Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 How does the APS factory craft

Detailed comparison: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 from the APS factory compared to the original

The left watch is the original AP15500, while the right one is a replica.

Both sides appear identical at first glance. Compare the two sides and dig deeper into their details.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15500 Comparing Dial and Case Details

APS watches are made with imported sapphire, which produces a mirror-like effect. The glass’ inner surface is coated with a film that reduces reflections to improve data readability. The luminescent powder is filled into the irregularly polished metal hour markers. This allows for easy reading of time at night. The watch’s three-hand design is made of steel that has been meticulously polished, giving it a Swiss look. The APS watch is a perfect blend of elegance, simplicity and classic sophistication.

Strip nails: the irregular scales of strip nails polished with metal are filled luminous powder that is easy to read at night. The scales are full and three-dimensional.
The pointer is a classic three-pointer, while the minute and hour hands are made from highly polished steel. This design is in keeping with Swiss technology. It’s simple, but not too simple. It’s classic, generous and elegant.

The APS15500, as well as the original timepiece, both have a 41mm dial with octagonal screws on the bezel. The dial features a “TAPISSERIE”, a pattern neatly laid out in a grid, with bar-shaped platinum hour markers. The dial’s “guilloche texture” is faithfully reproduced from the original. The pattern is oriented in the same direction as the original model.

The APS15500 has the same thickness as the original model at only 10.4mm. The side profile is characterized by smooth, rounded lines. The APS watch is made from 316L Stainless Steel and features a polished and brushed finish, which replicates the weight and robustness of the original piece.

APS uses a replica of an original 4302 movement. The balance wheel is located at 7 o’clock, instead of 6 o’clock as seen on the 9015. The power reserve has been increased from 30 hours to 72 hours, a significant improvement. The engravings are a perfect match to the original model, with the same font size and depth. The case back’s curved depth is identical to the original specifications.

The APS15500 features a transparent design on the caseback, revealing an intricately designed mechanism. The outer ring on the caseback is the same shape as the front and is secured with eight screws. The “Royal Oak’ lettering has been engraved in a regular and clear font. This is accentuated with the golden color of the automatic rotor. The watch has a 4302 integrated movement that provides a 72-hour power reserve, ensuring precision and stability in timekeeping.

The APS bracelet reflects the meticulous craftsmanship. The edges of the chamfered lugs are polished to a brilliant sheen, adding elegance. The bracelet’s connection points are polished, while the other parts have a brushed finish. This helps to resist minor scratches.

Sandblasting is used to give the logo on this clasp a high-quality finish. The CNC-sculpted logo and sandblasted treatment on the clasp match the original perfectly. The code “1220” on the bracelet is identical to the original model.

It is clear from the comparisons of case and dial detail, case thickness, the case back, movement details and bracelet and clasp details that the APS factory invested considerable effort and precision into replicating the intricate workmanship of the watches. The APS factory is meticulous in every detail, from the imported sapphire to the minute markers, to the design of the hands and dials. They also pay attention to the case thickness and engravings on the case back. The APS factory’s commitment to quality is also demonstrated by the improvements in the movement performance, and the meticulous polishing and brushing the bracelet. APS Factory replica watches are a perfect blend of design and craftsmanship. They offer consumers a value and experience that is close to the originals.