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mike · 12 November 2009, 10:26 AM

First of all I must say that as has been my experience this hobby is populated by some of the finest ladies and gentleman one could ever hope to associate themselves with in any endeavor.

My fellow TRFer Mark (theken) and I met today for lunch, talked watches, and Mark gave me the opportunity to add a piece to my collection that I thought I would only see in photos.

Mark typifies all that is special about this hobby and is a gentleman in every sense of the word. THANK YOU my friend!! I owe you a big one!!!

As some of you know PANERAI has become a brand I've become extremely fond of. The watches, the history, and especially the people who proudly call themselves Paneristi are special and how humbling it is to be associated with them in some small way.

As a goal oriented collector, I thought long about what reference would make a great addition to my 88 and 111. I wanted something special yet went back and forth as to what that might be.....No more.

As a collector and GMT fan this one couldn't be better.

May I present the newest member of my humble collection.

The reference 186 Arktos.

Made for the explorer/adventurer Mike Horn, the 186 came about after the first leg of Mr. Horn's arctic expedition. Mike started with the reference 92 Arktos and asked for the addition of the GMT hand during the trip.

While not considered an SE version, the 186 numbered 500 pieces during the 2005 H series run making one of the more rare pieces in the Panerai line up.

Possessed of anti-magnetic qualities and a soft iron protection of the movement, the 186 sports a special bezel with the cardninal points- N E S W in white gold.

The case back bears Mike's signature as well as a depiction of his adventure,

Needless to say the luminosity of the 186 carries on the tradition of Panerai,

Despite the rounded caseback, the 186 sits well on the wrist and is amazingly comfortable,

For me this is a very special piece that I can't tell you how happy I am to own.

It takes it place along side the 88,

And has become the center piece of my Panerai's,

The package,

greekbum · 12 November 2009, 11:08 AM

Mike that is a stunning watch and a great addition to your collection of fine watches.

mfer · 12 November 2009, 11:19 AM

Man alive your pics are amazing Mike. Wear it proudly and in good health my man. Such a stunning looking GMT!

Joey_V · 12 November 2009, 11:22 AM

Stunning!

JF23 · 12 November 2009, 11:23 AM

Congrats on the new addition Mike, wear in the best of health.

Andad · 12 November 2009, 11:33 AM

The Arktos looks good but wow, that 88 takes some beating.

Which movement is in your Arktos, is it the Valjoux 7750-P1?

theken · 12 November 2009, 11:34 AM

Mike, thank you for your very kind words.
I am delighted to have made your acquaintance and have the opportunity to share this watch hobby with a true Rolex expert and a real gentleman .
To be able to add to your collection is very special after seeing part of your collection at the recent KT GTG.
Your pictures are awesome. They make the 186 look fantastic.
I hope the Arktos will be a part of some special times in your life. ENJOY!!!

mike · 12 November 2009, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by directioneng

The Arktos looks good but wow, that 88 takes some beating.

Which movement is in your Arktos, is it the Valjoux 7750-P1?

It is Eddie. Panerai referes to it as the OPVIII

mike · 12 November 2009, 12:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by theken

Mike, thank you for your very kind words.
I am delighted to have made your acquaintance and have the opportunity to share this watch hobby with a true Rolex expert and a real gentleman .
To be able to add to your collection is very special after seeing part of your collection at the recent KT GTG.
Your pictures are awesome. They make the 186 look fantastic.
I hope the Arktos will be a part of some special times in your life. ENJOY!!!

Thank you my friend. The honor is mine.

B. Doggy · 12 November 2009, 12:28 PM

Like Campbell's Soup, it's mmmm...mmmmm good!!

iberjan · 12 November 2009, 12:32 PM

Very cool. Congrats!

buz-lh · 12 November 2009, 01:58 PM

Fantastic additon Mike, big congrats on that beautiful and special watch.

bodybump · 12 November 2009, 02:10 PM

Ohhhlaaaallaaa Mike!!!! Impressive!!!!

ersnyder · 12 November 2009, 02:15 PM

Mike I couldn't agree with you more re the quality of the people on this forum! I've had a couple of exchanges with Mark and, although we haven't met face to face yet, I am looking forward to that time.

Great photos and cool narrative. Wear your new Panerai in good health!

RedBaronF2001 · 12 November 2009, 02:19 PM

Awesome

TswaneNguni · 12 November 2009, 03:23 PM

Mike,huge congrats on the Arktos !! Nice to see your Panerai collection growing.Quite a handsome threesome you have now..

