PAM 359 Ordered.., finally!

[JaeRSr.]

Hello all,

This morning I got a very pleasant surprise in my email inbox. Puretime responded to my PAM 359 inquiry! They have the 359 in stock currently. Needless to say, i went right over to their website and placed my order for the PAM 359 M V2 (Best Edition) on the Italian leather band.

Already, I'm contemplating sending the watch off to get super lume, AR coating on the crystal , CG mod and of course, ordering the SS bracelet. Before I get too far off into the mod zone however, does anyone think that a super lume mod will be necessary on the V2 best edition?

I've read that the current AR coating on the crystal "out of the box" could be better but what are everyone's lume experiences with the 359?

Thanks.

 

[joegrimm]

if i had to choose between re-luming or AR, i would definately go for AR first...the lume is decent but the AR definately needs an upgrade.

 

[ricciola73s]

Me friends, but at this time, what are the best version of the PAM 359? and where is possible it to buy? Puretime or TrustyTime?.

 

[jbetts1790]

the 359 V2 is the best version, and you can certainly find it at PureTime

 

[SteveG]

V2 is currently the best version. I have a V1 with updated date wheel. I've been holding out for a better rumored version. But who knows.

 

[JaeRSr.]

AR mod it is!mThank you for the advice.
This is the first i've heard of another update rumored for the 359 SteveG. What are the rumored improvements?

 

[SteveG]

I had heard that the noob or H factory would be taking a stab at this model with possibly the first of a p.9000 movement replica.

 

[Craig88]

I had heard that the noob or H factory would be taking a stab at this model with possibly the first of a p.9000 movement replica.

Reliable source?

 

[SteveG]

No just info passed through the various boards.


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[JaeRSr.]

I'll keep my ear to the grown concerning an updated 359.
Looking around now for places to get the AR replaced on the one I ordered.
I'm in California, any suggestions?

 

[THXuk]

Poor AR is the only thing that really lets this one down. I have the original and its a lovely piece.

Any recommendation for AR in Europe (UK)

 

[JaeRSr.]

:aneki::aneki::anekiAM 359 cleared customs yesterday. Should be here today. If I'm lucky, the Parnis Big Pilot 47mm I ordered will be here today as well!!!
Looking forward to posting pics!

 

[PamLuver80]

Send it to Vac. He does amazing work!

 

[JaeRSr.]

I saw the pics recently of Vac's work on a 359. Jaw dropping.

 

[JaeRSr.]

USPS just arrived

Got it!!!

 

[midge]

Awesome watch, how close isit to gen? what about the rear where you look through? how close is that ?

 

[JaeRSr.]

Hello Midge,

First off, I love this watch and look forward to wearing it almost every day. To answer your questions:

(how close to the gen?)
I personally can't tell the difference between my watch and the gen (pictures) of the 359 that I have collected over the past few months when comparing the case, face and leather band. Its a very good rep IMO. I got the V2 with the italian leather band from Puretime.

(What about the rear where you look through?)
There is a difference in two. You can see this when looking at Puretime's pics of the 359 v2 and actual gen photos.
Now my argument: I think that if you're going to take the rep 359 off every time someone asks about the watch, then yes, someone who knows the 359 should be able to tell the difference. Now I own a gen Rolex and I don't care who asks about it, I never take it off, period. I'd personally feel the same way had i paid over $6,000 for a gen Panerai. Simply put, I don't intend to take the rep off around anyone so the case back is a non-issue personally. That's just me though.

The PAM 359 V2 is really a nice watch though. I'm REALLY happy that I got it. I eventually will have it super-lumed and the CG stiffened by Vac. Others have suggested having the AR done by Vac as well but personally, the AR doesn't bother me as much as I thought it would.

Hope it helps!

J.