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Survivor · 30 September 2012, 05:22 AM

Which one and why?????

Watchcraze007 · 30 September 2012, 05:36 AM

Well... Panerai and that thing called Special Editions! Go with what u like, and can afford. Many have bought SEs just for speculation and are stuck with watches they don't like and alas.. money becomes better in the bank, than vice versa (I'm sure u agree that well invested money is much better than paper sitting in a bank).
Go with what u like. They're both very very very beautiful!!!

Survivor · 30 September 2012, 05:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchcraze007

Well... Panerai and that thing called Special Editions! Go with what u like, and can afford. Many have bought SEs just for speculation and are stuck with watches they don't like and alas.. money becomes better in the bank, than vice versa (I'm sure u agree that well invested money is much better than paper sitting in a bank).
Go with what u like. They're both very very very beautiful!!!

Not for investment purposes...........strictly preference. These two watches are virtually the same price. The 425 has the SLC (pig) dial, gold hands, sapphire crystal...........449 has the blue hands, plexi crystal. Both are in house movements. 449 is limited to 500 but, as I said earlier, not interested in that aspect for this discussion.

Based on that (looks primarily), what would you go for????

Watchcraze007 · 30 September 2012, 06:36 AM

Still, for looks ONLY, i would go 425. For looks AND historical references (which I highly value) the Blue hands (historical reference (Ref 3646) is worth going for ;)

TSW · 30 September 2012, 06:39 AM

Cru Jones · 30 September 2012, 07:24 AM

Can't go wrong with either.

I prefer the 449 for the non-pig + blue hands, but, not 100% sold on plexi.

esm · 30 September 2012, 07:27 AM

If you can get the SE version, get that one.

Survivor · 30 September 2012, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by esm

If you can get the SE version, get that one.

Why??????

HDHNTER · 30 September 2012, 07:52 AM

Both are sweet but I prefer the 449 for the cleaner dial, blue hands & plexi.

esm · 30 September 2012, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Survivor

Why??????

Because SE will always be more sought after, and in most cases, closer the it's root/DNA

nauticajoe · 30 September 2012, 08:25 AM

449 gets my vote.

dukerules · 30 September 2012, 12:12 PM

I just can't do that pig.

Travelller · 30 September 2012, 12:13 PM

449 - yes, because it's an SE.

Both are fantastic and two of only a handful of Radiomirs I'd even think of owning (after the 021 & 190

).

c/o 'Risti's J-F

nick c · 30 September 2012, 12:28 PM

449

alexlt730512 · 30 September 2012, 12:30 PM

449 for sure

red1108nyc · 30 September 2012, 12:50 PM

Did you get the call for 449 already? wow... 449 gets my vote.. the blue hand is pretty cool!

DiverAsia · 30 September 2012, 01:16 PM

I would have to go with the 449 as well.
I love the blue. Gives the watch a nice 'pop'.

Fearsome Puppy · 30 September 2012, 10:32 PM

449, prefer the dial without the pig and love the blue hands. Also, I'm one of those who actually like plexi...

cedric · 30 September 2012, 10:44 PM

Definitely due to the pig, 449 get my vote. The blue hands is also a nice change, but the gold is equally nice, if you are ok with the pig. And if you can get either at same price, definitely go with 449, as it will be rare (already seeing 425 in grey market)

Survivor · 1 October 2012, 01:14 AM

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Originally Posted by cedric

Definitely due to the pig, 449 get my vote. The blue hands is also a nice change, but the gold is equally nice, if you are ok with the pig. And if you can get either at same price, definitely go with 449, as it will be rare (already seeing 425 in grey market)

From esm "Because SE will always be more sought after, and in most cases, closer the it's root/DNA"

Again, the point of the thread is not which one will be worth more or is more collectable due to a limited run..........the question is, which one is looks better????

Watchcraze007 · 1 October 2012, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fearsome Puppy

449, prefer the dial without the pig and love the blue hands. Also, I'm one of those who actually like plexi...

