Is this 167.005 fake?

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DekaOmega

·Apr 5, 2026

Hi guys,

I bought a used 167.005 case, and after the purchase I was told that it is a fake case. I am now starting to believe this might be true. Could someone please tell me if it is fake or not, and explain why?

 

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AG77

·Apr 5, 2026

167.005 should have dog leg lugs. I'm not sure these any longer qualify.

 

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DekaOmega

·Apr 5, 2026

AG77

167.005 should have dog leg lugs. I'm not sure these any longer qualify.

They're over polisched, but that doesnt make it an aftermarket case right?

 

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AG77

·Apr 5, 2026

Why do you say you're starting to believe it's a fake case?

 

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DekaOmega

·Apr 5, 2026

AG77

Why do you say you're starting to believe it's a fake case?

Because i saw this document talking about the caseback, so i wanted to be sure

 

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JimInOz

·Apr 5, 2026·Melbourne Australia

DekaOmega

Because i saw this document talking about the caseback, so i wanted to be sure

Your caseback isn't like the fake one Desmond described, it's original IMO.

 

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AG77

·Apr 5, 2026

The polishing on the case-back and medallion looks to match the level of polishing on the case and lugs itself. Leading me to believe they are original to each other.