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ARF releases 31mm Datejusts... a good competitor to a undervalued Rolex replica

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Imho for years we have had pretty middling options for 31mm Datejust. You only had GMF for a while, then a factory called A+. While both are just ok, ARF has stepped into the game and I personally think they might take the crown based on the pics released. The details are there....

Maybe a nice Christmas or Birthday Gift for your SO? 🤣

Chinese advertisement as follows :

Details determine success or failure, weight makes it real - ARF 31mm
In the replica market, the similarity of appearance is certainly important, but a true high-end replica must not only "look like" but also "feel real"! The most easily overlooked factor that can most affect the real experience is the weight of the watch. Many replica watches look exquisite, but they feel light and have no texture when worn on the wrist; the ARF 31mm Datejust has achieved the ultimate optimization in this regard! However, if we only use the standard of "excellent material and Swiss movement" to evaluate ARF, it seems not comprehensive enough. Today, we will analyze the details from a more professional perspective to see what is unique about ARF.
1. Visual layering - the light and shadow art of triangular pit circles
The ARF triangular groove scale adopts deep engraving technology to make the light refracted more three-dimensional at different angles, which is almost the same as the light and shadow level of the original.
2. Wearing experience - not just weight, but "fit"
The replica market often emphasizes "whether the weight is close to the original", but the wearing comfort of a watch is far more than just the numerical weight match, what is more important is the "fit" of wearing.
• The curvature of the lugs of the ARF 31mm Journal has been precisely adjusted to ensure that it fits the wrist perfectly when worn without feeling stiff.
• The strap has been polished three times, with a delicate touch, and will not feel cut when worn. The smoothness of the movement has been fine-tuned, so it will not pinch your hands or be too loose, and it is still comfortable to wear for a long time. The opening and closing force of the buckle is precise, not loose but not too tight.
3. Movement performance: ARF is more accurate
• ARF Factory: Equipped with Swiss ETA 2688 movement, the time adjustment feels smooth, the error is controlled within ±4 seconds/day, and it does not require frequent adjustments when worn for a long time, and the stability is very high.
4. The radial pattern on the dial of the ARF 31mm Dial – a luxurious code between light and shadow
·A watch is not only a carrier of time, but also an art of the intersection of light and shadow. A truly exquisite log-type watch must show unique changes in light and shadow under different lights, and this is the charm of the ARF 31mm log dial's sunray pattern! The sunray pattern is not just a decoration, but a light and shadow engraving. The "sunray pattern" of many replica watches only stays on the surface, and the lines are too shallow or unevenly distributed, making the light on the dial appear dull and monotonous, lacking the luxurious "layering". However, ARF uses high-precision wire drawing technology, and each texture is precisely engraved. When the light is refracted, it presents a natural halo that diffuses from the inside to the outside, allowing the dial to glow with a charming luster at different angles and show dynamic changes like the original under different lights.
Delicate light and shadow levels create a "mirror lake" on the wrist
The dial of the ARF 31mm diary is like a delicate lake in the sun, smooth yet rich in layers. Every time you turn your wrist, it reflects a unique light and shadow effect. Whether it is a classic silver plate, a champagne gold plate, or a more modern blue plate, each color is more transparent and three-dimensional under ARF's radial pattern process, without cheap "rigid reflections". Even in a soft indoor light environment, the dial can still retain a low-key luster, instead of some replica dials becoming dull in low light.
The depth and angle of the texture determine the texture
ARF fine-tunes the engraving depth to allow the dial to present soft changes in light and shadow at different angles without any abrupt reflective blind spots.
5. Control over details – the “transparency” of the calendar window
One of the most representative designs of the Rolex Datejust is the “magnification of the calendar window”. However, although many replica manufacturers have magnified the watch to 2.5X, they still cannot present the “transparency” of the original.
• ARF uses a highly transparent sapphire mirror with precise coating technology, making the calendar fonts clear at different angles. The font printing process ensures that the fonts are clearly visible at any angle, giving the wearer a more comfortable reading experience.
Conclusion: Why is ARF 31mm Log the most recommended choice?
From the five perspectives of overall weight, light and shadow levels of the exterior, wearing comfort, feel of the movement, and transparency of the calendar, ARF's 31mm Datejust is not simply about "looking like" but strives to achieve a high-end replica that is close to the original in terms of vision, touch, wearing experience, and other aspects.
ARF 31mm Datejust - not just a replica, but also allows you to feel the quality of the original in every detail!


