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do you know if the 292 is a limited edition or a regular production?

 

horseman,

nice watch that you're looking to purchase. I haven't seen it. I would recommend the radiomirs as dressier watch for work, more so than perhaps the 005 marina, base models with the crown protectors.  Since I haven't seen a radiomir with ceramic, its hard to say if how the ceramic case would look in a work environment.  I think of watches in general as jewelry.  So it's all good. Radiomirs wear handsome.  I think of models with crown protectors like the base or marina as "rugged" looking.  Also I find the base, marina models are hard to wear with dress shirts, something to consider.  I own a ceramic watch and it's very stealthy and understated.

My personal opinion and I know others have their perspective,  probably well thought out by my thoughts are that the case metal adds to the style

Gold/Platinum - only special occasions or events, (scratches very easily), IMO very bling.bling

Steel - daily wearer, subject to some scratching depending on the steel. but can be worn on all occasions.

PVD - is a coating, sratches easily and subject to scratching off.  I wear it often

Ceramic is throughout case - I think the 292 is made of zirconium ceramic, which i believe is impervious to scratching or cracking: my ceramic (non Panerai) case cannot be scratched however can crack if dropped on a tile floor.

I'm not sure if I've helped but my opinion.

Welcome to the board,  I hope this was helpful.  I'm sure others can be more helpful

Best Regards,

-David 

 

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By: Horseman : January 1st, 2008-08:45
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By: Horseman : January 1st, 2008-18:20
Hi Anthony, In terms of PAM, this is going to be my first, I have only started liking their watches recently. I welcome all sorts of suggestions to a PAM newbie! Actually what I am looking for is a somewhat "dressier" watch which I can wear to work or som... 

do you know if the 292 is a limited edition or a regular production?

 
By: davilo : January 1st, 2008-20:12
horseman, nice watch that you're looking to purchase. I haven't seen it. I would recommend the radiomirs as dressier watch for work, more so than perhaps the 005 marina, base models with the crown protectors. Since I haven't seen a radiomir with ceramic, ... 

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By: Horseman : January 2nd, 2008-05:29
Hi David, Really thanks for sharing!! As far as I know it is said to be limited to 1000pcs only, but not sure if that's for the first year quota or representing the entire production. I do agree with you in many ways regarding the pros and cons of differe... 

Probably, you have answed your question.. PAM183..

 
By: colantotte : January 2nd, 2008-09:14
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By: Asimut : January 2nd, 2008-19:58
is closer to the roots. There is no "Blackseal' in Panerai history and the name has no significance (unless you call the pre-V era in the mid 1990's as 'history',,,,). The history of the Radiomir is the Ref. 3646, base, simple and clean. If you want to co... 

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By: Andy : January 4th, 2008-11:14
210 on a tan gator strap....have a look a couple of threads down called "Tasty Shots.. ". Also just looking at the current Panerai catalogue and they show the 183 on a tan leather strap...I would definately go for a tan strap if I get a 210. Andy.

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By: Horseman : January 5th, 2008-11:52
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