IWC Portofino replica has gone through a long series of versions, from the previous 3A, MKS, AF to the current V7. Previously, this series should have the largest shipment volume of MKS, after all, it is an old brand. Slowly, the shipment volume of MKS has been weakened. They use the 9015 movement, which ensures stability, but the noise is difficult to control. This problem has been consistently complained by buyers. Later, AF launched the standard crocodile leather version with Seagull 2892 movement. Today, V7 factory has launched all the literals at once and the two movement options are: ETA2892/domestic 2892.
V7 IWC Mark XVIII Little Prince uses 316L stainless steel, sapphire mirror, and top-layer calfskin strap. The material is synchronized with the original, and the appearance details and workmanship are also good products. Of course, it is not that the appearance of Mark 18 is absolutely perfect. Compared with the original, there is no flaw. The back of the four corners of V7 Mark 18 is not polished finely enough, and it looks a little rough, which can be corrected. As for the Swiss ETA2892 movement used in the movement, it is the same basic movement as the original one. Even if the back cover is opened, there will be no obvious flaws, not to mention that many players say it is fake at first glance. Wearing it on the wrist will not be embarrassing.
V7 Factory IWC Mark 18 In-depth Review
The author wears the V7 Factory IWC Mark 18 version, which is equipped with the ETA2892 movement. The reason why I wear this watch is not because I like it, but when I got the new watch to ship to the customer, I accidentally dropped it on a hard object, resulting in scratches and unable to return it, so I had to wear it myself. Now I have worn it for more than two years, and the daily error seems to be about two seconds, which is not a loss. The performance of this movement is indeed very excellent.
Size, all data are the same as the original, because this watch is also strictly designed according to the original one-to-one mold, and the watch size is 40*11mm.
Shell, the shell material is 316L stainless steel with top CNC grinding, brushing, chamfering, and consistent shape, but the brushing of the four corners at the bottom of the V7 factory is relatively rough.
The Little Prince engraving on the bottom cover is lifelike. After several revisions, the craftsmanship is excellent. The shadow of the Little Prince’s coat is also polished. Such a delicate pattern is clearly layered and delicate, which is very difficult.
The dial and the lettering are synchronized with the original high-cost electroplating process, rather than ordinary spray painting. It is the only one on the market, achieving the highest level of restoration. The color value of the blue dial is consistent with the original, which MKS has also achieved. In addition, the mirror will not turn purple under any direction of light, which is very rare. High-transparency sapphire mirror, blue film coating, craftsmanship is the same as the original. The second hand pinhole is upgraded to synchronize with the original small cap structure, the calendar window has a stepped feel, the lettering is strengthened, and the white face is upgraded to synchronize with the original “water drop” scale and super luminous.
The buckle, the buckle surface is widened, the lettering is deepened, and the buckle needle is aligned with the center
The thickness, color texture and bottom embossing of the original belt of the same material are completely consistent with the original, retaining the original intention of the pilot’s military watch.
The movement uses the original Swiss ETA2892A2 movement from the same source as the genuine product. The quality of the movement is completely equivalent to the genuine product, and it is truly Swiss quality.
Where to buy the V7 factory IWC Mark 18
The replica watch itself is a gray area. This industry is mixed with good and bad. The same watch will have multiple replica versions or fine imitations, so you need to be cautious when buying a watch. The author has been in this industry for nine years and has witnessed the germination and rise of replica watches, as well as various industry insider stories, buyers and sellers of all kinds, doing things with conscience, integrity first, professionalism second! If you are interested, welcome to communicate and learn from each other! (Will the MKS factory IWC Mark 18 replica watch be fake at first glance compared to the genuine product)
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