A fake Locman would be a novelty, nothing like buying first and asking later.

 

It's a Locman sport tonneau. Google it! It's an old model.

Dial seems correct. Never looked with attention before, sorry.

 

Whadda you want for fifty bucks?

Just enjoy it.

 

Gifted by a wealthy friend does not automatically indicate high value. It is a Locman with quartz movement. Italian fashion watch like Officina del tempo. Hope you did not pay too much ?!

 

Looks a bit of fun though, very Franck Mulleresque

 

New Locman Sport Chronographs are advertised for $200 so $50 for a used one seems about right if it works. I would not spend any time authenticating a $50 watch after the fact. If you like the color and style then have fun!!

 

Pretty difficult to "authenticate" as the brand uses parts that are not very expensive. If the caseback can be opened, we would have a better idea, but not recommending you open it yourself. A local repair shop or watchmaker could easily open it and let you know, based on what is inside...

 

I've owned a few Locman's, albeit their automatic models. I have never seen a knockoff, but anything is possible I suppose. Traveling in Italy this summer, just about every jeweler you pass on the street carries Locman as it is an Italian brand. Knowing what I know about the watches I have had from them, nothing jumps out at me as being not authentic.