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I don’t own a ZF but the APS black is very matte black with little to non sunburst.
Here are a few pics in light sun, overcast.
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Here are a few pics in light sun, overcast.
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this is very tempting.
hopefully there would be a detailed review and/or comparison with the gen
hopefully there would be a detailed review and/or comparison with the gen
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Honestly, as per vid I can’t see any improvement on the V2 as the dial is the same as V1.
Took a quick view — it looks pretty good to be honest, but biggest test would be a gen vs rep side by side, especially on dial. Also, the rotor didn’t look well finished, that would be one part you’d want a to franken if you can get the gen part.
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V2 means the one that comes with Clone 4302. There is no new product being made. Stop whining guys.
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I don’t own a ZF but the APS black is very matte black with little to non sunburst.
Here are a few pics in light sun, overcast.
The gen has an extreme sunburst. These matte dials just scream fake. Even the Tissot Powermatics have better dials.
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The improvements were meant to be with the movement apparently. The dials still look fantastic I think.
I wouldn’t say “extreme” sunburst. Just picked up my 3rd gen 15500 and none of them has “extreme” sunburst imho. The tapisseries naturally will limit the smoothness of the sunburst finish compared with a flat radial polished dial for example.
The gen 15500 has a measure of sunburst that is definitely true. But it’s not the defining quality of the dial if you spend hours with one on the wrist. The texture, finish and details will take precedence, with the sunburst being something you occasionally appreciate when outdoors under good lighting.
The rep dial, like you implied, falls short in this aspect. They look nice on their own but if compared with the gen outdoors the difference can be immediately perceivable with the naked eye if one knows what to look for.
I think this just about sums it up.
If one wants to pick on the flaws of a $500 rep, then save up to buy the gen, all problems solved, all issues avoided.
It’s a little like forking out money for a roadside motel and complaining that the room ambience and service aren’t the same as the Shangri La.
This 15500 rep is one of the best made AP reps to date, all things considered. Some appreciation should be given for what the factory has done for AP rep enthusiasts. If you don’t like it, don’t buy it. Period.
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I probably own 100 watches, GEN & REP, and the APS is an extremely well made piece. The finish and execution is superb. At 500 this is a steal. I disagree that this looks like a REP.
