There is a large number of fake G-Shocks being sold on eBay, online stores and even in local shopping malls. A fake G-Shock looks worse, will easily fall apart and is not nearly as cool as the real thing.
The best way to tell if a G-Shock is real or not is to look up the Casio model number here (enter the model # in the search box):
Compare the seller's photos to the image(s) on the archive page for that model (example).
Most fake G-Shocks don't even list a real model number for the watch (G-9000-1, DW-6900CS-1, etc…).
All G-Shocks should have the word "Casio" on the face and on the back (might be small though)
Every real Casio G-Shock should come with a box that has the full model number printed on the back (by the bar code). Look for the official Casio G-Shock logo too. And a partial model number will always be engraved on the case back. It's probably a fake if the watch doesn't have one, or if it doesn't match the photos in the watch archive.
Be sure to check the details like the text painted on various surfaces. The knockoffs often have poor quality control. Fakes often use a very cheap LCD that stands out when compared to an authentic model. The real ones also should have a good quality backlight. Once you've handled a few real Casio watches and their packaging it becomes much easier to spot the fake ones. You can go to a known good retail store like Macy's, Target or Sears to see a real one in person.
Amazon.com is probably the safest place online to buy G-Shocks. And they have really good prices and selection too. Here's an nice tool to look up current good deals on Amazon:
Be sure to look up more information on any model you are not sure about. You really are only going to be happy with a genuine G-Shock.
The watches in all of these photos are 100% fake. Don't buy one. They won't last longer than a month and any exposure to water will probably kill it. Real G-Shocks will last near forever and shrug off all kinds of abuse. And you will look like a loser wearing a fake one. The real ones stand out and look much cooler.
Update: Photos of new fakes in US malls, plus lots more.
All Fakes
There's no real Frogman with analog hands
Fake G-Sport Watch - All G-Sport Watches are fake (Casio doesn't use this name)
Fake Gulfman
Fake Frogman
Some fake Frogman watches say "Aqua Sports" on them. No real Casio G-Shock says that on them.
Fake Mudman
Fake analog/digital G-Shocks
Fake Frogman G-Shock
Fake Riseman
Fake Gulfman G-Shock
Fake White BAPE. Many fake Bapes have a nice box, paperwork and serial number. It's really hard to spot the bad ones from low quality photos.
Fake Casio Pro Trek
Fake Frogman style watch
Fake GW-9200 Riseman G-Shock
Fake Yellow C-Shock Frogman
Fake Ice Shock Frogman
Fake MT-G Neon Illuminator Frogman (ILLUMINA TOR)
Fake Green 7700 Watch
Lots of fake Casio watches
More fakes in a jewelry store
White fake DW-6900
Fake White Frogman DW-8200
Fake GW-200 Style White Frogman
Fake Pink Frogman
Fake Yellow "Titanium" Frogman G-Shock
Fake white Sport G-7900
Fake blue Sport G-7900
Fake Transformers Cybertron G-Shock (off center dash in date and two dots in the time)
Fake G-Shock "Sport" Watch
Riseman "Replica"
Mudman Sport "Replica"
Fake Frogman "Tecno Sport"
Fake White DW6900 G-Shock Sport
Fake "Aquastar" Frogman
Fake black Frogman variant
Fake "Titanium" Frogman
Fake MT-G Casio G-Shock
New Fake G9100 Gulfman G-Shocks
These fakes have the "Casio" text and look better than the usual fakes
Be careful when shopping for a Gulfman now
Fake G7900 G-Shock
More Colorful Fake G-7900 G-Shocks
Fake Black G-7900
Fake "CASIO G-Shock 9200 Leisure Sport Watch GF-9200-1DRF" watches
Fake yellow GA100 on the left - real one on the right
Fake black GA100 on the left - real one on the right
Fake red GA100 on the left - real one on the right
Fake Red GX56 G-Shock
Fake Orange Riseman
Fake GD100 G-Shock
Fake GX-56 King G-Shock
Fake White G-5600 "G-Shock"
Fake Red G-5600 "G-Shock"
And here's a video of a bunch of fakes. None of these are legit:
And here's another video doing some investigating in a mall:
Mauricio2610 made this video of a fake Transformers Destron DW-6900 G-Shock. He points out some good tips for spotting a fake G.
Paul Micken made this helpful video comparing a fake yellow Bape to a real red Bape. As you can see, a fake G-Shock is easy to spot if you have a real one next to it. Watch and learn.
If you find a watch and you're not sure if it's legit or not, you can post in the comment section below. I'll try to help you out.
How can you tell if the G-shock u bought from a jewelry store is fake bcuz my cousin got her from da jewelry store and if its fake imma laugh at her lol
BTW, the packaging is what's got me the most concerned. It's different from any other G-Shock box I've gotten, and there is no Casio mention on the box/stand, just G-shock. Would they ever do that?
It looks real juliet. It should be the DW-5600MS-1. That box and stand combination is one valid form of Casio G-Shock packaging. It's popular with discount sellers since it probably costs retailers slightly less than the nicer metal tin packages.
Thank you so much for you quick and informed reply! What a relief!
If you ever need a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes authenticated, I'm your girl! I'd be happy to return the favor.
And even though that cardboard box is a little flimsy, it's the only Casio packaging that comes with the little watch stand. So it has that going for it.
Hi there
I have just bought a CASIO G-SHOCK SOLAR ATOMIC WATCH. GSHOCK MTG900DA-8V from 4-watches
Top One International Corp.
14 Bond Street #442
Great Neck NY 11021
4-watches.com
the website says
Original manufacturer serial numbers on all watches.
All wrist watches come with warranty.
Brand new, Authentic, never worn watches.
however, the watch did not come with a manual and also the writing is faded on the face
do you know of this company and whether they are genuine?
Top One sells watches under a few different comain names. I've never heard of them selling fakes, but I have heard. Complaints about their customer. Service and conditions of the watch. If it doesn't look new and come with everything then you can try getting a refund.
The video above isn't the best quality, but I can say they are definitely all fake after having looked at thousands of real G-Shocks (photos and real life). Those watches resemble several popular models, but the details always give the fakes away.
Post some photos of your G-Shocks and I can tell you for sure if they are real. They could be the real ones that these are based on. But there's a lot of fakes in stores out there right now.
A real G-Shock should always have the full model number printed somewhere on the box or packaging (example: DW-6900LR-9DR). And the abbreviated model number engraved on the case back (example: DW-6900LR). You can search Google or the Watch Archive and compare your G-Shock to photos of a confirmed real one.
That Mudman is real. As long as Amazon is the seller you should be safe. I've never heard of Amazon ever selling any fakes, but be a little careful if it's a third party seller selling through Amazon.com. They also have an excellent return policy if there is ever any problem with a watch.
I spend some time on net looking were to buy some authentic g-shocks..
I have little experience with buying authentic new era hats and these shops
i found..
Its small shop usually have only about ten pieces of g-shock
or less.
I think they sell only authentic watches because these small
shops usually take wear shoes and watches like art .
They have deep relation to all these stuff i think they have these
shops not only for a money …i think
Please check for me and everybody model 6900
on HOLY GRAIL and HAVEN its only 5 watches
Those are all fakes. That site seems to specialize in selling fakes, and I did not see any real ones there. It's too bad that there are so many sources of these "replica" G-Shock watches. Please only buy from a reputable source. You will be very disappointed with a fake.
Thanks Riley !!!
Holy grail is new LA store based on sneakers and fitteds.
Haven is shop from Canada and they have top feedbacks on top fashion blogs like..HIGHSNOBIETY..HYPE BEAST.but your deep knowledge help me .
I will buy some and i will send you detail photo but last question is what do you think abou these BAPE?
Photos is quite small i know but please look at these red and black. http://stores.ebay.com/pondon__W0QQ_sacatZpondonQQ_sidZ82446960?_nkw=G-SHOCK&submit=Search
Thank you for your time Riley thanxxxx!!!!!
Thank you for givin your knowledge for people !!!
I don't know that seller, but the prices seem to indicate they are real (fake ones are usually much cheaper), and the photos seem pretty good. You should research the seller more and see if they have a good track record of selling real ones. The photos could be real, but that doesn't mean they will necessarily sell you the one in the photos. There are LOTS of fake Bapes, so be extra careful.
I am a newbie to G-Shocks, but have always wanted to get one. Your comment that there are no analogue Frogman's was really helpful, as a local Craigslist seller is trying to sell one that I was considering, but won't now that I know it is likely a fake. My question to you is, are there any analog G-Shock models that are authentic, or where would I be albe to find this out?
Thanks for your time and sharing your knowledge on fake G-Shocks
Just check the model number before buying a G-Shock. There's not many fakes that look exactly the same when compared side-by-side. And most fakes don't even have a model number. The Bapes are probably the hardest to tell.
Hello Riley,
I recently purchased the G-shock DW-6600C from Amazon.com itself (and not a Amazon user) And it seems pretty legit but just to make sure can you verify?
Thank you so much! (oh and the box it came from looked just like the one juliet's watch came in)
Hey Riley could you check out this G-Shock for me and tell me if it seems real. Its on ebay and the seller name is bernardino973. Its hot pink and black. They say hes a top-rated seller but you cant always trust that. There also a watch by seller 510 store called a VTG CASIO PRE G-SHOCK LCD WATCH 1219 DW-290 JAPAN M. If you can find these watches and tell me what you think that would be great. I tried to post the pictures but for some reason my computer wouldnt allow me too! oh well. Thanks again
It is pretty much easy for me to distinguished if those watches are real or fake. I can tell by the look and detail closely. I have been owning few G Shock watches for many years. I do think BAPE is a bit difficult to distinguished. I recognized lots of real G Shock models. I do trust Amazon, Macy, and Sears.
It's a fake. The $50 price is the biggest red flag. No real Bape should ever sell for less than $300. Most now have a fair market price of around $500. You have to be REALLY careful with Bapes because fakes probably outnumber real ones a 1000 to 1.
They have a high retail price to begin with and usually sell out instantly. Your best bet is to buy one when a new model first goes on sale at the Bape store. The price usually only goes up from there.
Hi Riley
I THINK this one is genuine, but I'd really like your opinion before I go for it - I've had a close look at the photos attached and I hope I've learned enough to know the difference between real and fake.
The seller appears genuine (he has very sound feedback). He's got lots of different g-shocks for sale and some are quite rare. Please let me have your opinion.
That link isn't working for me right now. I looked up that item number on ebay.com and I think I found that DW-9700. That seller in Japan (puresoulhide) is a good one I think. And that G-Shock looks real. It's a clear jelly model that's over 10 years old though, so watch out for condition issues. Even ones that have never been taken out the box could have problems.
Hello again, Riley
Thanks for your comments on the watch (above). Unfortunately, it's getting a little pricey for me, but I found another watch being offered by the same seller (puresoulhide) that has gotr me interested. Unfortunately I can find very little information about this particular model even on THIS site (and Google) - can you help, please? Is it genuine? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220534933117&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Hi Riley
I hate to be a nuisance, but can you confirm something for me, please?
If a G-shock has a reference to the (Titanium) back being made in Thailand , is it possible that the watch is genuine?
I've seen many watches for sale that purport to be 'genuine' but on closer inspection they have the above inscription on the back. I would assume that genuine G-shocks would only have a reference to 'Japan' on the reverse. I'm confused - please help
That seller has 10 white Bapes for sale for $40 each. What do you think?
They're definitely fake. A fair market price for a Bape will never be below $300, unless it's really beat up or something. That seller is selling 3 packs of new ones for $130.
There's a few exceptions, but most every G-Shock says "Casio" on it somewhere. I think fake makers don't put it on there because it makes it harder to sue them for it.
Allright guys, I just logged onto this so you guys can look at some reasons on how to find out if a Bape G-Shock is real or not.
1- All of the letterings around the LCD should be all white, if it's black, it's fake.
2- Above the G button, it should say Go Ape, except on the white version of the G-Shock which says "War 21st Resist"
3- The colors of the 3 circles should be the same color, otherwise fake. If the color of the big circle is red, it is fake.
4- The triangle corner of the box fits very well.
5- The design of metal backing is overall smooth and is marked, "xxx/1000".
Again, I repeat, this is only for the Bape G-Shock.
Riley, I have a question about the GW-6900-1 Tough Solar Black G-Shock.
On the steel part of it, where the clip is, is it supposed to say "Casio Japan" or "Casio China"?
I've compared it to the real one from the website, it looks exactly like it, but I am not sure because of that.
"Casio Japan" or "Casio China" on the clasp can both be legit. It just depends on where it was made. Casio is making lots of the bands in China now. Even some of the the nicer models. So it's not a bad thing at all really.
The main thing to look for is that something is engraved on the back of the metal clasp. Most fakes will have nothing or the text will be raised. The quality of the details is also much higher on real ones.
Once you've handled a few real G-Shocks it becomes much easier to tell a knockoff. Poor quality photos are usually a bad sign. All the really good online sellers take really good closeup shots.
Hi Riley,
Great site mate.
I bought a Casio G Shock GW-810d from Topwatch in NY.
It came in a dodgy packet with no bar code and no warrantee card.
I emailed them to question this and they said that the packing slip is all the warrantee I need.
The watch is obviously second hand and has grime built up around the band clasp. There's a round paper label on the back of the watch which has been worn away.
I can't find GS 810D on the casio site. This is sounding fake. Can you confirm please (BTW I also bought a Citizen Eco Drive that I will return as well if this Casio prooves to be fake.
Thanks
There's plenty of lousy watch shops out there trying to peddle poor condition G-Shocks. It could very well be real, but just a reconditioned or used watch.
Casio doesn't do a very good job of cataloging all the models online, so I've tried to make an archive site of all of them for reference. Take a look and see if yours looks right. It sounds like you should probably seek a refund, even if it's real. G-Shocks will take all kinds of abuse, but if you pay "new" prices it's usually more fun to abuse it yourself first.
The best way to buy a G-Shock IMO is to buy through a known good dealer like Amazon that offers good discount prices too.
The best time to buy a real Bape watch is right when a new model is released. It usually takes the fake makers a little while to copy a new one. I would recommend trying to find one through a known good dealer in Japan.
Those are definitely fakes. No one would sell five different real Bape models for $169. I doubt there's more than a handful of people in the world that own 5 different Bapes.
That seller seems to be selling real G-Shocks. He's in the Philippines though, so it might not make sense to order from him unless you're there in the Philippines too.
That's just a stock image of that camo Mudman, but the seller seems legit. It's a shame that G-Shocks are more expensive in Australia. I've seen that G-Shock on sale on Amazon.com for a much lower price in the past. The G-9000MC-3 is sort of rare now though, so it's hard to find a good deal.
umm my friend has a fake frogman titanium the orange one its completely fake we know but he claims real,we put it thru water test and dropped a couple times but nothing it was still good why?
Hi Riley,
first i´d like to thank you for your effort!!!
Could you please tell me if this is a genuine G-Shock??
I´m a bit worried, because the metal plate says "Made in Thailand"… shouldn´t it be made in Japan? i bought this one in Germany, maybe tht´s the reason…?!
Some better fakes will not immediately die when dunked in water, but a lot will. Water could have still gotten inside the case though. You can freaking go scuba diving down to 600 feet deep with any real G-Shock no problem. Have your friend do a real tough test and see what happens.
MudMan,
That G looks real. Lots of newer G-Shock are stamped "Made in Thailand". Nothing to worry about there.
Sorry, but that's a fake. Notice the text "Sport" above the LCD. A real one would say "Casio" there. You can notify eBay and get a refund since it's not legit. You should also report the seller.
These fake sellers pay like $5 for these crappy replicas, and make money foisting them on un-informed people. You should report any stores selling these and make fun of anyone wearing them. They're basically worthless.
That G-Shock and seller seem to be legit. Just be aware that standard shipping from Hong Kong to the US can take a long time (like around 2 weeks usually).
Hi Riley, could you tell if these two are authentic or fake? I've been looking all over for a Rastafari g-shock and this one seems ok…but i don't know.
That Rasta DW-6900 looks good. Msgdistributors is a great seller.
The black Bape looks good, but I don't know that seller. The price seems about right and the seller is in Japan. It looks like he specializes in other Bape stuff, so it could be OK.
That G-Shock looks legit. I'm not familiar with those Fight Club shops, but it seems like the typical boutique place that would only carry real merchandise.
ay0o wass good bro. can you tell me the differsence between the balck and white g shock is. cause am really confusedd. i wanna buy a g shock but am affraid to buy a fake one u fell me
That white Bape looks really fake. The black one is probably real, but it's a stock image. There's several different real Bape G-Shocks in various colors, but about 99% of the ones for sale are fakes. A real one should cost you at least $400 USD. Anything less than that is surely a fake. These are very rare.
Ok my friends has an S-Shock and we've all been telling him it's fake because…no one has heard of an S-Shock..Do you know if S-Shock's really exist and if his is real?
S-Shocks are just fake imitation G-Shocks. They might technically be legal since they slightly changed the name, but they're still pieces of crap watches.
Lol thanks alot for the help Riley. He's always trying to say it's real, or he doesn't care if it's fake because some people who talk about its fakeness don't have one…but now I have proof it's fake
Lol thanks alot for the help Riley. He's always trying to say it's real, or he doesn't care if it's fake because some people who talk about its fakeness don't have one…but now I have proof it's fake
And I never noticed I said "my friends has one"…oops mistake
My friend has one.
Oh and Riley my brother is saying that if someone buys a G-Shock that's cheap, it's fake..he says real ones are about $400, are there any real ones that are cheaper, like less than $100? And do real G-Shocks have a G on the back above shock resistent, because my friens's S-Shock doesn't?
Real Bapes are like $400, but there's regular real G-Shocks that start around $35 on sale. The most expensive G-Shock has a retail price of about $6,000. It's a big range.
That's why there's no excuse to buy a fake one. A real G-Shock is WAY better, and you can still get a legit one without spending too much money.
Yes, all real G-Shocks should say "Casio" on them. They should also have a model number and module number engraved n the case back that you can look up to verify authenticity.
That G-Shock is through a third party seller on Amazon. It's a stock image of a G-Shock, but it looks like it says they only have used ones available right now. You should be safe if you buy directly from Amazon.
hey riley help needed here, i have bought a new DW-6900CS-1 and i am scared it is a fake because it does not come with the normal metal tin that most people have and it came with a g shock box which are those cardboard form.and the digital wording in the watch is shiny silver rather than normal black.which i seen most people have. and it is made in thailand.plz reply me thnx. really needed help.
