Question:
Originally Posted by Stuffman My box, bottle, and packaging are essentially identical. If mine's a fake, it's the best damn fake I've ever smelled.
I think it was destined for the middle-eastern market and found their way over here.
I think that's right.
Longevity won't be conclusive in telling if it's fake or not - people get different results with most fragrances, and Creed in particular seems to last for a wide variation of time on different people. Many complain about MI only lasting 2 or 3 hours whereas I practically have to wash off even the lightest application after ten hours or more.

Answer:
I agree. The only thing which looks out of place is the "toilet water". Creed bottles and packaging vary so much, it is very difficult to tell. You have to trust your nose on this one. Get a genuine sample from someone here and do an arm to arm test.