Hey guys, I am new to this world but the Pam's have grown on me. I have read a bit of ALE's encyclopedia but it is overwhelming. I am looking to get something along the lines of the Pam 111 look, would like one with a date wheel if possible but there are so many versions and makers of each one and not sure what one is the best to get. I would like to keep the cost around 250$~. What model and version would you guys recommend? I'm sure this has been beaten to death so please take it easy on me. Thanks alot.
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Well if you read all ALE's encyclopedia and do a research, you would know which one to choose mate.
Here's a thought mate, look again at ALE's threads, there are pictures on it too right?, see which model you like the most and then checked out the price on TD's, because you might get lucky to get a promotion price on your target.
Pam 111 N series from Noob is pretty good rep I would say, goodluck on finding one mate.
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Here's a thought mate, look again at ALE's threads, there are pictures on it too right?, see which model you like the most and then checked out the price on TD's, because you might get lucky to get a promotion price on your target.
Pam 111 N series from Noob is pretty good rep I would say, goodluck on finding one mate.
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I have looked and found a few models that I like, but am not sure what is the best version. Some sites say best version and it's different then another site so am asking for a few from experienced members.
Look for the indication in ALE guide. He has evaluate all the pams in the guide, and rate them accordingly. If you are not willing to go thru the entire list. Search for the thread in here, there is one ALE listing the best replicas available for our easy reference. Actually doing a crtl-F for key word 'super rep' isnt difficult.
I know what you're going through - it took me nearly two weeks to decide what I was looking for. I was PRO Power Reserve, then CON Power Reserve, PRO date wheel, then CON Date Wheel, PRO Clear Caseback, then CON Caseback, etc. Then for a while, everything I liked turned out to NOT be a super-rep or well-regarded.
Finally fell in love with the PAM 388, and for 48h couldn't find anything I liked more. Pulled the trigger and have been very happy since then.
But I certainly sympathize - ALE's guide is awesome and incredibly detailed, and downright scary for the noob.
Finally fell in love with the PAM 388, and for 48h couldn't find anything I liked more. Pulled the trigger and have been very happy since then.
But I certainly sympathize - ALE's guide is awesome and incredibly detailed, and downright scary for the noob.
Base Logo Pam000 Noob Edition. Thank me later! Get a Ammo Strap and you will love it. Buy some Cape Cod Polisher and enjoy. I bought a H-Fac and a noob and a Gen. Love this watch.
I think I've decided on the pam 111 noob v4
About to pull the trigger tonight once I convince my self a little more
About to pull the trigger tonight once I convince my self a little more
I think I've decided on the pam 111 noob v4
About to pull the trigger tonight once I convince my self a little more
My personal favorite, though somewhat simple and possibly lacking excitement, is the 111 Noob. I wear it with black croc when dressed up and blue leather when dressed down. In other words, it's versatile and easy to wear. Very highly recommended. I'm thinking of picking up the Noob 112 if available (111 without second subdial).
I think I've decided on the pam 111 noob v4
About to pull the trigger tonight once I convince my self a little more
I did the same. I always end up buying a watch after a few drinks. Just ordered a pam 111 noob v4. I read ALE's guide and was planning on waiting but oh well. So far this is my 3rd purchase from a different TD and have had no problems up to this day and I'm sure from intime it will be no different.
Some times we give a newbie a hard time, for asking questions that this site is all about.
Yes, you can look at the extremely well done guide by ALE. Yes, you can look at the TD sites.
But there is a rub here. Many of the sites don't really tell you what you are looking at. They use different words on different sites to describe the same watch. Worse, they use the same words, to describe a different watch or manufacturer. And many times, the manufacturer is completely left out.
Contacting to find out exactly who made a particular watch, or if it is v3, v4, whatever, often times goes unanswered, or answered in a way that is more confusing than before the question was ask! It can take forever, and still not get a real answer. Forget that some dealers call v-3 a v-4. and so on. Grrrrrrr!!!
Add to this, there are companies listed by initials that I have NEVER seen listed on a TD site. Confusing to say the least.
I have been here for years. With a low post count. Why, because I keep my ears open, and mouth shut. It's a good way to learn things. I wear both Gen and rep Pams. Had gen's before this place existed. And I study them at length. And I still make a misstep from time to time.
Hence, people ask us. It can be a real mine field. so lets not be always so ready to be condescending. It really can be confusing. almost as if by design by our own TD's.
Knife
Yes, you can look at the extremely well done guide by ALE. Yes, you can look at the TD sites.
But there is a rub here. Many of the sites don't really tell you what you are looking at. They use different words on different sites to describe the same watch. Worse, they use the same words, to describe a different watch or manufacturer. And many times, the manufacturer is completely left out.
Contacting to find out exactly who made a particular watch, or if it is v3, v4, whatever, often times goes unanswered, or answered in a way that is more confusing than before the question was ask! It can take forever, and still not get a real answer. Forget that some dealers call v-3 a v-4. and so on. Grrrrrrr!!!
Add to this, there are companies listed by initials that I have NEVER seen listed on a TD site. Confusing to say the least.
I have been here for years. With a low post count. Why, because I keep my ears open, and mouth shut. It's a good way to learn things. I wear both Gen and rep Pams. Had gen's before this place existed. And I study them at length. And I still make a misstep from time to time.
Hence, people ask us. It can be a real mine field. so lets not be always so ready to be condescending. It really can be confusing. almost as if by design by our own TD's.
Knife
I agree with this.
People just start sharpening their knives or just ignore the newbs whenever they asked something.
I'm glad there are people like you around.
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You're not being fair
I know there are a lot of people here willing to help, and indeed hearing and helping noobs and veterans.
Everybody can see that reading this forum
There are here more people lazy and non willing to make homework than no helping people
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