VS Factory Rolex Datejust 41 mm Gray Dial Dandong 3235 Movement Workmanship Review

The Rolex Datejust model is produced by VS Factory with a solid stainless steel case, 41 mm diameter and Dandong 3235 Clone 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.

In fact, it has now been upgraded to the V2 version and let me briefly talk about the main innovations of the V2 version. First, a doped material was added to the bezel and the material ratio of the white gold plating was increased; We don't know exactly how much the price dropped. Secondly, a weight balance effect has been added to this platinum material. The previous V1 version weighed roughly 128-129 grams. Now the V2 version should be around 133-134 grams. In general, you can base it around 134 grams. With the increase in weight, this weight is now very close to the original.

Case and Body Workmanship

As for the product itself, whether it is the V1 or V2 version, this bezel does not experience any oxidation, discoloration, fading, or graying. Rest assured about this; Because whether it was C in the past or VS today, it's been about a few years and there hasn't been a single complaint about this watch. There are no problems other than scratches from normal use. In fact, whether a Datejust is well-made or not can be determined by how bright its bezel shines. The bezel of the VS is very bright and shiny from top to bottom, it is really good; Moreover, the meaning of this color option with gray stone is abundance and profit.

Another point is its size and thickness. According to official data, the Datejust is 41 mm, but its actual size is about 39-odd mm, close to 40; The dial diameter is around 39.5 mm, which is the same as the original. Then let's look at the thickness; The thickness of this Datejust from VS is exactly the same. Around 11.5mm, size and thickness overlap. Now let's look at some fine workmanship details in general; You can feel that the color setting of this gray dial is exactly the same. Although we cannot say that it is exactly the same, it is very close.

Dial and Hand Details

Another point is the texture of this radial pattern; Personally, I think the dial surface has been upgraded. This radial pattern is an extremely fine texture, with a very well-done brushed texture. Also, the shine of the stones and the processing of their corners are really good. So are the hour and minute hands; they all have this three-dimensional type solid center hub design. The 2.5x date magnifier at three o'clock is also quite good.

Movement and Caliber Performance

As for the movement, the workmanship of this Dandong 3235 movement is also extremely good. This mechanism has been on the market for two or three years and the stability feedback has always been very good; The power reserve is around 72 hours, I won't go into too much detail here. The entire case set is made of 904 steel, and the rounding and machining of the edge corners has also been done very well. The strap has a five-pointed bracelet design; Be sure to choose the five-link bracelet. I think the soul of the Datejust is exactly in this five-link bracelet; This is the spirit that does not make you choose the plain lug bracelet along with the serrated bezel. The texture of the buckle is embossed, the middle is polished and the two sides are brushed; Additionally, the corners of the buckle have been chamfered and processed. Open it up and look inside, you'll see the dragon-phoenix emblem and all the A's in the flat-topped A design, which is fine. The ORV code of this buckle is also the same as the old one.

Finally, let me talk about how to distinguish the version. If you want to learn to distinguish whether the watch you have is a VS or not, my personal advice is to remove the case back and look at the movement; Check if it is really Dandong's 3235. Does that clutch wheel move, is it a small bore design, or is it flush with the bridge? Or you can weigh it and see if it meets the standard.

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