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Cool - that's good to know. I checked Omega's own FAQ and it
In Response To: Re: 816880298 is a popular SN for the fake Planet Ocean. ()

says what you are saying:

HOW CAN I BE SURE I AM BUYING A GENUINE OMEGA WATCH?
You can be sure you are buying a genuine Omega watch if you follow these steps:

- buy an Omega watch only from authorised Omega retailers

- ask for the credit-card size warranty, duly completed with the 8-digit serial number, the watch reference and the retailer's full name and address

- if you want to know whether a watch is genuine, please send us the 8-digit serial number which is engraved on the outer edge of the watch case-back. We can then compare your information with our official records to determine whether the watch is a genuine Omega.

Sorry you got duped - did it come with more than just the watch. if it came with fake warranty, pictogram, and/or chronometer certificate cards, etc. can you post them so others know what to look for. I'm curious if this seller sold more than just the watch.

I bought my Omega on eBay but demanded the original packaging, cards, hang tag, etc. It also helps if you buy from a seller that has been on eBay for a couple of years and has a high feedback rating, but of course, that's doesn't mean you are safe...

: I recently was duped by a seller on eBay. The watch purported to be
: a genuine 45.5mm Planet Ocean. It had a nine digit serial number
: (which I have since learned is the same serial number on a
: particular style of fake Omega.) In the process of investigating
: the watch I contacted Omega via their web site. According to the
: rep from Omega the serial number should be 8 digits. Period.

: Good Luck

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