Pix Posted May 26, 2007 Report Share Posted May 26, 2007 Hi all, that's my first contribution to this part of the boards : after 6 months collecting reps, I have finally done the step and bought my first PAM. I must say that I was not a fan the first time I saw Panerai watches. But day by day, reading the stories, looking at all the modding possibilities and huge choice of straps (I'm a leather fan ), I had to get one. I first looked for a 40 mm model, thinking of my small wrist. But after I tried one, I had to accept that a PAM MUST be big, otherwise it's not a PAM So how did I choose the 112 ? Easy : I looked for a simple one, and choosing an inexpensive model I did not want to go into trouble with seconds at 9. I naturally came to a Chinese 6497, which, as far as I understood, is not a bad movement. And not only seing the technical aspect, I found it to be a good rep of the original movement (nothing new to you I guess). Finally, I don't like the date magnification, not only in PAMs, but for any watch. Question of personal taste. Then the 112 became an obvious choice. I had only few ideas about the flaws on PAMs, that's why I did not consider these things while choosing my watch from Silix. 110 bucks, I know it's far from perfect, but like it and that watch currently has more wristtime than expected. Which I DO appreciate with PAMs is the large choice for buckles and straps. I just forgot the one that came with the rep, and chose the one you see on *bay. Same for the buckle. Well, I realize now I have been a bit enthusiastic on this buckle, as it's really huge sized ! That won't be the main strap : I ordered a vintage custom made one on *bay too. I'll post pics upon receipt : the price seems so low that I do not want to disclose anything before I have seen the result. But if it's as promising as the pics I saw, I am most sure that the seller might become rich soon if I name him to this boards members ! I'm not skilled enough to point out the flaws on this 112. I'd like to learn them actually. So any comment is welcome. I know about the canon pin issue ; I have to live with it, as fixing it will cost me the watch's price. I have a mineral crystal (checked with water drop test) with no AR. Now, tell me about the crown and the dial Here are the pics, I hope some will enjoy them as I do. The holy lume shot ! What's the consensus on this movement ? I got it with the Panerai markings, but I removed the stickers (I hope that's not a sin) because I found the thing quite wrong against the gen. The crownguard is a bit loose when opened. Silix is sending a new one. I hope I can change the thing easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sssurfer Posted May 26, 2007 Report Share Posted May 26, 2007 I am glad to be the first one to welcome a new PAM fan. (You already look quite a bit along the addiction road, IMHO). Good choice and nice watch, great value for the price, congrats! Both the crown and the dial are ok. I absolutely need the seconds and date (other than on an occasional dressy watch), but I understand your choice. Well done. I just don't understand the loose crown guard issue when opened. It is an universal flaw of all PAM reps: replacing the CG won't help. If you want it fixed you need to fix it on your own, the way already posted here and there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pix Posted May 26, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2007 Good to know ! I'll do a search then. Well, it seems Sillix easily accepted the change. And I must say that the 40mm one I tried one month ago did not seem to have the problem. Or maybe it was not that obvious. I'm almost glad you told me about this issue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sssurfer Posted May 26, 2007 Report Share Posted May 26, 2007 You are welcome. Should you not find the thread, and should the new CG result loose as the former one, just let me know, I might help. IMHO, I saw only a very recent 005 unaffected by that flaw -- and it was not because of the solution implemented on the gens i.e. a rubber gasket around the lever pin... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pubus Posted May 27, 2007 Report Share Posted May 27, 2007 ive been always knocking my head, why the hell did I choose 111 to be my first pam 112 is way more ellegant and dressy Damn you lucky great time piece, wear it well and let it tick for a life time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pix Posted May 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2007 why the hell did I choose 111 to be my first pam ...because 111 stands before 112..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pubus Posted May 28, 2007 Report Share Posted May 28, 2007 that is a proper statement but even if I would get this sexy one in Ti Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted May 28, 2007 Report Share Posted May 28, 2007 Hello Mr Pix, Congratulation on your new "sub" addiction for Pams. I must say that for me too it's on the list for later. I guess that what still bother me is "I need" date; and date on Pams are a serious concern. Anyway, what I really wanted to say about your topic is that you can really capture the beauty of the watch in your pictures. I love them very much and will try to imitate you... Cheers Stephane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pix Posted May 28, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2007 Thx Stephane For the date, just wear something else on your right wrist... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vlydog Posted June 7, 2007 Report Share Posted June 7, 2007 love the shot of the movement through the opening in the buckle! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Jubilee Posted June 12, 2007 Report Share Posted June 12, 2007 I love your watch- awesome pics. I have a 118 (simple watch) with awesome leather strap- have had it for 2 years now. I bought about 10 straps that I can switch out with- great versatility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deepsea Posted June 12, 2007 Report Share Posted June 12, 2007 Congrats on your new watch. Wear it in good health Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pix Posted June 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2007 That's the thing I definitely like on PAMS : the HUGE choice for all kind of straps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumbie Posted June 12, 2007 Report Share Posted June 12, 2007 That's the thing I definitely like on PAMS : the HUGE choice for all kind of straps. Yeah, it's like getting a new watch since you can change the look depending on which strap you wear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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