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Old 22 April 2011, 06:55 AM   #1
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Opinions please PAM 287

As I've mentioned before I've been drawn to the Pam 88. I finally got to try one on in person at my AD and it was a stunner. Then I decided to try on the Pam 287 radiomir and it just felt great. It certainly has less presence than the 88 despite it's 45 mm size. Im thinking i like the 287 but alas cant get both Thoughts on the 88 vs 287 from the PAM experts would be appreciated. It seems lately that the 88 sales are a little sluggish. Am I wrong on that? Thanks much.
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Old 22 April 2011, 07:12 AM   #2
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I am very interested in a similar question...I am currently trying to decide between a 111 and a 183. I always thought I wanted a Luminor, but recently have started to really be drawn to the Radiomir.
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Old 22 April 2011, 08:47 AM   #3
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The Pam 88 is the first one I fell for, actually decide to go with the Pam000 instead. Really though it shouldn't matter what others think.

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Old 22 April 2011, 09:14 AM   #4
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With the caveat of recommending buying what sings to you, here's my $.02- If you're going to have just one, a Luminor just SCREAMS Panerai. Can't go go wrong. The 88 is great and I personally wouldn't mind having one some day, but the dial is busy for a PAM. The 287 isn't for me, but some really like it and have even said it's underrated.

Take a look and enjoy the search! Many great ones out there...may I seed a terrible notion and say check out the 190! One of the greatest movements stuffed into a Panerai...

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Old 22 April 2011, 11:34 AM   #5
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I had a 287 and regreted selling it : (
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Old 22 April 2011, 11:37 AM   #6
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I'm enjoying my rad more than my lum at the moment. Strap versatility is higher IMHO. Dressy to vintage dirty in the blink of an eye. Fits so well and comfy too!
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Old 22 April 2011, 11:38 AM   #7
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Oh, and I have notice 88 sales slow lately.
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Old 22 April 2011, 11:43 AM   #8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by B. Doggy View Post
If you're going to have just one, a Luminor just SCREAMS Panerai.
X2. I entered the PAM world with the 292, but ultimately ended up with a Luminor.
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Old 22 April 2011, 01:18 PM   #9
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bump for 111
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Old 22 April 2011, 02:27 PM   #10
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sharing...

..to help you decide

actually, this is also my 1st PAM



then still got the urge to get a Luminor :-) ! Decided on a 112 and had a 359 recently...
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Old 22 April 2011, 03:05 PM   #11
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Pam 88

I own 5 Roles and one Panerai, that being the 88. I fell in love with the 237, but since they only made 400 pieces, this was the closest to it, and a stunner! I get more compliments on this watch than any of my Rolex.
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Old 23 April 2011, 03:01 AM   #12
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Thanks everyone. As usual everybody's spot on with their comments/suggestions. The 88 does seem like the most bang for your buck and it is a beauty. What
about the 1950s case on the Luminor? Does this lower it's wrist profile at all?
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Old 23 April 2011, 01:28 PM   #13
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I asked the same question when I was deciding between 104 and 287...if you are buying 1 and only 1 (we always think this way).. Luminor is way to go..so.. 104 !!
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