Now here is a man with taste

Watchcraze007 · 1 October 2012, 01:25 AM

449 SOLD OUT!! Already??? Asked in Dubai today.

subtona · 1 October 2012, 01:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Survivor

From esm "Because SE will always be more sought after, and in most cases, closer the it's root/DNA"

Again, the point of the thread is not which one will be worth more or is more collectable due to a limited run..........the question is, which one is looks better????

looks are subjective... seeing something that is true to its heritage can be appealing to many and not necessarily in line with the initial cosmetic impulse'... it becomes a educated beauty

LE also can be appealing because you may have the privilege of wearing something that is not going to be seen as frequently.

there both nice... i am leaning toward the 449

B. Doggy · 1 October 2012, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Can't go wrong with either.

I prefer the 449 for the non-pig + blue hands, but, not 100% sold on plexi.

x2

kilyung · 1 October 2012, 02:43 AM

I'm a pig fan

leeye · 1 October 2012, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Watchcraze007

449 SOLD OUT!! Already??? Asked in Dubai today.

Ahmed, yes with only 750 pieces available (250 less than 382) the waiting list is long filled up!

Oh 449 gets my vote as well.

Survivor · 1 October 2012, 03:07 AM

It is interesting that many who have responded do not care for the "pig" dial. Its kind of strange to me that possibly the symbol most closely tied to Panerai, the SLC or "pig", is somehow viewed as not desirable.

Well, as they say, to each his own. I love pig dials on Pams (have a 416 as well).........I also much prefer the gold hands to the blue hands...oh yeah.........that's why I bought the 425!!!!! Regardless, they are both beauties and there's no way you can go wrong with either.

Watchcraze007 · 1 October 2012, 04:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Survivor

It is interesting that many who have responded do not care for the "pig" dial. Its kind of strange to me that possibly the symbol most closely tied to Panerai, the SLC or "pig", is somehow viewed as not desirable.

Well, as they say, to each his own. I love pig dials on Pams (have a 416 as well).........I also much prefer the gold hands to the blue hands...oh yeah.........that's why I bought the 425!!!!! Regardless, they are both beauties and there's no way you can go wrong with either.

Agree

leeye · 1 October 2012, 09:17 AM

The SLC submarine on the dial is not obvious. Not too long ago there was a craze over the PAM 292 with SLC submarine on the dial over the normal dial 292. The pig dial 292 still command a premium over the normal dial 292.

449 (and 448) appeal to more die hard fans as they are closer to vintage origins (heat treated blue hands + Plexi glass), plus it is a Special Edition at about similar retail price.

Pete17 · 1 October 2012, 11:57 AM

I'm leaning towards the 449. The plexi suits these retro models to a tee.

What's the depth rating on both watches? I'm guessing the sapphire 425 is better rated?

30 September 2012, 05:22 AM	#1
Survivor Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Thousand Oaks Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,017	425 or 449???? You Make The Call!!! Which one and why????? Attached Images

30 September 2012, 06:39 AM	#5
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	__________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

30 September 2012, 12:12 PM	#12
dukerules "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC, USA Posts: 681	I just can't do that pig. __________________ Instagram: dukerules

30 September 2012, 01:16 PM	#17
DiverAsia "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Rich Location: Taiwan Watch: 16014 16610 372 Posts: 1,044	I would have to go with the 449 as well. I love the blue. Gives the watch a nice 'pop'. __________________ He's a rebel and a runner He's a signal turning green He's a restless young romantic Wants to run the big machine

30 September 2012, 10:32 PM	#18
Fearsome Puppy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Kevin Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SD4K Posts: 880	449, prefer the dial without the pig and love the blue hands. Also, I'm one of those who actually like plexi... __________________ Lange 1815 Chrono, AP ROO 26470ST, RO 26230ST, Rolex 216570 (w), 116600, 116520 (w), IWC XV, PAM 366, 420, Omega 311.30.42.30.01.005, Seiko SKX007J, Apple Watch, a bunch of G-Shocks -------------------------------------------------------------

30 September 2012, 05:36 AM	#2
Watchcraze007 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ahmed Location: Dubai & Cairo Watch: All of'em! Posts: 507	Well... Panerai and that thing called Special Editions! Go with what u like, and can afford. Many have bought SEs just for speculation and are stuck with watches they don't like and alas.. money becomes better in the bank, than vice versa (I'm sure u agree that well invested money is much better than paper sitting in a bank). Go with what u like. They're both very very very beautiful!!!

