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Goodwatch · 20 February 2006, 06:41 AM

For my friend Daren:

dman · 20 February 2006, 06:43 AM

Thanks Frans. That watch is only have as good as mine.

Sorry, terrible joke, I will go sit in timeout for a few minutes.

That is a cool ad though mate.

Goodwatch · 20 February 2006, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

Thanks Frans. That watch is only have as good as mine.

Sorry, terrible joke, I will go sit in timeout for a few minutes.

That is a cool ad though mate.

Only half as good, Pineapple

dman · 20 February 2006, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Only half as good, Pineapple

Sorry dude, long morning here already.

Goodwatch · 20 February 2006, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

Thanks Frans. That watch is only have as good as mine.

Sorry, terrible joke, I will go sit in timeout for a few minutes.

That is a cool ad though mate.

Because I’m an incurable dreamer I have done some ‘in the head’ shopping a lot of times. I play in a (subscription) lottery with grand prizes up to 20 million Euro. That’s a lot of cash. Anne just can’t understand this dreaming but it sometimes helps me get over the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If we win (very slim chance), I’ll buy some landmark watches. At least two of them will be from the house of Panerai. This sounds pathetic I know but it is nice to have one’s dreams.

dman · 20 February 2006, 06:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Because I’m an incurable dreamer I have done some ‘in the head’ shopping a lot of times. I play in a (subscription) lottery with grand prizes up to 20 million Euro. That’s a lot of cash. Anne just can’t understand this dreaming but it sometimes helps me get over the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If we win (very slim chance), I’ll buy some landmark watches. At least two of them will be from the house of Panerai. This sounds pathetic I know but it is nice to have one’s dreams.

I think most people are lying if they say they have not had that thought.

20 February 2006, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by dman

Thanks Frans. That watch is only have as good as mine.

Sorry, terrible joke, I will go sit in timeout for a few minutes.

That is a cool ad though mate.

I would say considerably less than half as good as yours, Daren.....if that cross section were real, the winding rotor would have to pass through the balance staff.

My guess is that this would not be a good thing......

It looks like they cut a watch in half, and then someone with absolutely no watch knowledge stuck some extra bits in just to make it look like there are a lot of parts inside.......

21 February 2006, 12:15 AM

Daren, LOVE your thesis!

This does seem to be the ONLY 'Rolex' forum on the net that is very much like a Panerai forum. The panny 'brotherhood' is something unique to that brand and something all other brand owners could and should learn from.

Rolex is a nice, tough watch, but it's not the end all and be all of horology. Life's too short to put one brand on a pedestal (said the guy wearing a Rolex).

Goodwatch · 21 February 2006, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Avalon

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It looks like they cut a watch in half, and then someone with absolutely no watch knowledge stuck some extra bits in just to make it look like there are a lot of parts inside.......

What a cold shower, it was just a nice picture for Daren

mailman · 21 February 2006, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

What a cold shower, it was just a nice picture for Daren

It's a great pic Fransie

21 February 2006, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

What a cold shower, it was just a nice picture for Daren

It's just marketing, Fransie......nothing more, nothing less.

It may not be on the same level as "It takes a year to make a Rolex" but it's marketing just the same.....

dman · 21 February 2006, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

What a cold shower, it was just a nice picture for Daren

I knew the sentiment Fransie, and it was appreciated.

C.J. · 21 February 2006, 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

What a cold shower, it was just a nice picture for Daren

Cool pic, Fransie

I dug it

RobDad · 20 February 2006, 06:53 AM

Seriously, glad I seem to have just been unlucky with Panerai - I think they messed up with the G series (there were quotes to this effect on a couple of PAM sites at the time) where the Quality Control went out the window. Has knocked my confidence - but like most guys on this forum, (I guess) I'm nuts about watches, not just Rolex - although they have a special place in my heart - nothing to do with price or being flash, there's something about the classic looksof a Rollie. A Panerai is a nice 'alternative', I was just disappointed (and surprised) both of mine broke down!

dman · 20 February 2006, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by RobDad

Seriously, glad I seem to have just been unlucky with Panerai - I think they messed up with the G series (there were quotes to this effect on a couple of PAM sites at the time) where the Quality Control went out the window. Has knocked my confidence - but like most guys on this forum, (I guess) I'm nuts about watches, not just Rolex - although they have a special place in my heart - nothing to do with price or being flash, there's something about the classic looksof a Rollie. A Panerai is a nice 'alternative', I was just disappointed (and surprised) both of mine broke down!

They (Panerai) have also had some BIG problmes with their after sales service here in the states. It seems to be getting better, but I have heard very similar stories from owners of both brands (Rolex and Panerai) about expensive service costs that don't live up to the price.

Goodwatch · 20 February 2006, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by dman

They (Panerai) have also had some BIG problmes with their after sales service here in the states. It seems to be getting better, but I have heard very similar stories from owners of both brands (Rolex and Panerai) about expensive service costs that don't live up to the price.

The best watch service I know of is by Cartier. In 1980 I bought a Santos Dumont Carré, the first model (automatic). It came with a special pass that gives the watch unlimited lifetime guarantee (they dropped this service a couple of years later). My brother has this watch and it has been serviced and completely overhauled 4 times now. Every time it returns from France it is like new, all wrapped in blue plastic protective foil. And is it completely free of charge! Not even the shipping costs are charged. I’m very jealous of this I must say. It’s a great watch, very well made

mailman · 20 February 2006, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

The best watch service I know of is by Cartier. In 1980 I bought a Santos Dumont Carré, the first model (automatic). It came with a special pass that gives the watch unlimited lifetime guarantee (they dropped this service a couple of years later). My brother has this watch and it has been serviced and completely overhauled 4 times now. Every time it returns from France it is like new, all wrapped in blue plastic protective foil. And is it completely free of charge! Not even the shipping costs are charged. I’m very jealous of this I must say. It’s a great watch, very well made

More companies should pay attention to this procedure.

JJ Irani · 21 February 2006, 02:33 AM

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For my friend Daren:

Interesting picture, Frans. Someone must have used a very sharp knife to do that, uh?

Launch Mini · 20 February 2006, 06:48 AM

What I really don't like is rediculous markups when they're not required!
Can you say SS Daytona?
One AD told me $13,500, the next one only $9,350. ( Both Cdn Dollars)

20 February 2006, 06:41 AM	#1
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20 February 2006, 06:43 AM	#2
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20 February 2006, 06:48 AM	#19
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	What I really don't like is rediculous markups when they're not required! Can you say SS Daytona? One AD told me $13,500, the next one only $9,350. ( Both Cdn Dollars) __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

21 February 2006, 12:15 AM	#8
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Daren, *LOVE* your thesis! This does seem to be the ONLY 'Rolex' forum on the net that is very much like a Panerai forum. The panny 'brotherhood' is something unique to that brand and something all other brand owners could and should learn from. Rolex is a nice, tough watch, but it's not the end all and be all of horology. Life's too short to put one brand on a pedestal (said the guy wearing a Rolex).

20 February 2006, 06:53 AM	#14
RobDad Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Rob Dadd Location: London Posts: 134	Seriously, glad I seem to have just been unlucky with Panerai - I think they messed up with the G series (there were quotes to this effect on a couple of PAM sites at the time) where the Quality Control went out the window. Has knocked my confidence - but like most guys on this forum, (I guess) I'm nuts about watches, not just Rolex - although they have a special place in my heart - nothing to do with price or being flash, there's something about the classic looksof a Rollie. A Panerai is a nice 'alternative', I was just disappointed (and surprised) both of mine broke down!

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