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How can you tell a fake Patek Philippe Geneve?

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To tell a fake Patek Philippe Geneve, examine the case. Real Patek Philippe cases will feel substantial. There will be nothing slight or irregular about them. Crafted in metals like gold, platinum and stainless steel, they will have considerable heft and a smooth, lustrous finish. Double-check that the crown and pushers actually work. On fakes, they are often decorative. Case backs are generally not engraved or decorated with the exception of limited-edition styles, and, importantly, serial and model numbers will only be printed on the inside of the watch, never on the back. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of Patek Philippe watches.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023