Ordered a Panerai 0000 today... [Archive] - Rolex Forums

Roverdave

11 June 2006, 10:17 AM

I am still waiting on the 221 to come in, and after closing on a land deal this last week I called the AD in Minn. and had them send me a 0000. I like the absolute simplicity of it, especially compared to the 221. It should be here on Wed. of this coming week and I am sure I will post a few pics as the proud papa of it!

Now, what was it all of you were saying about the straps being a worse addiction than crack...

:agree: :clap:

mailman

11 June 2006, 01:19 PM

Oh boy oh boy oh boy. Can't wait to see pics of that baby :clap:

Rockrolex

11 June 2006, 02:05 PM

Congrats, Dave. Yes, do post pics when you get that baby. :cheers: :cheers:

JJ Irani

11 June 2006, 05:56 PM

Congrats, Dave....you sound pretty excited! :thumbsup: :chuckle:

dman

11 June 2006, 09:52 PM

Congrats mate!! I am a fan of most Pannies, but the BASE models are so simplistic and historically correct it is awesome!! So much so that all three of my current PAMs are BASE models, yet each is totally different. The BASE Logo will be my next addition to the family, then all my bases will be covered for sure.

Congrats and enjoy that baby with Pride and PASSION!! :thumbsup:

mamas

11 June 2006, 10:15 PM

congrats..wear it in health... now lets see some pics as i have no idea what you are talking about :) :)

Roverdave

12 June 2006, 02:06 AM

Thanks for all of the replies! I know I'm a little overboard with this, but I really do like the Pannies-they make a really nice contrast to the Rolex in the collection. I'll be sure to get a pic up as soon as it comes in.

C.J.

12 June 2006, 04:29 AM

Congrats, Dave :cheers: I can't wait for the pic's :thumbsup:

padi56

12 June 2006, 04:32 AM

Always been a fan of Pam's,a little bit more exclusive than some brands.

Roverdave

12 June 2006, 08:03 AM

Anybody have any good pics of a BASE logo to get me by until Wed.?

dman

12 June 2006, 08:45 PM

Anybody have any good pics of a BASE logo to get me by until Wed.?

No BASE logo pal, but tons of BASE pics if you desire, just say the word. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Atomic

12 June 2006, 11:01 PM

Hey, welcome to the PAM club and congrats. Base models are very nice, clean and simple! :thumbsup:

Now the strap mania will slowly creep in. :dummy:

Roverdave

13 June 2006, 02:02 AM

Now that you mention straps...

I ordered a brown strap on a deployment and it will be here probably the same time that the 221 comes in. I was also wanting a good brown leather strap-something thick and industrial looking-with a regular buckle as well. I am also trying to locate something semi-waterproof as this will be my daily wear watch and a few of the companies that I own I still like to be hands on from time to time, and they do have the potential to get you wet/dirty. I noticed what looked like a rubberized comfort strap on one of the posts on a Pannie-the quote was something like "ready for the pool". It looked like a great strap-a little nicer than the rubber one that comes with the watch.

Any heads up or websites that I should know about would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

Atomic

13 June 2006, 02:10 AM

Dave, you may want to have a look at the Molina straps as sold by Steve Toronto in the Accessories section on www.paneristi.com . I have one of his calf straps and the quality is outstanding, as are his prices. He charges US$50 for calf, and $90 for gator and they are of OEM quality.

Also have a look for Kurt-the watch boys, heard good things about them, and of course there's DON at http://www.homestead.com/rlx/DON.html... outstanding quality, prices and service. He's a nice guy, too.

I also bought a blue gator Banda off ebay that I just love. I'm sure Daren could add a few sources.

hutchman

15 June 2006, 01:54 AM

Hey Dave

My 0 definately gets more wrist time than any other. You should definately check out gabomagic straps also in the accessory section of panersti although not waterproof they wear extremely well.

Roverdave

15 June 2006, 06:39 AM

Still waiting for the BASE. I was waiting for the mailman today and all he had were envelopes! Tomorrow hopefully...

I ordered a few straps from HK TAN yesterday-I like the vintage look of some of the recycled leather that he is using. Should be fun to mix it up with this one. It is the first non-bracelet model that I have owned since the GRUEN Soviet model I had in high school.

hutchman

15 June 2006, 10:36 AM

Just be aware, its hard to go back to a 40mm

Pam 000 on a Gabomagic
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v202/hutchman/DSC00944.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v202/hutchman/DSC00943.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v202/hutchman/DSC00946.jpg

dman

15 June 2006, 01:41 PM

Hutch, these boys have steered you the perfect way, but if you need any help or leads, shoot me a PM. I have been known to buy a strap or hundred. :thumbsup:

Roverdave

16 June 2006, 06:25 AM

STILL NO BASE LOGO!!

The dealer supppsedly sent it on Mon. of this week via certified mail. I am only one state away, so I figured that it would be here by now. I have a call into the dealer to see if they can track it down on that end...

Launch Mini

16 June 2006, 06:48 AM

David, I have checked out the "waterproof" OEM straps. I prefer the rubber one that comes with the Luminor's. Unfortunately , the Bases only come with one strap. The other OEM's, are velcro based, and unless your wrist is the correct size, the straps(velcor part) never line up nice & even.
Daren has said, the OEM Rubber is an under rated strap. I agree, I use it as a regular on one of my Pams.

Roverdave

16 June 2006, 08:11 AM

Thanks Launch for the heads up-I guess the search is still on...

