Well, this is another kind of discussion, but let’s see how these Noob v10 Subs look in 20 years and compare them to a 2019 Rolex Sublariner 116610LN, ok?
I mean, that is if the noob still has the bracelet intact, or the original movement without having to have it replaced, or the crystal shattered/scratched, etc. Thinking a rep is almost as good as a high end genuine watch will only fool yourself, man...
Well I would argue that those who think that "gens" - and yes I am using the quotation marks on purpose- are somehow magically exempt from shattered crystals, worn out straps, poorly running movements, weathered dials, busted cases, are the ones fooling themselves.
Have a look on ebay. How many "gen" Rolexes, Omegas, let alone Hamiltons, Elgins, and other domestic brands like Pontiacs that are 30 or 40 years old are still with their original movements in tip top shape running condition, straps that have not stretched and worn, crystals that are not scratched to a haze, dials that have not weathered or are even water damaged, oxidized hands, etc, etc, all that stuff that happens to a watch when you use it what it is for, which is to strap it on your wrist so you can catch the bus on time.
The only well preserved "gens" are the ones that owners put in a drawer when the quartz revolution occurred and people figured out that they could have a watch that tells time super precisely and you don't have to wind it every day. Or had a very minor defect and peeps just did not bother. Or they got bored of the colour or their wife bought them something else for ttheir anniversary so that got worn instead. Or one that has been meticuloulsy maintained, been brought to the watch maker for a service every 5 years-which causes its own problems for the collector. A Rolex that has been worn every day after having been bought at the PX in Da Nang in 1968 and has been continuously worn since then will have had new crystals, dials, hands, and probably movement parts, and probably had its case "polished" down by about a third of its original volume. And is therefore pretty worthless for a collector.
Same with an Opel Kadett purchased in 1971 and has been used for the grocery and the school runs and the yearly trip to Torremolinos. That thing ain't around no more.
You put that Noob in a drawer and wear your Casio instead and in 20 years all it needs is a drop of oil and she'll be ready to rock!