Bokey TimeHello everyone, I am Bokey. Since the VS factory independently developed the Omega CAL.8500 movement, it has been unstoppable. It has successively released the Seamaster 150 and the Ocean Universe 600. There is also a Seamaster 300 series. But unfortunately, this Seamaster 300 series does not use an all-in-one machine.
At the end of 2018, the VS factory launched the Seamaster 600 Deep Black watch. But shortly after its launch, it has been in short supply. It can be seen how complicated the craftsmanship of this watch is. Let’s not talk about digressions. Let’s talk about today’s protagonist, “VS Deep Black”. Attention!!! This Deep Black also uses an all-in-one machine, namely 8906. In fact, it is also 8500. It’s just that the model of the automatic rotor has been changed! Today, let’s talk about how the quality of the VS Omega Seamaster Ocean Universe “Deep Black” is, and what flaws and defects does it have compared to the genuine product?!
First, let’s take a look at the genuine product data.
Official model: Omega Seamaster series 215.92.46.22.01.001 watch.
Comparison between VS “Deep Black” and the genuine product. Looking at the front, it is already indistinguishable. If it is not marked, can you tell? It can be said that it has reached a degree of resemblance of more than 98%. If we have to talk about flaws, it is that the luminous pearl of VS is slightly larger than that of the genuine product. But this can only be seen under comparison. Under normal social distance or without comparison with the genuine product, it is almost indistinguishable!
Comparison of dials: The pointer sequence from top to bottom is the second hand, minute hand, and hour hand. It is completely consistent with the genuine product. The pointer can be interchanged with the genuine product. The glass transparency is also very high. The Zr02 engraving is clearly visible on the ceramic dial. The dial is made of ceramic material consistent with the genuine product. The ceramic dial is three times more expensive than the ordinary copper dial. VS still uses the high-cost ceramic surface to ensure the brightness and flatness of the dial, perfectly interpreting the standard that a top replica should have.
Comparison of case lugs and sides: The side case lug lines are very close. Even the details of the VS covered by the adhesive tape are not lazy at all and are consistent with the genuine product. The vertical sand ceramic brushed surface exudes a delicate texture. What we are used to seeing is usually brushed on stainless steel. But it is relatively rare to see such delicate brushed surface on ceramic. The crowns at 10 o’clock and 3 o’clock are both black ceramic with a shiny texture. In the middle, the “HE” helium release logo and Omega’s iconic resistance logo are engraved.
Comparison of rotating bezels: From the bezel markings, the spacing of the markings and the design of the bezel on the side of the bezel are also very special. The bezel spacing and depth from the side are very close. The workmanship of VS is very in place. (Digression: Some friends are more concerned about the problem of the loose outer bezel. Bokey can also meet everyone’s need for a tight outer bezel here. I personally select and check one by one to ensure that it will not be loose.)
Groundbreaking bottom cover structure Naiad technology breakthrough: Many people may not know what Naiad technology is. In fact, it is to make the letters on the bottom cover always in the same position after the bottom cover is locked. And it is more concise and convenient to screw on the bottom cover. Although it seems like a simple design function improvement, it is actually not so easy to achieve.
Due to the difficulty of processing the inside of the case, it is necessary to be able to lock the bottom cover in one step consistent with the genuine product and ensure 100% waterproof. At the same time, this model is made of ceramic material. The processing difficulty is much greater than that of metal materials. The scrap rate is also extremely high. During the polishing process and finally when testing for waterproof, more than 60% of the accessories are not accurate enough to achieve sealed waterproof, and the accessories are scrapped. After half a year, the technicians continuously tried, worked hard, and overcame difficulties! Finally, VS insisted on achieving 1:1 replication according to the genuine product structure, and only then do we have today’s Naiad case structure consistent with the genuine product. (See the picture. The position of Deep Black is consistent with the genuine product.)
Comparison of back transmittance: The similarity between the VS all-in-one movement and the genuine product is as high as more than 98%. Whether it is the screw hole position, gemstone position, or function, they are all consistent. It is already a market-recognized dedicated movement with stable travel time and reliable quality. Some watch friends also pointed out that the balance wheel of the VS movement has an extra fast-slow adjusting needle, that is, a time error regulator. In fact, technically, it can already achieve the same single adjusting needle as the genuine product. But a replica watch is a replica watch. It pursues allowing many watch lovers to spend a small amount of money to experience the satisfaction and enjoyment brought by a replica watch that is infinitely close to the genuine product. Instead of pursing counterfeiting without limits or using replica watches as genuine products to defraud. Extremes lead to reverses.
Regarding the strap: No manufacturer in the market’s replica versions can make a full rubber strap like the genuine product. They all take shortcuts. The bottom is rubber and the upper layer is fabric. Not only is the texture very low-end, but also when the upper layer of fabric encounters water or sweat, there will be an unpleasant smell. In order to achieve consistency with the genuine product, VS spares no cost and uses an integrally formed natural textile pattern rubber strap. The mold opening cost is as high as 100,000. This is also the soul of this watch. This strap is a full rubber strap. VS achieves a full rubber strap consistent with the genuine product. Whether considering wearing comfort or playing with water in daily life. VS’s full rubber strap can give people a very good experience.
Comparison of buckles: The VS buckle is consistent with the genuine product structure and can truly be interchanged with the genuine product. It adopts a ceramicized titanium metal folding buckle structure. Even the buttons are ceramic.
Comparison of luminous: The luminous of VS has always been recognized by watch friends. VS has always used imported Swiss super luminous. So when taking pictures in the dark, except for the minute hand and the luminous pearl showing green luminous, the rest of the pointers and scales show blue luminous. The brightness and durability are infinitely close to the genuine product.
Glass hardness test: The surface glass of VS “Deep Black” uses an arc-shaped double-sided anti-reflective and wear-resistant sapphire glass. The gemstone test reaches Mohs hardness level 9 (diamond is level 10), which is quite a costly investment.
Wearing effect. Personally, I recommend friends with a wrist circumference of 16.5 or more to buy and wear it. For friends with a wrist circumference lower than 16.5, it is recommended to choose other watches. After all, “wearing should be suitable to be comfortable”, and it can also avoid some unnecessary troubles.
Summary: If you want to buy a watch that is infinitely close to the genuine product in terms of appearance, movement function, texture, and wearing experience, then this “Deep Black” is definitely cost-effective. The full rubber strap will be very comfortable to wear in summer. Of course, you should also consider whether your wrist circumference can handle it first!
