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SSD · 26 April 2008, 09:06 PM

Sorry, Steve, but the Daytona far outclasses the Panerai. It just isn't as collectible...yet! Just my

PhilM · 26 April 2008, 09:33 PM

Pam for me..

brainbizz · 26 April 2008, 09:43 PM

Own several PAMS and both SS daytona. The fiddy is a beautiful piece but would not pay the premium. The white gold daytona is ok...I would find another PAM in a 1950 case ie 233 with out the premium or ss daytona.

SPACE-DWELLER · 26 April 2008, 09:49 PM

Normally more of a Rolex man personally, I would go for the PAM 127 in a heartbeat. I like the clean and classic looks of it. The Daytona is nice, too, but not as nice as the PAM.

East Bay Rider · 26 April 2008, 10:16 PM

Daytona all day long. People choose watches for the looks and the features. The Daytona has more features and prettier looks.

CoopJr · 26 April 2008, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jake

I don't get Paneria.

Me neither. I don't see what the big deal is.

Those IWC's are beatuies though.

Steve...WG Daytona hands down

. Simply stunning

...a breathtaking watch

IMO. No offense whatsoever to Panerai fans but most of their line simply look like a big chunky Timex.

Gurmot · 26 April 2008, 11:09 PM

No surprises that you get the majority voting for the Daytona on this forum.

However, I'm NOT dedicated to Rolex and have a good balance of brands in my collection but I have to say that I would go for the Daytona. I think the model you mention is nicer than the meteorite dial and will always be a class act.

I am a dive watch fan and I do like the PAM but it is in a much lower league than the Daytona in my opinion.

Good luck - Simon

Rockrolex · 26 April 2008, 11:30 PM

I voted Daytona. I am into complications and the PAM is (a) too simple for my taste; and (b) too big for my taste. I like big watches (my Breitling Navitimer Olympus is 43.5mm and my Glycine Airman 9 is 44mm) but the PAM just looks too big and clunky with that oversized crown guard.

You asked so that's my

MAC4130 · 2 May 2008, 03:45 AM

Steve, PAM 127 because of the following advanatges over the Daytona:

1) Clean understated looking watch
2) Limited Edition
3) Highly collectible
4) Already doubled its list price and will keep on gaining value

Yes the daytonas are beautifull watches BUT other than the SS their resale price is not great, and if you are interested on that 127 you can buy the Daytona, wait get the cravings again for the PAM 127 and will have to regret not buying it before as it has increased in price yet again!!!!
Get that PAM127!!!

mldaytona · 2 May 2008, 04:22 AM

What a waste of money if spent on that PAM. You could get a fake one that looks exactly like that for $45. Get the WG Daytona.

clbcpa · 2 May 2008, 04:31 AM

Daytona all the Way!!

llamaofdoom · 2 May 2008, 04:57 AM

I'd go with the Rolex.

Longer term, the Rolex will continue to appreciate and will remain a very desireable watch.

Panerai, as much as I like them, haven't proven themselves in the same way that Rolex has.

hienpham04 · 2 May 2008, 05:02 AM

For the investment and everyday wear, I would go for the PAM. For the look, I would go for the WG Daytona. I am a Rolex fan, but Panerai is growing on me now. Go PAM!

Welshwatchman · 2 May 2008, 05:05 AM

Go for the Rolex.

Whilst I really liked my Pam 111 it shook me to the bone when a sales rep once showed up wearing his "replica Pam".

They had the EXACT SAME MOVEMENT as mine, including the Swan neck. Mine was a little more polished I grant you but there again mine cost £2500 and his cost £95.

I flipped the watch within the month and only lost pin money but I never had the same looks on a Unitas movement Pam again.

Markg · 2 May 2008, 05:56 AM

i would get the daytona, although im not a big fan of those silver/white dials

GMTJOHNNY · 2 May 2008, 06:18 AM

I am with JJ on this one. Wait for the DDII in YG.
WG does nothing for me and only Rolex aficionados know the difference. Looks like plain old steel to everyone else.

And here is a kicker...Just what does PAM stand for?

boa2 · 2 May 2008, 06:44 AM

For around the same total price, I'd get a SS Daytona AND a PAM 190 or 233 in mint condition.

mfer · 2 May 2008, 07:29 AM

127!!!!!!!!!!!

That domed crystal is to die for. Much more rare than a WG Daytona.

I however must admit, I'm not a super Daytona fan. Don't get me wrong, they are wonderful, but there are so many other watches I would rather have, like let's say a 127!!!!!

Good luck. You really can't make a wrong choice however!

