Would This $1000 FAKE Daytona Fool You? | Rolex Real vs. Fake Comparison
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- čas přidán 12. 06. 2024
- Fake watches are getting crazy good. At Wristcheck, we're here to help you make the best choices when buying pre-owned, and fully authenticate every single one of our watches with a 10-step process. Comparing watches with top-of-the-line replicas is one of them.
In this video, we walk you through the key differences between a replica someone tried to consign with us and a genuine model - and what to pay attention to when buying off the secondary market.
Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:15 Dial
0:58 Bezel
1:17 Bracelet
1:35 Clasp
1:49 Case & Bracelet Finish
2:14 Movement
5:16 Caseback Checklist
5:38 Frequency & Power Reserve
5:40 5-position Timing Results
5:59 Box & Accessories
6:20 Warranty Card
7:46 Checklist of things to look out for
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The quality of the replica is actually quite impressive
The thing is with quality like that they could easily make a new brand of watch I'm sure, and for me I'd rather wear a genuine watch of any make than a fake.
@@dorianfinkelsteinGood point, make a high quality of their own brand and sell that. I’d be interested if the designs were done well.
Agreed, now where do I buy it? Lol
30k less than the real deal and no one can tell the diference so why not. they sell them in turkey,. @@AntedianDignitary
@@dorianfinkelsteinthe problem with copiers is they have zero imagination of their own. No ingenuity and a willingness to do new things. It’s quite sad, really.
Very CLEAN watch, if you catch my drift.
Maybe BEST TIME showing watch 😂
Hahahahaha a very CLEAN v3 watch 😂…
This must be theonewatches ;)))
You NOOB It could be a BeTter watch
ctime 👀
About 15 years ago, I was in the watch industry and my job was to outsource component manufacture (mostly cases and movement parts) to China. Back then Panerai, Rolex, Hublot, Breitling--you name it--sent me case tooling for Chinese manufacturers to use. This is when Noob and other super clone makers took off because they immediately copied the genuine tooling the manufacturers gave them. Clone Rolexes took off because the cases, bracelets (and initially rough) movements were interchangeable with genuine. The Chinese are VERY good with movements and I still have a clone Milgauss from 15 years ago that runs amazing--but they did not care about finishing a movement no one would ever see. Now the movement finishing is decent, but the cases and dials are almost indistinguishable from genuine. I tried to tell people for years that this all began with Rolex and the others providing the genuine tooling, but no one believed me. Now, the Chinese have 3D scanners that allow them to replicate any part to very high tolerance. So, once again you gotta ask--does it make sense to pay for a "genuine" when both are made from the same tooling?
Interesting, I did not know that. I do know that my Noob (no longer in business but "clean" factory took over the daytona mantle) is virtually indistinguishable from the Swiss made one.
I don't wear it much though, it really is not that great a watch.
Exactly. Many people just go after rolex watches and they don't care how overvalued they are. Many people just assume they are all hand made and thats why they have the cost they do; (which of course they aren't). At the end of the day though, does it really matter if the watch is made in China or Switzerland? The only rule for a swiss made product is to have 60% of its value made in switzerland. If I really had my heart set on an extremely popular watch like a rolex then I would probably consider a super clone. I say this as a watch enthusiast too... even though I have some expensive watches, I don't buy them for prestige/brand recognition, I get them because I like the aesthetic and the mechanics behind them.
No, a "genuine" is just an expensive fake. The 99% of what you pay for a "genuine" goes to marketing like those celebrity ambassadors for the brands, boutiques rentals and other expenses, just like how iphone pricing constructed
@draakisback disagree. people buy rolexes because they last forever and retain value. I have friends that paid 800 for a submariner 40 years ago. it's worth 10x that and he wears it. you spend 800 on a superclone your 800 is gone. you pay retail and you make money 💰
@@ZaidAbouzaki clones and good replicas also retain their value. Don't be such a snob
That replica is rather impressive.
It shows that if you're spending more than $1000 on a Rolex you're being ripped off.
thats BS. You are paying for the attention to detail, research, quality control and so on. Ofc, I do somewhat agree, just get a watch from a decent brand for okayish money, and enjoy your watch.@@Secretlyanothername
@@Secretlyanothername it's a luxury good. You buy it knowing some of the cost is due to brand image and marketing.
Those costs aside, Rolex also pays higher labor costs. Your replica is being made with some of the cheapest labor costs in the world, plus it has no warranty. Warranties of course are factored into the price.
