Last Updated on April 8, 2024 by Ch David
You’re likely here because you:
Have a MCM bag (or a backpack)
And the bag’s authenticity is a concern
So you want to verify it
Skip counting the leaves in the monogram, because nobody likes that — and it’s not helpful .
This guide works for every MCM bag , regardless of: color, size, model, year of release.
How to tell if a MCM bag is real or fake
You can tell if a MCM bag is real by checking the metal badge screwed into your bag. See if the text and screws have the same consistent font-weight.
1. Metal badge
Authentic: Thicker “MCM” text, and thinner screws.Fake: “MCM” is too thin, and the bottom-left screw’s line is too thick.
Too difficult? Let our team of expert MCM authenticators take a look at your bag:2. Strap
Authentic: Thicker, more solid threads.Fake: Stitching is too thin.
3. Stitched label
Inside the bag, you’ll find a “MCM” inscription.
Authentic: Thicker logos, but thinner stitching.Fake: MCM’s text and symbol logos are too thin, and the stitching is too thick.
4. Zipper
Authentic: Thinner, longer stitches.Fake: Thicker and shorter threads.
A quick mention:
The steps we’ve written so far are the BEST ways to authenticate this item The next few steps are still reliable methods… … but they apply to non-top-versions of replicas available for this item If in doubt, we recommend double-checking the steps we’ve explained above this line.
5. Engraved MCM
You’ll find this badge on the other side of the previously-checked label.
Authentic: The “MCM” text logo and symbol are thinner.Fake: Both engravings are too thick.
6. Silk tag
6.1. Front
Authentic: “MCM” is thinner.Fake: “MCM” is way too thick.
6.2. Back
Authentic: Thinner text.Fake: Little bit thicker inscriptions.
7. Carbine
Authentic: Less shiny and light-reflective metal.Fake: Overly shiny metal.
Conclusion
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Thank you for reading this,
Ch Daniel and Ch David
