My 288

[rud19]

Got this watch about a month ago, but I was a bit lazy to post pics. Now that's done!
The watch is great, I was simply amazed by it. The casing, the details... a few flaws but hell, IT'S A REP. And a very good one I must admit. The chrono second hand doesn't perfectly reset to zero, it's like a fraction of a millimeter short to the left, the crown stem, when fully unscrewed looks a bit too slim but I can live with those. The strap is, well, a bit crappy but I've already ordered a Vintage brown leather one for it. The deployant clasp is ok... and the lume is very good for an unmodded watch.
For around 300 USD, it's a very very good watch. BTW, the watch is from Sead, a super dealer to do business with.
On with the pics:

 

[Xtian]

Congrats! She's purrrfect!

 

[chisin]

I have the same problem with the chrono hand. Sometimes it resets to zero. Sometimes, it doesn't and is a little to the left. Don't know what's up with that, but, when it doesn't, I let it run a little and stop it when it is aligned at 12..... Heh.

It's a great watch. Enjoy!

 

[rud19]

Thanks guys!

 

[KBH]

That's the only Pam I own and the only one I've ever worn for more than a couple of days. Great watch and comfortable even for guys like me that don't like big watches. I even think the rep strap's pretty decent.

After using the chrono a couple of times mine wouldn't reset to zero so I sent it off for full service. I was amazed at the pictures I got back of how dirty the factory movement was. If you think it's a keeper I'd strongly suggest either not using the chrono or having it serviced.

Now everything works like a Swiss watch. :lol:

 

[ALE7575]

That's the only Pam I own and the only one I've ever worn for more than a couple of days. Great watch and comfortable even for guys like me that don't like big watches. I even think the rep strap's pretty decent.

After using the chrono a couple of times mine wouldn't reset to zero so I sent it off for full service. I was amazed at the pictures I got back of how dirty the factory movement was. If you think it's a keeper I'd strongly suggest either not using the chrono or having it serviced.

Now everything works like a Swiss watch. :lol:

I agree with almost all

Well said

BTW: congrats rud for your awesome watch !!
ALE

 

[rud19]

Thank you KBH for the advice. In fact I used the chrono only once, just to check if everything works. Did not use it since. But I am surely going for the servicing! Thanks.

Ale, what can I say? I choose this watch only thanks to you and your fabulous PAM guide. I was never really a Panerai fan, but that 288 was a real beauty. Many many thanks Ale.