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Bisquitlips · 17 December 2008, 02:19 PM

I have been doing a lot of research and it appears to my newbie eyes that the Titanium models are not as hot as the SS?

Is this true and if so why?

I can see the advantages to having Titanium in a timepiece this large. Weight and comfort would seem to be nicer with this metal.

Educate me here.

JF23 · 17 December 2008, 02:44 PM

To me, they have a more casual look to them vs. the SS models. My golf instructor sports one on the OEM rubber and I think it look great on her.

Defiancekofb · 17 December 2008, 04:46 PM

Mine is titanium 240, I agree with the OP, the weight is definitely lighter than a full SS 44mm model. I will admit I do miss the bling factor of my 88, but still titanium is great if you don't want hairline scratches to show on the watch.

brainbizz · 17 December 2008, 10:35 PM

I like mine. They just have fewer models.

Bisquitlips · 18 December 2008, 12:50 AM

Great guys. But do they hold their values or are they more like the Rolex Cellini's?

WatchTimes · 18 December 2008, 12:59 AM

I like the Ti models as I fear beating up and knicking the shiny SS
finish.

Seems most of the ones I like are in the SS though.

I have avoided the Rolex GMT TTc due to the polished center links

eric23 · 18 December 2008, 01:09 AM

I like there Titanium Sub PAM25.

GBJIV · 18 December 2008, 02:12 AM

I have Titanium 177 - it holds up well. I bought mine in 2004 and from what I can tell - it has gained some pretty good value - I think I paid $3,800 for it. Now I think it is something like $5,600.

It holds up well to scratches and it is lighter. But, you have to like the look. It is less blingy and could be considered more casual.

That being said - to differentiate from my 177ti - my next PAM will not be Ti. More than likely SS unless Santa brings me White Gold or Platinum but, that is highly unlikey as I heard he lost all of his money in a huge ponzi scheme in New York... Some guy named Madoff? I don't know.

Anyway, get what you like! If that is ti... then so be it and enjoy it! I love mine. Now with new straps it's like a new watch!

mfer · 18 December 2008, 02:56 AM

Basically it is lighter and more satiny.

If you like that Ti is for you Richard. Both hold their value well!!!!!

If I were going the bracelet route, I'd get the Ti for sure, but I actually like the heft of the SS model, which is why I went 111 or 177.

So what did you try on the other day at the AD?????

rnmkr61 · 18 December 2008, 03:07 AM

I have the 279 and love it

mike · 18 December 2008, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by rnmkr61

I have the 279 and love it

Yep. I looked at one a week ago.....NICE!!

Trurolexer · 18 December 2008, 03:36 AM

I like BOTH.

Lubrifar · 19 December 2008, 02:25 PM

How many models are there in titanium? Can you members post a quick pics of your's with a model number please?

I saw one in 41mm couple months back with a blue dial, very nice.

dman · 19 December 2008, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Lubrifar

How many models are there in titanium? Can you members post a quick pics of your's with a model number please?

I saw one in 41mm couple months back with a blue dial, very nice.

In the historic line you have the 176 (Base) and 177 (Marina). There are also other automatic models both on bracelet and strap. 240 and others, not sure of the numbers.

Lubrifar · 20 December 2008, 07:11 AM

This is the one I saw in person ... PAM283 ... just beautiful!

http://www.newturfers.com/bin/mwf/to...tid=49705;pg=1

Timekiller · 24 December 2008, 02:08 PM

I may have missed a couple but following is a list of Titanium models released thus far: regular editions - 25, 55, 56, 61, 116, 117, 118, 176, 177, 240, 279, 282, 283

Special Editions - 36, 40, 60, 76, 82, 168, 202, 222, 225, 309, 322

To answer your question, given the sheer quantity of choices it is a safe assumption that Ti Panerai are popular. Else why the new additions to the line year in and year out?

argee1977 · 24 December 2008, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timekiller

I may have missed a couple but following is a list of Titanium models released thus far: regular editions - 25, 55, 56, 61, 116, 117, 118, 176, 177, 240, 279, 282, 283

Special Editions - 36, 40, 60, 76, 82, 168, 202, 222, 225, 309, 322

To answer your question, given the sheer quantity of choices it is a safe assumption that Ti Panerai are popular. Else why the new additions to the line year in and year out?

