Is vintage collecting a dying hobby?

[MorningTundra]

Originally Posted by gman5515

1) demand vs supply - the vintage pieces are no longer in production. u can't get more of them in the market(except through replicas or fakes-but seasoned collectors would know better).

With demand and supply being so out of balance, the financial incentive to cheat with fakes or frankens grows with each new price high. As does the technology and sophistication.

Vintage experts claim rather confidently, to be one step ahead and able to identify even the best fakes... but can they really? Only the criminals and perhaps Rolex can know for sure.

[gman5515]

Originally Posted by MorningTundra

With demand and supply being so out of balance, the financial incentive to cheat with fakes or frankens grows with each new price high. As does the technology and sophistication.

Vintage experts claim rather confidently, to be one step ahead and able to identify even the best fakes... but can they really? Only the criminals and perhaps Rolex can know for sure.

well, they will get better- take the vintage Daytonas as a good example. there'll always be someone who will try, and will reach within collectors' hands somehow. A good reminder to remain vigilant, and never let your guard down, especially when so much money is at stake.