The weighted‑case concept was first introduced by GS‑Factory. We have previously published an article explaining its working principle, which simply involves adding a copper weight inside the case‑back.

The name TED appears to have been thought up on impulse by VS‑Factory. Whatever the case, it is likely that even higher‑priced releases will follow the TED version. Marketing claims state that the case weight comes extremely close to that of the genuine watch. This is not particularly difficult to achieve, depending on how the internal weighting is implemented, and it is expected to adopt a more sophisticated solution than GS‑Factory. Even so, the factory may raise its price by two to three hundred just for an added copper block. Whether this extra cost is worthwhile is open to debate.

The timepiece is still fitted with the specially‑developed Dandong 3235 movement. Its advantages are a low failure rate and an extended power reserve. One major drawback: should the movement malfunction, it has to be sent back to the factory for repair. As most buyers are aware, service turnaround usually takes two to three months — about as long as a recovery period after an ICU stay.

The factory states that the weight of the watch case matches the genuine reference exactly. However, weighting cannot be added to the clasp due to a complete lack of available internal space. As a result, the overall total weight of the watch will still differ slightly from the original. Buyers who are highly sensitive to weight differences are advised to choose the steel‑case Yacht‑Master instead.

Personally, rather than the white‑gold Yacht‑Master, I am more eager to see VS‑Factory release a titanium‑metal version. Since titanium is the same material used on the genuine watch, achieving a weight difference of only a few grams would not be difficult.This weighted‑edition Yacht‑Master is currently available for pre‑order. Pre‑orders are a common marketing tactic used by factories. Interested buyers may reach out via WeChat.