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Shade · 27 September 2010, 01:45 PM

After a short debate and created a poll... I finally got this...

I had the option of getting a sub-date or a vintage brown GMT with nipple dial...

Trying all three on, I decided this is the best for me...

And I think it sits well amongst my collection... :)

I now think I am "complete" for the moment... I have a watch for almost every occassion I could wanted.

And with that, I have 3 custom gator straps coming in from Lau & Van Ledjen. I recommend their straps highly! :D

ParisDakarBmw · 27 September 2010, 01:49 PM

Looks Great!

sleddog · 27 September 2010, 01:58 PM

Congratulations....I've always admired the lume on Panerai.!

Speed · 27 September 2010, 02:04 PM

Norman, that looks great.

I really like the deployant strap you chose. I have a black on black Gator...sometimes I wish I had the one like yours with white stitching. Nice contrast.

I've been thinking about Radiomirs...but alas, I am on a watch diet!

Shade · 27 September 2010, 02:05 PM

Thanks guys...

Rob: Honestly, the PAINTED lume is quite a disappointment compared to the "sandwich lume". Comparing the two between my 352 (sandwich) and 287, my 287 dims down faster.. Are they using a different chemical or what? Funny.

Shade · 27 September 2010, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Speed

Norman, that looks great.

I really like the deployant strap you chose. I have a black on black Gator...sometimes I wish I had the one like yours with white stitching. Nice contrast.

I've been thinking about Radiomirs...but alas, I am on a watch diet!

The white stitch gives it a nice border touch, since the strap on rads are quite wide, the stitching makes it look slimmer.

Wait till you see my 3 gator straps that's coming in, in about 3 weeks time. I bet they're gonna look delicious. I ordered a blue, brown and a tan. :D

sleddog · 27 September 2010, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Shade

Thanks guys...

Rob: Honestly, the PAINTED lume is quite a disappointment compared to the "sandwich lume". Comparing the two between my 352 (sandwich) and 287, my 287 dims down faster.. Are they using a different chemical or what? Funny.

Interesting...I never knew there was a difference with the Pams!!
This is why I enjoy this site,always something new to learn...

Shade · 27 September 2010, 02:23 PM

Rob: Very interesting to me too, I have been notified by fellow Paneristis, that the Sandwich lume "lasts longer in the dark". Apparently, this seems to be very true.

What I heard was they use a thicker lume under the black dial, hence absorbing much more light and giving out better light in longer periods of time.

I'm not sure that is exactly true or technically true, but apparently there is a noticable difference.

sleddog · 27 September 2010, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shade

Rob: Very interesting to me too, I have been notified by fellow Paneristis, that the Sandwich lume "lasts longer in the dark". Apparently, this seems to be very true.

What I heard was they use a thicker lume under the black dial, hence absorbing much more light and giving out better light in longer periods of time.

I'm not sure that is exactly true or technically true, but apparently there is a noticable difference.

Yeh,I knew about the sandwich dial but thought all lumes were the same for Pams....
I don't know the brand well enough,but do like their style!

Shade · 27 September 2010, 02:37 PM

Rob: you should add one to your collection. I'm sure it won't disappoint! :)

sleddog · 27 September 2010, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Shade

Rob: you should add one to your collection. I'm sure it won't disappoint! :)

I have a few members here already pushing me in that direction Norman!!

I do like to look,but don't touch. Just like a woman(I'm married!)

Still,they are unique in the watch world and admired by many!!

Shade · 27 September 2010, 03:08 PM

Rob: Well do try one when you have time... (The watch, not the woman hahahaha). And you'll be in a for a treat... be prepared though, you might have to shell out some dime for it.

sleddog · 27 September 2010, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Shade

Rob: Well do try one when you have time... (The watch, not the woman hahahaha). And you'll be in a for a treat... be prepared though, you might have to shell out some dime for it.

I know,that's why I only look(at either!)....

Shade · 27 September 2010, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by sleddog1000

I know,that's why I only look(at either!)....

Well said buddy.

sleddog · 27 September 2010, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Shade

Well said buddy.

ocwatching · 28 September 2010, 01:04 AM

Congrats on the 287...the Rad adds a different look to your collection...
great collection as well! wear it in good health...

JF23 · 28 September 2010, 01:12 AM

What a classy piece. Congrats!!!

sakuraba · 28 September 2010, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shade

I now think I am "complete" for the moment... I have a watch for almost every occassion I could wanted.

Congratulations on the 287, Norman!

I hate to tell you this, but everytime I think "I'm done", it usually leads to another purchase.

stockae92 · 28 September 2010, 03:50 AM

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Originally Posted by sakuraba

Congratulations on the 287, Norman!

I hate to tell you this, but everytime I think "I'm done", it usually leads to another purchase.

ditto, i said that to myself too many times ... :p

mfer · 28 September 2010, 04:31 AM

Very nice Radiomir. Is that a 27/20mm OEM strap? Like the black and ecru stitch.

nauticajoe · 28 September 2010, 04:46 AM

That's beautiful. Congrats!

andrew79 · 28 September 2010, 10:43 AM

congrats !!!

B. Doggy · 28 September 2010, 10:48 AM

Great pick-up!

