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dman · 27 September 2006, 05:49 AM

...went away this past weekend to Vegas, but being the watch dork that I am, I flew to LA Saturday to GTG with a bunch of Paneristi for lunch, some time in the Boutique and more watch browsing around Rodeo drive. All I bought was a watch strap for Andie so she can wear one of the Pannies. She has been wearing one of the 3 since Saturday night. I am now on the hunt for a 40mm one for her for Christmas.

Here is a photo journal of my trip:

My newest, 118 with tobacco dial.

Some of the watches there

A true holy grail, PAM 203 with Angelus 8 day movement, limited to 150 pieces.

PAM 21, PLT with original Rolex movement inside. Same owner as the 203, HOLY COIN BATMAN!!!

Some Rolex love, this watch looks so good on the wrist!!

Table shot..

Chad, the boutique manager donated this OEM 6 watch box as a giveaway. Retail price, 1000 euros. I picked the winner, it wasn't me.

Flying home

C.J. · 27 September 2006, 05:54 AM

Looks like a great time was had, bro

27 September 2006, 05:55 AM

Very nice Daren! You have been Mr. Panerai lately with all the GTG and boutique viewings.

dman · 27 September 2006, 06:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Very nice Daren! You have been Mr. Panerai lately with all the GTG and boutique viewings.

Just happy to be involved. Some really great guys that have a PASSION for the same watches that I like.

dman · 27 September 2006, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Looks like a great time was had, bro

Thanks bro, it was fun!! I just set myself back about 4 months on my next watch purchase though.

If anyone is in Vegas, keep your eye out for a cash roll, mine seemed to get lost out there somewhere.

27 September 2006, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

Just happy to be involved. Some really great guys that have a PASSION for the same watches that I like.

I wanna be you when I grow up.

C.J. · 27 September 2006, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

Thanks bro, it was fun!! I just set myself back about 4 months on my next watch purchase though.

If anyone is in Vegas, keep your eye out for a cash roll, mine seemed to get lost out there somewhere.

Bunny Ranch?

dman · 27 September 2006, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Bunny Ranch?

At least then I would have some warts or something to show for my effort, but I got nuthin.

dman · 27 September 2006, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

I wanna be you when I grow up.

Trying not to grow up myself, pal.

GerardoG · 27 September 2006, 07:24 AM

Seems like fun times! Congrats!

27 September 2006, 07:27 AM

Looks like a great time was had Daren.

Too bad you can't make the Toronto GTG.

mailman · 27 September 2006, 10:46 AM

Looks like a great time daren with some great watch porn.

Thanks for the pics.

Now I have a serious question; With the exception of the tobacco dial, the 118 to me anyway looks identical to the 111. Could please explain the other differences if any to me?

Thanks

TNRonin · 27 September 2006, 10:59 AM

Good watch pron!

dman · 27 September 2006, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Looks like a great time daren with some great watch porn.

Thanks for the pics.

Now I have a serious question; With the exception of the tobacco dial, the 118 to me anyway looks identical to the 111. Could please explain the other differences if any to me?

Thanks

The 118 is a Marina. same as the 111. Both have an expo back and the swan necks on the movement. The difference is the tobacco dial is discontinued and that makes them rare and sought after.

Rockrolex · 27 September 2006, 12:31 PM

Looks like it was a great GTG, Daren. Lot of fine looking pieces there. Hope you had a well armed security guard around with all that heavy metal on the table.

Launch Mini · 27 September 2006, 01:53 PM

So how does everyone keep track of there own watches at these GTG? I would be hard pressed to remember my S/N's.

dman · 27 September 2006, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Launch Mini

So how does everyone keep track of there own watches at these GTG? I would be hard pressed to remember my S/N's.

All about straps baby!!

Pretty easy actually, that would be like confusing children.

Southern Jessie · 27 September 2006, 04:29 PM

Cool pics, Daren - you sure had a great time with the other Paneristi! It's very tempting when you go to one of those events, isn't it!

JJ Irani · 27 September 2006, 05:08 PM

Great pics, Daren. Looks like you guys had a great time!!

padi56 · 27 September 2006, 08:07 PM

Some very fine pieces there Daren great pictures.

mailman · 27 September 2006, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

The 118 is a Marina. same as the 111. Both have an expo back and the swan necks on the movement. The difference is the tobacco dial is discontinued and that makes them rare and sought after.

Thanks pal

dman · 28 September 2006, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Southern Jessie

Cool pics, Daren - you sure had a great time with the other Paneristi! It's very tempting when you go to one of those events, isn't it!

Tempting? You said it right pal. Between Guille's preA 2, Anthony's 21 and 203 and Jim's 98 my head was spinning.

28 September 2006, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

Tempting? You said it right pal. Between Guille's preA 2, Anthony's 21 and 203 and Jim's 98 my head was spinning.

Daren, you can't flip the kids for a watch, no matter how tempting.

dman · 29 September 2006, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Atomic

Daren, you can't flip the kids for a watch, no matter how tempting.

I know, but walking to work can't be all that bad can it?

27 September 2006, 05:49 AM	#1
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Panerai GTG Beverly Hills style....(modem burner) ...went away this past weekend to Vegas, but being the watch dork that I am, I flew to LA Saturday to GTG with a bunch of Paneristi for lunch, some time in the Boutique and more watch browsing around Rodeo drive. All I bought was a watch strap for Andie so she can wear one of the Pannies. She has been wearing one of the 3 since Saturday night. I am now on the hunt for a 40mm one for her for Christmas. Here is a photo journal of my trip: My newest, 118 with tobacco dial. Some of the watches there A true holy grail, PAM 203 with Angelus 8 day movement, limited to 150 pieces. PAM 21, PLT with original Rolex movement inside. Same owner as the 203, HOLY COIN BATMAN!!! Some Rolex love, this watch looks so good on the wrist!! Table shot.. Chad, the boutique manager donated this OEM 6 watch box as a giveaway. Retail price, 1000 euros. I picked the winner, it wasn't me. Flying home __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

27 September 2006, 05:54 AM	#2
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mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	Looks like a great time daren with some great watch porn. Thanks for the pics. Now I have a serious question; With the exception of the tobacco dial, the 118 to me anyway looks identical to the 111. Could please explain the other differences if any to me? Thanks __________________ JJ

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Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,966	Looks like it was a great GTG, Daren. Lot of fine looking pieces there. Hope you had a well armed security guard around with all that heavy metal on the table. __________________ 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

27 September 2006, 01:53 PM	#16
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	So how does everyone keep track of there own watches at these GTG? I would be hard pressed to remember my S/N's. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

27 September 2006, 05:55 AM	#3
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Very nice Daren! You have been Mr. Panerai lately with all the GTG and boutique viewings.

27 September 2006, 07:24 AM	#10
GerardoG Banned Join Date: Oct 2005 Real Name: Gerardo Location: Here Watch: ALL of them Posts: 32,098	Seems like fun times! Congrats!

27 September 2006, 07:27 AM	#11
---- Guest Posts: n/a	Looks like a great time was had Daren. Too bad you can't make the Toronto GTG.

27 September 2006, 10:59 AM	#13
TNRonin Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Cookeville TN. Watch: 2000 SD Posts: 287	Good watch pron!

27 September 2006, 04:29 PM	#18
Southern Jessie Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 278	Cool pics, Daren - you sure had a great time with the other Paneristi! It's very tempting when you go to one of those events, isn't it!

27 September 2006, 05:08 PM	#19
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Great pics, Daren. Looks like you guys had a great time!! __________________ 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!!

27 September 2006, 08:07 PM	#20
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,059	Some very fine pieces there Daren great pictures. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

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