The comparison between APR Factory (APRF) and APS Factory (APS) for the Richard Mille parts:
Case Comparison
- APRF: Imported NTPT carbon fiber – natural texture with light‑shadow flow; edge chamfering correct; weight 70g.
- APS: Domestic NTPT – flat, rigid texture; edge chamfering incorrect; weight 75g.
Barrel Comparison
- APRF: 10 o‘clock – clean sandblasting, fine gear detail; 12 o’clock – neat, fine brushing.
- APS: 10 o‘clock – rough sandblasting, poor gear detail; 12 o’clock – poor finish, cost‑cutting.
Hands Comparison
- APRF: Correct thickness, sits flush with dial; clean profile; sandblasted surface bright and burr‑free; clean lume fill.
- APS: Too thick, sits awkwardly; proportion off; rough sandblasting, burrs present; lacks a premium feel.
Movement Back Side Material Comparison
- APRF: Original parts modified – titanium bridges; integrated bridges with fine brushing; precision‑sandblasted bright‑colored gears.
- APS: Asian integrated movement – steel with black coating; bridges rough‑brushed; grey‑black gears lack depth.
Movement Non‑Indexed Balance Comparison
- APRF: Original balance and shock absorber system – non‑indexed adjustment identical to genuine; stable, high authenticity.
- APS: Similar non‑indexed adjustment principle, but inferior texture, less stable, higher failure rate.