Real G-Shock can come in a variety of packaging. The LCD digits are supposed to be shiny and that's tough to fake. It's also supposed to be made in Thailand. If it says "Casio" on it too, it's probably the real deal.
ya it have casio printed in the back case and in the front at the top,but i got this watch really cheap,as i am living in singapore and the model that i have bought only cost me (83singapore dollars) while in the normal market price in shopping mall and the G factory in singapore they sell the same model at (137 to 139 singapore dollars),then i ask them y do they sell so cheap and,they say that they selling this watch @ wholesale price,is it true that wholesale price is so cheap????? now this is the problem that i am scared that i have bought a fake…as the price of $83 to $139 is a really big diffrence. sry for my ignorance as i am a newbie in collecting casio G shock.i would really appreciate if you can reply once more…
harobikefan, Everything looks real to me, but it's hard to make out all the details in that video. Put it side-by-side with a known good DW-6900 and you should be able to tell for sure. The LCDs on fakes are never as good as the real ones.
ooh so means that the shiny digital wording in my watch is real? coz i saw some model and they are black in colour.? sry i am too paranoid i wanna know if have i got scam
It looks real. It seems the box is for a GLX-5600 and you have a DW-6900. It's a common problem with retail shops mixing up the boxes. I mentioned it in a recent blog post.
omg ya i just noticed that and asked my friend he mixed them up,
is there a way i can tell if the warranty is up? cause i dont know how long ago this thing was opened, thenew box hes giving me has the other warranty for that specific watch
thanks alot though
sry riley, i got one question to clear up.you said that the All G-Shocks should have the word "Casio" on the face and on the back case,and should have the module and model number printed on the back case?but so what it have been printed on the back,fake watch maker could also just engraved those model and module number with the casio brand on their fake watch too right??? some fake g shocks could also have the module and model number on the back too right?
That seller looks legit, but I've never bought from them. It seems like a safe buy, and the price is about right. They have a retail price of $99 USD here.
hi there,does different country have different book of instruction manual for the same model of G shock watch? or is it a same printed booklet with the same language worldwide?? my instruction manual(booklet) in singapore is alot alot more thinner than those i saw in other country,when they unbox their watch with the same model??
I think that a fake G-Shock isn't technically illigeal unless it says "Casio" on it, so that's why most fakes don't go that far. Some that don't care might though, but the vast majority don't even say Casio, so it's an easy way to tell.
The owner's manual and packaging will vary, depending on where you buy it. The big thick ones include many different languages. The ones in Japan for instance look very different, and are only in Japanese.
riley,i wanna buy another dw6900cs for my bro's birthday.but i wanna ask you,are there 2 different kind of model for the dw6900cs in black??? as i saw one of the model, the digital digits are *(shiny silver)* while the another model has a *(black digital digit)* like most watches, without the shiny silver effect.coz i saw the european model and the another model in ur blog,and saw some of the unboxing with the different digital wording,so are there 2 different model??? coz mine is shiny silver whether is the reflection of not,so i assume that there are 2 diffrent model???
SRY RILEY,i think the explanation i gave above is unclear,in short wad is the diffrence between a DW-6900CS-1DR & a DW-6900CS-1ER??? IS IT THE DIGITAL WORDING IN THE WATCH GAVE THIS 2 MODEL A DIFFRENT MODEL NUMBER?
I'm going to have to start charging you for answers.
Seriously though, it's better if you post these unrelated questions in the feedback section. I'll address any of these questions there.
Post a photo to be sure. I can't say 100% of G-Shocks say "Casio" on them, and even some fakes do, but it's usually a quick and easy thing to spot. Looking up photos of the model number and having someone knowledgeable about G-Shocks is more complicated.
Hi Riley, just wondering if you have heard or seen any fake Casio G-Shock Gravity Defier Tough Solar G1500BD-1A yet? if so what are the differences. Cheers
I haven't seen any, but there could be fakes I guess. It would be harder to make a good replica of these analog/digital models though. It should be easy to spot the fakes by comparing photos.
so im thinking i may have bought a fake g-shock this is very worrysome
i ordered it from ebay, the seller says its "authentic" and its new but it comes with no packaging for some lame reason, guess that should have been my first indication, and the photos he posted have no merrit realy because i see hes using the same pics again for the same watch being sold
The GW330A in the photo seems real, but it's very low quality image. The seller doesn't seem to be that great, so you could get a real watch, but no packaging or service if anything goes wrong.
There's often other pitfalls to watch buying besides getting a real one. Lousy sellers might sell used or refurbished watches as new, and offer nothing in the way of customer service. That's why it's best to buy from known good dealers instead of shopping for the absolute lowest bargain price.
thanks for your reply. wish i would have paid a few more dollars and bought somewhere more reputable. also when searching this model of watch i only see it in gold, and the one i bought has silver bezel. yes the photos are fuzzy and the kicker is he re-uses the same photos for multiple auctions wich i didnt realize till after the fact.
also the reasoning behind there being no packaging dosnt realy make sense
ill post some pics of the actual watch once i receive it, my loss i guess
riley i bet you have view my dw-6900cs in black before? may i noe why the backlight or light is so much brighter or more to the dark green compare to the other dw-6900cs in black,as you said that "Fakes often use a very cheap LCD that stands out when compared to an authentic model." so do you think mine is a fake??? because i feel that the light stand out as it is very dark green in colour so have i bought a fake one? video here>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8njpK1vaS9U
That G-Shock might be real, but he pics are really bad and it looks used. I would never buy a used white G. They can can get discolored and there's no way to get rid of it.
KiddKidd,
Except for a very few limited edition special releases all G-Shocks should say "Casio" on them somewhere. It's usually not bery big print though.
msgdistributors is one one of the best eBay sellers in the US. I've bought from him with no problems and so have many other G-Shock collectors. You won't have to worry about fakes from him.
That's a stock image of a real G7900A-4. I don't know that seller topbranditems, but they seem like a typical mediocre high volume eBay dealer. You'll probably get a real G-Shock. Just don't expect much in the way of service if something goes wrong. $84 shipped does seem to be the rock bottom lowest price right now for this watch.
There's no way to tell if a seller has the real deal or not if they're using stock images. You just have to look at their reputation. Really good dealers will take photos of the actual watch for sale, but big retailers don't' bother.
You can post some photos of the actual watch, and I can confirm its authenticity for you.
I'm relieved because ebay is very fishy….i've never ordered something that expensive b4…so im glad i got a real one…..one thing i was worried about was the case and i saw the comment u wrote wen u sed companys buy the cheap packaging and i was hoping for the tin but its all good….so do u kno any ebay sellers who have cheap g shocks w/ the tins and are 100% reliable
Amazon.com is the best G-Shock seller for the money IMO. Amazon's prices jump around a lot, so you have to keep an eye out for the really good deals. The higher quality sellers are always going to charge a little more on eBay. Msgdistributors is about the only eBay seller I can really recommend, but his prices are not the cheapest.
Hi…im trying to buy a G-SHOCK for some ones BDAY and needed to know more about the BAPE watches… what are the specific features that are suppose to be on the watch….
HERES THE PICTURE….
ANOTHER QUESTION…SO THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A SPORTS GSHOCK?!?!?
Please don't buy a Bape unless you really know what you're doing. 99.9% of Bapes on eBay are fake and it's really hard to tell which ones are real sometimes. If you give me a link to the eBay auction, I'll try to tell you if it's legit. Real ones should be around $500 at least. They are extremely rare new in the box.
All 3 auctions are using stock images of a DW-5600MS-1. It's hard for me to say more than that. You should check out each seller and see if they are trustworthy. Neither seller has too many red flags, but after a quick look it looks like one is probably better than the other overall, and no surprise, has a slightly higher price.
Thank's for that Riley, I wasn't sure as there are a couple of differences in models which appear to be genuine. The differences I'm referring to are 1. At the top where it says "Casio 20 bar" some images have "multi band 6" while others have "Full Auto El Light", 2. Just underneath the time display some images show "SNZ ALM SIG MUTE A.EL" while others show this area as blank with no writing at all, and 3. Just above the time some images have "Receiving indicator" printed while others do not. It's these differences combined with this website make me a little apprehensive about buying one off the net.
Oh, Ok then far out I should've noticed that, well thank's again for the info it's certainly put my mind at ease, now I just have to choose which Riseman to get lol. Cheers Riley
Thanks Riley, I'm going to go with the auction one and try to win it for cheaper. they "say" it is really authentic and they have a return policy. This is an awesome website btw. Hope you're getting paid by casio to do this. It's subliminally making me want to buy more.
It's normal for some G-Shocks to be stamped "Made in China". And yes, the Adjust button is supposed to be sunken in slightly more. That's so it's not easy to hit accidentally. Yours is probably the real deal.
Wal-Mart is a safe place to buy real G-Shocks. They usually have the best prices for brick and mortar stores, but the selection isn't too great. Amazon will usually have them for less, if you don't mind waiting.
I'm concerned it might not be authentic.
The watch looks of very high quality, but the code on the rear of the watch (5416) is not coming up on a manual search (manual delivered is in Japanese).
Everything else looks really good (although the colour is less 'Blue' than pics online, more 'Acqua').
The packaging in particular has me questioning (Plain black, some 'G-Shock' branding but no Casio).
Any tips on what to look for on these watches to spot a fake?
Any idea what the boxes should look like?
Superchrono seems to be a legit seller, but I've never bought from them. This model is only available in Japan right now and there's not an English version of the manual yet. And the Japanese packaging is different. I think your safe.
You've been such a help to everyone here. I would be grateful for your help too. I just bought a G-5600E tough solar model off ebay from the vendor skynet_sg. The watch came in a cardboard box (no stand) with a warranty booklet. I've attached images - really sorry about the poor quality of the rear of the watch, I just couldn't seem to get that right. The rear states "CASIO 3160 G-5600E" and "MADE IN THAILAND Y" among other things. Please let me know if the watch looks legit. Thanks very much in advance.
It's a stock image of a real G-Shock. It's for sale by a third party seller named MrWatch that I've never heard of before. Just check their rating, and you should be alright.
That seller bbtiesto is known to sell real G-Shocks, and that one looks real. Just look out for condition issues. He's been known to downplay issues with used watches.
hey riley, had a quick question.
i recieved my g shock and the adjust button on my dw-6900cs is pushed in more than the other buttons. is that how its made or is it damaged.?
Thanks I feel more confident but I was wondering if you could tell me some things to watch out for on the mini g shocks. There is a lot of talk about fake G shocks but not the mini. Another thing I want to add is the band is a rubber feel unlike the smooth and shiney other G shock bands, the design on the band is slightly different, and the metal piece that holds the band together is a little loss unlike my other G shocks (Glide and DW-6900 ) is this a problem? I would greatly appreciate your help
Lastly, the GW-M5600A-7 has Multi-Band 5 Atomic Timekeeping. Is that useless for me because i'm in Australia? Would it be just the same as getting the G-5600A-7?
I've never heard of those sellers. The G-Shocks in the photos look real, but I'd be careful buying from either one of those. I'd much prefer a more reputable seller.
gotta really strong feeling it's fake. i do have a white g shock i know is real. but i just got this one and i've seen a real frogman, the LED doesn't have the frog either. jus put my outta misery.. and tell me it's fake
That's a stock image of a real G-9100BL Gulfman. The seller seems legit enough. Just be aware that shipping from Hong Kong can take a really long time. You also might want to check on exactly what packaging comes with this watch (if it matters to you). Some of these discount overseas sellers will not include the original box or manual.
That Final Frogman looks real. I don't know about that seller though. It looks like he has zero feedback as a seller. You should be careful, especially if the price seems to good to be true.
thank you Riley for your quick answer. You have noticed the same fact as me, that of the zero feedback as a seller. I have looked at the other items he is offering in ebay and they all have in common that are used but mint condition. It looks too cheap though, but…It is used…so it may be not so cheap after all..being solar is other point (no need to open the watch to change battery)
Whatever, thank you again for your help
Hey Riley mind doing a check for me?
(I think he gave me the wrong box-_-!)
And i know this is off topic, but what do you think of this watch? haha! thanks in advance!
Riley,
Thanks for the response, Im pretty sure its real too since the stand i bought it from is on the official g shock website. Quick question, was my g-7900a suppose to come in the tin case? The guy gave me a the paper box and im pretty sure thtas not the right case because it has the wrong serial number and the watch is loose when put in.
It's common for retailers to mix up the boxes G-Shocks come in. Some will come in tins at one place, but not another. There should be a full model number on the cardboard box. If it doesn't match up then, you probably got the wrong box.
Yep it definitely doesn't match the watch i have lol. thanks for the info. Know any places where i can buy good g shocks in cali (central valley area), like the ltd ones?
riley, my dad wants to buy me The Centurion Series Custom G-Shock Bezels by ZShock custom black diamond series for $1,195.00 for my 13th birthday and he wants to know if its legit. i told him that all types of stars wear them like chris brown, bow wow, john legend, and many others wear them but he really wants to make sure. it has all the qualities and details for a real g-shock, so can you please look at the site and look at the model.
www.ZShock.com>>Mens Watch Collection>>The Centurion Series Custom G-Shock Bezels by ZShock.
thank you and i trust that your expert advice will be accurate just like they always are.
please comment back fast!
-~*JAY*~
I've never dealt with Zshock myself, but I've heard mixed feedback from others. They spent a lot of money promoting their products with celebrities. The main complaint was that the quality of their products doesn't match their price. I don't know of anyone else to recommend for this type of thing, but maybe Tyko Moon could hook you up with something.
Im new here and to the G-shock world. Im just a bit confused….i live in Thailand and some codes are different from what I see in the interenet sites…so I would appreciate your opinions or knowledge.
GA-110B-2JF ….in Thailand they end with DR instead of JF. Is there a difference on the product or what? check this site: http://www.veladeedee.com/watch/productDetail.php?id_prd=1234
THX GUYS
YO RiLEY from what ive learned from you showing how to spot a fake this looks fake to me…no casio or model number, box nothing….is it fake or real…..need ur input bro…im trying to buy a real gshock watch that i would like.some pointers on where to get 1 for cheap….???
hi i just started to like g-shocks and i saw a nice red 1 that looks exactly the same as the fake mu d man shown at the beginning at this page but the metal plate at the back is the same as the as the g-shock petershypee posted.it doesn't have the capital letter g at the top of the shock resist.pls help me determine if its fake or not
Casio did make a pair of Transformers G-Shocks a few years ago. They are very rare though and expensive. There's lots of fakes because of this, so be very careful.
Riley, 1st you are the man, your site is awesome and I'm glad I found it. I found a site selling the DW-900LR-9A. The site and your pics dont show that there is a "Casio" logo on the face but on the Casio website there is "Casio" written below the LCD screen. On yours its says "times are a changing". Am I too assume the one without "Casio" on it is real? Thx. hope my question was to confusingly worded. http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900LR-9A/
Good catch. I think there might be two different versions of the LRG DW-6900. I know Kronos who posted the eral life photos, and I'm sure he bought a real one. The "times are a changing" one is real. There are a very few collaboration models that don't say Casio anywhere on the front. Looking at the case back should tell you for sure. A real G-Shock expert should be able to spot the inferior LCDs in a fake too.
I would still be very careful buying one from anyone other than LRG or a VERY reputable seller.
That's a stock image of a real one. That seller doesn't look so good though. They don't seem to sell that many watches, and they have some negative feedback.
hey riley can you check out these two links one of them is a glide glx-5600 and a gshock mudman it says its 100% real but can you verify and look at both pics to see if there good thanks.
Hey riley…my friend was looking to buy this g-shock…and i just wanted to make sure that he doesn't end up buying a fake one..so if you could tell me what you think..that'd be great!
one more thing i also ordered a playcloths x gshock from play cloths website, cant seem to find em anywhere else besides mickens, he's selling it for 300 shipped and on pcs website it says 190w/o shipping. kinda weird to me. Im assuming that its def legit since i got it from their own website but can i go wrong? http://playcloths.mybigcommerce.com/products/P%252dShock-%28Formula-One%29.html i kknow its kinda dumb to ask but if you campare the pics with other blog/video reviews the pics on the website is wagg. lol.
Those Kiks Tyos look legit. I've never heard of that seller before. They are from Japan though. I don't know about buying the Play Cloths one right now. It's almost always best to buy straight from the company.
I don't know "MrWatch", but usually Amazon sellers are pretty good. You can check their rating on there. I prefer buying directly from Amazon, but sometimes they don't have it.
Those are all fakes. Stay far away from any of those sellers. You're not going to find a super rare new G-Shock on ebay for $20. A real G-Shock starts at about $40 on Amazon. And that's just for a plain black DW-5600 or DW-6900. Stay with the reputable sellers.
Hi Riley.. i got the watch today and here are the pictures…
at the back it shows:
JAPAN MOV ' T Y CASED IN THAILAND
What does this mean? Is it genuine?
And also please enlighten me about the other two small circles on the face of the watch..it does not show anything..see picture. (do i have to set something up)
It's a negative LCD and it looks like nothing is in the rings until you put it into a different mode or something. Play around with the alarm or sync maybe to see. You'll have to read the manual.
Riley, I have a heads up on spotting some very well done fakes. The post on april 08 by petershypee is a fake g-shock. I figured this out because I own a real GW-6900A and just bought what I thought was the black version of the same watch that turned out to be a fake just like that one. The first sign is it came in a different box and the instruction book is larger than my real ones. This is what first got me suspicious. Then looking on the watch, you will see that it says shock resist. On the real watch on the website and on my real one it says multi band 6. Also on the face the fake one has revolution and forward, while the real one only has rev and fwd/receiving. Going to the back of the watch and looking at the model number. Petershypee’s picture example has the product number as G-6900A but the real one has GW-6900A. On the fake I purchased off amazon, it only says G-6900. I bought my fake watch for about half price of full price. Be carefully buying off amazon for cheap and keep an eye for these fakes.
One more thing i noticed on the back of the user's guide, the fake one doens't have the U.S. pat number as the real one does. That is the type of thing that will always be missing in a fake unless they want to get in real trouble.
Thanks for the effort, but I don't think you're correct on all of that. Petershypee's watch is a non-atomic G-6900A-7DR. The atomic version is the GW-6900A-7DR. That explains the differences between each of these.
Yup your right, on the amazon one i was sold it showed a picture of the multi band and i was sent a shock resist so is this watch still solar powered? But just doesn't auto correct the time?
Haha thought so, just sort of confused because all the sellers on there tell you if its a replica, but this is advertised as a genuine, also it says it will have serial number out of 2000, xxxx/2000, Could this mean they are real or just another decoy?
It's most likely fake. It's hard to say for sure from that photo. I would never buy a Bape from some random guy on craigslist. There must be thousands of fakes out there for every real one.
That's a stock image of a real GLX5600 G-Shock. I don't know that seller litso_101. Their feedback isn't too good and they are based in Hong Kong. You should probably look for a more well known seller with better feedback if possible.
Hey Riley can u tell me if a " S-Shock" is real ?
and can you give me background info on ELECTRO LUMINESCENCE because it wus on the strap on my watch ….
Wut do you know abouot ELECTRO LUMINESCENCE ? & I was on youtube and dis dude wus showing his collection an he had an LRG GShock……do u know where i could find one and how much ?
hey sorry my photos wont work for some reason but i bought it at a store and i cant tell if its fake. its white and it has the red G symbol on the bottom and it says protection at the top. the letters on the lcd are all white and the 3 circles are blinking and they always have a space between them. on the band it says "ape shall never kill ape" ( that got me worried) it doesnt have casio on the watch though….if u could help that would be great! if its fake i'm getting my money back lol thanks riley!
