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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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1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Ref. 1189 Watch - 18K White Gold & Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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c. 1970 Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Handwound, Ref. 3459 Disco Volante Style
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

1955 Patek Philippe Vintage Ladies Fancy Lug Watch - 18K Gold & Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

1950's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens Ref. 2532 "Grande" Calatrava Watch - 18K Gold
By Patek Philippe
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

1940's Patek Philippe Vintage Mens 18K Gold Watch - Very Fine & Rare with Warran
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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

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Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800 Two-Tone Gold Steel Watch, 1995 Set
By Patek Philippe
Located in Zurich, CH
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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