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subdownunder · 3 September 2010, 02:10 PM

I'm travelling to Malaysia for about 3 weeks on both business and pleasure, and was wondering what your opinion is regarding what watch to wear.

Normally I wear either my TT sub (black) or GMT iic but since getting the Panerai 005 feel more inclined to wear this.

So, what would you wear (disregarding the GMT function) the Sub, GMT or Panerai?

Whats your reasoning?

bodybump · 3 September 2010, 02:13 PM

Asian country...wear your PANERAI!!

mdrums · 3 September 2010, 02:16 PM

GMT for the times zones

MY-WATCH · 3 September 2010, 02:23 PM

Gmt

sleddog · 3 September 2010, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

Asian country...wear your PANERAI!!

Oscar knows best!!!

andrew79 · 3 September 2010, 02:26 PM

whichever you like.. Malaysia is a safe country for traveling... no need to worry.. for me I'd go GMT.

mr.briar · 3 September 2010, 02:35 PM

Been to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia several times on business/pleasure. A lot of beautiful places to see and people are friendly and easy going.

Remember, the weather is generally humid so choose your clothes well.
Take your Panerai.

Zed Homme · 3 September 2010, 02:46 PM

I agree with the panerai. KL is only two hours behind Sydney, an easy calculation in the head...

Poohsan · 3 September 2010, 02:53 PM

As a caution in traveling to any country in that region I tend not to wear anything flashy. If you are being escorted and traveling with a company car then you should be ok. If you are wandering around on your own I would be careful. I tend to wear my Seiko in situations like this. If I do wear one of my Rolex I put it on a Nato strap. It goes completely unnoticed. I usually avoid wearing anything with gold.

Have a good trip!

hflee55 · 3 September 2010, 02:54 PM

I'll go with the PAM. Hope you enjoy your stay here.

LAJM · 3 September 2010, 03:03 PM

I purchased my first expensive watch there in 2003...B1 Breitling which I still love!

Chipmunk · 3 September 2010, 03:15 PM

TT Sub.....you gotta wear some bling when you travel to Asia. You'll fit right in.

Fearsome Puppy · 3 September 2010, 03:37 PM

If wearing your PAM I'd stay away from the gator straps - too hot and humid...

George Ab · 3 September 2010, 03:42 PM

Malaysia is an safe place. For me the Pam is for shorts and tees when you are relaxing. Since both biz and pleasure, first choice would be GMT. Although Malaysia is very safe, the TT could attract unwanted attention. GMT would be my choice.

Jede · 3 September 2010, 03:54 PM

Wear bling in Asia? Christ..

As always, depends on where and how you intend to travel, and the image you need to give. In KL central you'll be good wearing pretty much anything. If moving to less urbanized/wealthy areas, I'd keep every watch on your list out of sight. Income differences are wide and some might see expensive watch as an opportunity, even though Malaysian people are generally easy going. I'd also say, that people there are not so keen to judge you on your appearance (compared to some Asian countries).

Maybe my long backpacking background gives a slightly different image, but Asia is huge and homogeneous, and a quick visit to Hong Kong for example doesn't make you an expert. Be humble, polite and play it on the safer side. So GMT or Panerai, your choice :)

Carlos98326194 · 3 September 2010, 03:56 PM

I would stay away with precious metals to avoid any unnecessary attentions...

I vote for GMT or Pam

Been to Kota kinabalu recently and this is what I have with me

Speed · 3 September 2010, 04:01 PM

I say where what you want if you are traveling in safe areas. If going anywhere dodgy... Two words.

G-Shock!

lee2375 · 3 September 2010, 04:04 PM

Bring all 3!!!!

J/K

Bring the GMTIIC and wear the PAM :D

HFLO · 3 September 2010, 04:19 PM

welcome to Malaysia

just wear what you feel comfortable, but do avoid travelling alone in 'dark' lane

if you drop by china town (in KL), enjoy those 'pretty good' rollies, grab some if you like to support Msia economy, you can get 'good' one for <u$100, if you need paper, a little bit more

have a good trip and enjoy the FOODDDDDD

BTW, if you do visit Sarawak, (East Malaysia), PM me

calibre1 · 3 September 2010, 06:38 PM

Malaysia is a beautiful country and Kuala Lumpur is a shopper's paradise. The Megasale is still on.

You can wear almost anything you like on your wrist and you'll be just fine. Having said that, common sense still prevails. Avoid dark alleys that may compromise your safety and don't draw too much attention to your watch. If you go in a group, that would be fine.

I wish you a pleasant stay in KL!

