Want to buy an IWC Ingenieur watch, but are afraid of buying a replica? This article tells you how to easily identify the authenticity, especially the replica version of the V7 factory, which almost perfectly restores every detail of the original product, and the movement is not sloppy! Come and see how you can judge the authenticity of this watch through the details to ensure that every bit of your investment is worth it.
The scarcity and characteristics of the V7 factory IWC Ingenieur watch
At present, V7 Factory IWC Ingenieur watches are very scarce in the counters, and watch lovers can only choose replicas if they want to buy them.
The biggest highlight of the replica version of the V7 Factory IWC Engineer is the dense base of fine steel and the three-dimensional square grid pattern.
The perfect restoration of these two points almost eliminates any shortcomings in the replica by IWC engineers.
As for the movement, V7 Factory has also put in a lot of effort.
Understanding the working principle of the movement is very important for identifying the authenticity of the watch.
There is only one movement used by IWC engineers, and that is the 2892 movement.
Key points to distinguish authenticity
1. Check the working principle of the movement
When observing the replica of IWC engineers, you can observe the working principle of the movement by pulling out the watch head.
The genuine operation method is to pull out the watch head and turn the winding counterclockwise.
And if it is a replica, then the winding will be turned clockwise.
The genuine product uses the 2892 movement, while the V7 Factory IWC engineer replica also uses the 2892 movement.
The operation method of the 2892 movement is the same as the SW300 movement.
Differences in details
2. Observe the details at 3 o’clock on the disk
The most common place for IWC engineers to make mistakes is the 3 o’clock bar and calendar on the dial.
The genuine 3 o’clock nail is shorter, and the calendar numbers do not have the hook feature.
The imitation has longer nails and calendar numbers with hooks.
3. Consistency of the overall logo
The first step to identify replicas of IWC Engineers is to look at the overall logo.
For example, whether the V7 label, hangtag, sticker and warranty card are consistent.
Genuine V7 labels are printed using special ink, so the color is relatively thick.
The imitation is printed using ordinary ink, so the color is lighter.
In addition, the letter spacing on the authentic tag is too small, while the letter spacing on the imitation product is too large.
In terms of stickers, the thickness and texture of the genuine ones are very good, while the imitations are thin and easily damaged.
Regarding the warranty card, the genuine product is printed with gold ink, while the imitation product is printed with ordinary ink.
4. Identify the authenticity of the movement
In terms of movement, currently only the V7 factory can produce the true 2892 movement.
The genuine 2892 movement is imported from Switzerland and bears the words SWISS MADE.
For the genuine 2892 movement, after pulling out the watch head, twist the winding counterclockwise. If it is clockwise, it is an imitation.
Because the 2892 movement uses the upper left hand to adjust the calendar to the right, while the SW300 uses the upper left hand to adjust the calendar to the left.
How can newbies avoid buying imitations?
For novices, mastering the above identification skills can avoid buying replicas of IWC Engineers.
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Conclusion
The identification skills provided in this article are indeed very practical, especially for watch friends. Buying a watch is not a trivial matter. The authenticity is related to each of us’ face and wallet. I hope everyone can learn these skills and avoid falling into trouble. If you have your own opinions or experiences, please share them in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!