As the Rolex Pearlmaster is just as much an item of jewelry as it is a precision timekeeping instrument, every single Rolex watch in the collection is set with some amount of diamonds/gemstones. The degree of gem-setting (and the type/color of the gems themselves) can vary significantly from one Pearlmaster watch to the next. A modest example may “only” have 12 diamonds set into its solid-gold bezel, while the more extravagant and expensive models can have completely diamond-encrusted cases and bracelets, with rainbow-colored sapphire-set bezels, and diamond-paved dials.At its core, the Pearlmaster is essentially an ultra-premium, luxury-oriented Datejust. Like other Datejust watches, the Rolex Pearlmaster is fitted with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with a Cyclops magnification lens and a Twinlock winding crown that uses a system of gaskets to create two sealed zones to protect against moisture intrusion. Consequently, despite its solid 18k gold construction and lavish application of various gemstones, the Rolex Pearlmaster still has a water-resistance rating of 100 meters and is just as functional for everyday use as any other Rolex watch.While it may have identical functionality to the standard Datejust collection, the Pearlmaster is about as far a departure from Rolex’s tool-watch history and aesthetics as you are likely to find in their contemporary catalog. However, as Rolex continues to assume a more luxury-oriented position within the high-end timepiece market, the use of precious metals and gemstones in their watches is becoming an increasingly common practice. The Rolex Pearlmaster has as much to offer in terms of gold-work and gem-setting as it does in the precision timekeeping department, making it the perfect timepiece for those that want a watch that sits at the crossroads of jewelry and horology.
Looks-wise, the watch that comes the closest to an all-steel model is now the ref. 116509, which is cast in solid 18k white gold and has the price tag to prove it.That means a delve into the archives is the only avenue still open should you want one, and it is the previous generation that is proving the most affordable. The ‘Zenith’ Daytona ref. 16520, powered by the fabled El Primero, is still the gateway into steel Cosmograph Daytona ownership.Of course, the word ‘affordable’ is all relative. Prices start at around the $20,000 mark, which is a hefty slice of anyone’s money. Yet beyond being one of the most handsome and capable models ever made, any Rolex Daytona represents perhaps the surest investments watch collecting has to offer.It’s a tough call, but the starkly austere Explorer might well be the watch that has changed the least (visually) over its 70-year run. That is even for a manufacture that updates aesthetics at the glacial pace that Rolex does. Every reference, from the prototype Pre-Explorer ref. 6150 from 1952 up to the last of the ref. 114270s in 2010, have been simple three handers, with the beautifully legible white on black 3/6/9 dials, housed in a 36mm case.Then along came the ref. 214270, identical in the detailing but the first example to grow beyond the dimensions in 58-years, measuring 39mm. It increased in size for the same reason as the Datejust – fashions demanded it – but unlike that watch, it became the only option available.That is no bad thing. The Explorer is perhaps the last of the true tool watches in the Rolex catalog. There is nothing about any iteration of the watch that is designed to look flashy or draw attention to itself, and a few extra millimeters doesn’t change that. The new Explorer is basically the old Explorer, and whichever you choose will come down to whether your wrist size suits one or the other.Its strength has always been in its simplicity, and it remains one of the best value for money prospects on the pre-owned Rolex market. $5,000-$6,000 is the buy-in point for a well set up example of the ref. 114270 or, if you fancy going the real vintage route, the celebrated ref. 1016 (personal timepiece of James Bond author Ian Fleming) starts at a little over twice that. Tough, elegant and perfectly built, the Explorer has always stayed true to Rolex’s roots.
Case is measured to be 41mm in diameter, 14.8mm thick, which includes the crystal glass thickness. The case is 1:1 replicated from original so it has the same size as genuine.Dial is black. Iconic Tudor’s reverse hour hand and shield logo in golden color. Those round hour markers are filled with white Swiss SuperLume material while having yellow gold edge, so are hands. At 3 o’clock, there is a small window displaying date that features black date font in white background. The dial will emit strong green light in dark place, the green dial lume on the replica is the same as genuine.Black dial is protected by sapphire crystal, which is dome shaped and features colorless double-sided AR Coating. With this advantage and see from any angle, the dial will be clearly readable even under sun light condition.Besides the domed crystal face, another element that adds some vintage favor to this replica is its special rivet bracelet, which is made of 316L stainless steel and its central link has 5-mils yello gold coating. The two tone bracelet has a deployant clasp, when the clasp is folded, it looks like a big Tudor shield logo. If you are interested in buying the replica, please check its specification in the following.Movement: Swiss ETA 2824-2 Automatic, 25 Jewels, 28800bph, Nickle Plated Case: 41mm*14.8mm, 316L Stainless Steel, Uni-Directional Rotating Bezel Crystal: Domed Sapphire with Colorless AR Coating, Double Sided Dial: Black with Superlumed Hour Markers and Hands Bracelet: Two Tone, Steel and Yellow Gold Plated Water Resistant: 50m V10 Rolex Sea-Dweller DEEPSEA 116660 D-Blue Made with 904L Stainless Steel Unveiled by Noob(new updated 126660) The Sea-Dweller DEEPSEA 116660 is one of the best-selling replica Rolex watches in the past, since Noob firstly used 904L stainless steel on the Batman GMT and Submariner, DEEPSEA 116660 is not as popular as Noob’s other flagship products like Daytona V3, Submariner V10, etc. Now, Noob published the latest V10 edition of this replica Rolex D-Blue 116660, I think it will become hot again, many of you guys who bought this watch before may want to replace by this one that is made with 904L stainless steel.This is a big watch that is specially designed for robust guys, case diameter is up to 43mm, and almost 17.5mm thick, not many people are willing to choose D-Blue 116660 as their first watch because it is really too big. And due to the new 904L stainless steel material on case and bracelet, the watch feels heavier than before.Besides 904L stainless steel case material, another big change on this V10 DEEPSEA 116660 lies in the movement, which is changed to Super Clone 3235. In all previous versions, Noob used 3135 movement, this is a big progress they made on this watch.On the V10 edition of DEEPSEA Sea-Dweller D-Blue 116660, Noob also claimed that the ceramic material used on the bezel is upgraded, they said this ceramic is different from that of previous Noob Ceramic watches, this ceramic is imported, so I suppose that they have a special channel to get the ceramic material used in the real watch, so that they have the confidence to said the ceramic is Swiss quality.The gradient dial is classic, the upper half on top is blue, the lower half below is black, such dial color design exactly meets the main theme which this watch wants to represents – the challenge to deep sea. After being improved many times, the gradient dial color looks more natural now.The bracelet is made with 904L stainless steel that is fully brushed, the bracelet is long and does not suit people who have small wrist. This bracelet would be the best fit for such a big watch, other leather or nylon band, while I think is impossible to bear the heavy weight of the case. Inside the case, there is a clone 3235 machine, actually Noob has installed this machine in its previous Single Red Sea-Dweller 126600, the movement has all necessary information engraved on the plates and rotor in gold tone, Noob factory also offers another movement option for this watch, that is a clone ETA 2836.AR factory also makes this watch, I think it is the main competitor of Noob. AR has improved this replica three times, the latest edition is V3, it is also made with 904L stainless steel, while with better case and bracelet finish I think, the movement in ARF 116660 is a clone ETA 2824, while it is also a good movement choice.