The 111 is one of my personal favourites.

Panerai is special ...and the spirit of the people that call themselves "Paneristi", even more so !!

Trurolexer · 12 November 2009, 03:44 PM

Two Thumbs Up collection Sir!!!

hflee55 · 12 November 2009, 09:33 PM

Congrats! The Arktos looks stunning!

jcatral14 · 12 November 2009, 11:29 PM

Superb addition Mike. Congrats!

Dan Pierce · 12 November 2009, 11:39 PM

Absolutely stunning, Mike.

Very cool reference.

It was great to meet both you & Mark at the vintage Rolex GTG.

The transaction between you both are exactly what these GTGs are all about. Always nice to deal with someone you've already met and have established a relationship with.
Sounds like a win/ win for all.

Only problem is I didn't get to see Mike's Pam 88.

Oh well, we'll save that for the next GTG.

dP

Rockrolex · 12 November 2009, 11:44 PM

Beautiful, Mike. I'm not a great Panerei fan, but the two GMTs are stunning watches. If I were to go over to the PAM side, the 88 is one of the few I would consider.

Enjoy them all.

dalip · 12 November 2009, 11:47 PM

great thread...just a beautiful watch...congratulations..very inspiring

GBJIV · 22 November 2009, 02:08 PM

Wow, what a special reference. Major Congrats Mike!

xbox · 22 November 2009, 05:20 PM

Wowzers!!!!!!!!

Duc-904 · 22 November 2009, 05:36 PM

Stunning! Congrats!!

Zed · 22 November 2009, 10:11 PM

CONGRATS Mike..... a superb watch... my abosolute pride and joy... she says hi to her sister..

karmatp · 23 November 2009, 12:35 AM

Great post Mike and a huge congrats to you, enjoy.

mike · 23 November 2009, 01:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zed

CONGRATS Mike..... a superb watch... my abosolute pride and joy... she says hi to her sister..

Wonderful combo Zed.

Only 498 to go.

ocwatching · 23 November 2009, 03:16 AM

Congrats and its the people that makes this place special...
NICE Pam collection

Carlo Miguel · 25 November 2009, 12:40 PM

sweet collection...

i smell a radiomir on your next collection....

12 November 2009, 10:26 AM	#1
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	A new addition First of all I must say that as has been my experience this hobby is populated by some of the finest ladies and gentleman one could ever hope to associate themselves with in any endeavor. My fellow TRFer Mark (theken) and I met today for lunch, talked watches, and Mark gave me the opportunity to add a piece to my collection that I thought I would only see in photos. Mark typifies all that is special about this hobby and is a gentleman in every sense of the word. THANK YOU my friend!! I owe you a big one!!! As some of you know PANERAI has become a brand I've become extremely fond of. The watches, the history, and especially the people who proudly call themselves Paneristi are special and how humbling it is to be associated with them in some small way. As a goal oriented collector, I thought long about what reference would make a great addition to my 88 and 111. I wanted something special yet went back and forth as to what that might be.....No more. As a collector and GMT fan this one couldn't be better. May I present the newest member of my humble collection. The reference 186 Arktos. Made for the explorer/adventurer Mike Horn, the 186 came about after the first leg of Mr. Horn's arctic expedition. Mike started with the reference 92 Arktos and asked for the addition of the GMT hand during the trip. While not considered an SE version, the 186 numbered 500 pieces during the 2005 H series run making one of the more rare pieces in the Panerai line up. Possessed of anti-magnetic qualities and a soft iron protection of the movement, the 186 sports a special bezel with the cardninal points- N E S W in white gold. The case back bears Mike's signature as well as a depiction of his adventure, Needless to say the luminosity of the 186 carries on the tradition of Panerai, Despite the rounded caseback, the 186 sits well on the wrist and is amazingly comfortable, For me this is a very special piece that I can't tell you how happy I am to own. It takes it place along side the 88, And has become the center piece of my Panerai's, The package,

12 November 2009, 11:08 AM	#2
greekbum "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Nikos Location: Florida Watch: Rolex GMT 16750 Posts: 8,415	Mike that is a stunning watch and a great addition to your collection of fine watches. __________________ Follow Me On Instagram @nickgogas Original Owner ROLEX 16750 GMT Daily Wearer For Over 13,000 Days And Counting

12 November 2009, 11:19 AM	#3
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	Man alive your pics are amazing Mike. Wear it proudly and in good health my man. Such a stunning looking GMT! __________________ member#3242

12 November 2009, 11:22 AM	#4
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	Stunning! __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

12 November 2009, 11:33 AM	#6
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,887	The Arktos looks good but wow, that 88 takes some beating. Which movement is in your Arktos, is it the Valjoux 7750-P1? __________________ E

12 November 2009, 11:23 AM	#5
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,899	Congrats on the new addition Mike, wear in the best of health.

