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Old 20 January 2020, 02:17 AM   #1
scottwmitch
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PAM 683 and/or 973 Owners

Good morning. I just tried on the 973 submersible (with the steel bezel) yesterday and I was blown away. The AD was able to show me the 47mm version with the ceramic bezel so I could see them side by side. I honestly am torn. I like the look of both versions but I do like the durability upside of the ceramic bezel. Can current owners of either model chime in on their opinions? Much appreciated!

Also, what kinds of AD discounts should I be pursuing on these models?
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Old 25 January 2020, 05:56 AM   #2
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I have the 683 and absolutely love it. It’s the first Pam I’ve bought. I’d challenge the durability of the ceramic bezel as have picked up a scratch beside the 6 hour marker.
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Old 25 January 2020, 10:49 PM   #3
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I have the 683 and absolutely love it. It’s the first Pam I’ve bought. I’d challenge the durability of the ceramic bezel as have picked up a scratch beside the 6 hour marker.
I just ordered the 683 (should arrive in 2-3 weeks). I'm really excited. Sorry to hear about the scratch on the bezel....shouldn't happen!
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Old 26 January 2020, 06:28 AM   #4
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I just ordered the 683 (should arrive in 2-3 weeks). I'm really excited. Sorry to hear about the scratch on the bezel....shouldn't happen!
congratulations! waiting for the photos.
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Old 26 January 2020, 09:41 AM   #5
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congratulations! waiting for the photos.
Thanks! Me too. Will take 2-3 weeks to arrive. I’ll post when I get it
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Old 20 February 2020, 06:37 AM   #6
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I have the 683 and absolutely love it. It’s the first Pam I’ve bought. I’d challenge the durability of the ceramic bezel as have picked up a scratch beside the 6 hour marker.


Having amassed 10 weak posts I can upload images here’s the six hour scratch. Any thoughts on how I’d fix or is it a straight bezel replacement or accept the misfortune?
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