This is honestly the best side by side I've seen. Please do a submariner and/or royal oak next!
Thank you so much - more to come!
I am sure they'll happily do that if you send them a genuine Royal Oak. 😉
Please do a GMT II
This is excellent, looking forward for more.
NO, Royal oaks reps of this quality don't really exist..They are a pretty straightforward tell. even though they look really good. Really the rep game is all about Rolex the rest of the brands are second grade citizens
It's in such small differences that you can see how overvalued watches are, it doesn't have to be like this !
Watches are all about showing wealth. The only exceptions being some Japanese watches like Casio low end G-shock lines where they actually have a purpose.
You pay for labour and research, material itself is cheap. Not to mention salaries in Switzerland :-)
there's lots of watches cheaper
What this comment overlooks is that achieving that last 0.01mm of precision or quality of finish is where the extra expense comes from. Of course, companies like Rolex enjoy healthy margins, but they do so because they offer a product that isn't easily replicated (completely) at lower price points.
@@mrcool76789 And many that are more expensive, what's your point?
That was amazing, no fluff just the salient points and so clearly described. Loved it, can’t wait to see what new videos are coming 💪🙏
Link of the replica shop pls 😂😂😂
primerolexstore
You won’t regret it! It’s not every day you find a store committed to delivering such high standards on all fronts. Primerolexstore has earned a loyal customer in me!
That's true! The watch feels premium, operates smoothly, and honestly, it’s hard to distinguish from the original. It’s craftsmanship at its best.
They made me feel secure in buying a replica, highlighting the craftsmanship and quality.
Exactly! And they have policies in place to ensure you’re confident in your purchase.
Very informative, I'm sure the fake watch makers look forward to videos that point out exactly where they're going wrong and how to correct their mistakes!!
$1k Daytonas here we come! Lol
cant correct it if they're restrained by budget
@@narfnak give it a couple of months or years... They'll find a way.. back then, nobody even thought fake Rolex can come so close to the original. now I say, they're about 70-75% there. Certainly will fool anyone on the street that's for sure.
@@r.sakarollsafe1285 Not that will pass a microscope. They can do a good enough finish enough to pass a x4 loop, but no way at that price point with a microscope.
The things they need to fix under a microscope is pretty much not possible at that price point. You can pass a loop for $1000, but not a microscope. Those things he mentioned in the video are not within the real of that price point. Maybe a $5,000 fake?
I have seen many side by side comparisons, but this is by far the most in depth and thorough. You could have also mentioned the hands of the watch because that was a big one but overall, Well done! Great knowledge and expertise shown especially about the free sprung balance.
That's what caught my eye as well. I found it interesting that the corners on the replica had a slight radius, but there was no taper, and the edges weren't polished. The detail finishing on the Rolex is just amazing.
That's what gave it away quickest for me too. But might not be as noticeable without magnification
The beard and slightl lisp betrays his affection for men.
Yep, hands a big difference but I was surpised at how basic the Rolex hands are. Decent finishing but nothing close to GS/The Citizen.
I'm glad it is helpful. We want to highlight these things since no one else is doing it to this level. These watches exist so it's best to hand out the tools needed to decipher.
The most in-depth side-by-side I’ve seen on YT to date. Extremely informative and looking forward to more comparisons. Great video!
Thank you! Many people come together to make these videos.
Probably the best Replica v Gen comparison I've seen. Thanks for your hard work man!
It's not just me! It's a whole team a Wristcheck people that come together to make these videos.
This is the most detailed and interesting look at authentic vs fake I've seen, fantastic video, subscribed.
This is definitely a keeper video. Can serve as reference for many years to come to avoid falling victim to super clones. Thanks for making this detailed comparison video.
Best technical side by side comparison I have seen on YT many thanks for a great video.
Great side-by-side video! I'll be sure to reference this again if/when I buy my first Daytona. Keep them coming!
Hands down the best video that's around regarding spotting fakes. I would also point out that the rehaut should be aligned with the minute markers, there should be an etched crown on the glass, and that every incision has to be hand etched
The rehaut isn’t always aligned especially after servicing. They are also laser etching the crown too
The Replica quality is really impressive , especially considering the extreme price difference. Since quality is that high that someone almost needs a Original side to side to compare for a proper Check, i get the feeling that i would be ok with that Replica for its price maybe.
