The thing is, Chase-Durer, they’re kinda… niche. Like, not Rolex-level famous. You know? They’re more of a “if you know, you know” kinda watch brand. I mean, I remember seeing ’em on ShopNBC back in the day (that’s where I got my first *real* watch, actually, unrelated story). But then they kinda disappeared from there.
Based on what I’ve read online, it seems like they went through a phase where they were all about the big, beefy, “tactical” look, really pushing the military angle. But apparently, they had some dressier models before that. Now, *those* might be harder to spot a fake of, since less people are familiar with that era.
Honestly, if I were trying to fake a Chase-Durer, I’d probably go for one of those older, less well-known models. Less scrutiny, you know? More chance of getting away with it. But that’s just me thinking out loud.
Now, I haven’t seen any evidence that they’ve gone outta business, which is good news. You can find some of their watches on eBay, which… well, eBay’s eBay. You gotta be careful there, regardless of the brand. Always check the seller’s feedback, ask lots of questions, and trust your gut. If something feels off, it probably is.
So, circling back to fakes… I guess what I’m saying is: while I can’t definitively say “YES, Chase-Durer fakes are everywhere!”, I wouldn’t rule it out. If you’re looking to buy one, especially online, do your homework. Check the details, compare it to pictures of the real thing, and don’t be afraid to ask for more photos. And if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is! You know that old saying.
