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The_Great_Escape
·Could folks go also report this item on Facebook Marketplace - I chatted with the guy only ping enough to determine he full well knows it is fake
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3155762611420734/
Is this watch real or fake thread - aka Fake Busters!!
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ThreeOhEight
·Hello all!
I’ve been an Omega fan for a while now, and upon recently returning from a deployment I decided to pull the trigger and get an 08-388 series Seamaster on (yup, you guessed it) ebay. This was sold with the authenticity guarantee, but the seller sent it directly to me and as far as I can tell it was never at an authenticator. That raised a red flag, so here I am asking for some expert advice. The auction in question: https://www.ebay.com/itm/154947950699
A few things I have noticed upon inspection:
+ The helium valve seems to be at the correct position to me, and I can’t find anything obviously misspelled. All the lettering looks neat and tidy.
- When I shine a bright light on it for a minute or so, only the hands seem to glow in the dark. I’m not sure if the other markings are supposed to have lume, but it looks as if they are.
- The rotating bezel doesn’t seem to quite line up perfectly when at the 12 o’clock position.
- Last but not least, I can’t find a serial number on it. I know that on some older models it’s not as easy to find, but I’m not sure where it’s supposed to be located on an 08-388 and in combination with the other observations, I’m seriously doubting the authenticity of this watch. What do you all think?
I can provide more/better pictures if needed, also.
I’ve been an Omega fan for a while now, and upon recently returning from a deployment I decided to pull the trigger and get an 08-388 series Seamaster on (yup, you guessed it) ebay. This was sold with the authenticity guarantee, but the seller sent it directly to me and as far as I can tell it was never at an authenticator. That raised a red flag, so here I am asking for some expert advice. The auction in question: https://www.ebay.com/itm/154947950699
A few things I have noticed upon inspection:
+ The helium valve seems to be at the correct position to me, and I can’t find anything obviously misspelled. All the lettering looks neat and tidy.
- When I shine a bright light on it for a minute or so, only the hands seem to glow in the dark. I’m not sure if the other markings are supposed to have lume, but it looks as if they are.
- The rotating bezel doesn’t seem to quite line up perfectly when at the 12 o’clock position.
- Last but not least, I can’t find a serial number on it. I know that on some older models it’s not as easy to find, but I’m not sure where it’s supposed to be located on an 08-388 and in combination with the other observations, I’m seriously doubting the authenticity of this watch. What do you all think?
I can provide more/better pictures if needed, also.
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drhombus24
·Glad it raised a red flag for you. It looks very fake. Take it up with eBay
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The_Great_Escape
·Hello all!
I’ve been an Omega fan for a while now, and upon recently returning from a deployment I decided to pull the trigger and get an 08-388 series Seamaster on (yup, you guessed it) ebay. This was sold with the authenticity guarantee, but the seller sent it directly to me and as far as I can tell it was never at an authenticator. That raised a red flag, so here I am asking for some expert advice. The auction in question: https://www.ebay.com/itm/154947950699
A few things I have noticed upon inspection:
+ The helium valve seems to be at the correct position to me, and I can’t find anything obviously misspelled. All the lettering looks neat and tidy.
- When I shine a bright light on it for a minute or so, only the hands seem to glow in the dark. I’m not sure if the other markings are supposed to have lume, but it looks as if they are.
- The rotating bezel doesn’t seem to quite line up perfectly when at the 12 o’clock position.
- Last but not least, I can’t find a serial number on it. I know that on some older models it’s not as easy to find, but I’m not sure where it’s supposed to be located on an 08-388 and in combination with the other observations, I’m seriously doubting the authenticity of this watch. What do you all think?
I can provide more/better pictures if needed, also.
It's a DHgate shitbox mate. In fact, it's worse.
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Larry S
··Color Commentator for the Hyperbole.20 bucks off a street vendor blanket is more like it. Let us know what EBAY does. Before you try this again. Do a little exploring here, ask questions. Hopefully you get what we call your “noob tax” back. It happens early in the game. Many of us have been there, myself included.
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Kilgore_Trout
·This is from Craigslist so the photos aren’t great or many. What are your thoughts on this Seamaster 300?
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JimInOz
··Melbourne AustraliaBased on the pics, I'd pass.
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Kilgore_Trout
·Based on the pics, I'd pass.
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JimInOz
··Melbourne AustraliaDo you mind sharing what makes you think this is a fake?
For that reason, I'd pass. You could chance it though if you have a return option.
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BroMega
·Ok, so not really a watch then but I'm wondering if these are really real? I mean printing looks like shyte.Being sold on a local auction site.
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Blackbird68
·Anyone have an idea on this? Really like this one but that condition is stellar and there are no pics of the movement or movement card.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Watchexcha...tion/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share
https://www.reddit.com/r/Watchexcha...tion/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share
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versatile
·I see a lot of info about Omega apparently not being willing to service such watches? Is this accurate?
If you’re happy with the watch and plan to keep it for the long haul, there are plenty of watchmakers that will service it the three times you’ll need to in your lifetime.
Wear it and enjoy
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JimInOz
··Melbourne AustraliaCould be, but irrelevant.
If you’re happy with the watch and plan to keep it for the long haul, there are plenty of watchmakers that will service it the three times you’ll need to in your lifetime.
Wear it and enjoy
As the OP hasn't been seen for six years I doubt that he's concerned about it any more.
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Scarecrow Boat
··Burt Macklin, FBIAs the OP hasn't been seen for six years I doubt that he's concerned about it any more.
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Jpanz
·Saw this omega seamaster diver 300 for sale. I do not know the model number. I can't find another diver in this age range (I think it is 99 ish) that says just automatic instead of it being a professional or that bracelet. Bezel or insert is obviously trash. Any thoughts on authenticity? it is being displayed in an omega box with cal 1424 1438 1538.
Oh, and unsigned crown.
Oh, and unsigned crown.
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Geezer
·It's super fake.
J JpanzSaw this omega seamaster diver 300 for sale. I do not know the model number. I can't find another diver in this age range (I think it is 99 ish) that says just automatic instead of it being a professional or that bracelet. Bezel or insert is obviously trash. Any thoughts on authenticity? it is being displayed in an omega box with cal 1424 1438 1538.
Oh, and unsigned crown.
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redpcar
·Cheapie cheapie ☕
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Geezer
·Everything is completely wrong. Omega never made this watch, although I guess it's supposed to looks like a SMP 300.
The crystal caseback is wrong, and the movement you can see through it is cheaply made.
If you see enough quality watches (real or in pics), you will easily spot fakes like this.
The crystal caseback is wrong, and the movement you can see through it is cheaply made.
If you see enough quality watches (real or in pics), you will easily spot fakes like this.
J JpanzCan you share with me what makes it fake. Trying to learn lol.
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fiberguy
·J JpanzSaw this omega seamaster diver 300 for sale. I do not know the model number. I can't find another diver in this age range (I think it is 99 ish) that says just automatic instead of it being a professional or that bracelet. Bezel or insert is obviously trash. Any thoughts on authenticity? it is being displayed in an omega box with cal 1424 1438 1538.
Follow this thread. Surely something will show up that is of interest to you.
https://omegaforums.net/threads/recommended-modern-omega-watches-on-ebay-not-inquiries.5447/
