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Mosco · 12 October 2010, 03:15 AM

Couple months ago, I had an idea for a Panerai model (possibly a line). Ok, stick with me on this one:

White (or Ivory) Sandwich Dial.

Re-invent the light dial. Only better. Same idea as the black or tobacco sandwiches, but with a black luminous plate behind it. Why not? Bell & Ross, Ulysse Nardin, Hublot - all are able to make to make black glow. Only not behind a cut-out dial, which OP has perfected. Sure, it won't be as bright as the regular green or blue lume, but it'll look damn cool.

Definitely would look sweet in a Logo or Base, maybe a chrono like the Daylights.... But more complex dials - who knows, gotta crawl before you walk.

Wanted to get TRFPAMers opinions - would you like the look? Why - why not?

Thanks, peeps.

P.S. Darren, I do get it

marcinthemiddle · 12 October 2010, 03:21 AM

Sounds pretty cool! The only white dial PAM I've seen IRL was a 49...I think, and it was waay too small..

It'd also be nice to see something other than black or tobacco dials..IMO

Mosco · 12 October 2010, 03:57 AM

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Originally Posted by marcinthemiddle

Sounds pretty cool! The only white dial PAM I've seen IRL was a 49...I think, and it was waay too small..

It'd also be nice to see something other than black or tobacco dials..IMO

Marc,

my favorite light dial reference is the 188, the old style Daylight with the numerals.... 44mm.... seeeexy!

dman · 12 October 2010, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

Marc,

my favorite light dial reference is the 188, the old style Daylight with the numerals.... 44mm.... seeeexy!

Totally agree, the best white/ivory dial i've seen!!

marcinthemiddle · 12 October 2010, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

Marc,

my favorite light dial reference is the 188, the old style Daylight with the numerals.... 44mm.... seeeexy!

Need to check it out...

meanwhile...just got a PAM 287...I think I'm in love with the Radiomir case...
NOW that's seeexy!

ParisDakarBmw · 12 October 2010, 04:24 AM

I think the creme/ ivory color would be awesome!

B. Doggy · 12 October 2010, 04:36 AM

I'd check it out..

TonyD · 12 October 2010, 04:51 AM

Sounds neat Greg. I like unusual watches like that. I walked into my dealer looking for a base model and walked out with a cream face 251 Daylight and couldn't be happier.

Somebody should photochop it for us. Shouldn't be too hard.

eagle_lex · 12 October 2010, 05:41 AM

Id like to see some mock ups for sure! Maybe the logo cut out as well... Just a thought

mfer · 12 October 2010, 05:54 AM

Well, there are many shades of white, I'm sure there is one that works, but how about blue indicies like Sly's model he had done.

What I wouldn't want to start seeing is Panerai's of all colors coming out.

I like black, I like brown and I like white.

Please no orange, yellow, gold, etc on my Panerai.

theken · 12 October 2010, 06:46 AM

Sure, why not?
I am a fan of the ivory dial PAM 251 although I think that dial is way too busy for a sandwich overlay.
An ivory dial would be nice for a 111/112 or perhaps a 312.

jvo300 · 12 October 2010, 09:46 AM

I'm going to have to be the first one to dissent! I think it's a cool idea for a white sandwich dial, but there's a reason why most of the lineup is black or tobacco -- those colors look really good! White .... not so much.

Mosco · 12 October 2010, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by jvo300

I'm going to have to be the first one to dissent! I think it's a cool idea for a white sandwich dial, but there's a reason why most of the lineup is black or tobacco -- those colors look really good! White .... not so much.

But they already have a white dial....

jvo300 · 12 October 2010, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

But they already have a white dial....

I was commenting on the reason why there are far more dark than white dials. I guess your point is that if they are going to have a white dial, then might as well make it a cool sandwich. Seems reasonable -- though I still won't be one of the buyers!

Mosco · 12 October 2010, 10:39 AM

Fair 'nuff :)

I'll make sure it is small production...

