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ZF Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Chronograph 26393BC
ZF delivers a highly competent structural replication of the complex Code 11.59 case geometry alongside a reliable Calibre 4401 clone.
Driven by Calibre 4401 Clone
The mechanical core of this replica is the Calibre 4401 clone, engineered to support a fully functional chronograph layout. The movement utilizes a working column wheel to govern the start, stop, and reset functions, providing a crisp tactile response at the pushers. Visually, the open-worked 22k-style rotor and decorated bridges are finished to align closely with the genuine AP architecture, passing for visual fidelity through the exhibition caseback.
This specific Calibre 4401 clone is regulated to operate within a tolerance of 卤10��15 seconds per day, ensuring dependable daily timekeeping for a complex mechanical chronograph.
- �� Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
- �� Complications: Hours, minutes, sweeping sub-seconds, date, and fully functional chronograph
- �� Winding Direction: Unidirectional (rotor winds efficiently in one direction)
Construction & Specifications
The 41mm x 12.8mm case accurately replicates the complex octagonal mid-case nested within the round bezel and caseback, featuring precise brushed and polished alternating finishing.
The lacquered dial captures the dark perimeter fading into a vivid blue center. Applied indices and hands are polished to reflect light dynamically, matching the genuine profile.
The fixed bezel is exceptionally thin, maximizing the dial aperture. It features a high-polish finish that contrasts sharply with the brushed surfaces of the mid-case.
Fitted with a high-quality black fabric strap that integrates cleanly into the open-worked lugs, secured by a well-machined folding clasp with correct AP engravings.
Why We Selected ZF
Collectors frequently ask: ��Why not APSF?��
While APSF produces an excellent Code 11.59, ZF was selected for this specific reference due to its superior execution of the double-curved sapphire crystal. The ZF crystal exhibits slightly less distortion at extreme viewing angles, preserving the legibility of the smoky blue dial closer to the genuine optical experience.
Worth Noting: Due to the underlying architecture of the modified chronograph movement, the rotor noise on the ZF Calibre 4401 clone is slightly more pronounced than the genuine caliber in quiet environments.
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Data Sheet
| MODEL REFERENCE | 26393BC.OO.A002CR.01 |
| FACTORY / VERSION | ZF Edition |
| MOVEMENT | Calibre 4401 Clone |
| CASE MATERIAL | 316L Stainless Steel (White Gold Plated) |
| WEIGHT & THICKNESS | 90g | 12.8mm |
| CRYSTAL & LUME | Double-Curved Sapphire | Super-LumiNova |
| DIMENSIONS | 41.0mm � 12.8mmFigures are measured by hand; small tolerances apply. |
| WATER RESISTANCE | 30m stated rating �� professional pressure test recommended before swimming |
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Collector Q&A
Q: Does the double-curved sapphire crystal on the ZF Code 11.59 match the genuine optical effect?
A: Yes, ZF has replicated the complex double-curved profile, which features an internal dome and an external curve. This creates the signature optical illusion where the dial appears to magnify and shift at certain viewing angles.
Q: Are all chronograph functions operational on this Calibre 4401 clone?
A: Yes, the movement features a fully functional chronograph with a working column wheel, allowing for smooth start, stop, and reset operations for the sub-dials.
Q: How accurate is the smoky blue gradient dial compared to the authentic 26393BC?
A: The ZF dial achieves a highly accurate color transition from the vivid blue center to the dark perimeter. However, under direct macro lighting, the lacquer layers may appear slightly thicker than those on the genuine piece.
Q: Is the rotor noise noticeable on this specific movement?
A: Due to the underlying architecture of the modified chronograph movement, the rotor can be slightly audible in quiet environments. This is a known quirk of the Calibre 4401 clone and does not affect timekeeping performance.