(Oh and do consider Sarawak for something close to nature (forest) although trips to the islands in Peninsular Malaysia like Redang and Tioman would be great as well)

DD911 · 3 September 2010, 06:41 PM

Gmt

swatty · 3 September 2010, 06:45 PM

I was in KL recently and wore my GMT IIc, no body noticed except the guys in china town.(where they sell the fakes) They thought I was wearing a very good copy

TempoKing · 3 September 2010, 06:53 PM

A heavily insured GMT...?
..............................
Do you now see why I love TRF...(lol)

Lissage · 3 September 2010, 08:43 PM

Panerai 005.

Shade · 3 September 2010, 10:46 PM

Either the GMT or the PAM..

Watch Professor · 3 September 2010, 10:47 PM

GMT insured.

karmatp · 3 September 2010, 11:38 PM

Wear the fiver!

fc3s2k · 4 September 2010, 12:40 AM

Oscar said PAM then it's a PAM!!
Have a wonderful trip

jcatral14 · 4 September 2010, 12:56 AM

Malaysia's beautiful! I spent part of my childhood there

Malaysia is very safe but use common sense

PAM005 or GMT2C works but because you're traveling, I would lean towards the Rollie. Another benefit as a friend pointed out, if you are ever in a bind you can easily convert that to cash. Not so easy with a PAM

Travel safe and have lots of fun!

psv · 4 September 2010, 01:52 AM

Any would do, your choice really.

Love the PAM005, but I hate winding up watches myself! ;-) I would probably go with the GMT, but the Panny comes close.

3 September 2010, 02:10 PM	#1
subdownunder "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Australia Watch: GS Snowflake Posts: 314	Travelling to Malaysia -which watch to wear? I'm travelling to Malaysia for about 3 weeks on both business and pleasure, and was wondering what your opinion is regarding what watch to wear. Normally I wear either my TT sub (black) or GMT iic but since getting the Panerai 005 feel more inclined to wear this. So, what would you wear (disregarding the GMT function) the Sub, GMT or Panerai? Whats your reasoning?

3 September 2010, 02:13 PM	#2
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	Asian country...wear your PANERAI!! __________________

3 September 2010, 02:26 PM	#6
andrew79 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Andrew Location: Indonesia Watch: Rolex Posts: 2,277	whichever you like.. Malaysia is a safe country for traveling... no need to worry.. for me I'd go GMT. __________________ Baume & Mercier Riviera Rolex GMT II c, DJ 116234, Sub 16610, EXP 2 16570 Panerai 111 , 232

3 September 2010, 02:53 PM	#9
Poohsan "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Arron Location: phoenix, AZ Watch: GMT 1675 Posts: 764	As a caution in traveling to any country in that region I tend not to wear anything flashy. If you are being escorted and traveling with a company car then you should be ok. If you are wandering around on your own I would be careful. I tend to wear my Seiko in situations like this. If I do wear one of my Rolex I put it on a Nato strap. It goes completely unnoticed. I usually avoid wearing anything with gold. Have a good trip! __________________ 1680, 1675, 116610LN, GMT Master II, Explorer II, Tudor Big Block 79170 Last edited by Poohsan; 3 September 2010 at 03:04 PM.. Reason: bad grammar

3 September 2010, 03:03 PM	#11
LAJM "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Larry Location: Canada Watch: Explorer II Posts: 270	Fond memories!!! I purchased my first expensive watch there in 2003...B1 Breitling which I still love!

3 September 2010, 02:16 PM	#3
mdrums "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Mike Location: Tampa Watch: Rolex GMT Posts: 44	GMT for the times zones

3 September 2010, 02:23 PM	#4
MY-WATCH "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Sala hu din Location: N/A Posts: 1,782	Gmt

3 September 2010, 02:35 PM	#7
mr.briar "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: OC Watch: 116400, 116660 Posts: 129	Been to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia several times on business/pleasure. A lot of beautiful places to see and people are friendly and easy going. Remember, the weather is generally humid so choose your clothes well. Take your Panerai.

3 September 2010, 02:46 PM	#8
Zed Homme "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: usa Watch: Rolex Posts: 6,962	I agree with the panerai. KL is only two hours behind Sydney, an easy calculation in the head...

3 September 2010, 02:54 PM	#10
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	I'll go with the PAM. Hope you enjoy your stay here.

