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Quite simply put I own an Rolex GMT Master II and it is by far the finest watch in my collection. Fit and finish are beyond reproach. The movement is unique and functions unlike any other I own. Was it overprice? In my mind's eye no. Would a DeBaufre Ocean GMT look like it? Well, yes, but in no way does an ETA 2893 match the Rolex 3185 for functionality. I also wanted in the 16710 world before it went bye bye...
As for the Panny homages... all the ones I own are inexpensive (cheap) third world products. They look good at a glance but in reality the crystals are shit, lume sucks and they generally wouldn't fool any WIS. Now can a nice homage be had? Well of course. Shady's OC homage is a fine example along with the others making "high end" homages (JOA, Davidsen). However, these in no way match the inherent quality in the Panerai line. I wanna get in a Panny... and why? Each element of the watch is of super quality. I have held and come close to buying but no now is not the time. Every Panny I have seen and touched has impressed me across the board. Overprice? May be yeah, but imho worth every penny for the real deal.
Having lathered on and on, I'll also add the WIS world for me is not all ego and prestige. I have watches in my collection from the Rolex to Invicta and I wear them all. Variety is the name of the game, and if I like the way something looks and functions then it goes on the wrist. I get just as much notice from a "cheap" watch as from the Rolex and no one asks if it's real. I kid you not, every time I wear my Magico Square, I get 3 or 4 compliments on it and questions. Beyond that, i enjoy wearing something different. This is supposed to be fun and not about ego plays.