HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 16, 2015 As I've mentioned before, Tyler and I have a bit of a watch swap program going on with each shipping a watch every couple weeks from our own collection. It's been a great way to keep things fresh without burning through a ton of cash. In last week is Tyler's Panerai 512. Here's Tyler's write up: http://www.rwg.bz/board/index.php?showtopic=98673 Have to say I agree with everything except possibly the strap. Really no substitute for real gator, and this watch could really benefit from a great strap. The size as Tyler mentions, at 42 mm with the 1940 case, is perfect though. I myself am starting to lean towards the smaller watches. I really can't remember the last time I even had my DSSD on much less my 111. Also I'm really digging the simple but elegant qualities of this watch. Hardly a super rep, from the upside down/mirrored movement, to the larger case size, but I would be blown away to see this model in the flesh as it carries the usual Panerai price but not fully "Pam'ish" with the missing CG. Any who, this would very much be a keeper in my collection. Have to say the lume does not seem too good and fades quickly. Ok, enough blah blah, on with a few pics from a very quick photoshoot (i.e. not much post work done to remove dust and the like)... Poor lume shot... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KarmaToBurn 1,419 Posted August 16, 2015 Amazing shots as always! Love this model and a great size for those of us with spindly wrists. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted August 16, 2015 Great pics of a nice watch. I too find myself leaning towards smaller watches lately. I do like the size of the 111, but I think 42mm is an ideal size, not too bulky, not in the way, and not too flashy or blingy. This watch seems to fit the bill. Shot, now I'll look around the dealers to see what's available. Can you do us all a favor and not take such nice pictures from now on? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted August 16, 2015 Beautiful photos and a lovely watch. Why did you have to post it on a Sunday when I'm vaguely bored with an already low temptation threshold . . . :lmao: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flipper81 0 Posted August 16, 2015 I like this a lot!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks mate. Beautiful photos and a lovely watch. Why did you have to post it on a Sunday when I'm vaguely bored with an already low temptation threshold . . . :lmao: just add a little alcohol to the mix and you'll have a watch buying trifecta! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks mate. Beautiful photos and a lovely watch. Why did you have to post it on a Sunday when I'm vaguely bored with an already low temptation threshold . . . :lmao: just add a little alcohol to the mix and you'll have a watch buying trifecta! Exactly. Give it a couple of hours and I'll be waiting for QC pics . . . FFS . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks mate. Beautiful photos and a lovely watch. Why did you have to post it on a Sunday when I'm vaguely bored with an already low temptation threshold . . . :lmao: just add a little alcohol to the mix and you'll have a watch buying trifecta! Exactly. Give it a couple of hours and I'll be waiting for QC pics . . . FFS . . . Grab a mimosa or two... much faster this way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shinjun 0 Posted August 16, 2015 I never was a fan of PAMs but these pictures are hella good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LightGeek 25 Posted August 16, 2015 Very nice! I'm set on the baby PAMs. The 512 is my "dressy" and the 337 is the "everyday" PAM for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks gents. Agree Light. The only Panerai I have that's remotely dress is my 388. Wish it was a tad smaller and without the date complication then it would be perfect. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Not That Rich 21 Posted August 16, 2015 Great pictures and like the strap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 16, 2015 Guess it's just me with the strap. Thanks mate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ellistyle1 0 Posted August 16, 2015 I recognize the quality gap in real gator vs rep gator, but I was honestly surprised at how decent this rep gator is. I've definitely seen/felt worse. Great pics, brother. I'm quite certain you could feed your family with those skills. Thanks again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazzla 23 Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks gents. Agree Light. The only Panerai I have that's remotely dress is my 388. Wish it was a tad smaller and without the date complication then it would be perfect. Are you kidding? The 388 is the BEST PAM ever made!! Anyhow, Members send me constant PMs saying that they've bought a watch because of my pics. Now the boot's on the other foot because I've just pulled the trigger on this and it's all your fault! Thanks again for the great pics! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HeavyKrush 16 Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks gents. Agree Light. The only Panerai I have that's remotely dress is my 388. Wish it was a tad smaller and without the date complication then it would be perfect. Are you kidding? The 388 is the BEST PAM ever made!! Anyhow, Members send me constant PMs saying that they've bought a watch because of my pics. Now the boot's on the other foot because I've just pulled the trigger on this and it's all your fault! Thanks again for the great pics! Now I'm the enabler... Nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
