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Old 27 March 2011, 04:29 PM   #1
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I've always wanted a Rolex and a Panerai. I knew which model of sub from the start.
My first Panerai will be a 112 :)
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Old 28 March 2011, 02:15 PM   #2
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Next progression is Panerai to Audemars :)
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Old 28 March 2011, 11:52 PM   #3
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I wore Rolex exclusively for about 15 years, then I found PAM, and that made me look even further into other brands. I still LOVE Rolex, but I am venturing out and loving it. You can get a bit boxed in only wearing Rolex.

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Old 29 March 2011, 01:04 AM   #4
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I wore Rolex exclusively for about 15 years, then I found PAM, and that made me look even further into other brands. I still LOVE Rolex, but I am venturing out and loving it. You can get a bit boxed in only wearing Rolex.

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Old 31 March 2011, 07:09 AM   #5
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I'm thinking about it now.

Deciding between Pam 88 or 111 or 005.

Classic almost plain or chronograph PAM.
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Old 31 March 2011, 07:23 AM   #6
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I'm thinking about it now.

Deciding between Pam 88 or 111 or 005.

Classic almost plain or chronograph PAM.
I'm sorry I don't follow. Chronograph? The 88 is a GMT model and the other two Base 'Historics'.
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Old 31 March 2011, 08:07 AM   #7
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I'm thinking about it now.

Deciding between Pam 88 or 111 or 005.

Classic almost plain or chronograph PAM.
Well,.. the 88 is a GMT.



Chrono might be something like the 250,

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Old 31 March 2011, 08:22 AM   #8
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Well,.. the 88 is a GMT.



Chrono might be something like the 250,

Nice 250 Mike!
Man- that shot made me miss my 196 something fierce....
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Old 31 March 2011, 08:52 AM   #9
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panerai's look excellent. jamesbond007, how can you say you don't like the look?

they are interesting and unique looking brand.
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Old 31 March 2011, 08:55 AM   #10
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panerai's look excellent. jamesbond007, how can you say you don't like the look?

they are interesting and unique looking brand.
I was wondering the same thing. Also, kinda tactless to say something that brusque in a PAM subforum.
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Old 5 April 2011, 06:16 AM   #11
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After years of owning Rolexes, I bought my first Panerai (PAM292) last Christmas. I love it and it fits nicely into my collection but I don't see myself flipping.
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Old 5 April 2011, 06:37 AM   #12
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I am not fussed on the look either,nice watches but i wouldn't buy one over a Rolex.
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Old 5 April 2011, 07:03 AM   #13
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currently going back and forth between a PAM 112 and a PEPSI GMT
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Old 10 April 2011, 02:15 PM   #14
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Legibility

I love the legibility of Panerai, day or night! It bothers me that my SD is not legible indoors. But once outdoors and especially on an overcast day or at the beach the SD shines. I think the new EXPII is Looking good on the lume and legibility front.
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Old 10 April 2011, 02:29 PM   #15
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I started with Rolex and still intend to keep the ones I already have. But I have since acquired an IWC, a couple of JLC's, a Speed Master, and my latest a Panerai.

I think there are alot of brands out there that bring different things to the table. I like having a bit of variety.
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Old 10 April 2011, 03:18 PM   #16
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Went to a PAM AD today and I'm now looking to flip my Pepsi GMTII for a Pam.
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Old 11 April 2011, 04:11 PM   #17
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I have not worn my rolex watches since i bought my panerai logos. I even draft up a list of panerais i would like to buy if my investment pans out. LOL!
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Old 11 April 2011, 04:37 PM   #18
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its a breath of fresh air but i wouldnt say drop rolex
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Old 12 April 2011, 01:30 PM   #19
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Simply put YES... Although I must say I had some prodding from a couple of friends here on TRF I had eves only for Rolex for the last several years but have needed to broaden my horizons. The more I learn about Pam the more I like them However thats not saying much because I know next to nothing at this point
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Old 12 April 2011, 01:52 PM   #20
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I started out with a few Tags then moved to Omega. After a while I moved to a Rolex datejust then PAM 111. Now I am looking for a submariner for my next watch. I often find myself looking at IWC and JLC watches from time to time. I am very happy with my PAM 111. My 4yr old son chose it over the submariner. I told him whichever watch he chose would eventually be his one day. He liked the see through case back of the 111. It took me a little while to get used to winding the watch but overall I am very happy with it. I wear it on the weekends.
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Old 12 April 2011, 02:19 PM   #21
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Just switching strap back to bracelet tonight on my PAM. I got to admit I just love the mechanical and aesthetic look of the PAM. The movement, looks and the ability to swap straps really make it an incredible watch.
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Old 12 April 2011, 10:57 PM   #22
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Was given a Rolex when I was young.

When I got Older I was attracted to Panerai (among others) and went anti-Rolex. Then sold all my Panerai and now built my Rolex Collection.

Coming full circle and want to buy 1 Panerai (again) to round off my collection.
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