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MKS Factory Replica watch Omega De Ville 434.23.42.22.10.001
MKS factory produces many classic Omega De Ville models. You’re probably familiar with MKS factory; besides the Omega De Ville, they are also known for IWC Mark series, Portofino, and Omega Seamaster series. Today, we’re reviewing the MKS factory Omega De Ville 434.23.42.22.10.001 replica watch, a watch suitable for most outfits.
Gold and Green Color Scheme Reproduction Challenge
The MKS factory Omega De Ville case is made of 316L stainless steel, a common material in the market. The polishing process is top-tier in the industry. Testing revealed that the diameter and thickness are identical to the genuine product: 42mm diameter and 12.3mm thickness. The lug spacing is also appropriate, resulting in a comfortable fit. The genuine watch features a solid 18K gold bezel, while the MKS factory’s bezel is vacuum-plated. Testing revealed the plating thickness to be approximately 0.08mm. As long as there’s no friction or impact, the color retention is good, and its oxidation resistance is excellent. MKS factory’s plating process is commendable. The chamfered edges are also very well finished, smooth and not scratchy. Viewed from the side, the texture is indistinguishable from the original. With mature craftsmanship and high-quality materials, it reaches the level of a high-end watch.
Is there a color difference between the green dial and the original? Of course, there will be. Replica watches can only achieve a very close approximation, not an exact match. Through comparison, the similarity reaches over 95%. The dark green sunburst dial is worth appreciating closely. Under normal light, the color is almost identical, but under strong light, the green saturation is lower than the genuine product, lacking the depth of the original. However, the sunburst pattern is finely crafted; upon close inspection, no texture breaks are found. The texture across the entire dial is very smooth, and the changes seen from different angles are very beautiful. The hour markers also use a gold-plating process, with Roman numerals and baton markers alternating in a simple and elegant layout. The numerals are also very clean and crisp. Particularly noteworthy is the outer date display on the dial, with a crescent-shaped indicator hand, adding a unique touch to the dial. Achieving this function is quite difficult; MKS factory achieved it by modifying the movement’s date module. The date-jumping sound is quite noticeable, but its functional integrity is still commendable.
The Truth About the Super-Cloned 8936 Movement
The MKS factory’s Omega De Ville 434.23.42.22.10.001 replica watch, although claiming to use a super-cloned 8936 movement, is actually a modified 9015. After extensive modification, the bridge, engravings, and balance wheel position are all altered, making it even closer to the appearance of the Omega 8936 movement. The MKS factory uses a metal hairspring, which, compared to the silicon hairspring of the genuine product, offers only average antimagnetic performance, a decrease compared to the genuine product. However, it is still more than sufficient to handle everyday magnetic fields, maintaining the stability and accuracy of the watch’s timekeeping. This super clone movement is unidirectional winding, and its winding efficiency is not as good as the genuine product. Fortunately, this movement is highly stable, with a repair rate of less than 5%, making it relatively worry-free after purchase, as the gears mesh precisely. The MKS factory has also implemented noise reduction treatment on the automatic rotor, reducing noise by about 40%, but a slight turning sound can still be heard in very quiet environments, indicating it is not completely silent. Another limitation of this movement is that the date cannot be quick-set; it requires manual adjustment of the time, which is a limitation of the movement’s structure. Through the see-through case back, it can be seen that the engraving on the case back is consistent with the genuine product, including the polishing texture, the color of the balance wheel, and the position of the screws, all of which are quite accurate. One distinguishing feature is the color of the hairspring: the genuine product has purple, while the MKS version has silver. Overall, it offers good value for money, provides a similar experience to the genuine product, and is reasonably priced.