30 September 2012, 06:36 AM	#4
Watchcraze007 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ahmed Location: Dubai & Cairo Watch: All of'em! Posts: 507	Still, for looks ONLY, i would go 425. For looks AND historical references (which I highly value) the Blue hands (historical reference (Ref 3646) is worth going for ;)

30 September 2012, 07:24 AM	#6
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,301	Can't go wrong with either. I prefer the 449 for the non-pig + blue hands, but, not 100% sold on plexi.

30 September 2012, 07:27 AM	#7
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	If you can get the SE version, get that one.

30 September 2012, 07:52 AM	#9
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	Both are sweet but I prefer the 449 for the cleaner dial, blue hands & plexi.

30 September 2012, 08:25 AM	#11
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	449 gets my vote.

30 September 2012, 12:13 PM	#13
Travelller 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: VIE Watch: my sig. ;) Posts: 3,091	449 - yes, because it's an SE. Both are fantastic and two of only a handful of Radiomirs I'd even think of owning (after the 021 & 190 ). c/o 'Risti's J-F

30 September 2012, 12:28 PM	#14
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	449

30 September 2012, 12:30 PM	#15
alexlt730512 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,248	449 for sure

30 September 2012, 12:50 PM	#16
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	Did you get the call for 449 already? wow... 449 gets my vote.. the blue hand is pretty cool!

30 September 2012, 10:44 PM	#19
cedric Banned Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SG Posts: 130	Definitely due to the pig, 449 get my vote. The blue hands is also a nice change, but the gold is equally nice, if you are ok with the pig. And if you can get either at same price, definitely go with 449, as it will be rare (already seeing 425 in grey market)

1 October 2012, 01:25 AM	#22
Watchcraze007 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ahmed Location: Dubai & Cairo Watch: All of'em! Posts: 507	449 SOLD OUT!! Already??? Asked in Dubai today.

1 October 2012, 02:43 AM	#25
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	I'm a pig fan

1 October 2012, 03:07 AM	#27
Survivor Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Thousand Oaks Watch: DSSD Posts: 1,017	It is interesting that many who have responded do not care for the "pig" dial. Its kind of strange to me that possibly the symbol most closely tied to Panerai, the SLC or "pig", is somehow viewed as not desirable. Well, as they say, to each his own. I love pig dials on Pams (have a 416 as well).........I also much prefer the gold hands to the blue hands...oh yeah.........that's why I bought the 425!!!!! Regardless, they are both beauties and there's no way you can go wrong with either.

1 October 2012, 09:17 AM	#29
leeye "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Lee Location: Singapore Watch: Too many...... Posts: 689	The SLC submarine on the dial is not obvious. Not too long ago there was a craze over the PAM 292 with SLC submarine on the dial over the normal dial 292. The pig dial 292 still command a premium over the normal dial 292. 449 (and 448) appeal to more die hard fans as they are closer to vintage origins (heat treated blue hands + Plexi glass), plus it is a Special Edition at about similar retail price. __________________ Lee, Singapore - Shanghai Submersibles - PAM 64, 87, 187, 243, 382 Luminor - PAM 366, 367, 372, 390, 420 Radiomir - PAM 410

1 October 2012, 11:57 AM	#30
Pete17 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Pete Location: Base Camp Posts: 628	I'm leaning towards the 449. The plexi suits these retro models to a tee. What's the depth rating on both watches? I'm guessing the sapphire 425 is better rated? __________________ Take care Pete

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