BT (3K) Factory has released the V2 iteration for the recent Panda Daytona, internally named the P2 version by the manufacturer. Key upgrade highlights: the length of three sub‑dial hands has been revised to match the genuine reference; the end‑link‑to‑lug fit creates the “three golden curved‑gap” seam effect on both sides. The overall case thickness measures 12.2 mm. The 12‑o’clock triangle marker on the ceramic bezel, the five‑claw dial logo and the central chronograph seconds hand form a perfectly vertical, bilaterally‑symmetrical alignment.
In my personal opinion, these updates serve mostly to sustain product hype. The improvements are somewhat marginal. Even so, they demonstrate the factory’s technical capability and its ambition to dominate the replica Daytona market.
Let’s revisit the manufacturer overview for the BT‑Factory Daytona:
Reference 116500 dimensions: 40 mm diameter × 12.2 mm thickness. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds. Cal.4130 movement with 72‑hour power reserve. Sapphire crystal dial options: white dial, black dial. Material: 904L stainless‑steel bracelet sourced from AR‑Factory for bracelet and bezel insert. Platinum‑plated Cerachrom ceramic bezel with Swiss‑grade luminous coating. 100‑metre water‑resistance; total watch weight 148 grams.
The BT‑Factory Daytona with Cal.4130 movement measures 12.2 mm thick. Other market variants utilise the 7750 base with a fake decorated module. These reduce overall thickness by shortening hand stems, resulting in very poor reliability and failure to match genuine‑watch specifications.
BT employs the original N‑variant Dandong‑built Cal.4130 movement. The case‑back bridges feature engraved and electroplated lettering for enhanced brightness. The steel bracelet is sourced from AR‑Factory. Furthermore, the clasp receives revised proportional dimensions.
The case is machined by N‑Factory referencing the latest 2022 genuine reference. Updates include polished glossy case‑back dimensions and improved curvature of the case‑back knurled edge.
Hands are upgraded by Buff‑Factory. All three sub‑dial hands plus the central chronograph seconds hand are custom‑built as solid‑tube hands with mushroom‑shaped rounded hand tips.
The Cerachrom ceramic bezel is further improved with platinum plating that resists discoloration, alongside optimised font weight for the bezel markings.
The white dial follows the 2022 genuine‑watch reference. Formulated with Swiss ink and Korean ceramic compound, it delivers a thick‑textured creamy milky‑white tone with zero colour deviation from the original, eliminating the dull, grey‑tinged “dead white” seen on competing replicas.
Each applied hour marker is individually CNC‑machined and hand‑finished along edges. Luminous material is Swiss‑sourced luminous powder matching the genuine’s glow colour, delivering the most authentic luminous effect available on the replica market.
High‑clarity sapphire crystal is fitted without bulky rounded edge distortion that plagues competing products. Only BT‑Factory replicates this genuine‑spec crystal detail.
Better Factory is run by watch‑making artisans with 30 years of manufacturing experience. It boasts strong resource integration capabilities, solid technical heritage and extensive industry connections. As previously covered, the factory also produces the 3K Ballon Bleu and 3K Nautilus lines. Its movement‑development competence and market standing are proven. If after‑sales support can keep pace with product quality, I can highly recommend this model.
