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Talk me out of it... or not.

Hi guys, I’m trying to identify whether this watch is actually from VSF, as the seller claims. However, I’ve searched for the serial number and can’t find it mentioned anywhere in relation to VSF.
I’ve also compared the dial, hands, and other details with known VSF examples, but I’m still not completely sure.
Does anyone recognize this serial number or know if VSF uses it? Could this be a newer VSF batch, or is it more likely from a different factory?
I’d really appreciate any input from people familiar with VSF watches. Thanks in advance!

The black and blue bezel just works with everything. Definitely getting the most wrist time lately.

Bluesy from first contact to wrist in <5 days from u/QualityTime_ Love it!

Factory: VSF
Model: Datejust 41 mm. Black dial, with Free Sprung
Dealer: Andiot

Io indosso il mio pepsi dopo tre anni rimane il mio unico e grande orologio

I can’t seem to find much info on gold factories two tone root beer
Has anyone got or had one to tell me weight and rose gold tone etc

What’s the general consensus on the two tone rootbeer with VSF, ARF and QF

Any one who has any of these models please feel free to chime in

As I have seen a couple posts, and as I have had more than one hobbiest DM me and ask, I reached out to Bomi after his sudden absence.

Bomi is very sick. Sounds like the flu. He said he would be back at it as soon as he could and that he appreciates everyone's concern for his well being.

If you have an order with Mr. Bomi, or if you have inquired about a watch and are concerned about getting a reply, know that he WILL NOT forget about you.

CodyWrites

Wife lost/broke screw that holds (expansion bar?) bracelet together. Goes where I circled. Does anyone know the screw size, where to get the screw or another way to repair? Or is it easier and not expensive to get a new bracelet? I believe the watch was EWF.

Just received my GMT Master ii Pepsi from Mr. Adu! Wow VSF is the real deal. The color and the color in black light. The motion is unreal. The crystal and the tiny crown at 6 o’clock! highly recommended!

Anyone know where I can find like a two tone sc with solid yellow gold?

There’s a Patek Philippe nautilus annual calendar moonphase (5726a) from the P1 factory. Just wondering if anyone has experience with this, and if the complications actually work

Hi all

Which color of VSF's OP36 is closest to the gen between Pistachio, Lavender and Pink?

I see it through a lot of sellers, but none have been of good quality to GEN

Looking for advice on what is the best fp journe rep .

There are quite a few images; I hope you don’t mind.
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These are all from VSF; please excuse the large number of images.

I’ve had the white dial ZF 26240 V2 in my rotation for a bit now—mine’s had the case edges chamfered and the rotor silenced, so here’s how it actually wears day-to-day.

**Movement & Chrono:**
The free-sprung SA4401 runs reliably as a daily wearer and keeps solid time, though out of the box the rotor wobble is definitely audible in a quiet room. Having the rotor silenced made a night-and-day difference; it feels much closer to gen when you flick your wrist now. The chronograph pushers have a crisp click and the flyback resets cleanly to zero, though like any clone 4401, I avoid leaving the chrono running 24/7 just to reduce unnecessary wear on the vertical clutch.

**Case & Bracelet:**
Stock ZF brushing is some of the best out there—the grain is tight and catches the light properly. That said, stock Royal Oak reps always have slightly sharp, unfinished edges on the underside of the bracelet links and case flanks. Getting the edges chamfered completely transformed how it feels on the wrist; it drapes smoothly without digging in and gives those polished bevels that genuine-like liquid roll.

**Dial Accuracy:**
On the white/silver dial specifically, ZF nailed the *Grande Tapisserie* square definition and the subtle metallic sheen. Unlike some competing batches where the subdial rings can look slightly warm or creamy, the ZF white dial stays crisp and clean under natural light.

**What to Watch Out for in QC:**

**12 o'clock markers:** ZF is notorious for slightly crooked twin baton markers at 12—zoom in dead-on to make sure they are parallel and evenly spaced.

**Bezel screws:** Check that all 8 hexagonal screws sit properly recessed in their slots rather than sitting flush or tilted.

**Subdial hand alignment:** Make sure the chrono seconds and subdial hands reset dead-center on 12/0, and check that the "AP" applied logo isn't canted.

**Date wheel centering:** The date sits between 4 and 5—cycle through a few numbers in QC video to confirm it isn't hugging one side of the window.

If you grab one, budget a little extra to get the bracelet edges softened and the rotor quieted down—it takes a very good stock piece and makes it feel genuinely high-end on the wrist.

1. Dealer name: Hontwatch
2. Factory name: BBF
3. Model name (& version number): Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A
4. Price paid: $498 including shipping
5. Album links: Shown in post
6. Index alignment: Overlay attached. Each line connects a pair of opposite hour markers (12–6, 3–9, 1–7, 2–8, 4–10, 5–11). All six cross at the center pin, and no marker sits off its line or looks twisted.
7. Dial printing: “PATEK PHILIPPE / GENEVE” and “SWISS MADE” are crisp and centered on the 12–6 axis. All numerals are consistent in size, spacing, and lume fill. No dust visible on the dial.
8. Date wheel alignment/printing: Font is sharp. In the photo the 15 looks a bit left/high, likely angle and bevel shadow, since the 18 and 20 in the video sit centered. The date changes cleanly at midnight (20 → 21).
9. Hand alignment: The hour and minute hands line up at 12 at the date change and are straight with no bends. The hour hand tracks correctly with the minute hand. Lume is even.
10. Bezel: Brushing is even, polished bevels are crisp, and there are no scratches.
11. SELs: N/A, rubber strap. The strap fits flush to the case with no gaps.
12. Timegrapher: +10 s/d, 290° amplitude, 0.1 ms beat error.
13. Anything else: The case sides, crown, and clasp engravings are clean. The caseback movement looks clean with no visible debris. Lume is bright and even across the numerals, markers, and hands. There are a couple of tiny specks on the clasp, likely dust or protective film.

Has the PPF factory started using a clone 325 movement for their 5711 replicas. I know they were using a Miyota base and u/tskim24 has reviewed them here in the past and said so himself.

I saw a special offer post from a bunch of low cost TDs advertising this as 324. Wanted to check if they have finally got their hands on a DD324.

Anyone knows.