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Quality Difference Between Different Rolex in the street and internet

Posted by admin2 CommentsJul 12, 2011

The first and most important difference is quality. There are many, many different types of qualities of fake rolex watches. In general, there are 2 countries which manufacture higher quality Rolex replicas – Japan and swiss.

On the streets, you will generally find many cheap, cheap fake Rolex watches. Almost all of the cheap ones are manufactured from countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, China, and Japan. The cheaper quality replica Rolex watches are battery-operated, have a ticking second hand, feel very flimsy, and look very cheap. Or they could have a cheap automatic movement with plastic parts.

In general, if you have less than $150 to spend on a replica, you will only be buying the cheapest qualities. Don’t expect to get anything that looks or feels like the real thing. Occasionally, you will find the higher quality replicas with a sweeping second hand and hacking signal. But these high quality Rolex replicas are on the lower-end of high quality Rolex replicas. They wouldn’t usually cost more than $200 to purchase.

The main reason you find only cheap quality Rolex replicas on the streets is because most people don’t carry a lot of cash with them. You can’t try to sell $800-1500 Swiss-made replicas because very few people carry that much cash, and the cash could be counterfeit. The only people who would have that much cash are private investigators and prosecutors trying to collect evidence.

Street vendors are prone to raids and confiscations. If Rolex hired investigators, they can walk in with a warrant and seize all their merchandise. A typical seizure could result in up to tens of thousands of dollars in losses for the dealer – another reason why they keep very little inventory and would rather lose low quality watches rather than high quality ones.

They also risk prosecution by carrying higher quality. Rolex tends to ignore dealers who sell cheap fakes which look completely different from the real thing, but they are more stringent against Swiss-made Rolex replicas which look frighteningly similar to the real thing.

Replica Rolex Feature: Date Fonts and Date Magnification

Posted by adminNo CommentsJun 22, 2011

Because there really isn’t much difference, we’ll compare the most common features in rolex replicas:

replica Rolex Feature: Date Fonts and Date Magnification

Genuine Rolex: Rolex-style with 2.5x magnification
swiss-made Replica: Identical to the Rolex-style with 2.5x magnification

The date font is the font that appears in the date window. Swiss-made Rolex replicas have the exact same date font as a real Rolex watch. This is because Swiss-made replicas use the 2834-2 ETA automatic movement, which jewelers use to replace Rolex movements on worn-out Rolex watches. It is the only ETA movement that fits in Rolex watches, and it was designed to make the watch look exactly like a real Rolex watch. Therefore, the date font on the movement itself is also perfect.

The date magnifier rests on the crystal (ie. the glass face) of the watch. It magnifies the date for easier reading. Only a genuine, Swiss-made Rolex replica has a 2.5x date magnifier. There are some higher quality Japan-made Rolex replicas that have 2x magnification, and those retailers usually falsely claim they have 2.5x magnification. Don’t believe it.

If you are fortunate enough, you will find inferior quality Rolex replicas with very similar looking Rolex-style fonts instead of the blocky fonts found on cheap replicas (under $150), and 2x magnification instead of the 1.5x magnification on cheap Rolex replicas. But it is never exactly the same, even if the dealers try to claim. Take note of that before a genuine Rolex owner notices it – it can save you a lot of embarrassment. Many Rolex owners can recognize a fake Rolex simply by the date font and the date magnifier, and these are the easiest indicators because you don’t even have to take off the watch and they can see from a few feet away.

Replica Rolex Feature: Automatic Movements

Genuine Rolex: 25- to 36-jewel Rolex Automatic Movement
Swiss-made Replica: 25-jewel or 27-jewel ETA 2834-2 Automatic Movement

We have already talked about this above. Swiss-made replicas carry a movement manufactured by the ETA group, the most well-known automatic movement manufacturer in the world. As noted earlier, it is not correct to say that a Rolex movement is better than an ETA movement. ETA has a far longer tradition in manufacturing watch movements than Rolex does. Also, most watch retailers will tell you a Rolex watch is not the best quality watch available on the market, even if its price is the highest.

