Hi all,

another post from paradise, even if our way back was close there were still some activities at monday, when most of us had to say "Good bye Hamilton Island...!"


Before Asi left Hamilton Island, I had to take a photo of his JLC (that's the OT part of this posting ) - what a stunning piece!


Hammer time - all in!


Some frogmen returned from their "snorkeling mission" on catseye beach.


Time ran so fast and not soon later, we were having our last dinner, PAM80 included. I saw it only one time before at the Portofino boutique years ago. Jumping seconds Panerai, defo a rare bird...!


Hagen, Shella's sister, Shella itself, Hagen's wife and Kerwin.


The Hammer family.


Gush and Hammer were sending some serious picture greetings to Covac


Tuesday. One last view to the catseye beach before checkout... gonna miss it for sure


...before this bird brought us back safely to Brisbane.


Performed "highway to the danger zone" - LOL - and arrived at Hammer's place.


...erm... okay!


Matching cookies!


Kids were happy and had a great time...


...while BBQ was prepared. Solid food soon to come! Yummi!


Meanwhile in Hammer's place, Gary gave us "the watchmaker in shorts".


We had some snacks and drinks as well and soon later, Jose, Shella and her sister arrived to join the BBQ as well.


"Just a little plate" - OMG! Chicken, sausages, steak and ...kangaroo!


...yummi - kangaroo tasted well, youbet!


Winston came to Hammer's place as well. The party seemed to never stop


Even Darth Vader was there ....S C A R Y ! LMAO


Baxter was thrilled...!


Got some chocolates from Bernie for dessert, which soon later dissapeared...


"tastes AWESOME"


"want some more?"


...nearly all gone! Gary and Dee - who got the last one?


After the BBQ we went to Hammer's workshop for getting a little tour. Needless to say, I think Umberto did a great job on my 6152/1 - still pretty accurate.


Gary and Winston - thumbs up for another great evening down under.


Hammer found a good place for his latest collectible piece which I muled down under on my trip.

We had another great day, youbet. The hospitality by Hammer and his family at their place was just outstanding.

Thanks for looking so far and stay tuned for 10.9
Volker

representin' the DNA of Panerai

That JLC is a cracking machine. Love your posts, keep them coming Volker!



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It is a happy circumstance that when nature gives us true burning desires, she also gives us the means to satisfy them
- E. Seykota

Applauses for Hammer and the DU crews for the successful P-day 10!!!

Cheers
HongT

- Q -

Panerai....So Much More Than Just A Watch!!

Thanks a bunch V for posting all the pics! Even more jealous now!

What fantastic posts, I feel as though I have been with you all on this journey to the upside down world.
Great seeing everybody enjoying the trips & nice to see Alan and helpers putting on a fantastic show.
I nearly met Alan in 2005 but feel I have done now with Gush's 3646.

Best to all

Graham

You gotta do the dishes

Looks like great times at casa hammer, have a safe journey home!

Cheers and best from the holyland,

~Asi~

Really enjoy all the reports!! From part 1 to part 9, it is all fantasctic pictures and actions. Thank you very very much!!

Steve@Seattle


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Thank you for sharing . As usual your report are amazing .
A wonderfull p-Day . Congratulations
I don't know where will be next year but I hope to be there this time
Happy to see you Hammer and all the othres so happy

Ciao

Vanni

I will of course pay for any direct injury caused by the horror!!

Looks like the good times keep rolling Volker - Party on m8 : )))

GUSH

Chris
London
YNWA

"The proper office of a friend is to side with you when you are in the wrong. Nearly anybody will side with you when you are in the right" Mark Twain

...konnte man aus der Ferne doch ein bisschen teilhaben. Tolle Bilder und schöne Eindrücke!

Gruß aus Hamburg
Andre



Andre / Hamburg (Germany)

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I loved the Hammer Collectibles!! AMAZING !!!

Cheers!
Wagner Malfatti De Conto

Very nice pics of a wonderful evening !!

Many Thanks to Hammer & his family for their kindness + generous hospitalty !!


Cheers
Jose

Thanks again, Volker! You are the man on the scene. Looks like the party kept on going.



-luke

I have throughly enjoyed every single one of your posts! Must have been a once in a lifetime trip

Cheers!

TC