I spot someone in the EU bought from him recently. Maybe you have better luck than me.
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My Reps Journal (Daytona, Subs, SD43, PP, Explorer I and so on)
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I accidentally discovered that @Karbon74 who joined RWI around the same time as me, has racked up over 10k posts. Feeling a mix of shame and determination, I’ve decided to step up my post-whoring game. So here we go — my absolutely useless and amateur Fiddy write-up.
For as long as I’ve been on RWI (and probably longer), I’ve been obsessed with the Pam 127, a.k.a. Fiddy. Like most new members, I started by keeping my head down, shutting up, and doing my homework. That approach worked well enough for me to snag a nice Clean 116500. But when it came to figuring out the Fiddy scene… chaos.
Noob, ZF, XF, V6F, Marlin (still dreaming of this one), Eddie Lee… It was like trying to pick a favourite noodle in a bowl of spaghetti. Different factories, different modders, all with their own pros and cons. No definitive answers.
So, I gave up. Briefly.
Fast forward two years, and I’d read enough random Panerai posts to finally feel brave enough to take the plunge. I went with an XF — the safest bet out there — and found one on our M2M section (not exactly, it's a reserved sale for me). Practically brand-new, untouched by its previous owner.
Shipping within the EU was quick, and the watch was in my hands in under a week. My first impression? Damn, this thing is HUGE. Up until now, the largest watch I’d ever owned was my 44mm Pam 299. This 47mm beast felt like strapping a small plate to my wrist. I have taken some side-by-side shots with my other big watch, the IWC Chrono. Luckily, the “huge” sensation didn’t last long, and soon enough, it started to feel just right — I have a 19.5mm wrist.
I’ve never been a massive fan of mechanical watches — I usually prefer automatics. But this Fiddy made me appreciate two things about mechanical movements: accuracy and beauty. Mine runs at an impressive ±6 seconds per day, which is solid for a rep. And the open caseback? Gorgeous. Without a rotor in the way, I could stare at those beautiful bridges and wheels for hours — I'm doing my best to overlook the glaring fact that the balance is visibly different from the gen. Honestly, time flies when you’re admiring craftsmanship like that.
Now, let’s talk about what everyone loves to debate when it comes to rep Fiddies: the domed crystal. Distortion, how distorted it is, and how distorted it should be. Like any other rep Fiddy, mine has distortion to a certain degree, and I’ve included some photos below showing those “distorted angles.” Personally, I love the unique beauty a domed crystal brings. And thank God it’s sapphire instead of plexiglas — because plexiglas is just not my vibe.
So, there you have it: my utterly useless Fiddy review. Coming up next? A rare beauty that’s so exclusive, only 21 exist worldwide. Naturally, I had to settle for a rep. Stay tuned!
For as long as I’ve been on RWI (and probably longer), I’ve been obsessed with the Pam 127, a.k.a. Fiddy. Like most new members, I started by keeping my head down, shutting up, and doing my homework. That approach worked well enough for me to snag a nice Clean 116500. But when it came to figuring out the Fiddy scene… chaos.
Noob, ZF, XF, V6F, Marlin (still dreaming of this one), Eddie Lee… It was like trying to pick a favourite noodle in a bowl of spaghetti. Different factories, different modders, all with their own pros and cons. No definitive answers.
So, I gave up. Briefly.
Fast forward two years, and I’d read enough random Panerai posts to finally feel brave enough to take the plunge. I went with an XF — the safest bet out there — and found one on our M2M section (not exactly, it's a reserved sale for me). Practically brand-new, untouched by its previous owner.
Shipping within the EU was quick, and the watch was in my hands in under a week. My first impression? Damn, this thing is HUGE. Up until now, the largest watch I’d ever owned was my 44mm Pam 299. This 47mm beast felt like strapping a small plate to my wrist. I have taken some side-by-side shots with my other big watch, the IWC Chrono. Luckily, the “huge” sensation didn’t last long, and soon enough, it started to feel just right — I have a 19.5mm wrist.
