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Milgauss J · 31 May 2009, 03:51 PM

What do you guys think of this one? I came across one today. I missed getting a 312 by a few hours the other day. I am getting my first Panerai. Would this be a good starter? Would this watch be considered rare? Thanks in advance!

VazLube · 31 May 2009, 04:44 PM

Ti Sub with hobnail dail? That's one of my list to get in future! Sorry to hear that you missed 312 by hours. Mind you that 312 has more production numbers than 25 and you could wait for a while if you REALLY want 312 instead 25. Do not consider the rarity factor in your buying decisions. Buy what sings for you not forced into!

Trurolexer · 31 May 2009, 05:21 PM

Goode decision, 25 is a GREAT watch. I like the hubnail dial...

niels74 · 31 May 2009, 05:36 PM

The 25 is a nice choice cant go wrong with the Sub, Rare no the production run of the 25 is quite large, but indeed should this really matter if the watch smiles at you >??

Zed · 31 May 2009, 06:33 PM

i love the 25.. it was my first choice on the first watch and it slipped through my fingers i got the ARKTOS instead which is a limited edition 2004 with compass bazel.. if you like the 25 and want a limited watch that would appreciate try the Pam199 same look as 25 (stainless steel though, not titanium) anly limited to 500 issued in 2004. a friend of mine got hold of one on ebay for 8000usd last month.

tuisquash · 31 May 2009, 09:37 PM

i like the subs, but to be the first no.

Milgauss J · 1 June 2009, 01:04 AM

I am in HK now and the price I was given is 6600USD plus one croc strap for the 25. The salesman is giving 5% off HK prices which is lower than US prices. Seems like a good deal. I really like the watch, but I think for my first PAM, I am going to get one that is more versatile like the 312. Of course, like everyone else, I really love the 233 but it is just too expensive for me right now. Well, I have two more days to decide.

The 292 like in the US is impossible to find here. Any recommendatoin on AD's here in HK?

Mthwatch · 1 June 2009, 10:04 AM

I really like the 25, but in the end I preferred a little bit of polished steel, which the 25 doesn't have. I went with an H serial 24...which I'm actually selling right now. It has zero to do with the watch - I'm completely in love. I've had a lot of personal things happen all at once and I need to free up some cash. I have no doubt that I'll have another sooner than later...

hflee55 · 1 June 2009, 10:17 AM

the 25 is nice. missing out on the 312 could be a blessing in disguise.

Trurolexer · 1 June 2009, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hflee55

the 25 is nice. missing out on the 312 could be a blessing in disguise.

Yes, you're right...

Asad · 1 June 2009, 06:31 PM

I like the titanium case and the hobnail dial on the 25.

Lamone · 1 June 2009, 07:12 PM

The PAM 25 is my favorite Panerai after the PAM 239
You cannot go wrong with a PAM 25. You're going to love it

Milgauss J · 2 June 2009, 05:02 PM

I think I am a bit slow...why would it be a blessing in disguise? Is the 312 not so nice? Thanks

iaymnu · 3 June 2009, 11:46 AM

Amazing watch. But it is getting less time due to my new 16710

GBJIV · 3 June 2009, 04:43 PM

I think the 25 is a really nice looking Panerai...

Zed · 3 June 2009, 07:24 PM

love the strap on the titanium look.... awsome

Trurolexer · 3 June 2009, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Milgauss J

I think I am a bit slow...why would it be a blessing in disguise? Is the 312 not so nice? Thanks

No, of ourse 312 is very nice!!!

Randy · 4 June 2009, 05:58 AM

How is the 25's finish for repairing scratches??

iaymnu · 4 June 2009, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Randy

How is the 25's finish for repairing scratches??

A pain

It scratches quite easily and hoping that the TI will oxidize again is

Lamone · 4 June 2009, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iaymnu

A pain

It scratches quite easily and hoping that the TI will oxidize again is

Yes, it does scratch very easly, but TI looks so good.

Lamone · 4 June 2009, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by iaymnu

Amazing watch. But it is getting less time due to my new 16710

Stunning combo! What kind of strap is it?
I like the look of L dial better than T's.
I have a 25D but would love a 25 with an L dial.

ml2x5 · 4 June 2009, 12:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lamone

Stunning combo! What kind of strap is it?
I like the look of L dial better than T's.
I have a 25D but would love a 25 with an L dial.

..I beleive that strap is a OEM JV ...hope this helps

iaymnu · 4 June 2009, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lamone

Stunning combo! What kind of strap is it?
I like the look of L dial better than T's.
I have a 25D but would love a 25 with an L dial.

Yup OEM JV. It gets nicer when it gets worn more.

