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Palakiko · 4 August 2011, 08:35 PM

So I was in a AD for Rolex looking at mainly at 3 potentials: Deepsea, GMTiiC, and the Sub nd COSC. Well after looking at those and choosing which one I really liked I decided to venture away from the rolex section and into the Panerai section.

When I looked at Panerai's thru the glass it didnt really hit me, but when I put it on...Wow!! I was astounded at how great Panerai's are. I told the jeweler, "wow, I came in here for a Rolex and now Panerai just swoops in to brainwash me." The jeweler chuckled and said, "trust me. your not the only one thats done this."

I never knew how great Panerai's are. They are much better in person. Dont remember what model it was but it was a 40mm almost carbon fiber looking dial.

I ended up leaving confused and not knowing which timepiece I wanted.

hahaha

dddrees · 4 August 2011, 08:42 PM

Give it time and come back to it. However there are quite a few watches out there that are really nice. That is why many of us here own more than just one watch.

texex91 · 4 August 2011, 09:37 PM

I too was a 100% Rolex person for 20 years, and since owning the PAM 351, I am hooked. MUCH larger presence on wrist, little more unique (certainly than my Sub which I see a ton of), and just flat out comfortable.

I would go back and try on several other Panerai and compare them side by side with Rolex. Either way, you will most likely end up with both in your collection at some point. Let us know what you decide.

Palakiko · 4 August 2011, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by texex91

I too was a 100% Rolex person for 20 years, and since owning the PAM 351, I am hooked. MUCH larger presence on wrist, little more unique (certainly than my Sub which I see a ton of), and just flat out comfortable.

I would go back and try on several other Panerai and compare them side by side with Rolex. Either way, you will most likely end up with both in your collection at some point. Let us know what you decide.

I told my wife in the store...if I could have 2. Ill take these 2 (the sub no date and the pam) - she just laughed.

dddrees · 4 August 2011, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Palakiko

I told my wife in the store...if I could have 2. Ill take these 2 (the sub no date and the pam) - she just laughed.

A little of this, a little of that. This N That, not such a bad way to go.

SaddleSC · 4 August 2011, 10:33 PM

PAMs are great and they compliment Rolex watches very well. My only advice next time you go to the AD is to try on the 44mm. It is considered the standard Luminor size, and after you get used to it...it wears perfectly.

Good luck in your search!

rolexsweep · 4 August 2011, 10:38 PM

yep... that happens to me all the time, from going in looking at rolex, and other watches. and i end up seating down trying on panerai even though i didn't even want to look at them. Now i own one, so i fell for the panerai trap.

jay_man2 · 5 August 2011, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by texex91

... MUCH larger presence on wrist, little more unique (certainly than my Sub which I see a ton of), and just flat out comfortable.

.... .

I've been wearing a PAM 164 on an OEM alligator strap with tang buckle since last Saturday afternoon, and I agree completely. Very comfortable wearing watch.

ocwatching · 5 August 2011, 12:47 AM

I see another convert to the dark side..lol
enjoy the ride!

B. Doggy · 5 August 2011, 12:59 AM

Just do your research before taking the plunge. And WELCOME!

Cru Jones · 5 August 2011, 01:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ocwatching

I see another convert to the dark side..lol
enjoy the ride!

fc3s2k · 5 August 2011, 03:54 AM

Come into the dark side!

dddrees · 5 August 2011, 06:05 AM

Take your time, chose the one that makes you the happiest.

Palakiko · 13 August 2011, 02:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texex91

I too was a 100% Rolex person for 20 years, and since owning the PAM 351, I am hooked. MUCH larger presence on wrist, little more unique (certainly than my Sub which I see a ton of), and just flat out comfortable.

I would go back and try on several other Panerai and compare them side by side with Rolex. Either way, you will most likely end up with both in your collection at some point. Let us know what you decide.

The one that caught my eye at the store was a 40mm Luminor Power Reserve. The Dial with the "Paris hobnails" was what got me. Kind of a carbon fiber look but much more detailed...Pam00241

Here is a link of the timepiece. (the website is in japanese/chinese/?? but it shows the detail of the watch)....
http://www.google.com/imgres?q=pam00...:429,r:12,s:22

mocheen · 13 August 2011, 12:37 PM

That is a very nice looking PAM. You better be careful while browsning or you will end up with both.

4 August 2011, 08:35 PM	#1
Palakiko "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Francisco Location: sunny Ca (norCal) Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 193	Looking at a Rolex but Panerai came in... So I was in a AD for Rolex looking at mainly at 3 potentials: Deepsea, GMTiiC, and the Sub nd COSC. Well after looking at those and choosing which one I really liked I decided to venture away from the rolex section and into the Panerai section. When I looked at Panerai's thru the glass it didnt really hit me, but when I put it on...Wow!! I was astounded at how great Panerai's are. I told the jeweler, "wow, I came in here for a Rolex and now Panerai just swoops in to brainwash me." The jeweler chuckled and said, "trust me. your not the only one thats done this." I never knew how great Panerai's are. They are much better in person. Dont remember what model it was but it was a 40mm almost carbon fiber looking dial. I ended up leaving confused and not knowing which timepiece I wanted. hahaha

4 August 2011, 08:42 PM	#2
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Give it time and come back to it. However there are quite a few watches out there that are really nice. That is why many of us here own more than just one watch. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

4 August 2011, 10:33 PM	#6
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	PAMs are great and they compliment Rolex watches very well. My only advice next time you go to the AD is to try on the 44mm. It is considered the standard Luminor size, and after you get used to it...it wears perfectly. Good luck in your search! __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

4 August 2011, 10:38 PM	#7
rolexsweep "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Australia Watch: RG DD40 Posts: 1,149	yep... that happens to me all the time, from going in looking at rolex, and other watches. and i end up seating down trying on panerai even though i didn't even want to look at them. Now i own one, so i fell for the panerai trap. __________________ "Did you get that at retail?"

5 August 2011, 12:47 AM	#9
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	I see another convert to the dark side..lol enjoy the ride! __________________ too much into watches...

4 August 2011, 09:37 PM	#3
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	I too was a 100% Rolex person for 20 years, and since owning the PAM 351, I am hooked. MUCH larger presence on wrist, little more unique (certainly than my Sub which I see a ton of), and just flat out comfortable. I would go back and try on several other Panerai and compare them side by side with Rolex. Either way, you will most likely end up with both in your collection at some point. Let us know what you decide.

5 August 2011, 12:59 AM	#10
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Just do your research before taking the plunge. And WELCOME! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

5 August 2011, 03:54 AM	#12
fc3s2k "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Barry Location: california Watch: OFFICINE PANERAI Posts: 1,289	Come into the dark side! __________________

5 August 2011, 06:05 AM	#13
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	Take your time, chose the one that makes you the happiest. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

13 August 2011, 12:37 PM	#15
mocheen "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Aaron Location: San Francisco Watch: 16610LV Posts: 187	That is a very nice looking PAM. You better be careful while browsning or you will end up with both.

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