Speaking of the “niche treasure” of the Rolex Datejust, the color of green radish is absolutely unavoidable. The gold size is 36mm, with green Roman numerals and a five-bead chain strap. It has a retro feel and a fresh feel. It can be held in commuting, dating, and business situations. No wonder it has become the “favorite” of many fine watch lovers.
However, the public price is RMB 60,000 to 70,000, which puts many cousins who like diaries in a difficult position. Fortunately, the replica market gives us a “replacement” option. The V2 version of the Green Diary 36mm launched by VS Factory this time, today purewatches will put aside the fictitious parameter stacking and talk about the real performance of this watch.
1. 121g counterweight + weighted dog ring: small upgrade makes a big difference
Let’s talk about the most intuitive change first: the V2 version is 2 grams heavier than the V1 version, and the entire watch weighs about 121 grams.
Don’t underestimate these 2 grams. The weighted processing of the dog tooth ring makes the texture more solid and the hand feel is closer to the original version. Although the difference is subtle, the “weight” when worn on the hand can really feel the sincerity of the upgrade.
The watch case is made of 904L fine steel, which is corrosion-resistant and wear-resistant, and will not easily turn black and oxidize after long-term wear. The 36mm watch diameter is a gold size, and it fits the wrist perfectly. It is suitable for boys or girls with thin wrists, and there will be no burden of “hanging on a boulder”.
2. Disk details: ink texture + green radish color, easy to identify at a glance
The soul of pothos is the unique green Roman numerals.
The name “Pothos” is actually very particular: it is a diary type of green Roman numerals, referred to as Pothos. This color scheme is low-key and has a retro flavor. It is different from the classic black plate and blue plate. It is not easy to bump the watch when worn.
The ink texture on the disk is the strength of VS Factory. The font printing is clear and sharp, shiny and bright, and there is no ink spillage or blurred edges. The small fonts in the middle are equally fine, and you can’t fault them even if you look at them from a close distance.
The calendar window is the signature of VS Factory. The font is centered and full, the edges are sharply cut, and the instant jump function is accurate. The jump at midnight is crisp and clear, without the embarrassment of stuck calendar or half-jump. Many factories can’t do this, but VS Factory didn’t fool around.
3. Pointer luminous: three fillings, details are not confused
As for the hands, VS Factory did a solid job this time.
The classic three-pin layout, the hands are polished smooth and rounded, and the edges are burr-free. Luminous filling is only in three places: hour hand, minute hand, and 9 o’clock time scale. This design logic is completely consistent with the original version.
The luminous effect at night is uniform and full, making it clear and non-glaring when reading. Many small factories will fill the whole house with luminous light, which seems to be a good idea, but in fact it is wrong. VS Factory’s control over this detail is indeed something.
4. Movement core: Dandong 3235+27 balls, stability and peace of mind are king.
The movement is the core competitiveness of the VS Factory Luoluo Log V2.
The Dandong 3235 integrated movement is equipped with a fully equipped version with 27 ball bearings. This upgrade is crucial: the winding efficiency is higher, the automatic rotor rotates more smoothly, and the noise control is better.
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;
- calendar jump: Supports forward and reverse adjustment. When adjusting the calendar alone, it rotates smoothly and can be quickly adjusted in a few turns. The operation feels very healing;
- Strong stability: The repair rate is low, the travel time error is controlled at the excellent level of replica watches, and it is worry-free for daily wear.
A little reminder: Dandong 3235 movement has a unique clutch wheel structure, which can jump up and down when operating the crown. This is a key detail to distinguish genuine and fake Dandong movements.
5. Upgraded clasp: smooth opening and closing, code matching
As for the buckle, VS Factory has also recently made a small upgrade.
The opening and closing feel is smoother, the damping is moderate, and there is no stuck or loose feeling. The coding uses a combination of PM code + F6U, which is consistent with the previous supplier of Factory C. The fonts are clear, the edges are polished smooth, and the details are well controlled.
The five-bead chain strap is also made of 904L fine steel, with finely polished links and uniform brushed texture. When worn, it fits the wrist, the gap is very small, no hair is caught, and the comfort is very good.
6. Market reminder: Be wary of fake vs. pay attention to the real details.
Recently, some fake VS factory versions have appeared on the market. Purewatches reminds everyone to pay attention to identification before buying:
- Look at the movement: The real Dandong 3235 has a 27-ball + clutch wheel beating structure, and fake movements often cut corners;
- Look at the market: The real VS ink texture is delicate, the font is clear and shiny, the fake version is easy to blur the edges and overflow the ink;
- Look at the watch buckle: The genuine VS has clear coding and smooth opening and closing, while the fake version has blurred fonts and a jerky feel.
If you are not sure, you can find reliable channels to compare the details to avoid spending wasted money on “Li Gui”.
7. Real advantages and disadvantages, don’t brag or discredit them
Advantages:
- 121g counterweight + weighted dog teeth ring, solid hand feel
- The pothos color is unique and the green Roman numerals are highly recognizable.
- Dandong 3235 movement + 27 balls, 72 hours of stable and durable power
- Calendar instant jump + forward and reverse function, smooth operation
- The buckle has been upgraded to open and close smoothly, and the coding details are in place.
- VS factory has stable quality control, and the 36mm size is suitable for small wrists
Disadvantages:
- The price may be slightly higher than other factories
- The 36mm size is too small. Those who like larger watch diameters may find it not domineering enough.
- Replica watches are replicas after all, and you need to accept them psychologically
- There are counterfeit versions on the market, so you need to identify them carefully before purchasing.
8. Buying Suggestions: Who is suitable to buy?
If your wrist is thin, or you like niche retro colors like green radish, then this V2 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 look shy for daily wear or gatherings with friends.
In particular, the combination of Dandong 3235 movement + 121g counterweight + green radish color combination is currently a high-quality choice among replica small diameter watches. Although there is still a slight difference from the original version, considering the appearance, movement and wearing experience, it does deserve the title of “exclusive replacement for small wrists”.
Purewatches’ suggestion is: find a reliable channel to get the product, and first check the number of balls in the movement, the calendar jump function and the ink texture on the disk. 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.