MWB-CHECK
The MWB-CHECK: the authenticity guarantee for luxury watches
The MWB-CHECK is the authenticity and condition verification process of MWB Watches (MWB AG) that certifies every luxury watch before sale. It was developed by Leon Schelske and Robin Haas, known as the "Munich Wristbusters" for exposing counterfeit luxury watches. The MWB-CHECK combines hands-on expert inspection with market and reference-data verification. Every watch that passes the MWB-CHECK ships with a 100% authenticity guarantee.
Want to have your watch checked for authenticity? At our Munich office (Karlstraße 36) and Germany-wide we verify Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and every other luxury brand: an independent authenticity check by experienced specialists, fully documented and, on request, sealed.
Five steps to a certified watch
Arrival & Initial Check
Visual inspection for initial signs of counterfeiting or damage.
Serial Number Verification
Cross-referencing the serial number with manufacturer databases and international registries.
Movement Analysis
Mechanical inspection by certified watchmakers: accuracy, original parts, condition.
Material Inspection
Case, bracelet, dial and crown are checked for originality and wear.
Certificate & Sealing
Issuance of the MWB-CHECK authenticity certificate. Watch is securely packaged and shipped.
Why the MWB-CHECK?
The pre-owned luxury watch market is rife with counterfeits and swapped parts. The MWB-CHECK protects buyers by systematically verifying serial number, movement, materials and overall condition, documented in an authenticity certificate. You buy from MWB with the confidence of authorised retail, at fair pre-owned prices.
The same document is what insurers ask for: anyone insuring a watch has to prove what it is and what it is worth. How to set that figure and what cover costs is explained on our page about watch insurance and the right sum insured.
Frequently asked questions about the MWB-CHECK
What is the MWB-CHECK?
The MWB-CHECK is a five-step authenticity and condition verification process that every luxury watch traded by MWB goes through. The result is an authenticity certificate and a 100% authenticity guarantee.
Who performs the MWB-CHECK?
Trained watch experts at MWB AG, led by founders Leon Schelske and Robin Haas, who specialise in detecting counterfeit luxury watches as the "Munich Wristbusters".
Which brands does the MWB-CHECK cover?
All major luxury brands, including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, Omega, IWC and Breitling.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. After passing the MWB-CHECK you receive an authenticity certificate; on request the watch is additionally sealed (SealYourWatch).