Should I pull the trigger on a Panerai or???

[TheCanadian1]

Hey everyone,

I had my heart set on getting myself a 000 or 005...even a 111...or 112 but have had no luck getting one at the AD near me (Please understand that regardless of the cost benefits of getting used...I always like my purchases new and from an AD to be comfortable). They however have none of the models described above (I live in the Toronto area) but only a 113 white faced. I really like it but wanted to get a black one as my first Panerai. They had the 177 and 176...but just didn't like the titanium....felt a little too light ... I like weight with my watches. They showed me their entry level automatic...didn't like the bubble on the date. So they presented a 312 to me. I liked it a lot but wasn't it love with the feel of the 1950s case...I guess I could get use to it..felt bulky but looked amazing.

Well price of the 312 is up there $8500 plus tax...in Canada it all ads up!! After taxes...I can get a new white Milgauss which I like as well for almost $3000 less!

I currently have a GMTIIC and a SUBCLV. I'm use to the reliability of the Rolex...and haven't had that much experience with the Panerai to feel comfortable at that price level. I LOVE THE WAY THEY LOOK!. I wanted to get a 000 or 005...even 111 to get myself introduced into the brand.

so....what to do what to do???? If I were to have it my way...I'd get a 000 or 005..or 111 but they are telling me these models are discontinued.

Should I go with what's familiar.....another Rolex....or just go all out and go with the 312?? Any owners out there? How do you like it.

If the 510 was out...I would get that but they say they won't get it till September and I'm being impatient lol.

Sorry for the long message