omega seamaster.... spotting a fake
11 February 2007, 02:19 PM
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omega seamaster.... spotting a fake
omega seamaster proffesional sports.....theres one for sale in local paper boxed with papers aparantly, says blue faced james bond but i expect its just him saying james bond model, anyways its 600 ono hinking of popping down to him and having a go at bidding him in the *****
but
how can i tell if its genuine? all tips appreciated
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how can i tell if its genuine? all tips appreciated
11 February 2007, 02:33 PM
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Sorry m8 - but if you don't know agree with him to go to an Omega dealer.
One of my things is Glycine Airman watches. There is a forum that discusses and shows some fakes. People on there have a hard time trying to tell the difference.
There are obvious things but some fakes nowadays on the more common makes are impossible to spot unless the movement can be seen & examined by an expert.
Unless of course it say OMIGA JAMES BUND 006
One of my things is Glycine Airman watches. There is a forum that discusses and shows some fakes. People on there have a hard time trying to tell the difference.
There are obvious things but some fakes nowadays on the more common makes are impossible to spot unless the movement can be seen & examined by an expert.
Unless of course it say OMIGA JAMES BUND 006
11 February 2007, 02:48 PM
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Price depends on age/size/condition of watch.
If you are looking for a good second hand watch, the watch forums are good. You can get references about people etc. Once you start buying its hard to stop though.
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If you are looking for a good second hand watch, the watch forums are good. You can get references about people etc. Once you start buying its hard to stop though.
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11 February 2007, 03:00 PM
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I think he means the James Bond special Omega did a few years ago to celebrate a Bond movie. I didn't fancy the Bond version so got a standard one instead.
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11 February 2007, 03:24 PM
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"Not a chance in hell " Most fakes used ORIGINAL faces (Fact as Ive seen the factory with my own eyes. ) The "007" specials are just about the most stupid watch to buy. 80% + seem to be fake. Also do you know which is the official one?? because most guys dont.
as a investment ? I would say forget it, stay with a classic Omega.
But if unsure??? PM me and I can introduce you to someone who will take care of you.
as a investment ? I would say forget it, stay with a classic Omega.
But if unsure??? PM me and I can introduce you to someone who will take care of you.
11 February 2007, 03:26 PM
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I think he means the James Bond special Omega did a few years ago to celebrate a Bond movie. I didn't fancy the Bond version so got a standard one instead.
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Craig. do you think that is genuine??
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11 February 2007, 03:51 PM
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Craig. do you think that is genuine??
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11 February 2007, 03:59 PM
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11 February 2007, 04:16 PM
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seen the price !!!! these people had big problems with the 007 watches. a lot of people have egg on their face as they thought the prices would stay high. maybe the most over rated Omega of all times.
11 February 2007, 07:20 PM
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not bad, but not i ya face enough for me... also i want to dive down to the titanic.. sort of thingz
... rolex all the way 
11 February 2007, 07:37 PM
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Rolex ?? !! for diving ?? you must be mad. Terrible reputation. most pros use casios and citizens !! My seamaster pro is far superior to my old submariner.
buying a Tudor hydronaut soon. They ar excellent for the money.
buying a Tudor hydronaut soon. They ar excellent for the money.
11 February 2007, 09:37 PM
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Anyway I thought a TUDOR was the poor mans fake Rolex?
11 February 2007, 10:04 PM
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11 February 2007, 11:08 PM
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Tudor are not a poor mans Rolex. Its a "rolex" for those who dont need to apy extra for branding. In fact I reccon they have far more class. but still not as classic as a Old seamaster pro !
12 February 2007, 12:06 AM
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12 February 2007, 12:17 AM
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That is realy old. The top fake watches you can buy (tourist places sell grade 2 and 3 fakes. Difficult to find the very best) are excellent. many are bought to use for repairs by crooked repair places. (trust me) Links pins winders the lot cost big money . Omega are in the Dark ages when it comes to getting spares . so many use or offer grade one fakes.
12 February 2007, 08:31 AM
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12 February 2007, 09:38 AM
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IMO Rolex (OK, if you are fat, hairy chested and wear gold chains), Tag and Omega are all commodity/trendy pretentious brands and have no real class at all.
