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louie · 29 June 2009, 10:17 PM

big congrats Justin! finally you have make the first move,and definetly not the last....

Trurolexer · 29 June 2009, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by tuisquash

you can fix this huge mistake, sell your rolex and buy some panerais.

That's what I'm thinking too...

rotan · 29 June 2009, 10:33 PM

Come over to the dark side... You will love it...

B. Doggy · 30 June 2009, 01:00 AM

You may just start favoring Panerai. Beware and WELCOME aboard!

VazLube · 30 June 2009, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by valentine

too close to the sub looks-wise...and I already own an explorer II....the Panerai made me GRIN from ear to ear...once I tried it on...I just could NOT stop smiling...It was love...I havent had a watch speak to me like that since I purchased my first rolex....even when I got my SS daytona...I didnt grin like that!

Yep, whenever I get new watch, I was like meh and move on my life. Until I got my first Panerai, I got that kind of rush you've described. I was grinning for weeks!

Welcome!

Zed · 30 June 2009, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by VazLube

Yep, whenever I get new watch, I was like meh and move on my life. Until I got my first Panerai, I got that kind of rush you've described. I was grinning for weeks!

Welcome!

i am still grinning...

TswaneNguni · 30 June 2009, 06:10 AM

The Brotherhood of The Darkside is growing and growing ..........

All roads lead to Rome ?? ...Nonsense !! .. All roads lead to Panerai !!

Welcome !!

karmatp · 30 June 2009, 06:31 AM

I have bought and sold so many Rolex watches over the years, and I have never been happier than when I joined the Panerai crowd. I think you made a solid decision, it's your wrist and you need to be happy. It is nice to shed the Rolex hype and wear a brand that people don't stereotype you for wearing. It shows that you are a true watch enthusiast not just following the crowd. Best of luck and enjoy you new Pam, the 005 is next on my list.

Launch Mini · 30 June 2009, 06:44 AM

You will love the Fiver
it is the one I miss from my past watches
IMO nicerly balanced dial

c2tcardin · 30 June 2009, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by valentine

too close to the sub looks-wise...and I already own an explorer II....the Panerai made me GRIN from ear to ear...once I tried it on...I just could NOT stop smiling...It was love...I havent had a watch speak to me like that since I purchased my first rolex....even when I got my SS daytona...I didnt grin like that!

Stand tall Justin, those Rolex guys are just upset that another owner has seen the light and come over to the Panerai side. Some day they to will come to realize just what it is about these watches and when they do we will there to welcome them. With a healthy dose ribbing to be sure!

Nica64 · 30 June 2009, 10:42 AM

Happy for you Justin and welcome to the wonderful world of Panerai and a lot of straps!!

Don't worry there's always room to love both Panerai and Rolex.........the only bad news is that once you strap a Panerai on your wrist is very hard to look back!!

TswaneNguni · 30 June 2009, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by c2tcardin

Stand tall Justin, those Rolex guys are just upset that another owner has seen the light and come over to the Panerai side. Some day they to will come to realize just what it is about these watches and when they do we will there to welcome them. With a healthy dose ribbing to be sure!

"What it is about these watches......" I dont know,but once you've worn one,nothing else looks or feels right.

valentine · 30 June 2009, 03:34 PM

THANKS for the warm welcome guys!!!!!!!!!! will post a wrist shot as soon as pick her up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a feeling some of the old rollies are going to be sold...and many a Panerai will be purchased!

Trurolexer · 30 June 2009, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by valentine

THANKS for the warm welcome guys!!!!!!!!!! will post a wrist shot as soon as pick her up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a feeling some of the old rollies are going to be sold...and many a Panerai will be purchased!

That's my Dude!!!

c2tcardin · 30 June 2009, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by valentine

THANKS for the warm welcome guys!!!!!!!!!! will post a wrist shot as soon as pick her up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a feeling some of the old rollies are going to be sold...and many a Panerai will be purchased!

Another convert! Now wait for the strap bug to kick in, should be in a week or two.

karmatp · 1 July 2009, 03:03 AM

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Originally Posted by valentine

THANKS for the warm welcome guys!!!!!!!!!! will post a wrist shot as soon as pick her up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a feeling some of the old rollies are going to be sold...and many a Panerai will be purchased!

This is awesome, you sound just like me. I just sold my perfect LV because I feel bad having that much money collecting dust in my closet after buying a Pam. I only have a GMT II left now and will keep it just to have on Rolex but it will see very little wrist time.

