Hey everybody. I've been doing some lurking, and reading, the past few days and think I might like to get myself one of the Panerai reps. In addition, I'm sick of the banner at the top of the forum advising me to make my first post. I'll warn everyone now, I know basically nothing when it comes to watches, and up until recently have been pretty satified with my regular old Wittnauer Odyssey 10 for daily wear. When it comes to movt's, authenticity of reps, etc... I only know the very limited amount i've learned here on RWI.
After searching through a bunch of threads, and pictures, I think I've decided on a 177 with the rubber strap. Panerai is nice in it's simplicity, and the darker titanium case is cool in a subdued sort of way. I'm hoping this will be a good choice, as it's my first rep purchase, and I'd hate to buy poorly because I didn't do a little research or ask the right people beforehand.
Anyway, this is the 177 I think I've decided on. hxxp://www.puretimewatch.com/product/pam177-m-11-ultimate-edition-v2-on-oem-black-rubber-strap/ To me it looks pretty damn good, but when it comes to the tiny details, I'd like to ask some of your opinions. Is this a good buy right out of the box, and is this the best place to get it? Is there a better known/ higher quality version available right now, even if it's a little more money?
So there it is... Am I about to drop some cash on a piece of junk, or will I be pleased with the 177 listed? Any and all advice is greatly appreciated, and helping out the noob is good for your karma... LOL Thanks, Dave
****PS... change the "xx" to "tt" in the posted link... not sure of the rules on linking, and don't want to offend.
After searching through a bunch of threads, and pictures, I think I've decided on a 177 with the rubber strap. Panerai is nice in it's simplicity, and the darker titanium case is cool in a subdued sort of way. I'm hoping this will be a good choice, as it's my first rep purchase, and I'd hate to buy poorly because I didn't do a little research or ask the right people beforehand.
Anyway, this is the 177 I think I've decided on. hxxp://www.puretimewatch.com/product/pam177-m-11-ultimate-edition-v2-on-oem-black-rubber-strap/ To me it looks pretty damn good, but when it comes to the tiny details, I'd like to ask some of your opinions. Is this a good buy right out of the box, and is this the best place to get it? Is there a better known/ higher quality version available right now, even if it's a little more money?
So there it is... Am I about to drop some cash on a piece of junk, or will I be pleased with the 177 listed? Any and all advice is greatly appreciated, and helping out the noob is good for your karma... LOL Thanks, Dave
****PS... change the "xx" to "tt" in the posted link... not sure of the rules on linking, and don't want to offend.
lol
