Alright, so first off, let’s be real, why are people even bothering faking Casios? I mean, they’re not exactly Rolexes, are they? But hey, a fake is a fake, and nobody wants to get ripped off, especially when you’re vibing with that retro cool.
So, what’s the deal? Well, from what I’ve seen floating around the internet (and trust me, I’ve been down some serious rabbit holes looking at this stuff), there are a few things to keep in mind.
One thing I saw mentioned? The buckle. apparently, on a genuine G-Shock (and okay, maybe we’re getting a little off track with the vintage thing *specifically* here, but the principles apply, ya know?) the buckle is supposed to be pretty shiny. Like, *really* shiny. And it should have “CASIO” stamped on it. A cheap fake might have a dull buckle or the stamping might be kinda…off. Fuzzy, maybe? Hard to explain. You gotta look *really* close.
Then there’s the button test! I saw a thing where you hold down the button on the right, and if the Casio logo pops up on the screen, BAM! You’ve got a genuine article. BUT…and this is a BIG but…I’m not entirely convinced that works for *every* model. Might just be a G-Shock thing. And counterfeiters are getting smarter all the time, so who knows? They might be able to fake that too!
And then, honestly, sometimes it’s just a gut feeling. Like, if you’re buying it for a dollar fifty from some dude in a back alley, let’s be honest, chances are it’s not legit. I mean, someone even admitted they bought a fake just for the clasp! (because it was cheaper than getting a new clasp alone lol)
Also, it’s worth checking out the registration thing. Casio has a website where you can register your watch. I guess that’s some kind of proof of authenticity? I dunno, seems a little flimsy to me. Like, what’s stopping someone from registering a fake? Still, can’t hurt, right?
Honestly? The best advice I can give is to buy from a reputable seller. Like, a proper jeweller or a well-known online store. Yeah, you might pay a little more, but at least you’ll have some peace of mind. And if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. I mean, come on, a *vintage* Casio for five bucks? Yeah right!
I think a good way to inspect the watch is to compare it with the original one. But who would have the original one for comparing, except for Casio itself?
