As a loyal player of Little Mark, what I bought this time is the latest V3 version from M+ factoryMercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Special Edition Mark 20To be honest, the first time I saw it, I was struck by the “Petronas Green” – not a tacky fluorescent green, but a deep oily green with a bit of blue, which is low-key and full of racing genes, which is particularly suitable.
I actually paid attention to the old version before, but I never took it because the frosted handle was too weird and fake at first glance. The biggest surprise of V3 this time is thatThe head is fully upgraded to a glossy finish, almost the same as the original version, and the details are finally right! The entire watch is made of titanium metal, including the case and buckle. It weighs only 76.7 grams. It is as light as nothing when worn on the hand. It is not sticky even if you sweat in summer, and it is very comfortable.
The surface is the part that I am most satisfied with. The ink printing of M+ factory has always been regarded as a god in the replica circle – the scale is three-dimensional, the edges are clean and neat, and there is no trace of burrs. The disk surface has a slightly fine frosted grain texture, and is paired with a sapphire mirror, which is so transparent that you can see the bottom at a glance. The luminous filling at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock is full and even, making it clear to see the time at night. The calendar window is in the center, and the fonts also use the offset printing process, so even the details can’t be faulted.
The watch comes with two straps: an original blue-green fluororubber strap, which is soft and skin-friendly, and the quick-release design is very convenient for strap changes; the other is a spare strap and comes with a small leather case, which is full of sincerity. The color of the strap perfectly echoes the dial scale, and the overall vision is very unified.
In terms of movement, it is equipped withCitizen 9015 with noise reduction treatment, there is almost no “click” sound in daily wear, and it is much quieter than some non-noise reduction 9015 I wore before. But to be frank, it usesslow jumping calendar, unlike the genuine 32111 movement, which jumps instantly, it will slowly transition around midnight. There are indeed flaws in this point, but in order to retain the original adjustment direction (the time and calendar gears are logically consistent), the M+ factory made a reasonable choice – after all, if the 2892 movement is replaced, the operation logic will be reversed, which will make things even more complicated.
The F1 team emblem on the bottom cover is clearly and sharply engraved with no burrs, and the brushed titanium texture is integrated with the case. The overall production level is definitely the best among the current Little Mark replicas.
Although the power reserve of the movement is only over 30 hours (the original version is 120 hours), as a daily “toy watch”, it has a sophisticated appearance, comfortable wearing, and high brand recognition, which has far exceeded expectations. If you are an F1 fan, or want to buy a pilot watch with good looks, lightweight and attitude, this V3 Petronas Green Mark 20 is really worth buying with your eyes closed.