TonyD · 12 October 2010, 10:44 AM

I think the white dials go well with more strap colors, not just shades of brown and black. I have a baby blue croc that looks awesome!!!

Mosco · 12 October 2010, 10:47 AM

Tony,

that last one looks familiar :)

toph · 12 October 2010, 11:44 AM

please do it, the sandwich could be red/blue yellow, oh man how exciting

Shade · 12 October 2010, 12:45 PM

I don't see why not, I always have a knack for white/ivory dials. They look fresh and clean, specially when you're wearing bright coloured clothings. :)

toph · 12 October 2010, 03:47 PM

Greg what type of timescale you talking, i want one yesterday? what about the full lume white dial?

Mosco · 12 October 2010, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by toph

Greg what type of timescale you talking, i want one yesterday? what about the full lume white dial?

Well - they already have a full lume dial on a 251... Or you mean 'lumier' than that?

TonyD · 12 October 2010, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Mosco

Well - they already have a full lume dial on a 251... Or you mean 'lumier' than that?

?????

My 251 has lume "dots" only? I think they mean to paint the WHOLE dial with lume.

I agree the 251 is too busy as is for such a treatment. I think a white sandwich dial without the 60 second ticks marks would look cool.

mfer · 13 October 2010, 01:13 AM

Looks like Toph is missing is white faced Milgauss maybe??????

So Greg.......you working for Panerai now????

eagle_lex · 13 October 2010, 04:17 AM

Greg works for Mrs. Greg. everyone knows that. ha ha

toph · 13 October 2010, 06:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mosco

Well - they already have a full lume dial on a 251... Or you mean 'lumier' than that?

As in the whole white dial is LUME and the number 3 6 9 are not

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

Looks like Toph is missing is white faced Milgauss maybe??????

So Greg.......you working for Panerai now????

It sjust hard to find a nice white dial that i love, thinking about going for an ocean 7 LM 1 with full lume dial

Mosco · 13 October 2010, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

So Greg.......you working for Panerai now????

Way things are going, I'm not opposed to a 9-5...

Quote:

Originally Posted by eagle_lex

Greg works for Mrs. Greg. everyone knows that. ha ha

Quote:

Originally Posted by toph

As in the whole white dial is LUME and the number 3 6 9 are not

:

Oh - gotcha - misunderstood. I miss my white Millie too....

eagle_lex · 13 October 2010, 11:12 AM

I love ya greg.... He he. Make sure u mention my post to the misses... Shell get a laugh

Mosco · 16 October 2010, 11:02 AM

Overwhelmingly in favor- sweet! Time to start knocking on some doors :)

belk7 · 16 October 2010, 12:56 PM

I think a configuration like that would be distinctive as hell.

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12 October 2010, 03:15 AM	#1
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	You heard it here first... well, early anyway Couple months ago, I had an idea for a Panerai model (possibly a line). Ok, stick with me on this one: White (or Ivory) Sandwich Dial. Re-invent the light dial. Only better. Same idea as the black or tobacco sandwiches, but with a black luminous plate behind it. Why not? Bell & Ross, Ulysse Nardin, Hublot - all are able to make to make black glow. Only not behind a cut-out dial, which OP has perfected. Sure, it won't be as bright as the regular green or blue lume, but it'll look damn cool. Definitely would look sweet in a Logo or Base, maybe a chrono like the Daylights.... But more complex dials - who knows, gotta crawl before you walk. Wanted to get TRFPAMers opinions - would you like the look? Why - why not? Thanks, peeps. P.S. Darren, I do get it __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

12 October 2010, 03:21 AM	#2
marcinthemiddle Vacated Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Marc Location: Connecticut Watch: PAM 111 'N' Posts: 2,558	Sounds pretty cool! The only white dial PAM I've seen IRL was a 49...I think, and it was waay too small.. It'd also be nice to see something other than black or tobacco dials..IMO __________________ NAWCC Member Card Carrying Member of the Global Assoc. of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons Executive Dorklehead

