1vh1 0 Posted June 29, 2011 (edited) I was wondering how I could tell which vendors used a 1:1 gen when repping this watch. I see one advertising they used a genuine watch, so wouldn't that mean the rest of the vendors would have the same watch? Don't they come from the same place? Edited June 29, 2011 by 1vh1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted June 29, 2011 PAM 228 or PAM 328? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
houndoggie 58 Posted June 29, 2011 If you are talking about the 328 (which is a 312 on a bracelet) then here is what the best version looks like compared to gen: http://www.replica-watches-guide.com/forum...c=16696&hl= Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1vh1 0 Posted June 29, 2011 Wow, sorry about that, I meant PAM288. I've been awake 36 hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drhulee 0 Posted June 29, 2011 If you want an accurate 228, you'll have to piece one together. The cartel dial is too purple, the DSN case is way off, and both will need upgraded crowns and CGs. My custom build consists of an old Cartel SS case, new low-profile DSN bezel, DSN dial, mix of DSN and Cartel Ultimate hands, T48 crown, and LH CG. You will also need to remove the AR from the inside of your crystal. It will still suffer a sunken datewheel, but I wasn't too concerned about that. Don't ask for pics, it is currently out getting relumed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted June 30, 2011 Doc, he's talking about 288, Radiomir, that has no crown guards or datewheel. VH, you really believe they buy $9,000 watch and dissect it??? Don't make me laugh. It's all total bullshit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1vh1 0 Posted June 30, 2011 Doc, he's talking about 288, Radiomir, that has no crown guards or datewheel.VH, you really believe they buy $9,000 watch and dissect it??? Don't make me laugh. It's all total bullshit. I was gonna give them the benefit of the doubt. I figured it was iffy. It is one of my all time favorites though, next to a Super avenger chrono. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted June 30, 2011 I always laugh, reading "$60,000 watch (APO) was dissected"... Oh, my... For $60,000 ANY chinese will sell his mom's liver AND burn a whole Beijing, if somebody would offer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted June 30, 2011 There's only one rep of the 288 around at present - and it's probably the most accurate Panerai rep available. Most of the dealers have it. Just bear in mind that you may end up having to get it serviced as the H-Factory's QC isn't great... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
opus9 0 Posted June 30, 2011 Doc, he's talking about 288, Radiomir, that has no crown guards or datewheel.VH, you really believe they buy $9,000 watch and dissect it??? Don't make me laugh. It's all total bullshit. I was gonna give them the benefit of the doubt. I figured it was iffy. It is one of my all time favorites though, next to a Super avenger chrono. I have just bought one from Robert 7750/28,800..He knows his stuff as a top dealer,he assures me that the one I have just bought is the best rep of this he has seen on the market to date..he is not in the habit of lying to get a sale... will post wristies when it arrives. regards opus9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robbie888 0 Posted June 30, 2011 Doc, he's talking about 288, Radiomir, that has no crown guards or datewheel.VH, you really believe they buy $9,000 watch and dissect it??? Don't make me laugh. It's all total bullshit. I was gonna give them the benefit of the doubt. I figured it was iffy. It is one of my all time favorites though, next to a Super avenger chrono. I have just bought one from Robert 7750/28,800..He knows his stuff as a top dealer,he assures me that the one I have just bought is the best rep of this he has seen on the market to date..he is not in the habit of lying to get a sale... will post wristies when it arrives. regards opus9 Good thinking Opus! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cobn 0 Posted June 30, 2011 I always laugh, reading "$60,000 watch (APO) was dissected"... Oh, my... For $60,000 ANY chinese will sell his mom's liver AND burn a whole Beijing, if somebody would offer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1vh1 0 Posted July 1, 2011 One last question, what size (width) band do I need to get? I like the plain black calf bands more than what this one comes with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted July 1, 2011 288 come with very, very nice leather strap, croco print, I don't think you'll ever want to replace it. It fits the watch perfectly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 1, 2011 One last question, what size (width) band do I need to get? I like the plain black calf bands more than what this one comes with. For the current 288 you'll be needing a 27/20 strap (27mm at the lugs - tapering to 20mm at the deployant buckle). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drhulee 0 Posted July 1, 2011 Oh 288, well that was fuckin waste of typing : Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
