Panerai PAM00382 VS Factory Review

Panerai Wristwatch PAM00382 model is produced by VS Factory with a special alloy bronze case, standard case diameter and Super Clone P.9000 movement architecture. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

Moreover, it became one of the most talked about watches without ever losing its popularity. Panerai also released other models in 2017; such as 671 with a blue dial with bronze material. But the interest of this model still lagged behind PAM382! It is not difficult to understand this; Because Panerai 382 is more than enough to attract attention with its solid and flashy design!

Case and Body Workmanship

As the watch is used, time leaves traces of oxidation on the case. This oxidation varies with conditions such as temperature and humidity; It bears witness to the ups and downs the wearer experiences, making each 382 a unique piece!

Since VS Factory also uses the same material as the original, many people will ask the same question as me when you first hold PAM382: I bought a new watch, why does it look old? The reason for this is oxidation!

First, let me talk about the unique feature of this bronze material. Bronze is a material that oxidizes easily; It oxidizes when it comes into contact with air or water. So after wearing for a while, the bronze surface will gradually darken a little. Some people who like to tinker with watches use oxidizing agents to create green rust in the bronze, then remove it with reducing agents. So, the possibility of tampering with this bronze watch is quite high!

People who do not like their watches to become dark and dull should be careful when choosing this model. It should also be noted that the oxidation result is different for everyone who wears PAM382, depending on the different environment, temperature and humidity. At the same time, you can control the oxidation according to your personal taste and achieve the result you want; This is extremely enjoyable. That's what makes PAM382 so attractive!

The case material is of course bronze, which has a lot of vintage flair. As a replica watch, the materials are as faithful to the original as possible and the design style of the original is maintained! Manufactured by VS Factory, Panerai's classic sandwich case has a large winding protective bridge design on the side of the case. One-piece brushed workmanship is used on the side surface of the case. Since VS Factory knows the oxidation properties of bronze well, unique patterns are formed depending on the usage environment. The middle body and lugs of the case are produced in one piece; they complement each other. The entire case is full of bronze texture and deserves the title of "bronze warrior". VS Factory has handled every workmanship detail and every corner extremely skillfully.

The bezel is, of course, one of the crucial points of the watch. The bronze oxidation effect on the bezel is very noticeable and almost resembles post-war scars. A luminous lume dot is placed at 12 o'clock, while the other eleven hour markers are arranged in uneven harmony. The first fifteen minutes of the bezel are decorated with black hour markers and their depth is the same as the original. The serrated wheel on the edge of the matte bezel is also meticulously processed; The "rust feeling" on the VS Factory's bezel gradually spreads evenly over time.

Dial and Hand Details

Dial design with small seconds display. It's very simple, with bronze-coloured hour markers on a matte, brushed black dial. At 12 o'clock is Panerai's series name; The white font is clear and simple. A black-backed date window is placed at 3 o'clock; It has a layered appearance and clear writing.

The bronze material flat winding crown is surrounded by an elegant protective bridge design; This increases security considerably. The triangular groove pattern on the edge makes it even easier for the user to adjust and wind the watch. The bronze protective bridge becomes more resistant to scratches after a one-piece brushing process and reflects the vintage atmosphere from the inside out.

Movement and Caliber Performance

The transparent case back has a twelve-sided design; This makes the entire mechanism look extremely elegant. VS Factory's original mastery has meticulously reproduced the patterns on the edge of the case back. The depth of the brand name engraved on the edge is the same as the original; The OP logo and model number in the middle of the case back are also very clear. The same sapphire glass as the watch glass is used in the middle part. The entire case back is compliant and just like the original.

VS Factory Panerai PAM382 bronze material V2 version watch uses the P9000 movement replicated by VS. The position of the balance wheel is reproduced with high fidelity and is aligned with the original. Regarding date setting, VS Factory version allows both forward and backward setting. The writings on the mechanism details are clear; These are the points where other small workshops cannot compare with VS Factory.