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Guideu/Emma Davis·2mo ago

How to spot a good super clone - my checklist

After buying 5 super clones over the past year, here's my checklist for spotting a good one. Case: Check the brushing. It should be even and directional. The polished bevels should be consistent. The weight should feel right - not too light, not artificially heavy. Dial: Check the printing under a loupe. It should be sharp, not fuzzy. The lume should be evenly applied. The date window should be properly framed. Movement: Ask for a timegrapher reading. It should be within +/- 10s/day. The beat error should be under 0.5ms. Bracelet: Check the links. They should be solid, not hollow. The clasp should snap shut firmly. The articulation should be smooth. If all of these check out, you've got a good one. If any fail, walk away.

How to spot a good super clone - my checklist
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u/Alex Rivera·2mo ago

Nice! What strap are you running on it? I find the bracelet a bit heavy for summer.

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u/Alex Rivera·2mo ago

I had mine pressure tested at 10 ATM. Passed without issue. These are legit.

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Great write-up. I have the same model and everything you said about the finishing is spot on.

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u/Emma Davis·2mo ago

Nice! What strap are you running on it? I find the bracelet a bit heavy for summer.

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u/Alex Rivera·2mo ago

The chrono pushers on mine are buttery smooth. People are always surprised when I tell them.

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Reading this while saving up for my first one. Posts like this keep me motivated.

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u/Alex Rivera·2mo ago

College student here too. This is exactly what I needed to read. Saving up now.

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I was worried about being called out too. Never happened. These are that good.

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