Ran into a fake Rolex today.. Why just why??

[Ronin78]

I was at work and I was helping a customer. I noticed he had on what looked like an older Sub. I commented on it and he said thanks and stuck his wrist out so I could get a better look. It looked good to me briefly. It looked to be a Sub 5512 or 5513. I looked at it and told him "nice watch Sir."

To which he replied its a fake. I was a bit taken back. Before I could answer he said "Well it's just like yours except I didn't pay $5000 dollars for it." I politely replied well it looks good and finished our transaction.

I wouldn't normally call someone out as I feel it lacks class. Beyond that I was at work and had to remain professional.

I guess I'm wondering why someone would wear a fake Rolex. Why a fake anything ?? There is no resale or residual value there. Certainly no quality to speak of. It defeats the entire purpose of owning a Rolex.
There is also no history as its a fake.

I didn't think they made copies of old watches. I knew they made copies of new stuff. I've seen those. This looked scary good even after looking right at it.

Maybe it's been too long of a week for me.

[Cement51]

Same reason why people wear knock off brand apparel. It's more about the appearance rather than the appreciation of said product.

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[HogwldFLTR]

It could also have been real and his response was the fake.

[denmanproject]

It would have been hard for me to answer his response politely..... well done

[Old Expat Beast]

Read the rules

5. THIS IS NOT A FORUM FOR THE DISCUSSION OF FAKE WATCHES, BRACELETS ETC, and your opinion are about FAKE WATCHES and who makes them, sells them, buys them and wears them is NOT welcome.



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