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Pelagos ZF vs. V6 - is there a consensus?
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Recently broke the bezel insert on my ZF V2.
Can anyone recommend a source for a new one?
Is the KW bezel any better?
Can anyone recommend a source for a new one?
Is the KW bezel any better?
How do the clasps and bracelets on these compare to GEN? To me, the bracelet and clasp especially are the most appealing aspects of the pelagos.
ouch, i didnt know it could break that easily. is it made from ceramic? and its probably best to hit up your td for a replacement insert. sadly dont know of anyone that sells them. asking helenarou may be worth a shot as she sells black bay inserts.
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A non TD (trusted on RWG) has a KW V3 recently listed for $318. Not sure if I can share the link, will edit post if requested/allowed.
They say this about it:
As I under stand V6F = KW, so KW v3 = V6F V3?
Sorry to add confusion to the pot, and apologies if this has been discussed before. Read through everything but may have missed it (the factory names/versions have me confused!
Edit: well I bought it... pretty sure it's just a new batch of the V2s with SS clasp/back, but will be sure to report back when it arrives. £260 delivered!
They say this about it:
As I under stand V6F = KW, so KW v3 = V6F V3?
Sorry to add confusion to the pot, and apologies if this has been discussed before. Read through everything but may have missed it (the factory names/versions have me confused!
Edit: well I bought it... pretty sure it's just a new batch of the V2s with SS clasp/back, but will be sure to report back when it arrives. £260 delivered!
Could you guys please help me make up my mind. I really want a Black Pelagos but the markers on the dial are such a tell.. Is this just some watches, or all of them?
And which one do you recommend, v6 or ZF?
Thanks!
And which one do you recommend, v6 or ZF?
Thanks!
This week I've ordered a ZF Black Pelagos. Not really sure if it's v2 or v3. I have been assured by the TD it's the latest version.
I'm still not convinced there's any difference - couldn't spot much on my QC pics, bezel font thickness maybe.
Been sitting on shipping info received for a week now
Placed a order for the KW v2, hoping I wont regret this. Spend countless hours searching which one is the best.
Choose the V6F mainly because the I read the quality is better.
But I think its like buying a new TV, once it hangs that one is the best, since it's yours.
Waiting on the QC, will report when I recieve it and post the QC pictures if you guys want.
Choose the V6F mainly because the I read the quality is better.
But I think its like buying a new TV, once it hangs that one is the best, since it's yours.
Waiting on the QC, will report when I recieve it and post the QC pictures if you guys want.
I'm still not convinced there's any difference - couldn't spot much on my QC pics, bezel font thickness maybe.
Been sitting on shipping info received for a week now
Mine was shipped today. I'll post pictures when it arrives!
I agree with V6 being the best. Mostly build quality is better and attention to small details. ZF for example have a big problem with the Bezels on almost all the Black Bays and they are very stiff to turn whereas V6 doesnt. Or at least i havent heard anyone complain about that yet.
View attachment 77109 View attachment 77110 I've ordered a V6 v2 as I decided there was better feedback on build quality. I have just received QC though and I have two potential issues.
- 1 and 9 markers seem crooked - assuming a lot of pelagos suffer from this and hopinh not noticeable on the wrist?
- There seems to be white marks on the bezel for 9 marker (lume application?)
Are these reasons to reject? I don't think the markers will be visible on the wrist but the white marks could be.
- 1 and 9 markers seem crooked - assuming a lot of pelagos suffer from this and hopinh not noticeable on the wrist?
- There seems to be white marks on the bezel for 9 marker (lume application?)
Are these reasons to reject? I don't think the markers will be visible on the wrist but the white marks could be.
Honestly those are some of the best markers I've seen on QC closeups. You can barely see the recess either side of the markers with your naked eye - you won't be able to notice any issues in person.
The Bezel '20' and 9 marker are a little smudged, but not sure whether that's grounds enough for rejection. If you're leaning that way perhaps ask if they can see whether wiping with a damp cloth can clean them up a bit?
Thanks Awesomo. TD has sent another picture where the 9 marker on the bezel seems better. But i it just me or does the 20 on the bezel not seem as "white" (lacks pop) as the rest of the markers? Could just be lighting but it's in the pics I posted earlier, just didn't pick up on it
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Yes - identified in your original two photos. Seems they have managed to wipe the smears off both the 9 and 20 to a good standard, but the 20 does stick out as dull.
No idea how noticeable this would be in person, or whether it's reject-worthy. Perhaps someone else can advise!