I’ve never been a massive fan of mechanical watches — I usually prefer automatics. But this Fiddy made me appreciate two things about mechanical movements: accuracy and beauty. Mine runs at an impressive ±6 seconds per day, which is solid for a rep. And the open caseback? Gorgeous. Without a rotor in the way, I could stare at those beautiful bridges and wheels for hours — I'm doing my best to overlook the glaring fact that the balance is visibly different from the gen. Honestly, time flies when you’re admiring craftsmanship like that.
Now, let’s talk about what everyone loves to debate when it comes to rep Fiddies: the domed crystal. Distortion, how distorted it is, and how distorted it should be. Like any other rep Fiddy, mine has distortion to a certain degree, and I’ve included some photos below showing those “distorted angles.” Personally, I love the unique beauty a domed crystal brings. And thank God it’s sapphire instead of plexiglas — because plexiglas is just not my vibe.
So, there you have it: my utterly useless Fiddy review. Coming up next? A rare beauty that’s so exclusive, only 21 exist worldwide. Naturally, I had to settle for a rep. Stay tuned!
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Funny you mention speed, I saw you stuck in the subway today
You are too slow
fetter Deutscher
that's my cousin who emigrated to Germany and got fatFunny you mention speed, I saw you stuck in the subway today
he has issues
ate too many weiners
I just picked up a pair of gen Fiddy straps from an AD in Spain — quite the treasure hunt, honestly. It took me a while to track down the reference number (MX001HV1), but I finally found them at an AD in Mallorca.
The shipping was impressively fast — just one day, thanks to DHL Express. According to some websites, these straps are made of cashmere leather. Let’s see if they live up to the hype or if it’s just marketing fluff. Stay tuned for the verdict.
The shipping was impressively fast — just one day, thanks to DHL Express. According to some websites, these straps are made of cashmere leather. Let’s see if they live up to the hype or if it’s just marketing fluff. Stay tuned for the verdict.
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Another rep has landed! Within just two weeks, I’ve added another piece to the collection — this time, a Rolex-Panerai Ref. 6154 from @Mjh2k4 . This one’s a real unicorn, as there are only 21 known gen 6154s in existence. The last recorded sale? A Phillips auction where it went for a cool CHF 163,800 in 2022.
The Panerai Ref. 6154, often dubbed the "Egiziano Piccolo" (Small Egyptian), is believed to have been made for the Egyptian Navy. While some sources claim at least two were acquired in Egypt, solid proof tying the model to an official military order remains elusive. The only Panerai watch unquestionably made for Egypt is the behemoth GPF 2/56 from 1956. That said, Maria Teresa Panerai once shared that when Egyptian Navy officers first visited Panerai’s Florence workshop around July or August of that year, Giuseppe Panerai may have gifted them a few leftover 6154s as a token of appreciation for their big order.
Now, about this rep — ironically, it’s probably in way better condition than any of the surviving gens… maybe too good. If you’re planning to flex it as a gen, think twice — every real 6154 dial out there is heavily (and I mean badly) discoloured, assuming there’s any colour left at all.
One of the more interesting aspects of this rep is that it actually houses a gen Unitas 6497. I have no idea what grade the movement is, but judging by the price, I doubt it's Top Grade. I'll crack it open soon to find out. Stay tuned!
The Panerai Ref. 6154, often dubbed the "Egiziano Piccolo" (Small Egyptian), is believed to have been made for the Egyptian Navy. While some sources claim at least two were acquired in Egypt, solid proof tying the model to an official military order remains elusive. The only Panerai watch unquestionably made for Egypt is the behemoth GPF 2/56 from 1956. That said, Maria Teresa Panerai once shared that when Egyptian Navy officers first visited Panerai’s Florence workshop around July or August of that year, Giuseppe Panerai may have gifted them a few leftover 6154s as a token of appreciation for their big order.
Now, about this rep — ironically, it’s probably in way better condition than any of the surviving gens… maybe too good. If you’re planning to flex it as a gen, think twice — every real 6154 dial out there is heavily (and I mean badly) discoloured, assuming there’s any colour left at all.
One of the more interesting aspects of this rep is that it actually houses a gen Unitas 6497. I have no idea what grade the movement is, but judging by the price, I doubt it's Top Grade. I'll crack it open soon to find out. Stay tuned!
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