People spend a lot of time scouring the Internet for replica watches - something the Swiss say has no value whatsoever. Indeed, the replica industry costs legitimate manufacturers billions in lost revenue annually. Of course, this makes the faulty assumption that the same people buying replicas would also purchase the real thing. In fact, studies show that more than half of replica purchasers never buy a watch in the real deal. Replica watches are a popular choice for people who want a reliable timekeeper at a reasonable price. The problem is that they aren't actually watches - they're fake goods manufactured without the necessary quality controls used by genuine brands. This means that they may not function properly when exposed to water or other elements, which means they can't be taken into the shower with you or washed off in a sink full of hot water. They also don't have the same level of craftsmanship as real watches, so they may look less attractive on your wrist. If you do choose to buy a replica watch, make sure you understand the difference between true and false movements. Some cheap imitations use automatic mechanisms operated by a battery instead of energy from the wearer's arm. These are only good for counting breaths or heart beats and are not suitable for accurate timekeeping. Others sell fake luxury models using high-quality mechanical movements, but lack the trademark design features found in authentic pieces.