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not sure why...I was able to before

I have a sickly PAM 243 and wondering which movement would be a good replacement? Asian, ETA ect?

I picked up these two PAM 243's but they have different dials...I figured somebody could chime in and clear this up.

so I did some research on noisy rotors on the IWC big pilot and found that it needed oil on the rotor bearing. So per everybody's recommendation I picked up ofrei KT-22 microlube and a case back opener. I managed to get the case open. I am not 100% sure where to put the grease. I have heard of having to remove screws and notice 3 very small screws at the top of the rotor. Im not sure I can find a screw driver small enough to get them out. Do they need to be removed. I snapped some iphone pics. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

so I did some research on noisy rotors on the IWC big pilot and found that it needed oil on the rotor bearing. So per everybody's recommendation I picked up ofrei KT-22 microlube and a case back opener. I managed to get the case open. I am not 100% sure where to put the grease. I have heard of having to remove screws and notice 3 very small screws at the top of the rotor. Im not sure I can find a screw driver small enough to get them out. Do they need to be removed. I snapped some iphone pics. Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

hey luke, i've got a rainer watch box that i'm very happy with. see picture below of most of my collection sitting pretty in a black six watch version ...

I've seen the rainers but can't figure out where to buy one??

Guys I'm looking for a display box that fits larger pams. Any pics or suggestions would be appreciated.

Luke

I have never owned a PAM rep with a deployment clasp and wanted to get some feedback on the one that comes with the watch. Is it good enough to work with, or are most people changing?

Thanks

Luke

Just picked up a PAM 288k and am looking for some new shoes. I cant find anybody selling 27/22 rad style straps or 26/22? Any suggestions would be helpful

Luke

Anybody selling these with the tan lume?

On topic, I can see your logic: Use the 8k to get the Rolex, then flip the Rolex, and use that cash for the PAM... Makes sense, and if you can do it, go for it. On the other hand, I would question if the gen purchase is really worth it, given the quality of reps available. Also, with regard the 8K. Credit card, line of credit, it doesn't really matter, but, would you want it if it was called a 'debt card'? Is it really work putting youself 8K into debt, just to have a watch? (when quality reps are available for much cheaper) Entirely up to you, best of luck whichever way you decide to go

Teejay

Thanks for your reply! I wasn't plan on using the whole 8k. If I went brand new I wouldn't spend more than 5500-6000. But worse case scenario I could troll eBay for a good deal 3500-4k. I am going to push this weekend to make it happen. I use the reps to trial them to see if I want to invest in the gen. I have had too many pam's reps and know it's time to finally invest.

Luke

Yes, crazy. I've bought 1 watch with 12 months interest free only after I sorted my finances and didn't put myself in a bind. Save until it doesnt hurt you financially.

Its not hurting me financially....I have two main financing sources I use. One is my jeweler who DOES not sell Panerai. And the other is one I use for other things when I want to stretch a payment out.I have the cash to walk in today and buy it, but I like stretching things out, as it makes life a little easier. Is this such a foreign idea?

Its not hurting me financially....I have two main financing sources I use. One is my jeweler who DOES not sell Panerai. And the other is one I use for other things when I want to stretch a payment out.I have the cash to walk in today and buy it, but I like stretching things out, as it makes life a little easier. Is this such a foreign idea?

Where is the delete thread button?

I am not really sure what your expecting guys here to say?

If you want to lose money on a watch intentionally thats your call. The fact you cant get a line of credit elsewhere (if thats the payment method you prefer) would suggest you should keep hold of money and save for it.

If your determined to take that route then its up to you mate.

If the only source of credit you have doesnt or wont get in a used or new PAM, as you must know the store doesnt need to be an official OP dealer to do so. Then just stick to what you seem to have been doing already with the models you can pick from and hopefully wont intentionally lose money on.

Though I must admit even with 0% interest in the first year I cannot see how you cannot lose a fair bit of money given the mark up'ed price you must have to pay for your watches and how that can work out for you under any length of the term?

ok guys nevermind....mods you can delete this topic

Finance a home don't finance a watch. Buy a watch you can pay cash for ...my 2 cents...

Thanks but no thanks, i have successfully financed many watches and payed 1 yr no interest

OK guys,

I figured there are some smart experienced people on this forum. I wanted to run my situation by you. My wife JUST finally gave me the OK to buy a gen Panerai (finance). But the source I wanted to use for financing would only give me 2500. Which is obviously not going to cover it. I do have a jeweler I use regularly for other watches I have bought (breitling,Tag, Rolex) and have $8k available with them. BUT they don't carry panerai. I am not allowed to open a new line of credit. I have been kicking around the idea of buying a new Rolex (1 yr interest free) on my 8k line, never taking it out of the box and turning around and selling it for maybe a small loss. Taking that cash and buying the PAM I want. What do you guys think? Is this crazy? I have wanted a GEN PAM for so long. I am sooooo close.

Thanks

Luke

Here is a post from him that has already ended, just to give you an idea.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...A:IT&ih=012

You just have to catch him when he has them. Another member at RG grabbed one at the same price as mine. Just keep an eye on his ebay store and send him a message when you see a listing for them. I will email him and let you know his response. He seems like a great guy to deal with.

Good Luck!

please do....he said he could order one for 300.00 lets see if you get a different response.

Luke

mach I asked chronoswiss on ebay if he had the same band available as I got the same watch you did and he quoted 300.00 including shipping. I hope I find the same deal you did. I would be all over it

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I consolidated 4 Asian watches to get that tag...I like it so much, the gen might be in my future. I also love my railmaster xxl. Especially with the new strap.

here is another shot of the new band on the omega compliments of http://www.thewatchprince.com/ (39.00)

Just received this in the mail today and wanted to show it off to everybody. Its the Carrera on rubber from Andrew. I also got the railmaster from Andrew but it came with the wrong color band. So I ordered an after market brown croc band for the xxl. The tag is my first high grade movement (7750). I am pretty excited and wanted to share with all of you.

Luke

I can get it much much cheaper on IOFFER........how dare you cheat us

this might have been asked already but is anybody selling the rep version of the rubber strap with the holes in it? I was just at the AD and tried on the gen with rubber and it is nice.

Going with the dressy Breguet.......

im not sure if its the winding spring but here is what im talking about.