TswaneNguni · 1 July 2009, 04:44 AM

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Originally Posted by karmatp

This is awesome, you sound just like me. I just sold my perfect LV because I feel bad having that much money collecting dust in my closet after buying a Pam. I only have a GMT II left now and will keep it just to have on Rolex but it will see very little wrist time.

You have one left.All I have left ............. are pictures !!

karmatp · 1 July 2009, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

You have one left.All I have left ............. are pictures !!

I also have lots and lots of pictures of all the Rolex sport watches I have owned over the years.

GBJIV · 1 July 2009, 10:41 AM

Justin, I know you are a creative guy... One strap guy I think you will appreciate is Delaurian. I don't have any of his straps but, I have heard that he is amazing. When you get some time take a look at his site. Check out his galleries.

Best, and welcome. Can't wait to see the pics.

http://www.delaurian.com/

VazLube · 2 July 2009, 02:40 AM

Regarding Delauran straps, are they totally custom made, so I just list specs what I want and he makes them? I admit I am bit confused with Delauran's website.

moby33 · 2 July 2009, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Atomant

Seems like you passed my favourite watch for Pam. I wonder what's your reason for doing that. Either way, great choice.

Off topic I know, but I've got to ask: Assuming your sig is up to date, why would you state the GMT-IIC is your favorite watch, yet you don't own it even though you have other Rolex models?

GBJIV · 3 July 2009, 05:42 PM

VazLube - I think Delaurian will let you pretty much describe what you want or close to it... Not sure about fully custom although - I have heard others say that he did just that for them. I do believe you can pick any model from his gallery and have him customize it. I have heard of some folks sending him art - of their tatoos for example and he creats similar art or a variation of - or what someone would want on a Tat - or wish they had etc... and he will/can replicate it.

The site is a bit crazy - Myself and others on this forum couldn't get a reply back to our inquiry - I think he stays pretty busy.

Does anyone on here have a Delaurian and can provide more info? I recommended the site because I thought Justin would enjoy it... Who knows... Maybe Justin could branch off with his creativity and bust out some straps for us TRF Pam guys!

TswaneNguni · 3 July 2009, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by GBJIV

VazLube - I think Delaurian will let you pretty much describe what you want or close to it... Not sure about fully custom although - I have heard others say that he did just that for them. I do believe you can pick any model from his gallery and have him customize it. I have heard of some folks sending him art - of their tatoos for example and he creats similar art or a variation of - or what someone would want on a Tat - or wish they had etc... and he will/can replicate it.

The site is a bit crazy - Myself and others on this forum couldn't get a reply back to our inquiry - I think he stays pretty busy.

Does anyone on here have a Delaurian and can provide more info? I recommended the site because I thought Justin would enjoy it... Who knows... Maybe Justin could branch off with his creativity and bust out some straps for us TRF Pam guys!

He does make some extremely nice leather strap creations,however we will all be better served if he could make more.Nevermind getting a strap from him,only getting a response on your mail seems to be an art in itself.

Pity,I sent him an e mail in 2008,for a special strap that was to celebrate some things that happened in 2007,that were dear to me.Sent a scetch of what I wanted,inscriptions,full details,but alas,never even got a reply back ......................

Now that I think about it,hmmmmmm,perhaps one of our other esteemed strap artists may be interested.Will find out !!

Plan B !!!

Andad · 3 July 2009, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by valentine

!!!!!!!!! I just switched my deposit from the SS GMT IIc to a PAM 00005!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im in love with Panerai!!!!!!!! cannot wait to go pick them up(also picking up my milgauss GV)!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! will be posting photos SOON!!!!!!!!!

:j oy:

Hey Valentine,

Just read through this thread again and have plucked my 231 out of the box to wear this weekend.

Thanks for that.

TswaneNguni · 4 July 2009, 02:08 AM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

Hey Valentine,

Just read through this thread again and have plucked my 231 out of the box to wear this weekend.

Thanks for that.

Whats that Oom,need a thread to remind you that you own a 231 !!!

Forgot ??

VazLube · 4 July 2009, 04:14 PM

GBJIV, thanks for description of delaurian. Sounds like an impressive strap-maker from looks of it. Yes, his site is crazy, and it put me off somewhat. I guess that more customizable the strap is, the more time and work is involved. I am not ready for this level of strap customization yet!

valentine · 6 July 2009, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by GBJIV

VazLube - I think Delaurian will let you pretty much describe what you want or close to it... Not sure about fully custom although - I have heard others say that he did just that for them. I do believe you can pick any model from his gallery and have him customize it. I have heard of some folks sending him art - of their tatoos for example and he creats similar art or a variation of - or what someone would want on a Tat - or wish they had etc... and he will/can replicate it.

