An outcome of progress in 3D printing and improving the quality of CNC machines is that fake watches have become more sophisticated.
* 40 million counterfeit watches are sold each year.
* Rolex fakes making up half.
* 80% of fake watches now closely resemble genuine watches compared to 20% only 5 years ago.
* Fake watch sales to around 35% of transactions.
* 68% of people who bought fake watches are now reluctant to buy pre-owned.
https://robbreport.com/style/watch-collector/over-million-fake-watches-circulating-uk-report-1234883998/
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