View Poll Results: What to choose?
Panerai PAM127	19	24.68%
Rolex Daytona WG 116509	58	75.32%
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26 April 2008, 09:06 PM	#31
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	Sorry, Steve, but the Daytona far outclasses the Panerai. It just isn't as collectible...yet! Just my __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

26 April 2008, 09:49 PM	#34
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Normally more of a Rolex man personally, I would go for the PAM 127 in a heartbeat. I like the clean and classic looks of it. The Daytona is nice, too, but not as nice as the PAM. __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

26 April 2008, 10:16 PM	#35
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,073	Daytona all day long. People choose watches for the looks and the features. The Daytona has more features and prettier looks. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

26 April 2008, 11:30 PM	#38
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,966	I voted Daytona. I am into complications and the PAM is (a) too simple for my taste; and (b) too big for my taste. I like big watches (my Breitling Navitimer Olympus is 43.5mm and my Glycine Airman 9 is 44mm) but the PAM just looks too big and clunky with that oversized crown guard. You asked so that's my __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

26 April 2008, 09:33 PM	#32
PhilM "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Phil Location: London Watch: Sea-Dweller Posts: 1,765	Pam for me..

26 April 2008, 09:43 PM	#33
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	Own several PAMS and both SS daytona. The fiddy is a beautiful piece but would not pay the premium. The white gold daytona is ok...I would find another PAM in a 1950 case ie 233 with out the premium or ss daytona.

26 April 2008, 11:09 PM	#37
Gurmot Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Simon Location: UK Posts: 568	No surprises that you get the majority voting for the Daytona on this forum. However, I'm NOT dedicated to Rolex and have a good balance of brands in my collection but I have to say that I would go for the Daytona. I think the model you mention is nicer than the meteorite dial and will always be a class act. I am a dive watch fan and I do like the PAM but it is in a much lower league than the Daytona in my opinion. Good luck - Simon

2 May 2008, 03:45 AM	#39
MAC4130 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Miguel Cornejo Location: El Paso Tx Watch: 116500LN Posts: 488	Steve, PAM 127 because of the following advanatges over the Daytona: 1) Clean understated looking watch 2) Limited Edition 3) Highly collectible 4) Already doubled its list price and will keep on gaining value Yes the daytonas are beautifull watches BUT other than the SS their resale price is not great, and if you are interested on that 127 you can buy the Daytona, wait get the cravings again for the PAM 127 and will have to regret not buying it before as it has increased in price yet again!!!! Get that PAM127!!! __________________ Rolex Daytona 116500LN Black, Rolex Daytona 116500LN White, Rolex TT GMTIIC, Panerai 88, Cartier Santos TT Auto, Omega Seamaster GMT Bond Co-axial, Omega Constellation SS Auto, Tag Heuer Carrera Chrono Tachy Auto

2 May 2008, 04:22 AM	#40
mldaytona "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: USA Watch: me go all out Posts: 1,183	What a waste of money if spent on that PAM. You could get a fake one that looks exactly like that for $45. Get the WG Daytona.

2 May 2008, 04:31 AM	#41
clbcpa 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: georgia Watch: 5508 Posts: 758	Daytona all the Way!! Attached Images __________________

2 May 2008, 04:57 AM	#42
llamaofdoom Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Georgia Posts: 417	I'd go with the Rolex. Longer term, the Rolex will continue to appreciate and will remain a very desireable watch. Panerai, as much as I like them, haven't proven themselves in the same way that Rolex has.

2 May 2008, 05:02 AM	#43
hienpham04 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Hien Q Pham Location: Orlando, FL Watch: Rolex President Posts: 595	For the investment and everyday wear, I would go for the PAM. For the look, I would go for the WG Daytona. I am a Rolex fan, but Panerai is growing on me now. Go PAM!

2 May 2008, 05:05 AM	#44
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	Go for the Rolex. Whilst I really liked my Pam 111 it shook me to the bone when a sales rep once showed up wearing his "replica Pam". They had the EXACT SAME MOVEMENT as mine, including the Swan neck. Mine was a little more polished I grant you but there again mine cost £2500 and his cost £95. I flipped the watch within the month and only lost pin money but I never had the same looks on a Unitas movement Pam again. __________________ ..33

2 May 2008, 05:56 AM	#45
Markg "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Mark Location: California Watch: R Posts: 913	i would get the daytona, although im not a big fan of those silver/white dials

2 May 2008, 06:18 AM	#46
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	I am with JJ on this one. Wait for the DDII in YG. WG does nothing for me and only Rolex aficionados know the difference. Looks like plain old steel to everyone else. And here is a kicker...Just what does PAM stand for? __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

2 May 2008, 06:44 AM	#47
boa2 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Howard Location: Utah Watch: Lover Posts: 3,939	Can I throw a wrench (spanner, right?) into the mix? For around the same total price, I'd get a SS Daytona AND a PAM 190 or 233 in mint condition. __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

2 May 2008, 07:29 AM	#48
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	127!!!!!!!!!!! That domed crystal is to die for. Much more rare than a WG Daytona. I however must admit, I'm not a super Daytona fan. Don't get me wrong, they are wonderful, but there are so many other watches I would rather have, like let's say a 127!!!!! Good luck. You really can't make a wrong choice however! __________________ member#3242

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