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Altair · 2 May 2008, 08:57 AM

Looking forward to those pics Admin!!

Anyway got to the Ad today and told him that I was rather disapointed with the fact that I would have to wait another three weeks for my 98 :( He promised me that I would get the very first 98 and Deepsea (also my Rolex AD). He said he would make the wait worth it. The Panerai bag he gave me obviousely had a few extra surprises in there, so lets see what we have here:

Content of the bag: Panerai box :D two small Rolex boxs (????) another small bag and a couple Panerai books. Awesome!!!!

Rolex marked boxs have, as expected, Rolex promotional material. A very well made wallet and key holder. Impecabbly made but rather gauche what with the ROLEXROLEXROLEX design. Still cool freebies.

Hey look at that!!!! I had commented earlier on how cool the simple and elegant Panerai stands, and he throws one in

Really cool books, tons of info. Awesome!!!

Now for the main event

here she is :love:

Wow, these pics do not do it justice. Just wow.

And he threw in a very nice OEM Panerai brown strap!!!!!!

Awesome watch!!!!

Lets see how that brown strap looks on the watch.

The brown strap actually works, transforms the look of the watch completely.

The fit and finish is superb, the design elegant yet sporty and fresh. Just fantastic. The leather bands seem of really good quality and will age well, although I was hoping for something along the lines of AP leather bands, or at least Breitling straps (Breitlings happen to have the very best bracelets/straps in their price range NO competition) they are still very very good indeed.

All in all a great first Panerai experience. I am definitely not going to stop with the 90 and 98. A Monopulsante is definitely in my future.

Scarface · 2 May 2008, 09:01 AM

It is my 2nd loved brand after Rolex.
Enjoy this great watch

Clarence · 2 May 2008, 10:12 AM

A real beautiful watch! Enjoy....

highroller · 2 May 2008, 10:18 AM

Hook a brotha up with that wallet

Thani · 2 May 2008, 10:18 AM

great watch and great pics altair,,

congrats on ur newest purchase enjoy that son of a gun!!

hienpham04 · 2 May 2008, 11:32 AM

Congrats! I'll get a PAM, soon.

HKperf · 2 May 2008, 11:38 AM

Man thats a sweet piece of art~!!

Launch Mini · 2 May 2008, 12:02 PM

I really like the 90.
Sweet pickup, enjoy.
IMO the brown croc is great. It will darken a bit with age & be even more killer.

Mr. Clean · 2 May 2008, 12:12 PM

Altair, congrats! It truly is a beautiful timepiece!

Solo118 · 2 May 2008, 01:08 PM

Awesome, I cant believe you got so many goodies! Enjoy the watch

walds11 · 2 May 2008, 07:25 PM

Looks great. I really like the 90. The power reserve function is cool.

etp095 · 2 May 2008, 10:37 PM

that's a beautiful watch you have there,a big congrats.

MikeyDe · 2 May 2008, 11:46 PM

Sweet watch. The 90 has made my list of possibles. I just had a 161 delivered to my house and a 279 is on its way. I get home from overseas this weekend. Cant wait.

oneillba · 3 May 2008, 12:12 AM

Your AD knows how to treat good customers. Thanks for your pictures. I felt like I was right there with you. Enjoy in the best of health.

Teofilo · 3 May 2008, 05:25 AM

Really stunning pictures. I love that watch, particularly on the black strap.
Congratulations on a great purchase !

JJ Irani · 3 May 2008, 06:07 AM

Congrats on a very fine acquisition.

Gotta love that Rolex wallet!

bimmer · 3 May 2008, 08:33 AM

Nice PAM. Now is the time to start shopping for aftermarket straps!

Lol-x · 3 May 2008, 12:06 PM

That's a very nice watch, I really like the power reserve feature. It looks like your AD really took care you you

A few more aftermarket straps will add to your enjoyment.

donutdanny · 5 May 2008, 12:52 AM

Congratulations!

Altair · 5 May 2008, 01:28 AM

Thanks guys, can't tell you how much I am loving this watch

sub2004 · 5 May 2008, 03:32 PM

Now that is very cool!

Congratulations!

