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Old 21 January 2010, 12:28 AM   #1
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Which one is better?

PAM328 or DJ II? They are all beautiful
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Old 21 January 2010, 12:53 AM   #2
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Like you said, BOTH Beautiful. Why you not try 312. The one with leather band?
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Old 21 January 2010, 01:02 AM   #3
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Out of the two, I will go for DJII. I don't like PAMs with bracelet. On the other hand if it was a 312 instead, there would be no contest!!! 312 all the way

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Old 21 January 2010, 01:38 AM   #4
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The reason I put 328 here instead of 312 is - DJ2 has the bracelet.
Most PAM owners are using all kind different straps, it is easy and not "expensive" to buy straps, but it will be very expensive if you want to buy a bracelet.
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Old 21 January 2010, 01:51 AM   #5
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The reason I put 328 here instead of 312 is - DJ2 has the bracelet.
Most PAM owners are using all kind different straps, it is easy and not "expensive" to buy straps, but it will be very expensive if you want to buy a bracelet.
You can save your $ by getting a 312 if you gonna wear 328 with straps.
Or what about the new 359???
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Old 21 January 2010, 01:59 AM   #6
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Asked AD about 359, they have no idea when they are going to get it, I'm on the list. Like I said in the other thread, I already got 328 for a pretty good deal.
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You can save your $ by getting a 312 if you gonna wear 328 with straps.
Or what about the new 359???
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Old 21 January 2010, 02:10 AM   #7
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I was in a situation like you 328 or DJ II. I chose 328 and I haven't looked back. The bracelet is amazing and for anyone who hasn't wore one are missing out imo.
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Old 21 January 2010, 02:28 AM   #8
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Thanks Ali, you make me feel better
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I was in a situation like you 328 or DJ II. I chose 328 and I haven't looked back. The bracelet is amazing and for anyone who hasn't wore one are missing out imo.
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Old 21 January 2010, 02:40 AM   #9
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Thanks Ali, you make me feel better
Hahaha, I got your back bud, I only wished the 328 had the power reserve indicator in the back just like the 329, but oh well...
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Old 21 January 2010, 05:43 AM   #10
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No contest >> 328
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Old 21 January 2010, 06:22 AM   #11
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x2 Not sure about the dial on the DJII in the picture though.
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Old 21 January 2010, 06:26 AM   #12
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DJ 2 but white dial with WG bezel or TT with ivory dial.
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Old 21 January 2010, 06:30 AM   #13
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Is that a new style bracelet? I liked the old style, but not sure about this one..
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Old 21 January 2010, 06:31 AM   #14
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Few things I think 328 is better than DJ II:
1. 3 days power reserve.
2. easy to change between strap and bracelet
3. only 1000 pieces made every year
4. bigger - if you like bigger watch
5. see through back
6. 300m water prove - if you care
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Old 21 January 2010, 06:38 AM   #15
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I don't think there is a right or wrong answer. It all depends on which you prefer. For me, between those two, the Pam wins in a walk.
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Old 21 January 2010, 07:55 AM   #16
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Although I have the 328, I find the bracelet too heavy to wear. I tried on the DJII and it was more comfortable but I didn't care for the look
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:38 AM   #17
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Of the 2, I prefer the DJ. But, the PAM is pretty!
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:45 AM   #18
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i love the 312 but i also absolutely adore the new DJ II!!!
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:48 AM   #19
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Both are great watches, but I would rather have the DJII. You would be happy with both.

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Old 21 January 2010, 10:46 AM   #20
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When the 359 comes in sell me your 328
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Old 21 January 2010, 02:13 PM   #21
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I thought I like old style bracelet better too until I saw this new style in person - it is very good looking, and very well made, feel so solid.
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Is that a new style bracelet? I liked the old style, but not sure about this one..
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Old 21 January 2010, 02:39 PM   #22
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Since I already have a 312, I'd go for DJII, but if I didn't, I'd go PAM! :D
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Old 21 January 2010, 02:49 PM   #23
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In this case, the PAM, no question.
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Old 21 January 2010, 03:29 PM   #24
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I'm a big Rolex fan as well, but to me this is not even a contest. 328 by miles....
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Old 21 January 2010, 04:36 PM   #25
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another 328 here....much nicer watch aesthetically....
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Old 21 January 2010, 04:48 PM   #26
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Have to agree with what's been said. I'd go 312 before I'd go 328... but I'd got 328 before I went DJII.
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:01 PM   #27
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:24 PM   #28
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Out of the two, I will go for DJII. I don't like PAMs with bracelet. On the other hand if it was a 312 instead, there would be no contest!!! 312 all the way
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:36 PM   #29
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i love the 312 but i also absolutely adore the new DJ II!!!
So which one you choose, Bro?
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Old 21 January 2010, 09:38 PM   #30
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Since I already have a 312, I'd go for DJII, but if I didn't, I'd go PAM! :D
Are you Indonesian? COOL!!!

Suka Panerai juga Pak?
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