I wouldnt, but event the most honest people might think they have a genuine item when they, in fact, were scammed. I can appreciate his wanting to verify such things.
But, my company is an authorized distributor for Movado and I got it from them so I dont think that is very likely.
Pics for Proof:
(my camera was not made for such close up pictures, but I did what I could.)
http://static.flickr.com/93/242045031_ecc1c17d1b_o.jpg
http://static.flickr.com/90/242044965_c19b433803.jpg?v=0
http://static.flickr.com/91/242045213_e400cbc2bd.jpg