V7 factory IWC Mark XVIII vs MKS factory Mark XVIII replica watch, which one is better?

Hello everyone, I am the editor of the watch factory n. I am very familiar with the replica watch Mark XVIII, because I have one myself, and it is a Swiss movement version. The performance is also very stable. I have worn it for many years without repairing it, and I have not done maintenance at ordinary times. I just changed the strap several times, which is also a normal phenomenon. Today, I took the two top replica watches of Mark XVIII in the market, the Mark XVIII of MKS factory and the Mark XVIII replica of V7 factory to compare and see which manufacturer is more worth buying.

Introduction to IWC Mark 18 of MKS factory

In 2013, the replica watch just sprouted. A Chaoshan young man who has worked hard in the watch industry for many years launched his first watch-IWC Pilot Mark 17 and 18, and was quickly hyped by several speculators. In 2013, this watch was the product designed and developed by this young man after purchasing a second-hand genuine product. Because of its excellent quality, it is hot selling. However, there was no factory name at that time, so the speculators named it MK factory based on this watch. This is the origin of the name of MK factory. After fully upgrading all products in 2018, it changed its name to MKS factory. In terms of replica experience and popularity, the IWC Mark 18 replica watch of MKS factory can be said to be the well-deserved boss. The specific details of the evaluation will not be repeated today. You can refer to the author’s previous article: In-depth evaluation of IWC Mark 18 of MKS factory.

Factory official announcement: MKS’s famous work – IWC Mark series, after more than a year of washing, has explored the mystery of the original factory craftsmanship countless times. Going one step further. Wonderful details: The watch data is 40mmX11mm. Every brushing or polishing in the case is a reflection of the top domestic watchmaking level. MKS factory implements the most demanding QC inspection process in the industry. Ensure that every finished product can be truly spiritual and not ordinary. Innovative move: Use the super stable Japanese Miyuda 9015 movement to truly achieve zero repair.

Introduction to V7 Factory IWC Mark 18

In 2018, V7 Factory successfully reproduced the IWC Mark 18 series of watches. In order to win the market, it adopted the new ETA2892 movement (genuine basic movement) at all costs, using it as a gimmick to quickly attract the attention of the market. At that time, many watch fans were looking for real ETA movements, but they were afraid of getting imitation movements or refurbished old movements. The new ETA2892 movement launched by V7 Factory was just what these people wanted, so it was quickly absorbed by the market even though it was priced higher. Although it faced the powerful opponent MKS at that time, it quickly opened up sales with the attraction of ETA2892. It also purchased a genuine one-to-one reproduction, and it has undergone two upgrades. For details, you can refer to: V7 Factory IWC Mark 18 In-depth Review

Factory official announcement:

1. The second hand pinhole is upgraded and synchronized with the original small cap structure
2. The calendar window has a stepped feel and the radial pattern is enhanced
3. The white face is upgraded and synchronized with the original “water drop” scale and super luminous
4. The buckle surface is widened, the lettering is deepened, and the buckle needle is aligned with the center
5. The factory error is controlled, and each one is guaranteed to be accurate
6. The original Swiss ETA2892A2 movement is used, the quality of the movement is completely equivalent to the original, and it is truly Swiss quality. There is also an affordable version of the Seagull 2892 movement available, the appearance is consistent with the Swiss version, and it is very cost-effective
7. The original self-made movement is used at all costs Hammer, lettering synchronized with the original
8. The lettering adopts the synchronized original high-cost electroplating process, rather than ordinary spray painting, which is the only one on the market and achieves the highest level of restoration
9. The thickness, color texture and bottom embossing of the original leather belt of the same material are completely consistent with the original, retaining the original intention of the pilot’s military watch
10. Except for the movement, all appearance parts are consistent with the Swiss version

In-depth evaluation of IWC Mark 18 of MKS factory vs. IWC Mark 18 of V7 factory

Rather than talking about the evaluation, it is better to talk about why the author wears a V7 factory IWC Mark 18 and the feeling of wearing it for two years, which is enough to explain this problem from the facts. Winter is coming in 2018. At that time, the IWC Mark 18 with ETA2892 movement of V7 factory was very popular. With the continuous promotion, the popularity of ETA2892 movement attracted a group of fanatical watch fans who liked Swiss movement. At that time, several of my customers ordered this watch. The signing was OK, but one customer was not satisfied with this watch because there was a small raised dot on the calendar window that needed to be replaced, and the brushing on the four corners of the back was too rough. When I took it to return it, the packaging bag was not well wrapped and the watch fell on the cement corner, leaving a scratch. This is not to say that the material of this watch is not up to standard, but the genuine product will also be like this. At that time, I felt cold in my heart. The brushing marks could not be pulled off, let alone sold.

I happened to have an MKS IWC Mark 18 on hand. After carefully checking the dial and the brushed surface of the four corners of the back, I found that it was much more delicate. I told this old customer the facts. This customer from Shandong ordered this MKS Mark 18. He was very satisfied after receiving it, so I refunded him the difference. In other words, MKS is slightly better in this detail. At that time, both were excellent replica watches in other aspects. MKS could be equipped with ETA2892 movement before, but now it can only be equipped with Japan’s 2892, which is 9015 movement, which is quite cost-effective. If you are not very fond of ETA movement, consider MKS’s Mark 18. The following picture shows the details of MKS’s IWC Mark 18.

In fact, both are excellent in details, and I don’t mean to belittle or elevate one here. Although V7 is a new replica factory, the craftsmanship was also very delicate at that time. Its hands, dial scales, straps and buckles were also excellent. However, in terms of cost performance, I recommend MKS products, which have stable performance and excellent workmanship. However, although this 9015 is very stable, it has a disadvantage, that is, the automatic vertical movement is flexible and the sound is loud. Although I sell watches, I rarely pay attention to the shortcomings of the corners. This V7 factory Mark 18 is still stable after I wore it for two years, and the error is stable at 1s/d. It is still accurate and reliable after wearing it for two days and not wearing it for one day. It can be seen that the new ETA2892 movement is powerful.

I didn’t like this watch at first, but as time went by, I gradually became accustomed to it. I played with the dial carefully again, and it was still mineral blue, the same as the original, with clear scales and three-dimensional. I don’t like to check the time on my phone at night, so I often put my watch next to my pillow. The hour and minute hands and the luminous triangle at twelve o’clock can clearly tell me what time it is. If you really like Swiss movements, you need the V7 version of the Mark 18. Act quickly. Switzerland stopped exporting ETA movements to China on January 1, 2020, and the price of the movement will definitely increase.

Well, I will tell you about the IWC Mark 18 from MKS and V7 factories based on my personal experience. Objectively speaking, your focus determines which one you choose to wear. Today, I will introduce it to you here. Friends who are interested are welcome to communicate.