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ZF RM55, new super clone movement

Zac

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Found a video of the new RM055 models from RMF. Contains a side by side comparison with the ZF as well:


There are quite a few subtle differences, the ribs on the RMF do not have the "painted" appearance like the ZF. I hope they start prioritizing improvements to the NTPT case texture as these movements are great as is. Seems like good value at that price
 

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From the video observation, IMO the carbon ntpt pattern in the RMF/YSF is slightly more substantial but the anti-reflective coating (purple) is clearly prevalent in the ZF version.
 

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It’s just so difficult to tell on photo.
So it’s significantly different huh?
it is to be honest, but you would need to have experience both in person

otherwise ZF is a beautiful watch for the money
 

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it is to be honest, but you would need to have experience both in person

otherwise ZF is a beautiful watch for the money
I’ve only seen the non carbon in person for the gen. And the rep from I think vsf?
The rep just seems like you said, matte and unattractive even though I haven’t seen the gen.

The photos of the gen seem exaggerated too and they look very very sheen / shiny. I’m guessing they aren’t THAT shiny in person
 
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ABD now releasing bezel sets for the ZF RM55 in proper NTPT, the insta account that purports to be them (which hasn't been active in ages) started posting again. Sets look pretty good, but as always with ABD order at your own risk.
 

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Link please? ZF ABD builds sold by TDs before. Maybe be they will be again?
 
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If they're able to make them it makes sense that others would too or would have access to the material. The red TPT on their page from a while ago looks a lot like the VVS stuff, so they could end up in TD hands although nothing is for sure. On a side note, someone now needs to make a movement for the RM11 that isn't a 7750 and some extra plates, I've wanted a proper red one for years and that case is worlds better than the old KVF red "quartz" one I have.
 

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If they're able to make them it makes sense that others would too or would have access to the material. The red TPT on their page from a while ago looks a lot like the VVS stuff, so they could end up in TD hands although nothing is for sure. On a side note, someone now needs to make a movement for the RM11 that isn't a 7750 and some extra plates, I've wanted a proper red one for years and that case is worlds better than the old KVF red "quartz" one I have.
So their red tpt is still very matte?
I kinda want one for my vvs

And if we can get just the bezel it’ll save $
 

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ABD,They quote 5200$ for the set …. Almost The price of the complete watch with vaucher movement.
 

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THIS.
ABD has a notoriously bad reputation especially for their customer support as well as just straight up ghosting and not delivering some orders from what has transpired in the past.
Oef.... and they wanted $5k for just the case?
That's a big nope for me.
 

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