The replica Pasha 366394 is a first copy of the Cartier Pasha, the round watch with a screw-down crown cap and a small chain. A solid copy pairs a steel case of about 41mm with a sapphire crystal and either a quartz or an automatic movement. Sellers list these from about $70 for quartz builds up to around $300 for automatic ones with better finishing.
What the replica Pasha 366394 copies
The Pasha has sat in the Cartier catalog since the 1980s, and the 366394 reference belongs to that line. Its shape is a round case with soft shoulders and wire lugs, which is why photos alone can mislead you about size and weight.
Three details carry the look: the crown cap with its chain, the blue cabochon in the crown, and the date window on the dial. Copies miss those first, so start your check there.
Case and dial features to look for
- Case width near 41mm, with a mix of brushed and polished steel.
- Fluted crown under a screw-down cap, linked to the case by a short chain.
- Sapphire crystal on better builds, mineral glass on the cheap ones.
- Dial printing that stays sharp under a loupe, with no blurry logo edges.
- Case back with the reference digits stamped or laser etched.
Movement choices inside the case
Most sellers offer two builds: a quartz movement that runs on a battery, or an automatic movement that winds from your wrist. Quartz versions hold time to a few seconds a month. Automatic copies use common workhorses such as the Miyota 8215, the Seiko NH35, or a clone of an ETA design.
How to check a replica Pasha 366394 before you pay
- Ask for photos with today's date on a card next to the watch.
- Request a short video so you can watch the second hand sweep or tick.
- Zoom on the crown chain. On cheap builds it is stiff, loose, or glued.
- Check the cabochon. A plastic bead with bubbles is a red flag.
- Look at the date font. Thin, off center, or tilted numbers show sloppy work.
- Read the return policy. Sellers who refuse returns often ship a different watch.
Weight tells you more than any photo set. Ask the seller to place the watch on a kitchen scale and send the number. A steel case with a steel bracelet lands well above what a plated brass case weighs.
Strap and bracelet options
Most copies ship on a leather strap with a deployant clasp, or on a steel bracelet with a butterfly clasp. Leather hides case flaws and costs less, while steel adds the heft that makes the watch feel closer to the real thing.
Measure the lug gap on your own watch before ordering a replacement band, since copies vary from batch to batch. Aftermarket straps in common widths are easy to source.
Quartz or automatic: which suits you?
- Quartz: lower price, keeps time, needs a battery every year or two, second hand ticks.
- Automatic: higher price, sweeping second hand, needs winding or wrist time, service costs more.
- Daily casual wear: quartz works and costs less to replace.
- Collector feel: automatic, because the rotor and the sweep match how the original behaves.
Flaws to expect on cheaper builds
Even a good copy shows small gaps against a real Pasha. The case back engraving is often shallow. The chain link finish can be rough on the inside where nobody looks.
Lume, when present, glows weak or not at all. Bracelet screws may be glued instead of threaded, and the clasp stamping looks flat. Water resistance is the biggest unknown, since most sellers list a number they never tested.
What the price bands buy
- Under $100: quartz movement, mineral glass, plated or low grade steel, basic strap.
- $100 to $200: quartz or entry automatic, sapphire crystal on some listings, better dial printing.
- Over $200: automatic movement, solid steel case, cleaner finishing, bracelet with threaded links.
Prices move with the factory, the movement, and the seller markup. Two ads for the same watch can differ by $100 with no change in the build, so compare before you commit.
Care and service for a first copy Pasha
- Keep it out of showers, pools, and salt water unless a watchmaker has tested the gaskets.
- Change the battery at a shop, not with a knife at your desk, to protect the case back seal.
- Wipe the case with a soft cloth after wear to keep plating and polishing clean.
- Have an automatic serviced every four to six years, or when it starts losing minutes a day.
- Store it flat in a dry box, away from magnets and direct sun.
FAQ
Is the replica Pasha 366394 waterproof?
Treat it as splash resistant at best. Sellers often print 30m or 50m on the case back, but that rating means nothing without a pressure test. Keep it out of water.
Can a jeweler service a replica?
Many independent watchmakers will change a battery, resize a bracelet, or swap a movement. Brand service centers will not touch it, so find a local shop before you buy.
Will a replica Pasha 366394 fool an expert?
No. Case back engraving, crown threads, dial print, and bracelet finishing give it away under close inspection. Buy a copy for the look and the price, not for resale as real.
How do I pick the right reference?
Search the numbers in the listing, then compare dial color, case size, and bracelet type to the photos you want. If the ad shows one dial and the spec sheet lists another, ask the seller which one ships.
Do replica Pashas hold value?
No. First copy watches sell on looks, not resale. Expect most of your money to stay with the watch.