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mjtql · 8 February 2009, 08:44 AM

Hi all,
Went in to the AD to do some browsing and they just starting carrying the Panerai line. These watches look great in person! I couldn't help myself and ended up buying it on the spot. I know these watches are great but I haven't done a lot of research on this particular model. If anyone has good info on this model, please share

I'll get some pics up shortly.

Thanks,
Mike

watchhh · 8 February 2009, 09:53 AM

Hi Mike.Got the same model that you had just bought.It's a Luminor Marina(with the seconds hand),and also with a display back.Since you just bought it recently,it's most likely the one with a sandwich dial.Earlier models(up to the G models-pertaining to the year of production)has the dial with painted numbers.With a case size of 44mm,it is a manual wound ETA 6497/2(56 hours power reserve).It belongs to the historic line of collection from Panerai.If you plan to buy several Pams,this is a good starting point.Next project for you? Strap collecting

JF23 · 8 February 2009, 11:31 AM

Congrats on your purchase Mike, great choice

You can find info on the 111 here under specifications.

Now let's see those obligatory pics!!!

mjtql · 8 February 2009, 11:59 AM

Thanks for the info. Is there a difference b/w this model and the PAM104 aside from it being an automatic and having a date or are they essentially the same watch? Also, is the 104 harder to obtain than the 111? Thanks again.

watchhh · 8 February 2009, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by mjtql

Thanks for the info. Is there a difference b/w this model and the PAM104 aside from it being an automatic and having a date or are they essentially the same watch? Also, is the 104 harder to obtain than the 111? Thanks again.

Aside from the 2 things you have noted,the 111 has a display back and the later models(for 111) have the sandwich dial,the 104 has a solid caseback and painted dial.That's about it.Availability for both models is quite similar I would like to assume.:)

GBJIV · 8 February 2009, 11:43 AM

Yeah, that is one that you won't regret. Awesome choice! Strap time....

Have fun with it. Welcome...

marshallr47 · 8 February 2009, 12:09 PM

Mike,
A big congrats on your 111. Great looking watch. I was able to fine a 104 fairly easy and for a decent price. Enjoy yours for many years to come.

Trurolexer · 8 February 2009, 02:05 PM

WELCOME TO THE PANERAI WORLD!!!

111 is a GREAT choice!!!

Now time for hunt straps!!!

TswaneNguni · 8 February 2009, 03:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjtql

Hi all,
Went in to the AD to do some browsing and they just starting carrying the Panerai line. These watches look great in person! I couldn't help myself and ended up buying it on the spot. I know these watches are great but I haven't done a lot of research on this particular model. If anyone has good info on this model, please share

I'll get some pics up shortly.

Thanks,
Mike

Yes,they look great in person and they even feel better and look better on the wrist.

As an impulsive buy the 111 was a great choice !!! Congrats !! Welcome to the special world of Panerai

Now,the following happens ....

Straps
2nd PAM

In no particular order !!

Enjoy !!

mfer · 8 February 2009, 03:22 PM

Congrats Mike. Seeing them in person makes all the difference. As soon as I saw my first, I was hooked.

Regarding your questions, you have much reading to do! I'd start by just looking over Panerai.com, looking at the different models (historic, contemporary and manufattura) and then come back with your questions.

dman · 8 February 2009, 04:32 PM

Classic and beautiful Panerai!! Wear it with Pride and PASSION!!

magnet_UK · 8 February 2009, 08:49 PM

Congrats!!

I very much doubt you'll regret buying it. Such a cool watch

The only problem with Panerai's is that they are so damn addictive

mjtql · 8 February 2009, 10:50 PM

Thanks guys, this watch is amazing. It was pretty dumb of me to make such an impulse buy without doing the right research but I think this one was meant to be. I was a little concerned about the fact that it's a mechanical instead of automatic and the no-date had me wondering but now I see that's what I like so much about this watch - it's simplicity.

Here's to another addiction...

TswaneNguni · 9 February 2009, 02:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mjtql

Thanks guys, this watch is amazing. It was pretty dumb of me to make such an impulse buy without doing the right research but I think this one was meant to be. I was a little concerned about the fact that it's a mechanical instead of automatic and the no-date had me wondering but now I see that's what I like so much about this watch - it's simplicity.

Here's to another addiction...

Yes,simplicity and ..... bold and destinctive.Classic,retro yet modern too .Over-the-top,but stylish too.I guess its difficult to clearly define what makes us so attracted to design,but I guess the combination of all facets lead to its intrique.Quite addictive !!

mailman · 9 February 2009, 02:09 AM

Congratulations Mike

c2tcardin · 8 February 2009, 11:16 PM

Congrats Mike. My first Pam was a 111 as well and I love it so much I sold my Sub 14060m because it wasn't getting any wrist time and when I did wear it it felt too small!
Now the fever for straps should start kicking in. I already have three additional straps and changing them is so easy the harder part is deciding which one do I want this week!

