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How do I check to see if my Patek Philippe is real?

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How do I check to see if my Patek Philippe is real?
To check to see if your Patek Philippe is real, look closely at the dial. Any flaw on the dial is evidence of fakery. Are the numbers in the right font? Are the hands the right style and length? Experts recommend that you examine a watch you're considering using a loupe and compare it with the same model in a reference book or auction catalogue.

Created in-house and by hand, real Patek Philippe cases will feel substantial. There will be nothing slight or irregular about them.

For more info, visit the official 1stDibs guide to spotting a fake Patek Philippe watch.

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1965 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Ref. 3468 18K Gold Dress Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1964 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch Ref. 2589 - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava Model 3937/3 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Vintage Patek Philippe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Les Grecques Model 4732J
By Patek Philippe
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Patek Philippe Model: Les Grecques 4732J Year: 1980s Material: 18k Yellow Gold Dial: Diamond and Greek Key Case Measurement: 24mm x 26mm Movement: Manual Wind Condition: Very ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1963 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Dress Watch Ref. 2599 - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

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1970 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound Ref. 3468 18K Gold Dress Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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