 

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I cherry picked some of my favorites, a variety to show why. The printing is good. The bezel is nicely cut and fluted. Plating is happening on the side links. Good detail. The sunburst radius is nice from what I can see. The stones look lackluster but rep is rep and 31mm is tiny.


 

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Looks great! Anyone had these in hand yet or have gotten actual QC?
 
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Great release. Please help me understand. I am not sure how to set my expectations. The AR today is not the old AR before they went bust. But I hear some of their models, like the GMT Master IIs are good. Does the current AR makes the same level of quality watches they used to?
 
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Great release. Please help me understand. I am not sure how to set my expectations. The AR today is not the old AR before they went bust. But I hear some of their models, like the GMT Master IIs are good. Does the current AR makes the same level of quality watches they used to?
New AR is pretty good. Their GMT can be considered a rival to Clean. Their Daydate series is generally regarded as good but w plating issues. Based on this I think new AR can be considered a contendor amongst top factories.
 

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Did anyone purchase this and got QC or even in hand?
@DadShoes posted some QC photos he got. It was impressive, just not in a good way. Not sure what size angle grinder they used to mark the rotor.


From his post:
 

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Interested. Although it looks like there's a long way to go here. If only one of the top tier factories would risk making a decent version of this at least to gauge demand for a higher-end build.
 
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Eh. Movement dirty? Hit or miss depending on what movement they've been sourcing. That looks to be a movement from a watch brand lol they probably got a good price for buying them.

Aesthetically I think it's still fine on the outside and better than the current offerings.

GMF and BPF and A+ are alternate factories for 31mm.
 
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Ordered an ARF 31mm DateJust from Andiot and I am thrilled! QC took about 4 days to get back. The watch was great looking in pictures, but OMG it’s amazing in person and in natural light.

My wife loves it.
Valuable insight! thanks for sharing bro.
 

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Valuable insight! thanks for sharing bro.
I really couldn’t find anything other than this thread about their 31mm lineup.

It was a leap of faith. And now that it’s on her wrist… I know I’m going to end up ordering more of them. My friends wife is going to want one, probably one of wife’s GFs…

It really is striking. The fluted bezel is perfect.
 
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I really couldn’t find anything other than this thread about their 31mm lineup.

It was a leap of faith. And now that it’s on her wrist… I know I’m going to end up ordering more of them. My friends wife is going to want one, probably one of wife’s GFs…

It really is striking. The fluted bezel is perfect.
Yes, unfortunately, woman's replicas are not that popular and discussed on the forum.

When I went to look 3 years ago, there was barely any info on 28mm/31mm, only some threads about GMF, so I wanted to start a thread for this one so people could find and discuss it for their S.O

I own a few for my S.O, the 28mm GSF and 22mm BVF Panthere.

I think you can trust ARF quality despite the movement hiccup some of our members have shown.
 
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Thank you for this post. I was looking for smaller datejusts as a gift for the longest time and could never find a good one. I did some search after this and found a good catalogue!


Not sure if this site is legit but should be able to request those models from your preferred TD. The presi datejusts are nice!
 

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I ordered mine from Andiot. He doesn’t have the watch as a stock item on his website, so the order was handled completely via WeChat.

If you already have a TD, then have them contact ARF to supply you with a quote and QC estimate.

I received QC pics in 4 days. I feel that was a quick turnaround on a model I don’t hear anything about anywhere.
 
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