Alright, let’s talk about how I snagged this two-tone black Submariner, ’cause it was a bit of a journey. I’ve always been a watch guy, and the Submariner has been on my radar for a while. Not just any Submariner, mind you – the two-tone black one. It’s just got that classic look with a bit of flash, you know?
First off, I started doing my homework. Scoured a bunch of forums, read a ton of articles, and watched way too many videos about these watches. I mean, these things aren’t cheap, so I wanted to make sure I knew what I was getting into. Learned about the different models, the movements, all that stuff. Even got into the whole debate about real versus fake – it’s a wild world out there!
Then came the hunt. I hit up a few authorized dealers, but no luck. Either they didn’t have the two-tone black in stock, or the waitlist was longer than my arm. I even tried some of those online marketplaces, but honestly, I was nervous about dropping that kind of cash without seeing the watch in person. Plus, the whole fake Rolex thing kept nagging at me. I mean, some of those fakes are pretty convincing these days.
After a while, I started looking at the pre-owned market. Found a few options, but it’s tricky. You gotta look closely at the details, man. Checked the weight, around 130 grams give or take, since apparently two-tone one is a bit lighter. Looked at the case diameter too, 40 millimeters, which is standard for these Subs.
- Weighing: I brought a small scale with me, no joke. Wanted to be sure about that weight.
- Inspecting: Looked at the details under a loupe. Checked the crown, the bezel, the middle links – all the gold parts.
- Movement: Listened to the movement, checked the date change. All those little things that can tell you if it’s genuine.
Finally, I found one that checked all the boxes. A guy a few towns over was selling his, and he had all the papers and the box. We met up, I did my whole inspection routine, and we struck a deal. It felt good, man. Like a real win. The watch was in great shape, and it looked even better in person than in pictures.
Holding the Real Deal
Getting this watch on my wrist was a great feeling. It’s got that heft, that solid feel that you just don’t get with a fake. And the way the light hits that two-tone bracelet and bezel, it’s something else. It’s not just a watch; it’s like a piece of craftsmanship, you know? Plus, I heard these things hold their value, or even go up in price if you keep ’em in good shape. Not that I’m planning to sell it, but it’s nice to know.
So yeah, that’s the story of my two-tone black Submariner. It was a process, but totally worth it. Now, every time I look down at my wrist, I get that little reminder of the hunt, the find, and the feeling of finally getting something I’d been wanting for a long time.
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