Bokey TimeHello everyone, this is Bokey. In this episode, I will introduce VS Factory’s newly upgraded V3 weighted version of the Rolex Platinum Yacht, with the official model: Rolex Yacht-Master Series m226659-0002 watch. Previously, VS Factory also launched a weighted version, namely the V2 version, which weighed 140 grams and was made with a weighted inner casing. The main upgrade of this V3 version lies in the case set. The V3 version uses tungsten steel material, which makes the weight closer to the original. Now, let’s take a look at the specific detailed craftsmanship of VS Factory’s V3 ultimate version of the Platinum Yacht 226659.
First, let’s weigh it. The total weight of the watch is 149 grams, with a case diameter of 42mm and a thickness of 11.8mm. It’s worth mentioning that other factories in the market also produce this weighted platinum Yacht-Master, and their versions also weigh over 140 grams. However, their case sets are slightly thicker than the genuine model, whereas VS Factory’s version matches the original thickness of 11.8mm – it doesn’t achieve the weight by increasing the thickness.
Next, let’s take a look at its exterior craftsmanship. In fact, VS Factory has always paid great attention to the details of this white Yacht-Master replica watch.
The watch mirror is made of sapphire glass, which is literally made of pure black lacquer, which is very clean. The font printing on the dial is printed with a relatively three-dimensional oil pressure. Including one of its nail scales, as well as this 6, 9 and inverted triangle, there are chamfers polished with rounded corners. Each angle looks very bright, and then the solid center axis. The hands are still relatively clean.
The ring is a ceramic ring, the base color of the ceramic ring is also matte on the right version, and then the raised scale is polished and also on the right version, and the matte bottom of its ring is very delicate.
As mentioned regarding the case, the VS Factory White Yacht-Master features a tungsten steel weighted case. Both the case shape and the polishing craftsmanship of the case body are quite meticulous, including the clear precious metal hallmarks on the back.
If the movement is correct, it is still the exclusive Dandong 3235 movement of VS factory, with 72 hours of dynamic storage, accurate travel time, stable and durable quality, and few repair problems.
In terms of strap, a fluororubber strap is used, which is not easy to stick fingerprints to. It is also the best tape on the market, and it contains the same steel sheet as the original, which can better fit the wrist. The original WeChat 234 conforms to the 89-person 689-body engineering. The fluororubber material is used for two or three years without any problems. Like the inferior silicone material, it will age and crack in less than a year. VS factory does not have this problem.
Take a look at the clasp again, Stacked oyster safety buckle, the opening and closing feel is quite good. There are precious metal imprint lettering on the inside, and the code is W5T. Then this clasp can also be quickly adjusted, and the inside is also very clean. The method of use is that it can slide quickly when lifted, and there is a distance of about 26mm. Then complain about its strap length. VS factory has been a combination of D + F since the v1 version, that is, one of its wrist circumferences can only fit a wrist circumference of about 15 to 18.5, but if your wrist is lower than this 15 or higher than 18.5, you have to buy a longer or shorter tape separately before you can wear it.
Finally, we conclude with a luminous effect image of the VS Factory V3 weighted White Yacht-Master. After upgrading to the V3 weighted case, VS Factory has significantly improved the wearing experience. It now has the same “weighted feel” as the original, no longer feeling light and flimsy on the wrist. You no longer have to worry about the watch being exposed as a replica when taken off and handled by others.
