Black Bay Bronze Brown Dial. XF (V5) vs ZF (V2)

[HSN]

I've really fallen for the BBB, brown dial and am weighing up the differences between the latest XF and ZF offerings.
Having searched through the boards, I can't see any direct comparison of the latest versions from these factories (with a brown dial)
I know that there are strong feelings held towards both... what is the general consensus on the merits/drawbacks of each factories offerings?

 

[ValdEmaruk]

Which one is better XF or ZF?

 

[HSN]

I've scoured all the topics related to this (but must say that I haven't seen/held either in the flesh)...
From what I gather, ZF has a better strap - both nato and leather, better dial print, better bezel operation and better overall finish (compared to early XFs at least)

The XF is let down by poor contrast in the dial text print, has problems with the Rotor on the V5's miyota 9015 BUT has a more gen like case and dial colour...

I'm really stumped with which to opt for on this.
Once again, is anyone who has first hand experience with both/either able to comment?

 

[kryp29]

Just save up for a gen. More worth it over the long run. You will end up buying a few iterations of the rep. Tudor Black bay sub replica has been disappointing so far. Their quality somehow could not be as good as Omega/Rolex replica. Ever.

 

[WATCH HACKER]

Since the GEN is not that expensive, I suggest go for a gen one of this model.

But if your happy of the flaws that both factories offer. Go for it as it will be a fraction of the gens price =)