If you bought a Bape G-Shock and paid less than $200, there's a 99% chance it's fake. I can't say for sure without seeing pics, but these are very rare and most are fakes.
i found a pic of wat it kind of looks like…..but mine says protection on the top with a red G symbol on the bottom, on the lcd it says shock resist at the top but doesnt say casio anywhere. all my circles are the same color.
sorry its not workin for some reason but it looks like the G-Shock DW6900FS-8….i stated the differences between mine and that one above. if u want to see it the website is
He has a high rating, but im kinda wary since he doesnt have pictures of the actual watch, just stock pictures. I messaged him for pictures, hopefully i can get em so i can tell for sure.
That's a stock image of a real GLX5600 G-Shock. I don't know about that seller though. I'm always a little wary of sellers that don't specialize in watches.
alright, I found someone selling the same watch who specializes in them now, and he has a 2x money back guarantee that its real! thanks so much for the advice =D
That's a fake. There's no real Frogman with analog hands. And you're not going to be able to buy a real Frogman for $19. They are going to start at around $200.
hey, riley im realy trying to buy a white g-shock but i had a lot of white fake ones and they just faded and they looked kind of dingy and a little brownish color so im tryin to ask someone who knows what there talking about so my question is… do real white g-shocks get dirty or do they still stay white for a long amount of time?
Hey, riley im looking for a white g-shock and also one that's not a fake…so i looked at casio's site and found one i liked http://www.casio.com/products/timepiece/g-shock/G7900_Series/ . Im a first time buyer and i dont know too much about what sites are legit, so do you think this would be a good site to buy from. sorry if it's a stupid question, i just dont want to purchase a fake one
Real white G-Shocks do get dirty, but glossy ones are a little better. It's just the nature of the material. Fake ones will of course be of worse quality.
N09,
It's definitely safe to buy directly from Casio. That must be the safest place to buy them. Amazon usually has much better prices though, with minimal risk.
so if i get the g-lide do you think thats going to be better for me since its glossy and can wipe down easily instead of the Casio Tough Culture OS Watch DW6900F8008 i want to get one for school and i just want a g-shock that can stay clean for a long period of time
White G-Shocks are a pain to keep clean usually. I don't really wear them for this reason. Once a stain gets into the resin there's not really a way to fully clean it.
The G-Shocks on those ioffer pages seem fishy. You're not going to find super rare limited edition brand new for under $100. It looks like the seller took the pics from another seller maybe. Stick to well known retailers if you want to be sure.
hey, i just bought this yellow one from ebay. Ebay was the only place i could find it and there was no info on any other website. can you tell me if its legit
are these watches real.. i never heard of a couples baby g and g shock combo..
LOV-08A-7BDR
G-SHOCK
Main Functions
Shock-resistant, water-resistant to 200 meters, world time for 27 cities (29 time zone, daylight saving on/off), 1/100 second stopwatch, countdown timer, 5 independent daily alarms (of which 1 snooze alarm), hourly time signal, full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, LED light (with auto-light switch and afterglow)
Approx. Battery Life
3 years on CR1220
Size of Case/
Total Weight
52.0mm x 46.4mm x 14.9mm / 58.0g
Baby-G
Main Functions
Shock-resistant, water-resistant to 100 meters, world time for 27 cities (29 time zone, daylight saving on/off), 1/1 second stopwatch, countdown timer, 5 independent daily alarms (of which 1 snooze alarm), hourly time signal, full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, LED light (with afterglow)
Approx. Battery Life
2 years on SR726W x 2
Size of Case/
Total Weight
43.6mm x 38.9mm x 13.1mm / 42.0g
Yep, they're real. It's a Lover's Collection pair that came out in 2008. Those are just stock images from Casio. These should be rather hard to find now. I doubt that anyone would try to make fakes of these, but you never know. You should really only buy from a reputable dealer if you want to be safe.
hey thanks alot. where is a best play to but these from?? my aniversary is coming up and so i would like to get these for my wife and i.. i have a g shock watch already and its the one "hans posted on march 5 2010." mine are just like the one he posted.. is that real as well.. i bought mine at costco for $30 in hawaii.. it was a great deal so i couldnt pass up on it.. plus you never said if it was real of fake on his.. lol get back to me asap.. i hope g shock or baby g hooks you up for this site.. this is great.. >;o)
i just bought a gshock from tnt fashions and i dont see any casio on it or a number and it had rimestones on it. im asking does my gshock sound real and does a real gshock have rimestones on it?
I've never heard of TNT Fashions. I don't think there's any G-Shocks that come with rhinestones on them from the Casio factory. But there's a lot of people that customize G-Shocks and then sell them with that sort of thing. I think that Casio did release some Baby-G watches with rhinestones on them though.
Post a photo or a link to the watch and I can try to help you out. Real G-Shock usually come with packaging that has the full model number printed on it. And usually there's at least a partial model number engraved in the metal backside of the watch.
icant find a photo of mine and 2morrow ill try to take a pic of it but i was trying to find real ones and i came across this one on macys.com could you plz. tell me the name of this one and tell me if this is real .
haha.. its not.. he listed it as it.. anyways in your opinion whats the best gshock watch out there?? i wanna get one but i dont know what to get.. the love pair is the one i really want but i cant find it anywhere.. plus i dont wanna have to go overseas to buy them.. i was looking at that pathfinder on since i hike most of the time.. i'm a really active people so i need a watch that can match me.. lol i already have the gw330a but i usually use it to go to the club because of the gold finish and it looks nice in the dark when the light hits it.. lol thanks
That G-Shock looks real and the seller seems legit. He's in Hong Kong though. I tend to stay away from sellers there just because shipping takes so long and there's more likely to be issue with the packaging.
Cheers mate. Appreciate you taking the time to answer. I'll have a ponder - I believe my bro bought from the same seller (he's in the process of checking for me) and said that if it's the same guy he's a good seller so I'll base it on his experience.
I just bought a fake G-Shock. The light changes many diffrent colors. The watch itself has a clear surrounding so the colors are seen very brightly. It also has 7 diffrent colors and one setting has all 7 colors pulsing at once. It says Illuminator and sport. I just wanted everyone to know that because I haven't seen on this website about the same kind of watch.
My question is on each G-Shock does the watch band buckle have the word casio engraved or on certain ones??
Okay Riley I'd like your help since you have so much experience. I'm a High School student and just recently became interested in buying a G-Shock G-lide. My problem is i don't know anything about them since I've never owned one. So i was on Amazon and i came upon a Turquoise G-Shock G-lide being sold by " Watch colony" the watch is a very decent price and good for my High School budget. So can you please check it out here is the link
I've never heard of Watch Colony, but it says their orders are fulfilled and shipped by Amazon, so I would think that would be as safe as ordering directly from Amazon. So you should be good with that one. It's a good price.
EmmanuelG45,
Bape has released a couple DW-5600 G-Shocks. There's a blue one and a brown one.
That Bape looks real. That Japanese seller doesn't seem specialize in G-Shocks, but his feedback looks good. It's hard to be 100% on Bapes sense there's so many fakes. At about $350 the price seems like what it should be for a real one.
It looks real. That seller in Japan has good feedback, but they don't seem to specialize in selling Casio G-Shocks. I think you would be alright though.
Riley i just bought this new g schock from a friend it seems regular but i wanted to have your opinion on it its a red dw9600cc it say casio in the front in back it has the serial number in the back which is dw9600cc it has the G logo in the back also its made in thailand its said schock resist in the bottom of the G logo i want to have your opinion on that
Ps: i have been trying to put some personal photos of it but i dont know how
Those photos look real, but I don't know about that seller 6585jianh in China. $26 + free shipping is way too low a price for a real G9100 Gulfman. $50-60 would be a good deal and much more likely to be real. Check out Amazon.com.
It's really hard to make out much in those photos. But it does like like it's supposed to be a Bape. If you paid less than $200 for it, I can just about guarantee it's a fake. Like 99.9% of the Bape G-Shocks out there are fake.
hi Riley..
I just want to know if this G-Shock is real or fake..
Coz I want to buy it..Especially the mudman ones
It was sold by another person in Indonesia and also in rupiah currency…
Please let me know if these are real …got them from ebay for about 70 a piece>>>purple and teal one from singapore….really worried about that one and on the grey one is the third circle suppose to be kinda brownish redish…srry im new to this HELP
Macy's is cool, but they charge full retail price. And when you buy in the store you often get the wrong box and/or manual (they get all mixed up when they take them out for display).
Those look like images of a real G-Shock, but I don't know about that Hong Kong seller watch_dealer2008. His feedback isn't too great. And the watermarks in the photos seem like they might have been taken from another seller.
Sorry if they are blurry, I used my cellphone cam lol . But yeah , Please and thanks . =]
The part that worried me most was that it says "Water 20BAR RESIST" Instead of the usual 200m resist thinq i've seen on other Gshocks. It has casio on the front and back thouqh and pretty much everythinq else that people pointed out to see if it was real or not .
Hi Riley i just bought a grayish-white g shock with black in the middle and it is a DW6900 and on the back instead of saying Thailand it says japan please tell me if it is a fake and if not way does it say japan thank you very much.
That G7900 looks like it might be real, but $20 is way too cheap for it to be a real one that you actually receive. That seller tianshu7712 has good feedback, but not very much of it. And they're in China. I'd stay away.
k8as0v,
That DW-6900MS looks real. And the price is about right. I don't know the seller ivshc, but he looks decent.
i was wondering if you could show me the chiepest real g shock available i love g shocks but have already purchased a fake BAPE one and i come from a low income family so i didnt check it before i bought it ppleeaasse help!!!
thanks a lot they all look real good as a g shock should but do you know how to customize them??? i just want something on one else has and because the ones you recommended are some what cheap if i mess up i wont be out $100 bucks like most.thanks again
hi Riley, this is my first time here and my first time looking forward to buy a REAL G-shock , so i was wondering if this website mygshockshop.com is legit! or can you recommend me a legit website , i live in canada , b.c vancouver!! oh yeah btw , im looking for GW7900B-1 watches like that, so please help me out , thanks alot!
That G-6900A looks real. I don't know that seller watchesdeals, but they have good feedback and seem to be in Hong Kong. The shipping just might take a long time.
Hey again, I'm looking to buy a nice limited G shock, But I can't find any good websites (legit sites)
I'm in uk but im sure US site will be fine, Could someone point me in the right direction
hey can you please tell me if this is real or not? i just bought on ebay for 82 bucks. its the 6900cb. its my first g shock so idk how it should feel or look. and when i bought it, i opened the container of the gshock and there was a plastic thing around it and i heard they never put them in plastics. please let me know ASAP so i can refund it as fast as possible. thanks!
The backlight illumination can look very different in photos and videos. Try comparing some G-Shocks in real life. They probably vary a little, but each model should be consistent.
rodsrocks,
There is actually two different real models that look similar, except for the button. One comes with an action figure.
It was mentioned earlier in this post, but stay away from Ebay seller sellpaulfrank out of China. I bought a watch from his site before I really knew what to look for and the fake Riseman i received was the cheapest "pos" you could imagine. None of the functions worked, buttons were switched (the stop/start and reset), and the display so light it is hard to read. On the other hand, it did come with a free yellow fake Bape that i didn't even order. So instead of spending $40 on 1 two-dollar watch, I got 2 two-dollar watches. Avoid this guy like the plague- I'm doing my best to get him kicked off ebay, but he'll probably be right back as another seller.
I had my G-shock fora while now and its been bothering me, would it be fake if there isnt a G on the button that lights up the watch? and would it be considered fake if the word G-Shock is Ingraved in red at the top? Thanks
Not all G-Shocks have the "G" on the button. Some are just plain gray. Many Fakes do have the "G-Shock" text across the top. It's hard to tell without seeing some good photos of it.
hi Riley..
can u check for me wether this gshock watch is original or fake..the model is G-6900B..it looks similar to the one with multi band 6 feature ( model no. GW6900B-1 ) .
Both of those look real and the prices seem about right. I don't know the sellers whattimeizit and hkexporter though. They seem to have good feedback. I tend to stay away from eBay and Hong Kong sellers especially if I can. Amazon is usually what I recommend instead.
I jut got burned on EBAY the picture of the G-shock Gulfman on the add is not what comes in the mail. DONT BUY FrOM these CLOWNS I hope this save some one.
Hot waterproof 200M Casio Surfing G-shock G-9100 blue - eBay (item 290479160555 end time Sep-30-10 00:49:45 PDT)
thing is i lived in ireland and amozon.com dont send me here and on amazon.co.uk prices are twice higher.. Maby you can help me and telme when i can get LRG gshoks ??
i'm looking for online shop but they have too ship to ireland …
Hi Riley,i just bought a 2nd hand Frogman from a friend,who bought the watch a year ago n couldnt find the original packaging,the back of the watch says GW-225E, its in black n ive checked the archive that serial is only for the 25th anniversary white one..GW-225A is the exact one that ive got,is it just a mistake or a fake..thanks Riley
The GW-225E Frogman is supposed to have clear jelly resin parts, gold trim and a gold background LCD. The parts could have been swapped around. Post some photos and I can probably tell you for sure.
Hey I am really into G-Shock watches, I know there are a lot of fake ones and the are sold almost everywhere, even in local neighborhood stores. I never had a REAL one before, and already have an ideal what to look for. I want to know you opinion on this web site Watchismo
I want to get more watches from this site, but need a second opinion, since i see you have enough Knowledge about the g-shocks, i want your opinion on the website =)
Hi Riley, I'm a first time user of your website. I've noticed that eBay have many cheap Casio G-Shock watches and I would like to know if this particular watch is a fake. It looks like a stock photo but I would like to have your opinion. Thanks
That's a fake Bape. That seller gshocko doesn't look legit. You're not going to get a $300 Bape G-Shock for $30. Say away from those deals that seem to good to be true.
Thanks for the info. I've been looking around on Ebay and I was worried that a lot of them were fakes.
where can you purchase genuine g shock watches?
Like mentioned above, buying from Amazon.com is probably the safest and cheapest way to buy a real G-Shock.
Please tell me its real:(
That looks real kiddclash. It's a stock image from Casio of the GLX-5600A-2.
How can you tell if the G-shock u bought from a jewelry store is fake bcuz my cousin got her from da jewelry store and if its fake imma laugh at her lol
There are lots of jewelry stores selling fake G-Shocks. Use all the tips above to see if it's fake. Or you can post a photo of it and we can help.
hi! I just got a g-Shock on eBay and I'm concerned about its authenticity.
Would you help? I really appreciate it.
The seller is DreamShopee
Here's the link to the sale
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280419583107&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_4113wt_941
And my pix
BTW, the packaging is what's got me the most concerned. It's different from any other G-Shock box I've gotten, and there is no Casio mention on the box/stand, just G-shock. Would they ever do that?
It looks real juliet. It should be the DW-5600MS-1. That box and stand combination is one valid form of Casio G-Shock packaging. It's popular with discount sellers since it probably costs retailers slightly less than the nicer metal tin packages.
Thank you so much for you quick and informed reply! What a relief!
If you ever need a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes authenticated, I'm your girl! I'd be happy to return the favor.
No problem. I'm happy to give you the good news.
And even though that cardboard box is a little flimsy, it's the only Casio packaging that comes with the little watch stand. So it has that going for it.
Hi there
I have just bought a CASIO G-SHOCK SOLAR ATOMIC WATCH. GSHOCK MTG900DA-8V from 4-watches
Top One International Corp.
14 Bond Street #442
Great Neck NY 11021
4-watches.com
the website says
Original manufacturer serial numbers on all watches.
All wrist watches come with warranty.
Brand new, Authentic, never worn watches.
however, the watch did not come with a manual and also the writing is faded on the face
do you know of this company and whether they are genuine?
Thank you
Ian
Top One sells watches under a few different comain names. I've never heard of them selling fakes, but I have heard. Complaints about their customer. Service and conditions of the watch. If it doesn't look new and come with everything then you can try getting a refund.
How do you know that the ones in the video are fake because i have the blue and red one and i just got a clear one just like it,
The video above isn't the best quality, but I can say they are definitely all fake after having looked at thousands of real G-Shocks (photos and real life). Those watches resemble several popular models, but the details always give the fakes away.
Post some photos of your G-Shocks and I can tell you for sure if they are real. They could be the real ones that these are based on. But there's a lot of fakes in stores out there right now.
A real G-Shock should always have the full model number printed somewhere on the box or packaging (example: DW-6900LR-9DR). And the abbreviated model number engraved on the case back (example: DW-6900LR). You can search Google or the Watch Archive and compare your G-Shock to photos of a confirmed real one.
i got this picture from amazon and wanted to be sure its real before i buy it.
here is the link cause i cant get the pictur in this comment
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-Shock-Mudman-Digital-G9000-1V/dp/B000FPVUJA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1261017381&sr=1-2
AznTime,
That Mudman is real. As long as Amazon is the seller you should be safe. I've never heard of Amazon ever selling any fakes, but be a little careful if it's a third party seller selling through Amazon.com. They also have an excellent return policy if there is ever any problem with a watch.
Hallo everybody !!!
I spend some time on net looking were to buy some authentic g-shocks..
I have little experience with buying authentic new era hats and these shops
i found..
http://holygrailgoods.com/
http://www.havenshop.ca/OnLineShop.aspx
http://caliroots.com/
Its small shop usually have only about ten pieces of g-shock
or less.
I think they sell only authentic watches because these small
shops usually take wear shoes and watches like art .
They have deep relation to all these stuff i think they have these
shops not only for a money …i think
Please check for me and everybody model 6900
on HOLY GRAIL and HAVEN its only 5 watches
and these from CALI ROOTS http://caliroots.com/system/search/product_vert.asp?id=18535
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR ANSWER MAN .
ITS GOOD THAT YOU HELP PEOPLE WITH IT !!
ONE LOVE
thanks mane now iam aint worry bout buy it
hi
can you take a look at this site and tell me if they are real or not.
there wholesale delivered from china….
dhgate.com
khabira,
Those are all fakes. That site seems to specialize in selling fakes, and I did not see any real ones there. It's too bad that there are so many sources of these "replica" G-Shock watches. Please only buy from a reputable source. You will be very disappointed with a fake.
Please Riley can you check those 3 web site for model 6900.
http://holygrailgoods.com/ there is only 3 watches
http://www.havenshop.ca/OnLineShop.aspx there is only 4.
http://caliroots.com/system/search/product_vert.asp?id=18535
Thank you Riley for help ….
sweet-2010,
Those all look good. I don't know much about those sites though.
Thanks Riley !!!
Holy grail is new LA store based on sneakers and fitteds.
Haven is shop from Canada and they have top feedbacks on top fashion blogs like..HIGHSNOBIETY..HYPE BEAST.but your deep knowledge help me .
I will buy some and i will send you detail photo but last question is what do you think abou these BAPE?
Photos is quite small i know but please look at these red and black.
http://stores.ebay.com/pondon__W0QQ_sacatZpondonQQ_sidZ82446960?_nkw=G-SHOCK&submit=Search
Thank you for your time Riley thanxxxx!!!!!
Thank you for givin your knowledge for people !!!
