ebzen02 341 Posted December 3, 2010 $288 is just about what I would have paid with my dealer if I would have bought the rep strap.. So, I got me a pretty good deal and less than what the Cartel is selling them for. So far the dealer that broke the record was Torobravo about $360 with Gen croc, a pretty little watch carrier/box, and EMS-- no one will come close! He coincidently is sold out..lol! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PatronSaintofChainsaws 1 Posted December 3, 2010 She got it today. And who's talking about "genuine" croco strap??? Where did you see a rep. dealer supply a watch with "genuine" strap??? Enlighten me, please. Perhaps the confusion lies in what "genuine" refers to, ie genuine crocodile strap vs. genuine Panerai crocodile strap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted December 3, 2010 $288 is just about what I would have paid with my dealer if I would have bought the rep strap.. So, I got me a pretty good deal and less than what the Cartel is selling them for. So far the dealer that broke the record was Torobravo about $360 with Gen croc, a pretty little watch carrier/box, and EMS-- no one will come close! He coincidently is sold out..lol! Not quite........ Mine is en route Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebzen02 341 Posted December 3, 2010 $288 is just about what I would have paid with my dealer if I would have bought the rep strap.. So, I got me a pretty good deal and less than what the Cartel is selling them for. So far the dealer that broke the record was Torobravo about $360 with Gen croc, a pretty little watch carrier/box, and EMS-- no one will come close! He coincidently is sold out..lol! Not quite........ Mine is en route Don't tell me it was cheaper..I am going to scream!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebzen02 341 Posted December 3, 2010 She got it today. And who's talking about "genuine" croco strap??? Where did you see a rep. dealer supply a watch with "genuine" strap??? Enlighten me, please. Perhaps the confusion lies in what "genuine" refers to, ie genuine crocodile strap vs. genuine Panerai crocodile strap. All I know is that I used a none cartel vendor and I got a better price and quality product.. I am happy.. noff say'd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted December 3, 2010 $288 is just about what I would have paid with my dealer if I would have bought the rep strap.. So, I got me a pretty good deal and less than what the Cartel is selling them for. So far the dealer that broke the record was Torobravo about $360 with Gen croc, a pretty little watch carrier/box, and EMS-- no one will come close! He coincidently is sold out..lol! Not quite........ Mine is en route Don't tell me it was cheaper..I am going to scream!! You can relax...it was $365 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebzen02 341 Posted December 3, 2010 $288 is just about what I would have paid with my dealer if I would have bought the rep strap.. So, I got me a pretty good deal and less than what the Cartel is selling them for. So far the dealer that broke the record was Torobravo about $360 with Gen croc, a pretty little watch carrier/box, and EMS-- no one will come close! He coincidently is sold out..lol! Not quite........ Mine is en route Don't tell me it was cheaper..I am going to scream!! You can relax...it was $365 LOL!! Can't wait to see your pics!! You will be impressed by it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deja123 0 Posted December 3, 2010 Gen 288 from local Dealer in Germany Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted December 3, 2010 Dammit, why am I poor... ... oh, that's right, because of you bastards making me spend all my money on bloody reps!! LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luthier 1 Posted December 3, 2010 Yeah, right... rep. dealers got a bunch of straps directly from Panerai. Ha. Ha. Ha. Genuine croco leather - yes, probably, they eat crocodiles in restaurants, probably somebody had a lot of skin leftovers and made straps from it. But $106 for it? I doubt it. And, by the way, River is taiwanese dealer, and dropshipper. But I'm 100% sure it's great watch, and you'll be happy with for a loooong time, it's really beautiful. So, good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebzen02 341 Posted December 3, 2010 BTW, this is one of those few watches you can probably walk into an AD and not get called out..so wear it with pride.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,447 Posted January 10, 2011 This thing was built by either robots or master watch smiths.. Got it today and bought from River! River, BTW, is awesome!The gen croc is worth every single penny! On to the pics.. Hi ebzen02 - this photo would make a great wallpaper B). Fancy posting a 1280x1024 version in the wallpaper section? Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebzen02 341 Posted January 10, 2011 Sure.. Will upload the pic today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,447 Posted January 10, 2011 Sure.. Will upload the pic today. Top man - thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted January 10, 2011 By the way, the gen croc strap is actually South American Cayman. According to Joshua 8 straps per hide. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted January 10, 2011 ...anyone had crown issues ie. rough screwing down? re-8 straps per hide...including ass cuts? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted January 10, 2011 Crown issue? Yes, the crown doesn't release the winding stem when screwing it down. Kind of annoying but tolerable. You got to be careful with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted January 10, 2011 Crown issue? Yes, the crown doesn't release the winding stem when screwing it down. Kind of annoying but tolerable. You got to be careful with it. Robert mentioned he had a batch with this problem...that's why they haven't been listed...maybe a common fault methinks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,447 Posted January 10, 2011 Crown issue? Yes, the crown doesn't release the winding stem when screwing it down. Kind of annoying but tolerable. You got to be careful with it. So, does that mean it still winds as you screw the crown down? Surely that's not harmful to the movement? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted January 10, 2011 Crown issue? Yes, the crown doesn't release the winding stem when screwing it down. Kind of annoying but tolerable. You got to be careful with it. So, does that mean it still winds as you screw the crown down? Surely that's not harmful to the movement? winding an A7750 too much isn't advisable...it wears one of the gears... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,447 Posted January 10, 2011 Crown issue? Yes, the crown doesn't release the winding stem when screwing it down. Kind of annoying but tolerable. You got to be careful with it. So, does that mean it still winds as you screw the crown down? Surely that's not harmful to the movement? winding an A7750 too much isn't advisable...it wears one of the gears... Thanks mate. Better watch for this on mine when I eventually get it - hopefully it won't have that "characteristic" . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KBH 7 Posted January 11, 2011 You just have to wind it a few turns to get it going. Then wear and enjoy it. The fact that it sticks isn't the end of the world. Just be careful when you screw it down since, as on all Radiomir's, they are known for having shitty crown and tubes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
omgitshorton 0 Posted January 20, 2011 Well, looks like it is time for my first pam, simply stunning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted January 20, 2011 Well, looks like it is time for my first pam, simply stunning. great rep it is. Welcome to the nuthouse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebzen02 341 Posted January 20, 2011 Welcome! Best 1 st Rep to buy.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