Both movements have very smooth sweeping second hands and will last you very, very long. The inferior automatic movements found in non-Swiss-made replicas can only be expected to last you a few years at most. Some won’t even last you more than 6 months (be careful of the warranty they offer! Make sure it’s at least 6 months). As a general guideline, if a company offers you a warranty of 6 months, then the movement should last at least a year. If they offer you a warranty less than 6 months, don’t expect the movement to last very long. After all, what can you expect from a $200 replica??

Replica Rolex Feature: Gold Finish
Genuine Rolex: Solid 18k gold on all models
Swiss-made Replica: Solid 18k Gold on 2-tone models, Triple-Wrap 18k Gold on all-gold models

One of the biggest concerns of many consumers is: “Will the gold wear off?” Only on genuine grade 1 Swiss-made replicas can you be sure that the gold will not wear off. Although you might be worried about triple-wrapped 18k gold on all-gold models, take a look at the price difference: a genuine, all-gold Rolex Presidential will cost you $20,000 and up, whereas a genuine, Grade 1 Swiss-made replica will cost you $1000. Of course, it doesn’t mean there’s 20 times more gold in the all-gold Rolex Presidential, but it does give you an idea of the big price difference simply because the watch is solid gold.

The weight is slightly lighter on the Rolex replica (of course, since gold is heavier than stainless steel), but the difference is very negligible and a regular person really cannot feel the difference. You will have to weigh it on a scale. The reason it is lighter is because the solid gold links are hollow on the 2-tone models.

And for those new to Rolex replicas, triple-wrapped basically refers to 3 different layers of gold wrapped around a core metal (usually stainless steel). This is hundreds of times thicker than regular 18k gold plating found on popular everyday watches. There is no worry about the gold wearing off on a triple-wrapped Rolex replica.

Contrary to popular beliefs, triple-wrap gold does not wear off that quickly. If you received a triple-wrapped Rolex replica that wore off after 8 months, does that mean triple-wrapped replicas wear off quickly? No. It just means you did not receive a genuine, triple-wrapped Rolex replica.

Replica Rolex Feature: Crystal
Genuine Rolex: Sapphire
Swiss-made Replica: Sapphire
The crystal is the glass protecting the dial of the watch. Only genuine Grade 1 Swiss-made Rolex replicas have a sapphire crystal. Of course, as usual, many other dealers claim their Japan-made Rolex replicas have a sapphire crystal. Don’t believe it.

Replica Rolex Feature: Weight and Feel
Genuine Rolex: Exact
Swiss-made Replica: 95-100%
Swiss-made Rolex replicas do not always have 100% precise weight and feel because on triple-wrapped replicas, the core metal is stainless steel so it is slightly lighter than a real, solid all-gold Rolex replica. Also, on 2-tone models, the solid gold links are hollow.

But for most parts, the rest of the Swiss-made Rolex replica looks, weighs, and feels exactly like the real thing. Because Swiss-made Rolex replicas use high-grade forged stainless steel, it feels exactly like a real Rolex should feel.
Most replica dealers of replicas under $500 claim their replica watches look and weigh just like the real thing. As we always say: use your head. If a $1000 replica looks and weighs just like the real thing, a $500 replica Rolex probably does not. And by the way, how can a $500 replica without solid gold weigh exactly the same as a real Rolex with solid gold?

Replica Rolex Feature: Markings/Engravings
Genuine Rolex: Exact
Swiss-made Replica: Exact
Only manufacturers of Swiss-made Rolex replicas will go to the painstaking task of ensuring that each and every last marking/engraving on a real Rolex also appears on a Swiss-made Rolex replica. Lower quality replicas are always missing some markings and engravings, even if they cost $500 each. Usually, the major missing markings are the serial and model numbers engraved between the lugs, as well as on the sapphire crystal.

Some bad dealers will manually engrave them if the manufacturer in Asia does not engrave them. But these manual engravings are never perfect and are always crooked or imperfect in some way.

Replica Rolex Feature: Dial
Genuine Rolex: Laser-etched watch dials
Swiss-made Replica: Laser-etched watch dials
Genuine Swiss-made Rolex replicas are the only known replicas to have laser-etched dials, just like a real Rolex watch. Lower quality replicas never have laser-etched dials. The process is much too expensive to etch a $300 or even a $500 replica.
Laser-etched dials are more precise and cleaner than a dial printed by ink. This is because the patterns are carefully programmed into a computer and then precisely imprinted onto the dial with high-precision tools, and also because ink smudges. Only high-end Swiss watch manufacturers use this expensive process.
Experienced Rolex enthusiasts can tell the difference because ink markings are never exact. They always have tiny smudges in certain areas.

