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IanD · 4 June 2012, 11:14 PM

I'm thinking about getting a 000 and getting it either PVD/ DLC coated. Is this something anyone has done or has had any good or bad experiences of?

I'd be keen to hear peoples thoughts on this. Good idea or disrespectful to a perfectly simple and classic watch?
Thanks in advance.

Ian

Cru Jones · 4 June 2012, 11:19 PM

just a quick note on PVD/DLC....PVD is a process (Physical Vapor Deposition) whereas DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) is a type of PVD material. if one were to PVD a watch, using DLC is a good way to go, as it more durable than other PVD materials.

as far as it being "disrespectful", it's your watch, so, go with what makes you happy. if it's done well, a DLC 000 can look great.

did a quick google and came up with this:

kilyung · 4 June 2012, 11:41 PM

I took the plunge. PVD's a durable surfacing solution. It reduces scratches and scuff marks. It also gives the watch a mean military look. FYI, it is NOT reversible.

bcacncnc · 4 June 2012, 11:44 PM

They look kickass!

IanD · 5 June 2012, 12:05 AM

They both look great!!...

Cru, Thanks for the info on the PVD/ DLC and that photo on the Tan strap. that's exactly the look I'm thinking of

LNX · 5 June 2012, 12:17 AM

How does one go about getting a watch PVD'ed?

kilyung · 5 June 2012, 02:24 AM

First you get a 000, then send it to a reputable place to get PVD. Everyone coats differently so ymmv but I went with Jack at IWW.

LNX · 5 June 2012, 02:48 AM

Thanks kilyung. What's the approximate cost of the PVD process?

IanD · 5 June 2012, 03:09 AM

I've been quoted about £300-£400.

TSW · 5 June 2012, 03:35 AM

Panerai are perhaps one of the only brands i do like PVD/DLC treated.

corelli · 5 June 2012, 03:45 AM

I DLC'd my 111 and don't regret it one bit. You have to decide whether you want a more stealth black coating or a pencil lead gray. Typically a DLC coating provider will offer one or the other. Both look good - I find the dark black looks better with gators and dressy straps while the pencil lead works great with ammos and matches coating of watches such as PAM 360. Here is a pic of my stealth black DLC provided by Jack at IWW who has a top notch reputation. The coating has been incredibly durable.

kilyung · 5 June 2012, 04:16 AM

I paid $600 two years ago.

iLLGT2 · 5 June 2012, 04:27 AM

PVD/DLC PAM's always sell... Always a market for it pending you get bored of it!

Had a 000 and 005 both PVD'd.. Were strong/durable, but I don't bang them around or beat them up!

Beauties especially with the strap options, looks good on anything you put on it.

Looking for another myself at the moment,

IanD · 5 June 2012, 05:26 AM

So... would you pvd the caseback or leave it with the original stainless finish?

IanD · 5 June 2012, 05:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iLLGT2

PVD/DLC PAM's always sell... Always a market for it pending you get bored of it!

Had a 000 and 005 both PVD'd.. Were strong/durable, but I don't bang them around or beat them up!

Beauties especially with the strap options, looks good on anything you put on it.

Looking for another myself at the moment,

I did wonder a bit about resale tbh, but having looked at it a little, there does seem to be a market for them.

iLLGT2 · 5 June 2012, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IanD

So... would you pvd the caseback or leave it with the original stainless finish?

Quote:

Originally Posted by IanD

I did wonder a bit about resale tbh, but having looked at it a little, there does seem to be a market for them.

Both of mine left the case back in stainless.. The way you see them mostly!

As for resale, you'll get what they are worth normally, minus about half for the PVD, or sometimes you'll eat the cost of PVD'ng it... But they sell and fast

nick c · 5 June 2012, 05:37 AM

good idea

MortgageGuy · 5 June 2012, 06:30 AM

I too think it looks great. I believe it will cost you between 7-800 US Dollars today

eric23 · 6 June 2012, 01:14 AM

WOW, the 000 looks great with the black coating!

IanD · 10 June 2012, 07:47 PM

what are the thoughts on a PVD finish for a 312? I have one which has been well used and therefore could do with a refinish anyway, so thought the PVD might be the way to go. Would look a little like the new 441 if you got a nice assolutamente strap.

Anyone know if you can apply a smoke finish to the inside of the glass caseback also?

maybe all this would be a step too far. I like the historic connection with the 000 PVD, but maybe the same can't be said for doing this to a 312... hmmm

kilyung · 10 June 2012, 11:15 PM

A PVD 312 would be unique but I'd make to properly cover up the quick strap release mechanism.

IanD · 10 June 2012, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kilyung

A PVD 312 would be unique but I'd make to properly cover up the quick strap release mechanism.

Never thought about that tbh, but i'd certainly like to make sure the push button is well covered.

Big Ern · 11 June 2012, 01:44 AM

Thinking about dlc coating on my PAM25. I know Jack at IWW is highly recommended, but anyone have experience with ABC Watchwerks in Los Angeles?

Thanks.

deej · 11 June 2012, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Ern

Thinking about dlc coating on my PAM25. I know Jack at IWW is highly recommended, but anyone have experience with ABC Watchwerks in Los Angeles?

Thanks.

Would love to see a pvd sub..

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kilyung · 11 June 2012, 04:56 AM

ABC has an excellent reputation

IanD · 11 June 2012, 05:09 AM

Has anyone got any experience of someone in the UK who does this work? I've got the details of one person, but would be grateful if someone had a few names of people together with any experiences of the service.

Thanks.

Big Ern · 11 June 2012, 07:50 AM

Thanks

Wristmaster · 13 June 2012, 06:13 PM

Wow.. Great infos, mean looking pams..