3 September 2010, 03:15 PM	#12
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	TT Sub.....you gotta wear some bling when you travel to Asia. You'll fit right in. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

3 September 2010, 03:37 PM	#13
Fearsome Puppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Kevin Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SD4K Posts: 880	If wearing your PAM I'd stay away from the gator straps - too hot and humid... __________________ Lange 1815 Chrono, AP ROO 26470ST, RO 26230ST, Rolex 216570 (w), 116600, 116520 (w), IWC XV, PAM 366, 420, Omega 311.30.42.30.01.005, Seiko SKX007J, Apple Watch, a bunch of G-Shocks -------------------------------------------------------------

3 September 2010, 03:42 PM	#14
George Ab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: George Location: Seattle Watch: One of Them Posts: 6,924	Malaysia is an safe place. For me the Pam is for shorts and tees when you are relaxing. Since both biz and pleasure, first choice would be GMT. Although Malaysia is very safe, the TT could attract unwanted attention. GMT would be my choice. __________________

3 September 2010, 03:54 PM	#15
Jede "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Jesse Location: Finland Watch: 14060M Posts: 67	Wear bling in Asia? Christ.. As always, depends on where and how you intend to travel, and the image you need to give. In KL central you'll be good wearing pretty much anything. If moving to less urbanized/wealthy areas, I'd keep every watch on your list out of sight. Income differences are wide and some might see expensive watch as an opportunity, even though Malaysian people are generally easy going. I'd also say, that people there are not so keen to judge you on your appearance (compared to some Asian countries). Maybe my long backpacking background gives a slightly different image, but Asia is huge and homogeneous, and a quick visit to Hong Kong for example doesn't make you an expert. Be humble, polite and play it on the safer side. So GMT or Panerai, your choice :)

3 September 2010, 03:56 PM	#16
Carlos98326194 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlos Location: UK Watch: ing YOU! Posts: 1,121	I would stay away with precious metals to avoid any unnecessary attentions... I vote for GMT or Pam Been to Kota kinabalu recently and this is what I have with me __________________ 16610 116400GV 116520W 00112 116710LN 16610LV 00292 116520B

3 September 2010, 04:01 PM	#17
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I say where what you want if you are traveling in safe areas. If going anywhere dodgy... Two words. G-Shock!

3 September 2010, 04:04 PM	#18
lee2375 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: Dallas, Houston, Watch: 5 Digit Hoarder Posts: 5,556	Bring all 3!!!! J/K Bring the GMTIIC and wear the PAM :D __________________ Instagram/Twitter @wxwatches Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Las 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

3 September 2010, 04:19 PM	#19
HFLO "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: 1803 DD Posts: 377	welcome to Malaysia just wear what you feel comfortable, but do avoid travelling alone in 'dark' lane if you drop by china town (in KL), enjoy those 'pretty good' rollies, grab some if you like to support Msia economy, you can get 'good' one for <u$100, if you need paper, a little bit more have a good trip and enjoy the FOODDDDDD BTW, if you do visit Sarawak, (East Malaysia), PM me __________________ time is what a clock measures . . . especially ROLEX !

3 September 2010, 06:38 PM	#20
calibre1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Malaysia Watch: ROLEX, OMEGA Posts: 279	Malaysia is a beautiful country and Kuala Lumpur is a shopper's paradise. The Megasale is still on. You can wear almost anything you like on your wrist and you'll be just fine. Having said that, common sense still prevails. Avoid dark alleys that may compromise your safety and don't draw too much attention to your watch. If you go in a group, that would be fine. I wish you a pleasant stay in KL! (Oh and do consider Sarawak for something close to nature (forest) although trips to the islands in Peninsular Malaysia like Redang and Tioman would be great as well)

3 September 2010, 06:41 PM	#21
DD911 Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Det Location: Luxembourg Watch: Rolex YM Posts: 45	Gmt

3 September 2010, 06:45 PM	#22
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	I was in KL recently and wore my GMT IIc, no body noticed except the guys in china town.(where they sell the fakes) They thought I was wearing a very good copy

3 September 2010, 06:53 PM	#23
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	A heavily insured GMT...? .............................. Do you now see why I love TRF...(lol)

3 September 2010, 08:43 PM	#24
Lissage "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Europe Posts: 63	Panerai 005.

3 September 2010, 10:46 PM	#25
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Either the GMT or the PAM..

3 September 2010, 10:47 PM	#26
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	GMT insured.

3 September 2010, 11:38 PM	#27
karmatp "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Trevor Location: Arizona Posts: 5,740	Wear the fiver! __________________ My grails:

4 September 2010, 12:40 AM	#28
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	Oscar said PAM then it's a PAM!! Have a wonderful trip

4 September 2010, 12:56 AM	#29
jcatral14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Jay Location: NJ Watch: aholic Posts: 726	Malaysia's beautiful! I spent part of my childhood there Malaysia is very safe but use common sense PAM005 or GMT2C works but because you're traveling, I would lean towards the Rollie. Another benefit as a friend pointed out, if you are ever in a bind you can easily convert that to cash. Not so easy with a PAM Travel safe and have lots of fun! __________________ -Jay

4 September 2010, 01:52 AM	#30
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	Any would do, your choice really. Love the PAM005, but I hate winding up watches myself! ;-) I would probably go with the GMT, but the Panny comes close.

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