Clean Factory Edition — Oyster Bracelet
Clean Factory’s iteration of the reference 116505 Daytona establishes a rigorous standard for precious-metal chronograph replicas. By integrating an 18K rose gold plating process over a solid 904L Oystersteel substrate, this release mitigates the typical color-matching discrepancies found in earlier iterations. Forum consensus highlights its precise chocolate dial tone, which balances warmth and depth without exhibiting the overly saturated red hues common in lesser variants.
At the core operates the highly regarded ShangHai clone Caliber 4130, engineered to replicate the genuine Rolex architecture 1:1. This automatic chronograph mechanism features a fully functional column wheel and vertical clutch, ensuring crisp pusher engagement and a sweeping sub-seconds display. The inclusion of a paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring and KIF shock absorbers further stabilizes the regulation, yielding reliable daily performance.
The 40mm case maintains the exact 12.2mm thickness of the 2022 genuine counterpart, an achievement made possible by the bespoke movement. The dial, rendered in a rich chocolate hue, features crisp typography and properly proportioned sub-dials that catch the light dynamically. The tachymeter bezel is meticulously engraved, matching the depth and font weight of the OEM specification, while the Oyster bracelet integrates seamlessly with the new style flip-lock clasp.
- Movement: ShangHai Clone Caliber 4130 — Approximately 36 hours
- Case Material: 18K rose gold plated 904L Oystersteel, 40mm diameter, 46.5mm lug-to-lug, ~142g
- Bezel: 18K rose gold plated tachymeter, precise engraving depth
- Crystal: Scratch-proof sapphire with semi-invisible crown etched at 6:00
- Bracelet: 18K rose gold plated 904L Oyster bracelet, flip-lock clasp with polished crown
- Water Resistance: 50 meters — professional pressure test recommended before swimming. Do not operate chronograph pushers or the crown while the watch is submerged.
This piece appeals to horological enthusiasts seeking the commanding presence of a full rose gold Daytona without the premium of solid precious metal. It serves as a highly capable daily wearer for those who appreciate complex mechanical chronographs and exact case proportions.


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