IWC Ballon Bleu Replica Watch Review

The IWC Ballon Bleu model is produced by the leading Super Clone manufacturer workshops with a high-tech ceramic case, standard case diameter and 7750 automatic chronograph 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.

How is the craftsmanship of the V6 Factory IWC Aquatimer Shark Special Edition replica watch? We explain with high resolution real shot photos.

Overall: The watch has a large case diameter of 44 millimeters and a thickness of 16.9. A radial (sunburst) pattern is used on the dial. There is a chronograph minute counter at 12 o'clock, a seconds counter at 6 o'clock, and a date window design at 3 o'clock. The functions work synchronously and can be used without any problems. The dial hour markers and hour and minute hands are lume coated; So you can read the time clearly at night or under water. The mechanically rotating bezel can rotate bidirectionally, both inside and outside. By adjusting the outer steel ring, you adjust the inner ceramic ring.

Dial: The dial design gives a sense of layered depth. The top layer contains the inner ceramic ring, the dial hour markers in the middle, the chronograph and seconds counters on the bottom layer, and the date on the bottom layer. When you look from the side, you can clearly see this layered distribution. V6 Factory watchmaker has a good command of the details. The edges are engraved, which makes the entire dial look more three-dimensional.

Side view: Brushed finish has been applied to the side surface of the V6 Factory IWC Aquatimer. The exterior and chronograph pushers are made of rubber material. Adjusting the crown feels very comfortable in the hand. The crown of the V6 Factory IWC Aquatimer is made of stainless steel; The side surface has a brushed design and is machined with gear-shaped grooves, giving a harsh, mechanical atmosphere. The crown is generally designed to be quite wide, which makes it very comfortable for the hand when winding. The IWC emblem is engraved on the upper part of the crown; This symbolizes the identity of the brand.

Strap: The V6 Factory IWC Aquatimer also comes with a black rubber strap. In addition, the new IWC has a quick belt change system; You can easily change the belt without leaving home. The strap of the watch is also very comfortable.

Case back and movement: Another important feature of the IWC Aquatimer series Shark Special Edition comes from the hammerhead shark pattern engraved on the case back. The ground is matte finished, while the hammerhead shark pattern is polished; almost like a living being. In addition, the inscriptions and patterns on the case back are also very carefully crafted; neither big nor small, three-dimensional and clear. The 7750 chronograph caliber is used as the mechanism. The closed case back design and complete functions greatly increase the overall similarity of the watch. It comes with a patterned natural rubber strap, which is a must for diving watches. The one-button quick-release strap design and all the necessary details were designed and produced by V6 Factory for watch lovers. The buckle has a pin buckle design and the brushing workmanship is very nice.

Is the V6 Factory IWC Aquatimer replica watch worth buying?

It is necessary to evaluate the replica watch from two aspects: the external appearance of the watch and its mechanism. Viewed from the front, a sharkskin-colored dial is visible; The stick hour markers are evenly coated with imported lume powder. You can read the time clearly even in a dark environment. The patented inner diving ring is controlled via the bezel. 300 meters waterproof. Its appearance has quite a character. The dial workmanship is fine; Stick hour markers are placed on the gray dial with a radial pattern. The lines of the runway pattern style chronograph ring are clear and smooth. The dial is layered and distinct, very easy to read the time. A large and rigid case made of stainless steel; Brushing workmanship is fine. The ears are square and well-shaped, giving a very solid appearance. Additionally, the corner cuts are machined and brushed, making it easier to install; Sharp corners do not scratch your wrist. Closed case back design. There is a relief shoal of sharks on the case back; It looks lively. Thanks to the reinforced waterproof design on the inside, you can wear it and swim with peace of mind. The spring bars are shiny and fit perfectly with the crown, and the appearance is very good. Imported rubber strap is soft and comfortable. IWC's classic pin buckle; The workmanship is of high quality, the structure and the writings on it are the same as the original.

The thing to note about the V6 production IWC Aquatimer is that the Aquatimer has only the clear coating, not the blue coating, the same as the original. V6 Factory has taken this detail into consideration. It uses the 7750 chronograph movement and has the same double calendar (day-date) design as the original. Although this mechanism is not the original mechanism, its functions and dimensions are exactly the same as the original. It has a chronograph function. During use, the upper and lower two chronograph counters on the right side of the watch show the minute and second chronograph functions, respectively. The upper, middle and lower functions of the buttons on the right are as follows, respectively: start/stop the chronograph, time and date setting, and reset the chronograph.

Undoubtedly, this V6 Factory IWC Aquatimer replica watch is a high-end replica in the chronograph category. The outer appearance workmanship is exquisite, the processing is meticulous; The probability of returning to repair is very low. The mechanism, of course, has a higher failure rate than simple three-hand models. But there is no need to worry too much. V6 Factory has always had a good reputation. Whether it is the V6 Factory Ballon Bleu or the V6 Factory Hublot Big Bang, repair rates are very low within the entire industry. Friends who like it, don't miss this opportunity!

Our article ends here. I hope this article is useful to you. We will share more detailed disassembly, real shot review and real-replica comparison in the coming days.