OEM Alligator straps

[wgs]

Hey guys, sorry to keep posting threads with questions about straps.

Since I am a newer PAM owner, the strap search is on. Looking to purchase a brown OEM Alligator strap (tongue buckle) for my 000. Not sure if I should go with the brown or dark brown ... does anyone out there have both? ... any photos? I will have to order from my local AD so just trying to see a comparison before buying. Thanks, I appreciate it!

[snog]

good choice,I fancy trying the blue gator next.

[mfer]

Here is a dark brown second from the left. All are oem except the middle one (ABP).

[wgs]

Originally Posted by mfer

Here is a dark brown second from the left. All are oem except the middle one (ABP).

Thank you

[jay_man2]

Still waiting on a gold JV for my 351. After these pics, can't wait much longer!

[632627]

go with either the antique brown(176/177 strap) or the black semimatt with ecru stitch(312 strap)

[mfer]

Originally Posted by 632627

go with either the antique brown(176/177 strap) or the black semimatt with ecru stitch(312 strap)

The one on the left and 2nd to the right are both black semimatt with ecru for reference.

[Time2time]

Nice straps guys!

Pardon my ignorance im a Pam wannabe, soon hopefully.

What's OEM and ABP??

Thanks.

[bcacncnc]

Hi there...

I also had the same dilemma when I first went searching for OEM "brown" gators. From memory there are three maybe four shades of "brown" - plus you need to take notice of the sheen - whether its partially glossy or matt. Off the top of my head the names are: antique gold, antique brown and brown (don't quote me). The brown comes as original equipment on the 270. I got the antique brown. And the antique gold is the lightest shade.

You really need to see some hi-res pics or in person to understand the real color as the computer screen tends to distort the true color a little. Secondly, I've notice that they do darken, which was good advice given to me by the Panerai sales at the time.

I've seen all three after they've been worn a while and all look great. I'll try and find a pic for you.

[mfer]

Originally Posted by Time2time

Nice straps guys!

Pardon my ignorance im a Pam wannabe, soon hopefully.

What's OEM and ABP??

Thanks.

OEM is Original Equipment by Manufacturer. In this case the strap is made by Panerai.

ABP is Atelier du Bracelet Parisien, a maker of FINE aftermarket straps. www.abp-paris.com/

[Time2time]

Originally Posted by mfer

OEM is Original Equipment by Manufacturer. In this case the strap is made by Panerai.

ABP is Atelier du Bracelet Parisien, a maker of FINE aftermarket straps. www.abp-paris.com/

Thanks Mik

[wgs]

Thank you ... Appreciate your response. I did not realize there were so many options. Thanks again.

Originally Posted by bcacncnc

Hi there...

I also had the same dilemma when I first went searching for OEM "brown" gators. From memory there are three maybe four shades of "brown" - plus you need to take notice of the sheen - whether its partially glossy or matt. Off the top of my head the names are: antique gold, antique brown and brown (don't quote me). The brown comes as original equipment on the 270. I got the antique brown. And the antique gold is the lightest shade.

You really need to see some hi-res pics or in person to understand the real color as the computer screen tends to distort the true color a little. Secondly, I've notice that they do darken, which was good advice given to me by the Panerai sales at the time.

I've seen all three after they've been worn a while and all look great. I'll try and find a pic for you.

[632627]

for a 44mm luminor such as your 000 there are 5 oem brown croc straps.

1. jv nubuck gold, which is the lightest color
2. gold semimatt- also known as the honey brown, it is a light, orangish brown, oem strap from the 088. very unique color.
3. antique brown- darker brown strap, almost a mohagany in color, as it has reddish hues. oem strap from 176/177. i had this strapped to a 005 and it looked awesome.
4. dark brown- similar to the antique brown strap but darker. oem 351 strap. would probably appear black in low lighting. very nice strap.
5. bourdeaux brilliant- dont bother, this strap is hideous. its some sort of bright brown strap.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by 632627

for a 44mm luminor such as your 000 there are 5 oem brown croc straps.

1. jv nubuck gold, which is the lightest color
2. gold semimatt- also known as the honey brown, it is a light, orangish brown, oem strap from the 088. very unique color.3. antique brown- darker brown strap, almost a mohagany in color, as it has reddish hues. oem strap from 176/177. i had this strapped to a 005 and it looked awesome.
4. dark brown- similar to the antique brown strap but darker. oem 351 strap. would probably appear black in low lighting. very nice strap.
5. bourdeaux brilliant- dont bother, this strap is hideous. its some sort of bright brown strap.

Here's a PIC of the one on my 088.

[wgs]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Here's a PIC of the one on my 088.

Appreciate the insight, thank you ... I'm cracking up about your comment on the bourdeaux strap. Going to give the antique brown a shot. Thanks again.

[jay_man2]

Here's the antique brown on my 164 and the honey brown on my 000.




The antique brown:

[TopNotchChach]

GAAAAAATOR

[7sins]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Here's a PIC of the one on my 088.

Simply perfect. Amazing how a strap can make such a significant difference.

[wgs]

Wow, I just put an order in with my AD for the antique brown stap ... $370 with the new price incease???

[632627]

Originally Posted by wgs

Wow, I just put an order in with my AD for the antique brown stap ... $370 with the new price incease???

yea, better off finding it for sale second hand(or even new) on one of the message boards