New AP 26240 with 4401 Super Clone movement is coming

[majwilliams0308]

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[Markaplan]

Guys

I’m happy to answer your questions as I see it as natural curiosity. Please kindly allow me to answer it in 2 parts

1. From the pics I think the rep 26240CE looks pretty good. I like it myself. Of course there are small flaws but I don’t wish to magnify them disproportionately just because I have the gen.

2. I will be receiving 3 samples of the clone 26240CE ordered by members here and which will be sent to me for modding and service. I will be sending them comparo pics of the gen vs rep and my notes for their reference. If one of them wishes, he can post the pics and make the comparisons public for everyone to learn.

For what it’s worth at this moment, I think APSF did a very good job and I’m happy with the release. It is not 1:1 but it is accurate where it matters.

WAAAW!!
If @legend complimented it be assured it’s a very good rep.
I can’t wait !!!

 

[germanynrw]

please wait, they are on the way

haha, you're right, but I can't sleep anymore

 

[dogwood]

Take a moment to appreciate the comparison between AP 4401 Movement and APSF 4401 Super Clone Movement!

This appears to be a very impressive movement replication. The only differences I can see are the regulated vs. free sprung balance (expected, and the designer did a great job hiding the regulation arm under the balance bridge), and the difference in the size of the case clamp screws. Obviously the engraving is slightly different, but that's only because we're looking at a macro photo that's flashing back and forth. I look forward to working on it. @puretime do we know who APSF partnered with for the movement? Was is Dandong or Shanghai?

 

[sfbatman787]

This appears to be a very impressive movement replication. The only differences I can see are the regulated vs. free sprung balance (expected, and the designer did a great job hiding the regulation arm under the balance bridge), and the difference in the size of the case clamp screws. Obviously the engraving is slightly different, but that's only because we're looking at a macro photo that's flashing back and forth. I look forward to working on it. @puretime do we know who APSF partnered with for the movement? Was is Dandong or Shanghai?

What is wanna know! Given it's SA4401, I have feeling it's not Dandong.

 

[Woundup]

This appears to be a very impressive movement replication. The only differences I can see are the regulated vs. free sprung balance (expected, and the designer did a great job hiding the regulation arm under the balance bridge), and the difference in the size of the case clamp screws. Obviously the engraving is slightly different, but that's only because we're looking at a macro photo that's flashing back and forth. I look forward to working on it. @puretime do we know who APSF partnered with for the movement? Was is Dandong or Shanghai?

I'm a little confused with the rotor engraving in that comparison. Of course I would expect the lighting / cleanliness conditions of the gen 4401 to be tailored for this purpose - however the rep rotor just looks odd compared to the gen pics I've reviewed.

 

[JaceBeleren]

Yep, rotor text font is off (gen is serif, rep is sans serif).

 

[Prizon]

Don’t worry they will fix everything by V5

 

[Cheesegrater]

Don’t worry they will fix everything by V5

The chinese kept reaffirming what I've said for the longest time....

"Let's find something to fuck up that's good in v2 for a v3 release...." Fix one thing, fuck another. Great recipe for making money.

What's next in V2? Fix the font on rotor and deliberately fuck the hand?


Contrary to everyone's beliefs, the Chinese ARE VERY VERY CAPABLE to create QUALITY and amazing stuff, they just don't wanna...

 

[SOLEX]

The chinese kept reaffirming what I've said for the longest time....

"Let's find something to fuck up that's good in v2 for a v3 release...." Fix one thing, fuck another. Great recipe for making money.

What's next in V2? Fix the font on rotor and deliberately fuck the hand?


Contrary to everyone's beliefs, the Chinese ARE VERY VERY CAPABLE to create QUALITY and amazing stuff, they just don't wanna...

If that is the biggest issue, we are good.

I want to see photos of the blue dial, as I am hoping they did not mess it up.

 

[TKav3]

If that is the biggest issue, we are good.

I want to see photos of the blue dial, as I am hoping they did not mess it up.

I’m in the same boat - need to at least see a photo of it first. It’s taking everything out of me to not impulse order lol

 

[serumdiesel]

If that is the biggest issue, we are good.

I want to see photos of the blue dial, as I am hoping they did not mess it up.

I'm most concerned about the green, since that's the one I want in addition to the black ceramic and white dial (both which I've already ordered). Whether it's the Santos or Nautilus, rep factories never seem to be able to get the green dials right where they're a vibrant forest green when viewed dead-on with direct light, but very dark (often appearing outright black) when viewed from an angle.

 

[RollyAP]

I'm most concerned about the green, since that's the one I want in addition to the black ceramic and white dial (both which I've already ordered). Whether it's the Santos or Nautilus, rep factories never seem to be able to get the green dials right where they're a vibrant forest green when viewed dead-on with direct light, but very dark (often appearing outright black) when viewed from an angle.

Hope SW rescues us

 

[Shiftayy]

I'm most concerned about the green, since that's the one I want in addition to the black ceramic and white dial (both which I've already ordered). Whether it's the Santos or Nautilus, rep factories never seem to be able to get the green dials right where they're a vibrant forest green when viewed dead-on with direct light, but very dark (often appearing outright black) when viewed from an angle.

Same boat as you coincidentally. Really looking to get the green dial but want to see it in some others hands first! Green is seemingly such a hard color to pull off.

 

[legend]

Same boat as you coincidentally. Really looking to get the green dial but want to see it in some others hands first! Green is seemingly such a hard color to pull off.

Yes true. I admit it’s not the best color for me too but here’s a shot anyway.

 

[beneton]

Yes true. I admit it’s not the best color for me too but here’s a shot anyway.

What is your wrist size @legend ?

 

[beneton]

Which dial color would you say that they will get reproduced the most accurately? To my eyes the green and the gray are very pleasing, but I cannot say how good these will get reproduced. Cheers.

 

[grillbrill]

Which dial color would you say that they will get reproduced the most accurately? To my eyes the green and the gray are very pleasing, but I cannot say how good these will get reproduced. Cheers.

I think we need to see them in person first.

 

[Endez]

But from others APSF ref (15400, 15500 and 15510) we know that white and black are the « most » accurate. I tried all blue dials, and they are far, and green seems to be the same. I personally will go for the black or white and ceramic

 

[SOLEX]

Yes true. I admit it’s not the best color for me too but here’s a shot anyway.

So nice. I highly doubt the rep comes close to this though... just hoping the blue is decent.

PS- What is your wrist size? Fits great on you, and it looks like you may have a smaller sized wrist...... just a wimpy wristed guy asking as I have hope this 26240 fits my 6.3" wrists