After my original 1:1 clone bit the dust after three years of service I was in the market for a new clone. I ordered another 1:1 from eBay and it was horrendous. Decided to just bite the bullet and order a genuine from Apple.
Had it for a few days but the price just wasn’t sitting well with me (even after the recent reduction). I came across this thread and decided I’d take a risk and give it a shot. I purchased a “new” band and hoped for the best.
Well, it arrived today and I must say, I’m pretty sure this band is genuine or it’s the best fake I’d ever seen. It was a “new” flawless band as described. Did a few comparisons before I returned Apple's band.
It’s the exact same length (my other clones were not) as the genuine Apple band, the exact same finish, has the same all the same markings, has the same flexibility in the links and is the exact same weight. The links also came apart very easily, like the genuine from Apple. On some clones I’ve had in the passed I had to wrestle with the links sometimes to get them on or off.
I’m very pleased with the purchase and am happy to have the cash back in my pocket. Even if it turns out to be a clone, I’m still happy.
I’ve attached some pics comparing the the two. Sorry not the greatest photographer and was limited on time. The one purchased from Apple is on the right or the top. The one purchased from chargerstore is on the left or bottom.
The only thing that has me questioning the authenticity of the chargerstore band is the “assembled in China” markings were on opposite lugs.
So I’d recommend this seller, at least for a link band.
