Incoming - PAM 682

[JR16]

Thanks to everyone on this and main forum for their advise. Was able to score a good deal on the 682, and for me it’s a 42mm or nothing given my cursed small wrists! Second day on the wrist and super comfortable. Was debating between this and Hulk but I have a SubC date (LN) and will wait for Hulk prices to come back to reality once Rolex starts supplying ADs in a few months. Happy new year everyone !




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[nick c]

Beautiful piece! Congratulations

[fullcourt]

congrats....enjoy

[DCheeta]

Lovely, congrats! I think this one will be a big success for Panerai.

[Cru Jones]

This one is such a winner! Congratulations on a great watch.

[MrTito]

Massively jealous! Please put a review together if you get the time! Enjoy

[JR16]

Originally Posted by MrTito

Massively jealous! Please put a review together if you get the time! Enjoy

Thanks everyone!
I think this is a great timepiece, so far my favorite panerai, but I tend to be biased toward dive watches in general. Here’s a super brief review: for my +/-6.75’inch wrist, this is a great size. I think panerai is smart in introducing more 42mm watches each year , especially this one which is virtually identical to its bigger brother. A 44mm panerai or larger just looks silly on my wrist. It is extremely comfortable, equally so to my SubC date. The rubber strap is awesome, very soft and confirms to the wrist. The only annoying part for me is they the tail is a little long without a second keeper to hold it in place . I’m using second to last hole. The case itself is beautiful - all brushed. When paired with the brushed SS bezel which is uncluttered compared w some other watches w SS timing bezels, it has a really cool look. The contrast between the cook tone of steel and the matte black dial is just awesome . And the touch of blue on the seconds subdial is a nice addition. The dial markers and hands are unobtrusive and give it a no-fuss, super easy to read appearance which I love. The datewheel is black and blends in. So if you’re not a date guy/gal, I don’t think it will bother you. The crystal is slightly domed w anti-reflective treatmenT, making the dial easy to gaze at from any angle. On the back, you can see the movement through the display crystal - looks nice but as we know , panerai doesn’t finish their movements “fancy” so looks very utilitarian . For me, I like that the clear back probably shaves a few grams off the overall weight. The watch was set before shipment on this past Tuesday and is keeping near perfect time.

Overall, fantastic timepiece. Priced around same as SubC date but can get at discount. I’m sure many people may be decided beteeen the two 300m divers. I still would go SubC first . As I mentioned for me I was deciding between another sub (Hulk) or my first submersible. Especially given the state of current prices , I am happy w my choice after week 1.


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[r8t3d_M]

Very nice..congratulations!!

[HauteHorlogerie]

Originally Posted by JR16

Thanks everyone!
I think this is a great timepiece, so far my favorite panerai, but I tend to be biased toward dive watches in general. Here’s a super brief review: for my +/-6.75’inch wrist, this is a great size. I think panerai is smart in introducing more 42mm watches each year , especially this one which is virtually identical to its bigger brother. A 44mm panerai or larger just looks silly on my wrist. It is extremely comfortable, equally so to my SubC date. The rubber strap is awesome, very soft and confirms to the wrist. The only annoying part for me is they the tail is a little long without a second keeper to hold it in place . I’m using second to last hole. The case itself is beautiful - all brushed. When paired with the brushed SS bezel which is uncluttered compared w some other watches w SS timing bezels, it has a really cool look. The contrast between the cook tone of steel and the matte black dial is just awesome . And the touch of blue on the seconds subdial is a nice addition. The dial markers and hands are unobtrusive and give it a no-fuss, super easy to read appearance which I love. The datewheel is black and blends in. So if you’re not a date guy/gal, I don’t think it will bother you. The crystal is slightly domed w anti-reflective treatmenT, making the dial easy to gaze at from any angle. On the back, you can see the movement through the display crystal - looks nice but as we know , panerai doesn’t finish their movements “fancy” so looks very utilitarian . For me, I like that the clear back probably shaves a few grams off the overall weight. The watch was set before shipment on this past Tuesday and is keeping near perfect time.

Overall, fantastic timepiece. Priced around same as SubC date but can get at discount. I’m sure many people may be decided beteeen the two 300m divers. I still would go SubC first . As I mentioned for me I was deciding between another sub (Hulk) or my first submersible. Especially given the state of current prices , I am happy w my choice after week 1.


