How Counterfeit Rolexes are Damaging the $20 Billion Pre-owned Luxury Watch Market | Timestamps
Beware of the fakes! Learn to identify counterfeit watches as we reveal the subtle inconsistencies and telltale signs of inauthentic pieces. Hear first-hand from a U.S. Customs agent who shares their experience with intercepting fake luxury watches, seizing hundreds of counterfeit items that make their way into the country.
Curious about what makes a package stand out to U.S. Customs agents? Our expert guest reveals what piques their interest when scanning countless packages every day. Learn what catches their attention and how they determine potential risks amidst the sea of incoming parcels.
Take a step back in time as we uncover the fascinating history of Rolex, one of the most renowned luxury watch brands. Discover the secret to its success and the strategic decisions that positioned it at the forefront of the industry. From significant milestones to innovative designs, understand why Rolex has become a symbol of luxury and prestige worldwide.
Explore how the power of movies and sponsorships propelled the growth of Rolex. We dive into iconic moments in cinema and sport where Rolex stole the show, examining how strategic product placement and partnerships have played a pivotal role in the brand's rise to fame.
And finally, for watch enthusiasts and potential collectors, we reveal what experts look for when authenticating watches.
0:00 Watches 3x In Value
0:31 Watch Price Increase Since 2011
0:39 Counterfeit Timepieces
0:44 U.S. Customs Seizing Watches
0:51 Customs Agent Finds Fake Rolexes
1:00 Spotting a Fake Watch
1:11 How Fakes Can Ruin Relationships
1:22 Watch Expert Shops and Negotiates Deals
3:40 $175k Watch
4:24 Making More Money Selling Spare Parts For Watches
5:21 Paul Newman Rolex Daytona Sold For 15.5 Million "Bull Run"
6:00 Why Demand Is So High For Rolexes
6:44 Rolex Started Off As a Sports Brand
7:15 Edmon Hillary 1953 First To Wear a Rolex Oyster Perpetual On Mt. Everest
7:24 Rolex Started Sponsoring Others
7:29 Rolex Started Showing Up In Movies & On Actors
7:45 Rolex Daytona Impossible Waitlist "I've Been Waiting Since 1996"
7:55 Used Rolexes Selling for 2-3x In Secondary Markets
8:05 U.S. Customs Identify Red Flags While Looking For Fakes & Discovers $11,000 fake
9:31 Watch Expert Shares What He Looks For While Identifying a Fake Rolex
9:55 How To Test Gold From On Rolexes To Determine If It's Real Or Fake
10:43 Fraud Prevention
10:56 Grey Market Watch Dealers Selling On Secondary Market
11:22 Timepiece Educational Videos
11:57 Hustling Luxury Watches
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