Regarding the Royal Oak Diver watch replica, it once enjoyed significant popularity, but that has declined substantially. Both the 15703 and 15710 models were best replicated by JF, who upgraded them to the latest V10 edition. However, with the closure of the JF manufacturer, these high-quality replicas have been unavailable for some time until ZF took over production. Nonetheless, it appears that enthusiasts recognize ZF more for other Royal Oak models like the 15400 and 15500. Fortunately, the APS factory has stepped up, becoming a significant player in developing superior movements for AP replicas after JF. The 3120 movement from APS, used in their Royal Oak 15400, is currently the best clone available. In July, APS released the V2 edition of the replica 15710, which is promising news as it stands as the only high-quality clone 15710 on the market.
Moving on to the new Replica Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Diver watch 15720, neither ZF nor APS has ventured into making replicas of this model. If you seek a good 15720 replica, your best options are BF and IPF, with IPF being the superior choice. The photos I shared are from IPF. Unfortunately, the meaning behind the name “IP” remains unknown to me. The IPF 15720 replica comes in four color options: black, grey, green, and blue, all of which are impressive. Particularly notable is its movement, based on the Japanese Miyota 9015, indicating good quality. The IPF 15720 features a 42mm solid stainless steel case that is brushed and a 14.2mm thickness. The black bezel is made of ceramic, with a vertically brushed front and polished edges. The AP case is notably angular and challenging to replicate accurately. JF previously excelled in this, producing the most beautiful cases.
The dial of the 15720 appears more compact compared to the 15710, though I prefer the latter’s dial style. The hour markers on the 15720 are wider, allowing for more luminous material, enhancing its visibility in the dark. The inner bezel features a yellow diving stripe and yellow numeral markers, improving the black dial’s readability. The movement, visible through the crystal back, features golden engravings and a prominent AP logo on the skeleton rotor. IPF has invested time and effort in modifying the movement, resulting in a decent clone 4308, which is stable and reliable. However, there is still a noticeable difference between this clone 4308 and a top-tier super clone. It is likely that APS and ZF will eventually produce a replica watch, but this is not expected until the latter half of 2023.
