robznet 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Hi all, after a long period of not being "a Panerai man" I finally bit the bullet and ordered one from Michelle at Silix Prime. I've waited a while and at last got the QC pics this morning. This is where it all goes tits up, I ordered this one........................ And got QC pics of this one................... It's a little different methinks! I have emailed Michelle to the effect that I didn't order a blue dial and that the bezel isn't polished - in fact it's a totally different watch. I am now into my third order with Michelle and for the moment I'm thinking maybe she sent the wrong pics so benefit of the doubt until she gets back to me. Your thoughts on this one would however be greatly appreciated guys! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gottahaverolex 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Completely wrong watch, refuse it and ask for a new one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeandroBR 14 Posted October 15, 2011 Different watch and strap also ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ollifl 0 Posted October 15, 2011 That's known as subtle substitution Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted October 15, 2011 PIZZA CUTTER CROWN ????? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted October 15, 2011 Refuse it and buy somewhere else. That's ridiculous... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 997 Posted October 15, 2011 Mind you the crown is a great improvement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeandroBR 14 Posted October 15, 2011 I believe Michelle will sort it out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robznet 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Mind you the crown is a great improvement. I agree! - now if only she could put that crown on my original order.................................. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gottahaverolex 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Neither of those are good reps, I'd buy somewhere else like Greg said...truly bro. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robznet 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Many thanks for your input guys - it's appreciated. My original idea was to order this watch to "get a feel" for Panerai, it's a relative cheapie and I would probably go on from here to buy a more upmarket one if I get the feeling. I have given Michelle chance to sort it out and I have no doubt that she will but I'm feeling a little dissapointed at the moment. Thanks again guys - will keep you all posted on any developments! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creechin 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Someone smoking something or hitting the betel leaf a little too hard................. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted October 15, 2011 If you want a budget PAM, wait until Robert is back up and running again and buy one of his $99 PAM111s. You won't find a better budget handwind Panerai anywhere... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gtwc 1 Posted October 15, 2011 I think the blue dialled one is the Amerigo Vespucci edition. A much nicer watch in brushed s/s or ti (in my opinion......) Perhaps she thought she was doing you a favour...................... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted October 15, 2011 The blue dialled one isn't a blue dial - it's just appalling AR. I like the way the seconds subdial is headed east, though..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted October 15, 2011 Yep... a fantasy watch with ugliest crown guard I've ever seen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdoe 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Hi all, after a long period of not being "a Panerai man" I finally bit the bullet and ordered one A clear omen, interpret as you wish.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aren 27 Posted October 15, 2011 I would wait a bit longer and just get a PAM from Robert. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cynikal.Mindset 1 Posted October 15, 2011 don't even bother with a budget version...pony up the funds and get a nice h-factory or noob 111m and love it and if you don't you will be able to sell for practically the same price you paid. I'm by no means a PAM lover but after an exhausting search and many members advice I went ahead and bought a noob 111m as its almost perfect and for a couple hundred bux you cant go wrong Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Showa321 0 Posted October 15, 2011 Maybe its just a misunderstanding, I am sure it will be sorted when the dealer gets back to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narikaa 129 Posted October 15, 2011 That's known as subtle substitution Its known as 'haaab, same!' in China I would wait a bit longer Wait a bit longer till you outgrow Panerais . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robznet 0 Posted October 15, 2011 That's known as subtle substitution Its known as 'haaab, same!' in China I would wait a bit longer Wait a bit longer till you outgrow Panerais . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
