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David, Sorry to hear about your experience...
I have seen an example of what you have described. This was on a very worn strap and was from the initial batch that was launched.
Given the nubuck finishing, there is some degree of fragility in the strap, especially with the tang buckle. The deployant versions fare much better on the wear and tear. As for spotting, I have had water splashed on it and it never left a permanent mark but I know oils will leave a bit of a stain.
If possible, see if you can track down the black version. I think part of the issueis also related to the lighter colour to the gold version which, as I mentioned, ages with wear. You can see from my examples the difference in both tone and colour between new and worn.
Good luck.
Gaz
Why is Jules Verne so special? A strapaholic's moment of clarity...
To mark the 100 th anniversary Jules Verne’s passing, Panerai released the Jules Verne Sealand (Ref: PAM000216) in 2005. What captivated me most was not the watch itself but the strap. Photo taken from Panerai website So why is this strap so special? Well...
Gaz, this is such a great details on JV.
I've just got new JV for my wife's 219 and she really loves this strap BADLY....its texture and color are amazing. I never had the idea of the "aged JV" until I read through your post. Thanks for sharing your review. Here are some pics of hey JV.... oblig...
Gazza, that was the most comprehensive in-depth
of a strap I have ever witnessed. I am all over it now! HAGWE Asi
Thanks, Gaz
This strap, with the one of the 172/192, is one fo the very nicest Vendome straps... Vzery nice review, my Gazza Friend! LOL Best, and thanks! Nicolas
Like what Asi has said already, damn that is the most comprehensive strap review
I've ever read! I knew someday someone would write a strap review for a Panerai strap, so I'm not surprised at all. It's about time someone did I guess Thanks for the details on the Jules Verne strap, and many other Paneristi's have raved about the JV str...
Gaz awesome stuff there Thanks
Back to drooling over straps and watches. Thanks again. Bill
Length of post excusable due to the fascinating nature....
of the post..!!! That really is an awsome strap...big congrats on putting together this post. More pics wouldn't be lost at all. Yours, andy.
Hi Gaz,
This is one of the best review I have read in a while. Thank you for your input. It would be great if we can get it archive on this forum.. imho.. Cheers, Ken This message has been edited by colantotte on 2008-03-16 08:43:02
Thanks for your report, Gaz.
Great report! I am particularly pleased to see your photos and comments regarding the black JV. I own a tan strap and have been contemplating the purchase of a black. After seeing your photos, my decision to purchase the latter is made. The JV is such a w...
Great review....
but I have had no luck with my JV. The strap retails for $375 in Australia but luckily mine was a gift so I didn't feel quite the same $$ pain when I noticed little "flicky bits" floating away from the strap and keepers. Perhaps I got the lemon in the bat...
Great review Gaz
The JV is one killer strap! This is the first time I have seen the black JV strap.
Just inquired about a JV strap for my 190......
and was told by Panerai that the strap on the 45mm 10 Days GMT is actually a 27mm/24mm strap and not a 26mm/22mm strap (I guess the holes are a bit wider apart on that Radiomir case), and it is also designed for a deployant clasp on that model. I can orde...
Yes, it is indeed an expensive strap...
I would even wager that its Panerai's most expensive strap. Also there are a multitude of variations in the sizing. Having said that and best to my knowledge, the deployant for the Radiomir is 20mm at the buckle end. Irrespective, I feel that the nicest O...
Jules Verne on Jules Verne...
some pictures to share.... will try to get better pictures this weekend happy watching, ed...
inspirational strap & review
I had to revive this thread. Certainly a lovely strap and very informational thread. Thanks Gaz. I actually first saw this strap type on another forum. Upon inquiring about it I found that it was actually made by a 3rd party strapsmith. Further search lea...