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wrist size
Jun 17, 2019,09:18 AM
Thanks for the collection compliment! We all carry a bit of a burden when it comes to these things, don't we. My wrist is just over 7" which makes 40mm the min spec case size, which I also find to be limiting. There are a number of vintage pieces I just can't pull off because they look silly on my wrist, so I stick with more modern case sizes. I naturally gravitate toward tool watches, but am bothered I can't wear some other, more classic pieces - feel like I'm missing out on a lot of great watches!
I have a really sweet Frederique Constant Worldtimer Manufacturer Movement in 40mm with no bezel. It's a beautiful watch but barely sees the light of day because of this
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Hello - my humble PAM collection
By: notdnl : June 16th, 2019-18:12
Hi fellow Paneristi, New member here, sharing my small collection for your perusal. I've been a brand fan for many years, drawn to the innovative military history and overall aesthetic. Didn't get my first Panerai until my lovely wife gifted me the PAM233...
Sadly, yes
By: notdnl : June 16th, 2019-18:38
Despite the marketing hype, bulk metallic glass does scratch, however in the case of this watch, I've found it's mainly because of the slightly brushed finish that the micro "ridges" of the brushing are what actually scratch. It takes a lot - I'm not deli...
Thank you!
By: notdnl : June 16th, 2019-18:41
It was a very unexpected, yet extremely appreciated gift, indeed. I hear you on the 44mm Subs - I don't mind 47mm as my wrist is just over 7", but 44mm is the sweet spot for many folks. I'm particularly bummed out that the new Nery collection won't come i...
Agree on the PAM pricing challenge
By: notdnl : June 17th, 2019-05:11
As a brand fan, it's difficult to balance emotion vs practicality around their ever increasing price structures. I love the Carbotech, Ceramic GMT, and others that offer a technical innovation in case materials along with their in-house 3/8/10 day movemen...
Thanks for sharing your PAMs....
By: sergio : June 17th, 2019-00:13
if the Submersible line is what...floats your boat...the new CEO is a man after your own heart. He LOVES submersibles and he's producing a ton of them. Ciao
Very nice collection sir
By: traineract : June 17th, 2019-08:32
I particularly like the pam 233. It's one of my favourites but I cannot wear 44mm 1950 cases due to my small wrist
wrist size
By: notdnl : June 17th, 2019-09:18
Thanks for the collection compliment! We all carry a bit of a burden when it comes to these things, don't we. My wrist is just over 7" which makes 40mm the min spec case size, which I also find to be limiting. There are a number of vintage pieces I just c...
Another shot
By: notdnl : June 18th, 2019-19:31
Thank you, here's one more. It was handmade by someone in Russia via Etsy. ...