Audemars Piguet APS Factory Review

The Audemars Piguet Wristwatch model is produced by APS Factory with a solid stainless steel case, 37 mm diameter and integrated Clone Caliber 3120 movement architecture. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

APS's AP15450 was released after the 15400, 15500 and 15510; We can say that AP has expanded its product range. The mechanism still has that integrated structure; Mechanical performance and workmanship are the same as the previous models, so there is no need to copy and paste everything here, those who are curious can take a look at our previous articles. As for size, most people only look at the data and do not consider the real situation; Let me give an example. For example, even a 40 mm watch like the Rolex Yacht-Master looks small; Its round and not very thick case does not give the visual effect of the 40 mm Submariner. Moreover, when you measure the original with a caliper, it does not really reach 40 mm; Let Rolex have the final say on exact measurement and method. The same goes for PP's Nautilus 5711; A 40mm watch feels like 38-39mm on the wrist! But AP's watches look very large, because the octagonal shape makes them look larger. For example, some diving models, the 15710 and 720 series, are quite thick and heavy, despite being only 42 mm; It gives a 44 mm effect both in feel and appearance.

Case and Body Workmanship

Going back to AP's Royal Oak series: a 41 mm watch like the 15400 is a bit big for people with thin wrists; Again, due to the octagonal form and because the strap is integrated into the case, it visually looks like 43 mm. On the other hand, when such people choose 15450 (37 mm), it can fit perfectly; visually gives the effect of a 39 mm dial. This is generally my own experience; You can get reference.

Let me also tell you what the factory said: 15450st has a standard case diameter of 37 mm. Compared to the 41 mm size of the 15400, the 15450 is good news for users with thin wrists; It can also be paired with 15400 as a women's watch and have a couple model. The case is produced with 3D modeling based on original data; so the size proportions are exactly the same as the original and all parts are interchangeable with the original. The flat brushed effect on the case and strap is also striking. The most directly felt wearing experience on a watch is the strap; APS has invested heavily in the processing of the belt without sparing costs. The chamfering and ring design on the strap is more finely processed, which significantly improves wearing comfort. Integrated cal.3120 movement is used; It is perfectly interchangeable with the original movement and is perfectly visible through the transparent case back. Thanks to the experience gained with the 15400st, the 3120 movement has become more stable and durable; Thanks to meticulous quality control, the failure/return rate is extremely low.

There are three color options in total; I'm sharing the blue one for reference. Those who want to make a couple combination can buy this model and match men and women, its recognition is high enough.

APS Factory Audemars Piguet 15450, made of 316 stainless steel; The brushing workmanship is fine, the chamfering and processing are perfect. APS Factory special version 3120 movement was used as the movement. Since the original of this model also uses stainless steel, there is no big difference in weight between the replica and the original (the gold-colored model APS Factory is not released yet). According to measurement, APS Factory Audemars Piguet 15450 weighs 138.45g and its thickness is 9.8 (real shot below). It perfectly matches the parameters of the original. In general, a deviation in weight not exceeding 3 g and thickness not exceeding 0.3 mm is normal.

APS Factory 15400 is currently upgraded to V3 version; APS Factory 15450 is considered the small size version of 15400. Its size is 37 mm and its workmanship is at the same level as the workmanship details in the highest version of APS Factory 15400 V3! The watch as a whole is even closer to the detailed appeal of the original. This time the overall strength of the watch pattern is very good. Classic 316 stainless steel is used as the material; In general, polishing and brushing were applied together in surface treatment, and the details of the appearance are quite reliable. APS Factory Audemars Piguet's king position is achieved by doing its job properly!

Glass and Sapphire Crystal

Sapphire glass is used as glass and the transparency of the glass is quite high; Of course, this is now standard for sapphire glass. The inner surface of the glass is also perfectly coated; This improves the readability of the watch and also prevents the glass from being scratched in the future. This time, APS Factory shipment has three dial surface colors: white, blue and grey; You can choose the color according to your personal preference. In addition, the three-dimensional feeling on the general surface of the watch is also very strong, the text and numbers are very clear. The hour-minute hand shaft was also upgraded and turned into a solid shaft; The machining of the hour and minute hands has been strengthened and made burr-free. The detailed workmanship of the watch is very good; Clear inscriptions and well-finished hour and minute hands make the watch face extremely close to the original. The blue dial he shot here is a completely colorless sample!

The overall finish of the APS Factory 15450 is spot on, and its 9.8 thickness matches the original perfectly. The bezel of the watch has a polished texture structure, and brushing has been applied to the side surface; This gives the watch a layered appearance. Brushing workmanship further reduces the feeling of scratches in the future, and the feeling of lines on the side is also quite strong. On the right side is the crown; The 'AP' engraving on the crown is also very clear. Screw-down crown is used, water resistance capacity is increased; When using it in the future, be sure to tighten it thoroughly to avoid an annoying situation such as the watch getting water. The general structure of the watch is also the same as the original; This watch consists of three parts: the glass, the main body and the back cover are all together, and the watch is fixed with screws. The thing to be careful about here is not to remove the screws on the glass side when removing the screws; Otherwise, the screw may scratch the glass. Additionally, the parts are pressed with rubber; This increases the waterproof power of the watch. In terms of detail texture, extremely fine detail optimization has been made in this watch.

The back has the classic transparent case back design; Also, the APS Factory engravings on the back are extremely clear. The back cover is also fixed with screws; This reflects the mood of the original. The number of screws in the Audemars Piguet series is slightly higher; Watch lovers can tighten the screws a little after receiving the watch, because the factory ships the screws without tightening them too much to make it easier to open and control the cover, which prevents the screws from loosening. Of course, the APS Factory special version 3120 integrated movement is also one of the most important highlights. There is no need to mention the classicism of Audemars Piguet, the king of stainless steel; A watch that is hard to find in the watch world and is sold above the list price. The launch of this integrated mechanism also made everyone remember APS Factory!

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

The brushed effect of the strap is extremely good; Finer machined than many factories. The side of the buckle is polished; Thus, there is no feeling of scratching when wearing the watch, and the general writings are also very clear. Finally, he adds real shooting detail photos for watch friends; It is much more real and understandable compared to the identical photos circulating on the internet!

I hope this article helps you. We will share more detailed teardown reviews, real shot reviews and real-replica comparisons in the future.