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10 August 2023, 10:28 PM | #1 |
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decision…decision…PAM giddy or EXPLR 2
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I wanted to dive-in to another watch, and already own a panna….No surprises there…simple, clean, elegant and dna. anyhow, cut things short…I’ve short-listed to these 2 on my next venture…EXPLR with white dial ..both will be preowned…. my problem is 1950 giddy costs twice of EXPLR 2…so, I can hv excuse to missus that I bought our ‘couple’ watch than just getting 1 ‘giddy’ for myself…which she will probably be bragging this purchase on me for the rest of my life…then again, that’s why we all get married…right? any inputs much appreciated. |
11 August 2023, 06:14 PM | #2 |
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giddy?
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11 August 2023, 06:20 PM | #3 |
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sorry…fiddy, not giddy …..bloody iPad auto-correct …
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11 August 2023, 07:20 PM | #4 |
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I’m assuming Explorer 2 latest 42mm watch? If so, tough choice. I love my old Panerai watches & as much as I love the Fiddy I can’t get over the 1950 on the dial. The white dial Explorer for me is the one Rolex I would like. What other Panerai do you own?
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11 August 2023, 08:30 PM | #5 |
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346..which is 45mm…I’m more drawn to pan than EXPLR, like the simplicity and that dome glass…rolex and other brands don’t do such that appeal…
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11 August 2023, 08:31 PM | #6 |
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but I never had any white dial watches…that’s a plus.
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The white dial Explorer II is the watch I would and have chosen. I am a huge Panerai fan and have owned many 47mm models. I am currently the owner of a 1305. The 127 is a beautiful watch and the price is reflective of the significance of the reference. If I was looking to go that route, I would buy a 422 or a 423 for a fraction of the cost of a 127 and then get a Polar Explorer II from the last generation slightly pre-owned. Both for what a good example of a 127 will cost. Just my thoughts.
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11 August 2023, 10:49 PM | #8 |
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Own a 127
Purchased a 127, I can’t imagine not owing this one now — the way if feels and looks with the domed sapphire crystal
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12 August 2023, 12:44 AM | #9 |
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Careful on the Fiddy the number of great fakes are a problem.
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12 August 2023, 12:48 AM | #10 |
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decision…decision…PAM giddy or EXPLR 2
If you don’t have a Rolex and you already have a panerai, get the expl2. Maybe sell your current Pam and upgrade to the giddy..
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12 August 2023, 12:48 AM | #11 |
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Is both even an option?
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12 August 2023, 12:57 AM | #12 |
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Gotta love the giddy mate!
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12 August 2023, 07:31 PM | #13 |
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Are you giddy for a Fiddy or a baller for an Explorer?
Sorry
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12 August 2023, 08:34 PM | #14 |
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fiddy is giddy mate…not a rolly-fan.
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I chose the Polar also to complement a Pam. It has been my first white dial ever too. Excellent pair. I totally adore the way the latest Explorer II wears and looks, becoming my daily.
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Giddy Fiddy, it’s kind of catchy
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Lol, at first I was wondering how I missed this special Giddy.
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Has to be the Fiddy. Giddy up!
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Quote:
Exactly what I was imagining when writing it! |
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13 August 2023, 09:57 AM | #21 |
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yup, it is fiddy giddy guys! I can’t get my head around that giddily fiddy… will probably upgrade my 346 to fiddy for a packet then get missus her polar…happy days!
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13 August 2023, 11:35 AM | #22 |
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My wife and I tried on an Polar Explorer II(42mm?) last night and it was exquisite.
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21 August 2023, 08:59 AM | #23 |
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Get the explorer of course..
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21 August 2023, 02:08 PM | #24 |
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I'd go with the Giddy for sure.
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21 August 2023, 06:17 PM | #25 |
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Both are different time pieces!The Panerai 127 limited production watch and great history ,the explorer massed produce watch still a great time piece .I would go with the 127probably only issue is 47mm size! Good luck!
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28 August 2023, 09:18 AM | #26 |
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Why not look into a Pam 422?
Pretty close to the 127 in terms of design and half the cost
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