Hutch-thanks for the pics of the 000-they are just getting me by until the USPS gets their act together and gets me mine. That strap is absolutely fantastic! Where can I get one?

Thanks!!

hutchman

16 June 2006, 09:11 AM

Launch Mini

16 June 2006, 11:04 AM

Here a pic of the 113 on the black rubber strap
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c183/mini206/DSC01807.jpg
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c183/mini206/DSC01808.jpg

Just a couple pics of the gang hanging out, I think this is the first pic with all the Pannies together.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c183/mini206/DSC01810.jpg

colemanitis

16 June 2006, 11:24 AM

I never thought a 40mm watch would look small, but that Sub sure does.

Roverdave

16 June 2006, 11:49 AM

Great pictures!

That Sub looks just like mine-I didn't realize that there was that big of a difference side by side! I have tried on a few Pannies, but didn't have the Sub with me at the time. I'll always hang onto the Sub as it has been a lifelong dream, but I can't wait to start building my Panerai collection! Two and counting....

Roverdave

16 June 2006, 11:56 AM

Hutchman-
Thanks for the heads up on the strap! I have fired off an email and hopefully I will have one here in the near future!

Launch Mini

16 June 2006, 12:18 PM

Actually all 44mm Luminors come with two straps including the Pam 0's. It comes with a black calf and a rubber dive strap, one buckle and 1.6mm screwdriver. 40mm and 45mm luminors and radiomirs are only supplied with one strap.

email for gabomagic sent by pm.

Take care!
Your right, I got my 005 mixed up with my Radiomir. I just checked the box:thumbsup: The new Rubber straps also have built in tubes:thumbsup:

Launch Mini

16 June 2006, 12:21 PM

Here is the SUB in the middle. Think it looks a bit smaller when it's surrounded by Pannies. BTW, the rubber strap on the 113 IS THE ONE that came with my 005 Logo.
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c183/mini206/DSC01811.jpg

dman

16 June 2006, 01:51 PM

Rubber comfort strap is the most underrated of the straps they offer. :thumbsup:

Atomic

16 June 2006, 11:08 PM

Rubber comfort strap is the most underrated of the straps they offer. :thumbsup:

No question, it's a winner in looks, comfort and waterproofness. :thumbsup:

Roverdave

17 June 2006, 03:54 AM

IT'S HERE!!!

I know the Postmaster from a civic group and he knew how bummed I was when it didn't show up yesterday. Gave me a call at 6:30 AM and said that it was there and that he would let me in the back if I wanted to come and pick it up. I've been wearing it all morning and just snapped a quick picture of it with the rest of the herd. Logo is shown with my TAG Link Chrono, Omega Seamaster, the Sub, and my daily beater that I purchased new in 1993 and has been going strong ever since-a Victronox Swiss Army.

Shoot...

Trying to post the pics and it is asking for a URL. I'm not savvy in the ways of posting pics-anyone out there able to walk me through it, or can I email someone my pic?

Man, this thing is SWEET!!

The only problem is I thought it would pacify me until the 221 arrived, and all it has done is make me want it more!!

hutchman

17 June 2006, 04:22 AM

To post a pic just sign up to photobucket.com its free

Upload the picture to photobucket

click generate URL

paste it into the "Insert link" on this site.

Enjoy it, Its an incredible watch!

Rodentman

17 June 2006, 05:24 AM

Glad you got it. You know I can always buzz over to that dealer for you. They know we well. OTOH maybe that would hurt your relationship with them...

They have some IWC"s that I like but the watchmaker doesn't have them high on his list. He's partial to the Rolexes and Langes. Not much of a Patek guy either. Says the finishing is great but they don't run well. I wasn't gonna buy one right away anyhow.

dman

17 June 2006, 05:51 AM

Glad to hear it Dave, enjoy it with Pride and PASSION!!

Atomic

17 June 2006, 06:31 AM

Congrats Dave... enjoy the passion, as Daren said. It's really quite something to wear one. A month into my ownership and I still have a (more) goofy grin on my ugly mug. :thumbsup:

But look at this thing... how could you not love it?

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b224/bytownpassat/DSC_0026-1.jpg

Roverdave

17 June 2006, 08:43 AM

http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h34/Roverdave/DSCN0699.jpg

See if this works-it is a crummy picture-our good camera is with the wife at work...

Roverdave

17 June 2006, 08:45 AM

Cripes! The image is HUGE! How do I resize?

Jeez, it looks like I just dug them all out of the trash-I should have taken the time to polish them up-that is what you get for being in a hurry...

Launch Mini

17 June 2006, 08:47 AM

She's a beauty. :thumbsup:
You do the same thing as me, forget to wipe the finger prints off before snapping a picture:rofl:
How did you control yourself and actually take it off long enough for a picture?

Roverdave

17 June 2006, 08:50 AM

It was tough taking it off, but I couldn't fit all of the rest of them on my wrist at the same time-I don't know how those guys selling gen-u-ine Rolex's on the street corner do that...

It's back on to stay for awhile now-at least until the 221 shows!

hutchman

17 June 2006, 11:10 AM

Awesome Dave!

Which one is after the 221? Power reserve, Radiomir, GMT?

Enjoy it!

Roverdave

17 June 2006, 01:25 PM

It'll have to be the Power Reserve-I like the style of it. It'll be a while though-the wife is still getting over the fact that I have spent close to $10,000.00 on two watches, and she hasn't even seen the Omega Seamaster automatic that I brought home tonight.

I hate a good deal...