Replica watch novice guide: Frequently asked questions and answers
1. Basic cognitive discourse
1.1 What is a duplicate table?
Replica watches refer to unofficial products that copy the appearance and function of the genuine products through reverse engineering, and the core goal is to achieve a high degree of appearance restoration (some styles can be more than 95% similar). It is important to distinguish between “official brand replicas” (such as Omega historical classic replicas) and “grey market replicas” (imitations without brand authorization).
2.1 The difference between duplicate table and fake table?
· Process differences: The high-quality replica watch uses 316L steel, sapphire mirror and other materials, while the fake watch uses alloy coating and mineral glass
· Function restoration: the replica watch will imitate the operation logic of the genuine movement (such as the instantaneous calendar), and the fake watch may simplify the function;
· Market positioning: replica surface to the pursuit of mechanical aesthetic consumers, fake watches at low prices to attract non-professional buyers
2. Buy a guide to avoiding potholes
2.1 How can I determine the quality level of a duplicate table?
· material verification : Use magnet to detect the case material (316L stainless steel non-magnetic), magnifying glass to observe the printing accuracy of the dial (no burrs on the edge is better) ;
· movement type : The first choice of Seagulls 2836/ Shanghai 7750 and other mature domestic movement, avoid no logo of the miscellaneous movement ;
· function test : require businesses to provide operation video, verify the timing button rebound, moon phase disk synchronization and other details .
2.2 Which styles are not suitable for beginners?
· complex function model : perpetual calendar failure rate of more than 40%, tourbillon is mostly decorative structure ;
· precious metal watch : gold-plated layer 3-6 months fade, ceramic bezel fragmentation rate is 3 times the genuine ;
· unpopular model : poor fit of the movement, difficult to obtain maintenance parts .
3. How to choose a reliable business?
· channel screening : give priority to physical warehouse merchants who have no reason to return or exchange within 72 hours, and avoid sellers who only transact through wechat ;
· evidence retention : require a receipt indicating the movement model, and keep chat records as a proof of rights
3. Legal and aftermarket risk
3.1 Is it illegal to buy a copy?
According to Article 57 of the Trademark Law, the sale of duplicate forms with brand logos constitutes infringement, but consumers who buy them for their own use are generally not liable . Note:
· 30% of cross-border packages detained by customs for intellectual property rights ;
· Counters can identify some high imitation watches through RFID technology, wearing the entrance may cause disputes .
3.2 What are the hidden dangers of after-sales maintenance?
· warranty shrinkage : 75% businesses only provide 1-3 months warranty, genuine products generally from 2 years ;
· parts replacement cost : the price of special parts for duplicate engraving table is 3-5 times that of universal parts ;
· waterproof virtual label : 50 meters waterproof is actually only to prevent life splashing, swimming wear water rate of more than 60%
4. Use and maintenance skills
4.1 Daily wearing precautions
· Avoid magnetic field environment : the diamagnetism of the duplicate watch is weaker than that of the genuine one. Keep away from mobile phones, speakers and other equipment ;
· winding cycle : Manual mechanical models are recommended to be wound at a fixed time every day, automatic mechanical models should be worn for an average of 8 hours ;
· cleaning and maintenance : use a soft brush every month to clean the strap gap, leather strap to avoid contact with sweat .
4.2 Emergency solution
· large travel time error : the average daily error exceeds 25 seconds should be stopped immediately and sent for repair, which may dry up the lubricating oil ;
· crown stuck : do not forcibly twist, drop a small amount of watch oil to soak and send to repair ;
water fog : the first time into the dry rice box to absorb water, within 48 hours sent to professional institutions for dismantling
6. Ultimate beginner advice
6.1 The three-for-three no-buy rule
· can buy styles : basic three needle model, single calendar model, close bottom design ;
· careful to buy style : transparent tourbillon, full gold diamond, special material strap ;
· required inspection items : crown damping sense, pointer zero gap, luminous coating uniformity .
6.2 Proposed budget allocation
·Below 2000 yuan: preference for domestic original design models (such as Seagull, Beijing watch) ;
· 2000-5000 yuan: try to reproduce popular models (such as Rolex Submariner, Omega Seamaster) ;
· Above 5000 yuan: It is recommended to switch to genuine entry-level watches (such as Tissot Loco, Mido Commander)
7. Sum up
The complexity of the replica watch market is far more than the novice expected, from material identification to legal risks need to be systematically recognized. By analyzing 12 core issues and combining the latest industry data and cases, this paper builds a complete decision-making framework for consumers. Remember: the essence of rational consumption is the accurate matching of value and demand , rather than falling into the “fake” illusion of consumption .