This video is impressively well-researched and packed full of invaluable information. It's not easy to discern between a genuine and a fake Daytona, but you've certainly broken it down in a way that's easy to understand for everyone, experienced or not. Your ability to highlight the nuanced differences shows your dedication to this field. Keep up sharing such insightful content. Looking forward to your next piece!
Thank you for the kind words!
Rolex is pure marketing.
Great video! Just subscribed and you’re currently at 1.99k subs. I have a feeling this channel will continue to grow. Good luck and look forward seeing this channel grow.
Thank you so much!
I enjoyed that, well done for pointing out the differences.
more of these comparisons pls these are super interesting and helpful
You make a great point that not enough "fake vs real" videos/articles mention: anyone selling a Rolex who isn't willing to open the caseback is almost surely selling a fake one. It may be a hassle and it may take a little extra time, but if it's a real watch being sold by someone reputable, they're going to go that extra step to ensure a sale. So much of the outside of a Rolex can be replicated to very close (if never exactly perfect) parameters, but the movement is a dead giveaway, and the scammers know this.
Tbh, even if the case was opened, I would not be able to differentiate between the real vs fake. All I know is trust the seller but i'll still rather buy a rep
@@temasekbit's good to learn though. I've been collecting reps along with gens here and there for a few years. the finish on the movements is usually the first dead giveaway. tiny burrs, inconsistent machining marks etc. it always looks just a little too rough and unrefined to be genuine, it's hard to explain. just take a loupe to ur reps and see if u can spot what i mean.
@@temasekbI've never bought a super clone though. but from what I've seen on the Internet they are miles closer to genuine on movement finishing but still have tells if you get a side by side.
Balance wheel is the big tell. No screws, fake. I haven't seen a fake yet that uses the same balance wheel as the real ones.
@@matthewsmcdillyes, huge tell. that's only for freesprung Rolex movements though to my knowledge. I'm not too familiar with all the movements out there for all the replicated brand so i stick with the fit and finish first and foremost.
I've watched many comparisons. This video is by far the most comprehensive. Of course, yourself being former Rolex makes it all the more amazing. Keep it up!
Thank you! It does help that I have handled so many watches inside and out. But the idea is to educate so not only a watchmaker can authenticate these watches. Let's all become experts.
Best fake vs authentic comparison video out there. Awesome!
So this is the video that's going to blow this channel's popularity up. Well deserved, definitely.
We're almost at a point where buying an authentic watch doesnt make any sense. Especially when you have to deal with all the bullshit that Rolex pulls.
Wow, fakes are stepping up the game. These minute differences shows how massively overpriced real Rolexes are!
Well real Rolex on retail isn’t too bad, you are paying for the High paying Swiss wages and labor and quality. But the grey market up prices these Rolex making it not worth it. The Chinese fake watch is cheaper because they use cheaper labor and these Chinese watchmakers are not getting paid as much. Or the whole watch is made by a machine. For $1000 dollars you can get a legit and nice watch for the price.
Well Rolex dealers are dickheads anyways.
@@user-fc6dk4sz8e I agree with all you said, and still Rolex is massively overpriced at retail as well. Do your research mate, you will get far superior quality and movement at same price range what Rolex charges. Rolex is what it is because of hype NOT because of quality. Rolex has it own share of quality issues and many of it's range is machine made too!
Rolex started producing in-house movement in 2004, so giving Rolex credit for movement is pointless IMO. They prop up value by making artificial scarcity and force customers to play games just to purchase their stainless steel watches. 80% of value in Rolex watches are in marketing and hype.
@@user-fc6dk4sz8e not really thats what they make you thing, a Daytona may cost them. at best 1000 dollars in production and thats at best , they charging you 15 times that. no you are not paying for swiss wages you are paying for a name nothing else
A brilliant side by side - thanks and well done 🙏🏻👏🏻
The best video on the internet explaining the differences.
Great video. Panerai appear to have had a huge problem with fakes over the last ten years. A Pam watch from a few years ago would make a great video.
I was never interested in Rolex, but now I'm looking forward to getting myself a nice fake.😂😊
and the fake will most likely be better
@@stevenbean9706 They look the part, but they're junk. Crappy materials, poorly calibrated movement, unreliable water resistance. Replica watches aren't good watches.
@stevenbean9706 he literally showed in the video that the movement was worse. The fake was much less accurate on the results shown on the paper.