12 October 2010, 04:36 AM	#7
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I'd check it out.. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

12 October 2010, 04:51 AM	#8
TonyD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Boston North Watch: Meteorite Daytona Posts: 1,478	Sounds neat Greg. I like unusual watches like that. I walked into my dealer looking for a base model and walked out with a cream face 251 Daylight and couldn't be happier. Somebody should photochop it for us. Shouldn't be too hard. __________________ Pepsi GMT/SD43/DSSD Blue/ DJ41 TT Rose Diamond Dial/ Daytona Meteorite/ SS Sky Dweller White Dial/ IWC Bronze Big Pilot/ Aquanautic Super King / Omega Ploprof 1200 / Graham Scarab Diver

12 October 2010, 04:24 AM	#6
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	I think the creme/ ivory color would be awesome!

12 October 2010, 05:41 AM	#9
eagle_lex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: Lexington, Ky Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 541	Id like to see some mock ups for sure! Maybe the logo cut out as well... Just a thought

12 October 2010, 05:54 AM	#10
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Well, there are many shades of white, I'm sure there is one that works, but how about blue indicies like Sly's model he had done. What I wouldn't want to start seeing is Panerai's of all colors coming out. I like black, I like brown and I like white. Please no orange, yellow, gold, etc on my Panerai. __________________ member#3242

12 October 2010, 06:46 AM	#11
theken "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 3,418	Sure, why not? I am a fan of the ivory dial PAM 251 although I think that dial is way too busy for a sandwich overlay. An ivory dial would be nice for a 111/112 or perhaps a 312.

12 October 2010, 09:46 AM	#12
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I'm going to have to be the first one to dissent! I think it's a cool idea for a white sandwich dial, but there's a reason why most of the lineup is black or tobacco -- those colors look really good! White .... not so much.

12 October 2010, 10:39 AM	#15
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Fair 'nuff :) I'll make sure it is small production... __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

12 October 2010, 10:44 AM	#16
TonyD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: Boston North Watch: Meteorite Daytona Posts: 1,478	I think the white dials go well with more strap colors, not just shades of brown and black. I have a baby blue croc that looks awesome!!! __________________ Pepsi GMT/SD43/DSSD Blue/ DJ41 TT Rose Diamond Dial/ Daytona Meteorite/ SS Sky Dweller White Dial/ IWC Bronze Big Pilot/ Aquanautic Super King / Omega Ploprof 1200 / Graham Scarab Diver

12 October 2010, 10:47 AM	#17
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Tony, that last one looks familiar :) __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

12 October 2010, 11:44 AM	#18
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	please do it, the sandwich could be red/blue yellow, oh man how exciting __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

12 October 2010, 12:45 PM	#19
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	I don't see why not, I always have a knack for white/ivory dials. They look fresh and clean, specially when you're wearing bright coloured clothings. :) __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

12 October 2010, 03:47 PM	#20
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	Greg what type of timescale you talking, i want one yesterday? what about the full lume white dial? __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

13 October 2010, 01:13 AM	#23
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Looks like Toph is missing is white faced Milgauss maybe?????? So Greg.......you working for Panerai now???? __________________ member#3242

13 October 2010, 04:17 AM	#24
eagle_lex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: Lexington, Ky Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 541	Greg works for Mrs. Greg. everyone knows that. ha ha

13 October 2010, 11:12 AM	#27
eagle_lex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Ed Location: Lexington, Ky Watch: AP and Rolex Posts: 541	I love ya greg.... He he. Make sure u mention my post to the misses... Shell get a laugh

16 October 2010, 11:02 AM	#28
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	Overwhelmingly in favor- sweet! Time to start knocking on some doors :) __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

16 October 2010, 12:56 PM	#29
belk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 1,439	I think a configuration like that would be distinctive as hell.

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