Radiomir dilemma... 610, 210 or 753?

[Cru Jones]

The power of marketing...

Big consumer backlash to cheap snap-on case backs?

Call them “driven” instead, make them look like screw-down backs and call it a day.

[erik asher]

Originally Posted by subtona

What is this “different mechanism?”

It sounds too mysterious to sign off on.

Do we have a picture or technical description?

Who said anything about a “different mechanism?” I merely said that it requires a different tool to take the caseback off. Ready to sign off? Lol

[Fredrik]

Well. my precious thread got derailed into a snap on, driven, screw on case back discussion. I don't mind.

I still haven't made up my mind, but it is currently between a 210 and a 610. And yes, the 753 is perhaps unfairly disqualified for having a faux pas threaded case back...

[ajas]

610 and never look back

[Fredrik]

Originally Posted by ajas

610 and never look back

But I really like sandwiches...

Still looking by the way, it will probably be a 210.

[ajas]

Originally Posted by Fredrik

But I really like sandwiches...

Still looking by the way, it will probably be a 210.

Sausages are also good.
Whatever you decide be happy

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[blacke90]

Is the 610 thinner than the 210? 610 has a sandwich dial correct? Much thanks in advance.

[Fredrik]

Originally Posted by blacke90

Is the 610 thinner than the 210? 610 has a sandwich dial correct? Much thanks in advance.

The 610 does not have a sandwich dial, the main reason I haven't already bought one. I guess they are about the same thickness.

[epc2]

Had the chance to try a 753 today at my local AD and really liked it, I think for the price is a lot of watch and the strap is very nice like a dark Assolutamente.

[Txkill]

So I just recently bought the 609 which is the 610 with sub seconds. The 610 is definitely not Sandwich dial but grooves with lume in the grooves. The 753 is painted on lume only. So a little more basic...but still it looks fantastic.

[Fredrik]

Well, I am going to have a look at a used 424 this weekend probably. One of my local Panerai delaers has a used one currently. A bit of a sidetrack, I know...

[pakal]

I think the driven term is just a more sophisticated way of saying snap on! The octagonal shape it's surely a better visual experience than the round one, but hey, snap on or driven, for me, it's the same sh... don't get fooled by this gimmick.
Erick is in denial, hahahaha, and I would only second that when I'll see a driven case on his wrist 😁

[epc2]

Originally Posted by pakal

I think the driven term is just a more sophisticated way of saying snap on! The octagonal shape it's surely a better visual experience than the round one, but hey, snap on or driven, for me, it's the same sh... don't get fooled by this gimmick.
Erick is in denial, hahahaha, and I would only second that when I'll see a driven case on his wrist 😁

I see your point , and I recently had a chat about this with my local boutique an they said that the driven has a different set of gaskets better than snap on , also on a Radiomir model I don't think it'll make much difference however on a Luminor case snap on is not acceptable IMO.

[pakal]

I have no doubt that the caseback is secure. It's just sad to see the change from screw on to driven. It's a lot more "romantic" to have an old style screw on case back. The driven case may even be more technically advanced but ........... Same goes for the basic model of luminor that are now 100mt WR being downgraded from 300 mt WR.

[Fredrik]

Well, back on track I tried the 424 today but got sidetracked by the 720 they had... New of course and 47mm like the 424. I left puzzled and empty handed. The 720 is really nice!

Sometimes I think they have too many variants, I might never be able to make up my mind.

[epc2]

Just got a 753 this week , very nice and the strap is awesome for the $$ I think it’s a great watch.


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[ajas]

Congratulations

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[brandrea]

Originally Posted by epc2

Just got a 753 this week , very nice and the strap is awesome for the $$ I think it’s a great watch.


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Congratulations, very nice

[carlhaluss]

Originally Posted by epc2

Just got a 753 this week , very nice and the strap is awesome for the $$ I think it’s a great watch.


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Really nice to see a wrist shot of this one. I tried one on as well, and very impressed. I really like the lower profile, quite a bit thinner than the 47mm Radiomir and it is surprising how much difference there is between the 45mm case and 47mm case. And I agree that the strap is perfect as well. I have a few Panerai watches, but this one has become one of my favorites.
Congratulations!
Carl

[Mike_M]

Originally Posted by epc2

Just got a 753 this week , very nice and the strap is awesome for the $$ I think it’s a great watch.

I really think the look of the 753 is just great. I just bought a 754 and am very happy with it. I agree--great watches for their pricetag.

Now the search for straps!

[erik asher]

Originally Posted by epc2

Just got a 753 this week , very nice and the strap is awesome for the $$ I think it’s a great watch.


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Great value PAM on a really beautiful “sleeper” strap...no need to change with that beauty...the 753 was one of the star releases this year, IMHO...

[rambo99]

Originally Posted by erik asher

Screw down has a different mechanism to seal the back and the case back usually does not line up with the case so that wording or numbering is assymetrical...the screw down is literally screwed in or unscrewed to release.

The driven requires a tool to release and when placed back on the case, can be lined up perfectly with the back.

Other than the way the case is lined up, there is no difference optically speaking between the driven and the screw down.

The SnapBack is just a circle and one can tell the difference.

does a snap on back require a tool to release and put on?

[Adirondoc]

Bought the 210 and have never regretted it. Near flawless, preowned, B&P.
Did you ever pick up your Radiomir, OP?

[Fredrik]

Originally Posted by Adirondoc

Did you ever pick up your Radiomir, OP?

Nope, not yet. But I tried on a 685 today. A 47mm Radiomir actually works on my small but flat wrists. I might be looking at getting a 232 or 720/721 now instead of a 210.