First off, let’s get something straight: “Geneva watch” is kinda vague. You got Hublot *Geneve* (and boy are there some dodgy Hublots floating around), you got watches *made* in Geneva, and then you got brands *named* Geneva, like that Geneva Watch Group thing… which, from what I can gather, makes watches for like, *everyone*. Don’t go expecting Patek Philippe quality from them, y’know?
Okay, so here’s the thing. When you’re talking “fake Geneva watch,” it really depends WHAT Geneva watch you’re talking about. A fake Hublot? Yeah, those are rampant. You gotta REALLY do your homework. Like, pore over pictures, compare serial numbers (if you can find ’em!), and maybe even get a magnifying glass to check the finishing. Seriously, some of these fakes are getting good. Too good, if you ask me.
Then there’s the slightly shadier stuff. Like, you see those “Geneva Sup.lly” watches on eBay? Yeah, that’s probably not a high-end fake. I mean, Geneva isn’t exactly a top-tier brand in the first place (no offense to anyone who owns one!). It’s more like they’re capitalizing on the *name* Geneva. Sneaky, right?
And then there’s the whole “redone dial” thing. So, you might have a genuine vintage watch – maybe an old Omega Geneve, or even a Universal Geneve – but the dial’s been repainted or “refinished” to look better (or sometimes worse, tbh). Is it fake? Not exactly, but it’s definitely not original. It’s like putting a new engine in a classic car – still the same car, but not *really* the same, y’know?
Here’s a random thought: It’s always a good idea to check things like the movement serial number on a watch if you can get inside it. If something is too good to be true, maybe it is worth looking into.
Honestly, the best advice I can give you? Do your research. Like, *serious* research. Learn about the specific model you’re interested in. Know the telltale signs of a fake. And if you’re buying something expensive, get it authenticated by a professional. It’s worth the money, trust me. It beats getting burned by a “Swiss made” watch that was actually assembled in a garage somewhere.
