Uncovering the Clean Factory: the birthplace of the high-end replica watch
1. History: From parts supplier to industry leader
1.1 Initial period (2015-2020)
Clean Factory (C Factory for short) originated in the watch industrial belt of Shenzhen, China. At the beginning, its core business was the production of ceramic rim, refined steel watch case and other precision accessories . Its 904L stainless steel parts were better than the industry standard 316L steel, and quickly became the supplier of head copy brands such as N Factory and AR factory .
1.2 Technology accumulation period (2020-2023)
As the demand for “full link independent production” in the reproduction market escalated, C Factory began to integrate the supply chain:
· Established strategic cooperation with Swiss ETA movement manufacturers, and introduced Dandong 3135/3235 movement as the basic module
· Independently developed guide pillar wheel timing structure , breaking through the thickness limit of traditional engraving chronograph movement
1.3 Brand breakout period (2024-present)
After the industry reorganization in 2024, with the complete industrial chain layout, C Factory ranks the top of reproduction watch comprehensive strength , its product line covers Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe and other eight luxury brand classic models, the global market share of more than 30%.
2. Core technology: Defining new
2.1 ceramic rim technology revolution
· Using multistage gradient sintering technology , the color difference between ceramic ring and genuine color is less than 0.5% (the industry average is 2%), and the wear resistance is improved by 300%.
· V4 version of green circle through spectral analysis to restore Rolex iconic emerald green, become the industry benchmark .
2.2 movement reengraving breakthrough
|
Technical category |
Innovation point |
Application watch |
|
Super 3130 movement |
72-hour power reserve |
No calendar black Submariner 124060 |
|
Dandong 4130 chronograph movement |
The thickness is the same as |
The Daytona series |
2.3 detailed simulation system
·IP platinum plating process : character nail color and genuine white gold material visual consistency of 98%
· Swiss C1+C3 luminous powder : achieve the same as the original factory for 8 hours of continuous fluorescence effect
3. Explosive product line analysis
3.1 Submariner
· Technical milestone : the world’s first three-code in one (case, movement, card code synchronization) reproduction product
· iteration path :
·Second generation Submariner (2022) : to solve the problem of ring fading
·Third generation Submariner (2024) : Upgraded ceramic ring V4 + Improved Oyster chain damping
3.2 Daytona
· The 4130 movement is equipped with vertical clutch device to realize zero shaking of the chronograph second hand
· Panda Daytona dial using multi-layer nano coating , strong light without glare interference
3.3 Datejust
· 36mm/41mm double size coverage, original five bead chain flexible adjustment system , wear comfort increased by 40%
· The colors of special disk surfaces such as mint green and green straw are certified by the Pantone
4. Production system: precision manufacturing moat
4.1 supply chain vertical integration
· Self-built ceramic sintering workshop (Shenzhen) + Movement Assembly Center (Guangzhou Huangpu)
· Developed ultra-thin automatic winding module in cooperation with Japan Citron
4.2 Quality control matrix
·Triple quality inspection system :
·Incoming spectrum detection of raw materials
·Assembly process 36 stress tests
·Finished product 48-hour simulated wear test
4.3 after-sales service system
·The global network covers 15 countries, providing two years free warranty movement
·Spare parts lifetime supply commitment, support personalized modification service
5. Industry influence and future layout
The Strategic Plan 2025
· nano-coated ceramic ring : scratch resistance increased to Mohs hardness class 9
· Smart wear integration : Research and development of tourbillon watch with integrated heart rate monitoring
· Environmental protection production line : the goal to achieve 100% recycling of waste
Clean Factory is rewriting the rules of the global reproduction watch industry through technology deep digging + ecological closed loop strategy. Its development trajectory reveals a unique path: from accessory foundry to standard setter, from underground workshop to invisible champion with independent intellectual property rights. This precision empire hidden in Shenzhen Industrial zone is constantly impacting the value cognition system of the traditional watch industry with millimeter-level technological innovation