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Couldn’t agree more, I have a 114060 and this plus a Daytona C black. I swapped my omega 300 ti and some straps and picked up a 682 with some other straps form the e-boutique. I couldn’t be happier. I have always loved the 1950’s submersible but 47mm was way to big. I secretly hoped they did a 44... but a 42mm caught me completely off guard last SIHH. When I saw it announced I knew I had to have one. My AD gave me a good deal too. The extra straps I gladly paid list for online. I most say, it’s super cool to have a 1950’s submersible that wears so well. Still love my 114060 more but this is a super fun watch and with the blue and orange straps I got it has gotten so many compliments from random people all holiday week. I hope Panerai does a carbotech or a bronze in 42mm now hahaha, doubt it will happen but a guy can dream!

[HauteHorlogerie]

Nice mine says hi!

[profess1]

Looks great! Want one myself!

[brandrea]

Very nice, congratulations

[Rolexavidfan]

Congrats JR16! Welcome to the 42mm Panerai club!

Wow! Never imagine that there’ll be a 42mm Subs for the brand. Looking at the dial - it is perfectly balance: two liners at both 12 and 6 o’clock and the 12 and 6 index markers as well. The date is also very eligible from any angle, which was accentuated by the blue second hand on the opposite side.

I’m really glad you’re enjoying your Pam tremendously as I do with my Due. I really think Pam did the right thing to introduce these changes to their Luminor line. And they created a new segment for those customers who wanted the allure of the Pam but cannot hack the size, and these customers also include some returnees like myself.

It is a change that I have longed for and glad they finally took that direction. It’s a change that may also take some time of getting used to for some folks. But hey they branded it differently for better product differentiation targeted at some segments and I have no issue on that.

With the new Pam CEO coming on board next quarter, I am equally excited on the forthcoming changes that will be introduced to the brand.

Happy holidays!


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[JR16]

Originally Posted by Rolexavidfan

Congrats JR16! Welcome to the 42mm Panerai club!

Wow! Never imagine that there’ll be a 42mm Subs for the brand. Looking at the dial - it is perfectly balance: two liners at both 12 and 6 o’clock and the 12 and 6 index markers as well. The date is also very eligible from any angle, which was accentuated by the blue second hand on the opposite side.

I’m really glad you’re enjoying your Pam tremendously as I do with my Due. I really think Pam did the right thing to introduce these changes to their Luminor line. And they created a new segment for those customers who wanted the allure of the Pam but cannot hack the size, and these customers also include some returnees like myself.

It is a change that I have longed for and glad they finally took that direction. It’s a change that may also take some time of getting used to for some folks. But hey they branded it differently for better product differentiation targeted at some segments and I have no issue on that.

With the new Pam CEO coming on board next quarter, I am equally excited on the forthcoming changes that will be introduced to the brand.

Happy holidays!


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Thanks for pointing out some of the small details I didn’t fully appreciate! Happy New Year!


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[xwalker4]

That looks great on you - fantastic choice!

[Mastergreenhand]

I really like this one. It’s tempting me to buy a PAM again.

[1William]

Very nice.

[Urosfan]

Congrats

[zlin08033]

Looks great on you, congrats!

[DonnieD]

Congrats on a great pick up!! Mine says hi


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[Uppersouth]

Congratulations! You made a great choice with the 42mm!

[JR16]

Originally Posted by DonnieD

Congrats on a great pick up!! Mine says hi


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Nice snow-diver!


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[p_mcgee]

Originally Posted by JR16

Nice snow-diver!


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Nice picture, Sargeant!

[Spencer]

Gorgeous watch, congrats. Have had my eye on one for a while now....

[WatchObsess]

Congrats! Wear it in good health!

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[Hairdude1]

Congrats

[aperna]

That watch is on my radar! Great choice

[Swatz]

Congratulation, wear in good health.

[Ruud Van Driver]

That's proper, what a great pick up. Looks great on you, congrats

[Nevets750]

I'm on the verge of picking up a 682 but have put on the brakes after reading about it's bezel having too much play and being too loose. I came across this thread on the 682 so I'm looking for input. Has anyone had an issue with the bezel? Thanks so much for any input!!