The site is a bit crazy - Myself and others on this forum couldn't get a reply back to our inquiry - I think he stays pretty busy.

Does anyone on here have a Delaurian and can provide more info? I recommended the site because I thought Justin would enjoy it... Who knows... Maybe Justin could branch off with his creativity and bust out some straps for us TRF Pam guys!

Im looking into the process NOW. will keep you all updated as to when and how I will be setting it up.

JF23 · 6 July 2009, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by valentine

Im looking into the process NOW. will keep you all updated as to when and how I will be setting it up.

To cool Justin.

29 June 2009, 10:17 PM	#31
louie "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Lewis Location: Earth Watch: The Beast Posts: 1,352	Congrats!! big congrats Justin! finally you have make the first move,and definetly not the last.... __________________ " I THINK PERFECTION IS UGLY. SOMEWHERE IN THE THINGS HUMANS MAKE, I WANT TO SEE SCARS, FAILURE, DISORDER AND DISTORTION" - YOHJI YAMAMOTO

29 June 2009, 10:33 PM	#33
rotan "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Leong Location: Singapore Watch: AP 15202ST Posts: 210	Come over to the dark side... You will love it... __________________ Rolex Batman 116710BLNR Audemars Piguet 15202ST H series

30 June 2009, 01:00 AM	#34
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	You may just start favoring Panerai. Beware and WELCOME aboard! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

30 June 2009, 06:31 AM	#38
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	I have bought and sold so many Rolex watches over the years, and I have never been happier than when I joined the Panerai crowd. I think you made a solid decision, it's your wrist and you need to be happy. It is nice to shed the Rolex hype and wear a brand that people don't stereotype you for wearing. It shows that you are a true watch enthusiast not just following the crowd. Best of luck and enjoy you new Pam, the 005 is next on my list. __________________ My grails:

30 June 2009, 06:44 AM	#39
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	You will love the Fiver it is the one I miss from my past watches IMO nicerly balanced dial __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

30 June 2009, 06:10 AM	#37
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	The Brotherhood of The Darkside is growing and growing .......... All roads lead to Rome ?? ...Nonsense !! .. All roads lead to Panerai !! Welcome !!

30 June 2009, 10:42 AM	#41
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Happy for you Justin and welcome to the wonderful world of Panerai and a lot of straps!! Don't worry there's always room to love both Panerai and Rolex.........the only bad news is that once you strap a Panerai on your wrist is very hard to look back!! __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

30 June 2009, 03:34 PM	#43
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	THANKS for the warm welcome guys!!!!!!!!!! will post a wrist shot as soon as pick her up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have a feeling some of the old rollies are going to be sold...and many a Panerai will be purchased!

1 July 2009, 10:41 AM	#49
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Justin, I know you are a creative guy... One strap guy I think you will appreciate is Delaurian. I don't have any of his straps but, I have heard that he is amazing. When you get some time take a look at his site. Check out his galleries. Best, and welcome. Can't wait to see the pics. http://www.delaurian.com/ __________________ Jackson

2 July 2009, 02:40 AM	#50
VazLube Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South of Equator Posts: 278	Regarding Delauran straps, are they totally custom made, so I just list specs what I want and he makes them? I admit I am bit confused with Delauran's website.

3 July 2009, 05:42 PM	#52
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	VazLube - I think Delaurian will let you pretty much describe what you want or close to it... Not sure about fully custom although - I have heard others say that he did just that for them. I do believe you can pick any model from his gallery and have him customize it. I have heard of some folks sending him art - of their tatoos for example and he creats similar art or a variation of - or what someone would want on a Tat - or wish they had etc... and he will/can replicate it. The site is a bit crazy - Myself and others on this forum couldn't get a reply back to our inquiry - I think he stays pretty busy. Does anyone on here have a Delaurian and can provide more info? I recommended the site because I thought Justin would enjoy it... Who knows... Maybe Justin could branch off with his creativity and bust out some straps for us TRF Pam guys! __________________ Jackson

4 July 2009, 04:14 PM	#56
VazLube Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South of Equator Posts: 278	GBJIV, thanks for description of delaurian. Sounds like an impressive strap-maker from looks of it. Yes, his site is crazy, and it put me off somewhat. I guess that more customizable the strap is, the more time and work is involved. I am not ready for this level of strap customization yet!

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