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Gorgeous!!

For me, vintage is my preferred choice for watches. There is just something about the acrylic crystals, matte dials and charm that comes with a vintage watch. Gives you a sense of history- Of a time when watches were meant to be used, and when form followed function (not bling or glitz). It would take a very special modern watch to get my attention... But there are a few exceptions to the rule.

Yes- DW's case is 316, if I am not mistaken. I think your pal was taking a shot in the dark.... After all, what are the probabilities of someone owning a PN in new condition, and actually wearing such an example? Or, perhaps his YM was a rep too, and he is also a member of our forum.... Hmmmmmm... I don't believe there is a weight difference between the two, nor are they different aesthetically (i.e tone, color)- What is different are the corrosive properties and nickel content....

I'd like to contribute a few as well I've got more on one of my other drives... Just need to find them...

BTW- All vintage Rolex watches used 316SS; The 904L wasn't used until later (mid 80's) models...

Hmmmmm.... Weight on these guys should be dead on for SS. The only ones that vary are the 18k ones... What did your old colleague have on his wrist?

At the moment, I have this on my left wrist- And this one on my right-

Okay, If it's a TW Classic, you can use a straightened paperclip to insert into the lug hole to push in/compress the springbar for removal. It's pretty straight forward; however, you may want to cover the lugs with some tape prior to removal to prevent scratching, etc. (should the paperclip or springbar removal tool slip). If you want to fit some genuine 2.0mm springbars, the lug holes will need to be drilled out to 1.3mm to accomodate the 1.2mm springbar ends...

Which model are you trying to perform this on? The technique, as well as type of springbar used will differ depending on vintage/modern, etc...

Ahhh... Good question. I dunno?

Absolutely, my friend Vintage is a way of life....

Wow, Neil... That looks great! You photos are

Is this for a 44mm PAM? If so... My guess would be that the strap tapers down to 22mm (i.e. a 24/22 strap), so the deployant would probably be 22mm as well...

Man... Great comparison! It's pretty crazy how close the 4th generation rep is! It still has it's flaws... But it's pretty damn close!

Well, with the genuine PAM 203, you have to keep in mind that the old Angelus movements were part of the acquisition agreement when Richemont took over Officine Panerai, and that the movements were limited to what was in stock. So, issuing 600 203's would be completely out of the question, as there were simply not enough movements to supply a large production run. However, I believe that the amortized costs of these movements will show that these old Angelus movements were purchased for pennies on the dollar, if not less by Richemont; factor in what it costs to produce the case, dials, hands etc (which can't be too terribly steep, as they already had much of the basis already completed with the 127/217, as well as what we know from the cost of producing high quality PAM reps etc), and it's easy to see that Panerai is making quite a hefty profit margin on these 203's. But, as with the laws of supply and demand, they can command the $20k for these watches, and people with the means will gladly part with their cash to own such a limited piece. The same laws apply to WM and his Angelus based hommage as well- No one else is offering these, and while the price may seem high to some, I see it as a fantastic opportunity to own a very unique piece with a bullet proof engine driving it.

Agree... We have a stable and well maintained site here. I don't need to go looking elsewhere for my daily fix of watch talk...

Indeed. Give Val a call- She'll get you set up!

...If I had the cash in my watch fund, I'd meet you half way on that one ryy- Just to see you have one of these Unless WM is willing to take RWG cash?

Took advantage of a nice, partly sunny evening last night to snap a couple of shots outside. Thought these were kinda fun to share with the forum (and a nice break from the granite)... Cheers, R

We need some pics!!

I only have two PAMs to begin with.... When I actually wear a PAM, this one gets the wrist time: This one gets the box time (but is priceless to me, regardless):

Easy fix... Uncase the movement, and set the movement in a movement holder. Reinsert the stem, and roll the time over to 9:00 (or whenever the date transition takes place). Remove the minute and hour hands, and reseat them at 12:00. The date will now snap over at midnight. Recase, and you're done.

Thanks, gang! After a day with my new toy, I am in love I brought it by one of my watch guys that I visit every now and then. His first question was 'How much do you want to sell this for?' '...my friend, t'is not for sale!' A quick and dirty... All the best!! Randy

WM has one hell of a sweet piece there; a very unique watch with a fantastic movement. Okay... Who's going to bite? Eddy?