Hello Everybody! Some of you know me but many of you don't. My name is Frank, and I have been a Paneristi, Dallas chapter, for many years now. However, time constraints usually prohibit me from starting any posts (until right now).

My story begins when a good friend sold me his 88, and then I got the bug big time and added a 232.



Alas, while great watches, those 2 just didn't speak to me, so I changed it up a bit. The 88 and 232 turned into a 233, while the 390 and 372 are obviously more recent purchases.



Since then, I've collected a few other Panerai related goodies:







Well, I use to post with some frequency, but as it always turns out, the status quo is bound to change...I met the girl of my dreams, and for some reason (I believe it to be alcohol) she found it in her heart to give me a chance!



Fast forward 3 years to fall of 2012, and this is where our trip report begins...

Where are we?



Indeed, the wonderful Atlantis Hotel in Nassau, Bahamas! This was our first trip to any place with a large body of water (we are from Dallas, Texas) so of course we were super excited!







Ah, but that's not all. Little did she know, I had a surprise for her. I know you might be thinking, "did you buy her a Panerai!?!" The answer is yes and no, since what I did get her costs about the same as an SE Panerai, it was a tad bit smaller in size.



Just in case you were wondering, she said YES!!!

Of course we decided to wander around the Atlantis property for the rest of the day.







Hum...would this make a nice strap?



For our celebratory dinner, we went to arguably the best restaurant in Nassau, Cafe Martinique! And yes, she did call me a dork for doing these "watch" shots!



The Lobster for me:



And she had duck:



Over the next few days, we spent some wonderful time together and had lots of adventures around the island and surrounding cays/keys.













Yes, these are sharks, and yes, we did go snorkeling there!!



More lobster shots:





...and lots of other things that I didn't capture on film because I'm just not too good at keeping up with that. But worry not, I'll be sure to update you fine folks in the future, since my new journey has just begun!

Frank

Congrats and thanks for sharing



Montreal, Canada

I used your trip reports as inspiration!

Looks like a great place, great pics, great looking couple!

-Craig F

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Looks like you both had a wonderful time.

Thanks for sharing.

nt.

Congratulations .... Must not show this to Irma else she will want to go there ! Thanks for sharing



Salud !
S.Y.

I'm sure Irma would love to go, not too expensive from Dallas either.

and thanks for the great report.

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GUSH

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I thought Cafe Martinique was exquisite, top notch service and delicious food.



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Erleichda! Pura Vida!

but those cruise people ruin the ambiance sometimes. I thought Cafe Martinique was jacket required, but there were quite a few people in shorts/sandals. Not trying to be snobby, but we were just following the rules and were a little disappointed that it wasn't followed.

nt.

Great photos and a wonderful looking couple.

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i live in nassau. congrats on the engagement and i'm glad you guys had a great time while you were here! all the best.

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didn't know a gtg was a possibility! You have it good though with those prices offered at John Bull! If only they carried SE's...

yes, john bull is great and they actually do get special edition's from time to time. i have bought many pieces from them over the years and know the owners and managers well. they've always treated me generously.

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Congrats and God's Blessings as you both start your walk together.

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A good looking couple having fun in the island sun...Thanks for the great post!


"Life's an adventure, you might as well wear a Panerai"
Steve (steveroadking)


Richardson Hwy, Valdez, Alaska-- The Brooks Range via Dalton Hwy Alaska--Prudhoe Bay/Deadhorse Arctic Ocean Alaska--Dawson Cr, Mile Marker '0' Alaska Canadian Hwy Alberta Canada--Yukon Territory, Al Can Highway--Crossing the Yukon River via The George Black Ferry from Dawson City--Poker Creek, population 2, furthest northern border crossing in Alaska. The Forty Mile River Region/Top Of The World Highway

worked out ok though because I probably would have just come home with a terrible sunburn.

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Thanks for sharing your story with us! Next time I see you drinks are on me!



"You must choose, but choose wisely. For as the true Grail will bring you life, the false Grail will take it from you."

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impress & enjoy the fun and smile all over your face & your wife too!

Thank you for sharing and posting all this lovely pics, cheers

Regards

KenKan

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So much MORE than just a Watch

What Watch ,, it's the M8TES behind my brand that I LOVE ,, the Watch is just the GPS

A decade on ,, I COPY it now ,, More than EVER b4 >> it's a PANERAI behind every Panerai is a PANERISTI

And dat , SIMPLY blows me away ,, U Bet....................... BBQ Drew RIP

Feel the Passion ,, Respect the DNA ,, Cheers Beers ,,, Hoo Roo Hammer

That means a lot! She is a special lady and slowly becoming a Paneristi herself!

Best of luck for your future together! Looks like an amazing trip.

JRock

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...you lucky dog!

Looks like you guys had a blast. But I'm kinda pissed....I don't remember getting an invite?

Great pics bro!!

Hope to see you guys soon!!


Cheers!

Eddie "Sharkman" Sanchez

"It's all about the patina, Baby!"

P U R A V I D A !



The pleasure of what we enjoy is lost by wanting more ~ fortune cookie

sorry, it was a special occasion...you'll get the invite for the next one! When am I getting an invite to CR??? Went down there once and it was fantastic!

Djcjdm

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You are too kind.

Looks like a great trip!

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Community! So much more than a watch!

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JB in Shaker

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

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this great story of yours! Congrats to you and your better-half and I wish the two of you the happiest of futures!

Of course with a great start like this...

E

PS That lobster looked fabulous!

I know, I set the bar a little higher than I should have. I just couldn't help myself!

Thank you very much for sharing

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Congrads!

I've always wanted to check out Hawaii. Liz has been there and wants to go back! Maybe a gtg in the future?

report and fantastic time you've had in a fantastic place!!!

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Here's wishing the happy couple a great life together! More posts pls, the risti force is strong in you

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... She called you a dork for taking the watch-pics???? Are you sure you made the right choice LOL!!

Congratulations and best of luck.

Niklas - Valladolid, Spain

Breitling Colt Automatic - Oris BC3 - Panerai PAM111 - Zenith El Primero HW - Panerai PAM025 - Rolex Explorer II

gotten accustomed to wearing the 390, so it's just a short time before she starts following in my dorky footsteps!

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"Passion is something way beyond any explanation or imagination"