Is Z+f really ZF Factory? What are the workmanship details? Which replica is better compared to JF Audemars Piguet 15400?

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15400 model is produced by ZF Factory with an 18K thick gold-plated case, standard case diameter and Miyota 9015 high frequency 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.

First of all, let me tell you about this z+f produced by ZF Factory. As you can see, it comes in such a transport packaging when leaving the factory, it is a very nice little white box. Likewise, there are black dial, blue dial and white dial options. Only the white dial will be released in the last few days. In addition to blue, white and black dials, there are also options such as rose gold on the official website.

Now, what we will really look at is the issue that everyone is most curious about: the thickness of the watch. Indeed, we can see that ZF Factory has done a finer job on the thickness of this watch. Now let's measure its thickness. Even with the protective film still on the back, the trailer says 9.8; here it measured between 9.8 and 9.7. The thickness of JF Factory is slightly higher, between 10.8 and 9.7. So it's exactly a millimeter thicker in measurement. We can notice this even when we look at it with our eyes. This thickness is reflected on the case back; The case back of the ZF Factory is noticeably thinner, while the case back of the JF Factory is slightly thicker. The difference is exactly behind this case. At this point Zf has done a better job.

Upper ZF, lower JF

Then there is also the issue of the color difference of the blue dial, many people asked about this, let me talk about it here first. The color made by the two factories is completely different. However, there is a color difference in both compared to the original. It's just that this dial surface from ZF, this blue color is a little bit better done, a little bit lighter. You can see. In addition, the biscuit texture of this dial surface looks a little deeper and more three-dimensional compared to the JF Factory.

Üstteki ZF, alttaki JF

The hour and minute hands are said to be Swiss made; even the hour and minute hands, which are claimed to be equivalent to gold. Its brightness, sense of depth and lume are really well done. As you can see, there are no burrs on this hour and minute hand. Its brightness and lume filling are also quite well done. In this respect, it is very successful; Compared to JF, it's slightly better than JF.

Üstteki ZF, alttaki JF

There is also the issue of the center shaft, the center shaft of the hour and minute hands. ZF has made this center shaft smaller and more compatible with the original. On the JF, it looks a little bigger in comparison, that is, in the hollow part in the middle. This is the center of the hour and minute hands.

Üstteki ZF, alttaki JF

Logo at position 12. As you can see, it gives a three-dimensional feel, which is very well done and very true to the original.
The English letters have a strong sense of depth, and the printing is very clear and in place.

Üstteki ZF, alttaki JF

Again, when it comes to biscuit texture, I just mentioned; The pattern of this texture is more finely processed and the feeling of depth is better. The light reflection when viewed from every angle is also very beautiful and very finely crafted.

Let's also talk about the screw head issue. As everyone knows, what caught everyone's attention in the first place was the 15703 model, which was the first to replace this screw head. Then in JF's 15703 these became mobile. This floating screw head from ZF Factory is really well made; The feeling of resistance and flexibility are really successful, and the gap is also quite wide. JF has a bit of a problem. It's not like it's not moving at all, just a little bit. At this point they wanted to do better.

Case and Body Workmanship

Then let's come to the belly part on the steel bracelet; The screw hole at this location can move. This one is made the same way as the original.

Strap, Buckle and Comfort

Let's also look at the buckle. The bottom base of the folding buckle, the engraved text on it and the sense of depth are well done. The tightness adjustment and touch are also very nice.

Movement and Caliber Performance

Let's also look at the color of the rotor, it is rose gold but not that red. ZF Factory also mentioned this in its promotional text; Some productions in the market are slightly in the red. As you can see, the color of this logo is quite accurate. The sense of depth of the little horse on it, the engraved text and the stars are also really well done. Based on these photos, I think they are almost the same; The sense of depth of the official production is also very good, and there is almost no difference in color. However, the workmanship of the bridge plate is very well done, we can see that. In fact, the mechanism of both factories does not match the original; Neither of them are considered very high. If it can reach 80 percent, it's good. There is always some difference between them and the original.

The picture below is the view of the ZF Factory movement from the rear window

If we just look at the workmanship of the bridge plate, however, JF Factory has done a better job. You can also look at the color of its stones; It is blood red in color and very bright. The engraving of the bridge plate is also extremely bright, it is really successful in this respect.

The picture below is the view of the JF Factory movement from the rear window

ZF probably changed this bridge plate to make the watch thinner. In terms of workmanship of the bridge plate, it's still pretty well made, but I personally think JF Factory is better if we compare just the bridge plate.

Both factories took the 9015 movement as a basis and converted it into the 3120 movement by changing the bridge plate. They both have some noise, but it's within an acceptable range. There is no problem in terms of stability. This is a comparison of their mechanisms. I think the JF actually looks a little nicer in terms of movement; Also, the engraved text at the bottom is a little deeper, and so are the code prints at the bottom. ZF did a pretty good job too, they're all pretty deep, they're almost the same in that respect. This was the comparison of the blue dial. Let's not talk about the white dial, because there is not much color difference on the white dial. JF 15400 has always been a very good selling model.

The packaging is such a transport packaging. You don't have to worry about whether it is Z+F or Zf, because many of my friends asked this in these two days, so I told them: This ZF is also Z+F itself. Only the label is different. The products released now always come with this new label, including the waterproof label.

Then let me tell you about the price issue. ZF 15400 is around 300-400 more expensive than JF. So the choice is entirely up to you.

Let me also talk about its weight. JF is 180 grams and ZF is 169.1 grams.

Let's also look at the belt condition. The brushed pattern of the strap is very well done. Its softness and range of motion are also quite wide.

I think very few of the friends who buy this watch will worry about arm hair pinching. All of these types of watches with steel bracelets have the possibility of getting arm hair caught. If you adjust the tightness setting yourself, this type of hair compression will not occur. For example, my arm hair is a little long, I often wear such watches, but it didn't get stuck every day; It only happens once in a while or a couple of times.

Dial and Hand Details

The white dial came out within these two days. So if you are worried about the color difference, I recommend this white dial; or its black dial with no color difference. There's a really slight 'gimmick' to both colors if you're particularly fond of blue, but going by colour, I personally like the ZF a little better. Both factories have their own good points. However, ZF Factory has truly made a huge breakthrough; made the mechanism thinner. As I just said, the case back has become much thinner by sacrificing the bridge plate. This is the general situation. You can consult for more details.

Okay, that ends today's review. Thank you for watching.