GF Factory Jaeger-LeCoultre Moon Phase: Which Version of the Moon Phase Dial is the Best Quality Currently

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Wristwatch model is produced by the leading Super Clone manufacturer workshops with an 18K thick gold-plated case, 39 mm diameter and a high-precision automatic Super Clone mechanism 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.

Prior to this, Jaeger-LeCoultre produced moon phase mainly ZF and VF. Of these, the VF was the earliest to be released, but it was also the worst made; It couldn't provide even the most basic moon phase function consistently. Thus, only ZF remained. Although the ZF realized all the functions of the moon phase, its craftsmanship still needed improvement; For example, the moon in the lunar phase was not three-dimensional enough, the color of the rotor and the processing of the mechanism were not fine enough. This time, GF's Jaeger-LeCoultre moon phase is one step ahead of every version in terms of both quality and detail. Is it really so? Let's examine it together.

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Glass and Sapphire Crystal

First of all, let's look at the glass that is made of sapphire crystal glass and has anti-reflective treatment. Its transparency has reached the same level as the original; No matter what angle and environment you look at, when you examine the glass of this watch, it feels like there is no glass at all, and all the details of the dial surface are revealed to your eyes. There is a real breakthrough in glass: when you examine the watch from the side, you notice a slight curve on the dial surface. GF spent a lot of time and effort adjusting the patterns over and over to achieve the same effect; Thus, he ensured that the spirit and feeling could rival the original.

Case and Body Workmanship

Case diameter 39 mm, thickness 9.9 mm; same as original. On the dial side, Jaeger-LeCoultre's usual brushed radial pattern dial is used. GF's brushing action is extremely fine; It feels better and more visually textured than the ZF. The Jaeger-LeCoultre logo at the top of the dial is also full, clear, clean and printed in its place. The workmanship of the three sword-shaped needles that show the time and the blue steel seconds needle is the same as the original. When you examine it carefully, you see that half of the hour and minute hands are sandblasted and the other half are polished; This adds a different texture to the needles. Creating such an impact on such a small needle is something other small factories cannot achieve.

The calendar at 6 o'clock and the moon phase are combined into one; The moon phase rotates one turn every month and its function is the same as the original. In terms of details, GF has done a better job than ZF in every respect. Take the moon above: The GF's moon phase dial has an extremely strong, three-dimensional texture; Better than ZF. On the fifteenth of every month, that is, on the full moon, the moon comes to the exact center of the dial; It looks completely simple and elegant, and its meaning is particularly beautiful.

The outer case is made of stainless steel material; Its lines are full and fluid after meticulous polishing and processing. Simple and eye-pleasing, the silver-white round dial is elegant and stylish; It reflects the mature and skillful side of the man. The seemingly simple three-dimensional recessed hour markers are not actually so; Three identical planes need to be machined for each recessed mark. This is not only beautiful and elegant, but also makes the display clear. The thin case of the ultra-thin moon phase watch gives the watch a unique wearing comfort and a thin, restrained and elegant atmosphere.

Now let's look at the embossed logo of the crown on the side; clear and smooth. In addition, the entire case is polished, the ear arch is natural, and the joints on both sides are extremely tight. This reveals the improvement in GF's overall workmanship.

Movement and Caliber Performance

This time, GF has improved many details on the mechanism side. First of all, the color of the rotor: GF has adjusted the color according to the original (GEN) product; It is no longer rose gold like ZF, but has a golden yellow tone. The mainspring box is completely opened and engraved (the engraved mainspring box is also a very characteristic feature of the Jaeger-LeCoultre movement). Additionally, the engraving is done in the same manner as the original (GEN) product, with vertical Geneva lines (still oblique in ZF). The 3 screws that fix the rotor were chosen with round caps (still flat in ZF). Although this FUKE brand Cal.925 movement still differs in terms of the shock absorber location, the improvements in these details still contribute greatly to the closeness to the original.

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

The strap is printed with a crocodile pattern on Italian calfskin as standard from the factory; The texture is not bad. Friends who have the means can upgrade to crocodile skin. Jaeger-LeCoultre's latest large logo folding buckle is used as the folding buckle; All are produced in separate pieces, the three-dimensional feeling is very good. Opening and closing the buckle without hesitation, does not delay the hand; The engraving in the middle section is deep and strong.

Summary: The ancients say that separation and reunion happen to people, and the moon also has a full moon and a crescent. Let a moon phase watch remind you that the full moon night has come again and that it is time to meet again. A different feeling and class suddenly awakens within the person. GF has truly taken this watch to the highest level; It is both close to the original and has an extremely beautiful appearance. It can be easily combined with any style, casual or formal.

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