The replica IW93820 is an unofficial copy of an IWC-style dress watch sold under a seller catalog code, not an official IWC reference number. Build quality spans cheap quartz versions under $80 to "first copy" tiers at $300 to $600 that copy case proportions, sapphire crystal, and a decorated automatic movement. Before paying, confirm case diameter, movement type, and return terms, because the same code covers very different watches.
Is IW93820 an official IWC reference number?
No. IWC reference numbers follow an IW plus six-digit pattern, such as IW371617, and each one appears in the brand's own catalog. IW93820 shows up in marketplace listings instead, and sellers reuse it across several IWC-inspired models. Treat it as an internal SKU, not a factory identifier.
That matters when you compare offers. Two listings with the same code can differ in case size, dial color, and movement by a wide margin.
What should you check on a replica IW93820?
- Case size and thickness: dress-watch replicas usually land between 40 mm and 42 mm, with thickness near 10 mm to 12 mm. Ask for caliper photos.
- Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating is the standard at the mid and upper tiers. Mineral glass scratches within months.
- Movement: common options are the Seiko NH35, Miyota 9015, and clone ETA 2892. A no-name DG2813 signals a budget build.
- Case steel: 316L stainless steel is normal. Plated brass shells feel light and lose color at the edges.
- Dial work: applied indices, crisp printing, and correctly spaced subdials separate good copies from poor ones.
- Strap: genuine leather at higher tiers, PU or split leather on cheaper listings.
How much does a replica IW93820 cost?
Pricing falls into three rough bands, and they shift with currency and shipping.
- Under $80: quartz or low-grade automatic movement, mineral glass, plated case, light weight.
- $120 to $250: NH35 or Miyota movement, 316L steel, sapphire on some listings, decent dial printing.
- $300 to $600: the "first copy" tier with clone Swiss-style movements, correct case profile, AR-coated sapphire, and tighter finishing.
Anything priced far below its band usually hides a downgrade in the movement or the case material.
How do you spot a good "first copy" from a cheap copy?
Ask for a short video rather than studio photos. The sweep of the seconds hand, the sound of the rotor, and the way light moves across the crystal tell you more than a retouched image.
- Request macro shots of the crown engraving and the caseback markings.
- Check subdial spacing and date font against reference photos of the original.
- Ask for the exact movement name in writing, not a generic "imported automatic."
- Confirm the weight in grams and compare it with the stated case size.
Is buying a replica watch legal in the US?
Importing or reselling counterfeit goods that carry a trademark such as IWC violates US trademark law, and Customs can seize shipments at the border. A seizure usually means the buyer loses both the watch and the payment. Check the seller's refund policy in writing before ordering, and understand that possession rules vary by country.
Does a replica IW93820 hold its value?
No. Replica watches have almost no resale market, and a used copy typically sells for a fraction of its purchase price. Buy one as a wearable object, not as an asset.
Can a local watchmaker service it?
Often yes, if the watch runs a common movement like the NH35 or a Miyota. Clone Swiss movements cost more to service, and some shops decline the work. Ask about movement availability before you buy, since a replacement part may decide whether the watch is repairable.