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Non-OEM (FAKE/CLONE) Apple Watch Bands
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I was referring to the gap by where the band connects to the watch. Some earlier pictures show the adapter being a tad less wide than the watch leaving a gap.The gap where it loop through is present on oem ll bands too.
I received this band this week from Ray on aliexpress: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Fash...Milanese-Loop-Watch-band-For/32366219239.html
I ordered due to great reviews from some of the folks here.
Overall I'm not too satisfied. My impressions are poor quality, from the feel of the "leather" to the magnet strength (almost came off my wrist in the first 10 mins of wearing it) and the other 2 issues I mentioned here. However at $35 I suppose it's wearable just don't expect that great of quality.
First issue that kind of bugs me is the issue of the band how the outer band after going through the loop does not completely seal up against the inner part of the band leaving a large gap while wearing the watch. Such as in the photo:
While wearing the watch:
I did see a few posts above where someone mentioned the OEM leather loop has a gap as well but not as large as this one.
The second is the adapter part of the band (attachment part) does not sit flush on the left side as it does on the right side. On the right side there is a little gap. This is the bottom band of the watch (longer band)
The top band of the watch (shorter band) sits flush on both sides.
Well I'm possibly looking for a different leather loop, anyone have a good quality one at <50 that is worth getting? Thanks.
I ordered due to great reviews from some of the folks here.
Overall I'm not too satisfied. My impressions are poor quality, from the feel of the "leather" to the magnet strength (almost came off my wrist in the first 10 mins of wearing it) and the other 2 issues I mentioned here. However at $35 I suppose it's wearable just don't expect that great of quality.
First issue that kind of bugs me is the issue of the band how the outer band after going through the loop does not completely seal up against the inner part of the band leaving a large gap while wearing the watch. Such as in the photo:
While wearing the watch:
I did see a few posts above where someone mentioned the OEM leather loop has a gap as well but not as large as this one.
The second is the adapter part of the band (attachment part) does not sit flush on the left side as it does on the right side. On the right side there is a little gap. This is the bottom band of the watch (longer band)
The top band of the watch (shorter band) sits flush on both sides.
Well I'm possibly looking for a different leather loop, anyone have a good quality one at <50 that is worth getting? Thanks.
Can you confirm with the longer strap, is the metal "button" on the adapter facing your wrist when you attached it to the Case?
russkn87
macrumors regular
I've got an original Black Sport Band and Brown Leather Loop.
I've also bought the SS Link Bracelet (Non-OEM) & Milanese Loop (Non-OEM).
You really wouldn't tell from looking or whilst wearing that they're not original.
The copies are really good quality for what you pay, and look fantastic! I'm pleased to have a variety of different bands for different occasions, etc, but since I got the SS Link clone, I haven't taken it off!
I've also bought the SS Link Bracelet (Non-OEM) & Milanese Loop (Non-OEM).
You really wouldn't tell from looking or whilst wearing that they're not original.
The copies are really good quality for what you pay, and look fantastic! I'm pleased to have a variety of different bands for different occasions, etc, but since I got the SS Link clone, I haven't taken it off!
Where did you get that SS Link Band from?I've got an original Black Sport Band and Brown Leather Loop.
I've also bought the SS Link Bracelet (Non-OEM) & Milanese Loop (Non-OEM).
You really wouldn't tell from looking or whilst wearing that they're not original.
The copies are really good quality for what you pay, and look fantastic! I'm pleased to have a variety of different bands for different occasions, etc, but since I got the SS Link clone, I haven't taken it off!
StophMac24
macrumors 6502
Freedomoclock SS link band out for delivery. Should have it today. Will post plenty of pics once received!
Has anyone received a 1:1 clone/replica of the SS link bracelet? I would really like to see some "real" pictures of it.
russkn87
macrumors regular
I got it from eBay (UK) - I paid around £65 for it but they are now priced anywhere from £40 - £100, all looking like the same band.
doppelganger
macrumors member
Utica guy posted new link band clones today. Space black and gold.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=281769965250&globalID=EBAY-US
I'm still waiting for the 1:1 clone but I must admit it's getting difficult.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=281769965250&globalID=EBAY-US
I'm still waiting for the 1:1 clone but I must admit it's getting difficult.
Wow yea those looks nice! and the cost the half of the 1:1 clones. Indeed it's getting difficult :/
80$ is a good price imho. They will probably stay at that price for a long time.
I respectfully disagree. Not saying its not a good price but it depends on which color option you're getting. Just like the first set of bands to come out dropped off in price once the market caught up quickly and a lot of sellers started selling the same bands we started receiving competitive prices. I think that will be the case with these. Also what we saw earlier was the version 1, 2, and 3 revisions of the same bands and quality improved over time for a lesser price. But quality is what I'm more concerned with. Specifically with the black one as it looks painted and i'm not sure how it will hold up. If it was stainless steel i was getting i would be all in but the black is a bit of a concern for me right now.
If a 1:1 copy comes then the price of the 0.5:1 copy will drop. Otherwise I think it will remain close to 80$. Maybe drop to 70$.
The colour is an issue for me too, wondering if it will stay on after 2-3 months of regular wear and tear.
I agree with that. Yes thats my main concern at the moment also. For the apple watch 2 i might have to go with SS version so i don't have to worry about these issues with the black metal accessories.
Thanks for the pictures!
Could you upload some pictures of the inside of the clasp and the band? Looks like the clasp isnt 100% cloned and you still have the butteryfly clasp on the inside, nevertheless it looks pretty amazing!
Looks pretty nice. Do you think it will scratch easily? Does the hinge mechanism feel solid or a bit cheap?
The finishing at the butterfly clasp don't look like Apple's original, here's a photo of the original clasp, compare it with the fake one and you will see the difference.
russkn87
macrumors regular
OMG I love this! They didn't have these for sale when I bought my one last week, grrr. Maybe I'll need to get one of these too, when the closing mechanism becomes a bit tighter like the OEM version.