I have some for sale. And I ship
Appreciate it but I have to have a deep trust with my fake Rolex dealer. 😂
Please do more comparisons! This so much better than the usual 5 dollar fakes vs gen blowouts. Just an honest review of top tier reps. I would love to se an Omega Co-Axial clone rep vs gen comparison.
Pls keep upload content like this bro.
We love it
It seems an insane proposition; dropping big money on something so readily recreated for a tiny fraction of the cost.
It’s not recreated. Movement
is wayyyy off.
I won’t say tiny fraction. 1k can buy you a decent watch like Hamilton or or high end seiko.
@@cathdanthis watch is $15k (impossible to get) or $30k grey. 3% of the price is absolutely a tiny fraction. People talking about “the movement isn’t perfect” and “well it’s not 100% the same” are missing the point. These companies can get 98-99% of the way there for literally single digit percentages of the price. All it does is expose the frankly disgusting level of profit there is in the luxury watch industry. I don’t own any reps but you can’t deny these companies aren’t price gouging left and right.
@@philorgneopolotin8762agree with everything you said except the price gouging part maybe. Is it really price gouging if people are still lining up to get on waiting lists and pay way more over retail for a luxury item?
@@cathdanOr vintage watch in pair with Rolex quality
In case you aren’t aware, they do have an option to buy the card with the NFC chip that takes you to the Rolex website for the exact model, although they don’t come standard, it’s an available option. Obviously the watch won’t be in Rolex database but there are NFC cards available with better holos.
You should do a Rolex Batgirl GMT vs clean factory dd3285 next. Love to see that video. Great video!
Who are they? haha
Going to just the website would prove it is a bogus card. It's supposed to take you to your particular individual watch. Or so I've read.
This is the best real-fake comparison video!
The quality of this video “information wise” exceeds that of Rolex quality. Amazing!
This video shows why
It’s becoming so scary to buy a watch from a non authorized dealer these day or online. I never did that and I will never do unless of course I have someone like you that can verify the watch before purchasing it.
Just for reference, where can someone buy these fakes? Just so that I know to avoid these websites 😬
rwi
Hahaha google "trusted dealers".
Yup, me too… asking for a friend…
RWI / RWG
r/reptime
Awesome review, and many thanks for the useful information. Hypothetically, as there's a huge margin between the cost price of a fake and the retail (or used) price of an authentic Daytona, do you think it's realistic for bad guys who make the fakes to come up with a new generation of fakes virtually indistinguishable from an authentic Rolex? A lot of what is pointed out as discrepancies, between real and fake, seem addressable issues, given time and money.
Insane video with super good in-depth comparison.
Wow this is extremely informative,thank you.
One thing (I think) you missed which was a clear giveaway for me is the finishing of the hands. The replica seems to be stamped from sheet metal where the original seems to be machined or at least there is some additional finishing done.
Great informative video !!
Also missed the clarity of the crown flipper of the clasp of the bracelet. Trouble is the bracelets on all Rolexes have always been rubbish
The latest "super reps" are very convincing without an authentic piece next to it for reference and a loupe for really looking at the details, but ive never seen a well made side by side video like this. Really good reference for verifying authenticity! Which factory/version is the replica?
hey would you happen to know a good suer rep site?
Great video, I subscribed hoping for more of these videos
Thanks for this instructive video 👍🏽🙏🏽
The ceramic bezel on a SD43 floats above the case and you can see in between it. You can’t always use the bezel “tell” this way. Also Rolex QC is not that great. I’ve seen multiple instances on Rolex watches with flaws that are visible without a loupe.
The only thing holding me from buying fakes, is my kids one day will be disappointed once they grow up and learn about it.
Thanks for a great informative video! Can you do the same for GMT Master with 3285 movement ?
Love to see more authenticity checks :)
Awesome video but just a point: the clasp you described as “easy link” is the clamshell. The easy link is the microadjust feature where you can fold the end link into the clasp.
Isn't that called the flip lock?
Yes this was a miscommunication during the editing stage. We originally planned to shoot the easy link ASMR and ended up with the clam shell but didn't edit the footage... But both have a similar quality difference. Thanks for the callout.
@Wristcheck: do you think the 1000 dollar price tag on the replica Rolex would be fair market value or maybe even a good value, if you wouldn't take into account that it was a replica of another watch?
No, this exact rep normally goes for the 500 dollar mark, he overpaid quite badly.
