PAM 253 on Breitling Croc?

[Rogerthat]

Let me know what you think about this combo, had this Breitling strap lying around and think it looks good on my new PAM 253.

Opinions?
Needs AR Coat, any other mods for this watch?

Cheers,
M


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[BOSS]

Not too bad, may want to change the buckle though!

 

[brtelec]

Changing the buckle would be the only thing I would do. I think it looks great.

 

[MK08]

Ditto, other than the buckle, it's a great combo.

 

[SliceMaster]

I think it´s a bad idéa to ruin a nice looking Breitling strap with a IMO ugly watch like Pam, those watches are just plain and dull!!

 

[Rogerthat]

Thanks for the feedback all, I think it works together. With the detailed dial this is a tough watch to match a strap with I think.
I wanted a more formal look that a carbon fiber or rubber, which I am sure would look good but more sporty.

Can I buy 20mm Pam style buckles, not sure if they make them that small, the Breitling strap tapers to 20 mm at the buckle.

Cheers,
M

 

[brtelec]

panatime.com has both pre-V and thumbnail buckles in 20mm.

 

[iSkinnyConHeo!]

:shock:

 

[Rogerthat]

Re: PAM 253 on Breitling Croc? NEW???

Guys I know this is an old post, but I need some new opinions to my related dilemia.

So I think the black croc looks good, Breitling makes in my opinion the best croc straps so I and went with members advise and got myself a 20MM buckle from PanaTime.
(also went strap crazy and bought a few brown/tan quality straps (GS,MP,Simona) that well give me some other options too)
Ok,back on topic...

Removing Breitling buckle,easy ; putting on new Pana strap buckle, pain in the ass due to larger size, but done and looks good only a littlewierd (Pre-V style buckle, though not enormous due to 20MM size)
PROBLEM: Holes are too small on strap for larger "buckle pin".

Opinions please: 1.) take a nail to it and make 1 hole larger, potentially ruining my $300+ new strap (this is a Gen)
if I change my mind in a month I could likely never sell it if I do this.
Not planning on selling, just don't like eliminatingfuture possibilities.
2.) put the shiny small Breitling pin with the brushed pam style buckle so I can use the same hole.
3.) put the Breitling buckle back on and co-branding
4.) scrap the idea entirely and stick with straps made for Pams.


Please advise what u would do.
I want a black croc option for this watch, but would not want to buy another croc strap for $150+ that I don't think we would be as good quality as the one I already have.

If it would make a difference with your opinion, I no longer have a 24MM Breitling, so I do not currently have a use for the strap unless it works with a PAM.

I hope to post some pictures when my new straps come in.

Cheers,
M

 

[hooligan]

I vote for option #5. Get a Breitling style aftermarket buckle. That way it works with the strap without modification and you don't have any Breitling engraving on the buckle.

Or just get a 'gator made for a PAM. For $300 you could've gotten a Simona gator....

 

[Rogerthat]

I do have a Bob for Breitling buckle (non-branded) that would fit,
so that is definitely an option.

I have had the Breitling strap for a couple of years, just never wore it. I had the strap beforeI ever owned a Panerai.

Cheers,
M