Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with watches for a while now, right? And this whole idea of making a High imitation Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Bezel, it just kinda stuck in my head. I mean, that watch, it’s got that vintage vibe, you know? The two-tone, the brown and black bezel. It’s just cool, no question.
So I thought, “Why not try to make one myself?” I started by looking around online, reading some reviews on Amazon. I wasn’t looking for some perfect replica, but something that looked the part, felt okay on the wrist. Found a few that looked decent in the pictures, especially the one from the American brand Stuhrling. They had one that was listed as a “High imitation Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer Bezel.” The price was right, so I pulled the trigger and ordered it. Also,I did some digging and found a bunch of quotes from other places selling these things. Helped me get a better idea of the price range and what to expect.
When it arrived, the watch looked good. But I wanted to see if I could make it even better.I spent some time studying the real Rolex GMT-Master II Root Beer. Looked at a ton of pictures, tried to understand the details. Then, I ordered some additional parts online, things like a new bezel, a different bracelet.
Next came the tricky part – taking the watch apart and putting it back together with the new parts. I had to be super careful, you know? These things have tiny screws and delicate pieces. There were a few moments where I thought I’d messed it up completely, not gonna lie. But I took my time, watched some videos online for guidance, and finally, I managed to put it all back * bezel was the hardest part, getting it to fit just right and rotate smoothly.
- First, I took the old bezel off.
- Then, I carefully lined up the new Root Beer bezel.
- Finally, I secured it in place, making sure it clicked nicely.
Honestly, it turned out way better than I expected. When I took it to the watch repair shop near my house, even the guy there was surprised. He kept saying it was one of the best replicas he had seen. Felt pretty good to hear that, I’m not gonna lie. I also showed it to some of my friends who are into watches, and they were impressed too. They kept asking where I got it, how much it cost, all that stuff.
It is not just about the looks, though. It’s about the whole process, the learning, the tinkering. I learned a lot about how these watches work, how they’re put together. It was a real challenge, but a fun one. And now I’ve got this unique watch that I’m actually proud of. It’s not a real Rolex, but it’s mine, and that’s what matters.
Would I do it again?
Probably! It was a blast. I might even try to modify another watch sometime soon. Maybe a different model this time. Who knows? The possibilities are endless!
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