Duc-904 · 9 February 2009, 03:44 AM

Congrats Mike! Great watch to start off your Panerai obsession!!! Now the real fun begins...finding the right straps!

Nica64 · 9 February 2009, 07:24 AM

Congratulations Mike and welcome the the Panerai world, nice pick the 111 is a classic....... now you need to start getting some straps

Nacelle · 13 February 2009, 06:00 AM

Congratulations on a great purchase....from one to another!

Now you are hooked...

8 February 2009, 08:44 AM	#1
mjtql Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: OH Watch: Back to the Sub Posts: 207	Just bought my 1st PAM 111 Hi all, Went in to the AD to do some browsing and they just starting carrying the Panerai line. These watches look great in person! I couldn't help myself and ended up buying it on the spot. I know these watches are great but I haven't done a lot of research on this particular model. If anyone has good info on this model, please share I'll get some pics up shortly. Thanks, Mike

8 February 2009, 11:43 AM	#6
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Yeah, that is one that you won't regret. Awesome choice! Strap time.... Have fun with it. Welcome... __________________ Jackson

8 February 2009, 12:09 PM	#7
marshallr47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Ron Location: Alabama Watch: Daytona,TT Sub,GMT Posts: 4,673	Mike, A big congrats on your 111. Great looking watch. I was able to fine a 104 fairly easy and for a decent price. Enjoy yours for many years to come. __________________ Ron

8 February 2009, 03:22 PM	#10
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Congrats Mike. Seeing them in person makes all the difference. As soon as I saw my first, I was hooked. Regarding your questions, you have much reading to do! I'd start by just looking over Panerai.com, looking at the different models (historic, contemporary and manufattura) and then come back with your questions. __________________ member#3242

8 February 2009, 04:32 PM	#11
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Classic and beautiful Panerai!! Wear it with Pride and PASSION!! __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

8 February 2009, 09:53 AM	#2
watchhh Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Euge Location: R.P. Posts: 23	Hi Mike.Got the same model that you had just bought.It's a Luminor Marina(with the seconds hand),and also with a display back.Since you just bought it recently,it's most likely the one with a sandwich dial.Earlier models(up to the G models-pertaining to the year of production)has the dial with painted numbers.With a case size of 44mm,it is a manual wound ETA 6497/2(56 hours power reserve).It belongs to the historic line of collection from Panerai.If you plan to buy several Pams,this is a good starting point.Next project for you? Strap collecting

8 February 2009, 11:31 AM	#3
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,899	Congrats on your purchase Mike, great choice You can find info on the 111 here under specifications. Now let's see those obligatory pics!!!

8 February 2009, 11:59 AM	#4
mjtql Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: OH Watch: Back to the Sub Posts: 207	Thanks for the info. Is there a difference b/w this model and the PAM104 aside from it being an automatic and having a date or are they essentially the same watch? Also, is the 104 harder to obtain than the 111? Thanks again.

8 February 2009, 02:05 PM	#8
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	WELCOME TO THE PANERAI WORLD!!! 111 is a GREAT choice!!! Now time for hunt straps!!!

8 February 2009, 08:49 PM	#12
magnet_UK "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: U.K. Posts: 253	Congrats!! I very much doubt you'll regret buying it. Such a cool watch The only problem with Panerai's is that they are so damn addictive __________________ Rolex - 116520 ~ 116710LN ~ 16610LV \| Panerai - PAM00425 ~ PAM00557 \| Tudor 79220N \| Zenith EP Chronomaster 1969

8 February 2009, 10:50 PM	#13
mjtql Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Mike Location: OH Watch: Back to the Sub Posts: 207	Thanks guys, this watch is amazing. It was pretty dumb of me to make such an impulse buy without doing the right research but I think this one was meant to be. I was a little concerned about the fact that it's a mechanical instead of automatic and the no-date had me wondering but now I see that's what I like so much about this watch - it's simplicity. Here's to another addiction...

9 February 2009, 02:09 AM	#15
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	Congratulations Mike __________________ JJ

8 February 2009, 11:16 PM	#16
c2tcardin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: NH Watch: Pam 312 & DJ II Posts: 312	Congrats Mike. My first Pam was a 111 as well and I love it so much I sold my Sub 14060m because it wasn't getting any wrist time and when I did wear it it felt too small! Now the fever for straps should start kicking in. I already have three additional straps and changing them is so easy the harder part is deciding which one do I want this week! __________________ Cheers, Jeff ------------------------------------------------------ PAM 312, DJ II

9 February 2009, 03:44 AM	#17
Duc-904 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Jesse Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 1,001	Congrats Mike! Great watch to start off your Panerai obsession!!! Now the real fun begins...finding the right straps!

9 February 2009, 07:24 AM	#18
Nica64 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: USA Posts: 2,596	Congratulations Mike and welcome the the Panerai world, nice pick the 111 is a classic....... now you need to start getting some straps __________________ ______________________________ You can't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

13 February 2009, 06:00 AM	#19
Nacelle "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Cascadia Posts: 300	Congratulations on a great purchase....from one to another! Now you are hooked...

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