VSF Rolex Submariner 114060 No-Date | DD3130 Collector-Spec Release

The VSF 114060 “No-Date” (Oyster): Our Release Standard

The 11-series 114060 “No-Date” is the purist’s modern Submariner, defined by its muscular 40mm Maxi Case. Without a date window or Cyclops magnifier, the dial is laid bare—meaning any misalignment, poor printing, or lack of symmetry is instantly magnified. Furthermore, lower-tier factories routinely use modified date movements (like a standard 3135), resulting in a dead “ghost click” when setting the time. Our role is to take the VSF baseline further: every 114060 is individually screened for absolute dial symmetry, true DD3130 mechanics (no ghost position), deep glossy black dial execution, True Platinum PVD bezel infill, tight SEL fitment on the 20mm fully brushed Oyster bracelet, Witschi-regulated timing performance, and verified factory batch-tested water resistance before it is released.

The specifications below describe the watch we ship—not the average watch that leaves the factory. Every watch must pass the stated visual, mechanical, and timing criteria before it is submitted for customer QC.

1. True DD3130 Mechanics (No Ghost Position)

• Dedicated Dandong DD3130 Platform: The most frustrating tell on a No-Date replica is pulling the crown and feeling a useless “click” for a hidden date wheel. The released units are powered by the dedicated DD3130 clone movement. It features only two crown positions (winding and time-setting), exactly like genuine.
• Proven Reliability: The DD3130 shares the bulletproof architecture of the legendary 31-series clone movements, delivering a stable ~48-hour power reserve, exceptional winding smoothness, and long-term durability.

2. Uncompromised Symmetry & Dial Execution

• Perfect Index Alignment: Without a date window, visual balance is everything. We aggressively QC the 3, 6, and 9 baton indices, as well as the 12 o’clock triangle, to ensure they sit perfectly aligned against the minute track.
• Inky Glossy Black Finish: We reject dials with matte imperfections or dusty textures, ensuring a deep, liquid-like glossy black reflection under the flat, AR-coated sapphire crystal.

3. 40mm Maxi Case Hardware & Oyster Bracelet

• 11-Series Maxi Case Architecture (40mm/20mm): The 114060 features the classic “Maxi Case” profile with broader, more aggressive lugs. Crafted from premium 904L stainless steel, the midcase delivers the exact weight and tactile feel (~152g) of the genuine reference without the need for tungsten modifications.
• Fully Brushed Oyster Bracelet: The 20mm Oyster bracelet features a pristine, vertically brushed finish across all links. The solid end links sit tight and flush against the bold Maxi lugs, with no visible SEL light bleed. The Glidelock clasp is tested for smooth tracking and secure closure.
• True Platinum PVD Infill: The black ceramic bezel is infused with True Platinum PVD numerals, offering a bright, silvery-white contrast that resists environmental darkening.

4. QC & Water Resistance

• 100M Custom Factory Batch-Tested: Under our unified custom standard with the VS factory, our allocations are batch-tested during production to withstand 10 ATM (100m) of water resistance, clearing them for normal swimming.
• Strict Pre-Dispatch QC: Rather than performing redundant individual pressure tests, our in-house inspection is laser-focused on what matters most before shipping: verifying flawless exterior aesthetics (symmetry, brushing, SELs), confirming movement health, and regulating the timekeeping on a Witschi machine to our internal bench target of −6/+6 seconds per day.
• Two-Year Mechanical Warranty: The DD3130 is backed for two full years against qualifying movement faults. Our responsibility does not begin when a failure occurs—it begins with rejecting substandard units before they are ever shipped.

Collector FAQ: Quality Control Standards