Oh, really? That has not been my experience, and I live in the USA. My collection contains 50+ watches (1/3 gens of various value, and 2/3 reps). Nobody has ever question me whether my watch is rep. I usually manage to get compliments about my watches. I do select watches that suit my taste, and are reasonable for someone of my age, profession, and income. I'd be surprised if anyone I know is really aware of rep watches (except that there are a lot of fake rolexes - that why I seldom wear one - many people do assume that a rolex could be a fake). The Motors T is the only Bentley that I own. I do not care for the bezel on the other Bentleys. I like the machined bezel face on the Motors T. I am willing to overlook some flaws at the price that I purchased the watch (less than $230usd new shipped). I admit it is only worn on certain occasions, but I intend on keeping it in the collection. Fot the money, it is a lot of watch. I do agree that if someone is just getting into Breitlings, there are much better choices out there now.