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eal15 · 4 May 2017, 08:31 AM

I'm looking to pick up another Panerai. Long story but wanted a third 311 or 351. A 233 was suggested. Please convince me with pics and reasons why I should pick one up.
Thanks,
Everett

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One Ping Only · 4 May 2017, 09:03 AM

This should do it:

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=252365

nick c · 4 May 2017, 10:25 AM

It's a stunning piece.

Al1969 · 4 May 2017, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by nick c

It's a stunning piece.

I agree.

Cru Jones · 4 May 2017, 03:07 PM

8-day manual wind
Dome!
Fits great on the wrist
GMT
Quick strap change buttons
PR
1st OP inhouse movement (some value this)

It has it all!

capacitance · 4 May 2017, 05:26 PM

I have have been dealing with the same dilemma. Trade my BLNR for a 233 (and some cash coming back to me). It's hard since Panerai's popularity has been a bit waining and there are a ton of a great many deals to be had on the secondary market. Only problem is retaining some of the value (monitarily speaking only), since the 233, IMHO is one of Panerai's best. Waiting to see what you decide. Cheers!

mar1140 · 4 May 2017, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by eal15

I'm looking to pick up another Panerai. Long story but wanted a third 311 or 351. A 233 was suggested. Please convince me with pics and reasons why I should pick one up.
Thanks,
Everett

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As they say" If it sings to you," then you should get it as you will be the one wearing it.

Good luck with your decision!

Psmith · 5 May 2017, 12:46 AM

Great piece, but also check out the 320.

eal15 · 5 May 2017, 04:26 AM

I've looked at the 320. A 312 is 160 grams. Weight is important to me for all day comfort. I was surprised when Panerai told me the 233 was 135 grams compared to 117 or 124 for the 311 or 351. I prefer the seconds reset and get functions on the 233 as well. I haven't had a ss Panerai in years. Not since my 104. I'm currently using my 15710 AP diver most days. This Panerai would be my daily. I'd go back wearing my AP on weekends and special occasions.

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eal15 · 5 May 2017, 04:26 AM

I so loved my 351's gold hands. If it had the 320's movement I'd stick with it!

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dr.fiddy · 5 May 2017, 05:03 AM

Can't go wrong with the 233...

ocwatching · 5 May 2017, 06:05 AM

If you have been wearing AP diver as your daily..the 233 will be super comfy and enjoyable...congrats in advance

eal15 · 5 May 2017, 07:12 AM

Lol, the weight issue I've been obsessed with has become less of an issue since I got my AP. Even the ceramic diver is heavier!

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Ruud Van Driver · 5 May 2017, 08:57 AM

The only thing stopping me from picking one up is the 533. Go for it!

eal15 · 5 May 2017, 01:58 PM

Ah, I liked the 270 more. I don't like the ecru lume.

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4 May 2017, 08:31 AM	#1
eal15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Everett Location: GTA, Canada Watch: Audemars Piguet 15 Posts: 789	233 for me? Help convince me. I'm looking to pick up another Panerai. Long story but wanted a third 311 or 351. A 233 was suggested. Please convince me with pics and reasons why I should pick one up. Thanks, Everett Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

4 May 2017, 09:03 AM	#2
One Ping Only "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Ken Location: WI Watch: several Posts: 1,639	This should do it: https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=252365 __________________ I have far too many expensive hobbies to even consider another one.

4 May 2017, 10:25 AM	#3
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	It's a stunning piece. Attached Images

5 May 2017, 12:46 AM	#8
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Great piece, but also check out the 320. __________________

5 May 2017, 05:03 AM	#11
dr.fiddy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Norway Watch: Sea-D, Sky-D Posts: 134	Can't go wrong with the 233... __________________ AP・Panerai・Rolex

4 May 2017, 03:07 PM	#5
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,297	8-day manual wind Dome! Fits great on the wrist GMT Quick strap change buttons PR 1st OP inhouse movement (some value this) It has it all!

4 May 2017, 05:26 PM	#6
capacitance "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: US Watch: SD4k, SD43, PAM233 Posts: 77	I have have been dealing with the same dilemma. Trade my BLNR for a 233 (and some cash coming back to me). It's hard since Panerai's popularity has been a bit waining and there are a ton of a great many deals to be had on the secondary market. Only problem is retaining some of the value (monitarily speaking only), since the 233, IMHO is one of Panerai's best. Waiting to see what you decide. Cheers!

5 May 2017, 04:26 AM	#9
eal15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Everett Location: GTA, Canada Watch: Audemars Piguet 15 Posts: 789	I've looked at the 320. A 312 is 160 grams. Weight is important to me for all day comfort. I was surprised when Panerai told me the 233 was 135 grams compared to 117 or 124 for the 311 or 351. I prefer the seconds reset and get functions on the 233 as well. I haven't had a ss Panerai in years. Not since my 104. I'm currently using my 15710 AP diver most days. This Panerai would be my daily. I'd go back wearing my AP on weekends and special occasions. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 May 2017, 06:05 AM	#12
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	If you have been wearing AP diver as your daily..the 233 will be super comfy and enjoyable...congrats in advance __________________ too much into watches...

5 May 2017, 07:12 AM	#13
eal15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Everett Location: GTA, Canada Watch: Audemars Piguet 15 Posts: 789	Lol, the weight issue I've been obsessed with has become less of an issue since I got my AP. Even the ceramic diver is heavier! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

5 May 2017, 08:57 AM	#14
Ruud Van Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chopped Liver Location: S. Wales Valleys Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 9,926	The only thing stopping me from picking one up is the 533. Go for it! __________________ 116520 Black, 116610 LVc, 116660 D-Blue, 116610 LNc, 116622 Blue, PAM359, PAM689, PAM737 *"Why should you allow an AD to shake you down, just so you can buy a watch" - Grady Philpott* Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

5 May 2017, 01:58 PM	#15
eal15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Everett Location: GTA, Canada Watch: Audemars Piguet 15 Posts: 789	Ah, I liked the 270 more. I don't like the ecru lume. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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