Two watches, perhaps the two best known in the Rolex sports watch collection, that share such striking similarities that one could be forgiven for confusing them at a distance. They are just the fake Rolex Submariner Diver and the GMT-Master II.
To begin with, the similarities. The Submariner and the GMT-Master II are luxury watches. Both watches are currently housed in a so-called “super case” with a diameter of 40 mm and a ceramic or Cerachrom bezel insert. This case, made of 904L stainless steel, made its debut with the GMT in 2007. There are subtle differences between these two cases, but you need to put them side by side and look closely to see them.
However, where we start to see the differences between the Submariner and the GMT is in the bracelet. The Submariner features Rolex’s folding Oyster safety clasp and Glidelock extension system. On the other hand, the GMT’s Oyster features a more straightforward folding Oyster safety clasp with an Easylink 5 mm comfort extension bracelet. There have been several cases comparing the Submariner and the GMT.
The most significant difference between these two watches is the GMT’s extra hour hand, which is topped by a triangular “arrow.” This hand displays the hours in a 24-hour format. This fourth hand can be set independently of the main hour hand, while the 24-hour time is marked on the bi-directional rotating bezel.
When crossing time zones, one can move the GMT’s regular hour hand to reset to local time without affecting the position of the 24-hour hand. It makes such adjustments simple and routine for busy travelers.
Apart from that, the Submariner is a classic three-hand watch – hours, minutes, and seconds. It is available with or without a date function. It is available in all steel, two-tone steel and yellow gold, yellow and white gold, each with a revolutionary ceramic “Cerachrom” bezel.
Depending on the metal chosen, the bezel and dial color choice mean you have many variations for the Submariner. The unidirectional bezel is marked in typical dive watch fashion, with 5-minute increments, a number for every 10 minutes, and a 1-minute scale for the first 15 minutes.
On the other hand, the replica Rolex GMT Cerachrom bezel is marked in 24 one-hour increments. It is currently offered in several two-tone color schemes – black/blue “Batman” and red/blue “Pepsi,” or all black. So, there you have it. The two watches are siblings, almost identical, but both with their abilities.
A quiet price increase for Rolex
We have to admit that Rolex, the leading brand in the pre-owned market, has raised its retail prices by an average of 3.4% – which is reflected in the US prices on the official fake Rolex watches. For many models, this represents a jump of several hundred dollars, with some models costing more than $2,000.
While we usually expect price increases for most years, this year’s price increases depending on the model, with classic models like the Day-Date seeing minor average price increases and specialty models like the Daytonas and GMT Master II the most significant increases.
Rolex watches have been rising in price for decades and are now more expensive than ever – but the trend shows no signs of slowing down.
Due to ban restrictions and a soaring market, people have more money to spend, suggesting that demand for watches is outstripping supply, sending people to third-party dealers. The waiting list is now a decade long, and new pieces are becoming harder to find as prices climb on the pre-owned market.
Last September, Rolex claimed that “. Our current production cannot fully meet existing demand, at least without compromising the quality of our watches. We refuse to do so because the quality of our products cannot be compromised.
Some people who have been saving up for a watch will be disappointed by the price increase, but if you’re looking for a Rolex, it’s a safe and sound investment this year. And we would say that any price you can get from a genuine dealer should be considered a buying privilege.
You’ll be pleased to know that buying a pre-owned replica Rolex from a reputable dealer like us is much easier than buying a brand new Rolex yourself At our new High Street boutique in Epping, we have a large selection of models for you to admire.
While you may think the initial outlay is expensive for your new addition – if you manage to get a brand new watch – there is always the hope that its value will increase over time. It may be an excellent investment if it comes in a box and has the original paperwork.