After the New Year festivities, it seems that nearly all watch manufacturers have resumed operations. I initially didn't expect such an early return, but now everything is back to the usual pace. The most exciting development is that the VS Factory has reopened without any changes to its name; they are still known as VS or VSF. As mentioned in my previous update, you can now place orders with them for Panerai, Omega Seamaster, Omega Planet Ocean, and Rolex Submariner models. Once an order is placed, it typically takes about three days for processing and quality checks before the watches are shipped. The return of the VS Factory will undoubtedly heat up the competition in the Rolex segment, especially between VSF and Clean Factory. This raises an intriguing question for enthusiasts: which Submariner is the superior choice, the VSF or the Clean? Everyone is naturally seeking the best option. It's worth noting that Datejust models from VS Factory are still unavailable.
Watch Highlights
Below are images showcasing various timepieces:
Panerai, Omega Seamaster, and Planet Ocean are from VSF.
Tudor Pelagos is by XF.
The top-notch AP RO 15400 from APS Factory.
Jaeger LeCoultre Moonphase crafted by GF.
DIW Carbon Rolex from JH Factory.
GS V4 Rolex GMT-Master II.
Factory Reopenings and New Releases
Another positive update is that the V6 Factory has also resumed operations. They had stopped taking orders throughout 2021, but now they're back. You can order several models from them, including the Hublot Big Bang, IWC Aquatimer, and Cartier Ballon Bleu.
New Models and Movements
Lastly, let me introduce two new models associated with Noob. While these aren't officially from the Noob factory, three new watches have been released, often seen on sites listing them with the "Noob" tag. However, these watches are not produced by the Noob factory itself; they feature the 4130 movement, once exclusive to Noob, supplied by a movement factory. The case and dial finishes remain uncertain.
