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Magnificent closeup! I got my DSN 113, and I must say, a criss-cross strap would give it some oomph. Unfortunately, it's a lot of work for any strapmaker... @Madasboot: @Scoobs: That is not Dutch per se, but Flemish (I know, it's the same thing!). I got it in a Brussels art museum, near a commemorative 250 year old monument. It was the only Dutch book in the joint, and about my favourite Secession painter, Gustav Klimt. @Sharpie: The Crazy Horse is legendary, isn't it? And up to $200 in the Risti Acc. Corner, because it's sold out! It's not worth that much, but neither is a 24k Fiddy. Panerai specialises in being overpriced in EVERYTHING.

Yay! Glad you liked them, Scoobs! Maxmilian and Erwinner asked in the past for these types of comparison shots, and I was most happy to oblige. I'm only too eager to do this for anyone here -- I can use my huge strap collection for something practical. EXACTLY. I didn't want to influence you in any way, but given what I know about you, from the Wristchecks, I think the Fiero and you are a perfect fit. The Senape is indeed, a work of art (this is why I chose the Klimt & Schiele motifs). No question that it should be in a PAM owner's strap arsenal at some point. But it's a formal strap. The Fiero has a sensual texture that changes colours from dark mustard to rich reds when you move your wrist. Mostly an informal strap, which looks amazing with jeans, it also is a dashingly fashionable one with a suit. The Crazy Horse is fun. So you chose well, Scoobs!

How DO you do this? I need to get Photoshop, Sssurfer, but even so I wouldn't have your skill. This is an excellent compare/contrast. I will look at them in detail in the "morning". I am watching the last two Samba Schools in Rio, on television. Yes, at 3:50 AM. Mille grazie, :sss:!

Scoobs1971 is about to plunk down major money for his Holy Grail strap -- either a Greg Stevens Crazy Horse, a Toscana Fiero, or a Mario Paci Senape. Naturally, I'd like to help him. So, as requested, here are some snaps of the DSN 112, and Andrew PAM 111h. (T to B: Crazy Horse w/ antique stitching on PAM 111h, Fiero on PAM 112, Senape) (DSN 112/CH) (PAM 111h/CH) (DSN 112/Senape) (PAM 111h/Senape) (PAM 111h/Fiero) (DSN 112/Fiero) ...hope it helps, Scoobs!

Cableguy! Just the other day, I referred to a post of yours. Welcome back!

I wouldn't know how to get hold of a bookie, like a Repgeeks member did (bet $500, won $5000!!), but this is the game one should've bet on. I KNEW the Giants were going to win... $5000 buys a gen used PAM and a HECK of a lot of reps.

MONDAY & TUESDAY Pix, Robertk and I are on the same wavelength. I had set aside these two watches last night. Joshua's Vacheron Constantin Toledo Calender (RG) and Silix' Rolex Daytona (black). Used to be my dad's but he didn't like the Rose Gold effect. And I just stole this from him since I'm suddenly in love with Daytonas! The duo, inside one of my Steinhausen winders.

Very nice, DTH! But whycome you didn't say anything about your PAM 232? I composed it for you! http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=395481

Miss it? Want to watch it in HDTV quality? Get uTorrent and download it: http://www.newtorrents.info/torrent/35958/...D-BAJSKORV.html I didn't watch a single snap, and all my neighbours are aghast. "Best Super Bowl!", yadda yadda. So I'm downloading.

I suggest "Canadian Beaver" or my personal favourite, "Dr. Penetration". You might have a job fitting the watch over the lobster claws though. @FxrAndy: Of course! Dr. Penetration was the first pr0no I ever saw. I think I was 14 or so. I still harbour a secret yen for naked Twister in Wesson Oil, dressed as a Lobster Woman.

Obviously, Marty, you're looking for male replies. You know I love jewelry, and have bought/inherited TONNES. But IMHO, men don't look good with much jewelry on them. I'm sure Jfreeman just lobbed rotten tomatoes at the screen. There are exceptions: North American males like to wear hommage rings -- "school" rings, like High School, University, Annapolis/West Point, etc. type rings. There are also Super Bowl/World Series rings which mean so much, such as Raijor wears. Many British males wear family crest rings on their pinky. Prince Charles does, and so do all my uncles...I'm not a fan of this habit. This goes double for oval signet rings in onyx. But look at all the metal a man can wear on his person: 1- Watch 2- Wedding band 3- Cufflinks 4- Neck chain 5- Tie clip 6- Note clip 7- Crucifix/Star of David 8- Earring(s) 7- Piercing(s) 9- Bracelet/bangle 10- Prince Albert Ring I tried going to Garrard's, my preferred jewelers, but their rings are all for ladies. Tiffany's have a paltry selection for men, too. The first is avant-garde, but very fashionable. The second, if you need to go the onyx route, discreet. I include them because perhaps Bergies can source them for you. Men and jewelry? Why not. Just don't look like this: P.S.: My boyfriend doesn't even like to wear watches. Well, I've cured him of that habit, but deep down, I'm glad he doesn't like to wear jewelry.

