ZF Factory IWC brand new Portugieser Chronograph IW371605 watch review - ZF's ambitious new work

IWC Portugieser IW371605 model is produced by ZF Factory with a solid stainless steel 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.

The brand new Portugieser series chronograph watch retains its iconic design: its simple and spacious dial features two built-in counters, while the outer case ring is printed with fine graduations that provide precise readings down to a quarter second. More importantly, IWC has groundbreakingly fitted the 69000 type in-house movement into this classic chronograph; Thanks to the elegant rear glass, the mechanism can be seen in its entirety.

ZF Factory IWC new Portugieser watch craftsmanship review

The dimensions of the watch are 41x13 mm and match the original; It offers a classic, simple look with its stainless steel case, silver-plated dial, blue hour and minute hands, applique hour markers, and alligator leather strap. There are two types of workmanship on the case body: polished and brushed; The polished parts are shiny, the brushed patterns are smooth and fine. All parts of the case fit very tightly, which shows the factory's attention to detail. The text printing on the dial is clear and thin, and their position is precise.

The dial design is simple, spacious and fully functional; There are two built-in counters at 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock. At the same time, Arabic numeral hour markers and thin leaf-shaped hour and minute hands are used, surrounded by a frame made of elegant gold-silver filigree work. Quarter seconds increments are printed on the outer ring of the case; This not only enables precise reading of elapsed chronograph time, but also adds a dynamic and elegant spirit to the Portugieser series classic watch.

The two sapphire crystals on the front and back are extremely clear; The sapphire mirror material is treated with a double-layer anti-reflective blue coating, it is very clear and its clarity is no less than the original. The technology used in the mirror part of this watch is specially imported from Switzerland; It is impossible for ordinary factories to produce it.

Viewed from the side, this multifunctional chronograph watch is quite slim; This is a result of the developments in replica watch technology. The side surface of the case is processed with brushing workmanship, its quality is extremely high, and its patterns are smooth and clear. The crown and two chronograph buttons on the right side have been corrected and their positions are the same as the original. The crown in the middle is used for normal time setting.

The specially modified CAL.69355 movement performs all the functions of the original. However, since this movement was converted from the 7750 movement, the balance position is different from the original; Those looking for an exact similarity can choose the old closed-back Portugieser model.

The top layer calfskin strap is treated with crocodile leather printing process; Soft and comfortable when worn. The brushing workmanship of the buckle and the 'IWC' engraving on it are almost perfect.

Summary: The hour and minute hands constantly turn, but time cannot be turned back. Life is like a one-way sea voyage; Portugieser is both a timekeeper and a travel companion, classic and elegant, suitable for any environment. ZF Factory's new Portugieser version has continued the workmanship of the old model, the overall workmanship is top-notch. Even though there is still a small deficiency in the appearance of the mechanism, life passes with all kinds of shortcomings; There is no need to seek perfection when enjoying the replica. Article source (ZF Factory IWC Portugieser replica watch V2 version detailed review compared to the original)

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