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Old 4 July 2011, 03:08 AM   #1
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I have been thinking about a 176 or177 but have not been able to see one in person. My question is this - does a 176 or 177 wear "smaller" than other 44mm models. I am wondering this because it seems to me that watches with a matte type finish sometimes appear smaller than a similarly sized watch with a more polished look. Anyone with any thoughts on this? Truth is I would prefer the smaller look but would still like to try something larger than a 40mm. If there are any other recommendations of 44mm Pams that might wear smaller I would love to know. Thanks for any opinions on this.
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Old 4 July 2011, 03:11 AM   #2
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The titanium is same size as regular luminors but I would opined that they feel about 30% lighter so it wears taper(will not hang) to the wrist and feels more snug. In every panerai collection, there should always be a TI.

Good luck with your choice!

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Old 4 July 2011, 03:40 AM   #3
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They look the same to me, but the subtle hue of the brushed titanium is more modest and less blingy hence making it less noticeable - but not necessarily appear smaller. Though it does feel alot lighter!
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Old 4 July 2011, 05:35 AM   #4
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no, i don't think it "looks" smaller, and, to me, it doesn't weight THAT much lighter, either (mostly b/c i don't think either SS or titanium luminors are particularly heavy).

comes down to personal preference. between all-polished and titanium, i prefer the brighter all-polished to the duller (imo) titanium. ultimately, all-polished was a bit much for me, so, i went brushed case + polished bezel (164).
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I use to have a 177 and I have a 312!!
From that I can tell you that the 177 is lighter. But size wise it's the same.
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Old 5 July 2011, 04:34 AM   #6
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thanks for the help!! I am leaning to the 176. From what I understand some years are painted dial and some sandwich. Is there a specific year or serial when they go from one to the other?
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Great choice! I do not find the 177 to wear smaller than my 000, but I do find it to be much more comfortable especially for long periods of time. I also prefer the darker brushed appearance, which gives it a more casual look with the right strap. Perfect PAM for summer!
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Old 5 July 2011, 10:01 AM   #8
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thanks for the help!! I am leaning to the 176. From what I understand some years are painted dial and some sandwich. Is there a specific year or serial when they go from one to the other?

The painted dial stopped at the 176G series.. so if you still prefer a titanium with a painted dial, there are the 55 and 116 but those, are slightly harder to find and comes at a premium.

Good luck with your decision. Sandwich or painted, both winners.

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Here is a titanium with painted dial in a 118. The brownish tone serves as a great contrast vs. the painted numeral markers:


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Fred! How many pams do you have? Lol..
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Old 5 July 2011, 01:45 PM   #12
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Those are both GORGEOUS watches. Now I may be leaning toward the 177. Something tells me I can't go wrong. Thanks again for the info!!
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Old 6 July 2011, 10:15 AM   #13
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Fred! How many pams do you have? Lol..

So many pams but only one wrist norm... its a good dilemma to have! I am like the turnover king... They come and go so fast!
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Old 14 July 2011, 10:07 AM   #14
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Exact same size, just lighter weight.
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