Seiko 5 real vs fake. How to spot fake Seiko 5 wrist watch

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00:00 - Intro
00:17 - The dial
00:57 - The visible logos
01:22 - The crown
01:41- The metallic strap
03:03 - The case back side


How do I know if my Seiko 5 is original?
Like any other global product, it must bear the logo of the brand on its packaging. In the case of Seiko watches, this is the Seiko logo found on the packaging's interior, which consists of a box along with a “guarantee card” that states that the product is authentic.

Can I check Seiko serial number?
The numbers on a Seiko can be found on the case back. There, you will find a number that actually refers to two different numbers – the case code and the caliber (movement). The number on the Seiko case back consists of one number, a hyphen, and then an additional number. Both of these consist of four digits.

Is my Seiko 5 Made in Japan?
Made in Japan

So, while the majority of Seiko watches are assembled in the country, many of the parts used to make them have been manufactured in other parts of Asia. However, for their high-end line, Grand Seiko, all timepieces are manufactured in Northern Japan indefinitely and fit the tag given.

Where are Seiko 5 watches made?
SEIKO 5 Sports Automatic SBSA001 Made in Japan.

What does Seiko 5 mean?
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Quickly, let's jump back to 1963, when the original Seiko 5 was launched. The “5” is a reference to the attributes that any Seiko 5 watch would offer, i.e., automatic winding, a day and date display, water resistance, a recessed crown at 4 o'clock, and a durable case.

Why are some Seiko watches made in China?
No, they are are proudly made in Japan, or produced under strict Japanese licensing & production standards in Singapore & Malaysia. There is always a possibility of fake & replicate Seiko watches produced in China, but not with Seiko parts or movements. Where (from what country) are Seiko watches made?

How can you tell how old a watch is?
To determine the age of your watch, you will need to open your watch and find the serial number on the watch's movement. This crucial figure will indicate the manufacture date. (Unfortunately, you cannot rely on the number stamped outside on the watch case which is largely used only for identification purposes.)