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porschejeff · 28 February 2013, 12:24 PM

Sorry for another newbie question. I am looking and considering a couple of different Panerai pieces. One is a Rad the other a Luminor. Is it as easy to change the straps on the Rads as the Lum's? Any comments or feed back that may help me make a decision is appreciated.

rolepam312 · 28 February 2013, 12:37 PM

I own both and had the same reservation about a Rad. While its not as easy as my 312 quick change system, once you do a few changes on the Rad, it is rather simple.. The only thing is losing the tiny screws on a rad.. Although I was advised not to completely unscrew these tiny screws from the case, only loosen it to remove the wire lugs.. But there are times I need to remove them completely hence the fear of losing them. I use loupes when changing them as it helps to avoid the scratches as well.. Good luck

CarFreak · 28 February 2013, 02:08 PM

Definitely not as easy a Luminors, but not too difficult.

Take me about 4-5 minutes to swap straps out on my Radiomir, while 2 minutes on my Luminor.

kilyung · 28 February 2013, 04:32 PM

The wire hangers on the rads are a little fussier then quick release or screws but still very manageable.

One Ping Only · 1 March 2013, 09:00 AM

I agree, the Rads are a bit more fiddling, but not a huge deal. I change the strap on my 233 a couple of times a week, the 338 pretty much wears the same shoes all the time.

bcacncnc · 1 March 2013, 09:57 AM

You also need to buy the screwdriver for the Rads as it doesn't come with one like they do on the Luminors.

Legno · 2 March 2013, 09:34 PM

You'll need a 1.2mm screwdriver. Cheers

28 February 2013, 12:24 PM	#1
porschejeff "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Jeff Location: Michigan Watch: DD 228238 Posts: 2,462	Rad strap options Sorry for another newbie question. I am looking and considering a couple of different Panerai pieces. One is a Rad the other a Luminor. Is it as easy to change the straps on the Rads as the Lum's? Any comments or feed back that may help me make a decision is appreciated.

1 March 2013, 09:00 AM	#5
One Ping Only "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Ken Location: WI Watch: several Posts: 1,639	I agree, the Rads are a bit more fiddling, but not a huge deal. I change the strap on my 233 a couple of times a week, the 338 pretty much wears the same shoes all the time. __________________ I have far too many expensive hobbies to even consider another one.

1 March 2013, 09:57 AM	#6
bcacncnc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Bryan Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,577	You also need to buy the screwdriver for the Rads as it doesn't come with one like they do on the Luminors. __________________ Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko

28 February 2013, 12:37 PM	#2
rolepam312 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: arizona Posts: 415	I own both and had the same reservation about a Rad. While its not as easy as my 312 quick change system, once you do a few changes on the Rad, it is rather simple.. The only thing is losing the tiny screws on a rad.. Although I was advised not to completely unscrew these tiny screws from the case, only loosen it to remove the wire lugs.. But there are times I need to remove them completely hence the fear of losing them. I use loupes when changing them as it helps to avoid the scratches as well.. Good luck

28 February 2013, 02:08 PM	#3
CarFreak "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Ben Location: New York Watch: AP/ROLEX/PANERAI Posts: 455	Definitely not as easy a Luminors, but not too difficult. Take me about 4-5 minutes to swap straps out on my Radiomir, while 2 minutes on my Luminor.

28 February 2013, 04:32 PM	#4
kilyung "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,950	The wire hangers on the rads are a little fussier then quick release or screws but still very manageable.

2 March 2013, 09:34 PM	#7
Legno Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Singapore Posts: 41	You'll need a 1.2mm screwdriver. Cheers

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