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22 July 2016, 08:43 PM | #31 |
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I wish I had your wrist! The 47mm 422 fits perfectly on your wrist. Ditch your girlfriend and buy the 422 !!! LOL
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Thanks! I have considered a Destro but I am really loving the sapphire (vs plexi) and power reserve on the 422. But it is a fair question since I'm left handed and wear watches on my right wrist (as you picked up). I'll give it some thought before pulling the trigger. |
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23 July 2016, 01:07 AM | #33 |
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422 look great on you
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368 is another awesome destro to consider. good luck with the hunt! |
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23 July 2016, 02:04 AM | #35 |
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After seeing the pics - the 422 is perfect on you. After a few days you'll be totally acclimated to the way it wears.
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23 July 2016, 02:06 AM | #36 |
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My wrist is 7.2, and I'm a pretty built 5'10" 215lbs, and I think the 372 looks perfect on my wrist, so you are totally in the clear, especially considering you won't be wearing it with a suit/cuffs every day. Enabling is what we are here for!
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422 takes the cake!
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23 July 2016, 02:18 AM | #38 |
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Thanks for sharing a lot of details that go into your decision making criteria - very helpful. And what a lovely problem to have! :-)
Since you are a buy-and-hold type of guy, I would put some extra reflection into this purchase. Panerai was instrumental is driving the big watch trend from the late 90-ies until it peaked a few years back. The market/industry is definitely moving back into more moderately sized pieces, even if the large watch segment will never go away, but having said that I would reflect upon that more deeply to ensure that you really want/need a big watch like the 422. Same goes for the popularity of Panerai in general, I would argue, but again, it will always have a loyal following. Just advising you to be 100% sure. With those caveats, I think the 422 works on you, and that is the best looking design. If you don't want the second hand, I would definitely recommend a base 372, even pick up a mint used one for under $6,000 and be done with it. Spend the saved money on some nice custom straps and put the rest towards the engagement ring for your girlfriend! :-) Best of luck and let us know how it goes! |
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So I feel like I've almost arrived at Panerai by process of elimination: I've loved the Luminor design as long as I've been into watches and like the idea of an iconic piece that is versatile and easy to change the look of with straps. And since I know I want a new piece (I've had a hell of a rough year and want to get something new to enjoy), PAM seems to be the right way forward. I also like the sort of boldness that this watch seems to convey aesthetically, especially since my personal style tends to be a little more restrained; this piece feels like a nice way to accent/bring a little flash to what I'm wearing. But I also worry that what you pointed out--the move toward smaller watches--will leave this big PAM looking in poor taste/style in 15 years. Hard to say. It definitely gives me pause. Right now I feel like I could fit this piece into my wardrobe/style easily, but I have this nagging concern that you articulated. Thoughts? More points for me to consider based on this? Quote:
Good thinking on straps. But engagement ring?? Nah! We've been together (and lived together) longer than many married couples we know but just aren't the marriage/kids type! Maybe just a little unconventional. :) |
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Ha, I like your way of thinking! :-)
15 years from now... hard to say, keep in mind that you will be pushing 50 and do you see yourself walking around with a 47mm watch by then? Other big option would be a Rolex DSSD, AP Diver (did you try it on?) or the IWC Big Pilot (the new 2016 model). But if the 422 checks all the boxes, go with that. Life is too short not to wear a watch you don't adore! :-) |
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422 all day every day!!! You won't regret it!!!
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Here's a pic of mine on an Aaron Bespoke charcoal grey croc strap with gold stitching...superb!!!!
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24 July 2016, 08:43 AM | #44 |
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Yes that's him! Just received 2 straps from him. Both are SUPERIOR!!! I HIGHLY recommend him!!!
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Just read through your thread as going through a similar decision making process re the 422. Are you happy with it - was it the right size in the end?..any advice to share?
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very cool story.i see you decided on the 422, totally my choice also. congrats eyeheartny
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