Yes, they are good value as a watch in their own right. The thing is, you can other awesome watches for the price that aren't fakes
@@marcustulliuscicero9140 I suspect he's lying about the price to make the replica seem a worse deal. CF daytonas can be had for $400 USD
would you care to expoundon that ? what site do you think sales the best replicas @@marcustulliuscicero9140
Thanks for the knowledge man!
Thanks lots for the information
To be fair! i would get the replica one! it seems to be pretty solid
The more videos like these are made the better the quality of the replica gets
This is a common misconception. They could improve the quality if their buyers could afford it but they would just be dealing with the same costs and margins as Rolex. They can of course improve the quality and accuracy throughout the watch but the price of the watch would get closer and closer to the real thing.
Superb video quality. Keep them coming 🤌🏼
Great content, congrats guys!!
Yep as soon a you showed the movement the one on the right is fake as it doesn’t have a free sprung balance. I have a real panda and a super fake for travel, I leave a piece of red tape inside the clasp so I don’t confuse them. They actually keep the same time and the power reserve on the fake is better by about 8 hours.
Is your replica really that close in looks that you have to put the tape? That's crazy that they are getting that good with these replicas
Yep it’s that good it was the best super clone panda available, the only way I can tell is the wind is a bit more ratchety and the with the back removed the movement isn’t as well finished and the balance adjustment is different as described in this vid. It’s a really amazing watch for the money though even though it’s a super fake. I’ve worn it into Rolex ADs in the UK and France and they had no idea even holding it until I told them.
@andrewgiblin3468 that's crazy. I have an Omega Speedmaster and my nephew loves it he's into astrology and anything space I wish I could give him mine and go by another one from myself but I'm not in the position to right now. But with these replicas it's tempting to just get him one for the time being. I'd let him know it's a replica and I don't think he'd care. Did you get it from a website?
you should be able to tell from the rehaut finishing when comparing them side to side
@@andrewgiblin3468 Could you tell me where you got your super clone from? I'm really keen to pick one up. I'm so done waiting for my AD and playing this cat and mouse game of having to have a "relationship" before being given the "opportunity" to buy one at retail. Thanks!
When the details are that miniscule, only people with money to burn can see the difference. Imagine the profit Rolex makes on a watch when the fakes are so good and so cheap.
Profit is huge!! Good point
I wouldn't call the difference in accuracy of timekeeping 'minuscule'. The whole point of a wristwatch is to keep good time.
doesn’t Rolex donate all their profits anyway? If you buy the real thing and you are indirectly giving to charity!
The analogy of figure skater made that concept stick. Thanks for all the knowledge .!
Great video mate.
You really tried your hardest to make the authentic look way better, although the fake one is just better!
So in other words, the Chinese fakes are getting to the point of being 99% of the authentic, with very few minor differences that can only be noticed if you have an authentic side by side to compare it to. The quality has dramatically increased over the past few years, as well as given the opportunity for many to learn. Give it a bit more time and I believe that they could be even closer. My opinion is that they should start a new Chinese brand that competes with these other high end brands.
You that any Chinese company could make a watch that would be like miles better than any Rolex or wathever name you can think of, and still, no matter the price, most people would still diss it just because it's Chinese.
@@orlandoventor1754 many do not realize just how advanced they are as far as industrialization and machining is concerned. Typical American mindset is so screwed.....we better hope they do not declare war or some of these unicorns are going to have to pony up real quick lmfao! Bought a catalytic convertor, chinese built, for $40 vs $400 for American made.....and guess what.....it worked and passed emissions with flying colors. Just crazy the way some think.
They can do it identical if they knew if the customers willing to pay higher for it , but they want to keep it affordable, cuz its price is 780$ but actually they sell it half the price for replica dealers
it might look the same but probably wont function properly and no one will service it
San Martin is definitely people who've made replicas now making homages
Great video. Didn’t realize the Gundam model until the end! I built hundreds of those as a kid, no wonder why I love watches.
Excellent vid. Mad props for your expertise.
Thank you for the wholesome comment! It helps to be a watchmaker having worked for Rolex. But we create this content so we can equip everyone with the tools to spot them without a professional. Although, I recommend always having a professional authentication source because Rolex does not offer authentication.
These super fakes are so good, that I'm never going to buy a Rolex on the secondary market, only from an AD. Great video, but I'd appreciate more call outs when you do a side by side comparison as I had no idea what to really look for until the quick segment was over :( Thanks.
