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HOW TO IDENTIFY AND AUTHENTICATE A GENUINE OMEGA ?

The risk any luxury brand always bears is that of counter fitters trying to steal all of their hard work and mimic their products on a like-for-like basis. Sadly, replica watches have gotten so good that many of us, even those who have spent years handling the real watch, can now be fooled if the watch is not properly inspected. Omega is a brand that needs no introduction and it should not come as a surprise that there are many fake watches of their models out there trying to fool us all. Whilst Rolex does suffer from this problem even more, Omega still experiences high volumes of fake watches being passed off as genuine ones. That’s why today we are going over who to spot a replica Omega and authenticate one.

Thankfully for Omega their watches are incredibly well crafted and have designs that are quite hard to imitate. Unlike Rolex, which makes beautiful watches but simple, Omega’s watches have lyre lugs that have elegant swoop and twist, this is much harder to manufacture compared to the more traditional flat and sharp lugs. This makes spotting a fake Omega a bit easier compared to other brands as there are so many more places to check on the watch and the likelihood of all of them being well made on a fake are very slim. Making sure you've worn your Omega or the one you're considering in an AD will allow you to become accustomed to the appearance of the actual Omega watch. You will learn more about the metal's feel, weight, and the smoothness of the crown and bezel the more you use it. By doing this, you will become more familiar with the model's appearance and feel, making it easier to see any issues when comparing it to one on the second-hand market.

Make sure the lettering is printed and positioned correctly, and check the dial against online photos once you have your Omega or the one you plan to buy. Fakes frequently give themselves away by skimping on printing. Although this isn't always evident, a closer look reveals that some of the letters are not quite as crisply cut as the real Omega. On the bezel, this is even more noticeable. Omega's advanced equipment has been meticulously planned and built to ensure that the bezel engraving and printing are crisp and clean. The cleanliness of the engravings on the bezel is also a great place to start, as counterfeiters do not have access to the same degree of equipment as Omega. Furthermore, wind and remove the crown. Does it move the hands gently and feel buttery smooth, or is it really easy to move the hands and wobble the crown? Unfortunately, you might be holding a fake rather than a genuine model if you notice that the crown wobbles and the hands spin around when you gently turn it. A true Omega watch feels robust and soft to the touch to adjust the hands so this can be one of the quickest ways to find out if the Omega is genuine.

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Another simple giveaway is to examine the lume on your Omega watch. Place your watch in sunlight or under a bright light for a few seconds, then move into a dark room and observe how the lume illuminates. If you notice that the luminosity is applied unevenly and begins to diminish rapidly, it may indicate that the Omega watch is counterfeit. The luminescence application on genuine Omega watches is executed flawlessly, resulting in a bright and uniform glow that does not fade quickly. Of course, some high-end fake watches have great lume too but it is still a test worth doing, especially since it takes only a few seconds. Moving down from the dial to the bracelet, if the bracelet does not feel super slinky and conforms to your wrist without the bracelet getting stuck then this is a good sign. Fake Omega watches java difficulty copying the real Omega bracelet as the construction is quite complex so this is always a good place to verify too.

If you're still unsure about these techniques or have tried them and one has left you questioning the authenticity of your watch, it's advisable to visit your local authorized dealer or watch repair specialist. They can assist you, usually without charge, and can open the case back to examine the movement. This is the definitive way to verify whether an Omega is genuine or counterfeit. Unfortunately, there are many counterfeit Omega watches available in the market; some are so poorly constructed they might even make you chuckle, while others are disturbingly convincing. Therefore, if you are uncertain, the most effective way to alleviate your concerns is to have a qualified watchmaker examine the inside of your Omega. Although counterfeit Omega watches attempt to mimic the movement, the quality of finishing and construction is incomparable to that of a genuine Omega.

These techniques will assist you in determining whether your Omega or the Omega you are considering is genuine. The key is to research your watch, understand the details of the authentic model, and spend time at the authorized dealer (AD). By doing this, you will become acquainted with the genuine model, its feel, and the actions of the crown and bezel, making it easier to spot anything that seems off. However, if you want absolute peace of mind, visit your local AD, and they can help you confirm your watch's authenticity! When making such a big purchase you can never check too many times so always take the time you need to make sure you are confident in what you are buying. For those who have a luxury rubber strap from ZEALANDE, you can fit it on to the Omega you are looking at and if it does not fit the case perfectly then this could also be a sign to look out for. ZEALANDE makes the best straps for Omega and they are made to seamlessly fit the case giving the watch an OEM feel and look for your Omega.