Del 4,463 Posted May 14, 2012 I received a PAM111N Noob Factory today from Watch International. The specs are as follows:- 44mm x 15mm in size Asian 6497-2 platinum plated, hand wind movement running at 21,600bhp 316F s/s case Sapphire crystal with single colourless AR Superluminova C1 & C3 dial Came with rep brown croc-type strap (changed to rep Asso) $218 plus shipping plus 5% Paypal FIrstly, I am very impressed with the overall quality of the watch. There's nothing that I've discovered that made me think that the quality could be better. Even the lug bar screws seem to be the perfect length and screw in to exactly the same point on each lug! However, there was some discussion in the Watch International sales thread that this is a v1 but there is a better v2 version available. The only two differences being sharper inside corners in the crown guard and a better colour match of the lume in the hands and on the dial (I honestly don't know if this was in daylight or in the dark). So, let's get the crown guard point out of the way. Yes, this version has slightly rounded inside corners but with the naked eye it is almost impossible to tell (let alone ever notice when someone is wearing it!). Here's a pic:- Secondly, the lume. It glows like a torch and there is no difference that I can see in colour or in brightness. Here's a pic:- The AR is pretty good as you can see from this pic (which also shows that I didn't clean the crystal properly ):- The display caseback shows the lovely movement with engraved "Officine Panerai":- And finally, the two money shots! P5148874v2 by Bjorn Dajoak, on Flickr P5148891v2 by Bjorn Dajoak, on Flickr Hope you enjoyed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffw69 0 Posted May 14, 2012 I must get out my loupe. Beautiful shots Del!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dalboy 2 Posted May 14, 2012 Del does it again.......very nice Del, very nice indeed....the temptation is strong with this one.. :yoda: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFleischer 4,355 Posted May 14, 2012 I can't believe you'd get a watch with rounded cg's when for $40 more you could get square ones. Seriously, that's a great looking watch. I love the texture of the dial- good deal man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robznet 0 Posted May 14, 2012 OMG! That is beautiful Del and A1 pics as usual mate! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crusader 0 Posted May 14, 2012 Nice, that's what I've been waiting for, the close up of the dial, I love the matte grainy finish, just lovely. Great choice mate, enjoy it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jacobarch 0 Posted May 14, 2012 I indeed have a boner. And i just found my new avatar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FilBack 0 Posted May 14, 2012 So beautiful! Amazing shots! Now I'm even more excited for my 111N! Still waiting for QC pics from Toro. It's been 4 days since I've paid. I hope there aren't any problems... :s Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrs1986 0 Posted May 14, 2012 Thats a nice watch, i bought a beginner 005 from toro, and i received a 112...... Its okay, the watch looks good... But i want a better rep right now! Could you tell me where can i get that strap?? Can rochest get me that strap too?? Thats the way i like the strap, i think looks gorgeous, and the watch of course is no word... Looks amazing!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted May 14, 2012 Thanks everyone! @ jacobarch! @ mrs1986 - Toro is selling that strap for $39. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrs1986 0 Posted May 14, 2012 (edited) @ mrs1986 - Toro is selling that strap for $39. Thanks a lot! The watch looks outstanding on that strap... Could you tell me if it is soft?? And if it is 24/24?? Or if i should buy a buckle?? Thanks! Edited May 14, 2012 by mrs1986 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted May 14, 2012 @ mrs1986 - Toro is selling that strap for $39. Thanks a lot! The watch looks outstanding on that strap... Could you tell me if it is soft?? Thanks! As far as rep straps go, this is one of the best imo. It's fairly supple if that's what you mean. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrs1986 0 Posted May 15, 2012 @ mrs1986 - Toro is selling that strap for $39. Thanks a lot! The watch looks outstanding on that strap... Could you tell me if it is soft?? Thanks! As far as rep straps go, this is one of the best imo. It's fairly supple if that's what you mean. And the size?? It is 24/24?? Or i should have to buy a new buckle?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted May 15, 2012 No, it's 27/22. Del, is it normal length? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
machiavegli 6 Posted May 15, 2012 @ mrs1986 - Toro is selling that strap for $39. Thanks a lot! The watch looks outstanding on that strap... Could you tell me if it is soft?? And if it is 24/24?? Or if i should buy a buckle?? Thanks! Um, mrs you didn't mention whether you like it soft or hard :lmao: Del, kick ass watch and pics. I'm jealous and CG is fine -Mach Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrs1986 0 Posted May 15, 2012 No, it's 27/22. Del, is it normal length? Is that bad what i asked? Just need to know... Im not so lucky and know everything.... And i just asked about it beeing soft at the touch, no need to mock on me... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HWG 11 Posted May 15, 2012 Yet again awesome pics. Congrats De! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muaitai 0 Posted May 15, 2012 Beautiful watch, it is on my wishlist for this year. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted May 15, 2012 Thanks again for the comments folks! No, it's 27/22. Del, is it normal length? Is that bad what i asked? Just need to know... Im not so lucky and know everything.... And i just asked about it beeing soft at the touch, no need to mock on me... Yes mrs1986, it is 24/22mm so your rep Panerai buckle will fit ok and the length is the standard 120/75mm or something along those lines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gianton 14 Posted May 15, 2012 It looks great, pics are awesome as usual mate! Congrats!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
