Bokey TimeHello everyone, this is Bokey. Today, we bring you a genuine-fake comparison review of the new blue-faced 15400 launched by the APS factory. This watch model was first launched by the JF factory. Last year, the ZF factory followed up and launched it, and took the replica market share of 15400 in one fell swoop. Today, the APS factory enters the Audemars Piguet AP15400 replica watch market with its own self-produced CAL.3120 all-in-one movement. Next, we will use a combination of pictures and texts to see the workmanship and restoration degree of the APS15400 compared to the genuine product and see if it can surpass other factories on the market such as the ZF factory and JF factory?
As always, let’s first look at the genuine product parameter diagram:
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak series 15400ST.OO.1220ST.03 watch. Genuine price is 139,000.
Entering the comparison, strictly speaking, this updated version of 15400 is a completely new version. The genuine product is on the left and the APS replica version is on the right. We can see that the appearance and color of the two watch heads are almost the same. In terms of color, APS can be said to be the one closest to the genuine product on the market, solving the problem of being too dark or too light in other factories in the past. The grinding of the scale nails is exactly the same as that of the genuine product.
Dial comparison. The texture of the dial is deep and textured, and the color is not different from the original. The English on the dial is the same font as the genuine product. The luminous filling of the scale is also very rigorous without overflow, very concise.
Case body comparison. The case body lines of the two are exactly the same. The LOGO font on the crown of the APS replica version is slightly thicker than the genuine product.
In terms of thickness, both are 9.7 millimeters, which is thinner than the 11mm of other factories on the market. It is also the only 15400 replica watch that is in line with the original version.
Back cover comparison. The brushed and logo fonts on the outer ring of the back cover of the APS15400 are consistent with the genuine product. The position of the movement balance wheel is in the same 7 o’clock direction as the genuine product.
In terms of movement, APS uses a newly replicated 3120 all-in-one movement from the Dandong factory, which perfectly replicates the structure of the original movement. It is no longer the way other versions on the market use 9015 plus a deck, which greatly improves the degree of simulation and reduces the phenomenon of not running due to deck detachment later. The shock absorber is the same triangular shock absorber as the genuine product, and the central axis of the automatic rotor is the same as the original. However, the rose gold of the automatic rotor is a little lighter.
The internal grinding of the movement is also meticulous, with the same grinding method as the genuine product. Including the calendar system is also perfectly restored.
In terms of the strap and buckle, APS has also put in a lot of effort in the grinding process. As can be seen from the following picture, except for the slightly different total length, the overall is basically the same.
The English letters on both sides inside the buckle are corrected to be three-dimensional relief engravings consistent with the genuine product. The key point is the delicate brushed texture on the font. The color on the inside of the case is also the same as the genuine product. The label on the buckle is clearer and more three-dimensional. The position of the label on the crown and the brushed texture are consistent with the genuine product.
APS15400 blue face Bokey real shot review.
First, let’s measure the diameter and thickness of the APS15400. Through actual measurement, the watch diameter is 41mm and the thickness is 9.8mm. The size is in sync with the genuine product!
Let’s take a look at the appearance of the whole watch. The octagonal case has brushed finish on the top and polished on the side. It is very shiny. Then here is also brushed finish. The overall brushed effect is particularly delicate. Generally, small scratches cannot be seen at all.
The watch mirror is made of sapphire crystal and is very transparent.
The scales and pointers are polished very well without burrs.
In terms of the calendar, it is also the same as the genuine product. The entire digital font fills the window, and the font size is also in line with the original version.
The screws on the bezel are also sunken, and the detailed effect is consistent with the genuine product.
Looking from the side, we can see that there is also a waterproof rubber ring. The black part is it. The brushed process of the case is very delicate.
The AP logo engraving on the crown is very exquisite.
In terms of the movement part, this time the APS is equipped with the 3120 all-in-one movement produced in Dandong. I mentioned this movement in a review last year. In 2021, there will be an AP all-in-one movement. Based on the relatively turbulent replica market this year, it took more than half a year for a manufacturer to launch it.
The measured energy storage of the 3120 all-in-one movement is about 65 hours. The overall structure simulation degree can reach more than 98%. The only flaw is that there is an extra time-adjusting outer post on the balance wheel, which is not the hairspring without card degree as advertised by the manufacturer. However, this outer post can also be hidden. The specific effect will be posted on Moments later.
Looking at the details of the steel strap, the front and back are both brushed overall. The edges of the strap are also polished and chamfered, so it will not cut hands. However, for watch friends with longer arm hair, it may catch arm hair when wearing it. But the genuine product is also like this. The main reason is that there are gaps between the links of the strap, which is the same reason as getting hair caught when sleeping on a summer mat.
The AP lettering LOGO on the steel strap buckle can move slightly.
This time, the APS15400 has launched four color schemes in total, including white, black, gray and the blue color compared to the genuine product in today’s review.