I don't know that seller, but the prices seem to indicate they are real (fake ones are usually much cheaper), and the photos seem pretty good. You should research the seller more and see if they have a good track record of selling real ones. The photos could be real, but that doesn't mean they will necessarily sell you the one in the photos. There are LOTS of fake Bapes, so be extra careful.
Thanks Riley !!!
I will deep think about what i will buy ..
I will send you photo of what i have ..
I RESPECT your help Riley..
Hi Riley,
I am a newbie to G-Shocks, but have always wanted to get one. Your comment that there are no analogue Frogman's was really helpful, as a local Craigslist seller is trying to sell one that I was considering, but won't now that I know it is likely a fake. My question to you is, are there any analog G-Shock models that are authentic, or where would I be albe to find this out?
Thanks for your time and sharing your knowledge on fake G-Shocks
Steve
Hi Steve,
There are hundreds of real analog and analog/digital G-Shocks.
Here's some of the more popular series:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/AW-5xx/
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/AWG-xxx/
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/G-1xx/
Just check the model number before buying a G-Shock. There's not many fakes that look exactly the same when compared side-by-side. And most fakes don't even have a model number. The Bapes are probably the hardest to tell.
are the g shocks on this wholesale site real. I doubt it but im curious.
http://www.madeinchina.com/wholesale-keyword-p1/G+Shock+Watch.shtml&isList=0
EmanJones ,
I would stay away from that website. They have a whole bunch of fakes.
Hi Riley
I saw a pretty good deal for a frogman on ebay and was wondering if you could verify if its authentic. Here is the link:
http://cgi.ebay.com.sg/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170422424202&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
It seems suspicious since it is both digital and analogue.
thanx riley
Hi Riley
Could you also take look to see if this G9000MS1 is legit?
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss?url=me%3DA1IWWUOGM4ZTE5&field-keywords=G9000MS-1CR&x=0&y=0
Hi Riley
I wish I'd found your website before I bought this watch!!
It's disappointing to realise that it's probably a fake - please put me out of my misery and confirm it for me one way or another!
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230415021307&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
Hello Riley,
I recently purchased the G-shock DW-6600C from Amazon.com itself (and not a Amazon user) And it seems pretty legit but just to make sure can you verify?
Thank you so much! (oh and the box it came from looked just like the one juliet's watch came in)
leoheart - that G-9000MS Mudman looks legit.
kelvin1645 - That Frogman is fake. Sorry. There is no real analog/digital Frogman G-Shocks at this time.
summer10 - That DW-6600 looks good. Amazon is usually no problem.
Merry Christmas and happy new year's Riley if I find a g-shock I'm interested in I'll definitely have it clarified by you first
hey riley i got this for christmas can you confirm if its real im concerned about the band its a double band
tyreewh,
Those photos are lousy, but it looks real enough. That G-Shock is supposed to have a big nylon band like that.
You can compare it to some photos here:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/G-Lide/GLS-5600V-7/
lol i know i had to use my phone and i have shakey hads so i had to do my best but from the photo they look the same thank you
Riley i also heard that Casio was making a polo g shock is that true
I haven't heard anything about a Polo G-Shock. I'll post it on the blog if I find any details on it though.
Hey Riley could you check out this G-Shock for me and tell me if it seems real. Its on ebay and the seller name is bernardino973. Its hot pink and black. They say hes a top-rated seller but you cant always trust that. There also a watch by seller 510 store called a VTG CASIO PRE G-SHOCK LCD WATCH 1219 DW-290 JAPAN M. If you can find these watches and tell me what you think that would be great. I tried to post the pictures but for some reason my computer wouldnt allow me too! oh well. Thanks again
-gabe
gdbell,
Stay far away from eBay seller bernardino973. He's selling a whole bunch of fake G-Shocks.
Notice how the word "Casio" has been replaced with "Sport" on almost all of those watches. That's an easy way to spot a fake.
That DW-290 looks real, but I don't know about the condition or the seller. I don't think that one is terribly desirable, but it might be alright.
It is pretty much easy for me to distinguished if those watches are real or fake. I can tell by the look and detail closely. I have been owning few G Shock watches for many years. I do think BAPE is a bit difficult to distinguished. I recognized lots of real G Shock models. I do trust Amazon, Macy, and Sears.
http://www.shoppehub.com/product_info.php?products_id=1722&language=1
is this bape casio g shock real or not riley? I need help!
EmanJones,
It's a fake. The $50 price is the biggest red flag. No real Bape should ever sell for less than $300. Most now have a fair market price of around $500. You have to be REALLY careful with Bapes because fakes probably outnumber real ones a 1000 to 1.
They have a high retail price to begin with and usually sell out instantly. Your best bet is to buy one when a new model first goes on sale at the Bape store. The price usually only goes up from there.
My friend has a blue G-sport watch and i told him it was fake and i showed him this, and he threw it away and bought a real one. XD
i don't see casio anywhere - but my big bro got it 4 me 4 christmas - and i love the color..is there an authentic light teal g shock available.?
CeciNicole,
Sorry, but that's a fake one. There's a few different color variations of that one. No real G-Shock says "Sport" like that on the top of the LCD.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320470646809&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_2410wt_1086 do you guys think this is legit
slyian,
That GLX5600 looks real. And the seller seems decent enough.
Hi Riley
I THINK this one is genuine, but I'd really like your opinion before I go for it - I've had a close look at the photos attached and I hope I've learned enough to know the difference between real and fake.
The seller appears genuine (he has very sound feedback). He's got lots of different g-shocks for sale and some are quite rare. Please let me have your opinion.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320470117433&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
PS - this is a GREAT blog and most helpful!
kelvin1645,
That link isn't working for me right now. I looked up that item number on ebay.com and I think I found that DW-9700. That seller in Japan (puresoulhide) is a good one I think. And that G-Shock looks real. It's a clear jelly model that's over 10 years old though, so watch out for condition issues. Even ones that have never been taken out the box could have problems.
Hello again, Riley
Thanks for your comments on the watch (above). Unfortunately, it's getting a little pricey for me, but I found another watch being offered by the same seller (puresoulhide) that has gotr me interested. Unfortunately I can find very little information about this particular model even on THIS site (and Google) - can you help, please? Is it genuine?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220534933117&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Hi Riley
I hate to be a nuisance, but can you confirm something for me, please?
If a G-shock has a reference to the (Titanium) back being made in Thailand , is it possible that the watch is genuine?
I've seen many watches for sale that purport to be 'genuine' but on closer inspection they have the above inscription on the back. I would assume that genuine G-shocks would only have a reference to 'Japan' on the reverse. I'm confused - please help
hey Riley
Can you tell me if this is real it looks pretty genuine it is a module #1659. I will comment you the pics
srry it is not workin i guess i do not know how to do it
kelvin1645,
That DW-003 looks real too.
Many G-Shocks are made in Thailand, so it's perfectly normal to have that stamped in the case back. Many are also made in China and a few in Korea.
Hey Riley,
Do you think this watch is fake?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120511171719#ht_3359wt_1165
splku,
That G7900 looks real enough. The seller seems to be a good one too.
Thank a lot riley. now to wait for my new watch to be shipped in…
riley is it real?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200427483335
he does give vivid pictures
EmanJones,
That seller has 10 white Bapes for sale for $40 each. What do you think?
They're definitely fake. A fair market price for a Bape will never be below $300, unless it's really beat up or something. That seller is selling 3 packs of new ones for $130.
Hi there, can you tell me if this is a real G-Shock???
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220541002529&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Thanks…
memogp,
That green Crazy Colors AW-582SC-3 looks real.
Great, and the seller seems to be a good one 2…
Thanks!!!
do all real g shocks say casio on the front?
There's a few exceptions, but most every G-Shock says "Casio" on it somewhere. I think fake makers don't put it on there because it makes it harder to sue them for it.
Allright guys, I just logged onto this so you guys can look at some reasons on how to find out if a Bape G-Shock is real or not.
1- All of the letterings around the LCD should be all white, if it's black, it's fake.
2- Above the G button, it should say Go Ape, except on the white version of the G-Shock which says "War 21st Resist"
3- The colors of the 3 circles should be the same color, otherwise fake. If the color of the big circle is red, it is fake.
4- The triangle corner of the box fits very well.
5- The design of metal backing is overall smooth and is marked, "xxx/1000".
Again, I repeat, this is only for the Bape G-Shock.
Riley, I have a question about the GW-6900-1 Tough Solar Black G-Shock.
On the steel part of it, where the clip is, is it supposed to say "Casio Japan" or "Casio China"?
I've compared it to the real one from the website, it looks exactly like it, but I am not sure because of that.
"Casio Japan" or "Casio China" on the clasp can both be legit. It just depends on where it was made. Casio is making lots of the bands in China now. Even some of the the nicer models. So it's not a bad thing at all really.
The main thing to look for is that something is engraved on the back of the metal clasp. Most fakes will have nothing or the text will be raised. The quality of the details is also much higher on real ones.
Once you've handled a few real G-Shocks it becomes much easier to tell a knockoff. Poor quality photos are usually a bad sign. All the really good online sellers take really good closeup shots.
Hi Riley,
Great site mate.
I bought a Casio G Shock GW-810d from Topwatch in NY.
It came in a dodgy packet with no bar code and no warrantee card.
I emailed them to question this and they said that the packing slip is all the warrantee I need.
The watch is obviously second hand and has grime built up around the band clasp. There's a round paper label on the back of the watch which has been worn away.
I can't find GS 810D on the casio site. This is sounding fake. Can you confirm please (BTW I also bought a Citizen Eco Drive that I will return as well if this Casio prooves to be fake.
Thanks
Doubtful,
There's plenty of lousy watch shops out there trying to peddle poor condition G-Shocks. It could very well be real, but just a reconditioned or used watch.
There's two different versions of the GW-810D:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/GW-8xx/GW-810D-1A/
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/GW-8xx/GW-810D/
Casio doesn't do a very good job of cataloging all the models online, so I've tried to make an archive site of all of them for reference. Take a look and see if yours looks right. It sounds like you should probably seek a refund, even if it's real. G-Shocks will take all kinds of abuse, but if you pay "new" prices it's usually more fun to abuse it yourself first.
The best way to buy a G-Shock IMO is to buy through a known good dealer like Amazon that offers good discount prices too.
Thanks Riley.
Will do.
Riley, I was just wondering because out of all the real G-Shock's I've seen, none of them have said Casio China.
and I saw a fake one that said Casio China.
Anyways, thanks.
hey Riley, do you know where i can find a real Bape DW-6900?
gman,
The best time to buy a real Bape watch is right when a new model is released. It usually takes the fake makers a little while to copy a new one. I would recommend trying to find one through a known good dealer in Japan.
Hy Riley!
What about this fella'???
Really don't think that's an authentic..what is your opinion?
http://cgi.ebay.com/CASIO-BAPE-G-SHOCK-BATHING-APE-WATCH-5-COLOR-SET-LOT_W0QQitemZ200432311036QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2eaab25afc
GG,
Those are definitely fakes. No one would sell five different real Bape models for $169. I doubt there's more than a handful of people in the world that own 5 different Bapes.
Any 1 real Bape can easily be $300+.
hi riley.. you seem to be helping a lot… i hope you can help me out here… d'you think this seller is reliable?!
http://myworld.ebay.ph/greatvalueplus/
i wanted to buy the white g-shock tough solar but i'm not sure if the seller posted the actual photos of the watch.. here's a link
http://cgi.ebay.ph/Casio-G-Shock-Tough-Solar-Watch-White-G-5600A-7DR_W0QQitemZ160395227571QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_211?hash=item25584cf1b3
thanks much
reez,
That seller seems to be selling real G-Shocks. He's in the Philippines though, so it might not make sense to order from him unless you're there in the Philippines too.
Wow. I hate fakes too.
hey riley, i saw this when i was looking online and it looked kinda iffy to me..can you help me out?
uptownflyyboy,
All those Bapes on ecrater.com are fake. It looks like there are some real G-Shocks for sale on that site too though.
Seriously guys. No decent seller is going to sell a Real Bape for like $40. It's pretty obvious.
okay thanks riley..if i find any other g-shock on there i will com back to you if i find anything else i like
Hi Riley,
Hopefully you can help me. This looks real to me and the seller looks legit. What are your thoughts…
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Casio-G-Shock-Mudman-Mens-Watch-G-9000MC-3-G9000MC-3_W0QQitemZ390145644661QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item5ad67e1875
Thanks.
Jenbot,
That's just a stock image of that camo Mudman, but the seller seems legit. It's a shame that G-Shocks are more expensive in Australia. I've seen that G-Shock on sale on Amazon.com for a much lower price in the past. The G-9000MC-3 is sort of rare now though, so it's hard to find a good deal.
Thanks for the quick reply!
G-Shock prices suck the big one down under! Thank god for Karmaloop and Amazon. I better snap that baby up then.
umm my friend has a fake frogman titanium the orange one its completely fake we know but he claims real,we put it thru water test and dropped a couple times but nothing it was still good why?
Hi Riley,
first i´d like to thank you for your effort!!!
Could you please tell me if this is a genuine G-Shock??
I´m a bit worried, because the metal plate says "Made in Thailand"… shouldn´t it be made in Japan? i bought this one in Germany, maybe tht´s the reason…?!
MoonMan,
Some better fakes will not immediately die when dunked in water, but a lot will. Water could have still gotten inside the case though. You can freaking go scuba diving down to 600 feet deep with any real G-Shock no problem. Have your friend do a real tough test and see what happens.
MudMan,
That G looks real. Lots of newer G-Shock are stamped "Made in Thailand". Nothing to worry about there.
Hey Riley,
I just bought this G-Shock and i dont know if its real can you please tell me
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?
ViewItem&item=170441852624&_trksid=p2759.l1259#ht_1611wt_958
jmastaex,
Sorry, but that's a fake. Notice the text "Sport" above the LCD. A real one would say "Casio" there. You can notify eBay and get a refund since it's not legit. You should also report the seller.
These fake sellers pay like $5 for these crappy replicas, and make money foisting them on un-informed people. You should report any stores selling these and make fun of anyone wearing them. They're basically worthless.
Hi Riley, I was wanting to purchase a new g-shock from ebay and i needed to know your opinion on this seller?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Casio-G-Shock-G-LIDE-Watch-GLX5600-GLX-5600-4D-red_W0QQitemZ120526203629QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL?hash=item1c0febeaed
Thanks!
cheungza,
That G-Shock and seller seem to be legit. Just be aware that standard shipping from Hong Kong to the US can take a long time (like around 2 weeks usually).
Hi Riley, could you tell if these two are authentic or fake? I've been looking all over for a Rastafari g-shock and this one seems ok…but i don't know.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140382549048#ht_4433wt_1167
and
http://cgi.ebay.com/Ape-G-SHOCK-casio-watch-bape-black-rainbow-camo-g-shock_W0QQitemZ200433214240QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2eaac02320#ht_2133wt_1167
gretta,
That Rasta DW-6900 looks good. Msgdistributors is a great seller.
The black Bape looks good, but I don't know that seller. The price seems about right and the seller is in Japan. It looks like he specializes in other Bape stuff, so it could be OK.
thank you so much!
Hi riley
Sorry to be a pest just bought my first g-shock from eBay and was a bit worried as the packing looks iffy
h8_2lose,
That Gulfman looks real. That packaging is pretty standard for G-Shocks.
Thanks man value your opinion
Think i was just a it paranoid because i bought it from eBay
its so great that you take the time to answer each of these comments, riley.
anyway, hate to be pesky but could you tell me if this is authentic? i mean, they say it is but i just want to be really really sure…
http://www.flightclubla.com/p.php?fc=la&c=g&i=991065
harriet,
That G-Shock looks legit. I'm not familiar with those Fight Club shops, but it seems like the typical boutique place that would only carry real merchandise.
where can i get a real g-shock at stores
ay0o wass good bro. can you tell me the differsence between the balck and white g shock is. cause am really confusedd. i wanna buy a g shock but am affraid to buy a fake one u fell me
junior,
That white Bape looks really fake. The black one is probably real, but it's a stock image. There's several different real Bape G-Shocks in various colors, but about 99% of the ones for sale are fakes. A real one should cost you at least $400 USD. Anything less than that is surely a fake. These are very rare.
0o damnn ok bro tkz! and where i can get gshocks that arent fake.?
I always check Amazon.com first.
Ok my friends has an S-Shock and we've all been telling him it's fake because…no one has heard of an S-Shock..Do you know if S-Shock's really exist and if his is real?
S-Shocks are just fake imitation G-Shocks. They might technically be legal since they slightly changed the name, but they're still pieces of crap watches.
Lol thanks alot for the help Riley. He's always trying to say it's real, or he doesn't care if it's fake because some people who talk about its fakeness don't have one…but now I have proof it's fake
Lol thanks alot for the help Riley. He's always trying to say it's real, or he doesn't care if it's fake because some people who talk about its fakeness don't have one…but now I have proof it's fake
And I never noticed I said "my friends has one"…oops mistake
My friend has one.
Oh and Riley my brother is saying that if someone buys a G-Shock that's cheap, it's fake..he says real ones are about $400, are there any real ones that are cheaper, like less than $100? And do real G-Shocks have a G on the back above shock resistent, because my friens's S-Shock doesn't?
Real Bapes are like $400, but there's regular real G-Shocks that start around $35 on sale. The most expensive G-Shock has a retail price of about $6,000. It's a big range.
That's why there's no excuse to buy a fake one. A real G-Shock is WAY better, and you can still get a legit one without spending too much money.
Here's some good ones on sale right now:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?node=377110011&pct-off=30-99%&tag=mygsh-20&sort=relevancerank&keywords=G-Shock
Thanks, and one more question. Do most real G-Shocks say Casio on them?
Yes, all real G-Shocks should say "Casio" on them. They should also have a model number and module number engraved n the case back that you can look up to verify authenticity.
Ok thanks
ay0o bro las question sorry. i went to the website that u gave and ama buy this one http://www.amazon.com/G-Shock-Watch-Culture-Models-DW-6900CS-1DR/dp/B001HJ3OI8/ref=pd_sbs_watch_27 is real right? tkz alot bro. ur mad kool!
Yep, that DW-6900CS on Amazon should be good. I don't know that third party seller though.
G-Shock on Amazon
Hey riley, i am about to buy this g shock from amazon…..don't want to get a fake one sooooooo could ya help me???????
