Help with DLC/PVD case

[Circuitmstr]

I have a few Pam reps now and am actually selling all other watches in my collection to go exclusive Panerai.
Now I am looking for a black case Luminor. Can anyone help me locate what I’m looking for?

44mm DLC/PVD/Ceramic case just like a Pam360. A base dial or a sub seconds hand. Here’s the catch: I don’t want the patina lume. I want the standard greenish looking lume. Every rep I have seen has that orange-ish “patina” lime and I’m not a fan of that look.

What are my options?

Thanks guys


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[mysterio]

The only watch that might fit that bill is the PAM026K. However that model has long been discontinued. You can opt to have your watch PVDed as there are lots of stainless steel models with white markers. PVDing the case is not unusual even for gen owners.

 

[Circuitmstr]

How much should I expect to pay for the coating and who can do it other than grimlock? He quoted $400
That seems like a lot.
Also, can they coat titanium?


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[Circuitmstr]

How much should I expect to pay for the coating and who can do it other than grimlock? He quoted $400
That seems like a lot.
Also, can they coat titanium?


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[superspark69]

How much should I expect to pay for the coating and who can do it other than grimlock? He quoted $400
That seems like a lot.
Also, can they coat titanium?


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$400 is fairly reasonable tbh

 

[Circuitmstr]

What about re-luming a pam360 or something


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[Circuitmstr]

What about re-luming a pam360 or something


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[superspark69]

Plenty of options but you need a dlc/PVD case , here is a PVD version of 005,411 and 563

 

[Circuitmstr]

Where can I get the PVD 005??


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[superspark69]

I made mine

 

[Circuitmstr]

Ugh. I’d rather buy a ready to go rep like I described.


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[Circuitmstr]

Plenty of options but you need a dlc/PVD case , here is a PVD version of 005,411 and 563

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[superspark69]

Ugh. I’d rather buy a ready to go rep like I described.


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there aren't any unless you find someone selling on m2m

 

[Circuitmstr]

What about re-luming a watch?
Can a titanium case be PVD/DLC coated?


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[Circuitmstr]

What is the best way to get this done. Paying $400 to have one coated is not an option for me. It would make more sense to even buy a pam360 and anoob 111 or 005 and swap the dial/movement


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[superspark69]

Finding a good 360 is a challenge in itself, yes you can dlc titanium, best bet would be to get a 111 and look for someone selling a dlc case or get the dlc done by somebody. At least you do fo d gen PVD 111’s our in the wild. Nobody would relume a gen

 

[hackkakid]

I think getatwatch is back in business and has PVD casebacks in stock: https://getatwatch.com/case/44mm-luminor/1-1-44mm-luminor-style-pvd-matt-black-case-set.html

 

[superspark69]

I think getatwatch is back in business and has PVD casebacks in stock: https://getatwatch.com/case/44mm-luminor/1-1-44mm-luminor-style-pvd-matt-black-case-set.html

His cases are very good quality however the casebacks from the reps do not fit them. and also they are very very black. not an issue if its an aftermarket pad look your going for, for say a 111 etc. just be aware though that the case back from the 111 will not fit it.

 

[dadog13]

Guys, what about cerakote coating? Scratch resistant and this military green is SICK! Love it..have to think about a project watch.


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[mysterio]

Guys, what about cerakote coating? Scratch resistant and this military green is SICK! Love it..have to think about a project watch.


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Cerakote is another option. Here's a watch posted by another member with cerakote.