I'd wear a Seiko over any of those three. But first choice would be a real watch like a Zenith, A Lange & Sohne, Jaeger Lecoultre, IWC etc
I'd wear a Seiko over any of those three. But first choice would be a real watch like a Zenith, A Lange & Sohne, Jaeger Lecoultre, IWC etc
12 February 2007, 10:09 AM
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IMO Rolex (OK, if you are fat, hairy chested and wear gold chains), Tag and Omega are all commodity/trendy pretentious brands and have no real class at all.
I'd wear a Seiko over any of those three. But first choice would be a real watch like a Zenith, A Lange & Sohne, Jaeger Lecoultre, IWC etc
I'd wear a Seiko over any of those three. But first choice would be a real watch like a Zenith, A Lange & Sohne, Jaeger Lecoultre, IWC etc
People love to say that Rolex and Omega are for tossers... I agree that there's a big brand premium on Rolex and some Omega, but that doesn't make them bad. Too bling for me, as a rule, but I'd be happy to own a 70s Datejust or Moon watch.
12 February 2007, 10:27 AM
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IMO Rolex (OK, if you are fat, hairy chested and wear gold chains), Tag and Omega are all commodity/trendy pretentious brands and have no real class at all.
I'd wear a Seiko over any of those three. But first choice would be a real watch like a Zenith, A Lange & Sohne, Jaeger Lecoultre, IWC etc
I'd wear a Seiko over any of those three. But first choice would be a real watch like a Zenith, A Lange & Sohne, Jaeger Lecoultre, IWC etc
12 February 2007, 10:49 AM
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I am not a fan of the current Omega line up. I think they have made the watches too big..
But older Omegas have alot of respect and class. Same as pre70's Rolexes.
IWC tend to be a "BlinG" (the latest ones) I like the classics and the Porsche Range they did some time ago.
Jaeger, VC etc are Ultra quality. But lange/sohne are again far to "bling"
And if you want to talk about the quality of fakes? then you realy need to worry when Buying a patek ,Vacheron or Jaeger.. I am shocked at the stories I hear.
The most up and coming brand I reccon for medium money is Tissot.
But older Omegas have alot of respect and class. Same as pre70's Rolexes.
IWC tend to be a "BlinG" (the latest ones) I like the classics and the Porsche Range they did some time ago.
Jaeger, VC etc are Ultra quality. But lange/sohne are again far to "bling"
And if you want to talk about the quality of fakes? then you realy need to worry when Buying a patek ,Vacheron or Jaeger.. I am shocked at the stories I hear.
The most up and coming brand I reccon for medium money is Tissot.
12 February 2007, 11:38 AM
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[quote=Seamaster;6649615]Jaeger, VC etc are Ultra quality. But lange/sohne are again far to "bling"
And if you want to talk about the quality of fakes? then you realy need to worry when Buying a patek ,Vacheron or Jaeger.. I am shocked at the stories I hear.
quote]
Lange/Sohne are very discreet and extremely desirable, wouldn't say bling at all.
Agree with the fakes - I've heard of cases where they have watches valued at several hundred thousand pounds or more that are impossible for experts (including the manufacturers) to tell if they are fake.
This would be a better watch than an Omega (as well as holding it's value better as they are valued by horologists)
seiyajapan.com New Grand Seiko <Font color="blue"><B>Automatic</B></font> GMTSBGM001
and a nice dive one.
seiyajapan.com New SEIKO Prospex 600M Diver <Font color="blue"><B>Spring Drive</B></font>
And if you want to talk about the quality of fakes? then you realy need to worry when Buying a patek ,Vacheron or Jaeger.. I am shocked at the stories I hear.
quote]
Lange/Sohne are very discreet and extremely desirable, wouldn't say bling at all.
Agree with the fakes - I've heard of cases where they have watches valued at several hundred thousand pounds or more that are impossible for experts (including the manufacturers) to tell if they are fake.
This would be a better watch than an Omega (as well as holding it's value better as they are valued by horologists)
seiyajapan.com New Grand Seiko <Font color="blue"><B>Automatic</B></font> GMTSBGM001
and a nice dive one.
seiyajapan.com New SEIKO Prospex 600M Diver <Font color="blue"><B>Spring Drive</B></font>
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