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Originally Posted by SwissmadeTexan
So much paranoia in this thread. Of all the stories that come out of this forum and other various watch places and a story about a fake being sold by a known dealer happening literally almost never I’d imagine you have a better chance being struck by lighting several times than buying a fake from a reputable dealer. Chances probably like .000001% or something. I also wonder how y’all even get out of bed in the morning or get into a car and drive?
And a “super clone” rep movement won’t last “5 years” until it’s noticed. Even the best clones are still awfully put together, over oiled, low quality parts, bad machining, under pressure tested if at all. These watches won’t last long. Even the best of the best won’t last long without a good service+pressure test after it’s sent from China. So to imagine there’s thousands of people out there walking around with clones unknowingly purchased for $20k+ is a real stretch.
And the guys saying “I only buy from an AD” all I can say is you sound extremely arrogant at this point in time. Tons of ADs have had their status stripped from them the past few years. If you don’t have a 10+ year relationship, since way before empty cases, and bought tons of other junk jewelry/watches over that time frame, your chances of getting any Rolex these days are about as good as winning the lottery.
So grey market is a must for some of us to enjoy these time pieces before we die. Even for some of the most wealthy people.
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I have a very good relationship with Tourneau in NYC. Since 1996. I also have a very good relationship with a dealer on 47th street. Bought more Grey than not. And now I even bought one via ebay. But I prefer AD. Obviously.
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