You shouldnt buy rolex if it so easy to make very good replica ...would you buy ferrari for 150k if everybody on your street could buy exact replica for fraction of price?
This is the exact reason Rolex does not really go that hard after the replica makers other then when some replica maker makes to much noise. It drives sales to the AD`s where Rolex profits and away from the second hand market where Rolex does not profit.
There's simply no way of spotting a fake of this level when looking at it eye to wrist. A HUGE difference in price, for things the naked eye can't see.
Correct. There is no reason to buy a real one, except if you are Jeff Bezos and it is only peanuts to you.
Wrong, when you own and know the real one, you'd see the difference in a second.
@@EGO0808
Naaah, you would not. ☝🏿🧐
You only feel offended, since you put a hell of money into a watch that is also available for 50 US$.
The only chance of identifying a clone is at night or at least when it is dark. Clones may not have fluorescent hour markers. They have, but it is not very bright.
Great video never seen such a good fake vs authentic Rolex video. Would love to see a Datejust or Daydate.
That was great video. Super detailed. Props to the replica too. Without the side by side comparison and the proper information, there would be no way I would have known the difference. Gotta give it to the replica though, looked pretty flawless.
Also, nice RX-78 gundam in the background! Perfect Grade?
PG Unleashed! You know it. Thank you for the compliment! We will continue to make these videos in hopes that the mass majority can begin to spot them for themselves. We need to do a better job at comparing the quality and not just the visual similarity...
Take away... Gen Daytona's are overpriced on the current market by 30k and It probably costs Rolex ~1000/ea to produce to sell for 15k before they get resold for 30k. Clean Factory + swap gen crystal/gasket + light rehaut polish & call it a day for ~1300 bucks all in. Also the Dang Dong 4130's can run much closer to Rolex accuracy shown in the video with a simple service and Moebius oils.
It cost Rolex millions to design it,make the machines to produce the movements etc
@@fergulator7297yes but only because they have to pay swiss salaries which are as high as their mountains 🏔️
How much do you think it costs part wise to make the real one?
Probably 2-3k?
$1,000-1,500, Depending on the movement. Add 3-5 thousand more for the solid gold versions and gemstones.
The Rolex grants ADs at least 30 to 35% of the retail price
Best fake vs. real vid ive seen. Really learned alot
I had no idea about that nfc card thing I tried it on my warranty card and it took me straight to the Rolex website so cool. This was probably one of the best side by side comparisons I’ve ever seen. Can you plz do a datejust since that’s a commonly faked model?
nowadays it is virtually impossible to ascertain the difference between an original watch and and a superfake . To see whether is real or not you need an expert like this guy that brings the watch to the lab and opens the case inspectioning every details.I have a girlfriend that bought a superfake Hermes Kelly bag ( $ 1500 ).She went with it to the official Hermes shop and the staff complimented her .......for the beautiful Kelly bag.This says it all
Hate to break it to you but that’s what the staff is trained to do. They are trained not to call out fakes.
@@beerkegaard More likely is that they had no idea its a fake, not to mention something like hand bags is a thousand times easier to make a good fake than something like a mechanical watch.
Hi I have a very very important question for you, I hope you can answer. Does the 116500ln always have a Laser Etched Crown on the crystal? If everything else on the watch is right and the LEC is not present then does it mean the crystal was replaced?
Subbed because of this vid, keep it up!
Not mentioned is the fact that genuine parts are interchangeable with the parts in the cloned/faked movements. So, those parts that are a dead giveaway of a fake movement, such as the balance wheel and the balance bridge, they can be replaced with genuine Rolex parts. So, for less than $1,000 more, the movement can be made look look MUCH more like a genuine Rolex movement.
I believe the Rehaut is the best way to indicate that a watch in not authentic. If they find a way of improving that, it could get VERY difficult to pick out a fake.
It is already difficult to take out a clone. This requires a magnifying glass.
Movement is best way to tell without loupe.
If you're standing 3ft away from someone it's impossible to distinguish.
This is a good video on how not to get conned. But being able to tell who's wearing the real deal is impossible unless they hand it to you.
Not if you take the back off. Then it is easy to tell without even removing any parts.@@dacat8171
I always wonder why companies that are capable of producing such attractive and quite high-quality replicas do not produce their own designs.
