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karmatp · 6 June 2009, 06:44 AM

I got it today, and it feels HUGE on my wrist. The search was long and tireless but I finally found something I think I will enjoy. I ended up with a BNIB 00K from a known dealer over on the Paneristi forum. I would be taking pictures right now but I have no idea were my wife left the camera, when I find it I will post some pics. I am really feeling the weight, I guess I am not used to it. The first thing I did was to take off the leather strap and put one the rubber, I do live in Arizona and about half my life is spend in the pool, yes I am exaggerating but I swim a lot. Right now I am trying to figure out if the ti model (176) might have been a better fit for me just so I don't feel the weight as much, but I think I will get used to it and learn to love it. Anyway, it feel great to own my first Pam, and I have a feeling that my Rolex models might be collecting some dust for a while.

Oh, and I already bought my first aftermarket strap, a nice vintage looking piece, I am so excited.

GBJIV · 6 June 2009, 07:22 AM

Congrats Trevor... I believe you will not only get used to the weight but will end up liking the heavier feel. You picked out a very cool watch. The zero is a PAM staple!

B. Doggy · 6 June 2009, 07:53 AM

CONGRATS on a fine piece!

I assure you that you'll become comfortable with the size of the watch. I know I just love my 45mm Radiomir (190). It didn't take long for me so get used to.

Can't wait to see some pics!

karmatp · 6 June 2009, 08:07 AM

Found my camera, here are some new arrival pics. with some friends.

c2tcardin · 6 June 2009, 08:30 AM

Nice looking trio!

B. Doggy · 6 June 2009, 10:44 AM

It looks great on your wrist! It works. I plan on getting a similar model- the 112 at some point. I'm doing it backwards though since I got the 190, then plan on getting a 233 next.

Trurolexer · 6 June 2009, 11:33 AM

HUGE CONGRATS, TREVOR!!!

Nice trio you have!!! Now, time for you to hunt some straps!!!

Nica64 · 6 June 2009, 12:36 PM

Congrats Trevor!! nice trio and welcome to the 000 club

Don't worry about the size and weight of the watch in a couple of days is going to feel like is a part of you!!

JF23 · 6 June 2009, 12:43 PM

Congrats Trevor, as already stated you will soon love the weight. Great choice with the Zero and wear in the best of health.

TswaneNguni · 6 June 2009, 02:31 PM

Huge congrats on the tripple zero Trevor !!!

Welcome to the most wonderful and weird panerai world !!!

Weight ?? .. Once you are used to PAM on the wrist,the others will feel tiny and ' just not right ' anymore !!

It takes a day or two to get used to the "feel" and then it just feels wonderful !!

Enjoy !!!!

louie · 6 June 2009, 03:30 PM

very nice trevor! BIG? i felt just like you when i first worn my 90....(biggest watch was 40mm and below) now i think this 44mm is just rite for my wrist! And when i wear my rollies they look like boy size on me..

buz-lh · 6 June 2009, 09:48 PM

Congratulations from one Pam newbie to another. Like the other guys have said, you will get used to the size and weight in no time.

newrolexman · 7 June 2009, 09:04 AM

You will get so used to the size that the Rollies will feel puny on your wrist.

It kind of takes the wind out of your sails.

But in time you will get back to the Rollies and appreciate them too.

i have a fondness for both brands.

karmatp · 7 June 2009, 10:16 AM

Thanks guys for the replies, I am really liking the simplicity of the 000. I do have ongoing thoughts in the back of my head with the 176, that is the one I was initially planning to buy before I looked hard at the 000, man that watch was comfortable on my wrist. I am getting used to the weight though, like you all said I would, it's just different.

TswaneNguni · 7 June 2009, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

Thanks guys for the replies, I am really liking the simplicity of the 000. I do have ongoing thoughts in the back of my head with the 176, that is the one I was initially planning to buy before I looked hard at the 000, man that watch was comfortable on my wrist. I am getting used to the weight though, like you all said I would, it's just different.

