Speaking of Rolex’s “low-key luxury” representative, the Day-Date (DD) cannot be avoided. Especially the black rock candy color scheme, with a black dial + 10 square diamonds + platinum case, wearing it on your hand is not just about telling time, but also a status symbol.
However, the original version has a public price of hundreds of thousands, so many cousins who like Daikinao can only sigh at the “sugar”. Fortunately, the replica market gives us a “replacement” option. The platinum black rock sugar V2 counterweight version launched by VS factory this time is equipped with Dandong 3255 movement. The whole watch has a counterweight of 183 grams. Today, purewatches will put aside the fictitious parameter stacking and talk about the real performance of this watch.
1. 183 grams of balanced weight: the texture does not show any timidity when you use it.
Let’s talk about the most intuitive advantage first: the entire watch weight of 183 grams.
In order to control costs, many replica gold watches only add counterweights to the watch head. The strap is still light, making it top-heavy to wear. However, VS Factory has balanced the weight of the entire watch this time. The case and strap have been weighted, and the weight is evenly distributed. It has a heavy pressing feel when you first put it on. When compared with the original version, it is difficult to tell the difference with the naked eye.
The case material is made of steel + tungsten steel mixed alloy, which is a very smart solution. Pure tungsten steel is easy to peel off, but the mixed material not only ensures the weighting effect, but also improves durability. According to purewatches’ actual measurement, after being worn daily for several weeks, the golden surface still maintains its original luster, with no signs of oxidation and blackening. This is much more reliable than many small manufacturers.
2. Zirconium diamond scale + platinum dog tooth ring: the details are grasped
The soul of black rock candy is the 10 square diamond engraved + shiny dog tooth rings.
Let me first talk about a question that many people are concerned about: Is this diamond moissanite or zircon? To be honest, purewatches tells the truth, more than 95% of Guangzhou replica watches use zirconium diamonds, and moissanite will only be used unless there are special requirements. The cost of zirconium diamonds is slightly lower, but it is completely sufficient for daily social distance. It can still reflect fine light under the sun, making it elegant and not exaggerated.
The scales are finely polished, the edges are rounded and burr-free, and the inlay is firm and not loose. The hands on the disk are also finely polished, moving smoothly without shaking, and the details are well controlled.
The dog tooth ring adopts platinum electroplating process, which is full of luster but not dazzling. As soon as the light turns, the fine metallic luster is layered. It is not the cheap “shiny” kind, but a warm and high-end feeling. The triangular pits of each grid are cut to the same depth, and there are no burrs on the edges. It is not easy to leak the underlying steel due to slight bumps in daily life.
3. Dual calendar function + flat head A lettering: the function is restored to its original position
This watch is a day-date (DD). The biggest difference from an ordinary diary is the addition of a week display.
There is a day of the week window at 12 o’clock and a calendar window at 3 o’clock on the disk. The layout of the dual calendar is clear, and the font size is consistent and centered. The day of the week supports switching between multiple languages, the calendar jump function is accurate, and the jump at midnight is crisp and clear, without the embarrassment of stuck calendars or half-jumps.
The details of the buckle are also worthy of praise: the internal engraving uses the “flat A” font, which is the iconic detail of the VS factory. It is difficult for small factories to achieve this accuracy. The dog head logo and AU750 logo are clearly visible, the fonts are evenly shaded, and the edges are polished smooth.
4. Movement core: Dandong 3255, stability and peace of mind are king.
The movement is the core competitiveness of VS Factory Black Rock Sugar V2.
The equipped Dandong 3255 integrated movement completely replicates the original 3255 structure, with high automatic winding efficiency and strong shock resistance. There is a key detail: there is a small polished cylinder next to the engraving of the 3255 movement. Through the winding clutch wheel, the handle can jump up and down when operating. This is an important symbol to distinguish Dandong and Shanghai movements.
There are three core advantages:
- power reserve: About 72 hours, if you take it off on Friday and wear it again on Monday, it will still run normally, no need to adjust the time frequently;
- Stability: 27 ball bearing design, high winding efficiency, and the travel time error is controlled at the excellent level of replica watches;
- Functional synchronization: There is no gap in time adjustment, the day and calendar can be adjusted quickly and accurately, and the function linkage is reliable.
The movement code starts with “1S”, which is the real Dandong movement. Remember to confirm this when buying.
5. Watch strap and wearing: comfort is key
The strap is also made of steel + tungsten steel mixed material, with balanced weight, so there will be no embarrassment of one side falling when worn.
The chain links are finely polished, and the corners are rounded and chamfered to fit the wrist without irritating the skin. The buckle opens and closes smoothly, the buckle is tight, and it supports fine-tuning function. It can be easily adapted to your wrist when it becomes thicker in summer or when you wear thick clothes in winter.
The entire watch diameter of 41mm is a standard size, and it fits the wrist perfectly without the burden of “hanging on a boulder”. Wear it in business situations to show your aura, wear it in daily commuting without being out of place, and it is very flexible to adapt to the scene.
6. Real advantages and disadvantages, don’t brag or discredit them
Advantages:
- The whole watch has a weight of 183 grams, feels solid in the hand, and has a good wearing experience.
- Mixed material of steel and tungsten, durable and not easy to peel off, stable quality
- Zirconium diamond scale + platinum dog tooth ring, the details are restored in place
- Dandong 3255 movement, 72 hours of power, stable and accurate
- Dual calendar function + flat A lettering, high degree of functional restoration
- The quality control of VS factory is stable, and the overall restoration level ranks first in the replica circle.
Disadvantages:
- The scintillation of zirconium diamonds is slightly inferior to that of moissanite, so the party needs to lower its expectations
- The price may be slightly higher than other factories
- Replica watches are replicas after all, and you need to accept them psychologically
- There may be slight polishing differences in individual batches, it is recommended to confirm before buying.
7. Buying Suggestions: Who is suitable to buy?
If you like the low-key luxury style of Black Rock Candy, but feel that the premium of the original version is too high, then this V2 weighted version from VS Factory is indeed worth considering. It is not the kind of low-end product that is fake at first glance. It will not show any shyness in daily wear or business occasions.
In particular, the combination of Dandong 3255 movement + 183g counterweight + platinum dog tooth ring is currently the top configuration in the replica dual calendar calendar. Although there is still a slight gap from the original version, considering the appearance, movement, and wearing experience, it does deserve the title of “cost-effective replacement”.
Purewatches’ advice is: find reliable channels to purchase the product. When you get it, first check whether the movement code starts with 1S, the uniformity of the dog tooth ring plating, and the dual calendar instant jump function. If there is no problem with these three points, you can basically wear it with confidence.
Warm reminder: This article is only for communication and reference for watch enthusiasts, and supports genuine products and rational consumption. Buy a watch because you like it, don’t let “face” kidnap your wallet. Having fun wearing a watch is the most important thing.