47mm submersible and 40mm submariner - a good match?

[KeWa]

I am the very satisfied owner of a 47mm Panerai Submersible, however, I see myself starring at pictures of rolex Submariner 114060 again and again. My main concern is the size. 40mm is a lot smaller than 47mm. Do any of you swap between e.g. a 47mm PAM and a 40mm sub? How does this work out sizewise for you?

Sporting my every watch: a 47mm PAM305


Trying on a 40mm 114060 at the AD


PS: DeepSea is not an option for me at the current time because of financial shortcomings.

[Presa canary]

I'll think you'll do just fine switching back and forth.... As far as a good match? I don't care for panerai all that much, but that sub looks spectacular

[thsiao]

I have both (though my Sub is the green version) and they work well for different occasions. The Sub is obviously much smaller and could pass for more formal events. The 305 is definitely more sporty and would work well for weekends and night outs.

[jlsmith1970]

I've recently sold my Hulk due to me not being able to get used to the size after wearing my 47mm 422.

Was previously a big rolex fan after owning a number of models but have switched to Panerai

[Time Collector]

Although I only had my 305 for a couple of days, I did own Two 47 mm watches while switching to my Sub/Date for everyday use. I found that if your wrist can handle the 47 mm and doesn't dwarf the 40 mm sub, you can pull it off switching from the 305 to the sub without noticing a difference in weight that is. Trying to tuck this thing under your suit sleeve is another story.

[Travelller]

Although not quite the same, the transition from 44mm to 40mm is fine; then again my SD is a bit thicker than the Sub and with bracelet, weighs roughly the same (144g) as my 233

[Time Collector]

Originally Posted by Travelller

Although not quite the same, the transition from 44mm to 40mm is fine; then again my SD is a bit thicker than the Sub and with bracelet, weighs roughly the same (144g) as my 233

That is not fair that you posted your pictures under mine. It make my pictures look like I took them with a 1 mega-pixel camera in an alley.
All joking aside, Great shots.

[red1108nyc]

Originally Posted by Travelller

Although not quite the same, the transition from 44mm to 40mm is fine; then again my SD is a bit thicker than the Sub and with bracelet, weighs roughly the same (144g) as my 233

What a great side by side shots! 2 of my favorites!

Best,

Fred

[kilyung]

I go from 47mm to 40mm all the time but then I've got a 6.5" wrist so it doesn't bug me at all. I think the sub looks good on you.

[1st amg]

I had the same issues going from panerai to Rolex. When I discovered the DSSD and its comparable size I knew that was the Rolex for me. I say if you already have a doubt you may never get past it. Wait and save a few more bucks and get the one you won't have a doubt worm.

[mborkow]

Going from 40 to 47 isn't a problem...but Panerai submersible and a Sub seems like a lot of overlap. I'd recommend a different Rolex (GMT, Explorer II, DJ2) to switch it up a little bit more.

[Cru Jones]

Both look great to me.

[KeWa]

Thanks for all your feedback. I think I will wait a couple of weeks, and if the 114060 still haunts me, then I'll go to the AD and try it on again.

And for the record: I have used my 305 with a suit :)

[travisb]

Yes. Yes. Yes! The 2 can definately co-exist.
A Rolex Sub is a great alternative.
No issues here going 47 to 40 and vice versa.

On a side not, you mentioned not having funds for a Deepsea at this time. Do you prefer it? If so, I'd save up.

[KeWa]

I am not sure if I prefer the DeepSea. Actually I do have money to buy it, but I think I want a less expensive - and smaller - watch, I can use 'without worrying' that I bang it into things that leave marks.

[mborkow]

Originally Posted by KeWa

I want a less expensive - and smaller - watch, I can use 'without worrying' that I bang it into things that leave marks.

In that case, get a used 14060 or 14060m. I'd check what Jacek has for sale. For what it is worth, I wore my 305 all yesterday and this AM have on my GMT IIc and it does not feel even the slightest bit too small.

[Survivor]

Why not go a tad bigger and buy a DSSD??????

[kilyung]

Or a 44mm YM2

[salty_snack]

The sub is a true gentlemens watch. Anything over 42 mm without good reason (complications) is ridiculous.

In other words, please start wearing the sub.

[SixPak]

I agree with everyone there should be no issue going 47 <---> 40mm. Both look great on your wrist.

[Travelller]

Originally Posted by salty_snack

... Anything over 42 mm without good reason (complications) is ridiculous...

This is the Panerai subforum, Last time I checked... meaning while you're certainly entitled to your opinion, you will most certainly be among the minority...

The 372 - a two-hands 47mm Panerai is probably the most popular model today ... for good reason

[salty_snack]

Originally Posted by Travelller

This is the Panerai subforum, Last time I checked... meaning while you're certainly entitled to your opinion, you will most certainly be among the minority...

The 372 - a two-hands 47mm Panerai is probably the most popular model today ... for good reason

I though Panerai made at least a few sub 45 mm watches... Those I can appreciate. Its truly unfortunate that such monstrosities as a 47mm wrist watch are even made. Where has class and restraint gone these days?

[Cru Jones]

Originally Posted by salty_snack

I though Panerai made at least a few sub 45 mm watches... Those I can appreciate. Its truly unfortunate that such monstrosities as a 47mm wrist watch are even made. Where has class and restraint gone these days?

That's a good question you might want to ask of yourself.

[advocatia]

Originally Posted by salty_snack

I though Panerai made at least a few sub 45 mm watches... Those I can appreciate. Its truly unfortunate that such monstrosities as a 47mm wrist watch are even made. Where has class and restraint gone these days?

I might have phrased that a bit more artfully.

[KeWa]

Concerning DSSD and YM2 see my last post ;)

[apeogre]

With your wrists, I'd stick with Panerai. Subs are nice, but if I could get away with 47mm on a daily basis, I might. I wear a 177 and a LVC with no problems with either of them. Though, lately the 177 is getting more wrist time. Love the 305 by the way.

[advocatia]

After my 422, any Rolex looked and felt small on me. Came to realize though that the 422 on a leather strap does not work everyday or on every occasion for me.

Purchased a SS GMT2C as a golf, beach, rainy day watch and am loving it. Does it look considerably smaller than the 422? Of course it does. But I find it to be a more than welcome change of pace and I am really enjoying both very much. As posted here before, it's all about variety.

40 and 47 can co-exist quite nicely IMHO.

[alexlt730512]

305 is great sub for sure

[mfer]

I wear 39mm to 47mm no problem.





Regarding "class", everyone is entitled to their opinion. I for one think in these situations it is better to not say anything.

[red1108nyc]

I switch from 40mm to 45mm a lot and I have a tiny wrist at 6.5 inches. Diversity is a good thing!