Noob 111v3 vs 029

[sja]

http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php?t=171929

According to ale the 029 can be classed as a "super" . Td suggesting I won't like it.. Looks ok to me but happy for conflicting comments..

 

[458spider]

111v3 is SUPER rep and a very dominating look, u wont dissapointed.

 

[mysterio]

Well, the tuxedo dial isn't something that everyone likes so that may be it. But accuracy wise, it is up there with the PAM111 V3 (even more so with the closed CB).

 

[sja]

Thanks that's what I thought.. I have posted in here before about receiving 111 with caseback fault. A few have perhaps rightly said its on the rear just forget it.. But it's didn't say officine instead it read ofeicine , caused by deep scratch.. A colleague has bought one these from another dealer and it's perfect, so why should I pay same price and receive less?
If someone bought a watch advertised in sales as "mint" and it arrived like mine they would soon be complaining.

Anyway dealer and I are in discussions, he has 029 in stock and although It's not my 1st choice it's growing on me..I have read ale review through and this seems to be the only other super this dealer has..

pics to follow if we sort it!

 

[sja]

TD suggested bezel has painted numbers? Does the gen? Anyone know?

 

[ALE7575]

Thanks that's what I thought.. I have posted in here before about receiving 111 with caseback fault. A few have perhaps rightly said its on the rear just forget it.. But it's didn't say officine instead it read ofeicine , caused by deep scratch.. A colleague has bought one these from another dealer and it's perfect, so why should I pay same price and receive less?
If someone bought a watch advertised in sales as "mint" and it arrived like mine they would soon be complaining.

Anyway dealer and I are in discussions, he has 029 in stock and although It's not my 1st choice it's growing on me..I have read ale review through and this seems to be the only other super this dealer has..

pics to follow if we sort it!

TD suggested bezel has painted numbers? Does the gen? Anyone know?

Hi friend
Yes gen has painted numbers in GMT dial placed in the bezel Rolex Explorer type
PAM 029 isone of the best rep of PAM ever made, since it has solid caseback there are no visible flaws and the finish is very good
Tuxedo dial is awesome and if you like this watch style go to it with confidence

ALE

 

[sja]

Thanks ale your sticky been invaluable! I thought gen had engraved numbers then painted? Td has 243 noob as we'll, I'm so confused

 

[ALE7575]

Thanks ale your sticky been invaluable! I thought gen had engraved numbers then painted? Td has 243 noob as we'll, I'm so confused

Sorry maybe I have explained it badly
The bezel numbers are ENGRAVED AND THEN PAINTED
PAM 243 is a SUPER rep too, but has some little visible flaws

ALE

 

[sja]

Thanks ale, no you explained it perfectly.. Its td confusing me, suggesting they are just painted, no engraving. Thanks again..

 

[ALE7575]

Thanks ale, no you explained it perfectly.. Its td confusing me, suggesting they are just painted, no engraving. Thanks again..

No worries
Ask and comment what you want
We are here to help

ALE

 

[nehnehchui]

You won't regret getting the 029


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[digital]

Its growing on me as well.....next purchase perhaps?

 

[sja]

Thanks so much for advice.. Just waiting for td to get back to me..

 

[C5000]

I had a 29, very nice build quality. I sold it on M2M and got a 111. 029 pretty rare in the wild, and I love the sandwich dial a little more than the tuxedo. Both very high quality watches.

 

[sashimi916x]

the tuxedo is definitely growing on me

 

[sja]

What the the small visible flaws on the 243 ?

 

[ALE7575]

What the the small visible flaws on the 243 ?

Polished part in upper edge of knurling bezel is narrower in comparison with gen
http://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php?t=125784&p=1234542#post-1234542

Some times bezel markers are misaligned

CG Corners chanfered is not uniform in four corners and many times is smaller than gen

Some differences in lume

ALE

 

[surf]

I am sipping a few beers and want to give an non expert PAM, but owner off all 3 at one time or another. The PAM 111 and 000 are classic to me and can be worn anywhere with a classy look and feel. The 029 is sorta not "PAM like" with the dial, second hand, and tuxedo dial. Not a bad thing by any means. The 243 V2 or V3 is a tool diver watch and a bad A## watch. It is however heavier and not really something most can pull off on a daily basis.

My opinon for a first PAM is the 111 or 000 they are a great choice and easy to wear to work or out to dinner. Just an opinion from a non PAM expert.

 

[sja]

I agree a 111 was my 1st choice, but circumstance mean I need another from this td and I'm making choice based on his current stock. Hoping to get 111 when funds allow.

 

[sja]

Td delivered the 029.. Looks nice.. 1st quick impressions, dial engraving could be deeper and the cg lever is not as crisp as 111 but it seems to keep good time.. Strap terrible mind, asked for rubber but received leather.