Speaking of Rolex Datejust, veteran players all know that this series has many ways to play. Seeing too many black and blue disks will inevitably lead to aesthetic fatigue. In the past two years, mint green logs have quietly become popular – that fresh and soft green tone looks great with white T-shirts, shirts and suits. No wonder it has become the “first choice for healing” of many cousins.
However, the spot goods in the counters are in short supply all year round, and the prices in the secondary market have to be increased, which puts many watch friends who like mint green in trouble. Fortunately, the replica market gives us a “replacement” option. VS Factory has really done something in the field of log replicas in recent years, especially this mint green log V2 version, equipped with Dandong 3235 movement. Today, purewatches will put aside the fictitious parameter stacking and talk about the real performance of this watch.
1. 904 fine steel + 133 grams counterweight: V2 upgrade, the texture is not timid
Let’s talk about the hard-core configuration first: VS Factory Mint Green Log V2 uses 904L stainless steel, not the 316L commonly used in ordinary replicas.
904 steel has a higher proportion of nickel, molybdenum, and copper elements, and is more resistant to sweat stains and seawater corrosion. It is not prone to blackening and oxidation after long-term wear. This is much more reliable than many small factories.
The size of the entire watch is strictly 41mm, and the radian of the lugs and the lines of the case are almost the same as the original. The weight of the V2 version has been re-adjusted. The net weight of the entire watch is about 133 grams. The weight is evenly distributed and will not appear top-heavy when worn on the hand. There is no obvious weight-bearing feeling on the wrist after wearing it for a long time. Compared with the old version, the problem of weight imbalance has been improved very intuitively.
The case is polished using a layered polishing + brushing composite process: the bright surface area is polished delicately, without cheap scratches or orange peel lines; the brushed texture is straight and even, and it closely matches the texture of genuine Oyster steel under light and shadow. The electroplating layer has strong adhesion, and there will be no whitening or fading problems when worn normally.
2. Platinum dog tooth ring + sapphire mirror: full of recognition
The soul of the diary is the iconic dog tooth circle.
VS Factory V2 has put great effort into the ring edge technology this time. The depth and spacing of each tooth pattern are completely aligned with the original proportions, and the overall mirror-polished electroplating restores the luster of platinum. It is transparent and textured under strong light, and does not glow with cheap cold white light.
After long-term wearing testing, the coating is not easily worn by normal bumps, and there will be no partial discoloration and exposure of the steel bottom. This is something that many factories in the same price range cannot do.
The mirror surface is made of highly transparent sapphire material, which has high hardness and is difficult to leave scratches from daily scratches by keys and hard objects. Excellent light transmittance, there will be no foggy blur under indoor or outdoor natural light.
The same hidden small crown anti-counterfeiting mark as the original version is reserved at 6 o’clock, which can be clearly seen when looking straight at the side. The inner ring track engraving has uniform depth, neat fonts, no burrs and broken words, and the details are in line with genuine craftsmanship.
The 3 o’clock calendar magnifying glass has been treated with blue film coating, and the magnification is moderate. The date can be seen clearly without distortion, and the common problems of blurred edges and ghosting will not occur.
3. Mint green disk surface: precise color matching, full of healing feeling
The mint green dial is the soul of this watch and is also the most difficult part to restore.
The VS Factory V2 version has gone through multiple rounds of color grading and proofing, eliminating the grayish and yellowish color differences of the old version and restoring the soft and fresh mint tone of the original. It shows a delicate radial luster under the sun, and the green color is warm and non-dazzling in dark light environments. It looks great with white T-shirts, shirts and suits in daily life.
The disk printing process is worthy of careful consideration:
- The three-dimensional crown LOGO at 12 o’clock has a moderate raised height and clean edges with no ink spillage;
- The strip hour markers are filled with luminous coating evenly, without glue overflow or material shortage;
- The thickness and spacing of the English fonts on the dial are strictly compared to the original ones, and the printing is clear and three-dimensional without blurring.
Classic three-hand design, hour, minute and second hands have rounded edges, full luminous filling and no burrs, and the hands move smoothly without lag. The overall disk surface does not have the graininess and variegated spots that are common in cheap replicas, and no obvious workmanship flaws can be found in close-up real shots.
4. Screw-in handle + dense bottom design: no fuss about practical details
The right side of the watch is equipped with an embedded screw-in handle, which adopts a double-lock waterproof structure.
