What are the differences between replica and genuine IWC watches?

　　What are the differences between replica and genuine IWC watches?

　　As a top global watch brand, IWC has many domestic replicas, including some with exquisite craftsmanship and high precision, making it difficult for many friends to tell the difference between genuine and replica IWC watches. Would you like to understand the differences between replica and genuine IWC watches? Below, we explain the differences between replica and genuine IWC watches for your reference.

　　Differences between replica and genuine IWC watches

　　I. Case

　　Based on past experience, a very complete scheme has already been established for case research, including the domed sapphire crystal, crown machining, movement retaining ring, and waterproof design, all designed by referencing the best solutions. It is worth mentioning the anti-reflective coating. Unlike other watches which have a flat glass, the glass of this watch is domed. Once the glass has a curvature, the angle at which light enters the glass will be different. If you have owned an early Rolex Submariner 116610LN, meaning the version where the cyclops lens part is uncoated, you can clearly feel that whether genuine or replica, it is very difficult to read the date clearly under sunlight. It was not until after 2009 that Rolex introduced a corresponding solution. The crystal coating solution adopted by this watch draws on the genuine Rolex cyclops lens coating scheme, mixing a steel film with an anti-reflective (AR) coating. Therefore, if the outside of the coating is illuminated with an LED light, a hint of blue light will appear. This is not a so-called blue coating, but the colour reflected by the mixed coating materials. If the case is opened in the future and the inside faces the light, shining directly onto the coating, it will show the same iridescent colour as the back of a Rolex crystal.

　　II. Movement

　　Without doubt, regarding the replica IWC in-house movement Cal.80111, I believe you can no longer find a design closer to the original. From the engraving, angles, shock absorber, balance wheel, to the custom-made black screws, everything is completed based on the design of the genuine IWC movement. Meanwhile, in the polishing of the oscillating weight, the same method as in Switzerland is used, employing copper as the base material for the oscillating weight, polishing sunburst patterns on it, performing engraving, and then electroplating with an aluminium-magnesium alloy material. After completion, the engraved parts are sprayed with colour. This is a method that was impossible in past replica watches. Of course, the effect achieved is also earth-shattering; the actual visual effect produced is even shinier than the oscillating weight of an original ETA 2892-A2. This is definitely exquisite craftsmanship that will amaze anyone who understands timepieces.

　　III. Dial

　　What is done better is no longer just the printing, font, and placement of the dial. The entire dial, like the crystal, adopts a curved design and is formed in a single piece, while luminous dots are added at the edges. The luminous material is genuine SuperLume® C1. Moreover, during dial design, combining the sales experience of replica watches, the front-pinned dial method is used to ensure that all marker positions are perfectly aligned.

　　IV. Clasp

　　If you have been following domestic watches or replica watches, you may have noticed that clasp details have always been a shortcoming of domestic watches. This is not because the mould maker was not attentive enough, but because many clasp manufacturers cannot meet the mould maker's requirements. Taking a polished & and brushed clasp as an example, anyone who has made hardware products knows that polishing and brushing are actually completed on the same machine. High speed is used for polishing, and low speed for brushing. In past clasp manufacturing processes, there were always a large number of clasps where flaws appeared at the dividing line between polishing and brushing. These are unavoidable. Of course, this does not count as a quality issue, and strap manufacturers will not take responsibility for it. However, a truly remarkable clasp manufacturer has finally been found to meet my very demanding requirements. I can state with certainty that the clasp of this watch is the finest domestic watch clasp you will ever see! Every visible and hidden area features very fine polishing, so beautiful that you can completely forget the true colour of the steel.

　　[1:1 Version] IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph IW379901

　　Series:Pilot's Watches Collection

　　Movement: Automatic mechanical movement

　　Strap: calfskin strap, American alligator leather (available upon prepaid order)

　　Case: ceramic

　　Clasp: pin buckle

　　Bezel: Standard

　　Crystal: Sapphire crystal glass

　　Diameter: 46MM

　　Water resistance: 30 metres

　　Review:Regarding this watch, the genuine version has a dual chronograph function with 2 red large second hands. Currently, the replica market has not truly replicated this, so this watch is missing one large second hand compared to the genuine model. The sandblasted black ceramic case gives it a cool feel. The Asian ETA7750 movement ensures the watch's precise timing. The 46mm mm case diameter and large dial are suitable for rugged men. The 30 metre water resistance depth is sufficient for daily use.

　　Conclusion:The above covers the differences between replica and genuine IWC watches. I believe everyone now has a certain understanding of how to distinguish whether an IWC watch is genuine or a replica.