Del 4,473 Posted December 10, 2011 I snapped up one of Tony's (asian7750.com) "crazy sale" PAM186s for $99 - it arrived yesterday. I kind of expected a fairly average PAM, even although it had a 7750 movement - I was wrong, it's a cracker! When I opened the package the watch was not running but, just like the wife, a good slap got it going! Then I realised how nice it was - very well finished, lovely brushed bezel and case, clear (or no) AR, immaculate dial and lovely caseback (even although it is apparently the wrong one :dunno:). And the lume is surprisingly good - I almost thought it was superlume at first but although it's even and responsive, I suspect longevity might be lacking. All in all, it's a full-on, high quality PAM that should sell for over $200! It came on a very nice rubber strap and deployant but I took that off immediately and put on a spare 24/24mm strap that I had lying around (freebie from Silverspeed!) with brushed buckle BUT this is temprorary because I have a custom strap on route from Snpr9696 over at RWI! So, enough rambling - just enjoy the pics! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NCRich 13,780 Posted December 10, 2011 Beautiful, can't wait for mine to get here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazillionaire 0 Posted December 10, 2011 Great isn't it Del! I have mine on right now, I to didn't know what to expect and it's definitely quality wise a $200+ rep. Congratz and very nice Photos, but where is your review for the Pen? Lol I wasn't impressed with the Pen but it works and is thrown in free so a bonus anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crusader 0 Posted December 10, 2011 What a nice watch, really one of my favourites. I love the thick bezel, surely a watch to consider. And great thing about this watch, you can make profit on it when selling it since you got it so cheap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 10, 2011 Thanks guys! As for the pen, well, it's in my desk drawer at work and will be what you might call a "daily beater" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amuthon 0 Posted December 10, 2011 Great pics as usual Del, nice watch for an insane price. Ordered one too, hope to receive it before christmas.... thx for sharing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seclark007 11 Posted December 10, 2011 I need to check out this site....quite the deal! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fragzzone 0 Posted December 10, 2011 Very nice, mine is on the way.... the pen is not much quality? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 10, 2011 Thanks again guys. The pen? Well, it's ok but I'd never actually buy one! Much better with Narikaa's Mont Blanc pens he recently listed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 10, 2011 And great thing about this watch, you can make profit on it when selling it since you got it so cheap No, I wouldn't do that. If I ever sell it I'd also make it cheap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kolchak 17 Posted December 10, 2011 awesome! This thread just pushed me over the edge.....hope that sale is still going on..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
digger2 0 Posted December 10, 2011 I ordered one Thursday morning and just after that the deal was gone from the webpage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kolchak 17 Posted December 10, 2011 I ordered one Thursday morning and just after that the deal was gone from the webpage. yup, it's gone. probably for the best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 10, 2011 awesome! This thread just pushed me over the edge.....hope that sale is still going on..... Thanks mate. Sorry you missed the deal though. I ordered one Thursday morning and just after that the deal was gone from the webpage. Well done mate, sounds like you just made it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markeym3 2 Posted December 10, 2011 That is just so good Del. great photos as usual too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeLaForce 2 Posted December 11, 2011 Cool , makes me look forward to mine! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 11, 2011 Cool , makes me look forward to mine! You won't be disappointed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBuys 0 Posted December 11, 2011 I snapped up one of Tony's (asian7750.com) "crazy sale" PAM186s for $99 - it arrived yesterday. I kind of expected a fairly average PAM, even although it had a 7750 movement - I was wrong, it's a cracker! When I opened the package the watch was not running but, just like the wife, a good slap got it going! Then I realised how nice it was - very well finished, lovely brushed bezel and case, clear (or no) AR, immaculate dial and lovely caseback (even although it is apparently the wrong one :dunno:). And the lume is surprisingly good - I almost thought it was superlume at first but although it's even and responsive, I suspect longevity might be lacking. All in all, it's a full-on, high quality PAM that should sell for over $200! I agree that it is a whale of a deal but my CG lever flops around. Got to be a simple fix and also the CG does not quite fit the case like H factory. No complaints for this price though. Just need to source a new CG or rework this one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulro 2 Posted December 11, 2011 Hi Del, I ordered too and it arrived last week-brilliant. Post some pics with the new strap when you get it. Well done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 11, 2011 I agree that it is a whale of a deal but my CG lever flops around. Got to be a simple fix and also the CG does not quite fit the case like H factory. No complaints for this price though. Just need to source a new CG or rework this one. That's a pity about your CG lever - mine is not super-tight but it certainly doesn't fall open. Hi Del, I ordered too and it arrived last week-brilliant. Post some pics with the new strap when you get it. Well done. Don't worry, I will - the strap is a beauty! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 11, 2011 superb pics! Cheers DB! Nice to see you around. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted December 12, 2011 Looks really nice Del, I'm waiting for mine now almost 3 weeks. I wish the dealers would have more crazy sales- Tony sold alot of these. Just shows you how much mark up there is even @ $200 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,473 Posted December 12, 2011 Thanks NF! Hope your's arrives soon mate - you'll love it! I still can't believe I only paid $99. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
