I am definitely into replicas and enjoy seeing what the Chinese makers are able to produce. However, I do also own genuine watches and like what the genuine have to offer.
Right now I am considering getting a Sedna Rose Gold 2018+ Omega Seamaster on black rubber strap. I tried one on at the AD and I love it. In fact, I would prefer it to a submariner.
All that said, I was considering getting both the genuine and the replica on this watch. Since second hand market prices are so compelling I will probably buy on Chrono24. I would like to know how I can quickly authenticate the watch myself. The two biggest issues are the golden bits and the movement. The last issue is making sure that no parts have been replaced with replica parts.
For the movement I assume that the VSF cloned movement beats at 28,800 VPH and the Original is at 25,200 VPH. So a moment on a timegrapher would point that out no questions asked correct? Or will I have to look closely at the movement to determine authenticity as the beat rate has been replicated. I know there is info on teh TD sites but that info isn't always completely accurate so I prefer to hear from knowledgeable people on this site if the knowledge exists.
For the golden bits has anyone ever performed a nitric acid test on the bezel's underside? Or how do you go about testing the gold? Weighing the watch? If so, what is the weight of the genuine?
Finally, there's the question of actual value. I know that Swiss watches are not worth the money they charge except for the fact that people are willing to pay the price for exclusivity. Would it be safe to assume that what I'm paying for with the Omega is that it's real gold, and that the movement is more reliable and accurate as well as serviceable in the future.
Summary:
1. I need to know if I can tell a replica from genuine as an individual enthusiast who will be purchasing their first Omega. Determining if the gold bits are actually gold is important to me. And having a great movement is important so I want to be able to quickly discern authentic Omega 8800. I will also get the replica to wear when I don't want to risk the genuine but still want to wear something nice on my wrist. So I have no judgement about replicas obviously (I have 8 replicas at the moment).
2. If you have thoughts on if the genuine offers some tangible worthwhile benefits, I'd love to hear them. No we all have our own values and opinions with watches but I'm genuinely interested in your thoughts as a conversation topic.
Right now I am considering getting a Sedna Rose Gold 2018+ Omega Seamaster on black rubber strap. I tried one on at the AD and I love it. In fact, I would prefer it to a submariner.
All that said, I was considering getting both the genuine and the replica on this watch. Since second hand market prices are so compelling I will probably buy on Chrono24. I would like to know how I can quickly authenticate the watch myself. The two biggest issues are the golden bits and the movement. The last issue is making sure that no parts have been replaced with replica parts.
For the movement I assume that the VSF cloned movement beats at 28,800 VPH and the Original is at 25,200 VPH. So a moment on a timegrapher would point that out no questions asked correct? Or will I have to look closely at the movement to determine authenticity as the beat rate has been replicated. I know there is info on teh TD sites but that info isn't always completely accurate so I prefer to hear from knowledgeable people on this site if the knowledge exists.
For the golden bits has anyone ever performed a nitric acid test on the bezel's underside? Or how do you go about testing the gold? Weighing the watch? If so, what is the weight of the genuine?
Finally, there's the question of actual value. I know that Swiss watches are not worth the money they charge except for the fact that people are willing to pay the price for exclusivity. Would it be safe to assume that what I'm paying for with the Omega is that it's real gold, and that the movement is more reliable and accurate as well as serviceable in the future.
Summary:
1. I need to know if I can tell a replica from genuine as an individual enthusiast who will be purchasing their first Omega. Determining if the gold bits are actually gold is important to me. And having a great movement is important so I want to be able to quickly discern authentic Omega 8800. I will also get the replica to wear when I don't want to risk the genuine but still want to wear something nice on my wrist. So I have no judgement about replicas obviously (I have 8 replicas at the moment).
2. If you have thoughts on if the genuine offers some tangible worthwhile benefits, I'd love to hear them. No we all have our own values and opinions with watches but I'm genuinely interested in your thoughts as a conversation topic.
