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Help choosing a strap??

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mrs1986

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Hi everyone, I just bought a PAM 243 Noob V2 i supose, from sead.

As everyone knows, the watch comes with a rubber strap, i like it, but for a pam the leather strap must be somewhere close to it to change at any time...

So, maybe someone can help me find a nice one, one that can go well with the watch...

I dont have any preference on color, but im not really into croc straps... Never have one, but they are too "flashy"??? Is that the word? Anyway, you may can convince me with a nice pic, im not saying i wont go for a croc or aligator, but these are more expensive so i have to think about it... Is the first strap that im buying for a pam and i dont want to spend a LOT of money on it...

Just waiting for any help or recomendation that some of you can give me...

:popcorn:
 
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bradj

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Rogerthat said:
http://www.wristwatchphoto.com/2009/07/on-request-19-strap-combos-for-panerai.html?m=1

Unless you buy used expect to pay between 100-200 for a quality strap
You do pay for what you get most of the time when it comes to leather and hand labor
IMO ammo and vintage leather straps work best on a 243
I also recommend a longer length for this watch than you would normally wear
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I don't agree with that.. There are plenty of straps for much less than $100. Look around at the TD's and SV's for straps here and you'll find something great.

http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/forumdisplay.php/trusted-straps-and-167

http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/forumdisplay.php/strap-makers-342
 
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Rogerthat

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I would add to my price comment
Most any aftermarket strap and any strap from the strap makers on this site will be better quality than a rep leather strap

The link I provided you shows 19 different straps all on a 243 so you should be able to figure out what you like look wise based on that
Once done determine your budget and decide if you will look used or new

Personally if I had say $80 to spend on a strap I would buy used
Other opinions may vary
Have bought very expensive (over $200) straps I have been very unimpressed with but after many years of trying haven't been very impressed either by any sub $100 brand new strap

But if just trying to upgrade a rep leather there are plenty of $50 new straps that will provide that
 
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mrs1986

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Rogerthat said:
I would add to my price comment
Most any aftermarket strap and any strap from the strap makers on this site will be better quality than a rep leather strap

The link I provided you shows 19 different straps all on a 243 so you should be able to figure out what you like look wise based on that
Once done determine your budget and decide if you will look used or new

Personally if I had say $80 to spend on a strap I would buy used
Other opinions may vary
Have bought very expensive (over $200) straps I have been very unimpressed with but after many years of trying haven't been very impressed either by any sub $100 brand new strap

But if just trying to upgrade a rep leather there are plenty of $50 new straps that will provide that
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Exactly 80 is my budget, i can't spend more, the wife would kill me... And believe me, is impossible not to tell how much im spending lol (I try hard :facepalm: )
 
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Qstero

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Bronzy and Migliore Straps. Both are reasonably priced and excellent quality & craftmanship! :)
 
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Strodda

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Qstero said:
Bronzy and Migliore Straps. Both are reasonably priced and excellent quality & craftmanship! :)
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+1 to this.

I have purchased from Bronzy since the first time I went leather. His straps are awesome! And his prices are great.
 
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mrs1986

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Panatime does not have an option for international shipping... So i must choose from the strap dealers in here...

I would love to see some pics to have a reference regarding the color to choose...

Thanks.
 
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mrs1986

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What do you guys think of this one... http://www. kainheritage.com/strap24mm/xsub767b.html

They are not trusted dealer here?? Or I didn't find them... But I liked the strap, nice buckle and a nice gift for a nice price, what do you think??.
 
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Strodda

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I would definitely suggest a thick strap for a beefy watch like that. I will only wear 6mm+ straps.

Here is a 127 on my favorite bronzy. 26/26/6mm


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Rwolf

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Canvas and leather imho. Look on Paneristi or Strapcode ;)
 
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Zkebam

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The S trapSmith

For me the only way to go Rob Montana.
This 6mm strap is the way to go for me.
 
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mrs1986

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Zkebam said:
For me the only way to go Rob Montana.
This 6mm strap is the way to go for me.
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That looks nice...

I must say... I was in a hurry about the CNY, and i liked the sub buckle...

Anyway... I know there are a lot of better strap from our dealers here, and that is where im looking for my next one...

:cheers:
 
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Mj2k

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You must have got Sead's last one - I'm now sitting on my hands waiting for CNY to end to order my own 243!!


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