watchturbo Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 Got my PAM111H in the mail today from Trusty Time Store (http://www.tt88time.com). Boy am I pleased I do not like rubber straps so I changed it up with an Espresso Buffalo with white stitching StrapLuxe strap (). The only really noticeable difference from the gen that I could immediately see was that the 'L SWISS MADE L' text was too close to the 6 o-clock cut-out on the dial. The watch was properly packed and wrapped in some clear saran wrap looking stuff. No scratches on the watch at all which is awesome! I ordered a Big Pilot rep from them before and it had black sharpie pen marks on the case so I was expecting a non-mint watch upon delivery. Here's a shot of the Asian Unitas 6497 Hand Wind movement. The finishing is very impressive considering the watch was only $183 shipped from China! Trusty Time Store advertised the watch as its 'BEST SELLER for the past 2 months' and I can now understand why. Great bang for the buck in my opinion. And so far the movement has kept good time, but only time will tell to see how accurate it will be. I am not a big movement buff so I can't really comment to you on technical stuff about it. But the movement displays very beautifully and superceded all my expectations. I am using the 3rd hole on the strap and have a 6.5" wrist. I was concerned that a 135 x 75mm strap would be too long for my puny wrists. But as you can see from this picture, the tail-end of the strap is not too long. So I am one happy camper! There are 7 total buckle holes on the strap so this strap should fit all wrist sizes. I guess the massive 135 x 75mm dimensions is deceiving because one has to keep into account how thick the strap is. This one is about 5mm. The thicker the strap, the longer the straps will have to be to acheive the same desired tail length. Pretty nice brushed SS buckle with super sharp Strapluxe etching. They advertised their buckles as being thicker than OEM and I have to admit that they are indeed correct. This buckle was a lot larger too than the polished one that came with the PAM111H. I think the bigger the better. Another still shot of my new PAM111H. I like the fact that this watch has buckle screws as it makes changing straps a lot easier than with annoying spring bars. Bottomline: Trusty Time Store sells some HIGH QUALITY REPS and will order more from them. Maybe a Radiomir for me next. Haven't decided on which one yet. Thank you RWG for providing me info on where to get the best reps out there! And I already placed another strap order from Strapluxe as I find their Panerai straps to be extremely comfortable to wear and the quality is superb. I took a risk with them because I haven't seen anyone comment on their PAM straps before and I ordered one, but I got the reward. Hopefully my review is of some use to the RWG community. Happy New Year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shundi Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 Very nice PAM! Thanks for the shots! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
projectologist Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 That's a lot of watch for $183 shipped. Cannon pin fix and Francisco's decals for the movement and you're done. Thanks for the review and great pics! Robert in SoCal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmStaFF Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 nice strap thx for the pics mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorgenss Posted January 2, 2009 Report Share Posted January 2, 2009 That's a lot of watch for $183 shipped. Cannon pin fix and Francisco's decals for the movement and you're done. Thanks for the review and great pics! Robert in SoCal What is Francisco's decals ? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oyster Posted January 4, 2009 Report Share Posted January 4, 2009 Nice Enjoy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suitusir Posted January 5, 2009 Report Share Posted January 5, 2009 Great shots there, I too have have skinny wrists, could you possibly do a wrist shot face up? Much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l3x Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Great watch, photos, and review. That strap looks super on it. Congrats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Fleischer Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 that's a pretty deal- and good pix. here's mine from Josh with 'swiss mov't & gen strap opps- that's my gen 40mm! here's the rep: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchturbo Posted January 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Great shots there, I too have have skinny wrists, could you possibly do a wrist shot face up? Much appreciated. Is this the shot you were looking for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchturbo Posted January 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 that's a pretty deal- and good pix. here's mine from Josh with 'swiss mov't & gen strap opps- that's my gen 40mm! here's the rep: nice shots and great looking strap. but i prefer non-crocodile leather on my watches as I think calf leather is more comfortable and supple Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
projectologist Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 What is Francisco's decals ? Thanks Here you go... http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showtopic=88793 Robert in SoCal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suitusir Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Thanks both Watchturbo and Noel, much appreciated, that has made my decision to buy one. I jus need to see if that strap seller will ship to the UK. Thanks again. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchturbo Posted January 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Thanks both Watchturbo and Noel, much appreciated, that has made my decision to buy one. I jus need to see if that strap seller will ship to the UK. David Strapluxe does ship everywhere in the world for free according to their website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oyster Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Just had a look at the site, the black buffalo is gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suitusir Posted January 6, 2009 Report Share Posted January 6, 2009 Ah fantastic, funny I showed my dad the picture of the PAM111, he didnt like it at all, i suppose he is to much in to omega's. Oyster you are right very tought choice, really nice straps but I do like the croc skin hmmmm. I have been well and truely bitten by the watch bug, i got my first rep just before xmas, TAG chrono lovely watch , 41mm face which I can just about pull off so now I can fairly confidently look at PAM's not worrying to much about face size. Then I will have to buy a SUB, cant not have a colllection without the sub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WAZK Posted January 10, 2009 Report Share Posted January 10, 2009 Beautiful Watch..I Love it. I just joined this forum and I'm planning to purchase my first Replica. I had my eye on a PAM196 and a Cartier Tank for my wife. Is the Pam111.com the go to spot for both? Is there any other reps? Thank You in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suitusir Posted January 12, 2009 Report Share Posted January 12, 2009 Hi Wazk, I too only joined in the last month or two. This site is officially the best forum on both rep and gen watches. I have just bought a PAM111 from trusty time. I know its worrying ordering from these sites but I have had great contact with Andrew. I would say you could order off him with confidence. Regards David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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