Fake Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 67651 watches are copies of AP's 33mm quartz Royal Oak, a smaller model sold in steel, rose gold and yellow gold, some with diamond bezels. The real watch runs the quartz Calibre 2713 and starts near $20,000 new, which is why replicas priced from $150 to $700 pull in buyers who want the look without the cost. Telling the two apart comes down to four checks: dial texture, caseback engraving, crown shape, and how the second hand moves.
What Is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 67651?
The 67651 is the quartz branch of the Royal Oak 33mm family. AP built it for buyers who want the octagonal bezel and tapisserie dial in a case that fits smaller wrists, and the battery movement keeps the profile thin.
- Case size: 33mm, about 7mm thick
- Movement: Calibre 2713 quartz
- Water resistance: 50 meters
- Metals: stainless steel, rose gold, yellow gold
- Bezel: plain or diamond set
- Dial: grande tapisserie with an applied AP logo
Because the watch is quartz, the second hand jumps one tick per second. Mechanical Royal Oaks sweep instead. That single detail rules out plenty of fakes sold as automatic.
Why the 67651 Gets Copied So Often
A quartz movement costs a fraction of an in-house automatic, so a factory can spend more on the case and dial and still sell cheap. The 33mm case is also simpler to machine than a 41mm chronograph, and fewer people handle small Royal Oaks, so flaws slip past.
Demand adds to it. The 67651 reads as a full-size Royal Oak at arm's length, which makes it a target for both high-grade replicas and cheap market-stall copies.
How to Spot a Fake Royal Oak 67651
1. Dial texture and print
A real grande tapisserie dial has raised squares with sharp edges and even depth across the whole surface. Fakes show soft or shallow squares, and the pattern drifts near the date window. Check the brand print under a loupe: real text is crisp with tight letter spacing.
2. Case, bezel and screws
The eight bezel screws on a real Royal Oak sit in a white gold ring and line up to a set pattern. Replicas use steel screws that strip, sit proud of the bezel, or slot in random directions.
3. Caseback engraving
Real engraving cuts deep with clean edges, and the reference number matches the paperwork. Fake engraving looks laser-etched and shallow, and the same serial and reference numbers show up across many listings.
4. Crown and logo
The crown on the 67651 carries the AP monogram and turns with smooth resistance. Copies use generic crowns with wobbly logos, or a crown that sits too far from the case.
5. Second hand and movement
A quartz 67651 ticks once per second. If a seller calls the watch automatic and the hand ticks, the movement does not match the reference. Open the caseback only with a watchmaker, since quartz Royal Oaks still hold value.
6. Bracelet and clasp
Real Royal Oak bracelets taper and flex with tight tolerances, and the clasp engraving is deep. Replica bracelets rattle, show gaps at the links, and use stamped clasps with shallow text.
What "1:1" and Other Replica Grades Mean
Sellers use grades to signal how close a copy sits to the real watch. The labels are marketing, not a standard, so treat them as a rough guide.
- Quartz copy: cheapest build, correct tick, wrong weight and finish
- Automatic mid grade: sweeping hand, thicker case, generic movement
- "1:1" or "super clone": closer case dimensions and a better dial, still not genuine
- Franken: real parts mixed with fake ones, hard to price and hard to verify
No replica matches the finish of a real 67651. A $400 copy can fool a photo. It fails a loupe check or a watchmaker's bench.
Replica vs Genuine: Side by Side
- Weight: a steel 67651 feels dense and balanced; copies feel light in the hand
- Dial: sharp tapisserie squares on the real watch, soft squares on copies
- Second hand: one tick per second on the real quartz 67651; a smooth sweep means the case holds something else
- Engraving: deep cut on the genuine caseback, shallow laser on copies
- Papers: the real watch ships with an AP warranty card, box and service history
- Resale: the real watch holds value; replicas resell for a fraction of what was paid
If You Own One and Have Doubts
Take the watch to an authorized AP service center or a watchmaker who handles high-end pieces. They can check the movement, weigh the case, and confirm the serial against AP records. Ask for the result in writing if you plan to return the watch to a seller.
Buying Advice for Shoppers
Search results for a used 67651 mix real listings with replicas, and photos hide a lot. Ask for a timed video of the second hand, a clear caseback shot, and the serial in writing.
- Request the reference and serial number before payment.
- Video the watch running so you can see the tick.
- Meet at a watchmaker for a same-day inspection on high-value sales.
- Pay with a method that allows a chargeback if the watch fails inspection.
- Compare the asking price to auction results; a steel 67651 far below market is a warning.
A 67651 priced at $600 is not a bargain. It is a replica.
FAQ
Is the Royal Oak 67651 quartz or automatic?
The 67651 is quartz. It uses the Calibre 2713, so the second hand ticks instead of sweeping.
How much does a real Royal Oak 67651 cost?
Steel models start near $20,000 new, and rose or yellow gold versions with diamond bezels cost more. Pre-owned prices move with condition, box and papers.
Can a jeweler tell a fake 67651 from a real one?
Yes. A watchmaker checks the movement, the caseback engraving and the bezel screws, and those three checks settle most watches in minutes.
Are replica Royal Oak 67651 watches worth buying?
They cost a fraction of the original and carry no warranty or service support. Resale value drops fast, and many sellers vanish after the sale.
Where is the serial number on a Royal Oak 67651?
It sits on the caseback, next to the reference number. Photos of both, plus the movement, are the minimum proof before you buy.