First off, Edox, right? They’re not exactly Rolex or Patek, so they kinda fly under the radar. But that doesn’t mean scammers aren’t trying to cash in on the brand. I mean, some people *really* like ’em, right? I saw a thread where someone was like, “Am I the *only* one who likes Edox watches?” and honestly, I get it. They’re different. They sponsored FIA WRC and Sauber F1, which is kinda cool.
Now, how do you spot a fake? Well, it’s tricky. That’s the honest truth. You might see some dude online selling a “brand new, never worn” Edox Class 1 Big Date with “original bill and guarantee.” Sounds tempting, right? But alarm bells should be ringing louder than a Swiss cowbell. Seriously, be cautious.
Here’s the thing: sometimes, even watchmakers get fooled. I saw something about someone’s Edox Geoscope (those things are *weird* and kinda awesome, by the way – a total 70s throwback) and their watchmaker was confident the movement was genuine – an ETA2789. But what about the casing and strap? That’s where things can get dicey. And let’s be real, if the movement is a real ETA, that’s already halfway to being legit, right? But still… *caveat emptor*.
One thing that always raises an eyebrow for me is the price. If it’s too good to be true, it almost definitely *is*. Nobody’s gonna sell you a mint-condition Edox at a ridiculously low price unless something’s fishy. Use your gut.
Speaking of movements, someone mentioned opening their caseback and seeing “edox 25 jewels” on the flywheel. That’s a good sign, but not a guarantee! Fakers are getting good. Real good. They’re even putting in movement numbers now, which is just… ugh. Makes it harder for us normal folks, ya know?
Honestly? My best advice? Buy from an authorized dealer. Yeah, it’s gonna cost you more, but you’ll have peace of mind. And if you *are* buying secondhand, get it checked out by a reputable watchmaker. They’ll be able to tell you if that “Swiss replica” is actually Swiss cheese (get it? Swiss? Cheese? Okay, I’ll stop).
Also, be wary of places like, well, *some* online retailers. I mean, Jomashop is a massive site and they seem legit, but still, do your research.
And finally, remember that unusual watches, like the Edox Geoscope, can be harder to authenticate because there’s less readily available info. Just… tread carefully.
