Help re: PAM 88

Mar 01, 2009,11:42 AM
 

I'm about ready to purchase this from a local store that has all the boxes, papers, warranty card, etc. Everything seems and looks to be perfect including the price however I was wondering if I can get a 2nd opinion as they even allowed me to take photos of this piece up close. The only concerning issue is the Series engraving on the back as it's not consistent with the BB # or OP # engraving but everything matches the outer paper box and sticker that it comes in as I verified and asked this question as well. It's an F series watch so if anyone has opinions/feedback, I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance!










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Is this PAM88 real?

 
 By: AnthonyTsai : March 1st, 2009-20:05
I don't think I've ever seen "OCEAN CHRONOMETER" on a Panerai caseback before. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong. - Anthony...  

that's because you never had GMTs before?

 
 By: Asimut : March 1st, 2009-21:45
I think they stopped engraving that on "J" series, but perhaps as soon as "I". Cheers, Asi

Looks legit

 
 By: aproster : March 1st, 2009-20:29
I had an F series PAM 89 GMT that was marked "Ocean Chronometer", I believe the 88 has the same markings. The remainder of the markings look good as well, and 2200 88's were made in the F series

K thanks for the info

 
 By: AnthonyTsai : March 1st, 2009-20:53

Thanks Aproster!

 
 By: tliu102 : March 1st, 2009-22:48
I appreciate the feedback as I'm glad I'm getting feedback from someone who has a F Series PAM 88. I hope I will enjoy it as much as you are enjoying yours.

Missing my GMT

 
 By: aproster : March 2nd, 2009-15:06

looks fine

 
 By: nacho m : March 1st, 2009-23:21
OCEAN CHRONOMETRE was engraved until certain series. Mine (J SERIES) is different but If seen other older than mine with this. I don´t know whay you don´t see consistent the OP/BB numbers...I think its as usual. Take it to an AD, if you are not sure...or ... 

Thanks Nacho!

 
 By: tliu102 : March 1st, 2009-23:25
Thanks Nacho for the feedback as that's why I'm posting because I believe this would be the best source. The OP and BB #'s are fine as I know those are legit as it matches the outer sticker on the box and the warranty card but it's the engraving of the F ... 

Can´t help with that...but..

 
 By: nacho m : March 1st, 2009-23:32
...ALWAYS heard a good advice from other forums: BUY THE SELLER. If you are not sure...run. I wish you a good luck! 88 its awesome watch!

You are spot on...

 
 By: tommytrojan102 : March 2nd, 2009-13:41