I was on a business trip to Bangkok, Thailand last week.
On my last day, I manage to finish work early leaving many spare hours for relaxation.
As Usual, got some massage. Had a good dinner and headed towards the famous MBK shoppong mall.
I was there to see if I can pick up some nice buddha painting for my house.
Found the painting I want and bought it with a very satisfactory price.
As it was still early, I thought maybe I just roam around to check things out.
So, I went to the usual shops selling reps to find out what's in store.
Nothing much from the first 3 shops. When I reached the last shop, the boss recognised me and greeted me with a big smile.
Without asking, he took out some nice stuff to show me. Not all the reps they carry but I do see the latest Graham, IWC 3717 (with correct lume on 12,3,6,9 markers only),
Breitling blackbird, IWC Selvin, HBB lite and PAM112, 88.
Nice I thought but nothing appeal to me. So, I told the boss nicely that maybe next time.
Just as I was about to go off. The boss stopped me and told me that he got one daylight which he intend to keep for himself.
Since I am there. Why not? I thought to myself. I turned back to have a look.
I am aware of the new version of 196, 188, 251, 236 with the incorrect bezel thickness, thin crown and dial details.
But after he showed me, I think I know the reason why he wanted to keep for himself.
It was a PAM250 (same as PAM236 except it comes with a strap) with A7750, I know the problem about the recessed datewheel but I was attracted by the nice lume applied on this one and
the crown thickness (seem correct to me).It even comes with a corret black leather strap with white stitch & deployant making it look more like the gen.
As I have been a few times to the shop, the boss didn't start off with his "regular" selling price. He offer me $255. It was a very reasonable price and I get to inspect it myself.
He also gave me a big discount for a double pillow 5 slots display top watch box at $35.
Well, I this is too good a deal I can reject.
Here are some pics.
Nicest lume work I've seen on PAM reps. This one comes with the case construction like the old school 196 I used to own.
Like the brushed steel colour. Making it look stealth. Look at the "seemingly thick crown"
Nice lume
Rep croc strap with white stitch and nice deployant.
Bonus buy
If you are now or planning to go to Bangkok.
Welcome to the land of thousand smiles. Happy shopping.
Krop Khun Krap... (Thank you in Thai)
On my last day, I manage to finish work early leaving many spare hours for relaxation.
As Usual, got some massage. Had a good dinner and headed towards the famous MBK shoppong mall.
I was there to see if I can pick up some nice buddha painting for my house.
Found the painting I want and bought it with a very satisfactory price.
As it was still early, I thought maybe I just roam around to check things out.
So, I went to the usual shops selling reps to find out what's in store.
Nothing much from the first 3 shops. When I reached the last shop, the boss recognised me and greeted me with a big smile.
Without asking, he took out some nice stuff to show me. Not all the reps they carry but I do see the latest Graham, IWC 3717 (with correct lume on 12,3,6,9 markers only),
Breitling blackbird, IWC Selvin, HBB lite and PAM112, 88.
Nice I thought but nothing appeal to me. So, I told the boss nicely that maybe next time.
Just as I was about to go off. The boss stopped me and told me that he got one daylight which he intend to keep for himself.
Since I am there. Why not? I thought to myself. I turned back to have a look.
I am aware of the new version of 196, 188, 251, 236 with the incorrect bezel thickness, thin crown and dial details.
But after he showed me, I think I know the reason why he wanted to keep for himself.
It was a PAM250 (same as PAM236 except it comes with a strap) with A7750, I know the problem about the recessed datewheel but I was attracted by the nice lume applied on this one and
the crown thickness (seem correct to me).It even comes with a corret black leather strap with white stitch & deployant making it look more like the gen.
As I have been a few times to the shop, the boss didn't start off with his "regular" selling price. He offer me $255. It was a very reasonable price and I get to inspect it myself.
He also gave me a big discount for a double pillow 5 slots display top watch box at $35.
Well, I this is too good a deal I can reject.
Here are some pics.
Nicest lume work I've seen on PAM reps. This one comes with the case construction like the old school 196 I used to own.
Like the brushed steel colour. Making it look stealth. Look at the "seemingly thick crown"
Nice lume
Rep croc strap with white stitch and nice deployant.
Bonus buy
If you are now or planning to go to Bangkok.
Welcome to the land of thousand smiles. Happy shopping.
Krop Khun Krap... (Thank you in Thai)