Alright, let’s talk about this Rolex GMT-Master II with the Pepsi bezel, the “original order” version that I messed around with recently. I’ve always been into watches, you know, the craftsmanship, the history, all that jazz. So, when I got my hands on this one, I was pretty stoked.
First off, I started by doing a bit of digging online. I was looking at some different places where I could find one of these. Found a few options, but nothing really seemed legit, you know? Then, I stumbled upon this one guy, a seller, seemed pretty on the up and up. Talked to him for a while, got a good vibe, and decided to pull the trigger.
When the watch arrived, I was like a kid at Christmas. Ripped open the package, and there it was. The first thing I did was give it a good once-over. Checked out the bezel, the colors, the way it felt on my wrist. It’s got some heft to it, feels solid, just like the real deal. The colors are pretty spot-on too, that red and blue really pop.
- I spent a good chunk of time just playing around with it, setting the time, messing with the GMT function, you know, the whole nine yards. It’s surprisingly smooth for a copy, or “high imitation,” as they call it.
- Next, I decided to take it apart. Yeah, I know, risky move, but I wanted to see what made this thing tick, literally. Got my tools out, started unscrewing things, popping off the back. It was a bit nerve-wracking, not gonna lie, but I managed to get it all apart without breaking anything.
What did I see?
Inside, it’s a bit of a different story. You can tell it’s not a genuine Rolex movement, obviously, but it’s not half bad either. The parts are a little rougher around the edges, but it’s all put together pretty well. I wouldn’t say it’s as precise as a real one, but for something that’s supposed to be a replica, it’s impressive.
Putting it all back together was a bit of a challenge. I had to be extra careful not to strip any screws or lose any tiny parts. But I managed to get it all assembled, and it still worked! That was a relief, to say the least. After a few weeks of daily use. I found there is a difference between this one and genuine in power saving. This replica could keep running about 30 hours after fully winding up. That is good enough for me.
So, overall, I’m pretty happy with this “high imitation” Rolex. It’s a fun piece to wear, and it definitely gets some looks. Is it the real thing? No, but it’s a decent replica that captures the spirit of the original. Would I recommend it? Yeah, if you’re looking for a fun, affordable way to enjoy the look and feel of a Rolex, this one’s not a bad choice. Just don’t go around trying to pass it off as the genuine article, alright?
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