Hi guys, this is my first "real" post aside from the intro-to-forum post. I thought I'd share my experience on the PAM 346 by Kuvarsit.
I got the watch when it first came out - I really needed a rad, the KW 346 hit all the right points for me, and I went for it decisively based on ALE's recommendation. At first I thought it was indeed a very nice watch, but I wasn't really WOWED by the build (cuz I never saw a gen).
However, recently I read someone said that "if you play with a gen, you'll really appreciate the quality of the gen". So curiosity drove me to a local boutique, and I played with the gen 346. (Of course I took my rep off before going into the shop).
During the 15 minutes of handling the gen, I have to say, honestly, aside from the movement, I wasn't able to tell any noticeable difference between the gen and the KW 346. I thought the AR on rep wasn't as nicely done - turned out the gen reflected as much light as the rep. I thought the canon pinion wasn't installed properly - turned out exactly the same as the gen. The shape of the case was accurate as ever, contour and corners as sharp as the gen. Even the color of the titanium was the same. Dial colour exactly the same, while depth of the sandwhich dial looked the same, at least I couldn't tell any difference looking at it close up. I also thought that the rep had really long lugs/wires for the strap, but to my surprise the gen had long lug wires too, longer than other radiomirs that I saw. And last but certainly not least, when I received my rep, I thought the rep strap was stiff, uncomfortable, a piece of crap. But I was surprised to see that the gen is, again, EXACTLY THE SAME, in terms of stiffness, color, patterns, and even feel on the wrist.
The only differences, if I HAD to say, would be 1) the logo on the crown of the gen was thicker, and 2) the edge of the Cyclops was much smoother and uniform on the gen. But these would require really really close-up nit-picking examination, and doing so these are the only two differences that I found.
I wish had a hidden on me to take some pictures for all of you. But I don't, so apologize if you guys are expecting photos >.<
I understand that most of us here trust ALE's recommendation on the watch. But astounded by how well the rep was built compared to the gen, I feel I need to come out with the post instilling some confidence to those who are looking to make a purchasing decision - DON'T HESITATE, GO FOR IT!!
I'd also like to take this opportunity and give a shout out for those who are looking to purchase from Kuvarsit - the PAM 346 is really nice, and they're exceeded only by their service. It was a true pleasure dealing with them - they were timely, patient and diligent. I couldn't ask for more from a TD.
I got the watch when it first came out - I really needed a rad, the KW 346 hit all the right points for me, and I went for it decisively based on ALE's recommendation. At first I thought it was indeed a very nice watch, but I wasn't really WOWED by the build (cuz I never saw a gen).
However, recently I read someone said that "if you play with a gen, you'll really appreciate the quality of the gen". So curiosity drove me to a local boutique, and I played with the gen 346. (Of course I took my rep off before going into the shop).
During the 15 minutes of handling the gen, I have to say, honestly, aside from the movement, I wasn't able to tell any noticeable difference between the gen and the KW 346. I thought the AR on rep wasn't as nicely done - turned out the gen reflected as much light as the rep. I thought the canon pinion wasn't installed properly - turned out exactly the same as the gen. The shape of the case was accurate as ever, contour and corners as sharp as the gen. Even the color of the titanium was the same. Dial colour exactly the same, while depth of the sandwhich dial looked the same, at least I couldn't tell any difference looking at it close up. I also thought that the rep had really long lugs/wires for the strap, but to my surprise the gen had long lug wires too, longer than other radiomirs that I saw. And last but certainly not least, when I received my rep, I thought the rep strap was stiff, uncomfortable, a piece of crap. But I was surprised to see that the gen is, again, EXACTLY THE SAME, in terms of stiffness, color, patterns, and even feel on the wrist.
The only differences, if I HAD to say, would be 1) the logo on the crown of the gen was thicker, and 2) the edge of the Cyclops was much smoother and uniform on the gen. But these would require really really close-up nit-picking examination, and doing so these are the only two differences that I found.
I wish had a hidden on me to take some pictures for all of you. But I don't, so apologize if you guys are expecting photos >.<
I understand that most of us here trust ALE's recommendation on the watch. But astounded by how well the rep was built compared to the gen, I feel I need to come out with the post instilling some confidence to those who are looking to make a purchasing decision - DON'T HESITATE, GO FOR IT!!
I'd also like to take this opportunity and give a shout out for those who are looking to purchase from Kuvarsit - the PAM 346 is really nice, and they're exceeded only by their service. It was a true pleasure dealing with them - they were timely, patient and diligent. I couldn't ask for more from a TD.
