Description
TW Factory’s replica watch IWC Pilot IW388309 F1 limited edition
If you are also a fan of F1, I’m sure you will love this watch. This watch is an F1 collaboration model, inspired by the APXGP team in the “F1 Movie”. The reissue by TW factory has brought this watch to our hands at a more affordable price. Now let’s take a thorough assessment of the craftsmanship, materials used, and movement performance of this wristwatch in all aspects, to see what its advantages and disadvantages are, and provide you with an objective reference for decision-making.
The degree of fidelity of the F1 collaboration elements
The most distinctive feature of this wristwatch is the F1 collaboration identity mark. The IWC Pilot IW388309 replica watch from TW factory has a black dial that continues the classic cockpit instrument panel style. The black lacquered dial is paired with gold-plated hands and hour markers, creating a strong contrast effect. The fine matte texture on the dial effectively reduces the interference of reflection. The font printing is clear. The Arabic numeral hour markers adopt a three-dimensional oil filling process, which is relatively smooth without any overflow. The edges are also very neat and have no burrs. The triple chronograph sub-dials are rationally laid out and provide clear time reading. The day of the week and date display window at three o ‘clock is designed with a magnifying glass, making it more convenient to read the time. Both the hands and hour markers are covered with luminous coating. At night, a very clear luminous effect can be seen. The hour markers have a blue-green luminous effect, and the hands have a green luminous effect. Although they are clear, the durability is average and not as good as that of the genuine product. The racing elements on the entire dial are quite well restored, and the visual effect of the appearance is still very good.
The luxurious texture of the watch case
The case is a point worth elaborating on. The IWC Pilot IW388309 replica watch from TW Factory features an 18K 5N gold-plated case. 5N gold, as a representative of high-quality rose gold, has a relatively warm color and is not prone to oxidation. TW factory has controlled the gold plating to 0.3 microns, restoring the metallic luster of the genuine product. The thickness is also relatively wear-resistant. The brushing is fine and the polishing is perfect, without the burrs that are cheap. The crown and buttons are made of the same material and process. The pressing feel is also good, but a little force is needed. The control of color difference is also quite excellent, with the color difference controlled within ΔE<2, meeting industry standards and being hard to distinguish with the naked eye. It highly restores the luxurious feel of the black and gold color combination.
The texture of the black ceramic bezel is also very good, polished very smoothly. The black ceramic tachometer bezel has excellent scratch resistance and a very high hardness. Another advantage of this material is that it will not fade. The tachometer scale on the bezel is laser-engraved, with clear scales. When rotating the bezel, the lag is even and quite accurate, meeting the requirements for racing timing.
How comfortable is the rubber watch strap
The TW factory is equipped with black fluororubber material. This material is resistant to extreme temperatures and has good breathability and softness. When worn, it fits the wrist tightly without causing a stuffy feeling. Even after long-term exercise, it is not easy to slip. However, there is still a risk of aging after long-term use, and the watch strap may need to be replaced later. Another practical feature of the IWC pilot in the TW factory is that the strap is equipped with the EasX-CHANGE® quick-change system. You can change the strap without tools and match it with straps of other materials and colors you like, which is very convenient.
Is the stability of this movement durable
The measured daily error is around +8 seconds, which fully meets the requirements for daily use. The operation feel of the timing function is quite good, with a clear damping sensation and a crisp reset. The completeness of the functions is quite good. The power reserve is approximately two days. It is recommended to wear or use a watch winder every day to maintain the power. When purchasing, it is recommended to buy from regular channels to avoid buying inferior wristwatches.