12 November 2009, 11:34 AM	#7
theken "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 3,417	Mike, thank you for your very kind words. I am delighted to have made your acquaintance and have the opportunity to share this watch hobby with a true Rolex expert and a real gentleman . To be able to add to your collection is very special after seeing part of your collection at the recent KT GTG. Your pictures are awesome. They make the 186 look fantastic. I hope the Arktos will be a part of some special times in your life. ENJOY!!!

12 November 2009, 12:28 PM	#10
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Like Campbell's Soup, it's mmmm...mmmmm good!! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

12 November 2009, 12:32 PM	#11
iberjan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New York City Watch: Rolex green sub Posts: 25	Very cool. Congrats!

12 November 2009, 01:58 PM	#12
buz-lh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Buz Location: Atlanta Watch: Rolex Tudor Pam Posts: 5,108	Fantastic additon Mike, big congrats on that beautiful and special watch. __________________ Buz The faster you move, the slower time passes, the longer you live. Peter Diamandis

12 November 2009, 02:10 PM	#13
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 DATEJUST41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,225	Ohhhlaaaallaaa Mike!!!! Impressive!!!! __________________

12 November 2009, 02:15 PM	#14
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Mike I couldn't agree with you more re the quality of the people on this forum! I've had a couple of exchanges with Mark and, although we haven't met face to face yet, I am looking forward to that time. Great photos and cool narrative. Wear your new Panerai in good health!

12 November 2009, 02:19 PM	#15
RedBaronF2001 Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 575	Awesome

12 November 2009, 03:23 PM	#16
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,608	Mike,huge congrats on the Arktos !! Nice to see your Panerai collection growing.Quite a handsome threesome you have now.. The 111 is one of my personal favourites. Panerai is special ...and the spirit of the people that call themselves "Paneristi", even more so !!

12 November 2009, 03:44 PM	#17
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Two Thumbs Up collection Sir!!!

12 November 2009, 09:33 PM	#18
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	Congrats! The Arktos looks stunning!

12 November 2009, 11:29 PM	#19
jcatral14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Jay Location: NJ Watch: aholic Posts: 722	Superb addition Mike. Congrats! __________________ -Jay

12 November 2009, 11:39 PM	#20
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 35,808	Absolutely stunning, Mike. Very cool reference. It was great to meet both you & Mark at the vintage Rolex GTG. The transaction between you both are exactly what these GTGs are all about. Always nice to deal with someone you've already met and have established a relationship with. Sounds like a win/ win for all. Only problem is I didn't get to see Mike's Pam 88. Oh well, we'll save that for the next GTG. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

12 November 2009, 11:44 PM	#21
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,537	Beautiful, Mike. I'm not a great Panerei fan, but the two GMTs are stunning watches. If I were to go over to the PAM side, the 88 is one of the few I would consider. Enjoy them all. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

12 November 2009, 11:47 PM	#22
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	great thread...just a beautiful watch...congratulations..very inspiring __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

22 November 2009, 02:08 PM	#23
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Wow, what a special reference. Major Congrats Mike! __________________ Jackson

22 November 2009, 05:20 PM	#24
xbox "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Beach in the Med Watch: Hunting ... Posts: 1,148	Wowzers!!!!!!!!

22 November 2009, 05:36 PM	#25
Duc-904 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Jesse Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 1,001	Stunning! Congrats!!

22 November 2009, 10:11 PM	#26
Zed Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Watch: Panerai 186 & 233 Posts: 489	CONGRATULATIONS.. WELL DONE... My ARKTOS GMT Says HI... CONGRATS Mike..... a superb watch... my abosolute pride and joy... she says hi to her sister..

23 November 2009, 12:35 AM	#27
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Great post Mike and a huge congrats to you, enjoy. __________________ My grails:

23 November 2009, 03:16 AM	#29
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	Congrats and its the people that makes this place special... NICE Pam collection __________________ too much into watches...

25 November 2009, 12:40 PM	#30
Carlo Miguel Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlo Location: Philippines Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 444	sweet collection... i smell a radiomir on your next collection....

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