itank Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Hi Guys, I read this forum quite often and consider this to be one of the greatest sources for watch info on the net. Definitely wealth of all kinds of expertise here. I'm putting together a few straps and looking for a good source for PAM buckles in both 24 and 26 mm sizes. Can anyone recommend a good source. Looks like Rolexfinder is highly recommended but I was not able to find how to view/purchase his stuff. Any advise is appreciated. itank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kroexist Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Oh man... there are many places where you could get buckles from... it really depends on your budget per buckle and style you are looking for... post some pics and this way we could be more exact about the various options you could choose from! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itank Posted October 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 No pics yet, but will definitely post as the project comes together. The straps I'm making are for PAM 210 and PAM 111, so anything that would be the best compliment for these watches. Cost per buckle aroung $50 Ideally sewn in but might consider screw. Polished . Am I missing anything ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prdubis Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Paul/Rolexfinder sells beautiful buckles on 22 or 24mm, but you will have to have them sewn to a custom made strap. You can find sterile buckles on eBay at good price. Or at www.panatime.com Finally, if you need Panerai engraved buckles, you can ask your usual dealer if he/she can sell/give you some. Sent from my GT-P1000 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itank Posted October 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Thank You guys. Panatime will prob. get me started. Any comments on the quality of their product ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prdubis Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Standard quality... Rolexfinder 24 mm PreV buckles are awesome, but expensice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Personally I dont think you should offer buckles.... or at least offer a choice If I bought I would rather use a screw in buckle... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntmf Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 I ordered a bunch of real crazy buckles from here - they are really (!) massive! http://www.maddog-straps.com/de/schliessen.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itank Posted October 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 ntmf, these are massive . Vintage and Coin ones look interesting, but a bit too vintage for my project, will keep in mind though. PeteM, I'm just making it for myself for now, so just looking for the best quality to price ratio . I have a few straps from Simona all with sewn in buckles. I might get a few different ones sewn in and screw in just to try. Can anyone add any info on where to get good thread for stitching. When working with leather I usually use waxed linen thread, but it does not come in too many colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 You can buy rep buckles direct from dealers (I got a few from Fengtony and previously Andrew) and DSN can source some decent ones Good Luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offshore Posted October 25, 2011 Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Maybe some in the Watch Bitz shop! http://watchbitz.com.au/shop/index.php?searchStr=pan+Buckle&_a=viewCat&Submit=Go I put them in there 'cos everyone wanted them! O/S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tabularasa415 Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Be careful how big you go... my heroic 18 strap came with a HUGE buckle. While it's suuuuuper cool, it won't fit into the slot on my watch winder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gianton Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Micah's buckles section http://www.vintagerstraps.com/zhomehtml/buck.html Toshi Straps buckles section http://www.toshi-straps.co.uk/buckles.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itank Posted October 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Great, quite a few links to go through. Now from looking for buckle to trying to pick the right one. it's definitely a fine balance between nice and rugged look and beeing so big that it overwelmes the watch itself. I'd preffer it to fit under the shirt cuff, so for the dressier straps I'll probably go PreV, polished screw in and for the casual ones sewn in. Now need to find the right thread for sewing the leather. Looks like 4 ply Waxed Linen is the preffered choice fo most of the strap makers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itank Posted October 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 One more question. Where can I get Rad 210 lugs and screws (45mm case) ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteM Posted October 26, 2011 Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 Panatime - good quality or the Bay but not sure on quality Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itank Posted October 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2011 PeteM, thank you once again. Looks like panatime will cover most of my needs for now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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