Really great forum story!

[wach16]

I will keep it brief but a few months ago, I sent a PM to Rajurama (Rick) and asked him where he sourced the kelly green croc strap he has shown a few times in pictures on his PAM00684. He responded almost immediately that he has a strap maker local to him, halfway around the world from me. Initially dismayed, I kept reading to see his incredibly generous offer to reach out to see if the strap maker would make another one and Rick offered to ship it to me when it was complete. I could not believe how nice of a gesture that was but quickly took him up on the offer. He responded within a few days that the strap maker would oblige the request and we exchanged emails with the relevant information. Fast forward to a couple weeks ago and the strap was done, Rick quickly put it in the mail and sent it from Dubai all the way to the US which I just received yesterday. Rick is all class and it is times like these that this crazy hobby of ours starts to make a little more sense. Thank you again, Rick and now on to some pictures!

[rootbeer7]

Is it the Emperor’s new clothes

[rajurama]

Originally Posted by wach16

I will keep it brief but a few months ago, I sent a PM to Rajurama (Rick) and asked him where he sourced the kelly green croc strap he has shown a few times in pictures on his PAM00684. He responded almost immediately that he has a strap maker local to him, halfway around the world from me. Initially dismayed, I kept reading to see his incredibly generous offer to reach out to see if the strap maker would make another one and Rick offered to ship it to me when it was complete. I could not believe how nice of a gesture that was but quickly took him up on the offer. He responded within a few days that the strap maker would oblige the request and we exchanged emails with the relevant information. Fast forward to a couple weeks ago and the strap was done, Rick quickly put it in the mail and sent it from Dubai all the way to the US which I just received yesterday. Rick is all class and it is times like these that this crazy hobby of ours starts to make a little more sense. Thank you again, Rick and now on to some pictures!

It was my pleasure Chris ! I shared your excitement along the way and guess what we have twin watches now

Enjoy it ! IMG20210510140052.jpgIMG20210508141416.jpg

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[KenRose]

Originally Posted by rajurama

It was my pleasure Chris ! I shared your excitement along the way and guess what we have twin watches now

Enjoy it ! Attachment 1440583Attachment 1440584

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As an Eagles fan is it possible to get the Kelly Green for a PAM 183 Radiomir in Canada?

[Little machines]

Great story!That's what this forum is about.Our passion for horology and the sharing of information. Beautiful Submersible ,great choice for straps. Always nice to read when someone is willing to help without any gain! Well done Rick! Chris very nice post to show your appreciation!

[brandrea]

Kudos to you Rick, and congratulations to you Chris. This forum truly has some great members

[Dan Pierce]

Great story, Chris [and Rick!]!

There are countless similar anecdotes on TRF and I've been on the receiving end of many of them myself.
dP

[1William]

Great story and a nice favor.

[wach16]

Originally Posted by wach16

I will keep it brief but a few months ago, I sent a PM to Rajurama (Rick) and asked him where he sourced the kelly green croc strap he has shown a few times in pictures on his PAM00684. He responded almost immediately that he has a strap maker local to him, halfway around the world from me. Initially dismayed, I kept reading to see his incredibly generous offer to reach out to see if the strap maker would make another one and Rick offered to ship it to me when it was complete. I could not believe how nice of a gesture that was but quickly took him up on the offer. He responded within a few days that the strap maker would oblige the request and we exchanged emails with the relevant information. Fast forward to a couple weeks ago and the strap was done, Rick quickly put it in the mail and sent it from Dubai all the way to the US which I just received yesterday. Rick is all class and it is times like these that this crazy hobby of ours starts to make a little more sense. Thank you again, Rick and now on to some pictures!

Somehow the pics didnt upload...sorry!

[opawlows]

fantastic story and a great combo!

[Cru Jones]

That’s a great example of the bond between Panerai fans. :-)

[1st amg]

Wow, fabulous story. True friends created from the love and passion of watches. BTW, the watch looks amazing with that croc. I am tempted to get one for my 289.

[xwalker4]

Great story and beautiful watches!!

[Urosfan]

Nice story


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[rolexjackson]

That’s a great story! Thanks for sharing !


Life is short buy the watch-

[911cz]

Wonderful story and cool watch!

[funkright]

Quite the strap and great story! Thanks for sharing.

Enjoy

[noshame]

Great story, Chris! Thanks for sharing. And a wonderful gesture by you, Rick!

[randy van]

Wonderful story and cool looking watch!

[Latrodectus]

Very nice! So many good and helpful guys on here. The watch and strap looking good!