Supply and demand
Much easier to ride on someone’s coattails than to forge your own path. Rolex has over a century of brand equity with watch enthusiast, while a brand new Chinese maker will sometimes start at a negative brand view because Swiss watches are seen as far better than Chinese watches. But some of these factories do eventually make their own design, but that side of their business will always be less profitable.
bc rolex is a rippoff bit better than mediocre (horologically speaking) brand :D
in the end everybody is happy both rolex that keeps the hype and reps that feed if not thousands- millions of ppl
Why build a $1,000 watch to compete with Rolex only to go bankrupt, when you can build a $11,000 Rolex clone for $500 and sell it for $1,000.
Without exaggeration, the size of the rolex replica market is probably bigger than Rolex themselves.
Great video!!! Thanks!
best comparison video I've ever seen 👍
So, basically…if the Fake creators decide to invest $1000 more dollars towards workmanship, they can match Rolex. To me this exposes just how “overpriced” Rolex’s are right now…..
If they make a 5k fake it would be better than the real one...
Name something in the luxury sector that's not overpriced. Is a Burkin bag worth $10000? How about a pair of regular Nike shoes that can be $100, but probably costs $15 to make, is that not vastly overpriced? This watch will outlast you with proper care. If you don't want a Rolex because they are overpriced, then don't buy one. G-shocks keep better time, and require a battery change every few years, maybe that's what you should be looking at.
This actually applies to almost all luxury brands. There's $100 counterfeit louis vuitton products out there that are pretty much indistinguishable from the real thing, and in some cases, the quality control has actually shown to be better than the real brand
Well, back then when those counterfeits came out, you could still purchased the real deal at authorized dealer at regular price, even with slight discount. People were looking for counterfeits as a affordable alternatives. So cost control really was a matter for whose who made the fake one. But, nowadays, you cannot buy any real first-hand Rolex by "normal" means, I would agreed, to some extent, for those counterfeits makers invest more to upgrade their products. The market currently can sustain "ultra" clone.
Yeah Rolex has the advantage of mass production but it is known that the fabrication cost is somewhere around $1500 - $2000 (for a steel daytona, the simpler models even less)
Even at 1000 dollars the replica remains a great deal because the level of finish is exceptional 😎🔥 Great video. Well done 😉
thanks for showing the timegrapher results that's a very impressive movement
Impressive educational video. Thanks.
I personally wish for however made the replica to make their own brand (maybe they do). This level of attention to details and making it good will be much more appreciated on a small up coming brand
The thing is though they are benefiting from the brand Rolex has built over time (which I personally don’t care about). I doubt people would pay a thousand dollars for a micro brand even though it’s made to a very high standard.
Its kind o funny to me. Sure for someone looking to buy the real one its good info. But for the obvious very small differences and the rather huge price differences, one can understand many would rather buy a replica.
Watch enthusiast + GUNDAM = he is truly a man of culture
Great informative video and rx78-2 gundam looks really good 😂
1000 is kinda expensive actually, you can get a clean factory Daytona for around 600 and it is a lot better the one show in the video
Clean factory V2 with a deep crystal, updated hands and adjusted rehaut would be indistinguishable lol
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And this is why i buy replica
This is the best real v fake vid I've ever seen. Well done.
I’m super happy I found your channel
Best way to spot replica... Or to decide that it's better to just get a replica and the 99.9% same watch for 1/30 of the price, also avoiding all the BS of "waiting list" from Rlx :D
Also because one thing they didn't say in this video, showing the result of the timegrapher, is that you can regulate that movement (the replica one) to be around +/- 3s/d which is absolutely a good value.
sorry to bother but does anyone know where he got the replica from? or anyone know where I can get a replica comprarable?
Dude, I got super lucky with mine and it is running spring drive levels of accuracy. After I first got mine in 2018 I wore it everyday for nine months and it lost just 90 seconds.
Even though I wouldn't like paying 35k for the original, I often think to myself if I bought the replica and people asked me about it how I would feel like a poser. It's not just about getting there real watch, it's also about the journey, struggle and success of making it far enough to be able to afford the authentic.
Wrong not everyone buys watches like that to show off, or talk about what they have. @@cionide
Great video. Any idea which factory made the replica?
Awesome video!!
So, ROLEX is OVERPRICED!!!
Don't care, I just wanna flex for social media likes and rando chicks in bars. Give me the $1k replica any day.