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Dittox · 30 April 2015, 02:46 AM

In my opinion the Exp I is one of the best daily watches. It is very versatile and can be easily dressed up/down by simply changing the strap. However, buy what you want otherwise you'll regret it!

chrisb57 · 30 April 2015, 02:54 AM

Was in Paris over the weekend, tried th 39mm explorer 1 on what a stunning and understated watch it is.

brandrea · 30 April 2015, 02:57 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisb57

Was in Paris over the weekend, tried th 39mm explorer 1 on what a stunning and understated watch it is.

I agree get the Explorer first

Justinmg · 30 April 2015, 03:13 AM

Exp I

Rolex fan 61 · 1 May 2015, 01:09 PM

Explorer!!!!

7S26 · 1 May 2015, 01:50 PM

14270

NoVaSubowner · 1 May 2015, 02:34 PM

Expl 1 in a heartbeat. And I own a Panerai, for now until I sell it.....

jbsmith · 2 May 2015, 03:10 AM

Pam 44mm then 42mm polar exp. Sounds like u like slightly larger watches as well. Good luck.

jbsmith · 2 May 2015, 03:12 AM

...or vice versa. Get what sings to u.

SemperFi · 2 May 2015, 03:20 AM

Explorer!

fania123 · 2 May 2015, 03:33 AM

Get both, problem solved.

braningan · 2 May 2015, 04:26 AM

Exp

Pattyb69 · 2 May 2015, 05:24 AM

Do what I did and get both! You will be much happier

If I could only choose one, it would be a PAM because I am not a big fan of the Exp 1. If you were thinking about Sub, GMT II, or Exp II, then I may think differently. Look into 44mm Luminor cases if you need something that feels smaller like 000, 005, 111, 112, 510, 560, etc. With the PAM, you could get a rubber strap while you work and leather for when you arent working. Plus the straps are half the fun

Good luck!

tomchicago · 2 May 2015, 05:24 AM

Panerai so like 7 years ago...

kyledrum2002 · 2 May 2015, 06:08 AM

Funny you ask... Tried them both on today while on vacation in Grand Cayman. The Explorer 1 all the way for me. I never liked it in photos, however, loved it on my wrist.

Psmith · 2 May 2015, 06:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Pattyb69

Do what I did and get both! You will be much happier

If I could only choose one, it would be a PAM because I am not a big fan of the Exp 1. If you were thinking about Sub, GMT II, or Exp II, then I may think differently. Look into 44mm Luminor cases if you need something that feels smaller like 000, 005, 111, 112, 510, 560, etc. With the PAM, you could get a rubber strap while you work and leather for when you arent working. Plus the straps are half the fun

Good luck!

What a great pair

Especially with the shared history of the brands

Cru Jones · 2 May 2015, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pattyb69

Do what I did and get both! You will be much happier

If I could only choose one, it would be a PAM because I am not a big fan of the Exp 1. If you were thinking about Sub, GMT II, or Exp II, then I may think differently. Look into 44mm Luminor cases if you need something that feels smaller like 000, 005, 111, 112, 510, 560, etc. With the PAM, you could get a rubber strap while you work and leather for when you arent working. Plus the straps are half the fun

Good luck!

Very nice.

Bfd70 · 2 May 2015, 07:19 AM

I'm amazed at the number of Pam suggestions considering you basically went to a BMW forum and asked "BMW or LEXUS".

997.2 · 2 May 2015, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Bfd70

I'm amazed at the number of Pam suggestions considering you basically went to a BMW forum and asked "BMW or LEXUS".

Maybe it's because the explorer isn't that great

Pattyb69 · 2 May 2015, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Psmith

What a great pair

Especially with the shared history of the brands

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Very nice.

Thanks!!

Poly · 2 May 2015, 10:12 AM

Like many others, I have both brands.
I love my 359, fine with oem rubber strap around water. I've really beaten the hell out of it over the last four years or so.
Sounds like you're heading towards PAM, but I would always say, buy what sings to you.

Fearsome Puppy · 2 May 2015, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisrolexguy

Also panerai watches are numbered which I think is amazing. Exp 1 prob 50,000 made vs 1500 or 3000 with the panerai I choose...

I hate decisions help...

Unless the PAM is a limited edition, the 1,500 or 3,000 is likely to be the run for that batch rather than the total made for that particular model...

davecz · 2 May 2015, 11:19 AM

Have been wearing my Pam more often these days, but I have the exp2 not exp I

Joearch · 2 May 2015, 11:29 AM

I own both brands. I am not an explorer fan so I would do a 005 or a 111 Panerai. Now if you were talking a SubC ND that may be a different story.

Jaycnyp · 2 May 2015, 11:39 AM

Get what do you want. Whats right for one person might not be right for you. That said, I have the explorer and it is my favorite watch.

JayJ · 2 May 2015, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Maxy

Explorer 1 but if you like Panerai, which is quite opposite of Exp 1, then its hard to get it out. You might flip it eventually. Among PAMs, try this PAM328 special edition on bracelet with date and perfect daily wear.

