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TswaneNguni · 6 October 2008, 06:59 PM

asadtiger · 6 October 2008, 08:30 PM

Oh what a beauty..thank you so much for sharing :)..those are two crowns on a jewel IMHO :)

toph · 6 October 2008, 08:31 PM

wow a beauty!!!

TswaneNguni · 7 October 2008, 02:48 AM

rainman_16 · 7 October 2008, 03:18 AM

Purdy for sure!

Launch Mini · 7 October 2008, 03:30 AM

Really like that.
THink I might order a JV for my 98 ( dual crown also).
I find the thicker straps do not do either of these watches any justice. OEM are perfect for them.

Tony-GB · 9 October 2008, 07:31 AM

Porn. Pure porn.

mfer · 9 October 2008, 07:42 AM

One of my favs (as you know!!!!)

leopardprey · 9 October 2008, 06:15 PM

Very nice. The 242 is one of the most understated Panerai made. Only 300 made and has a JLC movement. Still perplexes me on why this watch was not more poplular. But, is one of the best watches Panerai made.

Trurolexer · 9 October 2008, 10:07 PM

mfer · 10 October 2008, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Very nice. The 242 is one of the most understated Panerai made. Only 300 made and has a JLC movement. Still perplexes me on why this watch was not more poplular. But, is one of the best watches Panerai made.

I know what you mean Chad. All serious collectors of Panerai say the same thing, yet they don't own 'em. Even with only 300 of them made, they seem to change hands regularly. I see them frequently in the FS sections. I don't understand. I love the way they look and for people who own several Pam's this one stands out from the Pam crowd. The 184 is in the same boat (same watch but 42mm) and I think it is great also. Much better in an office work environment (IMHO) as it doesn't stand out as much.

*sigh* Do you think I want one???

Launch Mini · 10 October 2008, 02:41 AM

Love my dual crown too. tis my favourite Pannie.

mfer · 10 October 2008, 03:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

Love my dual crown too. tis my favourite Pannie.

Nice alarm. What does it sound like when it goes off? Always wondered.

TswaneNguni · 10 October 2008, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by leopardprey

Very nice. The 242 is one of the most understated Panerai made. Only 300 made and has a JLC movement. Still perplexes me on why this watch was not more poplular. But, is one of the best watches Panerai made.

The 242 .... some facts and personal thoughts :

I bought mine new in 2008 from an AD.It was only made in 2006 (I serial).Meaning it was waiting for me for close to two years at the AD.
They mustard brown deployant strap is one of the nicest OEM straps available.Like all OEM straps,the standard length is a bit short,for my liking.In future I will order a mustard brown in the longer 115/95 length.
The Jules Verne Nubuck Gold 26/26 125/95 looks simply magnificent on the 242.This is also the length of strap Panerai should have sold as their standard length.(Anyone thinking about ordering a JV Nubuck Gold for their PAM ~ Go ahead,you wont be disappointed.Lots of texture and character that suits the ss and black dialvery well.)
Only 300 were ever made.Although it was part of the Contemporary collection,it remains a very limited production watch.More limited in numbers,compared to most Special Editions(127/1950,217/1000,232/1938 etc.)
For a very limited production watch,it remains one of the true bargains in the BNIB/LNIB/used secondary market.
The two crowns,combined with the fact that its a 45mm,makes it very unique.
The internal rotating bezel for 24h function,also a bit of the extraordinary.
It also has a JLC movement,which is VERY accurate.
Amazing depth to the dial,with an beautifully domed/curved crystal and the perfect cyclops ~ small and very functional,but with minimal intrusion on the design.

A favourite in my collection and one that I love to wear !!

I am still waiting on a black alligator/white stitch 26/26 125/95 OEM strap.Now if Vendome can get their act together and actually land the strap,both I and the AD will be less annoyed with them !! The strap was ordered a long time ago !!

Will post pics when it arrives

Launch Mini · 10 October 2008, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

Nice alarm. What does it sound like when it goes off? Always wondered.

If I get some time, I will try a video with sound, but it sounds like a really large mosquito. It buzzes. On a full wind of the alarm spring, will go for about 15 seconds. The watch vibratest too. Loud enough to wake me up & heard across a room.
If you take your time setting it, it is deadly accurate too

6 October 2008, 06:59 PM	#1
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	Two crowns and a Jules Attached Images

6 October 2008, 08:31 PM	#3
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	wow a beauty!!! __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

7 October 2008, 03:30 AM	#6
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	Really like that. THink I might order a JV for my 98 ( dual crown also). I find the thicker straps do not do either of these watches any justice. OEM are perfect for them. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

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asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	Oh what a beauty..thank you so much for sharing :)..those are two crowns on a jewel IMHO :)

7 October 2008, 02:48 AM	#4
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609

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rainman_16 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Alec Location: Canada Watch: Al Jazeera English Posts: 596	Purdy for sure!

9 October 2008, 06:15 PM	#9
leopardprey Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Chad Location: Around the world Watch: Panerai 233 Posts: 4,204	Very nice. The 242 is one of the most understated Panerai made. Only 300 made and has a JLC movement. Still perplexes me on why this watch was not more poplular. But, is one of the best watches Panerai made.

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10 October 2008, 02:41 AM	#12
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	Love my dual crown too. tis my favourite Pannie. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

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