Jester
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Bronzo aging...
Have to admit I was a bit skeptical when I first saw the PAM382. Having owned the PAM289, while I still like it, I'm convinced that white metal for Luminor case is just a bit more pleasing to my eyes...
Then the summer hits and the weather starts getting humid, so I strap the watch at my balcony for a bit of outdoor adventure...
Got to say I'm reasonably pleased w/ the result, especially after I managed to score a more matching buckle.
It's interesting how the patina develops unevenly around the watch. Would be great to somehow find a way to 'pace' the aging a bit more evenly.
This message has been edited by Jester on 2012-07-01 21:31:38
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Bronzo aging...
Have to admit I was a bit skeptical when I first saw the PAM382. Having owned the PAM289, while I still like it, I'm convinced that white metal for Luminor case is just a bit more pleasing to my eyes... In fact, I found myself not wearing the PAM382 much ...
The patina looks good and full of character. I noticed that the Bronzo have started
another craze on using bronze as casing and there has been a cult following from other brands like Helson which offers a cheaper alternative. A pity the Gefica did not achieve what the Bronzo did. cheers PAt
Looks great
All kinds of brands r doing you want to develop the "Patina" faster use some liver of sulphur. I own a Benarus Bronze & I did the Liver of Sulphur trick & it wrked beautifully.& much cheaper tthen the Pam. ...
Like you, I didn't wear my Bronzo for sometime
Felt it was too trendy, and too ubiquitous. But when I finally got round to wearing it...WOW...I fell in love with it and can't wait for it to age. Will post picts of mine shortly. Your seems to be "aging" very nicely!! Best, Horo
382 Strap Buckle Combo
HI there Love the buckle and strap combination on the 382. Could you give me the details on the strap maker and the buckle?