What a replica Pasha de Cartier is
A replica Pasha de Cartier is a copy of the Cartier Pasha watch. Cartier launched the Pasha de Cartier in 1985. The designer was Gérald Genta. Genuine steel models cost about $6,400. Gold models cost $20,000 and up. Replicas sell for $150 to $400. High-end replicas sell for $500 to $800. The main tells are the crown chain, the bezel screws, the date font, and the caseback engraving.
What the genuine Pasha de Cartier has
The genuine 41mm steel Pasha de Cartier has a round case, a screw-down crown cap, and a chain attached to the crown. The bezel has four screws. The dial has sword hands, a railway minute track, and "Cartier" in script. The 41mm model uses the Cartier 1847 MC movement. Water resistance is 100 meters. The 35mm and 30mm models use quartz or automatic movements. The bracelet has a five-row link design. The caseback has a sapphire crystal and engraved text.
Genuine Pasha de Cartier specs
- Case size: 41mm, 35mm, 30mm
- Water resistance: 100m (41mm), 30m (30mm)
- Movement: Cartier 1847 MC (41mm), quartz (30mm)
- Crown: screw-down cap with chain
- Bezel: four screws
- Dial: sword hands, railway track, date at 3 o'clock
Common replica Pasha de Cartier flaws
Replica Pasha de Cartier watches have known flaws. The crown chain is often too thick or too short. The bezel screws may not align with the case. The date font is wrong: genuine uses a thin, serif font. The "Cartier" script on the dial is too bold or too wide. The caseback engraving is shallow. The sapphire crystal lacks anti-reflective coating. The bracelet links have rough edges. The movement is noisy or has a short power reserve. The lume is weak. The weight is lower than a genuine watch.
How to check a replica Pasha de Cartier
- Weigh the watch. A genuine 41mm steel Pasha weighs about 140g. Replicas weigh 100g to 120g.
- Turn the crown. The chain should move with the crown cap. The cap should screw down smooth.
- Look at the date window. The date should sit at 3 o'clock and use a thin font.
- Check the bezel screws. All four screws should sit flush and align with the case.
- Read the dial text. "Cartier" should be sharp. "Pasha de Cartier" should be below the 12.
- Inspect the caseback. Engraving should be deep and clear.
- Listen to the movement. A genuine automatic runs at 28,800 vph. A replica may run at 21,600 vph.
Price and legality
Genuine Pasha de Cartier prices start at $6,400 for steel. Gold models cost $20,000 and up. Replica prices are $150 to $400. High-end replicas cost $500 to $800. In the US, selling counterfeit watches is illegal. Buying a replica for personal use is not prosecuted in most cases. Customs can seize counterfeit goods. CBP seizes watches that infringe trademarks.
Summary
A replica Pasha de Cartier is a copy of the 1985 Cartier design. Genuine models cost $6,000 and up. Replicas sell for $150 to $400. Check the crown chain, bezel screws, date font, and caseback. The weight and movement are also key tells.