Tips to Spot a Real Super Clone Rolex – The 5 Characteristics to Check

Because replica watches are getting better, it’s now challenging to identify a true Rolex apart from a Genesis Clone. Even experts sometimes have a hard time spotting a replica because it so closely resembles an original Rolex watch. Yet, despite their great work, Super Clones differ in minor ways from genuine ones. 

Being able to identify a Replica Rolex matters for collectors, as well as those who sell or just admire luxury watches. These five features should help you identify a Super Clone Rolex.

1. Laser-Etched Crown on the Crystal

One way to identify a genuine Rolex is by the tiny laser-etched crown placed at the 6 o’clock hour mark on its crystal. In the early 2000s, Rolex added this detail, known as the “Rolex Crown Etching,” as a way to help people tell real watches from fake ones. Most people cannot see it without a magnifying glass or a tool made for that purpose.

Great Super Clones handle this successfully, yet it is possible to tell from the high standards of the engraving. A genuine Rolex has a well-defined crown that is positioned accurately in the middle and all its parts are sharp and fit together symmetrically. Contrarily, the etching on a Super Clone may appear slightly less sharp, be placed incorrectly, and have less detail than the genuine watch.

2. Weight and Feel

Because a Rolex watch is often built with 904L stainless steel instead of 316L, its solid and weighty construction makes it valuable. The use of that steel gives the watch a feeling of weight that is difficult to copy.

While Super Clones resemble the real watch, especially using 904L steel, the differences in weight and balance may give them away. If the watch is lighter than a Rolex, doesn’t feel well-balanced, or lacks weight, it could well be a replica. On a genuine Rolex, the finishing is smooth everywhere, with polished edges and a perfect, shiny look that cannot be found in Super Clones.

3. Movement and Sweep

One of the most important parts of a Rolex watch is its movement. Rolex’s automatic movements, such as the Caliber 3135 and 3235, are chosen for their precise, reliable, and smooth action. The movements ensure a smooth movement of the second hand, which ticks every 28,800 times per hour (BPH).

Although Super Clones have advanced a lot and use quality movements, their movements are still not as smooth as an authentic Rolex. With Super Clones, you might notice the seconds hand ticking a bit more prominently, there may be some variations in power reserve, and the rotor inside the case could sound different than the original.

4. Serial and Model Numbers

Rolex usually puts the serial and model numbers on the lugs or on the rehaut, a circular ring inside the watch’s face, that is noticeable to nearly everyone. All the fine numbers must be well-cut, sharp, aligned in order, and written with a font that matches the standards of Rolex watches.

The exactness, depth, and perfect structure in original engravings are usually missing in Super Clones. Often, the spacing, typeface, and engraving are not perfect, making it easy for a watch specialist to spot a fake. In certain situations, the serial number of a Super Clone won’t appear in Rolex’s documented list, so it is obvious the watch is fake.

5. Price Too Good to Be True

If the price sounds much lower than you expected, it could be a scam. Super Clones can sometimes be very pricey, up to several hundred dollars or in some cases over a thousand, but they are much cheaper than the genuine Rolex watches, which can be worth several thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars.

If a listed price is too good to be true, be wary when purchasing online or from individuals. You can’t find a real Rolex at a price that’s only a portion of the original retail cost. If you notice the watch is offered at a much lower price than similar ones, likely, it’s not genuine.

Bottom Line

Event though Super Clone Rolex watches have redefined replicas, nothing comes close to the quality, workmanship, and background of the real Rolex. Given their detailed movements, high-quality materials, and strict control, Rolex watches lead the luxury watch industry. 

Considering these five important qualities – starting with the engraved crown – enables you to avoid buying problems and make a reasonable choice.