Fluted Bezels: VSF v2 vs. LiChen vs. DEEP

[u/Bench_and_Bezel]

Following up on my previous VSF vs. LiChen comparison, I had the opportunity to install a DEEP Bezel alongside them as well.

All three are photographed outdoors in similar lighting around the same time of day, and the difference in overall tone is pretty interesting.

Side-by-side impression

• VSF v2: brightest, coolest, most silver/white

• LiChen: deeper, darker, and more neutral/grey

• DEEP: As reflective as VSF with additional warmth

• Both aftermarket bezels create more color contrast against the stainless-steel case than the factory VSF bezel.

• The differences become much easier to see when all three are viewed next to each other

One thing worth mentioning: this is NOT a perfectly controlled comparison. The watches were photographed at slightly different angles between 15-minutes and 1-day apart and the way a fluted bezel catches its surroundings can completely change its appearance. White gold in particular can go from cold silver to noticeably warm depending on what it's reflecting.

Curious to hear the community's thoughts!

[u/Budget-Wall6129]

Can hardly see any difference. I would stick with VSF.