Help me pick my ideal Radiomir rep

[bitdrop]

I have my heart set on a Panerai, and I especially like the Radiomir look. There are so many gen options, and the variable quality of reps adds another layer of complexity, so I am hoping to get some help here.

My wishes are:

> high quality / from a trusted manufacturer
> polished case (preferably steel or platinum, but open to gold)
> round bezel with no writing
> 1:1 case size with gen
> wire lugs
> sandwich dial
> no logo on the dial
> no "California" dial
> classic hands (not blue)
> black, dark brown, or dark blue dial (sunburst effect is a plus)
> no cyclops
> ~$400 USD or less

For example, I like the PAM261, PAM369, PAM378, PAM379, PAM388, PAM421, PAM512.

I don't really care about whether it has 2 or 3 hands, or if it has a date window.

I don't really care about auto or manual wind. I guess I prefer auto, but this factor doesn't matter as much.

Thanks for any tips!

 

[superspark69]

Vsf 388 v2

 

[bitdrop]

Vsf 388 v2

I like it a lot. This is considered a high quality build?

 

[superspark69]

Super rep

 

[replikmaster]

My 388

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[Skydrag]

My 388

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Wow this is nice ... not a rad fan but now I’m


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[applestooranges]

Can't go wrong with the 388! Wears decently on the wrist, still available at most TDs, and repped super well.

 

[CWU]

I ordered the 388 recently and currently waiting for delivery. I cannot wait to receive it.

 

[applestooranges]

I ordered the 388 recently and currently waiting for delivery. I cannot wait to receive it.

Congrats mate. Best grab yourself a tiny screwdriver and start looking up straps. That's the name of the game when it comes to pams! (also the stock strap is decent but stiff as heck!)

 

[bitdrop]

What are your favorite straps for Radiomir? I'm plant-based and try to avoid wearing leather... Any good canvas straps?

 

[mysterio]

What are your favorite straps for Radiomir? I'm plant-based and try to avoid wearing leather... Any good canvas straps?

Not sure if there are any pure canvas straps. I think those ones have calf leather backing.

 

[superspark69]

I’ve got a great strap from mustang straps that is all canvas

 

[superspark69]

Some non leather on here - https://viscontimilano.com/product-category/vegan-straps/panerai-style-ready-to-wear/

 

[rep2016]

My 388

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That strap is amazing! Would you mind sharing where you got it from?


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[CWU]

Congrats mate. Best grab yourself a tiny screwdriver and start looking up straps. That's the name of the game when it comes to pams! (also the stock strap is decent but stiff as heck!)

Thanks. I am now in the period between shipping and receiving the watch. On the one hand it is nice to be patient and to be excited for the delivery but on the other hand I really look forward to receiving the watch asap.

Meanwhile I did indeed choose two straps which will be ordered upon receipt of the watch.

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[bitdrop]

Very happy with the PAM388. Thank you for your great advice in this thread.

I like the black alligator strap that it ships with, but I want something a bit more casual / artsy. What do you all think about this strap?

https://www.etsy.com/listing/481928...rai&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&organic_search_click=1

 

[jcguo0516]

My 388

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damn, you have a big ass wrist, that 45mm looks small on your wrist