Having the 000 does not exclude the 176.Thats the advantage ( disadvantage ??

) of Panerai.We seldom end up with one only !! Usually the second and third soon follow !!

jns1201 · 7 June 2009, 03:38 PM

Pam 00 is the best. i like it so much.

TswaneNguni · 7 June 2009, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jns1201

Pam 00 is the best. i like it so much.

A very warm welcome to the forum !!

Zed · 7 June 2009, 05:40 PM

Congrats... looks great... it is the simplicity of the Panerai that makes it so special... less is more..
u beed to takr your pam shopping for some new outfits...
and soon for a new friend

louie · 7 June 2009, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jns1201

Pam 00 is the best. i like it so much.

Welcome aboard Jason!!

GBJIV · 7 June 2009, 11:24 PM

Hi Jason - welcome...

Trevor, the good news about the 176 - is that it is regular production which means... It will be around for quite awhile and won't be difficult to pick up down the road....

Andad · 12 June 2009, 02:32 PM

Nice 000 Trevor.

Enjoy wearing it.

Trurolexer · 12 June 2009, 07:32 PM

Trevor already sold that 000. If you read this Buddy...You're The REAL Flipper...

karmatp · 12 June 2009, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Trevor already sold that 000. If you read this Buddy...You're The REAL Flipper...

I know, but I have a 176 on the way. The 176 is the one I initially wanted, I should have followed my heart from the beginning. The 000 is a stunning watch, and I liked it very much, but I could not shake the 176 out of my head. After I bought the 000 I kept staring at pics of the 176 and 177 on the computer, that is how I knew that I bought the wrong watch for me. In a few days I will be wearing a 176, and I know I will be 100% satisfied with my purchase.

Trurolexer · 13 June 2009, 12:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by karmatp

I know, but I have a 176 on the way. The 176 is the one I initially wanted, I should have followed my heart from the beginning. The 000 is a stunning watch, and I liked it very much, but I could not shake the 176 out of my head. After I bought the 000 I kept staring at pics of the 176 and 177 on the computer, that is how I knew that I bought the wrong watch for me. In a few days I will be wearing a 176, and I know I will be 100% satisfied with my purchase.

Yes, you will enjoy 176!!! Great watch!!!

Don't forget to show us your upcoming 176 after you receive it.

mfer · 13 June 2009, 01:57 AM

Now THAT is a good looking watch. It won't feel huge for long, trust us...

Big congrats and nice collection.

GMT, Sub and a painted Luminor. We have good taste!!!

John Batista · 17 June 2009, 09:34 AM

Hope You Enjoy It Trevor.......

John

6 June 2009, 06:44 AM	#1
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Wearing my new Panreai 00K I got it today, and it feels HUGE on my wrist. The search was long and tireless but I finally found something I think I will enjoy. I ended up with a BNIB 00K from a known dealer over on the Paneristi forum. I would be taking pictures right now but I have no idea were my wife left the camera, when I find it I will post some pics. I am really feeling the weight, I guess I am not used to it. The first thing I did was to take off the leather strap and put one the rubber, I do live in Arizona and about half my life is spend in the pool, yes I am exaggerating but I swim a lot. Right now I am trying to figure out if the ti model (176) might have been a better fit for me just so I don't feel the weight as much, but I think I will get used to it and learn to love it. Anyway, it feel great to own my first Pam, and I have a feeling that my Rolex models might be collecting some dust for a while. Oh, and I already bought my first aftermarket strap, a nice vintage looking piece, I am so excited. __________________ My grails:

6 June 2009, 07:22 AM	#2
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Congrats Trevor... I believe you will not only get used to the weight but will end up liking the heavier feel. You picked out a very cool watch. The zero is a PAM staple! __________________ Jackson

6 June 2009, 07:53 AM	#3
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	CONGRATS on a fine piece! I assure you that you'll become comfortable with the size of the watch. I know I just love my 45mm Radiomir (190). It didn't take long for me so get used to. Can't wait to see some pics! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

