Shinobi29 Posted October 8, 2013 Report Share Posted October 8, 2013 (edited) I am looking to acquire an automatic GMT, with stainless bracelet. I'm interested in the "scalability" of the piece as much as the aesthetics. Meaning, I want to get something that looks and works great right "out of the box" (I like the Planet Ocean GMT, and the PAM North Pole especially), functions accurately AND is compatible with the maximum of GEN parts for hybridizing. For instance, the Omega that seems to accept (with some retooling) a GEN HEV, crown/stem, dial/hands. I am especially fond of the "tool diver" look. I'd appreciate any and all feedback on this topic. Edited October 8, 2013 by Shinobi29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightwatch Posted December 17, 2013 Report Share Posted December 17, 2013 Hi and welcome. It seems You would like to really use the GMT function. After owning the Aquaterra GMT, Explorer II and a PAM with GMT function I figured You really need a rotating bezel, a bi-coloured bezel (day/night instead of 24h reading) and an independently adjustable GMT hand - only the conjunction of the three really gives all the needed options. That for me leaves either the Batman or the Coke GMT from Rolex as an option someday, for the time being the ones I have will do and I like them a lot. They just are not the best option to do the job. Apart from that, both You mentioned are great watches. Go for the one You would use most first, the Omega probably being the more versatile all-round watch. The Mike Horn Pam 252 will be a more exclusive eye-catcher but will come on a rubber-strap so You will have to get a leather strap and bracelet extra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hambone Posted December 17, 2013 Report Share Posted December 17, 2013 I have been rather happy with this TT Rolex GMT, It is a good looking watch and keeps good time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markiemark Posted December 18, 2013 Report Share Posted December 18, 2013 PAM088 all the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted December 18, 2013 Report Share Posted December 18, 2013 Have the 088 like it a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aajaxx007 Posted December 20, 2013 Report Share Posted December 20, 2013 FWIW the Noob V2 029 is stunning and has an excellent fit to gen parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKTime Posted December 20, 2013 Report Share Posted December 20, 2013 I'm a certified GMT junkie. I have the Explorer 2, GMT II-C, and the PAM 89. I have to say the PAM 89 is my favorite. That anthracite dial is just amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aajaxx007 Posted December 20, 2013 Report Share Posted December 20, 2013 The thing I love about this Noob v2 is it's impeccable fit and finish. This is the first (rep) watch I've ever owned that felt as if it came from a workshop with first rate QC. The dial is impeccable, everything aligned properly, CG lever has correct resistance and closes with a positive snap, even the lug bars are buttery smooth with all threads measured so each bar is appropriately sunken in at the same depth. I'm starting to understand why Marlin will only mod Noob watches... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
panerai153 Posted December 20, 2013 Report Share Posted December 20, 2013 Sounds to me as though you will need to stick to one of the Rolex models or possibly the Omega GMT. For about the price of one of these , you could probably also get a gently used Steinhart or similar brands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike on a bike Posted December 21, 2013 Report Share Posted December 21, 2013 Get one of these: Gen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maevit4996 Posted December 21, 2013 Report Share Posted December 21, 2013 I'm a fan of the blue/black GMT-Master II as well as the black dial Explorer II. But I have to say that the PAM297 is a great watch as well. I've never handled the noob factory edition but a friend has the gen on a bracelet and it has fantastic presence on the wrist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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