That's nice

datejust24 · 7 May 2015, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 1995akcoop

If u love the weight and size of panerai then do it. The exp1 is already small but compared to a Pam, tiny!!!!

the new Exp I is 39mm? I wouldn't necessarily say that's small...and your right compared to the Panerai yes it is small but thats bc most PAM's are just huge. MOST ...not all...

lightcatcher · 7 May 2015, 10:12 PM

i've got an Exp 1 as well as a PAM 233, which is 44mm. The Exp1 is more comfortable of the two, except when I wear the PAM on a rubber strap. Both are great watches though and you should get the one that makes your heart sing.

best of luck and let us know which one you finally get.

schwartz914 · 7 May 2015, 10:21 PM

Exp I for sure

mfer · 8 May 2015, 12:57 AM

First one, then the other I suppose.

2 May 2015, 10:12 AM	#51
Poly "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Brentwood, TN Posts: 469	Like many others, I have both brands. I love my 359, fine with oem rubber strap around water. I've really beaten the hell out of it over the last four years or so. Sounds like you're heading towards PAM, but I would always say, buy what sings to you. Attached Images

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30 April 2015, 02:46 AM	#31
Dittox "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Mexico City Watch: Explorer II Posts: 262	In my opinion the Exp I is one of the best daily watches. It is very versatile and can be easily dressed up/down by simply changing the strap. However, buy what you want otherwise you'll regret it!

30 April 2015, 02:54 AM	#32
chrisb57 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Chris Location: UK Watch: 114060 / 114300 Posts: 325	Was in Paris over the weekend, tried th 39mm explorer 1 on what a stunning and understated watch it is.

30 April 2015, 03:13 AM	#34
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO/EXPL Posts: 3,371	Exp I

1 May 2015, 01:09 PM	#35
Rolex fan 61 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: UK Posts: 1,262	Explorer!!!!

1 May 2015, 01:50 PM	#36
7S26 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex 116200 + SD Posts: 240	14270

1 May 2015, 02:34 PM	#37
NoVaSubowner "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Alexandria, VA Watch: Love them. Posts: 1,095	Expl 1 in a heartbeat. And I own a Panerai, for now until I sell it.....

2 May 2015, 03:10 AM	#38
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,869	Pam 44mm then 42mm polar exp. Sounds like u like slightly larger watches as well. Good luck.

2 May 2015, 03:12 AM	#39
jbsmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Blake Location: US Watch: Daytonas Posts: 1,869	...or vice versa. Get what sings to u.

2 May 2015, 03:20 AM	#40
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,164	Explorer!

2 May 2015, 03:33 AM	#41
fania123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: PHILA Posts: 1,726	Get both, problem solved.

2 May 2015, 04:26 AM	#42
braningan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: N/A Posts: 571	Exp

2 May 2015, 05:24 AM	#43
Pattyb69 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: CT Watch: BLNR\|LVC\|PAM 911 Posts: 1,085	Do what I did and get both! You will be much happier If I could only choose one, it would be a PAM because I am not a big fan of the Exp 1. If you were thinking about Sub, GMT II, or Exp II, then I may think differently. Look into 44mm Luminor cases if you need something that feels smaller like 000, 005, 111, 112, 510, 560, etc. With the PAM, you could get a rubber strap while you work and leather for when you arent working. Plus the straps are half the fun Good luck!

2 May 2015, 05:24 AM	#44
tomchicago Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Watch: 16710BLRO, 214270. Posts: 2,717	Panerai so like 7 years ago...

2 May 2015, 06:08 AM	#45
kyledrum2002 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Real Name: Kyle Location: NC Watch: DJ41 White Romans Posts: 414	Funny you ask... Tried them both on today while on vacation in Grand Cayman. The Explorer 1 all the way for me. I never liked it in photos, however, loved it on my wrist.

2 May 2015, 07:19 AM	#48
Bfd70 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 893	I'm amazed at the number of Pam suggestions considering you basically went to a BMW forum and asked "BMW or LEXUS".

2 May 2015, 11:19 AM	#53
davecz "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 161	Have been wearing my Pam more often these days, but I have the exp2 not exp I

2 May 2015, 11:29 AM	#54
Joearch 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,855	I own both brands. I am not an explorer fan so I would do a 005 or a 111 Panerai. Now if you were talking a SubC ND that may be a different story.

2 May 2015, 11:39 AM	#55
Jaycnyp "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Jay Location: Classified Watch: Addict Posts: 1,122	Get what do you want. Whats right for one person might not be right for you. That said, I have the explorer and it is my favorite watch.

7 May 2015, 10:12 PM	#58
lightcatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: India Posts: 116	i've got an Exp 1 as well as a PAM 233, which is 44mm. The Exp1 is more comfortable of the two, except when I wear the PAM on a rubber strap. Both are great watches though and you should get the one that makes your heart sing. best of luck and let us know which one you finally get.

7 May 2015, 10:21 PM	#59
schwartz914 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Location: NY Watch: Rolex Posts: 917	Exp I for sure

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