Man i need to get a job in Riyadh! :)

SPACE-DWELLER · 5 May 2008, 11:24 PM

Absolutely stunning PAM!

I have always been hesitating to buy a PAM with date AND cyclops since (imho) the cyclops type that Panerai uses seems to distort the date??

Could you - and owner owners - confirm or deny this?

What I really love about the PAM 90 are the PR indicator and the fact that it has minute markers between the five markers. I hate having to "guess" what time it is exactly. And with the minimalistic dial design of most PAM's, you do indeed have to guess whether it's 12 or 13 minutes past, etc.

Altair · 6 May 2008, 12:36 AM

I had the same concerns but they were all banished once I actually saw the watch. The PAM 90 was the perfect introduction to Panerai for me, I NEED a date, I like cyclops and theirs is very well done, and I need minute markers.

The cyclops does not distort teh date in any way I can find. Although in certine rare over heard lighting there is a tiny white dot that forms in the bottom of the cyclops. But not really a bother.

Buy with confidence, if you can find a PAM90 jump on it. I was on a waiting list for over three months, but it was worth it

Now if only my 98 would get here

SPACE-DWELLER · 6 May 2008, 01:57 AM

Thanks for the reply!

Please keep us updated on the timing results of the PAM.

bigmikebee · 7 May 2008, 11:13 AM

Lucky you.... congrats!

2 May 2008, 08:57 AM	#1
Altair "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: KSA Watch: Patek 5270 Posts: 210	THE EAGLE HAS LANDED. Pam 90 is here (tons of pics) Looking forward to those pics Admin!! Anyway got to the Ad today and told him that I was rather disapointed with the fact that I would have to wait another three weeks for my 98 :( He promised me that I would get the very first 98 and Deepsea (also my Rolex AD). He said he would make the wait worth it. The Panerai bag he gave me obviousely had a few extra surprises in there, so lets see what we have here: Content of the bag: Panerai box :D two small Rolex boxs (????) another small bag and a couple Panerai books. Awesome!!!! Rolex marked boxs have, as expected, Rolex promotional material. A very well made wallet and key holder. Impecabbly made but rather gauche what with the ROLEXROLEXROLEX design. Still cool freebies. Hey look at that!!!! I had commented earlier on how cool the simple and elegant Panerai stands, and he throws one in Really cool books, tons of info. Awesome!!! Now for the main event here she is :love: Wow, these pics do not do it justice. Just wow. And he threw in a very nice OEM Panerai brown strap!!!!!! Awesome watch!!!! Lets see how that brown strap looks on the watch. The brown strap actually works, transforms the look of the watch completely. The fit and finish is superb, the design elegant yet sporty and fresh. Just fantastic. The leather bands seem of really good quality and will age well, although I was hoping for something along the lines of AP leather bands, or at least Breitling straps (Breitlings happen to have the very best bracelets/straps in their price range NO competition) they are still very very good indeed. All in all a great first Panerai experience. I am definitely not going to stop with the 90 and 98. A Monopulsante is definitely in my future.

2 May 2008, 09:01 AM	#2
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	It is my 2nd loved brand after Rolex. Enjoy this great watch __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

2 May 2008, 12:02 PM	#8
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	I really like the 90. Sweet pickup, enjoy. IMO the brown croc is great. It will darken a bit with age & be even more killer. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

2 May 2008, 07:25 PM	#11
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,660	Looks great. I really like the 90. The power reserve function is cool. __________________ Adam

2 May 2008, 10:37 PM	#12
etp095 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: rudolph Location: chicago burbs Posts: 2,026	that's a beautiful watch you have there,a big congrats. __________________ tt date circa 69' 5513 circa 81' ss sub w/date (z) pepsi gmt for dad(D) polar expy II(z) 1675 gmt circa 68' ladies datejust on jubilee for mom (z) sea dweller16600(M) SS Sub-C(g) Omega Planet Ocean,45.5 on mesh(2500D)

2 May 2008, 10:12 AM	#3
Clarence "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Ed Location: Jamestown, NY Posts: 273	A real beautiful watch! Enjoy....

