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i tried Reps in my early 20’s. I purchased a rep Sub and liked the watch but never felt satisfied. There is a whole community of collectors who chase the perfect rep. When I purchased my first real Rolex the feeling of accomplishment was different and never looked back. I have a few watches that were highly rept. And can’t imagine not owning the real thing. Years later I still hold those watches in high regard. Each one represent an important time in my life. I won’t judge anyone who wears them, I just know my watches mean something different to me. Plus these companies have worked hard to build a brand and reputation that deserves more respect. Companies like Invicta and Parnis are capitalizing on the hard work and success of Rolex and Panerai with “Homage” watches that are really just replicated knockoffs. If I created something special and another company duplicated it I would be very upset.
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Ive purchased parts and tools over they years. I even built a watch from parts purchased from them a few years ago.
But… if their value starts to drop and I find someone desperate to move a 0073 for less than 3k I’ll probably jump on it.
They are still a staple for watch collectors who have disposable income but for people like me they are a tough choice. I loved the watch 15 years ago and would have sold half my collection for one but they haven’t aged well in my opinion. They are impressive in person and sit well on the wrist. They drove the big watch movement. Once all other brands jumped on the trend Panerai looked average. If I needed an apocalyptic watch that would be the one. Otherwise I probably have outgrown my Panerai phase.
