ZZF Factory Rolex Undated Black Submariner 3130 Movement 114060-97200 Replica vs Original Comparative Review

ZZF Factory Rolex Submariner Series 114060-97200

We can say that the combination of the undated Submariner and the clean v3 bezel is the most perfectly replicated model in the Submariner series.

1: Specially used tapered seconds pipe (in short, in the real-replica distinction, the model with the tapered second pipe is basically considered original).

Dial and Hand Details

2: The dial hour markers are completely hand-finished, extremely round and smooth.

3: Enameled black dial, like a water drop, shiny and flashy.

4: High transmittance sapphire glass (50% more transparent than normal glass).

Case and Body Workmanship

5: Clean v3 version part, which is in our exclusive monopoly; Bezel with Cerachrom ceramic inscription and platinum marker, color never fades. Free replacement in case of color fading. It offers a unique silver-gray appearance that is unique to white gold.

6: The ceramic bezel is fixed by pressing method, no longer attached by double-sided tape.

Movement and Caliber Performance

7: Specially standard 3130 movement (not fake movement with decorative plate), two-stage crown like the original. It's no longer three-tiered, so be careful to distinguish it. There are also plain 2836 movement and Swiss ETA 2836 movement options.

The exclusive Rolex 3130 two-stage movement was used, with a parachrom blue niobium mainspring. This time the 3130 movement is not an ordinary cover plate movement, it is a truly semi-original movement; Based on the 2836 mechanism, the stage structure, automatic installation structure and decoration workmanship have been changed. Of course, all these changes were made with the priority of guaranteeing stability. Additionally, this time, the simple 2836 movement option will be offered for watch lovers.

Speaking only of the undated Submariner, a gradual transition from short F to long F began in mid-2018; This is a situation related to the official version update. Of course, long-short F cannot be the only criterion for real-replica distinction; It only shows the approximate year of manufacture. Zzf's dial printing workmanship, line thickness and depth feeling are already at an extremely high level. If the real-replica difference in the Submariner's date window bothers you, this undated model completely solves that old and difficult problem. The tapered center shaft presented this time is a detail that all watch lovers easily overlook. I can say very responsibly that if your watch's second hand has a conical tube, it is definitely original; The bowl-shaped seconds pipe is likely to be both real and a replica. (After ZZ Factory, this is no longer certain.)

The side profile of the case is basically the same as the original; We tried to make the protrusion height of the glass and the crown logo on the crown head as perfect as possible. Our only goal is to recapture the perfect original look.

We specifically highlighted the issue of Clean platinum markings when we previously released the dated Submariner; Let's explain again this time: the platinum sign filling is original factory workmanship. For us, this is a breakthrough in craftsmanship and also a special first. I believe this will be the standard output of all top manufacturers in the future. If even the problem of color fading cannot be solved, this becomes the biggest defect; Platinum markings solve the problem of discoloration and can get the color infinitely closer to the original. The clean bezel is not produced by ZZF Factory, because we know that everyone has a field of expertise; To date, no customers have reported discoloration on the platinum bezel. Only time will prove Zzf's dedication.

Anyone who has purchased or reviewed zzf's Submariner has surely noticed the clock signature handling issue we mentioned earlier. We can say that we are currently the only manufacturer among all replica Submariner manufacturers to correct the roundness of the hour markers. However, when compared, it seems that the lume brightness of zzf is also the highest; Because we used Rolex's patented Chromalight material, its level reaches x1 level, which also complies with the ISO 3157 standard. Its price goes up to 600 RMB per gram. We did not spare money for better quality.

Here, I can't help but mention the ceramic bezel of the clean v3 version black Submariner. It's no exaggeration to say that this lume point rivals the original; soft and elegant like jade. There may be slight differences in the color of the lume dots of Rolex in different years, but the workmanship and overall effect are the same. This is Clean's biggest selling point. The rounded chamfered edges of the inscriptions on the ceramic bezel are also a detail that many people overlook. We achieved this too. In short, we will continue to pursue perfect details to offer watch lovers the watches they desire the most.

As for customers' feedback about the concavity on the dial of their zzf Submariner, let me state here: all original black Submariners have this concave workmanship; We didn't make this up ourselves. Since we can take other details to the highest level, of course we do not ignore this part. The concavity of the dial can also be a very important criterion in distinguishing between real and replica.

Summary: For a long time, only N Factory produced the undated black Submariner, and until now it remained in the V7 version, not updated for a long time. In terms of detail craftsmanship and overall integrity, this undated black Submariner version from ZZ Factory is no less than a better option.