Screen warranty cards using hologram character, print sharpness, font consistency and paper-quality cues. Educational risk tool — not a certificate of authenticity.
Clean paperwork supports a purchase story. It does not authenticate the watch alone. Missing papers affect completeness and value, but do not automatically prove a fake watch.
• Fuzzy fonts or uneven print density
• Cheap, overly glossy or wrong-feeling card stock
• Hologram areas that look flat, dull or poorly integrated
• Layout that feels generic or misaligned
How can I spot a fake warranty card? Look for soft print, weak hologram character, poor paper quality and incoherent layout under good light.
Does a real card prove the watch is real? No. Cards can be swapped or counterfeited.
Is a missing warranty card a red flag? It can affect value and history, but it is not automatic proof that the watch is fake.
Should I rely on paperwork photos alone? No. Use them as one part of a broader authenticity and source check.