Bluenose 6 Posted October 8, 2015 I recieved this absolute beautiful 288 from Toro a few weeks back and it's an absolute gem. After reading up (as a noob should ) the forum posts, reviews and particularly ALE's guide..........wow what a source of info I select the 288 super rep.......and wow it really lives up to it's reputation. The 7750 auto movement, the AR saphire, the dial and the deployant clasp (I love this version). I've a number of different straps now, but my favourite are the gen black croc with white stitching. I know this is standard look but its great. So here are some pics.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nofitstate 27 Posted October 8, 2015 Nice. I have one I picked up from Toro last year. It really is a great watch! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ecs80 0 Posted October 8, 2015 Nice watch. Congratulation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,888 Posted October 8, 2015 That's a stunning watch strap combo, great pictures too! Enjoy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ALE7575 24 Posted October 8, 2015 Congrats A nice rep Where is the strap from? ALE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skitter 0 Posted October 8, 2015 That is a nice looking watch, mate! The croc strap adds to the gen look. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluenose 6 Posted October 9, 2015 Congrats A nice rep Where is the strap from? ALE Hi Ale, the strap is from Tuan, one of the Vietnamese sellers. I got one custom strap from him for a look, a 24mm brown croc for my 520, and it was amazing. So I got two customs 26/20mm to go with this 288K. Funds were tight after a bit of a buying spree! The stitching could be a little better, but the look and feel are great for the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ALE7575 24 Posted October 9, 2015 The stitching could be a little better, but the look and feel are great for the price. Just my thoughts ALE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
myaz 3 Posted October 9, 2015 What a great choice. Agreed on the stitching but aside from us and your own critical eye, others won't give you a hard time over it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N.Rico 1 Posted October 9, 2015 beautiful piece ,enjoy it , mine says Hello Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluenose 6 Posted October 9, 2015 thanks fella's appreciate all the comments. I will replace the strap with a better stitched version (when funds support), as I don't think the stitching can be corrected.....although you could be told otherwise. cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bonnovox 0 Posted October 9, 2015 Good choice, and toro Service is very Nice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samtrigg 0 Posted October 11, 2015 Never been a Pam fan. Now I have to have this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluenose 6 Posted October 11, 2015 Never been a Pam fan. Now I have to have this. It really is an amazing watch, fits both formal'ish and casual dress. I would wear to a very formal setting as not a dress watch, but other than that it goes with everything Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
perry 0 Posted November 13, 2015 I have to get mine out and wear it. Beautiful watch but just have too many to wear them all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kamellip 0 Posted December 8, 2015 Gorgeous piece my friend! How is the quality of the strap that the watch came with? Was it stiff? Love the croc look! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
niqfra 0 Posted December 9, 2015 Interesting , not my fav Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
torobravo 9 Posted December 10, 2015 Thanks for the feedback sir, the strap looks beautiful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kamellip 0 Posted December 11, 2015 Can you provide the contact info/website for the dealer you got the croc strap from? Looks amazing! Mind me asking how much you paid? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bananakid0 0 Posted December 11, 2015 That strap's superb. Waiting on my own watch from toro now :suck: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluenose 6 Posted December 19, 2015 Gorgeous piece my friend! How is the quality of the strap that the watch came with? Was it stiff? Love the croc look! Tuan straps are nice and soft....great feel and look. Stitching is the challenge especially if you go for contrast colour. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluenose 6 Posted December 19, 2015 Can you provide the contact info/website for the dealer you got the croc strap from? Looks amazing! Mind me asking how much you paid? It was Tuan, one of the current Vietnamese strap sellers on eBay. Paid about £20-25. I'll pm you a link to his store. Other on there also vnhandcraft also good....my opinion is stitching is better with vn but the leather doesn't have the same marble effect Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viper420 0 Posted December 29, 2015 nice watch, def on my shortlist, how is the quality of the lume application if you don't mind me asking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
