So, I sold my PAM 390 that was a combination of two best reps and made into one. I loved that watch and wore it a bunch. Was always accurate and always got compliments. I then got a PAM 594 and while I really liked it and was a custom build as well, it just wasn't my favorite due to the black DLC. I don't know why, but that black seemed to get lost. I tried different straps, etc and just never fell in love. Then, I had a Titanium PAM 390 built. Loads of cool things but I always went to the polished 390 because I was always happy with it.
So, sold them all and thought I would go and get a vintage PAM and try that route. I traded my Titanium for it and am really excited to get into the vintage stuff. I think this may be a great start and with the selling of the others, I would like to consider either building a high end one or take this one and make it better.
Here is the link to the original ad:
https://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/331940-Vintage-Panerai-44mm-Luminor
Here is some further details of the build:
Custom GG dial from here: http://www.vintage-gg.com/index.html
Unknown origin case, but its been re-shaped and aged.
Hands are also custom and the lume matches the dial.
ETA Genuine Swiss 6498 movement
Straps: (Strap on the watch is from Strap culture) (other strap is custom made by a member)
Extra Crystal is from Helenarou
He (posting seller) has been awesome to work with and really am excited to get wearing this one. I think the look falls somewhere between the 390 in terms of catching people's eyes as well as looking unique due to the vintage work done to it.
What I guess I am looking for is guidance on this build if I need to do anything further or just leave it be? I cannot really figure out what model it replicates or if it is simply custom and doesn't share anything with any model or platform. I am not in love with the caseback and would like to maybe do something with that.
Also, is there ANYTHING that is needing attention? I think the movement is great, but is there anything I need to know about maintaining it and having it serviced? I would like to see who is the best person to send it to in order to having it serviced. Would love to find someone local, but I suspect that I will be turned away as they will recognize the replica status.
Just looking for feedback and suggestions. I am really hoping that this watch brings me back in love with the PAMs and allows me to get into building. I am considering trying to build my own and getting the tools needed. I would also be interested in finding out what I need to do that as well.
Cheers,
Brian
So, sold them all and thought I would go and get a vintage PAM and try that route. I traded my Titanium for it and am really excited to get into the vintage stuff. I think this may be a great start and with the selling of the others, I would like to consider either building a high end one or take this one and make it better.
Here is the link to the original ad:
https://forum.replica-watch.info/vb/showthread.php/331940-Vintage-Panerai-44mm-Luminor
Here is some further details of the build:
Custom GG dial from here: http://www.vintage-gg.com/index.html
Unknown origin case, but its been re-shaped and aged.
Hands are also custom and the lume matches the dial.
ETA Genuine Swiss 6498 movement
Straps: (Strap on the watch is from Strap culture) (other strap is custom made by a member)
Extra Crystal is from Helenarou
He (posting seller) has been awesome to work with and really am excited to get wearing this one. I think the look falls somewhere between the 390 in terms of catching people's eyes as well as looking unique due to the vintage work done to it.
What I guess I am looking for is guidance on this build if I need to do anything further or just leave it be? I cannot really figure out what model it replicates or if it is simply custom and doesn't share anything with any model or platform. I am not in love with the caseback and would like to maybe do something with that.
Also, is there ANYTHING that is needing attention? I think the movement is great, but is there anything I need to know about maintaining it and having it serviced? I would like to see who is the best person to send it to in order to having it serviced. Would love to find someone local, but I suspect that I will be turned away as they will recognize the replica status.
Just looking for feedback and suggestions. I am really hoping that this watch brings me back in love with the PAMs and allows me to get into building. I am considering trying to build my own and getting the tools needed. I would also be interested in finding out what I need to do that as well.
Cheers,
Brian
