True and false comparison: VS Panerai PAM00312 vs. Genuine

Hello everyone, I’m Bokey Today I will talk to you about the difference between the Panerai Pam312 from the VS Factory V2 version and the original. Friends who have been in contact with the replica watch probably know that before the end of 2016, the domestic replica movement generally used the Tianjin movement or the domestic 7750 movement, because the shape of the two movements is very different from the genuine movement, so the means of superimposing the decorative deck on the back to improve the similarity. However, the decorative deck is prone to small parts to fall off, causing the movement to fail, which reduces the stability of the movement to a certain extent. The reason for the big difference between the high-end replica and the original original movement is the difference in the balance wheel and balance deck position between the domestic 7750 calibre and the Panerai P.9000. It was not until the VS factory launched a replica of the original Panerai P.9000/P.9001 calibres that it was completely reversed. At the end of 2016, the VS factory took the lead in launching a replica version of Panerai Pam00441, which was widely appreciated for its meticulous workmanship and the stability of the movement, and on this basis, the Pam312 was launched with the Panerai P.9000 movement, which is not only exactly the same as the original product in appearance, but also has a realistic back penetration effect. Half a year after its launch, the movement function and luminous effect were upgraded. The following picture shows the focus of this upgrade, let’s take a look at how VSpam312 compares to the genuine product, see how the workmanship is, and whether there are flaws and defects?

First of all, let’s make an overall comparison of these two watches, because the genuine Pam312 we used to take pictures accidentally caused damage to the belt during the molding process, let’s replace it with a pair of rubber straps. If you don’t mark it in advance, judging from the front alone, it’s really hard to distinguish which piece is genuine and which piece is the VS version am312. In appearance, the two are almost identical.

Front comparison: The Pam312 is a perfect replica of the original case, the case is beautifully constructed, with a natural arc, the dimensions are the same as the original, and the engraved letters are in the same size position.

We also deliberately made the lens stand up at a certain angle to the sun, and observed the reflective effect under the sun.

Dial details: The hands are printed out of a photocopier like the original, and there is no difference between the length and three-dimensional effect of the hands.

The font difference of LUMINOR MARINA is very small, mainly because there is a slight chromaticity difference in the color at high magnification, which is difficult to detect with the naked eye.

Zooming in shows that the torpedo second hand is in the same proportion, and many details such as the position of the waist are perfectly synchronized.

In terms of numbers and scales, both of them adopt an artistic hollow design, and the hollow design will better express the luminous effect of the fluorescent layer. The size of the numbers is the same as the font. There is basically nothing to be picky about the font size and curvature handling.

The VS version uses Swiss C3 environmentally friendly luminous powder, which avoids the harm of radioactive materials to the human body. C3 environmental luminous powder has the characteristics of sufficient brightness, good continuous effect and positive color.

Calendar: After countless comparisons and improvements, the font thickness of the VS version of the calendar is consistent with the original

The VS/V2 version of Panerai 312 is basically the same as the genuine product in terms of the treatment of the bridge, especially in the letter engraving, which is the ultimate restoration of the original; Other details are slightly different, the edges of the inner frame of the VS version of the bridge are more rounded, and the middle handle is relatively deep. The semi-circular crown guard is effective in waterproofing when locked, and when opened, the crown can be rotated and adjusted, giving it a great feel, and the bridge is engraved with the letters REG and TM, a symbol of the LUMINOR1950 collection.

Looking at the side VS version, the bridge wrench clearance is slightly larger, and the handle gear appears relatively flat, not as prominent as the original.

Look at the other side, the ring mouth, the middle shell, and the bottom cover are the same as the original three-piece design, and it can be seen from the side that the thickness of the two is the same, and after polishing and polishing, it looks very shiny. In terms of radian, VS Panerai 312 is consistent with the original

Because the VS factory uses the self-produced P.9000 automatic mechanical movement, so it appears bold in the use of the back, through the transparent lens can see the running movement as the original, it is the use of this self-produced movement, VS version is not only consistent with the original in appearance, the latest upgrade of the VS factory V2 version pam00312 in the function is also synchronized with the original. (Calendar adjustment method: open the first gear to drive the calendar by moving the hour hand, and the calendar can go backwards and forwards, which is synchronized with the genuine.) The only drawback is that the small seconds hand will automatically reset when the genuine product adjusts the time, but the VS version has not yet synchronized this small detail, looking forward to VS overcoming the difficulty again)

After more than two years of research and development, VS Factory has cloned the original fully automatic P.9000 mechanical movement, and it can be seen through the back that the position of the shock absorber balance wheel has been changed to the corresponding position at 7 o’clock, which is the same as the original position, while other versions on the market are at the 11 o’clock position or 6 o’clock position, which completely solves the appearance defects of the Panerai replica movement and improves the stability and accuracy of the movement. The design of the integrated movement greatly improves the stability and precision of the movement.

Because the original alligator leather strap has been damaged and the tape is used, this is not comparable. VS is a cowhide strap, the texture is slightly worse, the pursuit of perfect friends can find Bokey custom crocodile leather strap.
The clasps of both are exactly the same as the originals in terms of size, shape, and engraving. Although the color of the buckle of the VS version is slightly lighter, it will not affect the common use with the genuine buckle at all, which shows that the VS factory is still working the refinement of the buckle.

One of the biggest highlights of this upgrade is the durability of the VS V2 version of Panerai 312 after absorbing light, as can be seen in the figure below

Summary: The VS Factory V2 version of the Panerai Pam312 uses a newly replicated genuine P9000 movement and a sandwich-structured dial, which effectively compensates for the shortcomings of replicas from other manufacturers. It has maximized similarity to the genuine product in both appearance and function, and has shown great attention to detail in many aspects, gaining widespread favor.