Before you buy

Real vs Fake CASIO and G-SHOCK: How to Check Before You Get Scammed

7 min read·Updated 26 June 2026

There are plenty of copies on the market, and they keep getting more convincing. This article collects the checks that actually work before you buy, so you don't throw money away — or, if you'd rather not take the risk, buy from a shop that guarantees 100% authentic watches and relax.

1. Printing and lettering on the dial

Genuine watches have crisp, sharp printing with even spacing. Fakes often have letters of uneven thickness or slightly wrong colours. Zoom in on the word CASIO and the model name.

2. Weight and how the materials feel

Genuine resin and metal feel solid, the weight is balanced and the buttons give clear feedback. Fakes are often unusually light, with thin plastic or rough moulding edges.

3. Hands and functions

On a genuine watch the seconds hand lands exactly on each marker — not before, not after
The light (LED / backlight) is bright and even
Stopwatch and alarm functions all work as listed in the model's specs

4. Model code and caseback numbers

Turn the watch over. A genuine caseback clearly engraves or prints the model code and numbers, matching the model you were sold. Search the model code against official information — be wary if the numbers are faded or misspelled.

5. Box, manual and warranty card

Genuine watches come with a box, a multi-language manual and a neatly printed warranty card. Fakes usually cut costs here first — thin paper, faded colours, or nothing at all.

6. A price that's too good to be true

If the price is far below the market, ask questions first. Genuine watches have real costs behind them. Compare with the straightforward prices on our shop.

7. Buy from a shop with a real store and real reviews

The deciding factor is where you buy. A trustworthy shop has genuine reviews, clear contact details and after-sales service. Shock Shop has its own repair department and can issue full tax invoices.

Simple rule: if the seller can't tell you where the watch came from or how the warranty works, hold off on paying.

FAQ

Are fake G-SHOCK watches hard to spot?

Newer copies are more convincing, but you can still catch them through the printing, weight and button feel — and above all, where you buy. Buy from a shop that guarantees authenticity and offers after-sales service.

Does Shock Shop guarantee authenticity?

Every item is 100% authentic, with official warranty under each brand's terms, and our repair department handles after-sales service.