Dear cousins, you have been waiting for a long time! VS Factory quietly made a big move this time——41mm Datejust V2 versionIt’s finally here! Although the official publicity is low-key, everyone with a discerning eye knows that this upgrade directly hits the pain points of replica watch players:The ring weight issue that has been troubling for many years has finally been solved!
1. V2 version core upgrade: Platinum Dogtooth Circle God restored
Old players all know that the steel case of the original Rolex Datejust is equipped withPlatinum dog tooth ring, but in the past, replica versions were often replaced by ordinary steel due to cost constraints. This leads to an embarrassing phenomenon:The watch always feels light and airy in my hand, lacking the pressing feeling it should have.
This time, the VS Factory V2 version directly pays for the money:
✅ Ring mouth material upgrade: Using special alloy plating, the visual and weight are closer to the original platinum texture.
✅ Precise weight control: The overall weight has been increased from 128g of V1 to 132g (original version is about 130g+).The heft feels immediately different when you first start using it.
✅ Detailed polishing and optimization: The cutting angle and reflective effect of the circle serrations are sharper than V1
2. Movement War: How to identify the real Dandong 3235?
VS factory specially released this timeDandong 3235 movement identification guide, directly “break up” with other brands:
- bridge protection structure: The bridge guard of VS can be truly adjusted in height, while the QF factory is only for decoration.
- red wheel color: Real Dandong is dark vermilion (similar to oxidized copper), while fakes are mostly bright red.
- Adjustment screw: The flat surface of the genuine screw can be pressed and fine-tuned, while the imitations are mostly for fixed decoration.
- Accessory versatility: 80% of the parts of the VS movement are interchangeable with the original ones, which other manufacturers simply cannot do.
Focus on: All movements currently on the market that advertise “Dandong 3235”,Only the VS factory actually obtains official supplies from Dandong.！
3. VS Factory VS QF Factory: Who is more worth buying?
QF factory, which has emerged recently, has also launched log reproduction, but the actual test found:
❌ excessive weight gain: Achieving 146g (15g heavier than the original), the bracelet is bulky and loses its spirituality
❌ Movement flaw: The quick calendar adjustment is jerky, and the noise of the automatic rotor is obviously louder than that of the VS factory.
❌ Circle texture: Steel rings are still used for electroplating, and they shine brightly in the sun.
In contrast, VS Factory V2:
✔ The weight error is only 2g(Original 130g±)
✔ Exclusive movement stability: 72 hours power reserve + daily error ±5 seconds
✔ Accessory compatibility: V1/V2 dials and straps can be freely mixed and matched
4. Buying advice: Don’t step on these pitfalls!
- Be wary of “clearance specials”: The so-called VS factory logs below 2K are most likely to be used V1 or refurbished machines.
- Verify red wheel color: Ask the seller to take a high-definition picture of the movement (focus on the color of the automatic rotor)
- weight test: SF Express will weigh you on site and return it immediately if the deviation exceeds ±5g.
- Version selection: At present, V2 gives priority to recommending black/blue disks. There is still room for improvement in polishing white disks.
Actual feedback from cousins:
“The first feeling I feel when I use it is a heavy sense of solidity. The cold white luster of the dog tooth ring under the light is almost the same as the ones I tried on at the counter!” – Guangzhou watch friend @老白wanbiao
“Finally, there is no lag when adjusting the calendar. The Dandong movement of VS is smoother than the Swiss ETA2836 I bought three years ago.”——Beijing Watch Friend@Mechanical Madman
Conclusion:
This upgrade of the V2 version of VS factory seems to “only change a circle”, but in fact it solves the core problem of replica watches.“Similar in spirit but not similar in form”Pain point. For friends who are struggling with log re-engraving, you can now feel free to do so!