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Genuine 42mm Link Bracelet

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musiddiqui

macrumors member
Jan 30, 2010
52
8
I ordered 01/25, expected delivery date was 02/03. So far no shipment notification. I just msged the seller, from what I have read here, I shouldn't expect a response anytime soon.
 
Cogsworth

Cogsworth

macrumors 6502
Feb 7, 2015
380
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After sending two emails I finally got a response tonight from the seller. He apologized claiming that he was out of the country with no internet for the last week due to the death of a close friend, and that the band will ship in the next two days. Of course I don't buy it, my guess is either 1) he was waiting to get them in-hand from whatever shady source he has or 2) he's just extremely lazy. I suppose it doesn't matter, it's worth the wait at this price. Usually this behavior would be unacceptable with most ebay sellers but I guess he's getting a pass because it's a good deal LOL.
 
redman042

redman042

macrumors 68040
Jun 13, 2008
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Not to rain on the parade, but I have to say that selling a brand-new $450 strap for $275, and this strap being manufactured by a company that almost never offers discounts of their own (certainly none that big), makes me go "hmmm". Maybe it's a pawn-shop arrangement like CEX. I don't know.

Anyway I almost bought a discounted used link bracelet from CEX, but decided I wanted a hassle-free experience and could afford to take the safe route, so I picked up a new one from Apple, even though it was more than I wanted to spend.

In any case, I really hope all of you get your shipment soon and it's the real deal, because it's a truly amazing strap. Putting it on for the first time is a great experience.
 
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perezr10

macrumors 68020
Jan 12, 2014
2,014
1,486
Monroe, Louisiana
redman042 said:
Not to rain on the parade, but I have to say that selling a brand-new $450 strap for $275, and this strap being manufactured by a company that almost never offers discounts of their own (certainly none that big), makes me go "hmmm". Maybe it's a pawn-shop arrangement like CEX. I don't know.

Anyway I almost bought a discounted used link bracelet from CEX, but decided I wanted a hassle-free experience and could afford to take the safe route, so I picked up a new one from Apple, even though it was more than I wanted to spend.

In any case, I really hope all of you get your shipment soon and it's the real deal, because it's a truly amazing strap. Putting it on for the first time is a great experience.
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Someone is pilfering from an Apple Store.
 
Cogsworth

Cogsworth

macrumors 6502
Feb 7, 2015
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So far everyone who has received a band from this seller has said they were authentic as advertised. When I get mine is there a way to verify that it is genuine? I know you can buy "1:1" clones from China but as far as I know they don't come in sealed Apple branded packaging. Does such a counterfeit even exist? A perfect 1:1 clone in a replica Apple box?
 
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sidezero

macrumors member
Sep 18, 2014
33
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I'm pretty sure there is some markings on the inside of the clasp when opened that only the authentic OEM has.
 
Cogsworth

Cogsworth

macrumors 6502
Feb 7, 2015
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Just got mine this morning. I can confirm it is 100% authentic. Mine came brand new in a sealed box with the markings inside the clasp. The interesting thing is that inside the FedEx package it was in a factory sealed padded envelope with a part number label. The part number is different than the one on the box, and a quick Google search would seem to indicate this is a warranty replacement part. This is further evidenced by the fact that the box is plain white without the usual retail markings. Regardless the band is genuine, brand new and the price was right . The link band is awesome and so far I'm loving it!
 
Thai

Thai

Suspended
Feb 2, 2016
1,459
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Colorado
Cogsworth said:
Just got mine this morning. I can confirm it is 100% authentic. Mine came brand new in a sealed box with the markings inside the clasp. The interesting thing is that inside the FedEx package it was in a factory sealed padded envelope with a part number label. The part number is different than the one on the box, and a quick Google search would seem to indicate this is a warranty replacement part. This is further evidenced by the fact that the box is plain white without the usual retail markings. Regardless the band is genuine, brand new and the price was right . The link band is awesome and so far I'm loving it!
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Wow...great investigative work! And now this makes sense why it is authentic AND cheap.
 
Mojopin

Mojopin

macrumors regular
Apr 7, 2011
197
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Thai said:
Wow...great investigative work! And now this makes sense why it is authentic AND cheap.
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Yup these all seem to be 100% authentic new warranty replacement bands, I wonder how this guy gets his hands on so many, someone raided the warehouse??

FYI if anyone is interested in a mint Space Black Stainless genuine link hit me up :).
 
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sidezero

macrumors member
Sep 18, 2014
33
13
Received mine today as well. Exact same as Cogsworth described. Great band and couldn't be happier!
 
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