GBJIV · 4 June 2009, 02:23 PM

My Ti 177 has held up very well. There are repair pens for ti that I have heard work well if scratched. I have never had to use one. Cape Cod one time and it kept looking pretty good! I think you will like it....

morgman · 5 June 2009, 07:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Milgauss J

What do you guys think of this one? I came across one today. I missed getting a 312 by a few hours the other day. I am getting my first Panerai. Would this be a good starter? Would this watch be considered rare? Thanks in advance!

That was one my favorites initially. I do like the 24 better now (brushed/polished.)

31 May 2009, 03:51 PM	#1
Milgauss J "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 226	Pam25 What do you guys think of this one? I came across one today. I missed getting a 312 by a few hours the other day. I am getting my first Panerai. Would this be a good starter? Would this watch be considered rare? Thanks in advance!

31 May 2009, 09:37 PM	#6
tuisquash "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: tui Location: são paulo-brasil Watch: panerai rolex Posts: 772	i like the subs, but to be the first no. __________________ panerai and rolex

1 June 2009, 07:12 PM	#12
Lamone Banned Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: NYC Watch: ya mawt! Posts: 3,448	The PAM 25 is my favorite Panerai after the PAM 239 You cannot go wrong with a PAM 25. You're going to love it Attached Images

3 June 2009, 11:46 AM	#14
iaymnu "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: ken Location: NYC/Hong Kong Watch: Exp II/GMT2c Posts: 236	I love my 25 Amazing watch. But it is getting less time due to my new 16710

3 June 2009, 04:43 PM	#15
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	I think the 25 is a really nice looking Panerai... __________________ Jackson

31 May 2009, 04:44 PM	#2
VazLube Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: South of Equator Posts: 278	Ti Sub with hobnail dail? That's one of my list to get in future! Sorry to hear that you missed 312 by hours. Mind you that 312 has more production numbers than 25 and you could wait for a while if you REALLY want 312 instead 25. Do not consider the rarity factor in your buying decisions. Buy what sings for you not forced into!

31 May 2009, 05:21 PM	#3
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Goode decision, 25 is a GREAT watch. I like the hubnail dial...

31 May 2009, 05:36 PM	#4
niels74 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Siberia,yes it is Posts: 640	The 25 is a nice choice cant go wrong with the Sub, Rare no the production run of the 25 is quite large, but indeed should this really matter if the watch smiles at you >??

31 May 2009, 06:33 PM	#5
Zed Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Watch: Panerai 186 & 233 Posts: 489	i love the 25.. it was my first choice on the first watch and it slipped through my fingers i got the ARKTOS instead which is a limited edition 2004 with compass bazel.. if you like the 25 and want a limited watch that would appreciate try the Pam199 same look as 25 (stainless steel though, not titanium) anly limited to 500 issued in 2004. a friend of mine got hold of one on ebay for 8000usd last month.

1 June 2009, 01:04 AM	#7
Milgauss J "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 226	I am in HK now and the price I was given is 6600USD plus one croc strap for the 25. The salesman is giving 5% off HK prices which is lower than US prices. Seems like a good deal. I really like the watch, but I think for my first PAM, I am going to get one that is more versatile like the 312. Of course, like everyone else, I really love the 233 but it is just too expensive for me right now. Well, I have two more days to decide. The 292 like in the US is impossible to find here. Any recommendatoin on AD's here in HK?

1 June 2009, 10:04 AM	#8
Mthwatch Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Michael Location: Richmond, VA Watch: Panerai 000 Posts: 144	I really like the 25, but in the end I preferred a little bit of polished steel, which the 25 doesn't have. I went with an H serial 24...which I'm actually selling right now. It has zero to do with the watch - I'm completely in love. I've had a lot of personal things happen all at once and I need to free up some cash. I have no doubt that I'll have another sooner than later...

1 June 2009, 10:17 AM	#9
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	the 25 is nice. missing out on the 312 could be a blessing in disguise.

1 June 2009, 06:31 PM	#11
Asad "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Stillwater, OK Posts: 96	I like the titanium case and the hobnail dial on the 25.

2 June 2009, 05:02 PM	#13
Milgauss J "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 226	I think I am a bit slow...why would it be a blessing in disguise? Is the 312 not so nice? Thanks

3 June 2009, 07:24 PM	#16
Zed Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: UK Watch: Panerai 186 & 233 Posts: 489	love the strap on the titanium look.... awsome

4 June 2009, 05:58 AM	#18
Randy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Randy Location: Ohio Watch: AP, Rolex, Panerai Posts: 1,241	How is the 25's finish for repairing scratches??

4 June 2009, 02:23 PM	#24
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	My Ti 177 has held up very well. There are repair pens for ti that I have heard work well if scratched. I have never had to use one. Cape Cod one time and it kept looking pretty good! I think you will like it.... __________________ Jackson

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