There are also many other notable features which are exlusive to Grade 1 Swiss-made Rolex replicas. For example, on newer Rolesium Swiss-made Rolex replicas, the bezels are solid platinum instead of triple-wrapped platinum. Also on all-gold Presidential Swiss-made replicas, they have a rose-gold clasp instead of a yellow-gold clasp, just like the real thing.
Just be sure that if you are purchasing a Swiss-made Rolex replica, carefully examine our Website Reviews to ensure that the dealer has a good track record of delivering quality, Grade 1 Swiss-made Rolex replicas. Otherwise, you might not be receiving a genuine Grade 1 Swiss Replica!

Advice for How to Buy a Good Replica Watches

Posted by admin1 CommentJun 03, 2011

Since the last year, the dealers in the rolex replica industry have not changed too much. Several large sites on the Internet have been raided and removed from the Internet. Replica Watches Blog has provided more valuable warnings to many customers, and prevented thousands of customers from being ripped off by the many scam sites out there, including many of those shut down. We are, of course, very happy to be an important part of making the Rolex replica industry much safer for buyers.

As usual, sorting through the good and bad dealers has been a chore for our editors. Just like last year, this small article is designed to last for the year, and to provide tips and helpful comments from Replica review’s knowledgeable staff. You can learn about some things we consider important to look out for when purchasing a replica Rolex in the upcoming year. You don’t deserve to get ripped off for your hard-earned money. And we hate it just as much to see the crooks out there profit from their victims’ wallets.

These timeless principles for a safe purchase on the Internet have shown that even 10 years from now, it makes sense to follow them.

1. Pay by Credit Card with Credible Sites

Because credit card payment is the only way to prevent receiving a bad Rolex replica or no replica at all, we highly, highly recommend that buyers use a credit card to purchase a Rolex replica in Best Replica Watches. DON’T pre-pay with a money order or cashier’s check, and don’t expect COD to protect you because the scammers will have cashed the check before you can stop payment. Another review site had been promoting COD as the preferred method of payment, but it was just part of a scam .

2. Inconsistent Photos of Rolex replicas

If the dealer doesn’t have consistent photos of their Rolex replicas, they are most likely not shipping out the quality they claim. What we mean by that are dealers whose photos appear to come from several different sources, rather than having all been taken at one location. A lot have different backgrounds, and the light sources on the photos all look different. If a dealer can’t seem to have consistent photos of their Rolex replicas, then most likely they aren’t able to get good Rolex replicas either

There are also dealers who use one photo for all different qualities of Rolex replicas. One dealer, known to ship out poor quality replicas at high prices, uses the same photo and allows you to select from different qualities. How can all different qualities of the Rolex replica look identical to the photo? This usually means they are really shipping out only one quality of replica (not as shown in the photo) but attempting to convince you to select the highest cost.

Then you have the dealers who claim to be the “wholesale distributor”, “importer”, or “manufacturer” for the swiss Rolex replicas, which of course, is never true. They are giving the consumers a reason for why their prices are so low. The low prices are used to dupe naïve and unsuspecting consumers into buying a cheap watch at a much higher price.

Lastly, there are the ones who offer “double your money back” if the quality is not good, or a 2-year warranty. These are very, very, very obvious red-flags of dealers you’d want to keep away from.

How to Identify a Replica Hublot Watches

Posted by adminNo CommentsMay 11, 2011

There are currently two different types of hublot replica watches that can be found online:
a) “Cheap” replicas
b) “High-end” replicas
The two categories are based on the level of accurate imitation; as well as the typical asking
price. This situation is especially true for the “Big Bang” line; Hublot’s most popular (and most
replicated) line.

These should be relatively easy to identify. I’ll use the “Stainless Steel/Ceramic” model as an
example:

a) The real Big Bang uses proprietary “H-shaped” screws; while the fake uses regular screws.
b) The real Big Bang has a multi-part case construction (Kevlar layer in the middle) while the
fake is made of only steel (sometimes with black PVD or gold-plated finish; depending on
model).
c) The ceramic bezel on the real Big Bang is thicker and wider than that on the fake one; which
is usually in PVD steel.
d) The pushers and crown on the real Big Bang have rubber ends, while the fake’s are only in
steel.
e) The Hublot font, as well as the size and font of the numerals and indices are different.
f) The straps will usually be different; and even the fake rubber straps usually lack the two
recessed stripes.
g) (visible from back of the watches) the two will have completely different movements.

