Victoria

YOUTUBE! I mean, YOU ROCK! No really, thanks, Admin. That's awesome. To think I've been flashing my legs all these years, and all I had to do was to tug my forelock instead!

My gut feeling is absolutely no need to worry. It could be that the database language has been updated, and you're just seeing this now. Another famous collector sent me 3 watches once, and I was about to add one more. I hesitated, emailing him, "Do you think it'll be stopped by US Customs? I mean, 4 watches, that's a lot." He emailed right back, "No worries to the US/Canada". So, take heart, dear Jawo!

E=2002, just in case newbies PM me (yeah, I get a lot of PMs! Maybe because I'm a woman and approachable. And I love this). Thanks to you, TK471, MK08 -- I feel like I'm in Q Branch -- and to all who have replied thus far! Keep on, please! Your replies make me feel more grounded, more realistic about my rep watches, even the famed Davidsen. If I could ask you, I'm thinking of buying a gen PAM 112 next year. But I heard the 112 was one of his most accurate models. Any ideas which other DSN I should go for next? If THAT one doesn't turn out well, or I feel I am not getting my money's worth, then I'll be at the point all serious rep Paneristi get to, sooner or later: modding. By the way, here's a list of the models I have, as your suggestion guide: PAM 076, PAM 111h (x2, my fave), PAM 113, PAM 118, PAM 127, PAM 154, PAM 177h, PAM 183h, PAM 190, PAM 199, PAM 210, PAM 217h, Fantasy Mini-Fiddy, PAM 005 (being modded by TWP, on its way).

Absolutely. It's where I go to detox. Oops, sorry. That's botox. Carry on.

Don't kiss and tell now, TTK! Good things come to those who wait. And wait. And perhaps wait a little more, like men do when their wives go to Harvey Nick's, capiche?

I was told DSN's Fiddies are not really moddable. And frankly, at those prices, they shouldn't have to be. And you got one of the other reasons, already. The lume lasts VERY little time...whether from sunlight or more importantly, when charged by a lamp. On the other hand, do real PAM watches (especially the Fiddy) glow like light-sabres, or is this just a Canal St. conceit, similar to that "fat crown" idea that the fatter the more gen? Hmm. Thanks, though!

This is the Risti link to photos of the gen: hxxp://www.paneristi.com/reference/vendome/images/pam_121_140/pam_127_images.html Back (The back's PANERAI engraving looks very crisp, all over. Mine is almost smudged) Front (I've seen cream white sandwich dials, and more greeny ones. Since I genuinely don't know, is this just a question of "lume" transition when the photo was taken?)

Bingo. You have a KEEN eye, Evildee! Dunno. Interesting. Yes. Not sure if I can tell him this, since wouldn't everyone else get the same? Please let me know, since there's time until Monday.

In fact, all the screws look a bit too embedded, or is it my untrained eye? They just look off somehow. Any other inaccuracies? Look, I'll put my cards on the table. I want this watch to be as close to gen as possible. Yes, I know I know. It's a rep, and they'll never be perfect. But, even so, I want the best copy at least. So what could give it away to a real knowledgeable Panerista, like say, our AWOL Sssurfer? (Happy Ferragosto, by the way!) Oh yes. That is the number 1 "tell" apparently, to the naked eye. The gen Fiddy AR, if it has any "tint" at all (and it's argued that it doesn't), is yellowish not bluey-purple. Thanks, FxrAndy! I will give an RWG cookie to the first person who can pick out ONE of the reasons this is being sent back. Hint: as I said earlier, it's cosmetic.

So, long story short, my beloved Davidsen Fiddy/PAM 127 is going back to his Gepetto in Hong Kong. Sniff. (Will explain later, in detail) But first, a few photos for those of you who just pulled the trigger on this pricey, but very sexy watch. This may be as close as you can get, until you get it on your wrists! Strap: Tootall (RWI), "B2", 125/75 Case: Panatime.com (*bay) NOTE: Comments about the watch, how accurate/inaccurate it is, are very much welcome.

Uh, yum? BTW, I once read that the Blairs, ex-denizens of Number 10, put pesto on everything. Well of course they did. They're such nouveaux riches.

