greg_r 81 Posted July 30, 2010 This is a watch I've been wanting ever since I first saw the Panerai promo shots. As soon as the 'cartel' announced that it had been replicated I knew I had to have one. This is a big watch at 52mm - but not unmanageably big (unlike, say, the Big Egi). Whilst it wears quite a bit larger than, say, a Fiddy - it's still comfortable and wearable on an every-day basis. Overall it's a fairly accurate replication of the gen - the one fly in the ointment being that they buggered up the knurled edge of the bezel, which is a different pattern from the real thing. However, whilst this is very visible in close-up photographs, on the wrist it's not noticeable enough for me to be bothered about it. The movement is the trusty so-called "copy Lemania" (Sea-Gull ST19). Its the first example of this movement I've owned and I have to say that I'm very impressed - it gives the watch a real quality feel - much more so than 7750-powered watches I've owned. The pushers have a good positive action to them and the watch winds smoothly. The watch comes on a leather-backed green textile strap which is nice quality and very comfortable - this is one of very few PAM reps I've owned on which I won't bother to change the strap. Overall I'm really pleased with the watch - unlike the Big Egi I bought last year, this one is definitely a keeper. I've not had chance to take any decent photos yet, but here's a couple of crappy snaps taken with a compact at the office this morning. Sorry about the graininess of some of the images - the lighting was lousy. I'll take some better photos when I have the chance... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted July 30, 2010 I have to admit that it does look slightly OK. Congrats, G. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 30, 2010 It's better looking in real life than it is on Josh's photos, certainly (yes, I know that's not hard ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,511 Posted July 30, 2010 I couldn't pull it off, but I like it! Isn't it great when they Rep something you really want... and not just something! I look forward to the non-apathy photos... because now I know you can take them (hint hint, wink wink) Enjoy it often G, no mater what everybody says behind your back Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 30, 2010 hehe thanks GC. I'll break out the SLR in due course - might not be until next week though as I'm working this weekend. In the meantime, just added another couple of shots to the original post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,511 Posted July 30, 2010 mate...that movt is to die for! I so need a watch with a ST-19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 30, 2010 mate...that movt is to die for! I so need a watch with a ST-19 Yeah - I'm really impressed with it. Looks great and has that almost undefinable feel of real quality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,743 Posted July 30, 2010 Nice watch and gr8 movement, congratz G.Not for me as still dun lie Pams but itz really nice lookin watch but it will gr8 if it comes in smaller size like 44 mm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted July 30, 2010 I really do like these! I agree on the strap - it's one of the few rep straps that I think looks good I think I will add it to my "when I have some spare cash" list rather than the "MUST have this at all costs" list, although that might change if they do a v2 with improvements to fix the minor things that are wrong Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hugolina 0 Posted July 30, 2010 (edited) Good to hear you guy here love it,i ve got mine from Mary this morning,it is nice,it looks big out side but not too big on wrist. Edited July 30, 2010 by hugolina Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barkingtoad 2 Posted July 30, 2010 Congtats Gman !! These watches are getting bigger & bigger Looks nice & understated if I can say that about a big watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted July 30, 2010 Good to hear you guy here love it,i ve got mine from Mary this morning,it is nice,it looks big out side but not too big on wrist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted July 30, 2010 damn. Just when you thought you couldn't fuck up a watch with blue hands. J/K G. If you like it, that is what matters. You will not have to worry about sending it to south GA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hugolina 0 Posted July 30, 2010 Good to hear you guy here love it,i ve got mine from Mary this morning,it is nice,it looks big out side but not too big on wrist. Sorry guys Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted July 30, 2010 Good to hear you guy here love it,i ve got mine from Mary this morning,it is nice,it looks big out side but not too big on wrist. daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn at the wristy shot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
midasmook 14 Posted July 30, 2010 eeeehhhhhmmmm dunno Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
graman 2 Posted July 30, 2010 Tasty...very tasty...bloody big too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted July 30, 2010 Damn...it's a required taste I guess As long as you like it, that's all that matters Christ...it's bloody big Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted August 1, 2010 Couple of better photos to add to the mix: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted August 19, 2010 Just found this post on RWG2 - there is a sterile version out already! http://www.rwgforum.com/topic/121008-pam-3...181#entry871181 http://www.manbushijie.com/productshow-418-6.html It's a shame it's a quartz but hopefully they'll be available with a proper movement... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
