Bokey TimeHello everyone, this is Bokey Watch Industry. Today, we’re sharing a genuine vs. replica review of the newly upgraded GMT-Master II 40 Series Pepsi Bezel from EW Factory compared to the authentic model. The EW Factory GMT-Master II is widely regarded as one of the most cost-effective versions among major manufacturers in the market, with a selling price significantly lower than Clean Factory’s Pepsi Bezel model, making it a popular choice for many watch enthusiasts. Next, let’s examine whether there are obvious flaws or “instant tell” issues when comparing the EW Factory Rolex GMT-Master II Series m126710blro-0001 Pepsi Bezel with the authentic watch. Additionally, the EW Factory Pepsi Bezel GMT-Master II is equipped with the latest Shanghai 3285 movement, which achieves the same time-adjustment direction as the genuine model.
The following is a comparison of genuine reviews and sharing. The watchmaker of the EW factory has calibrated the dial of the genuine product many times, and all the details are highly restored to the original style, Rolex’s brand imprint proofreading, the use of font library molds is the same as the original, and the spherical hydraulic printing technology is used to restore the texture and font style, all of which are highly restored. Even the way of applying the film to the whole table is the same.
Through the magnifying eyepiece, we can observe the details of the pointer, and the solid shaft design is consistent with the original, so we are no longer afraid of a fake problem.
Compare the literal details, the transparency of the calendar and the font glyph, magnification, the calendar font is almost the same, the overall effect is not only the modification of the calendar font, the final effect will be with the distance of the calendar glass, the thickness of the dial, the thickness of the glass, the height and arc of the blister mirror, and the comprehensive effect of the glass transparency.
The ceramic ring of the Coke circle of the EW factory is also the highlight of the promotion, using the top C factory with the same quality red and blue ceramic ring material, which is infinitely close to the color of the genuine product, and the crown details, the polishing process perfectly restores the counter.
In terms of size, the EW factory as a whole is basically the same as the genuine product, with a diameter of less than 40mm and a thickness of 12mm, compared to the old version of 12.5mm.
In terms of movement, the EW upgrade adopts the 3285 Shanghai open-mold integrated movement, the quality of the movement is stable and reliable, the function is consistent with the original, and the monotonous hour hand can be used to recall the calendar. And friends who are familiar with the replica watch know that the stability of Shanghai 3285 has indeed been qualitatively improved compared with a few years ago.
In terms of strap details, EW Factory and the genuine product use the same 904 stainless steel strap, the width, size, and material can not only be installed on the genuine Rolex, but each watch joint can be replaced on the genuine Rolex, and the texture is the same, so as to achieve a truly perfect replica.
The laser engraving on the inner side of the EW Factory watch buckle and the exterior details perfectly replicate the texture of the genuine product. The inner side also uses laser engraving technology to comprehensively restore the genuine texture. It adopts the same structure as the original Rolex Datejust, and the locking details of the case back completely reproduce those of the genuine Rolex Datejust. It looks identical to a real Rolex Datejust and is fully compatible with the original authentic product.
Overall, there are two upgrades of the EW Factory GMT-Master II that are worth affirming. One is the use of the C Factory ceramic Pepsi bezel, and the other is the upgrade to the integrated 3285 movement. If you are looking to purchase a replica GMT-Master II watch, the EW Factory version is definitely worth recommending and considering.
