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At this year’s “Watches and Miracles” Geneva show, the gradient green Datejust launched by Rolex directly exploded. The gradient from mint green to emerald, paired with the classic dog tooth ring, can be fetched over 200,000 yuan on the secondary market. But the price of genuine products… ahem, we ordinary people can’t afford it.
The response from Zhanxi was quick, with the ER factory and the VS factory opening molds one after another. Let’s not talk about anything else today, just talk aboutVS factory’s V2 version gradient green log. Although it is not the first company to open a mold, purewatches have been worn for a while, and to be honest: the workmanship is indeed something.
1. Material and craftsmanship: 904L fine steel + dual craftsmanship. Is this texture the same?
My first impression when I got the actual product: This luster and weight are a bit interesting.
904L stainless steel base: VS Factory did not shrink this time. The whole body is made of 904L fine steel, not the cheap 316 steel. The corrosion resistance and glossiness of 904 steel are closer to genuine Oyster steel, and it is not easy to blacken or fade after long-term wear. This is very important. Many small factories use ordinary steel to save costs, but it will turn black after half a year of wearing, which is embarrassing.
Brushing + polishing dual process: The sides of the lugs are finely brushed, the bezel and outer edge are highly polished, and the edges and corners are rounded and chamfered. It doesn’t scratch your hands when applied, and it shows a sense of light and dark layers under light and shadow. Only by wearing it can you know how important this detail is.
2. Size and weight: 133 grams of counterweight, is this “pressure feel” correct?
Two sizes available:
- 41mm men’s model: atmospheric and calm, suitable for wrists above 16.5cm
- 36mm unisex model: exquisite and elegant, more coordinated for thin wrists or girls.
Weight upgrade: The core upgrade point of the V2 version is the counterweight. Approximate weight of the entire watch for the 41mm model133 grams, the difference between the 36mm model and the original version is less than 2 grams. What is the concept of weight? It has just the right “squeezing feel” in the hand. It doesn’t feel light and cheap, nor does it weigh too much on the wrist. Wear it for a long time and feel comfortable.
3. Analysis of dog tooth ring: electroplated platinum + three-dimensional pit pattern, this brightness is amazing
Half of the soul of the journal type is on the disk, and the other half is on the triangular pit pattern dog tooth ring.
Three-layer PVD vacuum plating: The VS factory V2 version uses three layers of PVD vacuum thickening plating to perfectly restore the luster of the 18K white gold ring. The brightness is uniform, the texture is high-end, it is not dazzling under strong light, and has a warm luster under dark light.
Pit pattern upgrade: Compared with the V1 version, the pit pattern of the V2 version is wider and has a stronger three-dimensional effect. Each tooth is evenly spaced, the edges are sharp and not rough, and the cutting angle is precise. Many small factories simply cannot do this detail. Moreover, it is not easy to oxidize and fade when worn later, which solves the common problem of blackening and miscellaneous spots on the coating of ordinary imitation products.
4. Mirror details: Highly transparent sapphire + hidden crown, this process can
Sapphire mirror: Made of highly permeable sapphire crystal glass, it has extremely high hardness and is not easily scratched for daily wear. It has strong light transmittance and can clearly show the gradient green layering of the dial.
Anti-glare coating: The mirror surface has been treated with anti-glare coating, which makes reading clear under strong light without glare. This detail is very practical and feels particularly obvious when worn outdoors.
The small crown is hidden at 6 o’clock: This detail must be mentioned! If you look sideways under strong light, you can see the Rolex hidden small crown mark at 6 o’clock. The engraving is slender and clear, which is an important detail to identify the version. The VS factory restored it very well.
Inner shadow circle engraving: ROLEX, DATEJUST and other fonts are laser-engraved, with regular fonts, consistent depth and sharp edges. The position and spacing of the inner shadow inscriptions are completely aligned with the original version, and there are no blurs or hyphenations when you zoom in and take a closer look.
5. The soul of the disk: Gradient green color, this layering is amazing
Speaking of the gradient green disk, this is the soul of the entire watch.
Color grading process: Genuine Rolex products use concentric circle spraying technology, with the light green in the center gradually changing to dark dark green outwards. VS factory V2 version passedDozens of color corrections, and finally create a gradient green that is highly consistent with the original version.
Color rendering:
- Center: light mint green, fresh and elegant
- Edge: dark emerald, calm and profound
- Transition: natural and smooth, no abrupt breaks
Under different lights:
- Indoor light: soft and elegant, with strong layering
- Under sunlight: transparent and shiny, full of color
This coloring can really only be felt by actually using it. It is difficult for photos to fully restore the delicate transition of light and shadow.
