Watches that appear in movies are more than just handsome accessories; they are tied to the storyline and add depth to the characters. In the past, watches appearing in movies often became signs of serendipity - the right watch strapped to the right (handsome) wrist. Later, watches in movies became a carefully orchestrated product positioning for the studios. But however they came about, some of the luxury replica watches that have appeared on the wrists of big-name Hollywood actors have become stars in their own right.   The silver screen is the best billboard in the world. Not only do you have the visual aspect, but you also have the time to explain the product, associate it with the ideal movie star, and even (in some cases) give it a distinct personality that the audience will always associate with the watch. Much can be said about a character through their choice (or anti-choice) of the watch. Throughout the movie era, many characters have worn watches and fashions and have enjoyed unprecedented success or longevity as a result. Savvy product placement can make a brand a fortune, but more than that, it has a real and tangible emotional impact on our cultural background. What we particularly love about the best replica watches on the silver screen is the sense of awe they inspire. Avid collectors love to go back in time and see these beautiful (now vintage) - pieces. Often, these watches have even inspired an entire generation to collect them. So here's our round-up of some of the most iconic movie watches you may have missed. Patrick Bateman, the protagonist of American Psycho, has become an unlikely pop-culture icon. Despite being a psychopathic killer, Christian Bale's character is stylish and well-groomed. So it's no surprise that moviegoers paid special attention to his watch, a two-tone 36mm Rolex Datejust reference 16013 with a Jubilee bracelet and tapestry dial, in the movie. The story takes place in New York in the 1980swhen two-tone watches forged from stainless steel and gold were very popular. Since its release in 2000, American Psycho has become a true cult classic. So much so that to this day, the Rolex watch worn by Bateman is known among many collectors as the "American Psycho Rolex". Well, it's an obvious choice, but still, it shouldn't be forgotten! In the Apollo 13 movie, Tom Hanks wears an Omega Speedmaster - the official NASA-certified watch for space flight. It was this watch that the astronauts actually wore when Apollo 13 went into space, including NASA's Gemini 4 mission and the historic moon landing mission. Matthew McConaughey stars as the uprooted Mark Hanna in this 2013 classic. Hannah is a perfectly played exemplar of the era. As a genius, his methods and approach are ...... unconventional, to say the least. The people who appear in the film are very wretched in many senses. You need to be a little wild to survive in that dog-eat-dog environment. The Rolex Datejust is a flawless badge of power, but for a character like Mark Hanna, it also works as a disguise. A luxurious watch and a smart suit can go a long way toward earning someone's trust. One of the smartest investments he's ever made... ... We end this list with a real curveball. Few no doubt Natalie Portman's ability to play any role, but her performance as astronaut Lucy Cola is truly remarkable. The Oscar winner shines in the role, as does the unusual-yes-authentic Omega Speedmaster X-33 titanium fake watch she wears on her wrist. The film is an exploration of the mental state of an astronaut who does and sees more than many mortals. Perhaps this explains her somewhat oddball choice, but this unusual analog/digital hybrid quartz watch is indeed a model worn by astronauts due to the high level of functionality it offers. While it is far less recognizable than the classic Speedmaster Moonwatch, the X-33's appearance in the movie is highly accurate and only adds to the authenticity of this must-see film.

One of the most confusing points is around the condition. In your search, you'll most likely come across two watches that look exactly the same -- the same manufacturing, model, reference, and so on -- but with a wide price difference. To add to the confusion, the watch that seems likely to have had a harder life apparently had some impact on its case, or its face had weathered in the sun and was more expensive. It all comes down to many collectors' preference for originality. A watch in 'honest' condition, i.e. one which has never been polished by a service center to avoid any scratches, is incredibly rare and therefore more valuable. While polishing can bring a fake Rolex watch back to life, it does so by removing tiny layers of metal, which, if polished often enough, can lead to uneven ears or the beautiful chamfered corners on the sides. A similar philosophy applies to the dial. Any vintage watch will have a dial that shows signs of age; the question is what kind? One displaying a nice patina, or those known as 'tropical' (where a black dial has faded to an attractive even brown color) is highly sought after. However, one showing signs of water damage, such as staining on the markers, to be avoided and they can sometimes mean that the watch may have internal problems as well. The dial of a vintage timepiece can account for up to 85% of the total value. The conditions should be the same. Both dialing and cell phones should show the same degree of aging, or it's a sure sign that another one has been replaced at some point. Neither the polished case nor the service dial or hands-on vintage fake rolex watches will cause any transactions to fail, but they need to be identified and priced accordingly, rather than the precise dial and original dial of an old watch.

