greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 This was a watch I never expected to see repped. The gen is available in both Titanium and SS and, being a tourby, is about $120,000 new There was no way that we were ever going to see an accurate replication this one - due to the tourbillon, but when Robert listed this the other day, it looked like a darned good compromise. The real limitations of this rep are the fact that the subdial @3 is faux and doesn't do anything and that the 21J GMT movement looks nothing like the gen (for obvious reasons!). Having got that out of the way, though, there's lots to like. The grey-ish brown dial (black is also available) is attractive and well-printed, with absolutely astounding lume - you really would think this has been re-lumed. The GMT function works as it should (the GMT hand is independently adjustable) and the CG is nice and tight. The croco print strap is better than average for rep straps - being a little stiff, but essentially of similar quality to BOB's (waccex.de) croco-print straps. It's eminently bearable, but worth the effort of replacing. The strap lugs are the standard K-series quick-release jobbies. Overall, great value for $149 and the usual flawless transaction with Robert. I'm really pleased with the watch Anyhow, here's a couple of lousy photos - sorry for the quality, but all I've got here today is flourescent lighting and a cheap compact. I'll try and take some better shots in decent light later. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted October 27, 2010 Looks great, G...! Display caseback i assume? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 Yep - my photo was pure blur-o-vision, however, so you'll need to visit Robert's listing for a caseback photo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted October 27, 2010 Yep - my photo was pure blur-o-vision, however, so you'll need to visit Robert's listing for a caseback photo Maybe some other day - I am lazy will go look now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muhnkee_2 0 Posted October 27, 2010 thanks for the review, its jut the combo that i am looking for! what size is it? it looks to be freaking huge mm's! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 47mm. Same size as a Fiddy - that photo makes it look larger than it is, actually - doesn't look that big in real life. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted October 27, 2010 gramam timber pen on the table ! nice watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mondeov6 0 Posted October 27, 2010 Congrats Greg! Great looking watch. I really like the colour of the dial. Since I sold 6 of my "old" reps the other day I have some extra dough waiting to be invested i a couple of new PAMs (yes I have become a Pam addict ), this might be one of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deja123 0 Posted October 27, 2010 i have ordered one of robert too...i must arrive the next days :-) but i will change the strap into a brown vintage ammo... one question, but don´t laugh :-) for what is the 3.rd hand of the GMT ?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Akira 0 Posted October 27, 2010 Pretty nice Pam G How much do you own by now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 i have ordered one of robert too...i must arrive the next days :-) but i will change the strap into a brown vintage ammo... one question, but don´t laugh :-) for what is the 3.rd hand of the GMT ?! uhm.... for GMT???? It rotates around the dial once every 24 hours and can be independently set from the main hands allowing you to tell the time in a different time zone... Pretty nice Pam GHow much do you own by now? It's all in my sig.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deja123 0 Posted October 27, 2010 i have ordered one of robert too...i must arrive the next days :-) but i will change the strap into a brown vintage ammo... one question, but don´t laugh :-) for what is the 3.rd hand of the GMT ?! uhm.... for GMT???? It rotates around the dial once every 24 hours and can be independently set from the main hands allowing you to tell the time in a different time zone... Pretty nice Pam GHow much do you own by now? It's all in my sig.... ...i have googled it :-) at the equation you can´t set it ?! ;-( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 gramam timber pen on the table ! Well spotted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 i have ordered one of robert too...i must arrive the next days :-) but i will change the strap into a brown vintage ammo... one question, but don´t laugh :-) for what is the 3.rd hand of the GMT ?! uhm.... for GMT???? It rotates around the dial once every 24 hours and can be independently set from the main hands allowing you to tell the time in a different time zone... Pretty nice Pam GHow much do you own by now? It's all in my sig.... ...i have googled it :-) at the equation you can´t set it ?! ;-( if you mean the subdial at 3, no, of course not. this is a $149 21J-driven cheapie, not a $100k tourbillon! :P Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deja123 0 Posted October 27, 2010 ...no i meant at my equation the is a gmt hand too but i can´t find out how to set so i think it´s not working Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 oh - the 365. I think that's based on the same movement they used in the 233/270, so the GMT hand is going to be just a 24-hour hand only (i.e. non-adjustable). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prestigewatchco 2 Posted October 27, 2010 Yes that was the good thing about the 306 it was the 1st of the new style Panerai with a working GMT hand this and the 320 . 233/270/365 had fixed GMT hands Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deja123 0 Posted October 27, 2010 Yes that was the good thing about the 306 it was the 1st of the new style Panerai with a working GMT hand this and the 320 . 233/270/365 had fixed GMT hands ok good to know... i couldn´t wait for my 306 it´s everytime like christmas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted October 27, 2010 nice watch G, but damn, you need to get out in the sun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aren 27 Posted October 27, 2010 Beautiful watch Greg. It looks really sleek for 47mm. This is why I find the wrist photos so valuable. I would not have imagined a 47mm could look so sleek. Nice purchase. Great watch. Wear it in good health and Congrats... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted October 27, 2010 Thanks Arenaria. Ding, this is England. We don't do sun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aren 27 Posted October 27, 2010 Greg...it's England you don't even have sun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
