Panerai PAM 127

In 2002, Panerai released PAM 127 as a special edition. Panerai produced only 1950 pieces of PAM 127. It features 1950 case which based on the design of the Panerai in 1950's.  There is '1950' on the dial above 6 o'clock. As there are many things related to number '1950', members of watch enthusiastic communities give a nickname to the PAM 127 as the 'Fiddy'. The word ' Fiddy' comes from 'Fifty' in '1950'.

I like everything about this watch.

1. 47 mm case size, big and cool

2. Domed sapphire crystal

3. Crown lever open from bottom, cool and different

4. No missing number, 3 6 9 12 are there

5. Small second at 9 O'clock

6. Golden hands

7. Sandwich dial

8. Superluminova glows like neon

9. Display caseback

10.  Cool , it's just Cool!!!

PAM127 'Fiddy' with Caitlin2  strap from Gunny Straps

Panerai PAM 532 Limited Edition "Paneristi Forever" Photo review

Panerai PAM 532 is the third model that Panerai made for a PAM community, Paneristi.com. The first one was PAM 195 and then PAM 360. All of them are BLACK. The watch case made of DLC coated stainless steel.

Today, I just got my PAM 532. Some quick photos go below:

PAM 532 "Paneristi Forever"

Panerai PAM 532 "Paneristi Forever"

This case style has a name - 1940 case - as it was firstly used in 1940. The vintage panerai , 6154 , has this case style. It's very cool!.

One thing that the owner should know, PAM 532 uses springbars (not screws) for attaching strap to the watch. I use spingbar tool to remove the strap. It's an easy task to do.

Panerai PAM 532 "Paneristi Forever" with Springbars

This watch is a limited edition of 500 pieces.

Lume Shots

It's known that the Luminova dials on Officine Panerai watches illuminate like fluorescent lamps. I can say that the Luminova on Panerai is second to none. Let's see what they look like

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PAM 232

PAM 249

PAM 127

Wotancraft Panerai Strap : An impression

Wotancraft produces many nice straps for Panerai. Most of their straps are made to generate vintage/old looks on your Panerai. The one I have ordered is the limited edition of 20 straps. Its name is "The X.M.A.S Originale", price: USD 289. I intend to use it with my PAM 127. It took about 2 weeks for delivery.

The package was sent to me via EMS

Inside the package

There is a box inside the package. It's strap box.

When the box is opened, you will see a small leather pouch and a card .

When the pouch is opened, you will see the strap and a submarine key holder (actually I bought this strap because of this key holder hehe :P )

The strap and the key holder are secured in plastic seal. This is the best strap package for my experience.

The strap is highest quality. The leather and color are just what I was expecting. The stitching is the professional work. There are many vintage look straps but I think Wotancraft's strap is second to none. I can use the pouch to carry a watch as well but need to wrap the watch with soft cloth before put it in the pouch.

Mine is number 7/20. Yes, there are only 20 straps in the world.. nice !

On my PAM 127

I just love this strap!

PAM 127 Video Review (in Thai)

Just a quick video review of a PAM 127

PAM 249 and Dievas Photo comparison

This type of dial is called California Dial. This is because the dial maker is located in California. There are many watches that have California Dial but the most famous one is OFFICINE PANERAI PAM 249 and PAM 262 (Platinum case and very expensive). However the PAM 249 is not cheap, its price is around USD 12K-15K depending on the condition (as of the 23 June 2010) . There is a cheaper watch which looks similar to PAM 249. It's Dievas Kampfschwimmer (Kampfschwimmer: Combat Swimmer ) which is much cheaper.

Below photos are the comparison shots of PAM 249 and the Dievas Kampfschwimmer (Click on the photo to see bigger image)

Dial: PAM 249 is on the left , Dievas is on the right. They are limilar

Case side: PAM 249 is on the left, Dievas is a little bit thicker

Case side: PAM 249 is on top


Another side of the case: PAM 249 is on the left, Dievas is on the right

Movement: PAM 249 is on the left, Dievas is on the right. The are both UNITAS 6497 but Panerai has modified by adding power reserve to 56-hour and Swan Neck regulator.


As you can see, they are both very similar. You can choose which one as you like.

Photo review Panerai PAM127

Panerai PAM 127 is my grail watch. I have it for a while but I'm too busy to take photos and write a long review. This post is just to show some photos of the PAM 127. Click on the photo for bigger image.

Kevin strap makes it more attractive.


Hand driven movement : Panerai OP XI (a modified UNITAS 6497)



PAM 127 On strapworks


Wristshot: 47mm PANERAI is just great on my 7.5 in. wrist.


Nightshot. The Superluminova is glowing in the dark.


The specification of this 'fiddy' is as the following:


Unique edition of 1950 units

Movement: hand-wound mechanical, Panerai OP XI calibre with swan's neck regulator, 16½ lignes, 17 jewels, PANERAI bridges. Glucydur® balance with Nivarox® I, spring, 21,600 alternations/hour. Incabloc® anti-shock device.
Power reserve 56 hours. Chronometer Certificate (C.O.S.C.).

Functions: hours, minutes, seconds.
Case: diameter 47 mm, AISI 316L brushed steel.
Bezel: polished steel.
Back: see-through sapphire crystal.
Crown guard: (registered Trade Mark) in brushed steel.
Dial: black with luminous markers and Arabic numerals at the quarters. Small seconds dial at 9 o'clock. Marking 1950 at 6 o'clock.
Crystal: sapphire, made from corundum, 2 mm thick. Anti-reflective coating.
Water resistance: 100 metres.
Strap: hand-sewn leather with steel buckle personalised PANERAI.

PAM 127 has 26mm lug width. So, it needs 26mm panerai strap.
Why PAM 127 is so popular among paneristi? I think it's because PAM 127 is the most resemble to the 6152/1, the vintage Panerai. The 6152/1 is very difficult to find and its price is at the top of Everest. So, PAM 127 is an affordable version of 6152/1. Anyway, at the time that I'm writing this article, I see PAM 127 is pricing around USD 20,000 - 22,500 depending on its conditions.

Review Panerai PAM 249

I took photos of my Panerai PAM 249 and just had a chance to compose a review (in Thai). Click on the photo to access the PAM 249 California Dial review. Please take a look, viewing photos just worth your click.

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