We all know that Rolex is a huge investment. But it can also be a great one. Yet the way people invest in Rolex is changing fast. While you used to be able to get the Rolex you wanted at a good price from a local dealer, the brand's popularity made it almost impossible to get through retail, making second-hand Rolex watches particularly popular with collectors. Because the retail market is so volatile, and because fake Rolex watches are famous for holding great value, many collectors are increasingly turning to the secondary market to grow their collections. Actually, in many cases, we would say a used Rolex is the best Rolex that money can afford. A brand new Rolex can cost you anywhere between seven and fifty thousand dollars - even higher for some of the rare, gold, and diamond-encrusted references. However, what's great about the secondary market is that you can have much more flexibility with your budget, often allowing you to buy a Rolex for significantly less than retail. What's more, for those of you who have larger budgets, your money can go much further with a used Rolex. For example, instead of spending so much on a contemporary reference from a retailer that will at first decrease in value you can invest in a vintage replica Rolex that has been steadily increasing in value. In many ways, when you order a new luxury replica watch, it's like a brand new car. For most brands, the minute you take them off the lot, they are down in value. However, when you buy a pre-owned watch, you keep this price decrease because it has already been absorbed by the original owner. This means when you invest in a used Rolex watch, the chances are much greater than the price will rise during the years that you own it, instead of decreasing at all. Second-hand Rolex watches are also valuable, and collectors have discovered they can wear them for years and sell them for the same price, even more than the original price. While Rolex has more than a dozen collections, each with its own references, the retail selection can often be quite limiting. For instance, many years ago, Rolex made GMT-Master 'Coke' bezels but now only makes 'Pepsi' and 'Batman.' Being open to watches on the pre-owned market actually gives you so much more selection and choice. In reality, many of the industry's most collectible Rolex replica watches are actually stopped or vintage references. What's more, the second-hand market allows you to buy watches that you would otherwise have to wait years for.

The famous green Rolex submarine is a polarizing view of the brand's famous diving watch. Although its diameter remains the same as that of the classic model and other designs, at 40mm, it is by no means your average Submariner. Rolex developed the Submariner in 1953. When it was unveiled at the Basel watch fair, the Submarine was the first in the world to offer a 100m waterproof watch. This is also the first professional series diving watch produced by Rolex. The first model was made of stainless steel, and there was no date mechanism on the dial. The next popular upgrade came in the form of ref. 16610 in the late 1980s, which was the first replica Rolex Submariner to run on the Cal. 3135 movements. Decades ago, a variation was launched under the reference number 16610LV to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Submariner and was fitted with a stunning green aluminum bezel insert, earning it the nickname "Kermit" among collectors. Moreover, it was the first Submariner to consist of a 'Maxi' dial with larger hands and hour markers. The Rolex Hulk ref. 116610LV also entered the market as rolex forum was rolling out its fashion "Maxi" dial, which is over deserving of that name with bigger hour markers and wider hands with white gold surrounds. The Rolex Hulk dial features a charming metallic sunburst finish in Rolex's iconic green hue that radiates from the middle of the hands. The hands and hour markers are also made with Rolex's Chromalight luminescent material, which emits a long-lasting blue glow in the dark. The "Super Case" of the fake Rolex Hulk gives the same 40mm diameter as its 5-digit Submariner predecessors, only now it concludes much thicker lugs and crown guards. The result is a more angular and modern aesthetic that provides an overall larger appearance on the wrist. The shell also maintains a relatively thin profile, just over 12mm thick, giving the wearer the best in terms of bold appearance and comfort. With a newer case came an upgraded Oyster bracelet. This time, it's decorated with solid end links, solid center links, and a machined Oysterlock clasp outfitted with an ingenious Glidelock wetsuit extension system. The Glidelock system features a particular design that allows the wearer to adjust the length of the bracelet up to 20mm in 2mm increments, without the use of tools. In addition to diving, this feature also has practical daily use, as it can also adjust the bracelet to accommodate the wrist as it fluctuates throughout the day. While it's undoubtedly an intriguing replica watch to examine and wear, the 116610LV wasn't almost as popular among collectors when it was initially unveiled in 2010 as it is today. However, the Rolex Hulk ref. 116610LV is in very high demand with multi-year waiting lists at retailers, making it almost impossible to buy brand-new without spending a significant amount of time on a waitlist.

