Hublot: how to distinguish an original from a fake

High popularity always has a downside - products decorated with the emblem of a world-famous brand are often counterfeited, which causes significant damage not only to finances, but also to the reputation of the manufacturer. The buyer also suffers from a low-quality replica, sometimes parting with an impressive amount for which he received a masterfully executed fake.

Firms producing Swiss watches especially suffer from piracy. Underground craftsmen love cult models, which enjoy unprecedented popularity among connoisseurs.

In order not to run into counterfeits and save money, before purchasing you need to carefully study the main characteristics of the product, paying special attention to the details, and also make sure that you have accompanying documentation and a quality certificate.

What does the packaging of an original Hublot watch look like?

Several decades ago, a watch with an extremely original design was presented - the Hublot chronometer was made in the form of a porthole.An unusual design solution, masterful execution and high quality put the mechanisms of yesterday's newcomer on a par with the world leaders in the production of premium wristwatches.

It is sometimes difficult for an inexperienced Hublot fan to distinguish an original from a fake. Therefore, before you pay a significant amount, you need to inspect the main details.

The first thing you need to do is examine the packaging. The original case looks very stylish; it best demonstrates the authenticity of the product. The Hublot logo should be on the top of the cap. Inside, on a spherical pad, there is a stylish watch, instructions in several languages, and a special key. The latter is needed to replace the battery.

Reference. The price of original products cannot be low. The cost of real devices starts at $14,000.

Mandatory attributes of branded products:

1. The box must contain an international guarantee in the form of a smart card.
2. The case is made of morocco and covered with moire fabric.
3. Inside the package there is a round mirror. The edges are smooth, without chips or other defects.
4. The box contains a warranty card that is included with each original model.
5. Multilingual instructions, it is duplicated on the manufacturer’s official website.
6. Documents and certificates for the limited version.

Reference. The brand often produces products in small quantities. Belonging to an exclusive line is confirmed by relevant documents, which must be in the case.

External differences between the original Hublot and the fake

After examining the case, you can begin to study the case of the elite chronometer:

1. Material. Original watches are made only from high-carat gold.You can safely pass by products made of gilded brass. Only fakes are made from such materials. Over time, the brass begins to peel off, and the surface of the watch becomes rough, covered with stains and scratches. Such troubles do not happen with original products.
2. Inlay. Branded accessories use inserts and trims made of precious metals and stones. All elements are smooth, the stones have clear edges and are inserted neatly. Replicas use rhinestones or glass instead of real minerals. If the decorative elements are crooked, traces of chips, scratches, and glue residues are visible, the buyer has a fake.
3. Engraving. To distinguish a branded Hublot from a replica, you need to carefully examine the engraving. On a real watch, all the inscriptions are made neatly, have clear lines, and do not extend beyond the boundaries of the case.
4. Design. The main distinctive feature of Hublot is the combination of stylish minimalism, sporty chic and deliberate luxury. The dial is made of precious metals, the strap is made of natural rubber. The watch especially attracts attention with a scattering of sparkling screws located on the bezel. Limited edition models are made of carbon, titanium or ceramic.
5. Strap. The bracelet should not have scratches, abrasions, roughness or other defects. The stitches are uniform, neat, without protruding threads.

Reference. The fake strap is made of low-grade leatherette. Checking the quality of the material is quite simple: just bend the bracelet in half. If cracks form, it means it is counterfeit.

Features of the mechanism

All original chronometers are equipped with an automatic Unico movement with a double clutch, which is clearly visible on the dial. It was developed and patented by Hublot engineers in 2009. Consisting of 330 miniature parts, it is characterized by unprecedented compactness, lightness, high reliability and durability.

Reference. Hublot chronometers with quartz movements do not exist in nature. If you come across this option, it’s a fake.

SmartCard Authentication

The most pleasant information is that at the beginning of 2009 the manufacturer entered into a contract with WISeKey. The cooperation agreement means that Each watch model is accompanied by a smart card. The smart card has a unique code that confirms the authenticity of the product. In other words, a smart card is an electronic version of a quality certificate.

Such a document confirming the originality of the watch must be included in every package of Hublot products. Its absence is a 100% sign of counterfeit.

In addition to guaranteeing authenticity, a smart certificate with an individual product number provides expanded opportunities for access to the manufacturer’s website.

Reference. With the help of the latest technology, Hublot has managed to protect its products from the activities of intruders.

And finally: you must purchase watches from an official representative or in trusted stores. Branded models are not sold in the metro or on websites with the slogan “Everything for 100”.