'Rolex’ watch bought in Hong Kong breaks as soon as buyer lands in Hanoi

He put the watch into his bag after that. When he got home in Ho Chi Minh City and took it out again, the minute hand had also broken. He said he would just put it in the drawer, in case it gets him into an embarrassing situation.

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The comment was shared in response to a similar story where a person bought a fake Rolex watch for VND6 million (US$230). It was advertised as a replica that was just like the real product. However, it broke during a wedding and the wearer was embarrassed by the incident.

Many other readers said they would rather buy genuine goods that fit their budget instead of using cheap counterfeits.

Reader dongdnvt:

"Men usually carry only four essential items: a watch, a wallet, a belt, and shoes. And remember, do not use counterfeits. As long as it is good quality, there is no need for an expensive brand logo."

Reader Hoi tham, tham Hoi:

"Major brands bring prestige and strong symbolic value, but in terms of durability and actual quality, many products without big names still perform well, sometimes just as well as branded ones, at a much more reasonable price.

Some small or lesser-known companies invest in excellent materials, stitching, and design, producing products that remain durable and stylish for years. Therefore, if your goal is long-term, practical use, choosing unbranded but genuine and high-quality goods is the smarter and more realistic choice."

*These opinions were translated into English with the assistance of AI. Readers’ views are personal and do not necessarily match VnExpress’ viewpoints.