head that I wanted a fancy watch. Not just any watch, mind you, but one of them Rolex Submariners. The real deal costs an arm and a leg, way more than I was willing to part with. Then I heard about these “high imitation” ones, sometimes called “original order” – basically, they look just like the real thing but without the hefty price tag. This “original order” talk got me curious.
I started poking around, asking about these high imitation Rolex watches. It seemed like I wasn’t the only one interested in something that looked the part without breaking the bank. But you gotta be careful, I found out that some folks will take an old watch and try to make it look like a Rolex by switching out parts. That ain’t what I was after. I wanted something new, even if it wasn’t a genuine Rolex.
My Deep Dive into the World of Imitation Watches
I spent days, maybe even weeks, digging into this. There’s a whole world out there of these imitation watches! I stumbled upon some forums and social media groups where people were discussing these things. Let me tell you, there was a lot of chatter. I was soaking it all in, trying to learn as much as I could.
Eventually, I found out about these “specialty stores” that deal in high imitation watches. I heard it from a friend of a friend, so you know, it’s not like it was advertised on a billboard or anything. I was looking for a two-tone black Submariner, the kind with the gold and stainless steel. Apparently, those weigh around 130 grams, and not even a fifth of that is actual gold. The real deal two-tone models run you at least nine or ten grand, used! The “original order” seemed like a sweet spot.
Making the Move
So, I contacted one of these stores, a bit nervous, I’ll admit. I asked a bunch of questions, probably more than they were used to, about the quality, the materials, how close it really looked to the real thing, and the price. They answered everything patiently, which put me at ease. The price they quoted was a fraction of what a real Rolex would cost. I was sold.
- I placed the order.
- Paid through some secure method they had set up.
- Then came the waiting.
Every day I was checking my email, waiting for that shipping confirmation. Finally, it arrived! A few days later, a package showed up at my door. I ripped it open like a kid on Christmas morning. And there it was, my high imitation two-tone black Submariner.
The Big Reveal
Honestly, I was impressed. It looked really good. It had some weight to it, felt solid. The little magnifying cyclops lens over the date was there, just like the real deal. It even had the Rolex crown logo. My eyesight isn’t what it used to be, so that cyclops lens was a nice touch. I put it on, and it felt great on my wrist. I was actually surprised by how good it looked. It didn’t feel cheap or flimsy at all.
Now, I’m not saying this is the same as a real Rolex. Of course it’s not. But for the price, it’s pretty darn impressive. It’s been a few months now, and it’s still ticking away, keeping good time. I wear it almost every day, and I’ve gotten a few compliments on it. Nobody’s suspected a thing. It is just a good-looking watch, and I’m happy with it. It turned out that “original order” was a code word for a pretty good deal.
So, that’s my story about getting a high imitation Rolex. It was a bit of an adventure, but I’m glad I went through with it. It’s a nice watch, and I didn’t have to sell my car to get it. Would I do it again? Probably. But you gotta be smart about it, do your research, and find a reputable source. You also have to manage your expectations. It’s not a real Rolex, but it can be a really good imitation of one. In the end, I got a watch that I like, that looks good, and that didn’t cost me a fortune. Can’t complain about that!
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