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Old 9 May 2009, 10:14 AM   #1
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PAM 88--thinking of buying one.

Thinking of complimenting my LV sub with a Pam 88, does anyone have one? If so, what are your thoughts?
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Old 9 May 2009, 10:45 AM   #2
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I think it is a fantastic Panerai. Although I do not own one, it is definitely in my top three favorites. When I go to the A.D., it's the one that ALWAYS catches my attention first.

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Old 9 May 2009, 11:24 AM   #3
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Supurb reference. It would complement your diver well.

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Old 9 May 2009, 12:17 PM   #4
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Can't go wrong with that great piece. In fact, if I remember correctly, somebody here has owned it 4 different times. Paging dman...
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Old 9 May 2009, 12:22 PM   #5
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Holy Crap. that looks nice...
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Old 9 May 2009, 12:33 PM   #6
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The 88 would be a fine choice.
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Old 9 May 2009, 12:47 PM   #7
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You have excellent taste! The 88 has always been on my list...silver seconds sub dial, GMT hand, busy but very balanced dial...I love it! I think you will enjoy for years to come!
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Old 9 May 2009, 01:11 PM   #8
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Go for it!!!
I sold my LV too for Panerai.
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Old 9 May 2009, 02:06 PM   #9
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Love Panerai.
Don't like the silver sub dial on the 88

Just looks well I dont know I just dont like it.

Thats just me.

If you like it GET IT! GREAT watch!
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Old 9 May 2009, 03:03 PM   #11
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Any ss Luminor is a great buy.Go for it !!!
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Old 9 May 2009, 03:08 PM   #12
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88 is have busy dial, but look so nice...
Congrats Oscar!!!
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Old 9 May 2009, 03:19 PM   #13
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You will not be disappointed!!!! I just got mine couple of days ago..and now i can show it off...

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Old 9 May 2009, 03:22 PM   #14
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I love the 88 for sure, but it's the 3rd on my list. 190 is check, next 233, then 88.
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Old 9 May 2009, 09:19 PM   #15
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Love Panerai.
Don't like the silver sub dial on the 88

Just looks well I dont know I just dont like it.

Thats just me.

If you like it GET IT! GREAT watch!
That makes two of us. Like 88 for lots of features but silver seconds subdial nixes the deal for me. It looks out of character and unbalanced to me.

297 is what I'm talking about but silver bling bracelet nixes the deal for me!

244 almost there but it's 40mm and no skeleton hands!

89 is almost there but it's out of production and colour is iffy.

Oh well! I would like to own a PAM with skeleton hands. 24/25 maybe.
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Old 9 May 2009, 09:24 PM   #16
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Better wait for PAM320

They should be in all ADs by Jun
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Old 9 May 2009, 10:57 PM   #17
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297 is nice, the bracelet is great and you can
wear it on any other band easily like any other Panerai.

237 is really the way to go.
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Old 10 May 2009, 05:14 AM   #18
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Go for it, great looking watch!!
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Old 10 May 2009, 05:26 AM   #19
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That makes two of us. Like 88 for lots of features but silver seconds subdial nixes the deal for me. It looks out of character and unbalanced to me.

297 is what I'm talking about but silver bling bracelet nixes the deal for me!

244 almost there but it's 40mm and no skeleton hands!

89 is almost there but it's out of production and colour is iffy.

Oh well! I would like to own a PAM with skeleton hands. 24/25 maybe.
25 is very nice... Saw one last month. Very cool.
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88 is have busy dial, but look so nice...
Congrats Oscar!!!
And so is my Daytona tr...I love busy dials actually...I feel like there is more into the watch besides just telling time..
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Old 10 May 2009, 11:34 AM   #22
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Hahaha your just jealous..I know you want one!!!!
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Old 10 May 2009, 11:40 AM   #23
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Hahaha your just jealous..I know you want one!!!!
I WANT ONE !!!

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Old 10 May 2009, 04:48 PM   #24
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88

i love it, and IMHO a great piece, its as any Lum also very plesant to wear, and it will be a great addition to your Sub. Also the timekeeping of the calibre is great. And indeed it has a busy dial, but very eye catching.

Need to take some new pic's these are getting boring LOL...


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Old 11 May 2009, 07:44 AM   #25
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I bought mine at Christmas on a whim. I thought the dial was too busy and the GMT hand was a distraction. Now I love it and it keeps good time with a reasonable reserve if you have to take it off for a couple of days.
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Old 11 May 2009, 12:50 PM   #26
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88..hmm nice number

after I saw Oscar wore that while frolicking at the waterland pics, maybe i get one after i get the LV..; )..absolutely stunning
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88..hmm nice number

after I saw Oscar wore that while frolicking at the waterland pics, maybe i get one after i get the LV..; )..absolutely stunning
Get one Raam....with that leather band and rubber band you dont have to worry about scratches...
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Old 11 May 2009, 03:07 PM   #28
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Get one Raam....with that leather band and rubber band you dont have to worry about scratches...
Are you still showing off?
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Old 13 May 2009, 01:13 PM   #29
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Everyone admires my 88,, its a show stopper.


Rolexes are seen everyday but Panerai's arent and watch lovers notice my 88 immediately.

its a great time piece.
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