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Felly Jr. · 17 May 2008, 09:08 PM

I met up with HKperf (John) today for lunch and a little GTG in Seattle to do some watch shopping and he took me to his hot spot for Panerai's. I've never tried on any before so it was a real treat and a huge eye opener for me to find that I like like the Pannies as much or more than Rolex! This is gonna put a huge dent in my wallet now, much more so than ever before now that I seem to be instantly addicted to these awesome horological wonderments.

Well enough of the mumbo jumbo, on to my first love in the world of all that is Pam..........The 2007 Special Edition Luminor 1950 Regatta Rattrapante 286.

This was literally love at first sight for me! I tried on every other Panerai in the case but this was the one that instantly sung, smiled, jumped cartwheels, got up in my face and slapped me around a bit and rocked my world folks!! I new I had to have it and was ready to slap the 13.7K plus tax down on the table and walk out with it right then and there but John took control and pulled me out of there for some fresh air, a Tully's coffee and a huge dose of common sense.

What I mostly mean is he was thinking discount while I wasn't really thinking to well at all. So we went back in the shop and John, being the previous customer and all, whittled the guy down to 12K and some change. Got the guy to agree to ship it out of State to avoid the $1,200 in sales tax and ship it free no less!

So next week I should be sportin' me self my first Panerai ever..........And definitely not my last...........Thanks to the 270 I happened to gaze upon online...............Oh the madness.............!!!

John and I had a great time and it wouldn't have been possible if I hadn't found this wonderful place we call TRF!!

bimmer · 18 May 2008, 02:28 AM

Felly, congrats on your new PAM. Remember to post pics when it arrives.

Felly Jr. · 18 May 2008, 04:36 AM

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Originally Posted by bimmer

Felly, congrats on your new PAM. Remember to post pics when it arrives.

Thanks Bimmer! I should have the 286 on Tuesday and then I'll definitely post some pic's. I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO STOKED!!

Robb · 18 May 2008, 04:40 AM

Congrats Felly!!!! Cant wait to see the pics!

Felly Jr. · 18 May 2008, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Robb

Congrats Felly!!!! Cant wait to see the pics!

Here's a pic I stole from a website :

I think she sure is a beauty!

Got the 270 10 day on my radar next!!

bimmer · 18 May 2008, 05:55 AM

The CF strap looks awesome. I have an aftermarket CF strap and it goes very well with my 104.

Felly Jr. · 18 May 2008, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by bimmer

The CF strap looks awesome. I have an aftermarket CF strap and it goes very well with my 104.

It comes with a rubber strap as well which is very comfy!

And eventually I want to find a strap like this one which I think looks the best:

mailman · 18 May 2008, 07:51 AM

That's a sweet watch Fel dog

unclesallie · 18 May 2008, 09:43 AM

it IS a sweet watch...the 'sticker' price is well, ............

pricey, to say the least.
best,
dan

Felly Jr. · 18 May 2008, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by unclesallie

it IS a sweet watch...the 'sticker' price is well, ............ pricey, to say the least.
best,
dan

But IMO.........OHHHHHHH so worth it!!

Trurolexer · 15 December 2008, 04:33 PM

WOW!!! What A Watch!!!

mike · 15 December 2008, 06:52 PM

Welcome to the darkside!!

The 286 is just awesome.

There really is something about PAMs that hit just the right chord.

Big congrats buddy and wonderful score.

17 May 2008, 09:08 PM	#1
Felly Jr. "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Felly Location: Washington State Watch: SS Daytona/GV Posts: 2,998	Fell In Love With The Pam 286 I met up with HKperf (John) today for lunch and a little GTG in Seattle to do some watch shopping and he took me to his hot spot for Panerai's. I've never tried on any before so it was a real treat and a huge eye opener for me to find that I like like the Pannies as much or more than Rolex! This is gonna put a huge dent in my wallet now, much more so than ever before now that I seem to be instantly addicted to these awesome horological wonderments. Well enough of the mumbo jumbo, on to my first love in the world of all that is Pam..........The 2007 Special Edition Luminor 1950 Regatta Rattrapante 286. This was literally love at first sight for me! I tried on every other Panerai in the case but this was the one that instantly sung, smiled, jumped cartwheels, got up in my face and slapped me around a bit and rocked my world folks!! I new I had to have it and was ready to slap the 13.7K plus tax down on the table and walk out with it right then and there but John took control and pulled me out of there for some fresh air, a Tully's coffee and a huge dose of common sense. What I mostly mean is he was thinking discount while I wasn't really thinking to well at all. So we went back in the shop and John, being the previous customer and all, whittled the guy down to 12K and some change. Got the guy to agree to ship it out of State to avoid the $1,200 in sales tax and ship it free no less! So next week I should be sportin' me self my first Panerai ever..........And definitely not my last...........Thanks to the 270 I happened to gaze upon online...............Oh the madness.............!!! John and I had a great time and it wouldn't have been possible if I hadn't found this wonderful place we call TRF!!

18 May 2008, 07:51 AM	#8
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,363	That's a sweet watch Fel dog __________________ JJ

18 May 2008, 02:28 AM	#2
bimmer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: HK Posts: 77	Felly, congrats on your new PAM. Remember to post pics when it arrives.

18 May 2008, 04:40 AM	#4
Robb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,931	Congrats Felly!!!! Cant wait to see the pics!

18 May 2008, 05:55 AM	#6
bimmer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: HK Posts: 77	The CF strap looks awesome. I have an aftermarket CF strap and it goes very well with my 104.

18 May 2008, 09:43 AM	#9
unclesallie 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: dan Location: Pennsylvania Watch: keystone pocket Posts: 5,915	it IS a sweet watch...the 'sticker' price is well, ............ pricey, to say the least. best, dan

15 December 2008, 04:33 PM	#11
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	WOW!!! What A Watch!!!

15 December 2008, 06:52 PM	#12
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Welcome to the darkside!! The 286 is just awesome. There really is something about PAMs that hit just the right chord. Big congrats buddy and wonderful score.

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