2 May 2008, 10:18 AM	#4
highroller Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Bobby Location: Manassas Virginia Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 305	Hook a brotha up with that wallet

2 May 2008, 10:18 AM	#5
Thani Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Thani Location: Dubai UAE Watch: Milgauss 116400 GV Posts: 2,082	great watch and great pics altair,, congrats on ur newest purchase enjoy that son of a gun!!

2 May 2008, 11:32 AM	#6
hienpham04 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Hien Q Pham Location: Orlando, FL Watch: Rolex President Posts: 595	Congrats! I'll get a PAM, soon.

2 May 2008, 11:38 AM	#7
HKperf "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 16710 M Coke Posts: 367	Man thats a sweet piece of art~!!

2 May 2008, 12:12 PM	#9
Mr. Clean "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Elmer Location: Philippines Watch: 116523,16622,PM111 Posts: 119	Altair, congrats! It truly is a beautiful timepiece!

2 May 2008, 01:08 PM	#10
Solo118 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 6,091	Awesome, I cant believe you got so many goodies! Enjoy the watch

2 May 2008, 11:46 PM	#13
MikeyDe Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mesopotamia Posts: 30	Sweet watch. The 90 has made my list of possibles. I just had a 161 delivered to my house and a 279 is on its way. I get home from overseas this weekend. Cant wait.

3 May 2008, 12:12 AM	#14
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	Your AD knows how to treat good customers. Thanks for your pictures. I felt like I was right there with you. Enjoy in the best of health. __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

3 May 2008, 05:25 AM	#15
Teofilo Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: East Anglia Watch: 14060M,16710 PEPSI Posts: 923	Really stunning pictures. I love that watch, particularly on the black strap. Congratulations on a great purchase !

3 May 2008, 06:07 AM	#16
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Congrats on a very fine acquisition. Gotta love that Rolex wallet! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

3 May 2008, 08:33 AM	#17
bimmer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: HK Posts: 77	Nice PAM. Now is the time to start shopping for aftermarket straps!

3 May 2008, 12:06 PM	#18
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,587	That's a very nice watch, I really like the power reserve feature. It looks like your AD really took care you you A few more aftermarket straps will add to your enjoyment. __________________ *Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.* ~Abraham Lincoln Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride. ~John F. Kennedy ROLEXploitation - yeah I'm a victim

5 May 2008, 12:52 AM	#19
donutdanny "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Danny Location: Houston Watch: TT Sub/Slate Serti Posts: 159	Congratulations!

5 May 2008, 01:28 AM	#20
Altair "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: KSA Watch: Patek 5270 Posts: 210	Thanks guys, can't tell you how much I am loving this watch

5 May 2008, 03:32 PM	#21
sub2004 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: South Pacific Watch: SS Daytona Posts: 643	Now that is very cool! Congratulations! Man i need to get a job in Riyadh! :)

5 May 2008, 11:24 PM	#22
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Absolutely stunning PAM! I have always been hesitating to buy a PAM with date AND cyclops since (imho) the cyclops type that Panerai uses seems to distort the date?? Could you - and owner owners - confirm or deny this? What I really love about the PAM 90 are the PR indicator and the fact that it has minute markers between the five markers. I hate having to "guess" what time it is exactly. And with the minimalistic dial design of most PAM's, you do indeed have to guess whether it's 12 or 13 minutes past, etc. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

6 May 2008, 12:36 AM	#23
Altair "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: KSA Watch: Patek 5270 Posts: 210	I had the same concerns but they were all banished once I actually saw the watch. The PAM 90 was the perfect introduction to Panerai for me, I NEED a date, I like cyclops and theirs is very well done, and I need minute markers. The cyclops does not distort teh date in any way I can find. Although in certine rare over heard lighting there is a tiny white dot that forms in the bottom of the cyclops. But not really a bother. Buy with confidence, if you can find a PAM90 jump on it. I was on a waiting list for over three months, but it was worth it Now if only my 98 would get here

6 May 2008, 01:57 AM	#24
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Thanks for the reply! Please keep us updated on the timing results of the PAM. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

7 May 2008, 11:13 AM	#25
bigmikebee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Posts: 359	Lucky you.... congrats!

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