That G-Shock is through a third party seller on Amazon. It's a stock image of a G-Shock, but it looks like it says they only have used ones available right now. You should be safe if you buy directly from Amazon.
hey riley help needed here, i have bought a new DW-6900CS-1 and i am scared it is a fake because it does not come with the normal metal tin that most people have and it came with a g shock box which are those cardboard form.and the digital wording in the watch is shiny silver rather than normal black.which i seen most people have. and it is made in thailand.plz reply me thnx. really needed help.
harobikefan,
Real G-Shock can come in a variety of packaging. The LCD digits are supposed to be shiny and that's tough to fake. It's also supposed to be made in Thailand. If it says "Casio" on it too, it's probably the real deal.
ya it have casio printed in the back case and in the front at the top,but i got this watch really cheap,as i am living in singapore and the model that i have bought only cost me (83singapore dollars) while in the normal market price in shopping mall and the G factory in singapore they sell the same model at (137 to 139 singapore dollars),then i ask them y do they sell so cheap and,they say that they selling this watch @ wholesale price,is it true that wholesale price is so cheap????? now this is the problem that i am scared that i have bought a fake…as the price of $83 to $139 is a really big diffrence. sry for my ignorance as i am a newbie in collecting casio G shock.i would really appreciate if you can reply once more…
harobikefan,
You might have just gotten a really good deal. If you post some good qulaity photos I can probably tell for sure.
sry i have taken a poor quality video here,but i hope u can be able to tell
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hkFEJv98lo
harobikefan, Everything looks real to me, but it's hard to make out all the details in that video. Put it side-by-side with a known good DW-6900 and you should be able to tell for sure. The LCDs on fakes are never as good as the real ones.
ooh so means that the shiny digital wording in my watch is real? coz i saw some model and they are black in colour.? sry i am too paranoid i wanna know if have i got scam
The LCD digits are mirrored on the Crazy Colors. Look here:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900CS-1/
hey can you tell me if this is real, thanks alot :))
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=5xjxp1&s=6
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=6dsw3m&s=6
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=2usdj4w&s=6
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=nmhqx1&s=6
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=10oim46&s=6
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=e66omr&s=6
rayman1999,
It looks real. It seems the box is for a GLX-5600 and you have a DW-6900. It's a common problem with retail shops mixing up the boxes. I mentioned it in a recent blog post.
omg ya i just noticed that and asked my friend he mixed them up,
is there a way i can tell if the warranty is up? cause i dont know how long ago this thing was opened, thenew box hes giving me has the other warranty for that specific watch
thanks alot though
You can register your warranty with Casio here:
https://secure.prodregister.com/casio/timepieces/index.shtml
It's pretty rare to actually need warranty service on a G-Shock though. They tend to be hard to break.
okay thank you so much i appreciate it alot
anyway i can delete these posts
sry riley, i got one question to clear up.you said that the All G-Shocks should have the word "Casio" on the face and on the back case,and should have the module and model number printed on the back case?but so what it have been printed on the back,fake watch maker could also just engraved those model and module number with the casio brand on their fake watch too right??? some fake g shocks could also have the module and model number on the back too right?
Riley, credit to you for this site. Amazing work!
Could you look at this seller please? It seems very cheap!?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Casio-G-Shock-G-Rescue-Mens-Watch-G-7900A-7-G7900A-New_W0QQitemZ260557162240QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL?hash=item3caa6ac700
Rob,
That seller looks legit, but I've never bought from them. It seems like a safe buy, and the price is about right. They have a retail price of $99 USD here.
hi there,does different country have different book of instruction manual for the same model of G shock watch? or is it a same printed booklet with the same language worldwide?? my instruction manual(booklet) in singapore is alot alot more thinner than those i saw in other country,when they unbox their watch with the same model??
I think that a fake G-Shock isn't technically illigeal unless it says "Casio" on it, so that's why most fakes don't go that far. Some that don't care might though, but the vast majority don't even say Casio, so it's an easy way to tell.
The owner's manual and packaging will vary, depending on where you buy it. The big thick ones include many different languages. The ones in Japan for instance look very different, and are only in Japanese.
riley,i wanna buy another dw6900cs for my bro's birthday.but i wanna ask you,are there 2 different kind of model for the dw6900cs in black??? as i saw one of the model, the digital digits are *(shiny silver)* while the another model has a *(black digital digit)* like most watches, without the shiny silver effect.coz i saw the european model and the another model in ur blog,and saw some of the unboxing with the different digital wording,so are there 2 different model??? coz mine is shiny silver whether is the reflection of not,so i assume that there are 2 diffrent model???
SRY RILEY,i think the explanation i gave above is unclear,in short wad is the diffrence between a DW-6900CS-1DR & a DW-6900CS-1ER??? IS IT THE DIGITAL WORDING IN THE WATCH GAVE THIS 2 MODEL A DIFFRENT MODEL NUMBER?
harobikefan,
I'm going to have to start charging you for answers.
Seriously though, it's better if you post these unrelated questions in the feedback section. I'll address any of these questions there.
My Gshock doesnt say casio knowhere on it!!! Is it fake?
Where its suppose to say casio…..it says illuminator
Quinn,
Post a photo to be sure. I can't say 100% of G-Shocks say "Casio" on them, and even some fakes do, but it's usually a quick and easy thing to spot. Looking up photos of the model number and having someone knowledgeable about G-Shocks is more complicated.
Hi Riley, just wondering if you have heard or seen any fake Casio G-Shock Gravity Defier Tough Solar G1500BD-1A yet? if so what are the differences. Cheers
mrboajangles,
I haven't seen any, but there could be fakes I guess. It would be harder to make a good replica of these analog/digital models though. It should be easy to spot the fakes by comparing photos.
so im thinking i may have bought a fake g-shock this is very worrysome
i ordered it from ebay, the seller says its "authentic" and its new but it comes with no packaging for some lame reason, guess that should have been my first indication, and the photos he posted have no merrit realy because i see hes using the same pics again for the same watch being sold
did i get ripped off?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Casio-G-Shock-Atomic-Solar-Watch-GW330A-Scuba-200M-NEW_W0QQitemZ230444507355QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item35a79020db
hans,
The GW330A in the photo seems real, but it's very low quality image. The seller doesn't seem to be that great, so you could get a real watch, but no packaging or service if anything goes wrong.
There's often other pitfalls to watch buying besides getting a real one. Lousy sellers might sell used or refurbished watches as new, and offer nothing in the way of customer service. That's why it's best to buy from known good dealers instead of shopping for the absolute lowest bargain price.
thanks for your reply. wish i would have paid a few more dollars and bought somewhere more reputable. also when searching this model of watch i only see it in gold, and the one i bought has silver bezel. yes the photos are fuzzy and the kicker is he re-uses the same photos for multiple auctions wich i didnt realize till after the fact.
also the reasoning behind there being no packaging dosnt realy make sense
ill post some pics of the actual watch once i receive it, my loss i guess
thanks for your input
riley i bet you have view my dw-6900cs in black before? may i noe why the backlight or light is so much brighter or more to the dark green compare to the other dw-6900cs in black,as you said that "Fakes often use a very cheap LCD that stands out when compared to an authentic model." so do you think mine is a fake??? because i feel that the light stand out as it is very dark green in colour so have i bought a fake one? video here>>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8njpK1vaS9U
http://tinypic.com/r/xq9vts/6
http://tinypic.com/view.php?pic=2i1l5lg&s=6
heres the pic on the backlight sorry for the poor quality but it looks more dark green in real life.will it be a fake???
Hey i was wondering if this watch is legit or not. I think it is but I would like your opinion. Thanks. Ps this blog is awesome
http://www.solecollector.com/forums/mp_item.php?id=68473
Does A G-Shock Have To Have Casio Anywhere On The Watch??
ereotav,
That G-Shock might be real, but he pics are really bad and it looks used. I would never buy a used white G. They can can get discolored and there's no way to get rid of it.
KiddKidd,
Except for a very few limited edition special releases all G-Shocks should say "Casio" on them somewhere. It's usually not bery big print though.
ok so got my gshock today, tell me what you think… fake ? or real?
can you see if this sellers watches are real. http://shop.ebay.com/msgdistributors/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686
pistolp12052,
msgdistributors is one one of the best eBay sellers in the US. I've bought from him with no problems and so have many other G-Shock collectors. You won't have to worry about fakes from him.
i bought this item about a week ago and i got it today is this a fake…. i got pics if u want me to put em up http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320498013081&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
p.s. and one more thing…the backlight shuts off in about 3-4 seconds right?
Scotty401,
That's a stock image of a real G7900A-4. I don't know that seller topbranditems, but they seem like a typical mediocre high volume eBay dealer. You'll probably get a real G-Shock. Just don't expect much in the way of service if something goes wrong. $84 shipped does seem to be the rock bottom lowest price right now for this watch.
Check out this page of the manual for how the EL works:
http://watchshock.com/casio-manual/3194/3
The time the backlight is on can be set to either 3 or 5 seconds.
so ur saying its probably real…..do u want pics?
There's no way to tell if a seller has the real deal or not if they're using stock images. You just have to look at their reputation. Really good dealers will take photos of the actual watch for sale, but big retailers don't' bother.
You can post some photos of the actual watch, and I can confirm its authenticity for you.
wat u think?
Scotty401,
It looks real. You got a good one. It has all the stuff you should look for. The packaging can vary though.
I'm relieved because ebay is very fishy….i've never ordered something that expensive b4…so im glad i got a real one…..one thing i was worried about was the case and i saw the comment u wrote wen u sed companys buy the cheap packaging and i was hoping for the tin but its all good….so do u kno any ebay sellers who have cheap g shocks w/ the tins and are 100% reliable
Amazon.com is the best G-Shock seller for the money IMO. Amazon's prices jump around a lot, so you have to keep an eye out for the really good deals. The higher quality sellers are always going to charge a little more on eBay. Msgdistributors is about the only eBay seller I can really recommend, but his prices are not the cheapest.
so amazon is 100% legit and i also seen a red g-lide for onle like 75 wen retil is a 100 on msgdistributors
well thank for everything and kepp doing ur thing…have a goodnight
Hi…im trying to buy a G-SHOCK for some ones BDAY and needed to know more about the BAPE watches… what are the specific features that are suppose to be on the watch….
HERES THE PICTURE….
ANOTHER QUESTION…SO THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A SPORTS GSHOCK?!?!?
my email: jwoolbright1@student.gsu.edu
jwoolbright,
Please don't buy a Bape unless you really know what you're doing. 99.9% of Bapes on eBay are fake and it's really hard to tell which ones are real sometimes. If you give me a link to the eBay auction, I'll try to tell you if it's legit. Real ones should be around $500 at least. They are extremely rare new in the box.
All of the DW-6900 Bapes have the 1289 module. You can read the full owner's manual for it here:
http://watchshock.com/casio-manual/1289/
All the G-Shocks that say "Sport" at the top instead of "Casio" are fakes.
hey riley im lookin at amazon, and the g-lide is from dexclusive , is this legit for a low price? http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001A62MJA/ref=ox_ya_os_product#moreAboutThisProduct
i just ordered i hope they let me return it if it's a fake.
sophanvick,
That watch looks legit. It's "Sold by Dexclusive and Fulfilled by Amazon", so you should be safe. They have a really good rating.
That price is really good, but it's not way out of line. That's why I like Amazon. The Free Shipping on Amazon is a great deal too.
Yo Riley, this website's sick.
Can you let me know if any of these are fake?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280475469219&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370322223454&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250584646338&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
thanks. I know a lot of them don't have the actual watch, but just wondering what your thoughts on these are.
^^^I meant "picture of the actual watch"
microboi,
All 3 auctions are using stock images of a DW-5600MS-1. It's hard for me to say more than that. You should check out each seller and see if they are trustworthy. Neither seller has too many red flags, but after a quick look it looks like one is probably better than the other overall, and no surprise, has a slightly higher price.
Hi Riley, I was wondering if you could give your opinion on the authenticity of this product? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260513249882&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Cheers
Dezza,
That G-9200MS looks real enough. I don't know the seller though.
Thank's for that Riley, I wasn't sure as there are a couple of differences in models which appear to be genuine. The differences I'm referring to are 1. At the top where it says "Casio 20 bar" some images have "multi band 6" while others have "Full Auto El Light", 2. Just underneath the time display some images show "SNZ ALM SIG MUTE A.EL" while others show this area as blank with no writing at all, and 3. Just above the time some images have "Receiving indicator" printed while others do not. It's these differences combined with this website make me a little apprehensive about buying one off the net.
http://www.techfresh.net/casio-g-shock-riseman-gw-9200/
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-Shock-Riseman-Alti-Therm-GW9200-1/dp/B001A62M04
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/CASIO-G-SHOCK-RISEMAN-WATCH-G-9200-G-9200-1DR-G9200_W0QQitemZ120532704785QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Watches?hash=item1c104f1e11#ht_9860wt_950
http://www.casio.com/resource/images/xlarge/gw9200-1_xlarge.jpg
Dezza,
They are two different models. The GW-9200 is atomic and the G-9200 is not.
Oh, Ok then far out I should've noticed that, well thank's again for the info it's certainly put my mind at ease, now I just have to choose which Riseman to get lol. Cheers Riley
Thanks Riley, I'm going to go with the auction one and try to win it for cheaper. they "say" it is really authentic and they have a return policy. This is an awesome website btw. Hope you're getting paid by casio to do this. It's subliminally making me want to buy more.
Hey, Riley. Just discovered this site.
I bought a Casio Gshock directly from Amazon and the backplate says made in China.
Is my watch legit? It is the model: DW 5600E 1V
Also, is the top left button on the watch supposed to be pushed in, or further in than the other buttons? This is not a defect of any kind, is it?
Thanks.
lyckantropen,
It's normal for some G-Shocks to be stamped "Made in China". And yes, the Adjust button is supposed to be sunken in slightly more. That's so it's not easy to hit accidentally. Yours is probably the real deal.
Pretty sure it's real, wanted to check with you guys?
destroythesouth,
That GLX5600 looks real. You're good.
does wal-mart sell real g- shocks because i saw one for 47.88 here's the link
http://www.walmart.com/ip/G-Shock-Illuminating-Watch/894296
devantehh,
Wal-Mart is a safe place to buy real G-Shocks. They usually have the best prices for brick and mortar stores, but the selection isn't too great. Amazon will usually have them for less, if you don't mind waiting.
Same one for $13 less ($35).
thank you so much i will buy this one in stead i just want a real one so nobody can say it's fake
hey riley can you sell me a g-shock because i dont that much money and i need one bad! please?
Sorry taeee, but I don't sell G-Shocks. Maybe some day.
Do these sites sell real G-shocks? : http://bit.ly/dqZmFi and http://bit.ly/dluQzB
skull,
You can't post a photo from your local computer here. Upload it to Photobucket or something, so we can see it, and I'll tell you if it's real.
hi there,
I've just bought a G-Shock HyperColor GA-100B-2 from here http://www.superchrono.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1_25&products_id=2954
I'm concerned it might not be authentic.
The watch looks of very high quality, but the code on the rear of the watch (5416) is not coming up on a manual search (manual delivered is in Japanese).
Everything else looks really good (although the colour is less 'Blue' than pics online, more 'Acqua').
The packaging in particular has me questioning (Plain black, some 'G-Shock' branding but no Casio).
Any tips on what to look for on these watches to spot a fake?
Any idea what the boxes should look like?
m
mjbsx,
Superchrono seems to be a legit seller, but I've never bought from them. This model is only available in Japan right now and there's not an English version of the manual yet. And the Japanese packaging is different. I think your safe.
thanks for the speedy response.
here are some pics for anyone else who's interested.
http://s889.photobucket.com/albums/ac92/mjbsx/
Dear Riley,
You've been such a help to everyone here. I would be grateful for your help too. I just bought a G-5600E tough solar model off ebay from the vendor skynet_sg. The watch came in a cardboard box (no stand) with a warranty booklet. I've attached images - really sorry about the poor quality of the rear of the watch, I just couldn't seem to get that right. The rear states "CASIO 3160 G-5600E" and "MADE IN THAILAND Y" among other things. Please let me know if the watch looks legit. Thanks very much in advance.
deepakrn,
That G-Shock looks real. It has all the right details you want to look for.
Dear Riley - thanks so very much again, I really appreciate it.
Hi Riley, can you tell me if this gshock is real or not? And if you ever made buisness with this guy before?? Thanks a lot, here's the link
http://cgi.ebay.ca/CASIO-G-SHOCK-G-LIDE-GLX-5600-GLX5600-4-RED-SURF-WATCH_W0QQitemZ220550215631QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item3359d137cf#ht_3565wt_1165
sebspeed,
The G-Shock in those photos looks real. I don't know anything about that eBay seller though.
hey i wanted to buy a g-shock from amazon but im not sure if its real. can you help me out?
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-Shock-G-Lide-Surfing-GLX5600-7/dp/B001A62MJA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1270500339&sr=1-1
racheekins,
It's a stock image of a real G-Shock. It's for sale by a third party seller named MrWatch that I've never heard of before. Just check their rating, and you should be alright.
oh yah, cuz theres other pics maybe you didnt see but thanks the ratings were good..
here it is so you dont have to go back
a man can you tell me if this g shocks legit
http://cgi.ebay.com/RARE-CASIO-G-SHOCK-ERIC-HAZE-DW-6900M-SILVER-BAPE_W0QQitemZ120552945445QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item1c1183f725
drop,
That seller bbtiesto is known to sell real G-Shocks, and that one looks real. Just look out for condition issues. He's been known to downplay issues with used watches.
i was wondering if this dw-69000cs was legit
and if its not too much i wanted to know if these were all legit to buy.
http://www.amazon.com/s/qid=1270745871/ref=sr_pg_3?ie=UTF8&sort=relevancerank&keywords=G-Shock&bbn=377110011&rh=n%3A377110011%2Cn%3A!378516011%2Ck%3AG-Shock%2Cp_8%3A30-99&page=3
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-Shock-G-Lide-Surfing-GLX5600-7/dp/B001A62MJA/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1270745871&sr=1-32
appreciate it riley.
petershypee,
That DW-6900 looks real. Amazon is a safe place to buy G-Shocks.
appreciate it my man, let me know if you ever need legit checks on jordans or sbs aha.
if your into those i mean.
sorry 1 more.
for $80 meetup, good deal in your opinion.? no major flaws just some ink blend on the wrist strap.
That one looks good too. White ones are hard to keep clean. It's a good deal if you think so.
riley i got a g shock but dont kno if its real the modole number is dw 9052 2vdr
moneymakinJay,
That's a real G-Shock model number.
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-9xxx/DW-9052-2V/
Check and make sure it says "Casio" on it.
thanks riley it says casio the ding dat gets me feliing wierd about it says made in china
See above.
Lots of real G-Shocks are "Made in China".
so its real
hey riley, i just bought a g shock off ebay. the seller has really good feedback and is a top rated seller but i just want to get your opinion aswell.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CASIO-G-SHOCK-Digital-Crazy-Colors-AW-591SC-7-New-Gift_W0QQitemZ370350570135QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL?hash=item563a9d3a97
i also found a video of a kid with the same watch and he got it from hong kong too. could you just let me know what you think. thanks! (he takes forever opening it though!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhAc7o_32so
the1henry,
That AW-591SC looks good. I don't know that seller though. The one in the video seems real.
hey riley, had a quick question.
i recieved my g shock and the adjust button on my dw-6900cs is pushed in more than the other buttons. is that how its made or is it damaged.?
petershypee,
The Adjust button is supposed to be shorter than the other ones. It's so you don't hit it accidentally.
hey Riley,
I Just recieved my G-shock mini on ebay and Im kind of worried its fake. Heres who I got it from
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=140397579101
and this is there website
http://www.ogt-clan.com/products/detail.php?product_id=263
Could you please tell me if these are fake or not
JJC,
It looks real. I've bought from ogt-clan and they seem to be a good seller based in Japan. You should be good.
