VS Factory Panerai PAM1661 carbon fiber watch review

Panerai Wristwatch PAM1661 model is produced by VS Factory with carbon fiber and Carbotech case, 44 mm diameter and Super Clone P.9010 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.

It measures 44mm, the same as the original watch. In terms of general workmanship, VS Factory production PAM01661 is quite successful. The lightweight carbon fiber case combines the classic sandwich dial with blue super lume coating; It is completed with Panerai's waterproof black strap and blue stitching.

Dial and Hand Details

For the first time, nano carbon tube coating is used on the dial, same as the original. This specially developed coating absorbs light and minimizes reflection, making reading the time much clearer. Since nano carbon tube coating is used on the dial, it cannot be printed or embossed; Therefore, all images and figures are formed directly on the crystal glass surface with a double anti-reflective treatment.

On a completely black background, the black matte dial has a fine and textured workmanship; When viewed with a magnifying glass, a slightly grained texture is noticeable, a rather fine appearance. A sandwich layer design is used in the dial structure. The markings at the 6, 9 and 12 positions are indicated with Arabic numerals, while the others are indicated with bar-shaped hour markers. The hour markers and hour-minute hands system match the blue lume fill, creating a blue atmosphere.

Case and Body Workmanship

The side patterns clearly extend across the entire case. The winding crown on the right side is also made of carbon fiber material and carries Panerai's classic protection bridge design. The overall workmanship of the bridge is fine; Its smooth, non-stingy texture is also particularly noticeable. As for the REG engraving on the bridge, it feels very well done and textured. The carbon fiber texture effect of the bridge is successful; The width of the bridge is completely in line with the original, a very appropriate arrangement.

The case back is also made of carbon fiber material and has a 12-sided closure design; Completely consistent with the original. The engraving on the edge of the case back is also quite clear; The serial number on it also matches the tag number. Inside is VS's own developed P9010 movement. Let me explain the mechanism part to you in a little more detail: actually, this is not a real one-piece P9010 movement; The movement model name has been changed and printed on the P9000 movement. While the balance wheel is in the 11th position in the real P9010 mechanism, the balance wheel is in the 7th position in the P9000 mechanism. Since it has a closed case back design, there is no need to worry about the appearance of the movement; Moreover, it shows the time precisely and its stability is extremely high.

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

The strap is made of patented Sportech material and is more durable than ordinary Nato straps. The inner side of the strap is lined with calfskin and offers the user an excellent touch and feel.