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theken · 26 June 2010, 02:26 AM

Just received this 305L in a trade that involved a couple of other PAMs.
I never saw this watch before "in the flesh" and it is even nicer than I imagined.
The 47mm size feels great on my 6 3/4" wrist and it is more comfortable to wear than my SDDS.
The strap size is 26/22 so I need to find a couple of extra straps. If you have some suggestions, let me know.
The Ted Su 26/26 kevlar strap that is packed with this watch is a nice addition to the package.

sturgeon123456 · 26 June 2010, 03:34 AM

Wow, thats a very nice timepiece. May I ask, since it's titanium is it quite light?

theken · 26 June 2010, 03:54 AM

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Originally Posted by sturgeon123456

Wow, thats a very nice timepiece. May I ask, since it's titanium is it quite light?

The case, the back and the crown guard are 100% titanium so the 305 feels light in spite of the 47mm size. Even the brushed buckle is made of titanium.

B. Doggy · 26 June 2010, 04:19 AM

I do love the dial on the 305. I'd like to see one in the metal....

TattooedGQ · 26 June 2010, 04:45 AM

Last time I talked to him Greg (Mosco) is putting out his own brand of straps for PAM's called "Gonzo" Maybe you can PM him. They look pretty good.

ocwatching · 26 June 2010, 06:02 AM

Mark..great piece..congrats..
the 305 and 312 were homeruns from last year's SIHH...

congrats again!

m_reign · 26 June 2010, 06:08 AM

Congrats Mark! It looks great! Wear it in good health!

karmatp · 26 June 2010, 06:21 AM

Congrats, the 305 is one amazing watch. I am constantly amazed at how many Panerai's I love. So many other brands, including Rolex, only have a couple of models that I would actually wear. When it comes to Panerai, I love them all, they have the best designers IMHO.

mike · 26 June 2010, 08:50 AM

Nice catch buddy.

I tried the 305 on at the ADs and it is a fantastic piece. Love that strap!!

theken · 26 June 2010, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

Nice catch buddy.

I tried the 305 on at the ADs and it is a fantastic piece. Love that strap!!

Hey Mike, thanks for your comments.
This 305 is right in the same league with your 186 Arktos.
Looking forward to seeing you soon to catch up on the latest.
Cheers.

dpj17 · 26 June 2010, 10:23 AM

Hey Mark, glad you like it! The kevlar is OEM Panerai that comes in the 305 extra strap kit, look into Micah Mauser Ammo for that one.

Latrodectus · 26 June 2010, 12:51 PM

Mark, that is a good looking watch. Congratulations!

rr-nyc · 26 June 2010, 03:55 PM

Doesn't the 305 have the REG. T.M. on the crown guard? I can't see it in the pic

Nahligah · 26 June 2010, 04:53 PM

One off my favourite watches around at this moment. Nice one Mark. Enjoy it!!

theken · 26 June 2010, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by rr-nyc

Doesn't the 305 have the REG. T.M. on the crown guard? I can't see it in the pic

Yes it does, you just can not see it in the pictures that I posted earlier.
This is known as a 1950's case.

rr-nyc · 27 June 2010, 02:13 PM

I am quite familiar with the 1950's case. I was just inquiring about the crown guard since it the engraving wasn't visible

leeye · 2 July 2010, 02:25 AM

the 305 is going to be my next target! but now the new AP ROO Diver is flirting with me. kekekeke.

26 June 2010, 04:19 AM	#4
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	I do love the dial on the 305. I'd like to see one in the metal.... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

26 June 2010, 04:45 AM	#5
TattooedGQ "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Justin Location: NY, USA Watch: yo self! Posts: 2,686	Last time I talked to him Greg (Mosco) is putting out his own brand of straps for PAM's called "Gonzo" Maybe you can PM him. They look pretty good. __________________ That boy's got the Devil in him. Rolex: I think I'm up to 9?? Omega: Got a few of those too. Breitling: And some of these.

26 June 2010, 06:02 AM	#6
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Mark..great piece..congrats.. the 305 and 312 were homeruns from last year's SIHH... congrats again! __________________ too much into watches...

26 June 2010, 06:21 AM	#8
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Congrats, the 305 is one amazing watch. I am constantly amazed at how many Panerai's I love. So many other brands, including Rolex, only have a couple of models that I would actually wear. When it comes to Panerai, I love them all, they have the best designers IMHO. __________________ My grails:

26 June 2010, 10:23 AM	#11
dpj17 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: In the Middle Posts: 874	Gorgeous! Hey Mark, glad you like it! The kevlar is OEM Panerai that comes in the 305 extra strap kit, look into Micah Mauser Ammo for that one. __________________ Fortes Fortuna Adiuvat

26 June 2010, 03:34 AM	#2
sturgeon123456 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 2,551	Wow, thats a very nice timepiece. May I ask, since it's titanium is it quite light?

26 June 2010, 06:08 AM	#7
m_reign "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 860	Congrats Mark! It looks great! Wear it in good health!

26 June 2010, 08:50 AM	#9
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Nice catch buddy. I tried the 305 on at the ADs and it is a fantastic piece. Love that strap!!

26 June 2010, 12:51 PM	#12
Latrodectus 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 10,003	Mark, that is a good looking watch. Congratulations! __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

26 June 2010, 03:55 PM	#13
rr-nyc Liar & Ratbag Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: NYC / Miami Beach Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5,344	Doesn't the 305 have the REG. T.M. on the crown guard? I can't see it in the pic

26 June 2010, 04:53 PM	#14
Nahligah Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Pattaya Thailand Watch: not enough... Posts: 244	One off my favourite watches around at this moment. Nice one Mark. Enjoy it!!

27 June 2010, 02:13 PM	#16
rr-nyc Liar & Ratbag Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Renato Location: NYC / Miami Beach Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 5,344	I am quite familiar with the 1950's case. I was just inquiring about the crown guard since it the engraving wasn't visible

2 July 2010, 02:25 AM	#17
leeye "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Lee Location: Singapore Watch: Too many...... Posts: 689	the 305 is going to be my next target! but now the new AP ROO Diver is flirting with me. kekekeke.

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