Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 When I stumbled across this place, I was aware of Panerai as a watch brand but they weren't what I was interested in. Next thing I know, I realise I've got 10 of the buggers..... Pics/details of some (if not all) of them have been posted before but I'll add more to this thread as we go. From left to right we have: PAM 380 - this and the hornlug are the only ones on the original rep straps Bronze Hornlug - built by River, lightly aged by me PAM247 on genuine Ferretti strap PAM127 (Fiddy) on Alfio/Bakeka strap PAM299 on bracelet PAM091 on Nickee/2DS shark strap PAM309 on Bob Asso PAM288 on SergeD glossy eel strap PAM312 on Orloff croc strap PAM243 on SNPR strap Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyBlue 541 Posted July 11, 2013 Very Nice mate. Sneaky little buggers these PAMs, I have 5 of them now and rising. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted July 11, 2013 Stunning collection. It still boggles my mind how I always end up looking at PAMs. I'll go look for an Omega or an IWC at one of the TDs and end up buying a PAM instead. I see at least two in your collection that I'll now want to add. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Onyx68 0 Posted July 11, 2013 Wow, congrats with such a nice collection. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baz1872 28 Posted July 11, 2013 Fantastic collection, congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSav 2 Posted July 11, 2013 Some real beauties there Higs. The orloff croc and snpr straps are stunners too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 I see at least two in your collection that I'll now want to add. Out of interest, which ones? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 How is the 312? It's gorgeous. I had one of the first batch that had rotor problems but I pushed it back on and it's been completely fine since. People have questioned the lume on the 312 but it's good on mine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyBlue 541 Posted July 11, 2013 I;m gonna have to get one of those 288's. Where's it from mate? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pharmo 33 Posted July 11, 2013 Very nice collection mate, must admit i dont have any in my collection yet. That maybe changng soon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spboudart 0 Posted July 11, 2013 Who says all pams are alike? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kasper618 0 Posted July 11, 2013 Nice PAMily you have there! The family will grow..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 I;m gonna have to get one of those 288's. Where's it from mate? M2M Sale from pfcdre of this parish. Don't mention it to him though - I think he regrets it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 Who says all pams are alike? And there's no destro, no black, no daylight there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted July 11, 2013 I see at least two in your collection that I'll now want to add. Out of interest, which ones? I'd still like a Radiomir, can't decide between a 288 or a 309. I might have to pick one up of each. You don't have one, but the 292 really caught my eye - I think you need one too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 I'd still like a Radiomir, can't decide between a 288 or a 309. I might have to pick one up of each. You don't have one, but the 292 really caught my eye - I think you need one too. I've had a 292 (cheapo - not the latest, greatest rep) and also a 339. When I sold them I was intent on getting a better 292 but the attraction is fading a little for me. Note that the extra few mm of the 309 (compared with 380, 183 etc) makes quite a lot of difference. It's feels markedly bigger. Depends what you're looking for.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arancini 0 Posted July 11, 2013 Very nice Higs. Congrats. Especially loving the 312 on the Orloff. Class. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheTinMan 13 Posted July 11, 2013 I definitely like the bigger 309. The only reason I haven't bought a 292 is because of the black - whether PVD or ceramic, but that is also the attraction for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loislois76 39 Posted July 11, 2013 ufortunately you aren't a squid... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 Starting off the individual info we have a PAM380. This is the lovely H-factory version, bought M2M on here. The strap is the rep one it came on and is acceptable (although I'd swap it if I found the right one to replace it). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Higs 73 Posted July 11, 2013 Next up is the Bronze Hornlug. As I understand it, Panerai made a small number of hornlug cases (2 or 3) as prototypes in the evolution from wire lugs to the more robust lugs of later cases. They were steel, not bronze. So this isn't a 'rep' as such but I like it. It was built for me by River who produced the various parts and offers the hornlug mid-case with a choice of dial, bezel, back and strap. I've given it a very light ageing since I got it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
watchpt 0 Posted July 11, 2013 Sweet collection Higs. I still like your orloff strap on the 312. I'm hoping one day you will sell it to me! I have a 187g, KW312, KW411 and a gen 88. I love them all! Next on the radar is a vac swiss pam243 and a Marlin pam127. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
