A fake Patek Philippe 5167A is a counterfeit watch that copies the design of the genuine Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A. The genuine 5167A is a stainless steel sports watch. Patek Philippe introduced the Aquanaut line in 1997. The 5167A has a 40 mm case, a black embossed dial, and a composite bracelet. Counterfeits range from low-cost quartz copies to higher-end automatic replicas. No counterfeit matches the materials, finishing, or movement of the genuine watch.

Genuine Patek Philippe 5167A Facts

The genuine 5167A uses calibre 324 S C. This automatic movement has 21 jewels, 28,800 vibrations per hour, and a 45-hour power reserve. The case is 40 mm in diameter and 8.1 mm thick. Water resistance is 120 meters. The case back is solid. The bracelet is a composite material with a crosshatch pattern. The dial is black with an embossed grid. The hour markers and hands have luminescent coating.

Common Traits of Fake 5167A Watches

Fakes often have a display case back. The genuine 5167A does not. A display back on a 5167A is a clear sign of a counterfeit. Many fakes use a Miyota 9015 or a Seiko NH35 movement. These movements have different beat rates and power reserves. The Miyota 9015 runs at 28,800 vph with 42 hours of power. The Seiko NH35 runs at 21,600 vph with 41 hours. Genuine calibre 324 S C runs at 28,800 vph with 45 hours. The date font on fakes is often wrong. The number "1" may lack a serif. The "4" may be closed. The lume on fakes is weak or uneven. The bracelet on fakes is rubber or silicone. It lacks the crosshatch pattern. The case thickness on fakes is often more than 9 mm. The crown on fakes may not sit flush.

Price and Market

Genuine 5167A retail price is about $21,000. Secondary market prices often exceed $40,000. Counterfeits sell for $200 to $800. Some high-end replicas sell for $1,000 or more. These replicas still use third-party movements. They do not have Patek Philippe finishing. The Patek Philippe Seal requires specific standards. No counterfeit meets these standards.

Legal Status

Counterfeit watches are illegal in the United States. The Trademark Counterfeiting Act of 1984 makes it a federal crime to traffic in counterfeit goods. Customs and Border Protection can seize counterfeit watches. Buying a fake watch can lead to fines and legal action. Patek Philippe pursues counterfeiters.