The crown logo on the buckle is not as good as gen. Movement and Crown Brand-new original ETA 25J movement, the replica Rolex Yacht-Master can be equipped with 2824 or 2836 movement, its daily inaccuracy is less than 5 seconds.SuperLume Dial and Hands The lume color has no difference between hour markers and hands.Having introduced several pieces of vintage Rolex replica watches here, and some has won the praise, especially the Daytona Paul Newman. This time I will share another vintage Rolex here, it is Milgauss 6541 replica. Genuine watch was published by Rolex in the 50s, although not as popular as other vintage models like Paul Newman, GMT 1675, Submariner Vintage 5510 and other vintage PAMs. My watch supplier told me that all vintage Rolex models in our market are manufactured by the same factory, including this Milgauss 6541, which has attracted me due to its special dial details.It is not a replica that should be called a super clone like other replicas made by Noob, J12 and V6, but I love it just because of its retro style and some special symbols. Case is 38mm in diameter, black bezel has a big triangle mark in orange color at 12 o’clock, there are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 digits and triangle markers all in white. The bezel could be unidirectional rotating. Dial is black and has special patterns, all hands are in silver tone, unique lighting second hand has a red tip that is very eye catching. Three-dimensional silver triangle marker at 3, 6 and 9, other hour markers are all yellow dots. The word “MILGAUSS” under Rolex Crown Logo is in orange color, which exactly matches the orange triangle bezel marker. I can not check how close the replica is made to genuine, but I already has all necessary features of those vintage Milgauss watches produced in that period. If you are a collector of vintage Rolex and hard to find a genuine Milgauss 6541, this one could become a perfect alternative.The replica uses a clone ETA 2836-2 automatic movement, here I made a movement test, see the result on the photo below, it said that there is only one second error each day, and the beating frequency is also the same as genuine ETA 2836-2 movement, which is 28800vph. In a word, this replica not only does well in acting as a vintage Milgauss 6541, but also offers the wearer accurate timing. It is worth buying.Today, I am about to introduce one Panerai replica watch that is engraved with Florentine motifs. Yes, it is the latest Luminor 1950 Firenze 3 Days, with a reference PAM 972. This is not the first PAM which Panerai published with Florentine motifs on case and movement. We know that PAM 604 and PAM 672 also have these special engravings, but these two PAMs are Radiomir limited editions. For PAM 972, it is absolutely the first Luminor watch with Florentine motifs. Now, in Panerai watch family, PAM 972 is also the only one Panerai Luminor watch with such unique engravings. Based on the traditional PAM 372, Panerai made this engraved version PAM 972. The replica PAM 972 Firenze here is made by V9, which is a new factory. It is said that this V9 factory now makes the best Rolex Submariner replica watches, but I do not think so. However, this Panerai Luminor Firenze PAM 972 replica made by V9 has a good quality.I do not know why Panerai makes these special engraved PAMs, whatever, the main purpose I think is to show respect to Firenze, which is the design inspiration of early Panerai watches. Actually the design concept of many modern Panerai models is also coming from this old Italy city.
Two important IWC watches are just published by ZF factory in our market, they are from Pilot chrono series of IWC, Top Gun IW389001 and IW389002. Both watches use ceramic case and military-style nylon band. They are good choices for military watch fans. Here I post specification of these two watches.Movement: Asia Valjoux 7750, Real Chronograph Function Case: 44mm*17mm, High Quality Imported Black Ceramic Crystal: Sapphire with Swiss Standard AR Coating Dial: IW389001 with Black Dial, IW389002 with Green Dial. Green Superlume on Markers and Hands Bracelet: Nylon Clad Calf Leather Strap with Deployant Clasp Water Resistant: 30m Both replica watches have black ceramic case that is brushed, whether in the front or sides, the entire case is brushed, both chronograph buttons are also brushed with polished round edge. The case diameter is up to 44mm, because of ceramic material, the case feels heavy. Case back has correct engravings in brushed surface, there are “TOP GUN” sculpture and other engravings.
