boneyjr 1 Posted May 30, 2013 I am happy to report that yesterday I took receipt of my latest purchase: the KW 312 (just in time for my trip to Barbados!). As we already all know, this is an outstanding replica. This finish and build are simply amazing, the dial and date window are perfect (as far as I can tell) and the rep strap isn't bad at all. The factory should really be applauded for their replication of the 312 movement. To me, this seems to be a game changer in the making. I am by no means a Panerai expert; however, I do see one area that could use improvement: AR. That's about it. Enjoy some iPhone pics: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crlshd02 0 Posted May 30, 2013 very nice....the more i see of the 312 the more im thinking of getting it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SSTEEL 0 Posted May 30, 2013 That sure is top of the line right there! I see what you mean about the AR, this would be the icing on the cake for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boneyjr 1 Posted May 30, 2013 Yea, AR needs work.. oh, and the dirt in the CG engraving is soon to be gone! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hidefguy 0 Posted May 30, 2013 (edited) Yea, AR needs work.. oh, and the dirt in the CG engraving is soon to be gone! That's the 2nd "dirt" in the CG engraving that I've seen posted, the previous person said that it's only visible in pictures but not to the naked eye. Is this the same for you? btw beautiful watch, this is on my to get list. Edited May 30, 2013 by hidefguy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kuvarsit 6 Posted May 30, 2013 WEAR IT IN GOOD HEALTH. THANKS FOR SHARE CG ENGRAVING SAME AS GEN. DIRTY POSSIBLE CLEANING WITH TOOTH BRUSH. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boneyjr 1 Posted May 30, 2013 WEAR IT IN GOOD HEALTH. THANKS FOR SHARE CG ENGRAVING SAME AS GEN. DIRTY POSSIBLE CLEANING WITH TOOTH BRUSH. Dirt already gone! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Whorologist 227 Posted May 30, 2013 sigh....the tempting photos and reviews keep coming in. Does it make sense to buy this if you already have a 111? please tell me no Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ALE7575 24 Posted May 30, 2013 Yea, AR needs work.. oh, and the dirt in the CG engraving is soon to be gone! Gen AR is not very strong in this type of PAM watches. See below gen pics ALE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boneyjr 1 Posted May 30, 2013 sigh....the tempting photos and reviews keep coming in. Does it make sense to buy this if you already have a 111? please tell me no I sold my 005 to fund this... I hate not having a date window. 111 doesn't have a date window -- sell it and get this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burrogs 0 Posted May 31, 2013 The improved ease in strap change alone is worth getting this over the 111 IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Whorologist 227 Posted May 31, 2013 sigh....the tempting photos and reviews keep coming in. Does it make sense to buy this if you already have a 111? please tell me no I sold my 005 to fund this... I hate not having a date window. 111 doesn't have a date window -- sell it and get this. yea im not too bothered about the date....i actually like the simplcity of the 111 dial but i do love the 1950's case. Cant justify haveing both though....too similar looking from a distance IMHO. I want to stay away from PAMs for a while to build a more varied collection but these bloody KWs.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sardonix 1 Posted June 5, 2013 Very nice pics and watch. What is the problem about the AR in your opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1littlegreen 1 Posted June 5, 2013 Very nice! Have to give the factory a hand for the date and the movement. Can barely read the date on my 312 and the movement is trash compared to this. Worth it to grab one of these. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flipper81 0 Posted June 5, 2013 Love the movement on this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave0280 0 Posted June 5, 2013 I'm torn between selling my 111 as well to get one of these or even the 417 limited editions. Arrggghhh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boneyjr 1 Posted June 5, 2013 Very nice pics and watch. What is the problem about the AR in your opinion. There just seems to be a bit more glare than you would want. However, the gens also seem to be this way. So maybe its not a problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SMP_from_RWI 0 Posted June 5, 2013 I think I cannot resist the pam temptation anymore, this beauty just defeated my resistance against pams Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knoffie 0 Posted June 5, 2013 pardon my ignorance but which TD did you get it from? Knoffie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gottahaverolex 0 Posted June 5, 2013 Looks awesome brother! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sequoia 0 Posted June 6, 2013 I am happy to report that yesterday I took receipt of my latest purchase: the KW 312 (just in time for my trip to Barbados!). As we already all know, this is an outstanding replica. This finish and build are simply amazing, the dial and date window are perfect (as far as I can tell) and the rep strap isn't bad at all. The factory should really be applauded for their replication of the 312 movement. To me, this seems to be a game changer in the making. I am by no means a Panerai expert; however, I do see one area that could use improvement: AR. That's about it. Enjoy some iPhone pics: Great watch! Have you had any problems with the rotor coming loose? I've seen a handful of people with rotor problems. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greystash 0 Posted June 6, 2013 Hey boneyir, thanks for posting it looks great. As much as I love leather straps on Pams does anyone know what, if any, SS Bracelets fit this new 312 0 Series? I've always wanted to try a SS Bracelet on a PAM. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boneyjr 1 Posted June 9, 2013 No problems with the rotor so far (fingers crossed). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted June 9, 2013 I received my second KW312 with the revised rotor mount on friday, and in the interest of the forum and good science I decided to drop it repeatedly from the rooftop of a skyscraper to see if the rotor would come of. Awrye, I didn't - but this revised version does indeed look, feel and sound much better than the first one I got. Especially up-close under the loupe. I've stopped worrying and ordered the KW359 as well, as it shares the same movement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