But definitely copyright infringement, since isn't Radiomir trademarked by Panerai? Presenting, The Alpha Radiomir! - BIG 45MM ALPHA RADIOMIR MIYOTA 21JEWELS AUTOMATIC MANS WATCH WITH PALE YELLOW DIAL - Movement : 8215 MIYOTA 21 JEWELS Automatic movement (MADE IN JAPAN ) - ( ALL 316L STAINLESS STEEL FOR CASE & BACK ) - Case : 316L Stainless Steel Case With Synthetic Arch Crystal & See Through Back - ( EVERY WATCH HAVE INDIVIDUAL SERIAL CODE. LIMITED EDITION FOR ONLY 400PCS ) Starting bid: US $65.99 Buy It Now price: US $80.99 Link here Obviously, also comes in white dial with stunning red markers: Guess I chose the wrong week to quit rep watches...

Ahh, your man Jeeves? Stout fellow. Regards, Victoria @Arn555: CONGRATS! The moment I read it, I knew it was right, despite the fact that I am clueless about Thai cookery. *g*

Hey, no fair if Thai people are responding to this (not saying you mudfish, but in general!). I'd have that watch on my sweet dainty wrists if it were a question about Bedfordshire clangers and bubble-and-squeak!! @Narikaa: MALE?? Man, if Miss Playboy Thai is a male, then I've got balls the size of Idaho! (I'm not sure how big Idaho is exactly, but it sounds bigger than Oxfordshire). And whew, okay. I think we may have time!

Aww, man. Suppose we won't finish our transaction before you leave after all, then, Narikaa. That it's not this Thai dish, instead? Come on! You know I deserve a Mont Blanc pen just for that.

YAY! He responded after all. And that doesn't look like twink porn! Eww.

A novena on his behalf, the big lug. I'm sure he'll be well, God willing, in no time. TAKE CARE KEN!

Sigh. Was on the phone just now, and yet again my boyfriend said he doesn't like sushi, which I adore. What are the chances these Thai savouries will be to his taste? And to answer the question, since I'm working out and on a bit of a diet: 10 buffalo wings, spicy, with blue cheese dressing. Ice cold Perrier on the side. I don't do breakfast, and I skipped lunch today, so that's all I had.

Awww. Thanks, Jfreeman. Although I do believe that's the first time I've ever been called modest.

I'm not sure. It's shaped like a Batmobile though.

??? Normally, I don't take offence but come on, you numbnuts! I was talking about MY experiences with speeding. I HAVE A MERCEDES, hence "With a Merc"! ...now, who wants a sandwich and a beer. I'm off to the kitchen in my barefeet. Hurry because I think my water is about to break!

WEDNESDAY Guys, this is help-a-member out time. I promised a fellow forum member I'd give him a few colour strap shots, as he's about to get his PAM 177h, and hasn't a clue what strap to buy. So without further ado, I give you three different and unusual vistas. First, a Simona Cherry strap which I personally think is one of the most beautiful colours I've seen on any strap, full stop. And on the PAM 177h, we won't even talk! When you buy from Simona, you also get this super cool leather pouch to store your strap. Coincidentally, I had a KeyChain shaped like a strap with buckle made of similar texture as the pouch, from a strapmaker on Risti (PM me if you're interested in getting one. It is SCHWEET!) One of the most famous Panerai straps out there: Greg Stevens' custom-made Crazy Horse with black stitch. FETCH! Finally, to complete our tour of PAM 177h strap choices, is a strap by a German chap called CharlyJakob. I bought it thinking it was VERY pale beige, but it turned out just fine as a mid-range tan. Wowza! THURSDAY Now I love to help a brutha out, but Thursday is my day. This is the increasingly favourite PAM 113 with a Toscana Fiero strap. Every time you turn your wrist, the strap bursts into a dozen colours. Awesome Elliot! And speaking of doing it again...we humans aren't the only ones checking ourselves out. I think he's in with a chance.

Oh wow, she doesn't look anywhere that "old"! May she and you continue to be friends for many years to come. Yes, I remember from the Gavin Newsome thread, fear not. We ladies never forget, right?

Never mind SS bracelets. The most beautiful part of that photograph is your child. You are a lucky ducky, TWP.

Since Miss Understood has been offed, or has disappeared with Admin for a naughty weekend in Brighton and was never heard of again, I propose I take over the agony aunt column. My moniker: Miss Take.