Short answer

"Fake Patek Philippe 720" is a listing term, not a reference number that Patek Philippe publishes. Buyers see it on replica sites that use short codes. Before you pay, get the full reference, case size, case material, and movement name in writing. Public Patek Philippe catalogs do not show a standalone reference 720. Most listings that use the number point to a 7200-series reference or to a seller stock code.

What the number covers

Patek Philippe reference numbers carry four digits plus a suffix for case metal and dial variant. A 7200/200R is a different watch from a 7200/200G. Replica sellers drop the suffix and the last digits. One seller's "720" can be another seller's "7200R". Ask for:

  • Full reference with suffix
  • Case diameter in mm and thickness
  • Case metal: 316L steel, 904L steel, plated brass, gold plate
  • Movement maker and model

Replica build tiers and price bands

Replica prices track three build levels. Each level shows in the case finish and the dial print.

  1. Entry, $80 to $200. Plated base metal case, quartz or low-grade automatic, printed dial, folded link bracelet.
  2. Mid, $250 to $600. 316L steel case, Miyota or Seagull automatic, applied markers, solid link bracelet.
  3. Top, $600 to $1,500 and up. 904L steel or thick gold plate, engraved movement bridges, beveled hands, sapphire with anti-reflective coating.

Prices above $1,500 for a steel replica are hard to justify. At that level, compare against a used entry-level Swiss watch.

Checks before payment

  1. Caseback engraving. Look for crisp edges and correct font weight. Laser etching looks shallow.
  2. Dial print. Zoom to 10x. Marker edges should be clean. Date fonts on replicas run wide.
  3. Hands. Bevels should catch light along the full length. Burrs show on low tiers.
  4. Movement photos. Ask for the rotor, balance, and jewel count. A stated beat rate of 28,800 vph should match the movement name.
  5. Weight. Ask for grams. A steel three-hand watch in this size class runs about 120 g to 150 g on a bracelet. 70 g means a plated brass case.
  6. Water resistance. Most replicas are rated 30 m to 50 m by the seller, with no pressure test. Do not swim with one.
  7. Payment method. Card chargeback rights differ from bank transfer. Bank transfer leaves no recourse.

Legal status in the US

Counterfeit watches carry a registered trademark. Trafficking in them violates 18 U.S.C. § 2320. CBP inspects and seizes incoming parcels and can destroy the goods. A seizure notice goes to the buyer. Personal use does not remove the trademark issue.

Questions to send the seller

  • What is the full reference, including the metal suffix?
  • What is the case diameter and thickness in mm?
  • Which movement is inside, and who makes it?
  • Can you send a photo of the caseback and the movement?
  • What is the total weight in grams?
  • What is the return policy in days?

Unknowns

No verified spec sheet exists for a "720" replica. Dimensions and movement claims come from sellers. Cross-check each number against the official Patek Philippe listing for the closest matching reference.