Riley,
Thanks I feel more confident but I was wondering if you could tell me some things to watch out for on the mini g shocks. There is a lot of talk about fake G shocks but not the mini. Another thing I want to add is the band is a rubber feel unlike the smooth and shiney other G shock bands, the design on the band is slightly different, and the metal piece that holds the band together is a little loss unlike my other G shocks (Glide and DW-6900 ) is this a problem? I would greatly appreciate your help
Riley,
I'm interested in buying my first G-shock. Can you look at two links for me.
I've found a website called 80's purple, do you know anything about it?
http://www.80spurple.com/shop/product/110040/5660/g-shock-men-s-dw6900cs-watch-black-lime
Also, This seller on Ebay has a lot of good feedback and the pictures look legit. Will i be safe?
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Casio-G-Shock-Watch-DW6900CS-DW-6900CS-1D_W0QQitemZ110512934397QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Watches?hash=item19bb158dfd
Any info you can give me will help, Thanks.
I don't think I've ever seen a fake G-Shock Mini. You don't see too many at all of them in the US really. I don't know what else to tell you.
samAU,
Both of those look real. I don't know either seller though.
Cool.
Another thing, you mentioned above that msgdistributors was a good seller on ebay.
This item's image is stock, is it safe to buy it? Or am i better of buying something with good images.
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/NEW-CASIO-SOLAR-ATOMIC-G-SHOCK-GWM5600A-7-WHITE-WATCH_W0QQitemZ200459412994QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item2eac4fe602
Lastly, the GW-M5600A-7 has Multi-Band 5 Atomic Timekeeping. Is that useless for me because i'm in Australia? Would it be just the same as getting the G-5600A-7?
Yes, msgdistributors is a really good seller. It's just lazy of him to only use a stock image.
hey Riley,do you think this website has real g shock ?
i worry that what if i get the fake one so can you please check it
http://www.chronograph-divers-watches.com/shop/casio-gshock-watches-c-81.html
and i want o get this one from this website
http://www.chronograph-divers-watches.com/shop/casio-gshock-analogdigital-world-time-watch-aw5912adr-aw591-p-2512.html
What do you think ?
jkim0021and MuTako,
I've never heard of those sellers. The G-Shocks in the photos look real, but I'd be careful buying from either one of those. I'd much prefer a more reputable seller.
these look real fake to me for some reason, are they legit.?
petershypee,
Those all look fake. Stay away.
Riley then where should i buy it
Can you tell me where i can buy it
and is that a good watch?
gotta really strong feeling it's fake. i do have a white g shock i know is real. but i just got this one and i've seen a real frogman, the LED doesn't have the frog either. jus put my outta misery.. and tell me it's fake
and
jkim0021,
Check out Amazon or if they don't have it look for a seller on eBay that has a good reputation selling G-Shocks.
ejcjpj,
I can't see those photos. Try again and I'll see if it's real.
http:///cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&item=140400562600
is this g-shock real
g-shock-for-life,
That's a stock image of a real G-9100BL Gulfman. The seller seems legit enough. Just be aware that shipping from Hong Kong can take a really long time. You also might want to check on exactly what packaging comes with this watch (if it matters to you). Some of these discount overseas sellers will not include the original box or manual.
http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/jwl/1715007443.html
are these real?
some oneplease lemme know
shradge,
Those are all definitely fakes. Note the conspicuous lack of "Casio" text anywhere on them.
That's the first time I've seen them for sale on Craigslist, but it's not surprising.
thanks alot dude.
i was gonna meet with that guy and purchase them.
definately not any more.
riley i really need to know if this g shock is legit
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-DW6900-1V-G-Shock-Classic-Digital/dp/B000GAYQL8/
ibashir,
That DW6900 is real. It's for sale directly through Amazon, so you should be safe.
thanks . bro
http://cgi.ebay.es/GW200Z-Casio-G-Shock-Frogman-Used-but-mint-condition-/180502860315?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL&hash=item2a06cf121b#ht_630wt_1165
It´s quite cheap even for an used one, It seems legit to me, but I´m not sure. Could you take a look Riley?
Thank you
pacosoco,
That Final Frogman looks real. I don't know about that seller though. It looks like he has zero feedback as a seller. You should be careful, especially if the price seems to good to be true.
thank you Riley for your quick answer. You have noticed the same fact as me, that of the zero feedback as a seller. I have looked at the other items he is offering in ebay and they all have in common that are used but mint condition. It looks too cheap though, but…It is used…so it may be not so cheap after all..being solar is other point (no need to open the watch to change battery)
Whatever, thank you again for your help
Hey Riley mind doing a check for me?
(I think he gave me the wrong box-_-!)
And i know this is off topic, but what do you think of this watch? haha! thanks in advance!
did my last post get posted? i cant see it
duhrell,
That G-7900 looks real, but I can't view most of the pics.
Riley,
Thanks for the response, Im pretty sure its real too since the stand i bought it from is on the official g shock website. Quick question, was my g-7900a suppose to come in the tin case? The guy gave me a the paper box and im pretty sure thtas not the right case because it has the wrong serial number and the watch is loose when put in.
It's common for retailers to mix up the boxes G-Shocks come in. Some will come in tins at one place, but not another. There should be a full model number on the cardboard box. If it doesn't match up then, you probably got the wrong box.
Yep it definitely doesn't match the watch i have lol. thanks for the info. Know any places where i can buy good g shocks in cali (central valley area), like the ltd ones?
riley, my dad wants to buy me The Centurion Series Custom G-Shock Bezels by ZShock custom black diamond series for $1,195.00 for my 13th birthday and he wants to know if its legit. i told him that all types of stars wear them like chris brown, bow wow, john legend, and many others wear them but he really wants to make sure. it has all the qualities and details for a real g-shock, so can you please look at the site and look at the model.
www.ZShock.com>>Mens Watch Collection>>The Centurion Series Custom G-Shock Bezels by ZShock.
thank you and i trust that your expert advice will be accurate just like they always are.
please comment back fast!
-~*JAY*~
jay-jay555,
I've never dealt with Zshock myself, but I've heard mixed feedback from others. They spent a lot of money promoting their products with celebrities. The main complaint was that the quality of their products doesn't match their price. I don't know of anyone else to recommend for this type of thing, but maybe Tyko Moon could hook you up with something.
Hello again, Riley!
I've got one G-Shock and need your help until tomorrow, 'cause I will go in Turkey for a week.
here is it:
http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/8365/imgp3485g.jpg
http://img203.imageshack.us/img203/6578/imgp3482c.jpg
http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/6831/imgp3481.jpg
http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/3513/imgp3479.jpg
http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/7214/imgp3478.jpg
Thanks!
MuTako,
That AW-591 G-Shock looks real.
are these legit?
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-CASIO-G-SHOCK-SILVER-PINK-DW-6900-RARE-/270580599019?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3effdc48eb
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-CASIO-6900-G-SHOCK-BLACK-GOLD-RARE-/270580600022?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3effdc4cd6
and is amazon cheaper than ebay for shocks? thanks riley.
Hey Guys,
Im new here and to the G-shock world. Im just a bit confused….i live in Thailand and some codes are different from what I see in the interenet sites…so I would appreciate your opinions or knowledge.
GA-110B-2JF ….in Thailand they end with DR instead of JF. Is there a difference on the product or what? check this site:
http://www.veladeedee.com/watch/productDetail.php?id_prd=1234
THX GUYS
petershypee,
Those are real DW-6900CB G-Shocks, but I don't know about that seller.
thedevil,
JF is for Japanese Domestic Market releases, and DR is for export ones. The G-Shocks are exactly the same, but the packaging will vary between them.
Hi Riley,
Im interested in purchasing this G-shock off of eBay, the seller is lastming, he/she seems to have quite a large variety of g-shocks at low prices and I'm not 100% on the authenticity of the watches. Here is the link of the watch im interested in-
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/SUPREME-BAPE-CASIO-APE-DW-6900-G-Shock-WATCH-White-New-/170438816576?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item27aef1f340
Thanks alot in advance, your a real money-saver!
mitchl,
That's definitely a fake Bape. You're not going to find a new real one for $40. Stay away from that seller.
YO RiLEY from what ive learned from you showing how to spot a fake this looks fake to me…no casio or model number, box nothing….is it fake or real…..need ur input bro…im trying to buy a real gshock watch that i would like.some pointers on where to get 1 for cheap….???
hi i just started to like g-shocks and i saw a nice red 1 that looks exactly the same as the fake mu d man shown at the beginning at this page but the metal plate at the back is the same as the as the g-shock petershypee posted.it doesn't have the capital letter g at the top of the shock resist.pls help me determine if its fake or not
oh and let me also add that it dosent get spoilt
cballer562,
That red "G-Shock" is totally fake.
roda-darwiche,
If it looks like one of the photos above, then it's probably fake. Post a photo if you'd like to be sure. See here for some real Mudman pics:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/Mudman/G-9000-1/
WOOOOOOW THOSE G-SHOCKS R SOOO DIFFERENT N NOW I CAN DEFINATELY SAY THAT THE RED 1S I SAW R A FAKE
Is this DW6900-1V Real?
i found it on the walmart website. Are G-shocks from walmart real??
plz help thanks.
here's the website URL.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Casio-Men-s-G-Shock-Digital-Watch/1192371#ProductDetail
zube83,
It should be safe to buy from Walmart. They have real G-Shocks, and the prices are good. They just don't have many limited editions or anything.
hey Riley,
I noticed Alot Of Transformers G-Shocks Floating Around And It Just Seems Fishy To Me. Does Casio Really Make Them?
Dtony49,
Casio did make a pair of Transformers G-Shocks a few years ago. They are very rare though and expensive. There's lots of fakes because of this, so be very careful.
Here's the real ones:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-5xxx/DW-5600VT_Cybertron/
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900FS_Destron/
Riley, 1st you are the man, your site is awesome and I'm glad I found it. I found a site selling the DW-900LR-9A. The site and your pics dont show that there is a "Casio" logo on the face but on the Casio website there is "Casio" written below the LCD screen. On yours its says "times are a changing". Am I too assume the one without "Casio" on it is real? Thx. hope my question was to confusingly worded. http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900LR-9A/
RunShawBros,
Good catch. I think there might be two different versions of the LRG DW-6900. I know Kronos who posted the eral life photos, and I'm sure he bought a real one. The "times are a changing" one is real. There are a very few collaboration models that don't say Casio anywhere on the front. Looking at the case back should tell you for sure. A real G-Shock expert should be able to spot the inferior LCDs in a fake too.
I would still be very careful buying one from anyone other than LRG or a VERY reputable seller.
Hi Riley, impressive site and knowledge about THE watch ! Thanks ,very helpfull.
Would you know if this guy on e bay sell real ones ? Best,
http://stores.shop.ebay.fr/Central-Club__W0QQ_sidZ93044889QQ_trksidZp4634Q2ec0Q2em14?_pgn=3
Zed,
That Central Club seller seems to be legit, but I've never heard of them. They are using all stock images.
hey Riley i just want to see if this is fake or not before i buy it thanks
http://cgi.ebay.ca/Casio-G-Shock-G-Glide-Watch-GLX-5600-4DR-GLX-5600_W0QQitemZ370390947552QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item563d0556e0
Itzmike23,
That's a stock image of a real one. That seller doesn't look so good though. They don't seem to sell that many watches, and they have some negative feedback.
hey riley can you check these two links if they are real or not i know the amazon is real and have you ever spotted a fake g shock glide? thanks
http://www.amazon.ca/Casio-G-Shock-G-Lide-Watch-GLX5600-4DR/dp/B001KZRMAK/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&s=watch&qid=1275750069&sr=8-16
http://cgi.ebay.ca/NEW-CASIO-G-SHOCK-G-GLIDE-WATCH-GLX5600-4-GLX-5600_W0QQitemZ130392632426QQcategoryZ31387QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3286.m7QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D2%26ps%3D6%26clkid%3D8031521673310393672
itzmike23,
Those two are stock images of a real G-Shock. I can't vouch for the sellers though.
hey riley have you ever seen a fake g shock glide glx-5600? thanks
is this real?
http://cgi.ebay.ca/G-Shock-G-Glide-Green-Surfers-Watch-3151-NWT_W0QQitemZ290442627756QQcmdZViewItemQQptZWristwatches?hash=item439fbacaac
hey riley can you check out these two links one of them is a glide glx-5600 and a gshock mudman it says its 100% real but can you verify and look at both pics to see if there good thanks.
http://cgi.ebay.com/CASIO-PROF-G-SHOCK-MUDMAN-2-STOPWATCHES-WATCH-G-9000R-4-/370387523854?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item563cd1190e
http://cgi.ebay.com/CASIO-G-SHOCK-G-LIDE-MOON-PHASE-RED-WATCH-GLX-5600-4_W0QQitemZ280481573702QQcategoryZ31387QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3907.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26itu%3DMRU-281%252BUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%252BDDSIC%26otn%3D8%26pmod%3D250620682946%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D7997545622084834703
itzmike23,
There's probably some fake GLX5600s out there somewhere. That green one seems real, but it's a lousy photo.
joshy,
Those look real. Premierworld seems to be a seller that specializes in selling watches at least, but they don't seem to have great customer service.
Hey riley…my friend was looking to buy this g-shock…and i just wanted to make sure that he doesn't end up buying a fake one..so if you could tell me what you think..that'd be great!
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-YELLOW-CASIO-APE-BAPE-DW-6900-G-Shock-WATCH-IN-BOX_W0QQitemZ260609065288QQcategoryZ31387QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp4340.m263QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DSIC%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DMRU-281%252BUCI%252BIA%252BUA%252BFICS%252BUFI%252BDDSIC%26otn%3D20%26pmod%3D290442107496%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D7975442587095331586
J-Shock,
That's a fake Bape. A real one is not going to cost $12. Expect to pay $200 or more for a real one.
hey riley.
ive just gotten in this gshock madness.
i got this without doin my research before gettin it just now, so can you help me check it out? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250642218381&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_5594wt_907
one more thing i also ordered a playcloths x gshock from play cloths website, cant seem to find em anywhere else besides mickens, he's selling it for 300 shipped and on pcs website it says 190w/o shipping. kinda weird to me. Im assuming that its def legit since i got it from their own website but can i go wrong? http://playcloths.mybigcommerce.com/products/P%252dShock-%28Formula-One%29.html i kknow its kinda dumb to ask but if you campare the pics with other blog/video reviews the pics on the website is wagg. lol.
thank you so much. and great site youve here.
http://cgi.ebay.com/KIKS-TYO-Casio-G-Shock-DW-5600-bape-lrg-nike-dunk-sb-/250642218381?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3a5b70bd8d#ht_5594wt_907
and
http://cgi.ebay.com/KIKS-TYO-Casio-G-Shock-DW-5600-bape-lrg-nike-dunk-sb-/250640052677?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3a5b4fb1c5
kevinmastermind,
Those Kiks Tyos look legit. I've never heard of that seller before. They are from Japan though. I don't know about buying the Play Cloths one right now. It's almost always best to buy straight from the company.
Thanks for your reply riley. appreciate it!
Hey Riley Could you plz tell me if this is real, Heres the link:
http://cgi.ebay.ie/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190403504264&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
kamran,
That DW-6900-1 G-Shock looks real, but it's a used refurbished one. I would just buy a new one for around $40.
hey i just ordered this g-shock off amazon http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KZRMAK/ref=oss_product from "Mr Watch" this is gonna be my first one when it comes it, is Mr Watch legit??
ImkindaMajor,
I don't know "MrWatch", but usually Amazon sellers are pretty good. You can check their rating on there. I prefer buying directly from Amazon, but sometimes they don't have it.
Hi Riley, is this real?
http://cgi.ebay.com/new-sports-watch-popular-casio-watch-G-shock-style-M2-/250648285018?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL&hash=item3a5bcd4f5a
http://cgi.ebay.com/new-sports-watch-popular-CASIO-watch-G-shock-style-M2-/280515174325?cmd=ViewItem&pt=AU_Watches&hash=item415001dfb5
they are really cheap, i have one and it looks good but it dont know if its real plz help me thanks!
h2oxx,
Those two are both fake MT-G G-Shocks!
Stay away from those eBay sellers goldxuan8 and houn_glivo. They both seem to be located in Hong Kong.
Hey there riley its me again!
Im up for my next pickup and its a red bape. the most risky one. can you pls check it out? Appreciate it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250648134862&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT#ht_2395wt_1133
kevinmastermind,
That seller americorp-n-trade seems to be selling a bunch of sub $100 Bapes. I would stay far away from him. They must be fakes.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GAYQL8/ref=oss_product is this real. it says made in china and shock Resistance in the middle.
Yen2dro3,
That's real. You'll be safe buying directly from Amazon.
Hey !
Just want to know if my G Shock isn't a fake ( strange box )
Thanks
p0ulet,
That G-9100 Gulfman looks real. That's a normal G-Shock box that lots of regular models come in.
Ok thanks !
Do you know where I can find a bezel for my gulfman ? ( I want to make a custom model )
You can find details on Casio G-Shock parts dealers here:
http://mygshock.com/wiki/Parts%2C_Tools%2C_and_Supplies#Casio_Parts_Dealers
hi i was wondering if you could help me out and tell me if these g shocks are real or fake. thank you =)
seller lastming
http://cgi.ebay.com/SUPREME-BAPE-CASIO-APE-DW-6900-G-Shock-gshock-WATCH-RED-/170438822227?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item27aef20953
irbjewelry
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-SPORT-RED-BAPE-STYLE-GSHOCK-G-SHOCK-6900-WATCH-/260598299106?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3cacde79e2
pnbwholesalers
http://cgi.ebay.com/WHITE-G-SHOCK-Red-G-Sport-Watch-NEW-ARRIVAL-/220609595149?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item335d5b470d
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-white-Sport-Digital-G-Shock-mens-watch-/120582791646?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item1c134b61de
PS> sorry for putting so many i just really need to buy one soon thank you I hope one of them is real. thanks again.
ali29,
Those are all fakes. Stay far away from any of those sellers. You're not going to find a super rare new G-Shock on ebay for $20. A real G-Shock starts at about $40 on Amazon. And that's just for a plain black DW-5600 or DW-6900. Stay with the reputable sellers.
thank you =)
ok ive been checkin on amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-GLX5600-7-G-Shock-G-Lide-Surfing/dp/B001A62MJA/ref=pd_sim_watch_1
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G-Shock-G-Lide-Watch-GLX5600-4DR/dp/B001KZRMAK/ref=pd_sbs_a_1
THANK YOU
ali29,
Those look good. Amazon is usually really safe. Just be a little careful if it's a third party seller using their service.
Hi can you check if this is genuine?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280514559398&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fshop.ebay.com%3A80%2F%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dp3907.m570.l1313%26_nkw%3D280514559398%26_sacat%3DSee-All-Categories%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1
Also it concerns me that on the back it says made in thailand but on the metal clasp (not sure what its called) it sasys casio japan
thanks.
izpirikitik,
That Gulfman looks good. It's supposed to be made in Thailand. I don't know that seller though.
thanks riley,
but im confused about the made in thailand at the back then when it comes to the clasp.. it says "Casio Japan" is that all good?
