Hey everyone, welcome to the channel. Today, I have a cautionary tale about a fake TAG Heuer Aquaracer 41mm Caliber 5 that I purchased. I hope this story helps you avoid similar pitfalls. The Purchase I bought this watch a couple of months ago from a private seller on Chrono24, a well-known marketplace for new and pre-owned luxury watches. The listing seemed legitimate—it included the box, papers, and the watch appeared to be in excellent condition with only minor scuffs on the clasp. I had previously owned a 43mm Aquaracer with the same color configuration and movement, so I was confident in my ability to spot a fake. The price, around $1,200-$1,300, was reasonable but not suspiciously low. Initial Doubts Upon receiving the watch, two details stood out: 1. Cyclops Lens Misalignment: The date magnifier was slightly off-center, reflecting light from the nine, which didn’t align with official photos where the date window is perfectly centered. 2. Clasp Security: The clasp did...
Hey everyone, welcome to the channel. Today, I have a cautionary tale about a fake TAG Heuer Aquaracer 41mm Caliber 5 that I purchased. I hope this story helps you avoid similar pitfalls. The Purchase I bought this watch a couple of months ago from a private seller on Chrono24, a well-known marketplace for new and pre-owned luxury watches. The listing seemed legitimate—it included the box, papers, and the watch appeared to be in excellent condition with only minor scuffs on the clasp. I had previously owned a 43mm Aquaracer with the same color configuration and movement, so I was confident in my ability to spot a fake. The price, around $1,200-$1,300, was reasonable but not suspiciously low. Initial Doubts Upon receiving the watch, two details stood out: 1. Cyclops Lens Misalignment: The date magnifier was slightly off-center, reflecting light from the nine, which didn’t align with official photos where the date window is perfectly centered. 2. Clasp Security: The clasp did...
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