Conan435 · 3 July 2012, 12:45 PM

Looks awesome. And I agree that Panerai's are some of the few watches that look good like that.

jsf111 · 3 July 2012, 01:06 PM

I see no problem with DLCing a Panerai...or any watch.

I think they look awesome!

4 June 2012, 11:14 PM	#1
IanD Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 67	PVD/ DLC Coating a PAM 000 I'm thinking about getting a 000 and getting it either PVD/ DLC coated. Is this something anyone has done or has had any good or bad experiences of? I'd be keen to hear peoples thoughts on this. Good idea or disrespectful to a perfectly simple and classic watch? Thanks in advance. Ian

4 June 2012, 11:44 PM	#4
bcacncnc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Bryan Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,577	They look kickass! __________________ Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko

5 June 2012, 03:35 AM	#10
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Panerai are perhaps one of the only brands i do like PVD/DLC treated. __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

5 June 2012, 06:30 AM	#18
MortgageGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Adam Location: Orlando, Florida Watch: Me Posts: 9,935	I too think it looks great. I believe it will cost you between 7-800 US Dollars today __________________ The richest people in the world look for and build NETWORKS, Everyone else looks for work... Robert Kiyosaki

4 June 2012, 11:19 PM	#2
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,537	just a quick note on PVD/DLC....PVD is a process (Physical Vapor Deposition) whereas DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) is a type of PVD material. if one were to PVD a watch, using DLC is a good way to go, as it more durable than other PVD materials. as far as it being "disrespectful", it's your watch, so, go with what makes you happy. if it's done well, a DLC 000 can look great. did a quick google and came up with this:

4 June 2012, 11:41 PM	#3
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	I took the plunge. PVD's a durable surfacing solution. It reduces scratches and scuff marks. It also gives the watch a mean military look. FYI, it is NOT reversible.

5 June 2012, 12:05 AM	#5
IanD Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 67	They both look great!!... Cru, Thanks for the info on the PVD/ DLC and that photo on the Tan strap. that's exactly the look I'm thinking of

5 June 2012, 12:17 AM	#6
LNX Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: Panerai 177 Posts: 135	How does one go about getting a watch PVD'ed?

5 June 2012, 02:24 AM	#7
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	First you get a 000, then send it to a reputable place to get PVD. Everyone coats differently so ymmv but I went with Jack at IWW.

5 June 2012, 02:48 AM	#8
LNX Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: Panerai 177 Posts: 135	Thanks kilyung. What's the approximate cost of the PVD process?

5 June 2012, 03:09 AM	#9
IanD Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 67	I've been quoted about £300-£400.

5 June 2012, 03:45 AM	#11
corelli "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Toronto Posts: 5	I DLC'd my 111 and don't regret it one bit. You have to decide whether you want a more stealth black coating or a pencil lead gray. Typically a DLC coating provider will offer one or the other. Both look good - I find the dark black looks better with gators and dressy straps while the pencil lead works great with ammos and matches coating of watches such as PAM 360. Here is a pic of my stealth black DLC provided by Jack at IWW who has a top notch reputation. The coating has been incredibly durable.

5 June 2012, 04:16 AM	#12
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	I paid $600 two years ago.

5 June 2012, 04:27 AM	#13
iLLGT2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Martin Location: NY And FLA Watch: AP ROO Blue Scuba Posts: 2,694	PVD/DLC PAM's always sell... Always a market for it pending you get bored of it! Had a 000 and 005 both PVD'd.. Were strong/durable, but I don't bang them around or beat them up! Beauties especially with the strap options, looks good on anything you put on it. Looking for another myself at the moment,

5 June 2012, 05:26 AM	#14
IanD Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 67	So... would you pvd the caseback or leave it with the original stainless finish?

5 June 2012, 05:37 AM	#17
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	good idea

6 June 2012, 01:14 AM	#19
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	WOW, the 000 looks great with the black coating!

10 June 2012, 07:47 PM	#20
IanD Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 67	what are the thoughts on a PVD finish for a 312? I have one which has been well used and therefore could do with a refinish anyway, so thought the PVD might be the way to go. Would look a little like the new 441 if you got a nice assolutamente strap. Anyone know if you can apply a smoke finish to the inside of the glass caseback also? maybe all this would be a step too far. I like the historic connection with the 000 PVD, but maybe the same can't be said for doing this to a 312... hmmm

10 June 2012, 11:15 PM	#21
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	A PVD 312 would be unique but I'd make to properly cover up the quick strap release mechanism.

11 June 2012, 01:44 AM	#23
Big Ern "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Los Angeles Watch: 16610 Posts: 37	Thinking about dlc coating on my PAM25. I know Jack at IWW is highly recommended, but anyone have experience with ABC Watchwerks in Los Angeles? Thanks.

11 June 2012, 04:56 AM	#25
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	ABC has an excellent reputation

11 June 2012, 05:09 AM	#26
IanD Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern Ireland Posts: 67	Has anyone got any experience of someone in the UK who does this work? I've got the details of one person, but would be grateful if someone had a few names of people together with any experiences of the service. Thanks.

11 June 2012, 07:50 AM	#27
Big Ern "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Los Angeles Watch: 16610 Posts: 37	Thanks

13 June 2012, 06:13 PM	#28
Wristmaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: A.K.W Location: Indonesia Watch: Me Watching U Posts: 587	Wow.. Great infos, mean looking pams..

3 July 2012, 12:45 PM	#29
Conan435 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Neil Location: Georgia Watch: Explorer II Posts: 684	Looks awesome. And I agree that Panerai's are some of the few watches that look good like that.

3 July 2012, 01:06 PM	#30
jsf111 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Joe Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Milgaus green Posts: 26	I see no problem with DLCing a Panerai...or any watch. I think they look awesome!

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