ZF V2 AP 15703 advice needed

[Therion666]

I'm interested in buying the watch from the title.

I've read quite a bit about them and I believe there's a consensus, that the ZF is the top option at the moment.

My experience with ZF watches has been less than stellar so far, so I'd like to ask about the build quality.

Is it any good? Does the watch feel solid or is it a rattly POS? Any gen vibes?

Some reps feel like gens, but every single ZF rep I've owned so far has felt like a rep. Sharp edges, misaligned dates, poor bezel action, etc. Or all of the above in a single piece

It may have only been bad luck, but my VSF, JF, Clean and ARF reps always seemed far superior to ZF, GMF, etc.

Any insight from the owners will be very much appreciated

 

[Therion666]

Here's my good old, long sold JF V7 version, that thing was built like a tank Perhaps there were flaws, but it felt great. I think about it a lot and that's a good sign, so I'd like to give it another go

 

[silver.forever]

Here's my good old, long sold JF V7 version, that thing was built like a tank Perhaps there were flaws, but it felt great. I think about it a lot and that's a good sign, so I'd like to give it another go

You sold it? I think JF is not available anymore.

 

[Therion666]

You sold it? I think JF is not available anymore.

I've sold it years ago. I know that JF no longer make watches. This is why I'm asking about the ZF to replace it.

 

[silver.forever]

I've sold it years ago. I know that JF no longer make watches. This is why I'm asking about the ZF to replace it.

Oh sorry, only saw now that you are OP.
From what I heard the ZF is very close to "NWBIG" since it has the closed case back and everything else is very close and hard to spot.

 

[Therion666]

Oh sorry, only saw now that you are OP.
From what I heard the ZF is very close to "NWBIG" since it has the closed case back and everything else is very close and hard to spot.

Yeah, I understand the flaws part of the thing. But the build quality is very important too. The watch can look the part, but feel like shit. Like I said, most ZF watches so far felt much worse than CF, VSF and other higher end factory products.

I used to own a VSF Seamaster 300m and it was mind blowing quality. The ZF version had sharp edges, wobbly bezel and shitty bezel action. But it looked the balls in photos. So there's that.

 

[silver.forever]

Yeah, I understand the flaws part of the thing. But the build quality is very important too. The watch can look the part, but feel like shit. Like I said, most ZF watches so far felt much worse than CF, VSF and other higher end factory products.

I used to own a VSF Seamaster 300m and it was mind blowing quality. The ZF version had sharp edges, wobbly bezel and shitty bezel action. But it looked the balls in photos. So there's that.

Yeah, I feel you.
I do own a APSF 15400 and from what I heard, they are very close in quality. The 15710 / 15720 are on my list as next watches and I think you will love the quality. APSF and ZF do very good products when it comes to AP. Seems that you are selling your watches from time to time anyway so guess that someone would buy your watch in no time. I would not hesitate on this model

 

[Therion666]

I buy and sell all the time, it's a disease and they still haven't found a pill to cure it I'll do some more research. And probably find some other watch to obsess about in the process

 

[Nick.au]

I received my new Zf 15703 from Hont a couple weeks ago. I had the old JF when they first came out a decade ago. Much like yourself, I was smitten with the build quality from back then.

The new ZF v2 is unbelievable. It’s actually much better in every respect. They turned it up many notches. All the micro beveled edges and the rubber strap so soft and buttery. Just close your eyes and buy immediately, you will not be disappointed.

 

[Therion666]

Hmm..sounds very promising..oh, what the hell, off to send an email to my TD

 

[slowblow]

I received my new Zf 15703 from Hont a couple weeks ago. I had the old JF when they first came out a decade ago. Much like yourself, I was smitten with the build quality from back then.

The new ZF v2 is unbelievable. It’s actually much better in every respect. They turned it up many notches. All the micro beveled edges and the rubber strap so soft and buttery. Just close your eyes and buy immediately, you will not be disappointed.

Looks amazing ! Wharf was the price from hont ?

 

[Nick.au]

Looks amazing ! Wharf was the price from hont ?

I don’t remember precisely but it was circa 400usd shipped

 

[Nick.au]

Swimming in Fiji, I notice many people staring at the watch it’s a real eye catcher, the polishing is stunning

 

[Therion666]

As long as they're only staring...

That's a great photo!

 

[vh997tt]

Nice!

 

[bombina]

I have the 15720 from APSF, it is next level. With the quick change straps/buckle, clone movement that is smooth as butter (best winding / feeling movement I have from the many I have tried) and build like an absolute tank, I think its the pinnacle of ROO at the moment (IMO).

 

[Therion666]

I have the 15720 from APSF, it is next level. With the quick change straps/buckle, clone movement that is smooth as butter (best winding / feeling movement I have from the many I have tried) and build like an absolute tank, I think its the pinnacle of ROO at the moment (IMO).

I went for the ZF V2. I hope it will feel similar to yours

 

[Therion666]

It's here, the ZF V2. The first ZF watch that has blown my mind, this is a very very solid product!

 

[Therion666]

The most significant observable difference in my opinion is the movement - the JF one sounded like a train leaving the station, the movement in ZF watch on the other hand is almost completely silent. I mean you can hear the rotor a bit, but the difference is day and night. It's a very solid watch, I can't recommend it enough!

 

[sonnyboyyyyy]

was wondering how would u guys rate the 15703 ZF V1 as compared to the V2?