Bezel and Dial Review of ZZF V2S 116610LV Submariner and Comparison vs. Gen, ARF V3 and Noob V10

[trezer]

I have one question guys , why did you buy replica if you have a gen one ? Which one do you wear ?

 

[James2020]

I have one question guys , why did you buy replica if you have a gen one ? Which one do you wear ?

I wear both which get fairly equal amt of wear time

I’m sure different pp have different reasons. Some wanna keep the gen in pristine condition, others wear it becos it’s risky when traveling overseas...

I have gen and rep subs. Bought a rep becos I really like the model and I wear it when I travel overseas. Ironically my rep is keeping time better (+2s/day) than my gen... LOL

but we digress... my bad

 

[Ernesteka]

Here is a pic of mine beyond nice sunlight. Can’t wait to see how a better crystal will enhance the look of the sunburst.

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[WenR]

I have one question guys , why did you buy replica if you have a gen one ? Which one do you wear ?

For me, i will buy different watch for rep n gen, and wear it depend on who will i meet

My hublot limited edition gen

my franken, all gen except noob case n arf bracelet

My hulk rep

 

[Bobi01]

Here is a pic of mine beyond nice sunlight. Can’t wait to see how a better crystal will enhance the look of the sunburst.

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Thats looks better comparing the old batches

 

[dankahn63]

For me, i will buy different watch for rep n gen, and wear it depend on who will i meet

My hublot limited edition gen

my franken, all gen except noob case n arf bracelet

My hulk rep

What factory and version is your hulk mate. Looks nice


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[trezer]

I wear both which get fairly equal amt of wear time

I’m sure different pp have different reasons. Some wanna keep the gen in pristine condition, others wear it becos it’s risky when traveling overseas...

I have gen and rep subs. Bought a rep becos I really like the model and I wear it when I travel overseas. Ironically my rep is keeping time better (+2s/day) than my gen... LOL

but we digress... my bad

Ok i understand for traveling and Keep it clean !!

 

[WenR]

What factory and version is your hulk mate. Looks nice


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Its ARF V3, mate . Thanks

 

[JanONrwi]

So guys, i just spent the last 3 hours installing a gen crystal. Since this was my first time, i took everything VERY slow, i wanted it to sit perfectly so i did not have to redo it

To be honest, it wasn't that difficult, but you gotta have steady hands, and patience... Not normally my strong suit While i was at it, i greased the gasket and rubber rings with silicone to waterproof it. I have a 6 atm tester coming next week.

This is my second v2s, i wanted a dial without the X flaw.

Originally i thought the ZZf crystal was pretty good compared to my gen, i could however see that i missed the propper black hole effect, and it under magnified the date a bit. I'm REALLY surprised how much a difference the gen crystal makes. The date is now absolutely perfect, and i see no point in a gen datewheel.

The dial really comes alive with a gen crystal, the display of black and green at the same time is there. It's really hard to capture it on photos, but trust me you will notice in real life. It's like the ZZF gives the dial a dull milky overlay.

Now we just need a case with a correct serial rehault.

As mentioned before, the watch is also modded with an ARF clasp

Here is a couple of evening shots, pictures really doesn't do it justice...

How much gen cristal cost and where did you bought IT?

 

[peter4ptv]

Its ARF V3, mate . Thanks

i don't know, but to me this watch looks better than most of the photos here of the zzf, the rehaut is way better looking than the zzf and the dial has nice darkening.

 

[Cadows]

i don't know, but to me this watch looks better than most of the photos here of the zzf, the rehaut is way better looking than the zzf and the dial has nice darkening.

Because its made by GIANT

 

[dankahn63]

Its ARF V3, mate . Thanks

Thanks mate


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[Samgobigs]

Crystal / bezel interface observation:

I’ve noticed that if you run your finger from the crystal in an outward manner towards the bezel, there are some parts of the watch where the transition is very smooth and seamless and you cannot actually feel anything sharp. However on other parts of the watch, I can feel a very sharp distinction corresponding to the inner edge of the bezel.

For me the right upper quadrant has a very rough and sharp crystal / bezel interface, whereas the area around the ‘25-35’ markers have a very smooth transition. Other parts of the watch are somewhere in between. Anyone else having this issue?

Can any gen owners comment on what it’s like on your watch?


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[NakamurasDog]

How much gen cristal cost and where did you bought IT?

I second this. Been looking for a gen crystal myself.

 

[Kalev007]

i don't know, but to me this watch looks better than most of the photos here of the zzf, the rehaut is way better looking than the zzf and the dial has nice darkening.

That’s just because you’re new and don’t know what’s wrong with it.

 

[James2020]

Just received my V2S Hulk yesterday and it is a pretty nice watch.

Only bummer is indeed the clasp, but well it does what it should do: Keeping the bracelet closed and the watch on your wrist. Will buy ARF next month for sure.

The crystal is ...ok I think. But I got a Prof one on the way none the less.

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Looks good!

What’s wrong with the clasp and how bad is it? I recently handled a V2S hulk and didn’t noticed anything odd with the clasp

 

[d3s19n]

Crystal / bezel interface observation:

I’ve noticed that if you run your finger from the crystal in an outward manner towards the bezel, there are some parts of the watch where the transition is very smooth and seamless and you cannot actually feel anything sharp. However on other parts of the watch, I can feel a very sharp distinction corresponding to the inner edge of the bezel.

For me the right upper quadrant has a very rough and sharp crystal / bezel interface, whereas the area around the ‘25-35’ markers have a very smooth transition. Other parts of the watch are somewhere in between. Anyone else having this issue?

Can any gen owners comment on what it’s like on your watch?


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I’d suspect rep inserts to have imperfect edges and gens to probably be more consistent. but not sure if that’s exactly what your talking about. Also I’m not a gen owner

 

[Repmaster1337]

Looks good!

What’s wrong with the clasp and how bad is it? I recently handled a V2S hulk and didn’t noticed anything odd with the clasp

Sharp edges, toy feel and bad glidelock system. If u have or have tried arf clasp u will know.

 

[Digital.]

Pretty awesome dial for a rep!

 

[2841]

Pretty awesome dial for a rep!

To me it's absolutely perfect, after putting on the Gen crystal i'm really enjoying this watch Did you do a service on the movement?