How do I verify a Patek Philippe watch?

Check the Dial and Crown

1. Take a close look at the lugs present at the 6 o’clock mark.
2. Original platinum Patek Philippe watches feature one small diamond set in the middle of the lugs.
3. If the diamond appears more prominent in the Patek in your hand or is missing, it is a fake.

Where is the serial number on a Patek Philippe?

The serial number on a Patek Philippe watch can be found in different places, but it is always engraved somewhere on the case back. If it has a see-through case back, it may be engraved on the movement or on the side of the case back.

Is my watch real or fake?

Authentic Watches Quality To identify a fake, look for unfinished edges, improper polish, scratches, and even wrong markings/engravings. Also, check if the watch’s clasp/buckle works fine, if the screw down crown works, and whether the watch needles can be guided by the screw that adjusts the time.

Does Patek Philippe make custom watches?

Patek Philippe, another high-end brand, does not offer custom-made watches at all and insists that for all its unique pieces or limited series “the ideas and themes of the creations come from Patek Philippe and not from customers”.

How can you tell if a Patek Philippe is real?

When you see a ‘Patek Philippe’ watch with a $200 price tag, a neon pink dial, a plastic case, and a clumsy bezel, you don’t have to be a watch expert to know you’re looking at a fake. Unfortunately, not all fakes are quite so easy to spot.

How can you tell if a Patek watch is real or fake?

So if you pick up a watch that feels flimsy, it is not a Patek Philippe. Additionally, the finish of the metal on a genuine Patek watch is always ultra-lux. The materials are highly polished adding a great luster to the case. Anything even slightly dull, or pock-marked would not be genuine.

Are Patek Philippe watches compatible with other watches?

Patek Philippe doesn’t specialize in unbeatable prices. It specializes in unbeatable watches. And unfortunately, the two are rarely compatible. As the thetruthaboutwatches.com says, never buy a watch until you’ve inspected every square inch of it. A Patek Philippe watch is perfection personified.

How much does a Patek Philippe aquanaut watch cost?

Patek Philippe Aquanaut. Sold on Worthy for $14,478. If the watch you are looking at carries a price point that seems too good to be true, it probably is too good to be true. If the asking price for a $30,000 watch, for instance, is $3,000 – run, don’t walk – away from it.