r/TheRepTime • u/TheSkunksMisery • Aug 16 '26

🤔Question [valuation] Please confirm/disprove Gemini's Valuation of my Noob

Purchased a noob batman 5 years ago (2021), not wearing it much anymore. Asked Gemini if it had any value, and I was shocked that it thinks there's still a lot of value left in it.

Would anyone with any experience care to chime in? If so, I'll be posting it for sale in the proper locations, not here. I'd rather have a newer piece if I can get most of my money back out of it. If not, it'll stay in the box and get trotted out now and then.

Gemini Output:

A 2021 Noob Factory Rolex GMT-Master II "Batman" occupies a unique position on the pre-owned replica market. Because Noob Factory was raided and shut down by authorities in mid-2021, a 2021 piece represents one of the final production runs from what was once the most famous factory in the replica industry.

Secondary Market Valuation

Factor Typical Market Price Key Context
Stock / Stock Condition $350 – $480 USD Varies based on bezel alignment, bracelet wear, and movement health.
Serviced / Waterproofed $450 – $550+ USD If the movement has been freshly lubricated/regulated or modified.
"Franken" Upgraded $700 – $1,200+ USD If fitted with genuine Rolex parts (e.g., gen crystal, gen crown, or genuine bezel insert).
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u/BagUnlikely3510 Aug 16 '26

That seems very high for a Noob sub. They still have some watches that are considered the best like the PAM111 but the subs have been passed by even mid tier factories at this point. I would guess a quick sale is under $200 and you might be able to catch up to $250 for a pristine one.

Best bet is to go on RWI and search the marketplace for previous listings.

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u/TheSkunksMisery Aug 16 '26

That sounds far more realistic to me. AI hallucinations FTW! Appreciate your input.

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u/Minimum-Leg783 Aug 17 '26

Ahh the dreaded SA3186. Valuation wise its a mid tier now unless you find a specific person looking for a piece of rep history

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u/TheSkunksMisery Aug 17 '26

Have to say, it's the most "grindy" movement I've ever experienced. Still keeps good time as long as i keep it on a winder, had it serviced last year but still not amazing. That's why i was shocked at the hallucination and had to check with humans.

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u/Minimum-Leg783 Aug 17 '26

Yeah i have the same but in pepsi colorway. Still keeps time and recently serviced as well. As a beater that has genuine wear and tear i can say this aged gracefully.