NFleischer 4,355 Posted January 10, 2014 The thing I notice is the Rep Dial looks a lot darker in the pix. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Khronos 1,339 Posted January 13, 2014 Can anybody tell me how these compare to the Panerai PAM243? I'm having trouble deciding which one to buy. Used to have a 243, but ended up selling it..don't know why really..I'd like to know if AP is much smaller and lighter? I have found the 243 to be just right and I'm afraid this one would be too small for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrey PAM 1 Posted January 16, 2014 Can anybody tell me how these compare to the Panerai PAM243? I'm having trouble deciding which one to buy. Used to have a 243, but ended up selling it..don't know why really..I'd like to know if AP is much smaller and lighter? I have found the 243 to be just right and I'm afraid this one would be too small for me. Buy both models . I would buy 243V3. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
watchlvr91 0 Posted January 18, 2014 Thanks for posting! I've been very happy with my v5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Audemarlover 0 Posted January 21, 2014 just awesome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Piccolo 674 Posted January 22, 2014 I received my V5 from Toro today - really pleased, quality is great. I had read about the small flaws listed in this thread and without the side by side you'd be hard pushed to notice. With reference to the post by PolatA regarding the strap quality the gen is just as thick but has more flexibility, the rep feels more 'brittle'. I think the rep also has more graining within the rubber than the gen. Again, these are relatively small flaws and easily corrected with a gen strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MHardiman 0 Posted February 4, 2014 I cannot wait to order mine. Will be my first purchase since joining the community. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Calcidose 0 Posted February 4, 2014 Good pics, thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edgematic 0 Posted February 9, 2014 All i can say is that the V4.1 is closer imo. Case finish is better on the V5. I once had a picture of V5 vs Gen vs V4.1. I sold my v5 but can post pics of V4.1 vs gen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrey PAM 1 Posted February 11, 2014 All i can say is that the V4.1 is closer imo. Case finish is better on the V5. I once had a picture of V5 vs Gen vs V4.1. I sold my v5 but can post pics of V4.1 vs gen +1 :coffee2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rolexwatchman 0 Posted February 13, 2014 now gotta do 4.1 vs 5 vs 5.1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Khahn 14 Posted February 13, 2014 Hopefully it will only be the movement that matters from now. lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MHardiman 0 Posted February 25, 2014 Excuse my ignorance, but what's the best way to wind these watches? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kal-el 0 Posted February 25, 2014 I think Its always best to regularly hand wind any type of watch. Read this: http://www.bernardwatch.com/blog/why-is-it-important-to-wind-my-automatic-with-the-crown/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyckid 0 Posted February 25, 2014 35 (approx.) hand winds and leave the rest to kinetic movement Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MHardiman 0 Posted February 25, 2014 So for the V5 what position is the wind on the crown? 1? I've never bought an AP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyckid 0 Posted February 25, 2014 Don't really understand your question but let me try: As same as all other watches? Why would it be different? And if you are still confused: wind it upwards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zero_deficit 0 Posted February 25, 2014 So for the V5 what position is the wind on the crown? 1? I've never bought an AP. Like virtually any other screw down crown Screwed down position: counter clockwise to unscrew 1 - clockwise to wind 2 - clockwise for quick date 3 - clockwise to move time forward Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MHardiman 0 Posted February 25, 2014 Pulling the trigger with TSWatch today as they have the cheapest V5. Living in the USA, replies take so long since the time difference... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyckid 0 Posted February 25, 2014 Good luck MHardiman90, and a nice choice on the v5 Diver. I own one myself. I think is the on on the comparison pictures since I bought from the OP (Kal-el) The Kid Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kal-el 0 Posted February 25, 2014 Good luck MHardiman90, and a nice choice on the v5 Diver. I own one myself. I think is the on on the comparison pictures since I bought from the OP (Kal-el) The Kid Yes it is Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryan patrick 0 Posted February 26, 2014 12 marker looks odd... Maybe it was just a bad photo... Either way, stunning piece... Making me want this piece more and more. Yup, the picture was a bit blurry. This is the 12 marker under the loop: niceee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MHardiman 0 Posted February 26, 2014 Good luck MHardiman90, and a nice choice on the v5 Diver. I own one myself. I think is the on on the comparison pictures since I bought from the OP (Kal-el) The Kid Ended up pulling the trigger on an M2M 4.1 on RWI for $300 shipped. Couldn't pass up the savings! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
