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Post by CHIP on Dec 3, 2014 18:36:40 GMT -6
This is set for release at SIHH 2015 and I must say I quite like it. It's the same 1950 case as mine, but in a more manageable 44mm size. I find the chrono interesting but using two hands on the main dial means it can only go up to 60 minutes. While not a deal breaker, I often use the chrono to time car drives or airplane rides. This one wouldn't allow you to do that. Regardless, I quite like it and I'd love to have one at some point. Will it happen? I doubt it. Ceramic, limited production 1950 case and an exotic in house chrono means one thing: high dollar. Probably a lot more than I'd ever be willing to pay for one Good looking though!!    |
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Post by Baco Noir on Dec 3, 2014 18:50:16 GMT -6
Yeah, I've seen that in a few blogs recently and really like it. Somehow I missed that it was a ceramic case though. The "ceramica" on the dial should have been a dead giveaway. I think I was paying to much attention to the large chrono hands. I wonder how that works with the crown guard...assume some of it is DLC metal.  |
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Post by CHIP on Dec 3, 2014 19:23:01 GMT -6
Either DLC or ceramic. The back is Titanium.
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Post by CHIP on Dec 3, 2014 19:35:39 GMT -6
One thing that sort of bugs me on this particular watch is the chapter ring.
Perfectly normal but strange on a Panerai that usually has very few markings on the dial.
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Post by CHIP on Dec 3, 2014 19:43:16 GMT -6
Forgot that it's a fly back as well. Column wheel and vertical clutch for smooth operation.
Target price is 16300, just saw it on Bloomberg.
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PAM 580
Dec 3, 2014 20:29:36 GMT -6
Post by rw16610 on Dec 3, 2014 20:29:36 GMT -6
Now that's a fine watch!
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Post by aquajoe on Dec 3, 2014 21:11:06 GMT -6
I'm sorry, I don't like it. Panerai makes a superb ceramic case but I don't think this works.
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Post by aerome on Dec 3, 2014 21:32:14 GMT -6
Use your phone to time car or airplane rides! Wear a Pam because you own it!  |
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Post by carbon6 on Dec 3, 2014 23:07:35 GMT -6
Blue dials, blue hands, and even the blue hand on the BLNR looks good. But to me, something about this blue hand on the PAM looks out of place.
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Post by Baco Noir on Dec 3, 2014 23:25:04 GMT -6
Wow, it's thick! 18.4mm but I do love the matte ceramic case.  |
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Post by CHIP on Dec 3, 2014 23:28:29 GMT -6
In all honesty I think I'd like it more if it was non chrono. While the blue doesn't fully bother me, I'd prefer a color that would blend better with the patina on the dial. It might be less visible but it would probably look better. Their matte ceramic cases are just about the nicest I've ever seen and I prefer their finish to many other ceramics out there. I'd be just as happy with a Radiomir ceramic, or even happier. This ticks all the right boxes for me.  |
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Post by CHIP on Dec 3, 2014 23:31:19 GMT -6
The 8 Days is less money as well.
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Post by BRIAN on Dec 4, 2014 0:21:36 GMT -6
Awesome watch! I really like it. It is stunning watch  I have never expected DLC and titanium combination case (impressive!) I have heard from some people who have Panerai watches in my home town, they had issued their watch movement problem ( watches were just stopped with no reason) Thus, they claimed the '8days' is the most durable Panerai watch as compared other Panerai models. (I am not sure that is true or not because I am not an old-timer but I assume maybe they abused their watch I guess ) |
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Post by iceman on Dec 4, 2014 1:57:33 GMT -6
Must say I like it, love the colour combination. It's a winner for me
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PAM 580
Dec 4, 2014 11:49:44 GMT -6
Post by rigsby on Dec 4, 2014 11:49:44 GMT -6
I'm not sure? I'm just struggling to like it.
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I have never expected DLC and titanium combination case (impressive!)
