How is the MKS factory IWC Mark XVIII titanium case compared to the GS factory Mark XVIII replica watch?

Hello everyone, I am the editor of the watch factory N. There are many manufacturers re-engraving the Mark XVIII of IWC in the market. The entry-level style is more popular, with a simple large three-hand style and a more business style, suitable for business people. It is definitely the first choice for business meetings at work. Of course, many watch friends will not choose the original, but the re-engraved version, such as the Mark XVIII of the MKS factory and the Mark XVIII of the V7 factory, which are the most famous in the market. The V7 factory can be equipped with Swiss movement, which is one-step, and there is no problem with wearing it for several years. Of course, the price will be higher. Today, the editor will compare the newly launched Mark XVIII of the GS factory with the MKS factory. Both manufacturers are domestic movement versions of the people-friendly movement!

GS factory IWC Mark XVIII vs. MKS factory Mark XVIII replica watch review

First, let’s look at it from the front, the mirror: the mirror coating process of the IWC Mark XVIII of the MKS factory is more outstanding, and the transparency is also more transparent than the Mark XVIII of the GS factory.

MKS on the left, GS on the right

Lettering: The Roman numerals of the MKS watch look yellowish, while the IWC Mark XVIII of the GS watch looks white, which is somewhat different from the genuine product.

MKS on the left, GS on the right

Watch case: Both the MKS Mark XVIII and the GS Mark XVIII are made of titanium alloy, which is the same as the genuine product, but there are some differences in color, which can be seen by the naked eye, so I won’t say more.

MKS on the left, GS on the right

Bottom cover: MKS uses the sun-brushing process, while GS uses the sandblasting process. The bottom cover of the MKS Mark XVIII is cleaner than that of the GS, and the edges and corners are also very beautifully processed. Then the bottom cover engraving of the MKS factory is better than that of the GS factory, which is more three-dimensional and clear.

MKS on the left, GS on the right

Strap: Both MKS and GS use Italian cowhide straps, but MKS is softer and GS is harder. The workmanship of the buckle is similar, but the engraving of the buckle is deeper and clearer.

MKS on the left, GS on the right

Movement: MKS uses the 9015 movement, which is more stable, but the way to adjust the calendar is different from the original, and the calendar starts jumping at 11 o’clock. GS uses the Seagull 2892 movement, which is slightly less stable, but the way to adjust the calendar is the same as the original, both are to adjust the calendar by screwing it down, and the calendar jumps at 12 o’clock.

Summary: In fact, the MKS IWC Mark XVIII and the GS IWC Mark XVIII replica watches have their own advantages and disadvantages. How to choose your favorite Mark XVIII depends on which details you pay attention to.