Officine Panerai

I received my new 292 black ceramic Radiomir today and promptly ordered a new strap for it. However, reading the instruction manual tonight, I discovered that the instruction manual provides instructions for changing the strap, but then specifically says ... 

getting the strap change on mine at the boutique for fear of having any scratch on the ceramic case which would not be easily repairable/polishable. Moreover, the screws are just PVD'ed so quite prone to scratch. As such I would want someon at the boutiqu...  

...but the PVD on the screws has definitely worn off somewhat and the 292 is the only rad that I know of with finicky plastic bits on the ends of the lugs that go into the watch... These add a tiny bit more complexity and stress to the deal... All that sa... 

You can do it, that being said if you live by a Boutique (I live by BHB), then sure might as well take it to the Boutique. I had them put my GSD CH2 on.

I'd like to welcome you to this forum... This is the right place for you to share and learn about watches, in this case panerai. And congrats on your new 292. Okay, regarding the strap changing on the 292. I normally do it myself. It is the same with othe... 

Great forum, thanks everyone. I ordered a GSD TMoro with old gold stitching which Greg suggested looks particularly good on the 292. I do not live near a boutique, although there is an AD I pass by once or twice a month. But I'd really like to be able to ... 

With a few exceptions, but in all case, having it changed by a professional is always better! Cheers Stephen

where's the hidden camera? Asi

provided you have to leave it with me for a Couple of Weeks to makes sure it's Safe to wear.!!! ;0))))) congratulations on this Fine 292. it's a Beauty. almost everyone i know Change Straps themselves.. all you need is one of those (very inexpensice): enj...  

You should really try to do it yourself. It literally only takes 2 or 3 minutes to do a strap change including the buckle. Why spend an hour, 2, or 3 to drive to your local Panerai Boutique, wait for Panerai staff to do your strap change, and then drive b... 

It's really easy once you get the hang of it. At first, I was also scared of changing the straps on my Rad. Only takes a few minutes with the proper technique.

You should really try to do it yourself. It literally only takes 2 or 3 minutes to do a strap change including the buckle. Why spend an hour, 2, or 3 to drive to your local Panerai Boutique, wait for Panerai staff to do your strap change, and then drive b...