The twisting damping feels tight but not loose, the crown on the top of the head is engraved in the right depth, the texture is clear, and the finger rotation has good anti-slip effect. After being locked, the waterproof performance is stable. There is no need to take off the watch when washing hands or getting wet in the rain. It is worry-free enough for daily wear.
The sides of the case are uniformly polished, with a clear distinction between the polished surface and the vertical brushing, with a natural transition and no polished faults or burrs. Under side light, you can see the delicate hand-trimming process, which distinguishes the rough assembly line version.
The entire watch adopts the classic dense bottom design of the logbook. The width of the brushed pattern on the back cover matches the 41mm original version. The engraved fonts are neat and clear, and there will be no font deformation or different shades.
5. Movement core: Dandong 3235, stability and peace of mind are king.
The movement is the core competitiveness of the VS factory mint green Diary V2.
The exclusive Dandong 3235 integrated movement is currently the most popular model among Rolex replica movements.
There are four core advantages:
- Sufficient power reserve: The power reserve can reach 70 hours when the chain is fully loaded, and it is synchronized with the parameters of the original 3235 movement. You can take off the watch after get off work on Friday and wear it on Monday and still keep time. There is no need to manually wind it frequently;
- Structural height alignment: The movement has a built-in linkage clutch column. When the handle is pulled out, the structure is consistent with the original version. The speed adjustment device is located on the right side of the movement. The bottom has an ES exclusive steel stamp. The 27-ball ball bearing drives smoothly;
- Polishing and anti-magnetic: The movement plywood is polished with regular Geneva patterns, the gold gears and blue anti-magnetic hairspring have complete details. It is equipped with a high-performance shock-absorbing structure, so daily commuting bumps and vibrations will not easily affect the travel time accuracy;
- Calendar logic synchronization: The functions of clockwise adjustment and instantaneous jumping calendar are complete. The jumping calendar has no lag or half-jump. The operation logic is completely consistent with the original product.
The daily wearing error is stable at ±5 seconds/day, and the accuracy meets observatory-level standards. Judging from long-term wearing feedback, the Dandong 3235 movement has a very low failure rate and does not require frequent maintenance and debugging.
6. Five-bead commemorative strap + fine-tuned buckle: maximum comfort
The strap is made of Diary’s classic five-bead commemorative chain, which is segmented and polished from 904 steel.
The gaps between each link’s beads are tightly fitted, and there will be no obvious abnormal noise when shaking. The edges of the links are rounded and chamfered, so it won’t abrade the skin when worn close to the wrist. The strap is divided into segmented brushing + partial polishing, which is consistent with the watch case process. It is easy to remove the cut chain, and the link screws are neatly made and not easy to slip.
The details of the folding Oyster clasp are polished in place, and the LOGO and model code engraved on the inside have smooth lines and no rough burrs. The built-in fine-tuning extension system can adjust the wrist swelling in summer and the tightening of cuffs in winter to meet the wearing needs in different temperatures.
The buckle has moderate opening and closing damping, and will not be too loose to automatically pop open, nor is it too tight to be difficult to operate, making it comfortable to take off and put on for daily use.
7. Real advantages and disadvantages, don’t brag or discredit them
Advantages:
- 904L fine steel material, corrosion-resistant, warm texture
- The mint green dial has precise color matching, giving it a healing feel and not easily hitting the watch.
- Platinum electroplated dog tooth ring, bright and wear-resistant double online
- Dandong 3235 movement, 70 hours of power, stable and accurate
- Five-bead chain strap + micro-adjustable buckle, high wearing comfort
- The VS factory has stable quality control and the V2 counterweight upgrade details are in place.
Disadvantages:
- The movement is not visible due to the dense bottom design, which may be a pity for those who see it through.
- 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 color differences in individual batches, it is recommended to confirm before purchasing.
8. Buying Suggestions: Who is suitable to buy?
If you like the classic design of the Datejust and prefer the fresh and healing color of mint green, 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.
Especially the combination of Dandong 3235 movement + platinum dog tooth ring + mint green disk is currently considered a high-quality choice in the replica logbook. 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’ suggestion is: find a reliable channel to get the product. When you get it, first check the uniformity of the green tone on the disk, the plating texture of the dog tooth ring and the smoothness of the movement. 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.