First things first, the feel of the thing. Legit Technomarines, even the Cruise Magnum Diamond Chono (wow, that’s a mouthful!), should have a certain weight and quality. They’re not gonna feel like some cheap plastic toy you got out of a gumball machine. Pay attention to the materials, too. Is the finish clean and polished, or does it look kinda rough and cheap? Real ones use good materials. If it feels lightweight and flimsy, uh oh, big red flag.
Then there’s the whole serial number thing. Apparently, it’s supposed to be in that little black booklet that comes with the watch. And here’s a pro tip: apparently, the serial number on the watch case and bracelet *should* match up. I mean, makes sense, right? If they don’t, that’s a major sus situation. You *could* try hitting up Technomarine directly to verify the serial number. Whether they’ll actually do it? Eh, might be a gamble, but worth a shot.
Now, don’t freak out if you got it for a *little* cheaper than retail. I saw some stuff online saying that Technomarines aren’t exactly the hottest watches on the market, so a discount of, like, $20-$40 isn’t necessarily a scam. Still, if the deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. Think about it, would you sell a real diamond watch for 50% off? I wouldn’t.
One thing I gotta say is, really look at the details. Are the dials properly aligned? Do the hands move smoothly? Are the diamond settings (if there are any) secure and even? Fakers tend to cut corners on the small stuff, so that’s where you can often catch them. A real watch has precision, a fake one looks like it was slapped together by a monkey. (Sorry, monkeys, but you get the idea.)
Honestly? If you’re *really* worried, and you’ve got the cash, maybe take it to a reputable jeweler. They can open it up, look at the movement, and tell you for sure. It might cost you a few bucks, but it’s peace of mind, right?
