It’s been quite some time since my last review post. My days are filled with tasks at a watch factory in China. Daily, I witness a multitude of individuals from all corners of the globe descending upon the largest replica watch market to make their purchases, with a significant preference for affordable quartz replicas. This raises the question of whether their love for watches, even replicas, truly shines through. Perhaps they are unaware that by taking a small leap further, they could acquire a long-lasting high-end 1:1 replica watch. It’s possible they are unsure of where to find authentic 1:1 Swiss replica timepieces. This blog is my way of guiding individuals to the finest replicas available in the market. With direct connections to well-known factories like Noob, BP, ZF, V6 – renowned for crafting premium replicas of Swiss brands such as Rolex, Panerai, and Hublot – I aim to assist enthusiasts in securing their desired watches at the best possible prices.
Today, I aim to provide a review of another vintage replica Panerai timepiece – the Radiomir 1940 California PAM 718. This watch is termed vintage due to its dial style, featuring the exclusive California design reminiscent of earlier Panerai models. Adorned with blue hands accompanied by minute track scales, it resides within a classic 42mm diameter Radiomir case composed of 316L stainless steel, meticulously polished to a reflective sheen. The seamlessly integrated lugs and smooth round bezel enhance the case’s aesthetics. Crafted as a single-forged piece, the case showcases meticulous finishing by the watch masters at V6 factory. The black California dial showcases a mix of unique characters as hour markers, with only two blue hands indicating the hours and minutes. In low light conditions, both the hands and hour markers emit a robust green glow. With the exception of “L SWISS L,” no additional engravings or markings embellish this special dial.
The replica Panerai PAM 718 boasts a clone P.1000 movement, whereby the factory employs a Chinese manual winding movement as a base, subsequently modifying it to emulate the decoration and markings of the genuine P.1000 Caliber. The primary distinction lies in the power reserve duration, with the authentic P.1000 Caliber offering a 3-day power reserve when fully wound. The movement is visible through a transparent case back; therefore, it’s advisable not to showcase the watch to Panerai watch experts through its movement, as they could easily discern its replica status, despite the remarkable authenticity of the dial and other intricate details. The genuine black leather strap features meticulous black hand stitching, boasting a texture akin to authentic calf leather, delivering exceptional comfort when worn.