Fonts and time scales:
- The time scales and scales are coated with luminous filling, and the fonts are clear and three-dimensional without burrs.
- The font of the calendar window at 3 o’clock has been corrected in place, with black characters on a white background and a small window convex lens.
- The magnification effect is natural, and the calendar numbers are centered and not skewed
Pointer upgrade: V2 version upgradeConical thin bottom bracket, with a slight hollow in the middle, exactly the same as the 2026 new original pointer center axis. The hands are finely polished and burr-free, and the luminous light is evenly filled. It emits ice sapphire blue fluorescence in the dark, making it clear to read.
6. Crown operation: Screw-in design, does this feel right?
Crown details: The embedded timepiece crown is centered and aligned, and the Rolex crown logo on the crown is deeply engraved with clear edges and no blur or deformation.
Operation feel:
- Screw-in design, rotate downward to unlock, rotate upward to wind
- Pull out the first gear to adjust the calendar and the second gear to adjust the time.
- Moderate damping, clear gears, no lag or looseness
Only when you play the genuine product can you know how important this operating feel is. The VS factory adjusted it very well this time, and it doesn’t have that jerky “cheap feeling”.
Waterproof performance: Comparing the waterproof performance of the original version, it is worry-free for daily wear. It’s perfectly fine to wash your hands and get exposed to rain, but it’s not recommended for deep diving.
7. Movement analysis: Dandong 3235 all-in-one machine, is the 72-hour power reserve really stable?
Speaking of movement, this is the core competitiveness of replica watches.
VS factory V2 version is equipped withDandong 3235 integrated movement, and it is an exclusive adjustment version of the VS factory, not a fake plywood movement cobbled together by a small factory.
Core performance:
- Power reserve:72 hours(3 days), consistent with the original version
- Take it off on Friday and wear it on Monday to still keep time, solving the problem of frequent winding of mechanical watches.
- Travel time accuracy: Daily wearing error is controlled within ±10 seconds/day
Movement details:
- The movement plywood is clearly engraved
- 27 ball bearing ball, runs smoothly without any lag or noise.
- You can tell the authenticity of the version by opening the cover. This detail is very important.
Dense bottom design: The bottom cover is finely brushed and has clear engravings, consistent with the original version. It protects the movement while maintaining the overall simple texture. Although the movement cannot be seen, the stability is there, making daily wear much more worry-free.
8. Watch strap buckle: five-bead chain + flat head A, this workmanship can be
Five-bead chain craftsmanship: Logbook’s classic five-bead chain (commemorative type) design, made of 904L stainless steel. The links are closely connected, with high-gloss polishing in the middle and fine brushing on both sides, giving it a high-end texture. Fits the curve of the wrist, comfortable to wear, and leaves no marks when worn for a long time.
Buckle details:
- Folding Oyster buckle, smooth opening and closing, moderate damping
- The engraving on the inside adopts physical deep carving process
- The letter “A” is exclusive to the original versionFlat head design, many small factories will make mistakes in this detail.
- The engraving is deep, the edges are sharp, and the coding (such as K6G, ORV) is clear, one machine, one code, no duplication
- Closes firmly and not easy to loosen
9. Real experience of purewatches: the truth about advantages and disadvantages
After wearing it for a while, I spoke my mind.
✅ Advantages:
- 904L fine steel + 133g counterweight, the texture is close to the genuine product.
- The gradient green dial is accurate in color adjustment and has been calibrated dozens of times.
- Three-layer PVD electroplated dog tooth ring, brightness three-dimensional double online
- Dandong 3235 movement has a 72-hour power reserve, and its stability has been proven by the market.
- Five-bead chain + flat A buckle, details and workmanship are at the level of a major manufacturer
⚠️ Objective reminder:
- The gradient green disk has slight changes in hue under different lights. If you mind, please look at the picture first before purchasing.
- Although the waterproof technology is in place, it is still recommended to avoid wearing it for deep diving.
- Look for reliable channels and avoid buying low-end products pretending to be from VS factory
Summary: Is this gradient green log worth buying?
After actual testing, my conclusion is clear:
The 2026 Gradient Green Logbook V2 version of VS Factory has achieved the top level in the replica industry from material, color matching, movement to details.
Compared with the molded versions of other factories in the market (such as the ER factory), the V2 version of the VS factory is superior in color reproduction, craftsmanship, movement stability, and detail control.