There’s no reason to fall victim to the thousands of scammers ever again
From the desk of: Replica Guide Founders Group
Updated: October 4th, 2011
If you’ve ever thought about buying a replica watch – you need to see this first.
Why?
Because we’re here to see that you don’t get ripped off…and suffer the same fate countless suckers suffer every day.
I agreed to write this only if I could speak frankly – in adult terms and tell you nothing but the truth about this tumultuous market.
So if learning the truth scares you or you don’t think you can handle a no-fluff, cookie-cutter-free report on the replica watch market – please don’t read this.
I’m not here to waste your time or mine – only to tell you exactly what to avoid, and what to look for when making this all important purchase.
Now, if you think you can handle the sometimes shocking details of a market that is cloudy at best…and want to blow the smoke off by removing all risk – then you’re in the right place.
Fact is – and this may come as a surprise – I’m not here to sell you anything. This is simply the information you’ll need to make an informed decision regarding an internet market that has gone to the dogs.
Don’t let them take your hard-earned money
It’s become a series of marketing sales letters…a barrage of lies and trickery – and to be blunt – I’m sick of it.
Is there a way to realize a scam before you get taken?
It’s 10:10 – time to take a closer look…
Look closely…you’ll notice that the time is set to 10:10. This is the time set by the actual manufacturers because the face of the watch looks “happy” – like it’s smiling. If you see this on a replica site, chances are you’re seeing a stock photo – that is, a photo from the genuine watch manufacturer – and not necessarily the merchandise you’ll receive. They’ll also usually set the second hand on :31 and the date is a number with an 8 in it. 28, 18, or simply 8. Not all manufacturers do this, just the majority. The reason is, 8 is considered a lucky number.
We know of no replica site that sets the time and date of their products, photographs them, and posts the picture for you to see exactly what you’re getting.
If you believe the watch you’re looking at is what you’ll get – that’s not necessarily true. There may be replica sites out there detailing their own products, we just don’t know. So before you whip out your credit card, send them an email asking if the delivered watch is exactly what you see – if they say yes, they may be being playing you like a bluegrass fiddle – hard and fast. Ask questions and above all, be cautious.
Is this common knowledge of professionals? Well, yes. But you won’t hear it from most sites looking to earn your business. It’s easily overlooked.
Does expense equal quality?
Don’t bet on it. Unless you like throwing your money in the toilet and flushing it down with a smile.
See, here’s another thing for you to remember: all replica watches are made in Asia – specifically, China. If a seller boasts that their Swiss Movement watches are “crafted” in Switzerland…or their Japanese Movement watches are “styled” in Japan – don’t walk – run.
Fact is, these watches couldn’t possibly be made in these countries because the overhead is simply too high. So if they’re offering a replica that costs more than any other you’ve seen because it was made in Switzerland – it’s a lie.
95% of replica watches are made in China and the other 5% are from factories elsewhere in Asia using Chinese parts.
Since you now know the truth about this clever little dupe, know this: the movement is the important part here – because...
Quality equals quality
Quality’s a word that’s lost its power through years of abuse and become so watered down it means exactly nothing.
However, because I’m not here to sell you anything, I can tell you that quality equals quality and confidently restore its impact for you and your future purchases.
So here’s what I’m telling you: Swiss Movement and Japanese Movement should only be taken to mean exactly what it looks like – the movements were made in those countries – not the watch itself.
Think about it – if the watch was made in say, Switzerland, then why wouldn’t it be thousands more? That’s where the REAL watch is made and THAT’S why they can charge a year or 3 salary to buy one!
Since the movement is the most important part of the watch – that’s what you want to establish – where the movement was created. Only buy genuine Japanese or Swiss-Made Movements or you will be sorely disappointed, embarrassed, or worse – out a couple hundred bucks.
It really doesn’t matter a lick where the watch itself was assembled
If the movement is the most important part of the watch – it doesn’t make any difference where the piece itself was assembled.
The next thing you need to worry about is the materials that go into the watch.
Simply put, you want 100% genuine stainless steel cases, leather or stainless steel bands, 100% sapphire crystal displays, and genuine Swiss or Japanese Movements. That’s it.
No embellishments are necessary. Sapphire crystal resists scratches. Stainless steel provides years of no-fade brilliance. And the movements – the most important part – should be Swiss or Japanese to lock-in authenticity.
If you’re told the materials are Swiss- or Japanese-made – it’s a lie. All the parts are fabricated in China – period. There are no replicas made with Swiss or Japanese materials.
A copy is a copy – end of story
Can you find exact copies? That term is an oxymoron.
They can be 100% close – but at the end of the day, a copy is still a copy.
Sorry to burst your bubble, but if you’re told your copy is 100% exactly like the original – you 100% lose. If it were 100% exact, it would be 100% real.
At this point – now that you’ve established the watch has the movement you’re looking for, made from the “quality” materials you need, and carries a fair price for what you know you’re buying, now it’s on to the markings and stamps…
Markings and stamps can be just as important to the watch’s authenticity as the movement itself. If the markings aren’t there – you can easily be called out as sporting a fake.
Make sure the site tells you all markings are in place as in the original. You’ll want the calendar to be where it should be. The stamps with the brand and all the proper markings should be proudly advertised as this is a major issue for replica buyers and owners.
If the site fails to let you know about these all important features – close the window and look somewhere else.
Up next: it’s a dog-eat-dog world – don’t wear Milkbone underwear
Although this introductory guide is a great start and will save you headaches and most of all – money, we’re far from done with you…
This is one in a series of three important white papers that will show you how to protect yourself and when making purchases, know exactly what you’re looking for and how to detect a scammer.
The next report will explore the various grades of replica watches as well as the durability of the pieces advertised.
Spoiler alert: If they tell you it’s okay to wear the watch at the bottom of the ocean – raise the red flag.
Until next time…
Watch yourself – spot the scams from a dial away.
-Replica Guide Founders Group
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