Left vs. Right: Detailed Comparison of Original Audemars Piguet 15710 and APS Replica
On the left is the original Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 15710 watch, while on the right is the APS replica version. At first glance, both appear completely identical.
The APS factory uses imported sapphire glass, providing a mirror effect that perfectly matches the original. Additionally, the inner side of the glass is coated with a clear film to enhance the watch’s readability under various lighting conditions.
The finishing of the hands is meticulous; they appear thick when viewed from the side, and the edges are sharply finished without any roughness, enhancing the overall quality. The logo and lettering are printed with thick, clear ink, maintaining readability. Both watches feature a “cookie” textured background, with the thickness and size of the APS version matching the original precisely, including magnification consistency.
On the back of the AP15710 watch, the movement is visible through a sapphire glass. The 3120 integrated movement has been meticulously crafted to match the original, ensuring durability and stability. The intricate finishing of the movement and clear structural details are impressive. The engravings on the movement are laser-etched and feature gold plating, while the balance wheel design is vividly three-dimensional, with bright red rubies.
Unlike many smaller manufacturers that overlook the case back, the APS factory pays great attention to detail, ensuring even the unseen movement case back is finely polished. The engraving layout on the case back is precise, with consistent font thickness and depth, ensuring that the case height matches the original perfectly.
The APS 15710 case is made from 316L stainless steel with a brushed finish, providing a premium feel. The crown at the top left is wrapped in a rubber ring, allowing for adjustment of the internal settings. The operation is identical to the original: twist clockwise to pull out, counterclockwise to adjust, and to lock, press down while twisting counterclockwise.