Shade · 28 September 2010, 12:15 PM

Thanks for the compliments guys! I'm really enjoying it at the moment! :D

Quote:

Originally Posted by ocwatching

Congrats on the 287...the Rad adds a different look to your collection...
great collection as well! wear it in good health...

Thanks buddy, and yes, I does add a different taste to my collection. :D

Quote:

Originally Posted by JF23

What a classy piece. Congrats!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by sakuraba

Congratulations on the 287, Norman!

I hate to tell you this, but everytime I think "I'm done", it usually leads to another purchase.

Jib: I know... I know... hahahaha... but for now I'm quite content. But never say never right? :D

Quote:

Originally Posted by mfer

Very nice Radiomir. Is that a 27/20mm OEM strap? Like the black and ecru stitch.

Yes that is the 27/(20?) OEM strap... Loving it. But I'm not sure if that's a 20 down the "buckle". I think it's 27/22 or 24? But I haven't measured it, it doesn't look 20mm though - or maybe it's my eyes playing tricks! :D

Trurolexer · 6 October 2010, 12:44 AM

Great catch!!! Huge Congrats!!!

Shade · 6 October 2010, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Great catch!!! Huge Congrats!!!

Thanks bro! Btw, lo di Jakarta?hehehe..

Trurolexer · 6 October 2010, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shade

Thanks bro! Btw, lo di Jakarta?hehehe..

Yoi, Gue orang Indo juga...

TheLino · 6 October 2010, 01:39 AM

I've never been a big fan of the Radiomir, but this one's pretty sweet.

bcacncnc · 6 October 2010, 05:30 AM

Congrats Norman. Enjoy it!

Shade · 6 October 2010, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Yoi, Gue orang Indo juga...

Wah boleh nih kapan2 ketemuan bro!

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheLino

I've never been a big fan of the Radiomir, but this one's pretty sweet.

It is actually sweet indeed!

Quote:

Originally Posted by bcacncnc

Congrats Norman. Enjoy it!

Thanks buddy!

27 September 2010, 01:45 PM	#1
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Hello hello new PAM... After a short debate and created a poll... I finally got this... I had the option of getting a sub-date or a vintage brown GMT with nipple dial... Trying all three on, I decided this is the best for me... And I think it sits well amongst my collection... :) I now think I am "complete" for the moment... I have a watch for almost every occassion I could wanted. And with that, I have 3 custom gator straps coming in from Lau & Van Ledjen. I recommend their straps highly! :D

27 September 2010, 01:58 PM	#3
sleddog 2025 TitaniumYM Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Rob Location: Nearby. Posts: 24,935	Congratulations....I've always admired the lume on Panerai.! __________________ He who wears a Rolex is always on time, even when late!! TRF's "After Dark" Bar & Nightclub Patron-Founding Member..

27 September 2010, 03:08 PM	#12
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Rob: Well do try one when you have time... (The watch, not the woman hahahaha). And you'll be in a for a treat... be prepared though, you might have to shell out some dime for it. __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

28 September 2010, 01:04 AM	#16
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Congrats on the 287...the Rad adds a different look to your collection... great collection as well! wear it in good health... __________________ too much into watches...

28 September 2010, 04:31 AM	#20
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Very nice Radiomir. Is that a 27/20mm OEM strap? Like the black and ecru stitch. __________________ member#3242

27 September 2010, 01:49 PM	#2
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	Looks Great!

27 September 2010, 02:04 PM	#4
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,749	Norman, that looks great. I really like the deployant strap you chose. I have a black on black Gator...sometimes I wish I had the one like yours with white stitching. Nice contrast. I've been thinking about Radiomirs...but alas, I am on a watch diet!

27 September 2010, 02:05 PM	#5
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Thanks guys... Rob: Honestly, the PAINTED lume is quite a disappointment compared to the "sandwich lume". Comparing the two between my 352 (sandwich) and 287, my 287 dims down faster.. Are they using a different chemical or what? Funny.

27 September 2010, 02:23 PM	#8
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Rob: Very interesting to me too, I have been notified by fellow Paneristis, that the Sandwich lume "lasts longer in the dark". Apparently, this seems to be very true. What I heard was they use a thicker lume under the black dial, hence absorbing much more light and giving out better light in longer periods of time. I'm not sure that is exactly true or technically true, but apparently there is a noticable difference.

27 September 2010, 02:37 PM	#10
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Rob: you should add one to your collection. I'm sure it won't disappoint! :)

28 September 2010, 01:12 AM	#17
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,898	What a classy piece. Congrats!!!

28 September 2010, 04:46 AM	#21
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,773	That's beautiful. Congrats!

28 September 2010, 10:43 AM	#22
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	congrats !!! __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

28 September 2010, 10:48 AM	#23
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Great pick-up! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

6 October 2010, 12:44 AM	#25
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Great catch!!! Huge Congrats!!!

6 October 2010, 01:39 AM	#28
TheLino Retired Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Planet Earth Posts: 196	I've never been a big fan of the Radiomir, but this one's pretty sweet.

6 October 2010, 05:30 AM	#29
bcacncnc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Bryan Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,577	Congrats Norman. Enjoy it! __________________ Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko

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