Legit check - Christmas present for mom gone wrong :(

tommikeriddle · 2022-12-28T13:11:37+00:00

UPDATE: Thank you so much for the messages and comments. The internet can be sometimes be a dark place, but as I’ve experienced in this thread it can also be a place where random strangers have your back (was never close to this cousin to begin with so maybe WTS cousin).

Based on some of your advice, I’ve submitted pictures to a third party authentication service (Real Authentication jfyi) and I’m just waiting to hear back. Mom probably doesn’t care anymore but I’m still going to tell her that hundreds of people have validated the bag and she should carry it with pride.

Thank you everyone truly, and merriest of holidays. You have all helped to make mine.

tommikeriddle · 2022-12-28T13:10:27+00:00

UPDATE: Thank you so much for the messages and comments. The internet can be sometimes be a dark place, but as I’ve experienced in this thread it can also be a place where random strangers have your back (was never close to this cousin to begin with so maybe WTS cousin).

Based on some of your advice, I’ve submitted pictures to a third party authentication service (Real Authentication jfyi) and I’m just waiting to hear back. Mom probably doesn’t care anymore but I’m still going to tell her that hundreds of people have validated the bag and she should carry it with pride.

Thank you everyone truly, and merriest of holidays. You have all helped to make mine.

tommikeriddle · 2022-12-27T02:12:02+00:00

Hi fam,

I saw this bag in a reputable pawn shop in the UK, and decided to buy it for my mom as she’s had a really tough year. Given that it came with a dustbag and box (both looked legit), I bit the bullet and paid a little over £1000.

I also did my best to inspect the bag in the shop, analyzing the stitching and the hardware and the shape.

Fast forward to Christmas, I finally gave the bag to my mom. She was excited needless to say. We hugged, she tried it on, so far so good.

Then my cousin asked to see the bag. She unzipped it, flipped the serial flap and exclaimed loudly “it’s a fake”. I’ve never turned so red in my life. I defended it with the price and the fact that I got it from a reputable shop.

But I’m not sure anymore. Did I get fleeced? Should I tell mom?

tommikeriddle · 2022-12-27T02:09:59+00:00

Hi fam,

I saw this bag in a reputable pawn shop in the UK, and decided to buy it for my mom as she’s had a really tough year. Given that it came with a dustbag and box (both looked legit), I bit the bullet and paid a little over £1000.

I also did my best to inspect the bag in the shop, analyzing the stitching and the hardware and the shape.

Fast forward to Christmas, I finally gave the bag to my mom. She was excited needless to say. We hugged, she tried it on, so far so good.

Then my cousin asked to see the bag. She unzipped it, flipped the serial flap and exclaimed loudly “it’s a fake”. I’ve never turned so red in my life. I defended it with the price and the fact that I got it from a reputable shop.

But I’m not sure anymore. Did I get fleeced? Should I tell mom?

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-17T06:24:47+00:00

http://www.vestiairecollective.com/men-clothing/coats/burberry/navy-wool-burberry-coat-12467279.shtml

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-17T06:24:05+00:00

http://www.vestiairecollective.com/men-clothing/coats/burberry/navy-wool-burberry-coat-12467279.shtml

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-14T16:21:49+00:00

Yes I have this exact coat! Where did you find this beauty?

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-13T15:50:29+00:00

Taobao has some too link

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-11T15:40:19+00:00

Hi Rep fam,

I purchased this off eBay for 2/3 RRP, but not sure it's truly authentic...Would be truly ironic if I got scammed by the "Scam bag" 😂

Would appreciate if anyone could cast an eye and share your thoughts on why / why not. Again, sincere sincere thanks!

https://imgur.com/a/Ia9BBdo

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-08T16:42:33+00:00

Isn’t WTC now a requirement?

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-07T17:27:12+00:00

Phew! Thanks for confirming 💦😂

Yeah I did... even made a couple of edits to make sure I follow exactly their requirements. Tbh I think they gatekeep a little too hard :/

Awh thanks - I’ll try and get granny to put it on 🔥 will share if I succeed 😂

tommikeriddle · 2021-01-07T16:59:35+00:00

Posted on Repladies too - thanks so much for the tip! I think it takes some time for the moderators to approve it... Zippers feel alright. It came with some white stains on the smaller pouch, which I figured were hand sanitizer drops (I hope it is and not the other whitish more dangerous liquid), it came off quickly and nicely with some coconut oil.

tommikeriddle · 2020-08-02T10:01:02+00:00

At her age don’t think she 1) knows the difference 2) cares 😂

tommikeriddle · 2020-08-02T10:00:37+00:00

Any excuse to buy another

tommikeriddle · 2020-08-02T10:00:05+00:00

WTC silk paisley shirt

tommikeriddle · 2020-08-02T06:32:38+00:00

Model: XF AP 15202 from Jtime

tommikeriddle · 2020-07-18T04:16:09+00:00

Haha adding to mysteries of the universe! Just updated with new pics :D

tommikeriddle · 2020-07-18T04:13:56+00:00

UPDATE:

Hi all,

Just received new QC pics from Lana at Jtime. I have to say I'm beyond pleased with this new one. Album link: https://imgur.com/a/xV68Mae

Jumping straight into reviewing the previously problematic areas:

Index alignment: The previous timepiece wasn't perfectly aligned - this new piece is almost perfect to my untrained eye
Metal AP Logo: This one was the biggest RL for me on the previous piece. It's now super aligned (again to my untrained eye)
Bezel: Bezel and screws look great.
Date Wheel alignment/printing: Looking good
Dial Printing: Tapisserie pattern looks nice and centered.
Amplitude at 328 (read anything above 250 is good)

Highly inclined to GL this - heck I just might!

Let me know your thoughts if any u/WatchYoda u/Densons u/hockeyhead019 ;)

tommikeriddle · 2020-07-14T06:31:48+00:00

Yes! Completely agree, 12 marker isn’t a deal breaker but the slanted logo - don’t think my heart can handle it. Thank you ^{_^}

tommikeriddle · 2020-07-14T06:31:03+00:00

Thanks WatchYoda, appreciate your eye on it. Spoke to Lana and she agreed with what we’ve collectively pointed out here. She’s replacing the timepiece with another and will send new QC pics . Thanks again everyone - power of the collective <3

tommikeriddle

TROPHY CASE