StormTooper4

21 hours ago, swdivad said:

Nice watch mate!

 

How do you feel about the build quality (bezel/crown lever tightness, line-up of features, etc), and does the jumping hour work as in the video?

The bezel seems solid enough I guess time will tell. The sound is similar to the gen in the video.

The movement works like the gen in the video . I’ve not had an opportunity to get the back off and have a sticky beak at the movement.  TBH I’m not too impressed by that function though and I think I’d prefer a normal date change.  
 

The lever is pretty solid with a decent snap. But doesn’t inspire the Complete confidence that a metal one does. 

Firstly a big thanks to Trusty time for a speedy delivery.  Just over a week to sunny Australia so top notch service.

First impressions are very positive. its a quality item feels very well made. The strap is soft and comfortable and that dial really pops with that unique blue.

But I found the case material to be a surprise I was expecting the plastic feel of Carbon fiber similar to my old AP Carbon Diver. The material is much more ceramicic like. Similar in feel and sound to an old  IWC TopGun  a had a while back

I haven't held a genuine so I cannot know if this is how they feel.  Do any of the RWG community have any other Carbotech models that they can share their thoughts on the material composition.

The case is also the first Panerai I have seen with Spring bars - This is sacrilege IMHO and i wasnt expecting that . I 

Movement. Well at first I thought it was buggered and didn't work properly. As mentioned by Legend it is not a OPXXXIV.  When you pull the crown to what would normally be the date position all that happens is that it moves the Hour hand and the date changes at the top of the hour . You can go forwards or backwards with the date change . Its a bit of a rubbish design but I asked trusty and he said it works  like the genuine  P.9010 

Do have a look at this video of a 1616 with a P.9010 to get an idea of how this bizarre movement works 

Overall I am really impressed worn it to the gym and shower and no issues.

Though I think  most people think its a G- shock rather than a $15k watch 

Cheers

ST4

That is Impressive especially given the low cost movement there. Have you ever had it serviced ? 

I despise this watch so much and that bloke is talking utter [censored] 

Finally a 42mm sub and a carbotech to boot.

Always liked the older 243 but it was tad heavy IMHO.

Looking forward to getting my hands on one of these beauties.

My ARF 116519 from Trusty is very good 

A stunner albeit an expensive one. That dial is magic and the crystal case back is great 

https://www.pf-838.com/0-pn229h01-pam-229h-firenze.html

Josh used to sell a nice version

I got mine from Davidsen , I am not sure if he is still in business , might be worth sending DSN a message

thanks guys , but the moment has passed 

Have you ever had a Nautilus?

Theyre fantastic watched I’ve had 3 on bracelets an leather. But they just don’t work for me.  I want to like them but as much as I admire their design I can’t like them as much as I thought I should. 

Ive got a 116519 on order let’s hope that’s a keeper

Are there any forum members who own a gen Pam who are based in Sydney Australia? 

Could you drop me a PM please? 

Thanks 

ST4 

The PC version is the better one . The trusty being 10+ years ago. It’s the PC one  is available either.  Depends on the version you have but if it’s a 7750 you could either service/repair or replace the current movement.  You might want to consider an alternative model like. 312 if you want an auto. 

Good advice. Take care

Blimey, have you had a bit too much NY cheer ?  Anyways I guess its position Zero 0 when its pushed all the way in , but a gentle shake should get it going.

Take care in changing the date do not have the time set around the 11 - 1 times  best to have it at 6 

http://www.trustytime.biz/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=35_81&products_id=13595

Goodness they're certainly remarkable crown wise 

Well its certainly an impressively eclectic collection.  What's that freaky tourb at the top ?

Apparently he went legit https: that's a no-no

I did this https://bikesandhikesla.com/  it was great fun and a good way to see some of the city