As strange as it may seem, some of your favorite references will look different after you've seen them many times. That's why you always get excited when you see a familiar watch that convinces you that there's still gold in the mountains. To be honest, I rarely see a Rolex watch, but when it is, there is a good reason why. This example of Ref. 1675 was owned and worn by the 51st President of Mexico, Jose Guillermo Abel López Portillo. Although this could not be confirmed, Mr. Portillo's family claimed it was a gift from Fidel Castro to the politician. Castro is another fan of Rolex replica watches, especially the GMT-Masters. Given their close relationship, this is not impossible, but also, there is no concrete evidence. As well as being beautiful and well preserved, the case back is engraved with Portillo's name and comes with a set of accessories related to the President of Mexico. The watch comes directly from the President's family, and its origins have been well documented by the mass media, including a series of clearly visible photographs. This brings us to the point I want to make about this article. Some of the voices on the scene questioned the originality of the radial dial in this example, citing a photograph provided by one of them as evidence that the other dial had been installed. While I applaud and encourage some healthy skepticism, this is another level of boasting. If you claim to be able to tell a change in the face of a fake Rolex watch from a low-resolution black-and-white film photograph, I'd really like to buy your glasses. The dial is correct for the serial range, and reputable dealers will not offer hard evidence for the watches they want to sell. Don't let one person scare you away from a great historical significance.

Two of the coolest Rolex replica watches we've ever seen will go on sale at Christie's in Geneva on May 13th. One, the extremely rare pink and gold Rolex 6062 'Stelline' tri-calendar with moon phase and the sought-after "star" dial, is expected to bring in as much as $2 million, making it a possible record-setting contender at a price at which the Rolex auction could easily exceed their estimates. Christie notes that rose gold 50 refs. The 6062s was made by the iconic Swiss watch brand. There were only ten watches with Stelline's star dial. The 6062(originally launched in the precursor to Baselworld back in 1950) was one of only two Rolex replica watches of the period fitted with moon phase. The 3525 steel and gold chronograph is much cheaper, but more interesting is its former owner, pop icon Andy Warhol. It is an important watch for Rolex collectors, marking the first time Rolex matched a chronograph movement with an oyster case, and it was only made between 1939 and 1945. This early Chrono has an interesting dial that says "ANTI-MAGNÉTIQUE," and is said to carry the DNA of Daytona, the Rolex legend. While the steel and gold isn't our favorite, but it's from a celebrity, and while it doesn't compare to Paul Newman or Steve McQueen, it's definitely an extremely important watch. Christie's sold several other coveted Rolex items in the landmark sale, including a yellow "Padellone" best replica watch, no. 8171, commissioned by the family of the original owner and estimated at $450,000; A stainless steel "Paul Newman" Daytona 6263, with the Mark II dial, commissioned by the descendants of the original owner, is estimated at up to $550,000; There is also a "just released" no. 6239 with a tricolor dial dating to around 1969, with an estimate of $230,000. Last but not least, there is a one-of-a-kind contemporary Rolex, the world's first Daytona skeleton dial, made by the craftsman DE Geneve in collaboration with the racing legend Juan Pablo Montoya and estimated to cost as much as $100,000. Good luck to bidders!

Sales of vintage Rolex knockoffs have soared. Today, many believe that antique fake Hoyle chronologies are "the next best thing" that won't get you into six figures, and they've seen their prosperity over the past few years. Obscure and underrated works like Monza's have risen modestly in value and popularity. Any group has some kind of outlier, and so far, Rolex Daytona is firmly in that position. The fake Rolex Daytona is a rare bird because its birthing cycle is only from 1976 to 1980. It comes in two dials -- the blue you see here, and the smoky gray. Both dials have a biodegradable finish, which means the color darkens subtly as it moves from the center of the dial to the outside edge. Besides, this is one of the few Rolex models that feature integrated bracelets, which means you'll never find a leather or rubber strap. Unfortunately, the connection point of the case is sometimes a badly worn weak link, if the bracelet or case is partially damaged, the owner does not have too many maintenance options. It's also worth noting that the replica watch was one of the last new collections of watches to be fitted with Heuer's Caliber 12 automatic movement, as it wasn't long before the brand started moving towards the now much more common Valjoux 7750. As for dimensions, its case is a modest 39mm across though it is anything but petite on the wrist. Its case is relatively thick, and due to how the bracelet mounts to the case along with the thickness of its caseback, it sits a little proud when on the wrist. I'm the first to admit it that took some time getting used to it, though given its tapered bracelet design it wears quite comfortably. Interestingly, both dial variants of the replica Rolex Daytona have been aging very gracefully over the years. Because of a bit of instability in its finish, fading is quite common on vintage Daytona models. While some can be quite excessive if they've spent a lot of their life in the sun, most fade more subtly and uniformly. The same can be said for their indices and hands, which commonly take on a much more creamy tone over time when compared to the stark white color they started their life with. Though quite distinct in design when compared to its siblings, a few design details from other Rolex chronographs are echoed in this model. Its fluted pushers, slightly recessed into its case, are a direct crossover from other models, as is the raised Rolex logo on its crown. You'll also note a stamped Rolex logo on its bracelet clasp - sadly an item that saw replacement on my personal example before it arrived in my possession. At the end of the day, its case proportions and integrated bracelet will always leave the Daytona as a bit of an "acquired taste" for collectors. It will never see the fame of Monaco, nor will it see the collector appeal of other replica Rolex models that have been reborn as reissues.

