I Tried to Buy a Super Fake Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi

Join me on my adventure as I attempt to purchase a super fake Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi super clone from Vietnam's famous Ben Thanh market. We dive into the replica watch world and try to score a deal on a super clone Rolex watch to compare the difference to the genuine counterpart. Surprisingly, it was a lot more difficult finding a super fake than you would imagine.

Hope you all enjoy this one!

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[brian]

Probably better than dealing with a real AD at this point.

[panchito]

Clean GMTs are going for about 580-590 USD on websites not including international shipping. So 600 USD in hand for the watch is absolutely solid and fair

[digitalentinc]

I bought a replica Panerai when I was in Thailand back in 2005. I was there with a group of friends and our taxi driver/tour guide brought us to the store, and we all bought fake watches just for fun. The result was that I loved the way it looked but seldom wore it since like you, I felt like an impostor whenever I did. Not surprisingly it broke within a matter of months anyway. The one good thing that came out of it was that it inspired me to buy the real deal as soon as I could afford one, and I gifted myself an authentic Panerai 6 years later following the successful launch my business in 2011.

[MatthewAtkinson]

You were shocked about the unprofessionalism of someone dealing in counterfeit watches? 🤔

[jethrojacinto]

I think there has to be a reminder on WHY the fake watch market is booming especially in the past few years - and that's because of brands like Rolex where trying to get a watch for retail has become impossible for most people. Regular folks might have the money to actually buy a Rolex they want at retail but you guys know how that works at this point. So, where do people turn to instead? The replica market. It's obviously much cheaper, convenient, and hassle/drama free. Yes they're not authentic but people are just tired of playing the game that Rolex has set us up to.

[oaktree]

$600 actually sounds like a great deal. I would have paid that.

[MileZeroFilms]

Great video! Very interesting experience. I have a 16600 that I bought new in 2008 but I totally get the allure of a super fake. Don’t have $11, 000 to throw at a Rolex? Then buying a $500 replica Rolex that is nearly indistinguishable from an actual Rolex makes a lot of sense.

[phillipwong]

Watch collector for 30 yrs and I have been buying reps for over 10 yrs and I feel fine (I tell people and colleague) ! I had paid off my mortgage than wasting money buying gens at grey prices where people profit from me. This hobby used to be geeky now everyone wants to flex on Insta. It kills the hobby. Buying reps opens up a huge level playing field where everyone can enjoy the design without taking a mortgage on it.

[EWOHL]

I've unfortunately bought 2 replicas, one was a Cartier in NYC ($30) and another GMT Master from China ($100). Both looked and worked great, but both got fog on the underside of the crystal after wearing them for a while. In each case it was a waste of money and the right thing to do would be to buy a reputable brand like Seiko or Citizen if you want somthing solid in the lower price range.

[chadgraber]

I used to work overseas for the Gov, and I would buy replicas for me and my guys. Having a nice watch is one of many tools you keep in your toolbag because it can get you out of almost any jam. Rolex name is recognized anywhere in the world, but obviously, I didn't want to potentially lose 10s of thousands of dollars. Replicas to the rescue. Personally being a watch guy, I understand the hate towards Replicas, and what they do to the watch world. But this wasn't that. I wasn't trying to feel cool or fool somebody when selling it. It served a purpose. Thats it.

[britewires]

I ordered a clean factory GMT-Master II and replaced the crystal and bezel with better equality and the new DD3285 movement with a 70h reserve. If you don't care about using it as an heirloom or anything, there is no reason for going to a AD and having to spend 5k on jewelry before you can buy a genuine GMT, or going to a grey market dealer and paying a big markup.

[ianwilliams]

I purchased my replica because over the last few years, in Spain, I have been mugged three times, specifically for my watch. The real one is under lock and key, in the UK. It's ironic that the watches cost less than the Ray Ban sunglasses I was wearing, which were authentic! I actually get pleasure from my replica, because it looks and feels like the original, but carries none of the risk. It's not really any different than the super rich having replica jewellery made to wear, whilst keeping the original in a safe deposit box. I think I'm justified in wearing my Rolex clone, simply because I actually own the original.

[barenthoffman]

I've purchased several replica watches, and agree the quality is pretty impressive. My latest one was a John Mayer Yellow Gold Daytona, which the seller re-plated with a Genuine-matching 18K gold. Apart from the weight difference from not being SOLID gold, I doubt anyone would be able to spot it as a fake. As far as how I feel about it... I just love the look, and I think Rolex the company and the Rolex AD's are as big of scammers, as the replica makers. If China can make these watches so convincing for pennies on the dollar, then WHY should I pay the exorbitant prices for a genuine watch? And don't get me started on the gray market prices for Rolex... 😂

[gustavopolanco]

For sure you'll feel like an impostor with a replica, but the bank account will be happy😂.

[trlarosa]

Thanks for the great comments. I agree, when the shop owners treat you like crap it just isn't worth it, for any item, even the most authentic of items. I have had some of those experiences lately and just walk away. Even though I wanted the item, the treatment wasn't worth spoiling the experience

[KurtGerster]

Depending on the movement, a Clean Pepsi can be from 480 to 600 Dollars. In China. Don't expect to get it for 450 in Vietnam.

[mehdishirazi]

People often buy super fakes to leave around the house in case of theft to throw off criminals. I also know people who wear fakes going out certain places, and they leave their real ones at home in case they get robbed. Keep in mind that it's becoming more dangerous in the US. I live in a rich area, and my car got broken into, and some high-end shops got hit. Cops don't care anymore, and I can see the need for this, but I never wear or use fake products.

[kaanarslan]

Although I was skeptical, SWISSAREX made the procedure simple and stress-free. The watch I got is great, too!

[ModernGolfer]

My issue with Rolex is that they're just way overpriced compared to their competition (Omega, Breitling, etc.) While I certainly get their appeal, IMO, there's a TON of watches (not fakes) that are as good (if not better) than Rolex at much more realistic prices.
Buy (for example) an IWC, and you significantly reduce drawing attention from the nefarious types 'cause most of 'em probably never heard of IWC, LOL...