The watch is made in Thailand and the band is made in Japan. It's not that unusual. Casio makes some things in China and Korea too.
Hi Riley
Can you check this GA100-1A2DR Velocity Indicator if this is genuine?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300436759582&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fshop.ebay.com%3A80%2F%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dp3907.m570.l1313%26_nkw%3D300436759582%26_sacat%3DSee-All-Categories%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1
A basket of thanks for all your help.
izpirikitik,
That's a stock image of a real GA100 G-Shock. That seller superchronosuperchrono doesn't have the best feedback though.
thanks riley.. i will post some pictures as soon as i get it
Hi Riley..
i got the watch today and here are the pictures…
at the back it shows:
JAPAN MOV ' T Y CASED IN THAILAND
What does this mean? Is it genuine?
Hi Riley.. i got the watch today and here are the pictures…
at the back it shows:
JAPAN MOV ' T Y CASED IN THAILAND
What does this mean? Is it genuine?
And also please enlighten me about the other two small circles on the face of the watch..it does not show anything..see picture. (do i have to set something up)
izpirikitik,
That GA-100 looks good.
Thanks Riley..
what about the other two small circles on the face of the watch..it does not show anything..(do i have to set something up)
It's a negative LCD and it looks like nothing is in the rings until you put it into a different mode or something. Play around with the alarm or sync maybe to see. You'll have to read the manual.
Riley, I have a heads up on spotting some very well done fakes. The post on april 08 by petershypee is a fake g-shock. I figured this out because I own a real GW-6900A and just bought what I thought was the black version of the same watch that turned out to be a fake just like that one. The first sign is it came in a different box and the instruction book is larger than my real ones. This is what first got me suspicious. Then looking on the watch, you will see that it says shock resist. On the real watch on the website and on my real one it says multi band 6. Also on the face the fake one has revolution and forward, while the real one only has rev and fwd/receiving. Going to the back of the watch and looking at the model number. Petershypee’s picture example has the product number as G-6900A but the real one has GW-6900A. On the fake I purchased off amazon, it only says G-6900. I bought my fake watch for about half price of full price. Be carefully buying off amazon for cheap and keep an eye for these fakes.
One more thing i noticed on the back of the user's guide, the fake one doens't have the U.S. pat number as the real one does. That is the type of thing that will always be missing in a fake unless they want to get in real trouble.
frofro333,
Thanks for the effort, but I don't think you're correct on all of that. Petershypee's watch is a non-atomic G-6900A-7DR. The atomic version is the GW-6900A-7DR. That explains the differences between each of these.
Yup your right, on the amazon one i was sold it showed a picture of the multi band and i was sent a shock resist so is this watch still solar powered? But just doesn't auto correct the time?
Hey, please will you look at this item for me : http://www.dhgate.com/p_ff808081260d3f3201262420eb767460.html
The seller claims its genuine but im not sure.
thanks
BENk,
Stay away from that dhgate.com site. They sell a whole bunch of fakes.
You are not going to find a real Bape G-Shock for $20.
Haha thought so, just sort of confused because all the sellers on there tell you if its a replica, but this is advertised as a genuine, also it says it will have serial number out of 2000, xxxx/2000, Could this mean they are real or just another decoy?
cheers
found this on craigslist in my city. is it real? thank you.
gpiejai,
It's most likely fake. It's hard to say for sure from that photo. I would never buy a Bape from some random guy on craigslist. There must be thousands of fakes out there for every real one.
can you look at this item for me and tell me if its real or fake..
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220627668641&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
i sent the guy 2 messages no reply..
thanks
Adam-G,
That's a stock image of a real GLX5600 G-Shock. I don't know that seller litso_101. Their feedback isn't too good and they are based in Hong Kong. You should probably look for a more well known seller with better feedback if possible.
ok thanks, would you be able to help me find one? because i dont want to pay too much and that seemed a reasonable price!
and i read hes feedback before and the bad feedback wasnt anything about the watches so..
I would buy one from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?node=377110011&pct-off=30-99%&tag=mygsh-20&sort=relevancerank&keywords=GLX5600
would they ship it to UK? or isit just american
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=370402801524&Category=31387&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26its%3DI%26otn%3D2
was wondering if this was legit.
razon,
That DW6900 looks real. I would just buy a new one on Amazon for $45 though.
Hey Riley can u tell me if a " S-Shock" is real ?
and can you give me background info on ELECTRO LUMINESCENCE because it wus on the strap on my watch ….
THANKS MR.4
mr4,
S-Shocks are definitely not real G-Shocks.
Thanks Riley…
Wut do you know abouot ELECTRO LUMINESCENCE ? & I was on youtube and dis dude wus showing his collection an he had an LRG GShock……do u know where i could find one and how much ?
THANKS MR4
i recently brought this and im starting to think its fake, can u help me out? ps–if it is fake, do u think i could get away with trying to wear it around? Thnkz.
http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=71677867&albumID=3136906&imageID=57349707 http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=71677867&albumID=3136906&imageID=57349709 http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=71677867&albumID=3136906&imageID=57349710
http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=viewImage&friendID=71677867&albumID=3136906&imageID=57349712
kellz43,
That looks like a fake.
thx. do u think i could get away with wearing it w/o it being "tht" noticible?
Don't buy a fake. You'll look like an idiot and the thing will break easily.
can u give me the page for the glx5600 black g-shock—–the page to change the how long the light stays on
Post all general questions in the forum here:
http://mygshock.com/forums/
And I'll answer them there.
ok, so i see sum pretty cute " g shocks " on ebay and am wondering if they are real.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320555914182&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_3803wt_9Axis Snowblades Mini Skis Snow Blades 90cm72
the seller also has more, with diff color wristbands
i'm guessing u will tell me totally fake
Bruuv plz cn u send me a link to the page to get a dw69000 for $45 and can u chek if this is real…. Thanks a million
trying2know,
That "Sport" G is totally fake. I would stay away from that seller watch-international if they're selling fakes.
vennyy,
You can find the DW6900 on Amazon for $45 shipped here:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?node=377110011&pct-off=30-99%&tag=mygsh-20&sort=relevancerank&keywords=DW6900
Hey riley is this one real?
hey sorry my photos wont work for some reason but i bought it at a store and i cant tell if its fake. its white and it has the red G symbol on the bottom and it says protection at the top. the letters on the lcd are all white and the 3 circles are blinking and they always have a space between them. on the band it says "ape shall never kill ape" ( that got me worried) it doesnt have casio on the watch though….if u could help that would be great! if its fake i'm getting my money back lol thanks riley!
neilus,
If you bought a Bape G-Shock and paid less than $200, there's a 99% chance it's fake. I can't say for sure without seeing pics, but these are very rare and most are fakes.
i found a pic of wat it kind of looks like…..but mine says protection on the top with a red G symbol on the bottom, on the lcd it says shock resist at the top but doesnt say casio anywhere. all my circles are the same color.
sorry its not workin for some reason but it looks like the G-Shock DW6900FS-8….i stated the differences between mine and that one above. if u want to see it the website is
http://www.tillys.com/tillys/variants.aspx?cid=1040&ctlg=010_Guys&prod=156339150&source=15utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=CSE&utm_campaign=Shopping
The Tillys one is legit. It should be safe to buy from major stores like that. I can't really say about another one that's different with no photo.
Hey Riley, does this posting look legit?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360283866474&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
He has a high rating, but im kinda wary since he doesnt have pictures of the actual watch, just stock pictures. I messaged him for pictures, hopefully i can get em so i can tell for sure.
- thanks
josel,
That's a stock image of a real GLX5600 G-Shock. I don't know about that seller though. I'm always a little wary of sellers that don't specialize in watches.
alright, I found someone selling the same watch who specializes in them now, and he has a 2x money back guarantee that its real! thanks so much for the advice =D
here's the posting
http://cgi.ebay.com/CASIO-G-Shock-G-Lide-GLX5600-7-GLX-5600-7DR-Free-Ship-/190421139774?cmd=ViewItem&pt=Wristwatches&hash=item2c55fc013e
Hi Riley
Could you take a look at this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120598556040&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_1580wt_1137
I realy like the design but i'm not sure it's real!!
Also i did ask him this:
Are those G-shock watches real casio's?
Not fake ones?
And he said: item from the original manufacturers orders.
Soo i really doubt it!
Thanks very much Riley!
bobbybrand,
That's a fake. There's no real Frogman with analog hands. And you're not going to be able to buy a real Frogman for $19. They are going to start at around $200.
allright, thanks!
i really like the watch.
are the fake ones really crappy? or just not that good?
hey, riley im realy trying to buy a white g-shock but i had a lot of white fake ones and they just faded and they looked kind of dingy and a little brownish color so im tryin to ask someone who knows what there talking about so my question is… do real white g-shocks get dirty or do they still stay white for a long amount of time?
Hey, riley im looking for a white g-shock and also one that's not a fake…so i looked at casio's site and found one i liked http://www.casio.com/products/timepiece/g-shock/G7900_Series/ . Im a first time buyer and i dont know too much about what sites are legit, so do you think this would be a good site to buy from. sorry if it's a stupid question, i just dont want to purchase a fake one
loldatkiddere1,
Real white G-Shocks do get dirty, but glossy ones are a little better. It's just the nature of the material. Fake ones will of course be of worse quality.
N09,
It's definitely safe to buy directly from Casio. That must be the safest place to buy them. Amazon usually has much better prices though, with minimal risk.
so if i get the g-lide do you think thats going to be better for me since its glossy and can wipe down easily instead of the Casio Tough Culture OS Watch DW6900F8008 i want to get one for school and i just want a g-shock that can stay clean for a long period of time
hey guys i was looking at this g-shock off of ebay and it looks pretty real. what do you guys think?
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Military-Green-G-SHOCK-WATCH_W0QQitemZ120600967267QQcategoryZ31387QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp3286.m7QQ_trkparmsZalgo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D3%26po%3DLVI%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D6732991865093286381
manny76530,
That "Military Green- G-SHOCK WATCH" is a fake. The cheapest new G-Shock is at least $30. So any of these $15 ones are most probably fakes.
alright thanks!
who is the safest seller on ebay to get a real g-shock from?
On my box the model number said G-1000-1ADR. I don't know whether it is legitimate.
Riley thank you for the information and do you know what is the best way to clean a white g shock
manny76530,
I don't really buy G-Shocks from eBay because of all the problems. I always try finding them on Amazon with this tool:
http://mygshock.com/amazon-discount-finder/
warpa123,
That looks like a legit G-Shock model:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/G-1xx/G-1000-1ADR/
N09,
White G-Shocks are a pain to keep clean usually. I don't really wear them for this reason. Once a stain gets into the resin there's not really a way to fully clean it.
i would like to buy these g shocks check if they are real
http://www.ioffer.com/i/135528497
and
http://www.ioffer.com/i/135525827
and
http://www.ioffer.com/i/152978481
Thanks
EmmanuelG45,
The G-Shocks on those ioffer pages seem fishy. You're not going to find super rare limited edition brand new for under $100. It looks like the seller took the pics from another seller maybe. Stick to well known retailers if you want to be sure.
legit?
nacios,
Looks good.
A real DW-5600E.
thanks riley just need some help
hey, i just bought this yellow one from ebay. Ebay was the only place i could find it and there was no info on any other website. can you tell me if its legit
http://cgi.ebay.com/Casio-G-Shock-G-6900-6900A-G6900A-9-Tough-Solar-yellow-/280545111698?pt=Wristwatches#ht_1670wt_1139
i wanna kno if these g shocks are real before i buy
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-WHITE-CASIO-G-SHOCK-7900-WATCH-BATHING-APE-BAPE-/160465493800?pt=Wristwatches
snguyen,
That G-6900 G-Shock and seller look good.
JayP23,
That white G7900 is a fake. Do not buy from that seller sam*shop if you want a real G-Shock.
thanx.
are these watches real.. i never heard of a couples baby g and g shock combo..
LOV-08A-7BDR
G-SHOCK
Main Functions
Shock-resistant, water-resistant to 200 meters, world time for 27 cities (29 time zone, daylight saving on/off), 1/100 second stopwatch, countdown timer, 5 independent daily alarms (of which 1 snooze alarm), hourly time signal, full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, LED light (with auto-light switch and afterglow)
Approx. Battery Life
3 years on CR1220
Size of Case/
Total Weight
52.0mm x 46.4mm x 14.9mm / 58.0g
Baby-G
Main Functions
Shock-resistant, water-resistant to 100 meters, world time for 27 cities (29 time zone, daylight saving on/off), 1/1 second stopwatch, countdown timer, 5 independent daily alarms (of which 1 snooze alarm), hourly time signal, full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, LED light (with afterglow)
Approx. Battery Life
2 years on SR726W x 2
Size of Case/
Total Weight
43.6mm x 38.9mm x 13.1mm / 42.0g
iNinja,
Yep, they're real. It's a Lover's Collection pair that came out in 2008. Those are just stock images from Casio. These should be rather hard to find now. I doubt that anyone would try to make fakes of these, but you never know. You should really only buy from a reputable dealer if you want to be safe.
hey thanks alot. where is a best play to but these from?? my aniversary is coming up and so i would like to get these for my wife and i.. i have a g shock watch already and its the one "hans posted on march 5 2010." mine are just like the one he posted.. is that real as well.. i bought mine at costco for $30 in hawaii.. it was a great deal so i couldnt pass up on it.. plus you never said if it was real of fake on his.. lol get back to me asap.. i hope g shock or baby g hooks you up for this site.. this is great.. >;o)
Yep, That GW-330A looks real. I don't know where you can get that Lover's pair. You might want to try a dealer in Japan.
hi riley,
i just bought a gshock from tnt fashions and i dont see any casio on it or a number and it had rimestones on it. im asking does my gshock sound real and does a real gshock have rimestones on it?
nikki,
I've never heard of TNT Fashions. I don't think there's any G-Shocks that come with rhinestones on them from the Casio factory. But there's a lot of people that customize G-Shocks and then sell them with that sort of thing. I think that Casio did release some Baby-G watches with rhinestones on them though.
Post a photo or a link to the watch and I can try to help you out. Real G-Shock usually come with packaging that has the full model number printed on it. And usually there's at least a partial model number engraved in the metal backside of the watch.
icant find a photo of mine and 2morrow ill try to take a pic of it but i was trying to find real ones and i came across this one on macys.com could you plz. tell me the name of this one and tell me if this is real
.
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=429893&CategoryID=24052
hey riley is this real?
saw it on amazon but i didnt see it in any of the casio website.. i wanna place an order for it for my bday but i wait for someone to help me out if its real.. i know you said that amazon is cool and everything but sometimes you just never know..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/B001W0YEZY/ref=dp_image_z_0?ie=UTF8&n=377110011&s=watches
nikki,
That's a real Crazy Colors DW6900CC, and Macy's is a safe place to buy from.
iNinja,
That's a real Casio PAW1300 Pathfinder. It's technically not a G-Shock though.
haha.. its not.. he listed it as it.. anyways in your opinion whats the best gshock watch out there?? i wanna get one but i dont know what to get.. the love pair is the one i really want but i cant find it anywhere.. plus i dont wanna have to go overseas to buy them.. i was looking at that pathfinder on since i hike most of the time.. i'm a really active people so i need a watch that can match me.. lol i already have the gw330a but i usually use it to go to the club because of the gold finish and it looks nice in the dark when the light hits it.. lol thanks
has g shock design dw5600 for bape
Spike Lee editions, need some help asap.
appreciate it in advance.
back says made in thailand casio[1545] DW-5000SL
petershypee,
Everything looks good on that DW-5000SL.
Have you or anyone you know had dealings with an Ebay seller called ivshc ?
He seems to have excellent feedback…
I'm looking at buying this watch and wondered whether you could give me your opinion…
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120606716897#ht_4978wt_1139
It looks like the real deal to me but some confirmation would be gratefully received…
Cheers bud!
Jon
spazz,
That G-Shock looks real and the seller seems legit. He's in Hong Kong though. I tend to stay away from sellers there just because shipping takes so long and there's more likely to be issue with the packaging.
Cheers mate. Appreciate you taking the time to answer. I'll have a ponder - I believe my bro bought from the same seller (he's in the process of checking for me) and said that if it's the same guy he's a good seller so I'll base it on his experience.
Anyway, thanks again!
I just bought a fake G-Shock. The light changes many diffrent colors. The watch itself has a clear surrounding so the colors are seen very brightly. It also has 7 diffrent colors and one setting has all 7 colors pulsing at once. It says Illuminator and sport. I just wanted everyone to know that because I haven't seen on this website about the same kind of watch.
My question is on each G-Shock does the watch band buckle have the word casio engraved or on certain ones??
jazie_pha95,
I think every G-Shock has the word Casio engraved in the buckle. Or at least something. I haven't checked them all though.
And thanks for the information on the color changing fake G.
Okay Riley I'd like your help since you have so much experience. I'm a High School student and just recently became interested in buying a G-Shock G-lide. My problem is i don't know anything about them since I've never owned one. So i was on Amazon and i came upon a Turquoise G-Shock G-lide being sold by " Watch colony" the watch is a very decent price and good for my High School budget. So can you please check it out here is the link
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-GLX5600-1-G-Shock-G-Lide-Surfing/dp/B001A65ZJ4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1282433956&sr=8-1
It's the Turquoise G-Shock i'm thinking about buying so your help would be appreciated.
Has G Shock every designed a DW5600 for BAPE if they have what color
Bernie,
I've never heard of Watch Colony, but it says their orders are fulfilled and shipped by Amazon, so I would think that would be as safe as ordering directly from Amazon. So you should be good with that one. It's a good price.
EmmanuelG45,
Bape has released a couple DW-5600 G-Shocks. There's a blue one and a brown one.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120586370151&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
fake or not? thanks Riley..
domaka,
That Bape looks real. That Japanese seller doesn't seem specialize in G-Shocks, but his feedback looks good. It's hard to be 100% on Bapes sense there's so many fakes. At about $350 the price seems like what it should be for a real one.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/NEW-CASIO-G-SHOCK-DW5600-WATCH-BATHING-APE-BAPE-R-/280551923782?pt=Wristwatches EPIC FAIL
It looks like ebay seller janelove09 is selling a bunch of fake bapes.
lol yea he is.. i mean i could tell right when i saw that first white watch it was bad news lol…
hey riley i just ran across this watch on ebay idk if it's legit or not, but i bet you would know…http://cgi.ebay.ca/BATHING-APE-BAPE-SHARK-CLEAR-BAPEX-NAVY-G-SHOCK-NEW-/200511554261?pt=Wristwatches
N09,
I don't really know much about those clear Bapex watches. It looks like it might be real, but I can't say anything for sure.
Hey riley I've been searching for a orange DW-6900MM-4JF and I finally found 1 on ebay with the sellers own pictures can you tell me if it's real or not?
http://cgi.ebay.com/CASIO-G-SHOCK-Crazy-Colors-DW-6900MM-4JF-JAPAN-LE-NIB-/110573750978#ht_4007wt_913
Since september is almost here do you think I should wait for pictures of those?
