The last thing you want to do is fork out several thousand dollars only to realize later on you have purchased an utterly worthless fake watch. The thought of people getting ripped off, their hard earned money going to the crooks who fuel the fake watch market makes our blood boil.
Feb 18, 2021 There is a serial number on the case back in addition to the watch model number so identifying which is significant is the only tricky part. Like Breitling, Tag Heuer watch models begin with letters, but the serial numbers can too, so it is typically the number “on top” or above the second listed number.
Avoid all concern and shop through Chronoexpert, we have a team who check & authenticate every one of our watches. Here are our tips for how to check if your watch is authentic.
Obvious Errors
You would be surprised at how much low hanging fruit there is when it comes to fake watches. The obvious errors are the ones easiest to spot. This could be spelling mistakes, yes, that does actually happen! It could be obvious differences in the design of the watch. For example, many fake Rolex watches have a clear casing, when in fact only a few Rolex models have a clear casing.
- Incorrect Serial Number – Fake serial numbers are also common amongst counterfeit luxury watches. There are a number of membership sites that provide databases of known counterfeit numbers. You can cross-reference the serial number of your watch in one of these databases to determine the authenticity of the number.
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Incorrect font or incorrect spacing between letters. Authentic watches are perfectly designed, there are absolutely zero errors. One tiny spacing error in the model name means it is a fake watch.
Ask For A Certificate Of Authenticity
Buying a watch of this caliber isn’t like buying a Casio, they come with paperwork. Make sure you ask your seller for the certificate. Not only will this tell you that your watch is authentic, but it will also tell the next buyer if you want to sell it on in the future. It is possible to sell a watch without a certificate but it can be more challenging.
Research The Seller
Who is selling you this watch? A general high-street retailer who sells gadgets, pre-owned games, mobile phones and pre-owned watches, is a risk. They are unlikely to have experience with the luxury watch market, even if they wanted to they probably can’t advise you.
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Individual sellers are also risky, it could be hard to find information about them online. You could look for information on past sales, enquire about those, ask if you can get in contact with the person they sold the watch too. Don’t be afraid to check out the person you are doing business with.
The safest way to buy a pre-owned watch is through Chronoexpert and we advise that you always deal with sellers through us. This is because we check and verify every watch on this site to ensure authenticity. Buy in confidence with us!
Is The Price Too Good To Be True?
A real Rolex watch, Breitling, Tag Heuer or any other luxury brand is going to cost a substantial amount of money. You pay for the craftsmanship and the quality that goes into the manufacturing of every single watch. Rolex manufacture all of their movements by hand, and they make their own gold, 24 karats is shipped in and turned into 18 karats. If you find a pre-owned, luxury watch at a bargain price, the chances are it’s fake. Do some research online and find out what other re-sellers are selling this model for.
Play A Game Of Spot The Difference
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Find pictures of what this watch is supposed to look like, and get the pictures from the original seller if you can. Carefully examine the casing, the engraving, the face, the markings and look for any inaccuracy. Replicas will not be made with the same care as a real luxury watch. A careful inspection will reveal mistakes and errors which will alert you to the fact that you are dealing with a fake watch.
Weighing In At..
The quality of material used on pre-owned luxury watch is impeccable. The highest quality steel, gold and platinum which gives luxury watches their weight. Most replicas are made with the lower quality metals and usually you can tell the difference just by weighing the watch. If you have some experience you might be able to tell the difference just by handling a real vs a replica watch. Beware of lightweight watches that feel cheap.
The best way to ensure authenticity is to buy through Chronoexpert. All of the watches on our site have been checked and authenticated to give you peace of mind. Our goal is to make the buying process of pre-owned watches an exciting, fun process!! Check out our inventory.
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