Anyone who buys a Link Bracelet from Apple is an idiot (unless it was when they were first released or scarce)
Not appropriate to label one an idiot for a purchasing something they choose to purchase. Scarcity of the band has nothing to do with a purchase for the link band. One can justify the purchase for the high quality and appreciation behind the craftsmanship, it takes nine hours to manufacture the link strap. If you haven't handled or worn one, then you wouldn't understand the beauty behind it.
Yes, there are cheaper third party options similar in physical appearance and link removal, but the OEM link band is nothing short of exquisite and trumps third party stainless bands. I own the stainless link and black link, it's worth it by my standards.