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Bane_of_your_life · 25 January 2013, 07:26 PM

Panerai doing what other brands do... Rolex keep releasing oyster case watches but no1 seems to complain? Then again I don't like having more than one piece from a particular brand.

Watchdog · 26 January 2013, 10:07 PM

Interesting thread. Not sure about the PR on the bronze.

dman · 27 January 2013, 08:51 AM

Agree Bruno, very underwhelmed.

ec10020 · 27 January 2013, 11:31 PM

frankly, panerai is making all the right moves from a business perspective.

I was shocked when panerai released the 372 and the 390 because lot of people, myself included, purchased one (depending on wrist size) or both of those models and then were "done" with panerai.

372, 390, maybe a california radiomir or the dots and line radiomir if you like the radiomir shape, for the panerai DNA collectors that is it for us.

im grateful panerai pandered to the paneristi with the 372 and therefore I will forgive them for just trying to sell some watches at SIHH 2013

melons · 28 January 2013, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ec10020

frankly, panerai is making all the right moves from a business perspective.

I was shocked when panerai released the 372 and the 390 because lot of people, myself included, purchased one (depending on wrist size) or both of those models and then were "done" with panerai.

372, 390, maybe a california radiomir or the dots and line radiomir if you like the radiomir shape, for the panerai DNA collectors that is it for us.

im grateful panerai pandered to the paneristi with the 372 and therefore I will forgive them for just trying to sell some watches at SIHH 2013

Agreed, for the DNA guys like myself, the 372, 390, etc. are a gift. A gently worn 372 will be my only 2013 Panerai purchase, just so much to love with it.

Cru Jones · 28 January 2013, 07:04 AM

Click here, look at the pictures and tell me if your initial negative views haven't softened a tad.

Travelller · 28 January 2013, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Click here...

Photos like only Martin can make (because of 1. his talent and 2. his connections

)

Thanks for the heads up

bcacncnc · 28 January 2013, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Click here, look at the pictures and tell me if your initial negative views haven't softened a tad.

Wowzer! Spectacular pictures... and yeah...I'm liking them a lot!

ufboy73 · 7 August 2013, 02:16 PM

sorry to revive an old thread, but i was actually doing a search on the 399 and came across this.

though not as big or a long-time fan as many on here, i have enjoyed the few panerais i have and 'think' i get where this recent sentiment against panerai is coming from.

i guess, i am curious - are the older limited edition models - particularly the 127 and 217 still held in high regard by those that are well initiated in the brand?

kilyung · 7 August 2013, 05:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ufboy73

i guess, i am curious - are the older limited edition models - particularly the 127 and 217 still held in high regard by those that are well initiated in the brand?

If regard is measured by asking price, then

.

travisb · 7 August 2013, 06:16 PM

I know this is an older thread, but in retrospect there were some pretty damn hot releases! 526, 514, 508.... all pieces I could see myself chasing down the road.

Travelller · 7 August 2013, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ufboy73

...are the older limited edition models - particularly the 127 and 217 still held in high regard...

imho I'd say yes. At the current prices (which are lower than they were a few years back, but still impressive) they are certainly a luxury but if I had the means, they would both be in my collection

Shade · 8 August 2013, 02:20 AM

Im still bored with Panerai lately - nothing from their lineup excites me. I have posted several threads back and had a good chat with members here - hope it changes soon!

jvo300 · 8 August 2013, 03:20 AM

I still like the brand, but I will not buy another SE. Seems meaningless when they come out with almost exact copy re editions. Also, the rising price point of all the other models makes me rather buy a Rolex (modern and vintage).

htc8p · 8 August 2013, 02:00 PM

i did not like where panerai was headed. i still do not like where they are heading now.

they are stepping up to change the base models. because its a necessity. but soon they will probably shoot themselves in the foot...again

27 January 2013, 08:51 AM	#33
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Agree Bruno, very underwhelmed. __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

8 August 2013, 02:20 AM	#43
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Im still bored with Panerai lately - nothing from their lineup excites me. I have posted several threads back and had a good chat with members here - hope it changes soon! __________________ My collections.. Plus PAM 233, 232, 249 & PAM 417.

25 January 2013, 07:26 PM	#31
Bane_of_your_life Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: London Watch: IWC Portofino Posts: 114	Panerai doing what other brands do... Rolex keep releasing oyster case watches but no1 seems to complain? Then again I don't like having more than one piece from a particular brand.

26 January 2013, 10:07 PM	#32
Watchdog "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Junkyard Dog Location: The Doghouse Watch: I can't tell time Posts: 6,822	Interesting thread. Not sure about the PR on the bronze.

27 January 2013, 11:31 PM	#34
ec10020 Banned Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: taipei Posts: 98	frankly, panerai is making all the right moves from a business perspective. I was shocked when panerai released the 372 and the 390 because lot of people, myself included, purchased one (depending on wrist size) or both of those models and then were "done" with panerai. 372, 390, maybe a california radiomir or the dots and line radiomir if you like the radiomir shape, for the panerai DNA collectors that is it for us. im grateful panerai pandered to the paneristi with the 372 and therefore I will forgive them for just trying to sell some watches at SIHH 2013

28 January 2013, 07:04 AM	#36
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	Click here, look at the pictures and tell me if your initial negative views haven't softened a tad.

7 August 2013, 02:16 PM	#39
ufboy73 Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: usa Posts: 1,601	sorry to revive an old thread, but i was actually doing a search on the 399 and came across this. though not as big or a long-time fan as many on here, i have enjoyed the few panerais i have and 'think' i get where this recent sentiment against panerai is coming from. i guess, i am curious - are the older limited edition models - particularly the 127 and 217 still held in high regard by those that are well initiated in the brand?

7 August 2013, 06:16 PM	#41
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,489	I know this is an older thread, but in retrospect there were some pretty damn hot releases! 526, 514, 508.... all pieces I could see myself chasing down the road.

8 August 2013, 03:20 AM	#44
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I still like the brand, but I will not buy another SE. Seems meaningless when they come out with almost exact copy re editions. Also, the rising price point of all the other models makes me rather buy a Rolex (modern and vintage).

8 August 2013, 02:00 PM	#45
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,472	i did not like where panerai was headed. i still do not like where they are heading now. they are stepping up to change the base models. because its a necessity. but soon they will probably shoot themselves in the foot...again

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