I'm waiting on the same. I can relax with my 15400 till then.yes. i will wait until they engrave it
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APSF and ZF Royal Oak 15500 w 4302 clone caliber
- Thread starter steve_theonewatches
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I'm not sure if there's a ZF v3 for the all black DLC 15500 yet, I've reached out to a couple of TDs last week but haven't heard back. I saw one pic on a TD that says it's a ZF V2 but JEWELS was spelled correctly, so that's a little confusing to me.
I haven't seen anyone compare the DLC black/silver rep to DLC gen (they may be a pretty limited edition, not certain), anybod know if it is it equally as close as the non DLC stainless versions (apart from the decorated Miyota movement if ZF hasn't offered the A4302 yet?
DLC is also supposed to be far more scratch resistant than stainless, which IMO is a huge plus if accurate.
I haven't seen anyone compare the DLC black/silver rep to DLC gen (they may be a pretty limited edition, not certain), anybod know if it is it equally as close as the non DLC stainless versions (apart from the decorated Miyota movement if ZF hasn't offered the A4302 yet?
DLC is also supposed to be far more scratch resistant than stainless, which IMO is a huge plus if accurate.
After doing some more searching, I found another thread about DLC and a post Legend made of a gen DLC with the coating wearing off. Needless to say, a bit disappointing. Stainless is still gorgeous too, I just fell in love with the stealth all black look.
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Jtime told be the ZF V3 in white isn't out yet. But I think I have already seen photos of the white one in this tread. I am a bit confused ^^.
Is blue and black still the most gen like? I really like the white/ silver. Do not quite understand what the problem with the silver is- is the sunburst effect worse?
Is blue and black still the most gen like? I really like the white/ silver. Do not quite understand what the problem with the silver is- is the sunburst effect worse?
Having been reading everything there is to read over the past month about the 15500, none of the colors will pass for gen. The black is closest, the blue next (ZF blue is better than ASPF). The white and grey are the wrong shades and obvious next to a gen (but not so obvious on their own). None of them have anywhere near the sunburst effect of a gen.
dashindark
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Its quality will be the same as that of products of BF. IP is another name for BF.It looks like there’s a new factory entering the AP 15500 battle. I’ve never heard of IP Factory before. I wonder what the quality will be? This is the promo poster I just saw on WeChat:
So is ZF better than BP or IP as apparently also known as? I am after best possible bracelet and overall look.
gilrob
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It is BF not BP. As far as which is better, it is probably best for a side by side comparison/evaluation to happen.
Hi All!
I've ordered a Black 15500 ZF to ChazingTime 2 Months ago and I'm waiting . Any idea when it will be ready for shipping?
I've ordered a Black 15500 ZF to ChazingTime 2 Months ago and I'm waiting . Any idea when it will be ready for shipping?
Don't worry, with some new models that are pre-order the wait can be much longer than hoped. This isn't the first time it's happened with other brand reps, but all the TDs will get access at the same time (roughly).
Please post a photo when you receive yours.
My TD has advised me that ZFv3 watches are currently available but they are trying to enforce TD’s buying at least 2 x ZF subs with each order. They don’t want to do that as they are harder to sell, so he’s going to wait another 2-3 weeks to see if policy changes
(How true this is I’m not sure, but my TD emailed of their own accord to give me this update)
(How true this is I’m not sure, but my TD emailed of their own accord to give me this update)
Yes it’s true.
It’s ridiculous that the rep TDs are trying to use the tactics employed by the gen boutiques for “bundling” and allocating watches if x or y model is purchased.
This is true. Many non TD are also doing this with the ppf 5712 now. And same that they need to buy an extra rolex sub if you want one ppf.
The V3 dial does have a very prominent sunburst effect, its much improved over the v1 and v2.
Does this apply to the all dials? I'd like to get the grey, but slightly put off by the fact that it sounds like it's the least accurate.
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I would think they apply to all 4 dial colors. The v3 dial has more of a matte/satin shade than the other versions. The other versions had a more of a metallic and shiny look when it reflects in light.