Real vs. replica: How is the craftsmanship of the APS Factory Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500's upgraded 4302 integrated movement?

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 model is produced by APS Factory with a solid 316L stainless steel case, 41 mm diameter and an integrated Clone Caliber 4302 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 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 V2 edition — released:
With the 4302 integrated movement — the pinnacle of steel watches — it demonstrates its strength and preserves the kingdom of “steel”!
[5 masterful details]
1. The original was dismantled and the mold was removed, its size is 41x10.4 mm, exactly the same as the original!
2. Every detail of the original case was perfectly reflected, fully revealing the "sharp-edged, determined and brave" masculine character of the original.
3. The workmanship of the steel bracelet is flawless; It is one step superior to any steel bracelet watch on the market. The tightness level of the "buffer zone" connecting the steel bracelet head and the watch body is exactly the same as the original.
4. Audemars Piguet Cal.4302 integrated movement! More stable, superior, more real with a power reserve of up to 72 hours.
5. The "biscuit texture" of the dial is dimensional, full and vibrant! It is never confused with the lackluster workmanship of ordinary small factories. Experience mastery, feel the difference! APS production is definitely quality!

Would the upgraded 4302 integrated movement of the APS Factory Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 be obvious at a glance compared to the original?

Original on the left, APS replica on the right.

On the left is the original AP 15500 clock,
on the right is the APS replica version; At first glance the two look exactly the same.

APS Factory uses imported sapphire glass; The mirror effect is perfectly compatible with the original. There is also a colorless coating on the inner surface of the mirror; This increases the readability of the watch. Again, there is a 41 mm case diameter design, hexagonal screws on the octagonal bezel and white gold stick hour markers with a "TAPISSERIE"
patterned texture that fills the dial smoothly horizontally and vertically. The “biscuit texture” of both dials is dimensional and plump; In terms of details, the original is largely mirrored. Also, the pattern direction is the same as the original.

Again, there is a 41 mm case diameter design, hexagonal screws on the octagonal bezel, and white gold stick hour markers with a "TAPISSERIE" pattern, which fills the dial smoothly horizontally and vertically. The “biscuit texture” of both dials is dimensional and plump; In terms of details, the original is largely mirrored. Also, the pattern direction is the same as the original.

1. Stick hour markers

Irregular stick hour markers created by machining metal are filled with lume powder; This makes it easier to read the clock at night. Additionally, the hour markers are quite dimensional and plump.

2. Hour and minute hands

The classic three-needle design is used. The hour and minute hands are also made of high-shine polished steel; It completely rivals Swiss craftsmanship. Plain but not simple; classic, ostentatious and elegant. The care taken by APS Factory is evident here.

The interior of the logo is treated with matte finish; The workmanship is very meticulous and careful.

The logo of the buckle is processed with CNC three-dimensional engraving and sandblasting technique; exactly the same as the original.

The 1220 code on the strap is the same as the original.

Is the quality of the 4302 integrated movement of the APS Factory Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 V2 edition good?

The APS 15500 watch has an open case-back mechanism design on the back. The outer frame of the case back bears the same octagonal design as the front outer frame and is fixed with eight screws. Royal Oak's English script is engraved on the top and bottom; The engraving is clear, the writing is neat. The color of the golden yellow automatic rotor is very eye-catching. Every small detail in the mechanism has been carefully considered. The watch uses a 4302 integrated movement and the power reserve has been increased to 72 hours. Thus, the stability and precision of the work is guaranteed.

APS Factory uses a replica of the original 4302 movement. The balance is at 7 o'clock, unlike the 6 o'clock position of the 9015. The power reserve has been increased from 30 hours of the 9015 to over 72 hours. The text layout on the case back does not differ in the slightest; The text thickness and depth are exactly the same. The overall curvature depth of the case back also matches the original measurements. This is exactly why the thickness of the watch body can be kept at the same height as the original.

The biggest advantage of APS 15500 is that its thickness is the same as the original; only 10.4mm. The curve lines on the side profile are soft and elegant. Audemars Piguet watch is made entirely from 316L steel. Its polished and brushed design on the sides gives the watch a very masculine appeal from top to bottom. The feel it gives when worn on the wrist is no different from the original, whether in terms of weight or texture.

The soul of the watch is in the strap. All chamfering areas of the belt have been polished; It looks very shiny. Section polishing was done at the connection point of each link, while other sections were processed by brushing; This prevents light scratches well.

Summary: In this section, we briefly examined the workmanship details of the upgraded 4302 integrated mechanism of the replica watch APS Factory Audemars Piguet 15500 V2 version. The details of the watch generally reflect the aesthetics of the original to the maximum extent; The details are also very spot on. It is worth buying for those who love this model.
I hope this article helps you. We will share more detailed disassembly, real shot review and real-replica comparison in the following sections.

Below are high-resolution real shot photos of the APS Factory Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 with a black, blue and gray dial with an upgraded 4302 integrated movement.