Rolex has been manufacturing complicated diver's replica watches that are built to withstand unbelievable depths since the 1950s. Apart from being able to travel far below the surface of the ocean, each Rolex diver's watch boasts a perfect visible dial topped with lume together with a bezel that can be adjusted to measure diving times. The bezel plays a large role in keeping safe time while in the water, as it typically utilizes a unidirectional design, relying on the year the model was launched. While the Rolex Submariner collection first came to market in the 1950s, the bezel was bi-directional. The aluminum inserts boasted 60-minute graduations and a distinct arrow marker at the 12 positions. Serrated edges provided a simple grip for use while in the water. While early generation fake Rolex Submariners were surely impressive for their time, there was much room for upgrades. Between the late '70s and early '80s, the replica Rolex made several important signs of progress to the Submariner, consisting of increased water resistance of up to 1,000 feet, the addition of a sapphire crystal, and a unidirectional bezel. The bezel was also upgraded to a ceramic insert in later models. The unidirectional bezel was an extremely important upgrade, as it allowed time to move forward only, never backward. This feature is invaluable during deep saturation dives when every second matter. To use the Submariner's time-lapse bezel, rotate the zero-marker to the left, stopping at the minute hand. This should be done before descending into the water. Your diving time will be tracked on the bezel via the minute hand as time passes. The unidirectional design is added as a safety precaution; even if the bezel is bumped or moved your diving time will only get shorter. The Sea-Dweller replica watch is another diver's watch produced by Rolex. While it functions similarly to the Submariner, the Sea-Dweller stands apart from Rolex's iconic diver with an increased depth resistance of up to 4,000 feet. Similar to the Submariner, the Sea-Dweller debuted with a bidirectional bezel, which was later replaced with a unidirectional variation with the addition of reference 16600. Its purpose is the same as the Submariner bezel, to measure decompression stops and other diving times. Similar to the Submariner, the Sea-Dweller bezel can be used to measure diving times by turning it counterclockwise to coordinate with the minute hand on the dial. While the Rolex replica was not the first company to make a diver's watch, they are absolutely the most iconic, setting the standard in the industry for quality, function, and style.

The fake Rolex Day-Date, released in 1956, has been the archetypal dres' watch from the archetypal watchmaker for generations now. Manufactured only in the very finest of materials and subject to an almost constant succession of updates in technology and micro-engineering over the years, it has long been the backbone of the brand's prodigious output; one of the most motivational timepieces ever provided. However, it is quite a serious replica watch. Nothing about the Rolex Day-Date suggests the wearer might be up for a spot of lighthearted fun at any moment. With its sober, conservative face and the formality at the heart of its design, it has the weighty air of solemnity about it. Even the unofficial nickname of The President is inescapably business-like.  The overall effect was similar to the psychedelic paint job on John Lennon's Rolls Royce; a  watch as traditional and old-school as a Brooklyn brownstone dragged into the modern era to appeal to a completely different type of buyer. Originally targeted at the Middle East market, the Stella dial watches failed to find an especially enthusiastic response in their day, resulting in a short-lived production run. In the past few years, the price for vintage pieces has been rising steadily, and the modest 36mm dimensions have led to as many females as men seeking out the increasingly rare editions. Since the dials were made from solid enamel, finding one in good condition is becoming more and more of a challenge as the material is prone to cracking. However, they are proving so popular that the replica Rolex has taken steps to stress their resurgence and brought out a fresh series of kaleidoscopic Day-Dates for the 21st century. What can't be denied is that it takes the Day-Date along previously unexplored paths, turning the once most ceremonial of replica watches into one with a great deal more versatility. An ideal choice for summer or just for adding a little something extra to a more casual outfit, it deserves its place on any collector's wish list or those looking for their next investment piece.