Archimede Outdoor Protect and PVD Review
A couple of years ago, we got the chance to review the Archimede Outdoor. We were impressed back then, but in the years that have past, have longed to revisit the watch. Not simply because we missed it, which we did, but because in those 2 years, we've seen so many watches that I kept thinking, "wow, the Outdoor was really unique… Perhaps more unique than we gave it credit for originally." Which is true, there isn't anything else quite like the Outdoor; it's a daily watch, a tool watch, a field watch, a sport watch…all wrapped up into a compact, understated and well-priced package.If that weren't enough, they've also released two new versions of the watch, one of which replaced the version we originally reviewed. The new versions are the Protect, which features a hardened steel case (more on that later) and the PVD, which is simply PVD coated. They also had released a full-lume dial option at some point, which seemed worth examining. So, today we're going to look at one of

Traded 15400 steel for gold
Traded my black dial 15400 steel and a couple other pieces for the blue dial 15400 rose gold. Dial is hard to capture - very dark and similar to the 15202 blue dial. Goes from black to deep blue depending on the light.

sticker shocked!
Was at the AP store in NYC, was talking to one of sales ladies and asked her about the ceramic 44mm roo. She took my email and asked if I wanted to be on the waiting list. Just opened the email and it read Thankyou for the inquiries on the all ceramic 44 mm roo inclosed are some pictures and the price 41,300!!!! Does anyone else feel that it's a bit overpriced?

Buying my first Pam.... A 005
I'm taking the plunge and going to buy my first new Panerai...a Pam005. I'm frugal and looking for a good deal. I know a lot of you will say that finding one in stock from an AD is a good deal in itself, but I'm wondering what kind of discount I should expect. The one I've located has been quoted to be for $4900, that's $500 off of the $5400 retail price. Is this a good price for a BNIB from a dealer? Any insight is much appreciated!Thanks!

questions re: early PAM24 models...
looking to add one of these to my rotation...could anyone answer some questionswhat was the last serial letter for the polished bezel PAM24?also curious as to price range....i saw one from the E series recently a little dinged up for around 4k, also it seems like the A series commands a premium in the 6-8k range?all input is appreciated thanks