“High-end” Replicas:
these types of replica watches are much harder to distinguish, because the manufacturers have
gone to great extents to replicate the real Big Bang as accurately as possible.
Here’s an example, using the full “Stainless Steel” model:

We see here that unlike the “cheap” replicas, this one appears identical to the real one: the same
“H-screws” are used, the same hour-markers and indices are used, the pushers and crown have
the rubber ends, the strap has the same pattern, and virtually all dimensions are identical. So
how do we distinguish the replica from the real thing? The answer is: from the movement.

although not easy, this is one of the only ways to visually distinguish between an original “Big
Bang” and a replica. If one takes a closer look, we can see several differences:
a) The absence of a “fine-adjuster” mechanism on the fake Big Bang:

b) The central part of the rotor has a saw-like appearance on the replica:

c) The “HUBLOT GENEVE” text is engraved on the rotor of a real Big Bang but stickered on to
the rotor of a fake one. Also, the “H” logo under the rotor is much bolder on the replica:

while the black screws on the replica movement might appear as a big difference, the truth in
the matter is that Hublot also used black screws on earlier production models, so unfortunately
we can’t use this as a distinguishing factor.

I hope that this small guide will help in identifying and stopping the sales of counterfeit watches.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the authenticity of a watch, please don’t hesitate
to contact: hublot[at]ddwatches[dot]com
[at]=@ [dot]= .

Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Breitling Comparison, Genuine or Fake

Posted by adminNo CommentsSep 01, 2010

Breitling fakes have traditionally been easy to spot. Most of these examples are simple to spot as a replica when examined next to the genuine article. More recently some Breitling fakes have improved substantially in quality and materials. Navitimers and Chrono Avengers in particular have had some more credible fakes show up in recent memory.

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Tips on Differentiating Authentic Gucci Watches

Posted by adminNo CommentsJul 14, 2010

Most people might have heard about Gucci replica watches. How can you sport out whether the watch you are purchasing is authentic or not? In this write up, we will talk several tips that will be helpful in your purchasing an authentic watch.

A lot of watch dealers are tightening their sashes to provide many products for people all over the globe such as Gucci handbags, belts, sunglasses, etc.

But when it comes to the watches of the company, you need to act like a smart buyer. This is because it is very tricky to distinguish a replica watch of a brand like this from a real one. So, what all you need to check before buying a watch?

Engraved serial number

A branded watch usually comes with a specific serail number engraving on its backside. The serial number demonstrates whether the watch is real and branded. As a result, it is highly recommended that the serial number should be checked before going down into any negotiation.

Price

Let us put a thing in perspective. If a dealer is trying to sell you a 5000-dollar watch for 500 dollar, you must know that something is wrong in this case. The dealer is not doing any favor by selling you the product at a cheaper price. There is surely some matter to think about.

Authenticity papers

Almost all branded items, be it a watch, sneaker, sun glass or bag, comes with authenticity papers. You need to carefully look for small prints that say things like ‘Just like Gucci’ or ‘Inspired by Gucci’, if you want to avail the right thing. This means that a manufacturer is warning you through these fine prints that the product you are buying is not real or fake.

Bear it in mind that a replica watch will be slightly lighter than its real ones. The genuine counterparts come with swiss movement and a crest logo on the back. One must beware of buying the fake stuff and look for proof purchase by identifying the serial numbers sales associate numbers in order to verify when and where was the watch purchased.

How to detect a fake Rolex Replica Watches?

Posted by adminNo CommentsJun 29, 2010

1. Right now, the EASIEST way to detect a fake without taking the watch apart, is by the crystal:

The crystal on the authentic date-model has a date bubble with a 2.5 times magnification and thus the date looks very big in the bubble. The fakes often have only a 1.5 times magnification and the date looks MUCH smaller.

