The VS Factory Submariner Date 116618LN, universally celebrated by collectors as the classic 40mm “Solid Gold Black Sub,” represents the ultimate statement piece in the luxury dive watch category. Flawlessly marrying the rugged durability of the Submariner with the incredible prestige of 18K yellow gold, this masterpiece is designed to command attention. Driven by VSF’s legendary custom VS3135 movement, this super clone perfectly replicates the genuine 1:1 structural architecture. With its impeccably accurate yellow gold tone, classic “maxi case” proportions, and unmatched crystal clarity, this model completely surpasses all other market versions.
Key Specifications
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Factory: VS Factory (VSF)
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Model Reference: 116618LN (40mm Solid Yellow Gold Oyster Configuration)
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Movement: Custom VS3135 (Dandong) Automatic Movement
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Case Dimensions: 40mm Diameter / 12.8mm Thickness (Exact to classic genuine specifications)
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Material: 904L Stainless Steel base with Premium Heavy 18K Yellow Gold Plating
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Bezel: Uni-directional Black Cerachrom Ceramic with Gold PVD Numerals
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Dial: Deep Glossy Black with Chromalight Luminous Markers
Detailed Features & Upgrades
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Premium 18K Yellow Gold Plating: The biggest challenge in producing a full-gold super clone is achieving the correct color tone. VSF has masterfully perfected the warm, rich, and luxurious hue of genuine Rolex 18K yellow gold. This heavy, premium plating completely envelops the case, bezel, crown, and the entire solid Oyster bracelet, expertly avoiding the overly brassy or “cheesy” tones found in lower-tier replicas.
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The Legendary VS3135 Movement: Beneath the luxurious exterior beats VSF’s highly coveted VS3135 movement. Built 1:1 from the ground up, it features the exact structural architecture of the genuine Rolex 3135 caliber, offering authentic time-setting direction, a highly stable power reserve, and incredible long-term reliability.
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Classic 40mm “Maxi Case” Geometry: Perfectly capturing the bold, iconic look of the 116618 generation, this case features the wider lug profile and the standard 20mm bracelet lug width, offering a highly substantial, heavy, and commanding presence on the wrist.
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Black Cerachrom Bezel with Gold Numerals: The deep, glossy black ceramic bezel insert creates a stunning contrast against the heavy gold case. It features precisely engraved numerals filled with a real gold PVD coating, ensuring the numbers remain brilliantly reflective and will not tarnish or darken over time.
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Unmatched Crystal Clarity & “Black Hole” Effect: VSF is famous for producing the absolute best scratch-resistant sapphire crystals in the industry. The highly transparent glass features the perfect “black hole” visual effect on the date cyclops, utilizing a genuine-spec anti-reflective coating that makes the date pop with incredible clarity against the black dial.
