What are the flaws and differences between the ZF Factory Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 5015 and the genuine original?

Hello everyone, this is Bokey Watch Industry. As one of Blancpain’s most popular timepieces, the Fifty Fathoms series excels in performance: it features a unidirectional rotating bezel with luminescent function, enabling precise timing during diving. Although the Fifty Fathoms follows a retro design, its 45mm case diameter and fully polished steel case are quite rare in modern watches, as mixed brushing effects are more common. The case is 15.5mm thick. While the Fifty Fathoms doesn’t incorporate excessive functions, it prioritizes aesthetic design. As a diving watch, it signifies more than just a modern diving timepiece—it’s a paradigm of diving watches. Its tough and bold demeanor is particularly beloved. In the replica watch sector, when mentioning the Fifty Fathoms, Noob Factory’s version is renowned as one of the “legendary models.” Noob’s Fifty Fathoms stands out for its material craftsmanship and is widely regarded as an excellent replica. Today, Bokey presents ZF Factory’s new Fifty Fathoms model. To surpass Noob’s long-dominant version requires significant effort. After over a year of R&D, multiple revisions, and overcoming technical challenges to pursue perfection, ZF has finally launched the ultimate Fifty Fathoms, breaking the market monopoly. This competition is undoubtedly a positive development, as rivalry drives innovation. Next, through a genuine vs. replica comparison and evaluation, let’s examine the craftsmanship details and authenticity level of ZF Factory’s Fifty Fathoms 5015-1130-52A.

Here is the parameter diagram of the latest version of this Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 5015-1130-52A wristwatch: Price: 108,500.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ZF Factory Authentic vs Replica Comparison Review:

Overall Comparison: The Fifty Fathoms series watches offer extremely high cost-performance. The unidirectional rotating bezel with luminous function enables precise timing during diving. The retro-styled Fifty Fathoms features a fully polished steel case, which is relatively rare in modern watches. When placed alongside the original, it is difficult to distinguish between them.

Mirror comparison: Like the original, the outer ring of the ZF factory is sapphire, and the watch mirror is also sapphire. The inner layer is coated with a blue film, which can emit a beautiful light purple under light. ZF uses a violet high-transparency coating, which more restores the original flavor. Many versions of glass on the market have problems of reflection and ghosting. Now there is no more ghosting and no reflection. This is the real style of the original genuine product. (The key detail is that the glass looks colorless from the front, but when observed from the side, the effect of the purple high-transparency film gathers at the edge of the glass. It is clear at a glance. To grasp this detail, the factory has tried many times. In the end, all efforts were not in vain and the strongest version in the world was restored).

Side comparison: In terms of the workmanship of the case and the polishing of the edges and corners, ZF has done an extremely exquisite job. The screw-in waterproof crown has the classic LOGO of Blancpain on the top of the crown, highlighting the brand identity.

The ZF factory uses hexagonal screws consistent with the genuine product at the lug. The material is a 316L stainless steel case, which is more 坚固 and durable. Side details: Because there are many letters on the LOGO on the side of the case and the depths are different, ZF has made many modifications and upgrades in craftsmanship, and finally ensured the texture that can be comparable to the genuine product.

Back cover comparison: The engraving on the back cover is also a major difficulty conquered by ZF. It seems simple but is actually not easy to do. There are many engravings on the back cover. The size, thickness, font style, size ratio, and spacing of each letter must be grasped just right. After many modifications, the existing problems were finally solved.

Bottom of the case: The bottom of the movement case uses a frosted process. There are fixed positions on the edge, providing better sealing performance and more effectively protecting the normal use of the movement and reducing damage. The inside of the back cover is finely polished and has full luster.

Movement comparison: With a closed back design, it uses a Seagull 2836 movement, which has stable and reliable travel time. Moreover, it is a closed back design without flaws. Later, it can also be upgraded to a Swiss ETA2836 movement.

Strap comparison: From the configuration of the strap, one can see the intention. It is equipped with a folding buckle and comes with one original strap, one pin buckle, and two screwdrivers, making it convenient to remove the strap. The lines of the buckle are smooth. The triangle on the buckle is made by first making a groove and then inlaying. Unlike small manufacturers, it is not directly welded. The buckle of the ZF version of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms has been upgraded to the latest genuine version butterfly buckle. In the past, the old version was a pin buckle. (Reminder: Both pin buckles and butterfly buckles are available in genuine products, which is a version issue.)

Here are the actual photos of ZF Factory’s Blancpain Fifty Fathoms taken by Bokey.

The ZF factory’s Blancpain Fifty Fathoms comes with two screwdrivers and a canvas strap.

Luminous effect picture. The luminous effect of the real object is even more shocking with the naked eye!

Wearing effect. It is recommended for those with a wrist circumference of more than 17 cm.

Summary: The feeling after wearing this ZF factory’s Blancpain Fifty Fathoms can be described as timeless. In terms of configuration, it is almost perfect. The dial combination presents perfect readability. The luminous duration and effect.