are you sure it wasn't a RolOx?

 

You can get a great rolex replica from asia using Japanese Automatic movements(usually Seiko) for about $100. If you want "high end" replica's with stainless steel casing etc, you are looking at about $200.

I mix and match all of my watches and have purchased a "replica" or two.(I wont admit which ones though...) I like collecting watches both "fake" or real... I also appreciate the effort and craftmanship that goes into building a complicated watch. But I will never pay $20k for a watch, unless I'm rolling in money. The key to purchasing a nice replica is to KNOW the product inside and out. I used to work for Movado so I can spot a fake a mile away. BUT I have come across quite a few replica's that were A+ quality.

I wouldn't buy a swiss replica as that really defeats the purpose of buying a replica in the first place. I like to buy em, wear em, if they break they break.(although all of mine are still ticking strong, I've had some as long as 3 years now).

How often would you even wear this watch? Think about that. I see way too many people buy that Rolex Daytona , only to pull it out of the safety deposit box for a one night gala and to put it back the next day. I wear my Movado almost daily and the thing is definitely "worn" but I love the watch. Some people probably may not be able to justify replica's but the same goes for women and their fake louis purses... Its all in how you pull it off. Mix and match and you'll be good to go. my 2 cents. 99% of people will not be able to tell the difference between the real deal and a B+ or A+ knockoff, especially if you never take it off your wrist(assuming you're not at the geneva watch show...)

I'd take a new tag or movado anyday over ANY replica costing $1000+

 

Swatch makes some COOL watches. And are excellent watches for the price. They make great collectors items when you can pickup those rare special editions.