The 72 and 74 have Ti cases and SS tachy bezels, so does the 121 and 122

17 December 2008, 02:19 PM	#1
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	So are the Titanium models desirable? I have been doing a lot of research and it appears to my newbie eyes that the Titanium models are not as hot as the SS? Is this true and if so why? I can see the advantages to having Titanium in a timepiece this large. Weight and comfort would seem to be nicer with this metal. Educate me here. __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

17 December 2008, 10:35 PM	#4
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	I like mine. They just have fewer models. Attached Images

18 December 2008, 12:50 AM	#5
Bisquitlips 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,521	Great guys. But do they hold their values or are they more like the Rolex Cellini's? __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

18 December 2008, 12:59 AM	#6
WatchTimes 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: JYogi/Jeremy Location: Metro Detroit USA Watch: It's a Rolex! Posts: 5,787	I like the Ti models as I fear beating up and knicking the shiny SS finish. Seems most of the ones I like are in the SS though. I have avoided the Rolex GMT TTc due to the polished center links __________________ "You won't rise to the occasion - you'll default to your level of training." Barrett Tillman Kentucky Colonel, Tennessee Squire & Combat Leprechaun

18 December 2008, 02:12 AM	#8
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	I have Titanium 177 - it holds up well. I bought mine in 2004 and from what I can tell - it has gained some pretty good value - I think I paid $3,800 for it. Now I think it is something like $5,600. It holds up well to scratches and it is lighter. But, you have to like the look. It is less blingy and could be considered more casual. That being said - to differentiate from my 177ti - my next PAM will not be Ti. More than likely SS unless Santa brings me White Gold or Platinum but, that is highly unlikey as I heard he lost all of his money in a huge ponzi scheme in New York... Some guy named Madoff? I don't know. Anyway, get what you like! If that is ti... then so be it and enjoy it! I love mine. Now with new straps it's like a new watch! __________________ Jackson

17 December 2008, 02:44 PM	#2
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,899	To me, they have a more casual look to them vs. the SS models. My golf instructor sports one on the OEM rubber and I think it look great on her.

17 December 2008, 04:46 PM	#3
Defiancekofb "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: US Posts: 1,999	Mine is titanium 240, I agree with the OP, the weight is definitely lighter than a full SS 44mm model. I will admit I do miss the bling factor of my 88, but still titanium is great if you don't want hairline scratches to show on the watch.

18 December 2008, 01:09 AM	#7
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	I like there Titanium Sub PAM25.

18 December 2008, 02:56 AM	#9
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Basically it is lighter and more satiny. If you like that Ti is for you Richard. Both hold their value well!!!!! If I were going the bracelet route, I'd get the Ti for sure, but I actually like the heft of the SS model, which is why I went 111 or 177. So what did you try on the other day at the AD????? __________________ member#3242

18 December 2008, 03:07 AM	#10
rnmkr61 Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: AZ Watch: Daytona SS,PAM 279 Posts: 47	I have the 279 and love it

18 December 2008, 03:36 AM	#12
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	I like BOTH.

19 December 2008, 02:25 PM	#13
Lubrifar Banned Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Mr. T Location: anc/sfo Watch: for the signs! Posts: 776	How many models are there in titanium? Can you members post a quick pics of your's with a model number please? I saw one in 41mm couple months back with a blue dial, very nice.

20 December 2008, 07:11 AM	#15
Lubrifar Banned Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Mr. T Location: anc/sfo Watch: for the signs! Posts: 776	This is the one I saw in person ... PAM283 ... just beautiful! http://www.newturfers.com/bin/mwf/to...tid=49705;pg=1

24 December 2008, 02:08 PM	#16
Timekiller Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cali Posts: 59	I may have missed a couple but following is a list of Titanium models released thus far: regular editions - 25, 55, 56, 61, 116, 117, 118, 176, 177, 240, 279, 282, 283 Special Editions - 36, 40, 60, 76, 82, 168, 202, 222, 225, 309, 322 To answer your question, given the sheer quantity of choices it is a safe assumption that Ti Panerai are popular. Else why the new additions to the line year in and year out?

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