It's beautiful. I don't have the tinkering gene so many of you have, and don't care if a rep is SO accurate. They're reps, and I am not trying to make them look like gens. But I do firmly believe that with vintage watches, reps included, one should honour their beauty and heritage. Let's see if my wallet allows me this sentiment...

Armin, it must be in the air. I'm also considering the same Vintage Daytona (my thread here). Scoobs gave me PureTime's Photobucket link. Others will definitely counsel you better than I though. Good luck! http://s16.photobucket.com/albums/b14/pure...YTONA/ref-6265/

Mmm, this is lovely and very accurate-looking. Thanks, Scoobs! I have something to ponder. ...my mother is the type who can get away with the gold Daytona, even if I find it tatty. EDIT: Another freebie shot for the lads. Tara Reid.

Given that you, By-Tor and others all plump down for the silver/champagne, yep. I am delighted again that you chose a watch I like, Sssurfer! No, no. I am not like you guys -- have never bought from the pricier, better silix-prime. I only buy from Jay's cheapo watchsilix.com. Voil

I would risk it, but since I don't have money to burn possibly like you, I would give these guys a go first: http://www.internationalwatchman.com/exotic.html DIRT cheap croc and other exotic straps.

I think I'm falling in love -- with the Rolex Daytona in white. One of the very first two rep watches I ever bought was a black Rolex Daytona for my father, since he always wanted to have the gen. He came very close twice to owning one, but never pulled the trigger. It's one of Jay's cheaper Watchsilix versions, and I have to say, it's gorgeous (featured in this Monday's Wristchecks). But you know, it's a little masculine-looking for me. As soon as CNY is over, I'll buy a white version, but which? Your opinions/suggestions are very welcome. By-Tor's review on the Rolex Daytona (seconds @ 6) is a must-read. Link provided below for those who missed it. http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?s=&amp...st&p=309454 Extra Shots: Danielle Lloyd. Matthias Sammer. Francesco Totti. And, of course, Diego Armando Maradona.

That's funny. Chieftang, let me put you wise, since you missed it in almost 5000 of my posts, which brim over with this sentiment. There is a reason my friends call me Captainess America. I LOVE America, with the delirious, requited love of a convert. America can do no wrong in my eyes, and Americans and American culture, less. Hopefully we're on the same page. I will now sing a Yankee Doodle Dandy medley on my kazoo.

Hi Alant! It's been a hectic weekend, but don't worry, I will get back to your PM. As for the exotic hides, SO FAR, I haven't had any probs. I've ordered an ostrich leg from ABP (France), two ostriches from Mac/Waccex from Germany, kangaroo from Hong Kong, crocs and gators from the Far East, and other exotics which I can't think of at the moment. They all arrived in good time, without problems in my corner of the USA. I wish you good luck either way!

True. I don't care for the 21% APR that I used to pay when I started. But credit made America. It's why Americans can afford the crap they have, including watches. Pity the poor Brazilians, who have to use cheques pre-datados (predated cheques) to buy their tschokes. And sometimes the businesses cash them before the date, screwing them up financially forever...

Doc, you're a genius! How did you get the right ratio on this shot? I couldn't get the watch shot, since the hard watermarks were over it. Now THAT is a Panerai. Nicely captured, again, Doc!

Absolutely. But... Closed, so it doesn't spawn another huge thread.

LOL! They gave him stats -- John Rambo killed 83 people with his shirt on in the first series of Rambo movies. Good idea about putting an earpiece with direct translation to Spanish. In Germany, the interviewer himself usually translates when a famous English-speaking celeb shows up. And sometimes they just don't, and conduct the interview in English. Thanks for the Youtube link, Ptolomeo!

Awesome! And you saved me a Wristcheck tomorrow, since I was going to show the Fiddy on this EXACT strap. Who is thi modder, Hijack?