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Identify a fake Omega Planet Ocean

Hello everyone, first of all great site!, Have been able to collect lots of info! I am about to purchase a New Omega Planet Ocean XL from an acquaintance I recently met. He is the owner of a dutty free shop and seems to have access to watches at reasonable prices.

I’m a bit worried about spending $2,800 on a watch that I am not buying from a dealer; I wanted to see if there are specific markings or elements I should look for when inspecting this watch in order to determine its authenticity.

So far from old posts (2007) I found that I should stay away from serial No. 816880298, as well as making sure that the antireflective material be present on both sides and that the bezel not be larger than the case. But this was from 2007 could these have changed since?

Does Omega have a way of certifying the serial number? I still have not had the watch in my hands but will have access to it next week.

Thank you for your Help!

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