Acute,
It looks real. That seller in Japan has good feedback, but they don't seem to specialize in selling Casio G-Shocks. I think you would be alright though.
I would recommend starting at Amazon or a reputable affiliate such as http://www.dw6900.com - that is where I purchased my last G-Shock from.
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I'm pretty sure it's real. kinda just wanted to know how rare it was cause i saw it and had to get it lol thanks
ziggyman1307,
I can't see anything at the links you posted.
Hi Riley, I just got a G-Shock I ordered from the mail
Please confirm if its real or not, thanks!
( :
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160468568166&var=460008388719&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_4042wt_1172
EpiCkx,
It looks like that eBay seller shopinthestore is selling a bunch of fake G7900 G-Shocks.
Riley i just bought this new g schock from a friend it seems regular but i wanted to have your opinion on it its a red dw9600cc it say casio in the front in back it has the serial number in the back which is dw9600cc it has the G logo in the back also its made in thailand its said schock resist in the bottom of the G logo i want to have your opinion on that
Ps: i have been trying to put some personal photos of it but i dont know how
princedice92,
It sounds like it's the real deal. I think if it's red it must be the DW-6900CB though. See here:
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900CB-4/
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-CASIO-G-Shock-9200-Leisure-Sport-Watch-GF-9200-1DRF-/110580462650?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item5f766e6c64
i wanted to know if any of these watches on this page are real
because i wanted one
thx alot
is this real?
joga,
Those Riseman clones sellpaulfrank is selling are all fake. Stay away from less than $30 "G-Shocks" from China.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Casio-Men-s-G-Shock-Digital-Watch/1192371
is this real
joga,
Yes, it should be safe to buy from Wal-Mart. I prefer Amazon though.
hey Riley
im kinda new to this, so can you help me? i found a g-shock i like on ebay,
canthttp://cgi.ebay.com/New-waterproof-200M-Casio-Surfing-G-shock-G-9100-BLACK-/280556935797?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item41527f1a75#ht_2436wt_1137,
i thought it was real but i cant see the back, can you please tell me if its real
mohamed,
Those photos look real, but I don't know about that seller 6585jianh in China. $26 + free shipping is way too low a price for a real G9100 Gulfman. $50-60 would be a good deal and much more likely to be real. Check out Amazon.com.
Riley,
what sellers do you recommend on ebay?
Hi can you tell me if this is real
thanks
http://i648.photobucket.com/albums/uu202/qkm_2009/fffhDSC02636.jpg
mohamed,
Msgdistributors is good. I don't really buy mush from eBay. Most of the sellers there are questionable.
kai,
That G7700 looks real.
http://cgi.ebay.ca/NEW-G-SHOCK-RESIST-ALARM-CHRONO-NAVY-BLUE-SPORTS-WATCH-/310247049752?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item483c2a4a18 Yo Riley i need help can you please tell me? thanks man- Philip J
WhiteboyFTW,
Fake! That's not a real "G SHOCK RESIST ALARM CHRONO NAVY BLUE SPORTS WATCH". It looks like hiphopjeweleryland is not a good seller.
Please avoid sub-$40 G-Shocks on eBay. There's a 99% chance they are fake.
Unless they're used or something.
can you tell me if this is real or not?
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-DW5600E-1V-G-Shock-Classic-Digital/dp/B000GAYQKY/ref=sr_1_1?&tag=mygsh-20ie=UTF8&s=watches&qid=1284016532&sr=8-1
thx a bunch for you're help man!
sadoon,
That G-Shock is real and a good deal. A DW-5600 for $42 on Amazon is the cheapest real G-Shock you're going to find anywhere legit.
hey riley i just want to know if this g shock is real or fake thx
http://s929.photobucket.com/albums/ad133/geron564/
btw i put in alot of water and it stayted the same
geron564,
It's really hard to make out much in those photos. But it does like like it's supposed to be a Bape. If you paid less than $200 for it, I can just about guarantee it's a fake. Like 99.9% of the Bape G-Shocks out there are fake.
hi Riley..
I just want to know if this G-Shock is real or fake..
Coz I want to buy it..Especially the mudman ones
It was sold by another person in Indonesia and also in rupiah currency…
And also greetings for ya from Indonesia..
http://www.kaskus.us/showthread.php?p=277399203&posted=1#post277399203
http://www.kaskus.us/showthread.php?p=277416337&posted=1#post277416337
captgeddoe,
That G-9000-3VDR Mudman looks real. I've never heard of WristWatchAlley.com though.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00284ADEY/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&tag=mygsh-20&qid=1284309659&sr=8-21&condition=new
hey riley, can you tell if these are real ones, and which seller is safer to buy it from?
http://www.buy.com/listing/sellerlistings.asp?sku=206465534&buy=0
and this watch too
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=462121&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=462935&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results
or this two,
which do you think is the best buy out of the four
hey, should the black bape dw6900 be dull or shiny?
thank youu.
Please let me know if these are real …got them from ebay for about 70 a piece>>>purple and teal one from singapore….really worried about that one and on the grey one is the third circle suppose to be kinda brownish redish…srry im new to this HELP
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab169/574triz/IMG00068-20100912-2355.jpg
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab169/574triz/IMG00069-20100912-2355.jpg
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab169/574triz/IMG00067-20100912-2354.jpg
http://i860.photobucket.com/albums/ab169/574triz/IMG00070-20100912-2355.jpg
kg14,
I think there's one matte black Bape and one glossy black Bape so far.
574triz,
Those G-Shocks look real.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00284ADEY/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&tag=mygsh-20&qid=1284309659&sr=8-21&condition=new
hey riley, can you tell if these are real ones, and which seller is safer to buy it from?
http://www.buy.com/listing/sellerlistings.asp?sku=206465534&buy=0
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=462121&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=462935&PseudoCat=se-xx-xx-xx.esn_results
or this two,
which do you think is the best buy out of the four
and this watch too
bballboy,
I'd go with the Amazon one. Amazon is the place I always check first. They usually have the best prices and service.
thanks, but what doing u think about buying watches in macys?
Macy's is cool, but they charge full retail price. And when you buy in the store you often get the wrong box and/or manual (they get all mixed up when they take them out for display).
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260499839730&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_2780wt_913
Is this real or fake?
hockeyfan328,
Those look like images of a real G-Shock, but I don't know about that Hong Kong seller watch_dealer2008. His feedback isn't too great. And the watermarks in the photos seem like they might have been taken from another seller.
Hi, I just recently bought this G-Shock, from your knowledge is it real/fake??
http://img337.imageshack.us/i/091810123929.jpg/
http://img831.imageshack.us/i/091810121921.jpg/
http://img411.imageshack.us/i/091810122032.jpg/
http://img837.imageshack.us/i/091810123341.jpg/
Sorry if they are blurry, I used my cellphone cam lol . But yeah , Please and thanks . =]
The part that worried me most was that it says "Water 20BAR RESIST" Instead of the usual 200m resist thinq i've seen on other Gshocks. It has casio on the front and back thouqh and pretty much everythinq else that people pointed out to see if it was real or not .
Beneficial,
Sorry, but that one looks like a fake. The LCD doesn't look right. And I don't think there's any current real ones with that color scheme.
sup riley.
just wanna know, is my g-shock real? i dont wanna rock a fake g-shock.
[images deleted from Photobucket]
thanks.
takenaga,
Sorry, but that's a fake. It doesn't have a model number on the case back, and it doesn't really look like any real G-Shock model.
Hi Riley i just bought a grayish-white g shock with black in the middle and it is a DW6900 and on the back instead of saying Thailand it says japan please tell me if it is a fake and if not way does it say japan thank you very much.
damion,
I can't say for sure based on what you said there. Plenty of real G-Shocks are made in Japan, but it tends to be the more expensive ones.
What's the full model number (should be on the box or packaging)? How much did you pay? And where did you buy it? Any photos?
i bought it from champs DW6900FS-8CS and it was $89.99
damion,
Champs is a major retail chain, and it's unlikely that they would sell illegal fakes G-Shocks. You should be good.
so why does it say japan on the back
hey,im thinking about buying one,but i'm not much of a expert on gshock,can you find out if this fake or real,thanks.
http://shop.pacsun.com/Guys/watches/Rescue-Red-Watch/index.pro
gdfather,
I've never bought a G-Shock from Pacsun, but they're another big retail chain, so it should be a safe place to buy from.
yo riley i was thinking of buying this G-shock but i dont know if its real:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-CASIO-G-SHOCK-G-7900-Sport-Electronic-Watch-Black-/150495317458?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item230a384dd2#ht_3355wt_930
Hi,
Could someone please tell me whether or not this is a fake?
Full Details Here
Thank you for your help
ish133,
That G7900 looks like it might be real, but $20 is way too cheap for it to be a real one that you actually receive. That seller tianshu7712 has good feedback, but not very much of it. And they're in China. I'd stay away.
k8as0v,
That DW-6900MS looks real. And the price is about right. I don't know the seller ivshc, but he looks decent.
i was wondering if you could show me the chiepest real g shock available i love g shocks but have already purchased a fake BAPE one and i come from a low income family so i didnt check it before i bought it ppleeaasse help!!!
and is this real?http://cgi.ebay.com/Leisure-Sport-Electronic-Watch-G-Shock-7900-Black-/270638572233?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item3f0350e2c9#ht_5052wt_930
johnx,
The best deal on a real G-Shock (and a classic watch that's awesome) is the DW-5600E:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?node=377110011&pct-off=30-99%&emi=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=mygsh-20&sort=price&keywords=DW5600E
The DW-6900 is bigger and a few bucks more at $45:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?node=377110011&pct-off=30-99%&emi=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=mygsh-20&sort=price&keywords=DW6900
Amazon currently has the DW-9052 for $34, but I'm not a huge fan of that G:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/?node=377110011&pct-off=30-99%&emi=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=mygsh-20&sort=price&keywords=DW9052
And stay away from those Chinese eBay sellers with the $100 G-Shocks for $20.
thanks a lot they all look real good as a g shock should but do you know how to customize them??? i just want something on one else has and because the ones you recommended are some what cheap if i mess up i wont be out $100 bucks like most.thanks again
hi Riley, this is my first time here and my first time looking forward to buy a REAL G-shock , so i was wondering if this website mygshockshop.com is legit! or can you recommend me a legit website , i live in canada , b.c vancouver!! oh yeah btw , im looking for GW7900B-1 watches like that, so please help me out , thanks alot!
http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G7900-1-G-Shock-Rescue-Digital/dp/B00284ADDU/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&tag=mygsh-20&s=watches&qid=1285469313&sr=1-10 is this legit ?
raymond,
I've never heard of mygshockshop.com. I took a look, but I can't really say for sure.
Buying from Amazon should be safe. That's where I usually buy from.
Alrite , thanks alot mate!! appreciate your afford on spotting fake g-shocks!!
riley , i placed an order on http://www.amazon.com/Casio-G7900-1-G-Shock-Rescue-Digital/dp/B00284ADDU/ref=sr_1_10?s=gateway&ie=UTF8&qid=1285478089&tag=mygsh-20&sr=8-10 and this http://www.amazon.com/Casio-White-G-Shock-Watch-G5600A-7DR/dp/B002LYU60W/ref=sr_1_24?s=STORE&ie=UTF8&qid=1285478097&sr=8-24
Hey riley is this legit
http://www.amazon.com/G-SHOCK-G-Shock-GLX5600-Watch/dp/B0025V39K0/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?tag=mygsh-20
Dwayne,
It looks legit. It should be safe to buy from Amazon.
Hey dude, Real or Fake?? cheers…….
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150500836508&ssPageName=ADME:B:BCA:US:1123
sprigs_on_fire,
That looks like a real G9200 G-Shock. That seller watches-bay-auc is in Singapore, so shipping might take a while, but their feedback is pretty good.
Thanks for the confirmation Riley, think i'll keep an eye on it & see how the bidding pans out.
Hi Riley, could you confirm if this is Fake or Real, http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/CASIO-G-SHOCK-G6900A-G-6900A-9DR-SOLAR-YELLOW-WATCH-/330473724862?pt=UK_Jewelery_Watches_Watches_MensWatches_GL&hash=item4cf1c4dbbe#ht_2814wt_1139
thanks
rodsrocks,
That G-6900A looks real. I don't know that seller watchesdeals, but they have good feedback and seem to be in Hong Kong. The shipping just might take a long time.
Hey again, I'm looking to buy a nice limited G shock, But I can't find any good websites (legit sites)
I'm in uk but im sure US site will be fine, Could someone point me in the right direction
rodsrocks,
Can you order from Amazon in the UK? That's usually what I recommend.
I did just find out about this deal:
5% Off G-Shocks
Use coupon code: mygshock
They do international shipping.
hey can you please tell me if this is real or not? i just bought on ebay for 82 bucks. its the 6900cb. its my first g shock so idk how it should feel or look. and when i bought it, i opened the container of the gshock and there was a plastic thing around it and i heard they never put them in plastics. please let me know ASAP so i can refund it as fast as possible. thanks!
blankster,
That looks like a real DW-6900CB. You're good.
BTW - Most real G-Shocks come wrapped in a clear plastic bag sort of wrapping (within the outer box).
If Blankster or Riley could answer,
What color does the face of Blanksters new watch light up?
Thanks
Nice Watch!
thanks riley! and rodsrocks it lights up blue. btw how come its kinda hard to see the time? it doesnt look as bright as some other peoples.
Hey (again)
I've finally decided which one I'm getting.
http://www.cheapcasio.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Casio-DW6900CC-6-G-Shock-Watch.jpg
But there one strange thing, I found this picture and the watch has a GOLD G button, Is it a different model or….? I don't know, I'd rather have the gold part on it but it doesn't matter much.
http://www.time2.co.uk/shop/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/800x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/D/W/DW-6900SW-6ER-1.jpg
blankster,
The backlight illumination can look very different in photos and videos. Try comparing some G-Shocks in real life. They probably vary a little, but each model should be consistent.
rodsrocks,
There is actually two different real models that look similar, except for the button. One comes with an action figure.
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900CC-6JF/
http://watchshock.com/archive/Casio/G-Shock/DW-6xxx/DW-6900SW-6JR/
It was mentioned earlier in this post, but stay away from Ebay seller sellpaulfrank out of China. I bought a watch from his site before I really knew what to look for and the fake Riseman i received was the cheapest "pos" you could imagine. None of the functions worked, buttons were switched (the stop/start and reset), and the display so light it is hard to read. On the other hand, it did come with a free yellow fake Bape that i didn't even order. So instead of spending $40 on 1 two-dollar watch, I got 2 two-dollar watches. Avoid this guy like the plague- I'm doing my best to get him kicked off ebay, but he'll probably be right back as another seller.
texaskeptic,
Thanks for the extra confirmation. It's a good idea to report these scammers to eBay. It's a real problem.
I had my G-shock fora while now and its been bothering me, would it be fake if there isnt a G on the button that lights up the watch? and would it be considered fake if the word G-Shock is Ingraved in red at the top? Thanks
CRowe,
Not all G-Shocks have the "G" on the button. Some are just plain gray. Many Fakes do have the "G-Shock" text across the top. It's hard to tell without seeing some good photos of it.
hi Riley..
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can u check for me wether this gshock watch is original or fake..the model is G-6900B..it looks similar to the one with multi band 6 feature ( model no. GW6900B-1 )
lanet,
It's probably real, but I can't see any of your photos. That's a very new model and there's unlikely to be any fakes of it yet.
ok..thanks! =D
Hi…..
Can you tell me what do you think about this g shocks and sellers…
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370441801012&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120623723954&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
thanks!!!!
gtmaniak,
Both of those look real and the prices seem about right. I don't know the sellers whattimeizit and hkexporter though. They seem to have good feedback. I tend to stay away from eBay and Hong Kong sellers especially if I can. Amazon is usually what I recommend instead.
I jut got burned on EBAY the picture of the G-shock Gulfman on the add is not what comes in the mail. DONT BUY FrOM these CLOWNS I hope this save some one.
Hot waterproof 200M Casio Surfing G-shock G-9100 blue - eBay (item 290479160555 end time Sep-30-10 00:49:45 PDT)
Shark,
It looks like that eBay seller was wa117. Here's the images.
That's not a real authentic G-Shock.
Thanks Riley…
thing is i lived in ireland and amozon.com dont send me here and on amazon.co.uk prices are twice higher.. Maby you can help me and telme when i can get LRG gshoks ??
i'm looking for online shop but they have too ship to ireland …
gtmaniak,
I'm not sure about buying G-Shocks in Ireland. Check out tiktox.com. They are in the UK and you can try making a request if they don't stock it.
i try it few times.. No wey for any of Lrg or limited edition.. ireland is stupid cuntry….
Hi Riley
can u tell me if this g shock are real?.. the price dont sound right but the seller got good feedback.. thank u
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-CASIO-G-Shock-9200-Leisure-Sport-Watch-GF-9200-1DRF-/110585026068?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item5f768aa268
jay_c,
Stay away from the $10 G-Shocks from China. Those are all totally fake. That seller sellpaulfrank has been spotted selling fakes before.
Hi Riley,i just bought a 2nd hand Frogman from a friend,who bought the watch a year ago n couldnt find the original packaging,the back of the watch says GW-225E, its in black n ive checked the archive that serial is only for the 25th anniversary white one..GW-225A is the exact one that ive got,is it just a mistake or a fake..thanks Riley
wetstixx,
The GW-225E Frogman is supposed to have clear jelly resin parts, gold trim and a gold background LCD. The parts could have been swapped around. Post some photos and I can probably tell you for sure.
Hey I am really into G-Shock watches, I know there are a lot of fake ones and the are sold almost everywhere, even in local neighborhood stores. I never had a REAL one before, and already have an ideal what to look for. I want to know you opinion on this web site
Watchismo
I want to get more watches from this site, but need a second opinion, since i see you have enough Knowledge about the g-shocks, i want your opinion on the website =)
Shinyoka,
I've never bought from watchismo, but they seem to have a good reputation. You should be good.
Does anyone know if uslegendinc.com or aviswatches are legit/authentic websites
ill really appreciate the help thanks.
diegocarpio29,
I've never tried either of those sites. They don't look particularly good. I would stick to Amazon if possible.
Hi Riley, I'm a first time user of your website. I've noticed that eBay have many cheap Casio G-Shock watches and I would like to know if this particular watch is a fake. It looks like a stock photo but I would like to have your opinion. Thanks
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260677056602&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
Esha,
That's a fake Bape. That seller gshocko doesn't look legit. You're not going to get a $300 Bape G-Shock for $30. Say away from those deals that seem to good to be true.
Ok Thanks Anyway Riley. Fast Reply Too.
Hi Riley, Want to know if this G Shock i received is legit before i wear it. pics are kind of blurry though i used my phone camera.
http://tinypic.com/r/2la3csh/7
http://tinypic.com/r/mj7gaf/7
http://tinypic.com/r/25z76f7/7
http://tinypic.com/r/nqwwlx/7
Roy36,
That looks like a real DW-6900-1V. It's hard to say 100% with the quality of the photos, but everything seems fine.