2. Winding Crown: Many fakes do not screw in precisely and get stuck and do not have a rubber gasket. Authentic rolex watches screw in smoothly and have a visible seal (tiny rubber piece) that seals the watch watertight.

3. Watertight case: The rubber seal inside the winding crown allows the authentic Rolex watch to maintain a watertight seal on the case. Fakes cannot usually handle total submersion in water.

4. Bezel: Fakes often have notches that are too large and bezel is too loose. Authentic have 60 tight clicks.

5. Markings: Especially look for detail on the face of the watch. But, many good fakes have mastered the proper markings.

6. Illumination: Authentic watches illuminate in the dark on the hands and some also with the hour markers.

7. Sweeping second hand: The authentic do have a small tic to them but appear to sweep. Many good fakes do a great job at sweeping.

8. Weight: is often heavier on authentic because of the 18k gold case. But, many high quality fakes are now doing a good job with the weight.

9. Bracelets: Authentic use screws instead of pins that look like screws. Many good fakes use screws as well.

10. Gold: No 24k gold is used on authentic, as it is too yellowish and brassy. Only 18K gold is used on authentic watches.
11. Divers Extension: Authentic Submariner models have the extra fold out to go over a wetsuit.

12. Backs: Only fakes have clear backs so that the inner workings of the watch can be seen. Fake backs are also often engraved with serial or model #’s or the Rolex crown. Authentic backs are plain, smooth and sometimes have the green sticker.

Tell the different from replica and genuine watches

Posted by adminNo CommentsJun 29, 2010

We just talked about a The easiest way to tell a replica watch from a genuine one, but there are still other replica watches
hard to tell aprt, so this is another replica watches guide for you.

The rest of the watches are very hard to tell apart from their genuine counterparts. It is because genuine rolex watches are so detailed and distinct that even replica manufacturers miss the fine details. The best way is always to get a picture of a genuine watch from an authorized site or catalog, and compare it to the one you are purchasing from. Chances are, there are some differences. For example, on Cartier replicas, the roman numeral markers in a lot of cases are larger than on the genuine ones. The SIZES are by far the easiest things to look for. Almost in every replica in the world, you will notice that even if the engravings/markings are correct, the sizes are always off slightly. Either the roman numeral markers are smaller, the luminescent markers are smaller, or commonly, the minute/hour hands are not the same size and shape.

This is what we highly suggest for all watch buyers concerned with real watches or a great replica.

PURCHASE GENUINE WATCHES ONLY FROM AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, they are carefully picked out by the watch companies and is the only way to guarantee you will be getting a 100% authentic item.
AVOID purchasing from auctions or estate sales. Or eBay for that matter, many dealers in the past have put this “disclaimer” in their auctions.
Make sure you can see and feel the watch, make sure the website you buy with has a good return policy.
If it looks too good to be true it probably is! Many SCAM websites offer amazing deals. Then after your money is gone so are they and your item.
Get a certificate, a box, AND all booklets with your watch, replicas are normally only made of the certificate and box, not booklets.
WHEN IN DOUBT, DO NOT PURCHASE!

Slight Variations

One major problem found on most replicas is that each replica may be slightly different. This is regardless of whether it is a swiss, Japanese, or even Asians. Some are made with more markings than others; some are made with more gold plating than others. We will state below what some possible variations are, and how to ensure you get a good one.

The majority of replica watches in this category are modeled after each other. So that means that the luminescent markers all look very similar. The second and minute hands are very similar as well on certain watches. The same goes for the screw-down crowns without engravings. To minimize manufacturing costs, many parts on the watches are re-used on other watches. So don’t be surprised to find the exact same second/minute hands on a Rolex as you do on a Tag replica.

The easiest way to tell a replica watch from a genuine one

Posted by adminNo CommentsJun 29, 2010

We have already mentioned on the website how to search for the differences between a replica and a genuine Seamaster. The easiest way to tell a Breitling replica from a genuine one is on the movement. Make sure the movement is automatic AND the chronographs work. How do you tell? An automatic movement has a sweeping second hand. In other words, the second hand does not tick once every second, instead, it sweeps smoothly through a series of very, very fine ticks. To look for genuine chronographs, try to operate them by pressing little buttons on the side. The chronographs should be able to act as stop watches, and NOT just keep track of the seconds, hours and day. fake chronographs either don’t work, or can’t act as timers.

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