6 June 2009, 08:07 AM	#4
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Found my camera, here are some new arrival pics. with some friends. __________________ My grails:

6 June 2009, 08:30 AM	#5
c2tcardin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: NH Watch: Pam 312 & DJ II Posts: 312	Nice looking trio! __________________ Cheers, Jeff ------------------------------------------------------ PAM 312, DJ II

6 June 2009, 10:44 AM	#6
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	It looks great on your wrist! It works. I plan on getting a similar model- the 112 at some point. I'm doing it backwards though since I got the 190, then plan on getting a 233 next. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

6 June 2009, 11:33 AM	#7
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	HUGE CONGRATS, TREVOR!!! Nice trio you have!!! Now, time for you to hunt some straps!!!

6 June 2009, 12:36 PM	#8
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Congrats Trevor!! nice trio and welcome to the 000 club Don't worry about the size and weight of the watch in a couple of days is going to feel like is a part of you!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

6 June 2009, 12:43 PM	#9
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,898	Congrats Trevor, as already stated you will soon love the weight. Great choice with the Zero and wear in the best of health.

6 June 2009, 02:31 PM	#10
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	Huge congrats on the tripple zero Trevor !!! Welcome to the most wonderful and weird panerai world !!! Weight ?? .. Once you are used to PAM on the wrist,the others will feel tiny and ' just not right ' anymore !! It takes a day or two to get used to the "feel" and then it just feels wonderful !! Enjoy !!!!

6 June 2009, 03:30 PM	#11
louie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Louis Location: Earth Watch: The Beast Posts: 1,352	very nice trevor! BIG? i felt just like you when i first worn my 90....(biggest watch was 40mm and below) now i think this 44mm is just rite for my wrist! And when i wear my rollies they look like boy size on me.. __________________ " I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

6 June 2009, 09:48 PM	#12
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	Congratulations from one Pam newbie to another. Like the other guys have said, you will get used to the size and weight in no time. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

7 June 2009, 09:04 AM	#13
newrolexman Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CA Posts: 1,083	You will get so used to the size that the Rollies will feel puny on your wrist. It kind of takes the wind out of your sails. But in time you will get back to the Rollies and appreciate them too. i have a fondness for both brands.

7 June 2009, 10:16 AM	#14
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Thanks guys for the replies, I am really liking the simplicity of the 000. I do have ongoing thoughts in the back of my head with the 176, that is the one I was initially planning to buy before I looked hard at the 000, man that watch was comfortable on my wrist. I am getting used to the weight though, like you all said I would, it's just different. __________________ My grails:

7 June 2009, 03:38 PM	#16
jns1201 Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Singapore Posts: 73	Pam 00 is the best. i like it so much.

7 June 2009, 05:40 PM	#18
Zed Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Watch: Panerai 186 & 233 Posts: 489	Congrats... looks great... it is the simplicity of the Panerai that makes it so special... less is more.. u beed to takr your pam shopping for some new outfits... and soon for a new friend

7 June 2009, 11:24 PM	#20
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Hi Jason - welcome... Trevor, the good news about the 176 - is that it is regular production which means... It will be around for quite awhile and won't be difficult to pick up down the road.... __________________ Jackson

12 June 2009, 02:32 PM	#21
Andad 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 38,051	Nice 000 Trevor. Enjoy wearing it. __________________ E

12 June 2009, 07:32 PM	#22
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Trevor already sold that 000. If you read this Buddy...You're The REAL Flipper...

13 June 2009, 01:57 AM	#25
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Now THAT is a good looking watch. It won't feel huge for long, trust us... Big congrats and nice collection. GMT, Sub and a painted Luminor. We have good taste!!! __________________ member#3242

17 June 2009, 09:34 AM	#26
John Batista "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: S. Florida Posts: 383	Hope You Enjoy It Trevor....... John

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