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Is this watch real or fake thread - aka Fake Busters!!

  1. GordanDaniel Apr 21, 2020

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    Is this watch Authentic ? (pre purchase question)
    priced at $2000 CAD
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  2. TheDuke1979 Apr 21, 2020

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    Is it still the case then that they fakes have the second regulator?
     
  3. rob09 Apr 21, 2020

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    Yes, that is the same.
     
  4. larryganz The cable guy Apr 21, 2020

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    Looks real to me, as long as the hands are silver (and just reflecting the color black in the photo). The serial number on the tag matches the one on the watch case, the helium escape valve position is correct, the second hand red tip is faded as expected with a used model, and the lume pip on the bezel looks correct.
     
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  5. GordanDaniel Apr 21, 2020

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    Yep, its just a reflection it is sliver.
    I appreciate it. thank you.
     
  6. ChuckHK Apr 21, 2020

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    Hi everyone! Looking to buy a CK2998 and wanted to get your collective wisdom on if it looks legitimate to you or not?
     
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  7. larryganz The cable guy Apr 21, 2020

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    You do know this is the smaller mid-size version of the 2254.50, right?
     
  8. Evitzee Apr 21, 2020

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    Looks legit, does it come with all boxes and papers? In the end it comes down to how much you like it and the cost. I wouldn't pay extra for the low number.
     
  9. larryganz The cable guy Apr 21, 2020

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    Looks correct to me.
     
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  10. ChuckHK Apr 21, 2020

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    Yes, it comes with box and papers. Out of interest, why do you suggest I don't pay a premium on the low number? Thanks again!
     
  11. Evitzee Apr 21, 2020

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    It just doesn't make a difference to most collectors. Sellers will often try to tell you a lower number is more valuable. It's a sales tactic.
     
  12. ChuckHK Apr 21, 2020

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    Got it. Many thanks for the advice!
     
  13. larryganz The cable guy Apr 22, 2020

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    I've always felt that the 1st in a numbered series, and the last number in a series were more desirable to me. When my #05/75 Nomos Timeless Limited Edition was stolen by a FedEx employee on it's way to service for being too fast when it arrived, I had the chance to jump on #75/75 as a replacement and wish I had, now that I look back on it. I took the refund instead, but the watch was going to be for my son and he really liked it (not as much as the Seamaster Pro that I gave him instead).
     
  14. ChuckHK Apr 22, 2020

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    Oh, wow. That's a shame. Glad he liked the Seamaster instead!
     
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  15. Seamiesask Apr 22, 2020

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    Hi guys,

    I'm debating buying my first Omega after swapping & chopping my way into the price range.

    I am debating buying this for $2450. The seller says it is a "Special Japan Only" Speedmaster. What do you think?
     
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  16. larryganz The cable guy Apr 23, 2020

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    It looks like a genuine 3211.50 to me. It looks high quality without anything suspicious. What other provenance is the seller offering, like serial number with matching warranty card, etc?
     
  17. GordanDaniel Apr 23, 2020

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    Hey experts.
    I missed out on the mid size 2252.50
    I am now aiming towards this 50th anniversary. Seamaster 41.
    2534.50 GMT.

    Does it look legit from the photos i have so far?
    Thanks guys/gals
    can ask for more pictures if needed.
    (looking for authentication because of course no jewelers are open .
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  18. orlis Apr 23, 2020

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    [​IMG]


    Fake on omegamania and omega watch owners group on FB...
     
  19. Seamiesask Apr 23, 2020

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    I just got these photos too. Apparently it comes with papers but I dont have a photo.

    What do you think?
     
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  20. larryganz The cable guy Apr 23, 2020

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    Real.

    I haven't seen them fake such good pelage finish of the movement before, or fake the 1165 movement itself yet, and the SN on the case matches the movement as well. The 1164 movement is based on the Valjoux 7750 but with some changes, that the fakers don't tend to do.