Panerai Ref. 6154 "Rolerai"

[Maximillian]

When it comes to a @Belkin12 build, one thing’s always the same — you simply can’t wait. So while I’m still waiting for my PAM 232 to arrive few weeks ago, I went ahead and ordered another piece I’ve always loved: the Panerai Ref. 6154, also known as the "Rolerai".

To be clear, this isn’t a rep — it’s a custom build, and quite different from the mythical Rolerai in many ways. Since Belkin12 no longer works with the Cortébert 540, I opted for a Unitas 6497, paired with some "creative" engravings.

When I opened the parcel this morning, I genuinely said to myself, "Wow!" Too good to be true.

 

[Jossé]

Dayuum, thats a sexy watch What's the size of this one?

 

[Maximillian]

Dayuum, thats a sexy watch What's the size of this one?

47; but not as bulgy as the Fiddy.

 

[Jossé]

47; but not as bulgy as the Fiddy.

Fits your wrist perfectly! If you ever get tired of it, keep me in mind!

 

[Maximillian]

Fits your wrist perfectly! If you ever get tired of it, keep me in mind!

That could be a long wait

 

[moopsy]

beauty. Glad this one wasn’t yoinked off of the window ledge in front of your door!

 

[Slugger]

beauty. Glad this one wasn’t yoinked off of the window ledge in front of your door!

Advice from the neighbor: close the door when yoinking off.

 

[Karbon74]

When it comes to a @Belkin12 build, one thing’s always the same — you simply can’t wait. So while I’m still waiting for my PAM 232 to arrive few weeks ago, I went ahead and ordered another piece I’ve always loved: the Panerai Ref. 6154, also known as the "Rolerai".

To be clear, this isn’t a rep — it’s a custom build, and quite different from the mythical Rolerai in many ways. Since Belkin12 no longer works with the Cortébert 540, I opted for a Unitas 6497, paired with some "creative" engravings.

When I opened the parcel this morning, I genuinely said to myself, "Wow!" Too good to be true.

This thing is fantastic
47mm kills it for me but still I love it

 

[Maximillian]

This thing is fantastic
47mm kills it for me but still I love it

47mm can be a bit of a downer for someone with a smaller wrist. Surprisingly though, when you put it side by side with an IWC 43mm Chrono, it doesn’t look that much bigger. I think you could definitely pull off a Rolerai or any Radiomir — just maybe not the Fiddy, since that one’s seriously chunky.

 

[Karbon74]

I have a Belkin in 44mm
The green Destro one

I love it but the occasions to wear it are few.
It barely fits under my suit and shirt.

In Summer holidays when I am finally in casual wear, the leather is not the best option

I must have drafted the sales form at least 5 times. Took the pics, looked at the fantastic craftsmanship of Belkin, put the watch back in the box and scrapped the form

 

[Maximillian]

In Summer holidays when I am finally in casual wear, the leather is not the best option

You’re into Daytonas, right? I remember you have a 126500. What do you think about the APSF 26240 chrono? I think it’s one of the best summer watches. Looks great with a polo or anything casual.

 

[Karbon74]

You’re into Daytonas, right? I remember you have a 126500. What do you think about the APSF 26240 chrono? I think it’s one of the best summer watches. Looks great with a polo or anything casual.

It’s a BTF116500 that I have
Our dear friend Storm. convinced me that the 126500 was not as good…I did not fully agree but I must say that the 11 is really special

I am not a super fan of AP in general plus I don’t want to wear an obvious rep at work. I don’t lie about it but I don’t draw attention to my watches anyway.

 

[Reno the Filipino]

The more I read about B12 builds the more I want to order one, thanks for piquing my interest @Maximillian.
The movement looks better than the 618 replica River has on offer at the moment.

@Karbon74 I’m now following you in case you change your mind on listing you 44mm build.

 

[Karbon74]

The more I read about B12 builds the more I want to order one, thanks for piquing my interest @Maximillian.
The movement looks better than the 618 replica River has on offer at the moment.

@Karbon74 I’m now following you in case you change your mind on listing you 44mm build.

Trust me on this.
Contact Belkin and ask for a commission

The process of designing what you dream of, and see him make it come to life is priceless.
Plus his « work in progress » pics are absolutely fabulous. It would be a shame for you to miss that experience

 

[Reno the Filipino]

Trust me on this.
Contact Belkin and ask for a commission

The process of designing what you dream of, and see him make it come to life is priceless.
Plus his « work in progress » pics are absolutely fabulous. It would be a shame for you to miss that experience

Just saw the pics of your the green dial destro
Back to finishing the PM to B12 that I was writing when the alert popped up (squirrel brain).