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Changing strap on PAM292?
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 that the strap on the ceramic Radiomir must be changed only by an authorized dealer. Why is the ceramic Radiomir any different from the steel/gold ones, and is there any reason I should not change the strap myself?
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Changing strap on PAM292?
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 ...
I have been religiously
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...
I change mine a lot...
...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...
All Rad's are the same
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.
First of all...
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...
Thanks, GSD and screwdriver?
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 ...
I would always have my strap changed by the boutique
With a few exceptions, but in all case, having it changed by a professional is always better! Cheers Stephen
,,,,,,,I'm still trying to figure out if this is one of those 'joke threads'?
where's the hidden camera? Asi
just send it to me and i'll do it at NO Cost
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...
The strap change is extremely easy
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...
Agree with Anthony
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.
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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...