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glenn_herwig · 31 October 2016, 07:21 AM

So I was watching watch videos on YouTube and of coarse google target marketing put a panerai commercial before my video I was going to watch and it was advertising the new panerai Due collection. And man I must say they look gorgeous. Particularly the Pam 676. When do you think pre owned ones will hit the market. This would be my first panerai. I always thought if I was going to get a panerai it would be the base models but these really are Beutiful. What are your guys thoughts on the due collection.

All the the best,

Glenn

scarlet knight · 31 October 2016, 07:28 AM

I had an 005. I am not tall and have a thin wrist. The 676 would suit me better. The list price is nearly triple what I paid 10 yrs ago.

glenn_herwig · 31 October 2016, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by scarlet knight

I had an 005. I am not tall and have a thin wrist. The 676 would suit me better. The list price is nearly triple what I paid 10 yrs ago.

I am 6'7" but have 7.25 inch wrists so I would need to go see how the slimmer 676 feels. And go Rutgers...

Ruud Van Driver · 31 October 2016, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by glenn_herwig

I am 6'7" but have 7.25 inch wrists so I would need to go see how the slimmer 676 feels. And go Rutgers...

My wrist is also 7.25" but I'm only 6'1". A 44mm will be fine on you.

As for the Due, there's not a lot of love for them on here but if one will make you happy then knock yourself out.

As for the used market, it's hard to say but if you live in the US, I would imagine DavidSW will be able to source one at a decent price for you. Also, go visit a few ADs, you might find one will offer you a price that you're happy with.

Good luck

Speed · 31 October 2016, 08:58 AM

I don't like them.

The spring bars and snap on case backs turn me off.

To me, those features are very un Panerai. For those reasons alone, I could never own one.

p_mcgee · 31 October 2016, 12:24 PM

I like the size & don't care about the depth rating that a lot of people criticize. Not sure if I like the sunburst dial-- need to see it in person.

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ap1 · 31 October 2016, 01:19 PM

I approve

mps354 · 31 October 2016, 01:30 PM

I like the thin profile, but would prefer a matte dial

Cru Jones · 31 October 2016, 03:28 PM

All that matters is what you want to wear on your wrist.

Personally, I find the Due to be an attractive watch, just not a Panerai. Snap back case and 30 meter rating? No thanks. It's not a Panerai if the only permitted contact with water is washing hands! 100 meter minimum.

Imagine Rolex taking the Submariner and reducing the rating from 300 meters to 30. Ridiculous? Exactly.

Psmith · 31 October 2016, 07:45 PM

Nice-looking, but technically disappointing.

ap1 · 1 November 2016, 03:45 AM

[QUOTE=Cru Jones;7110800]All that matters is what you want to wear on your wrist.

Personally, I find the Due to be an attractive watch, just not a Panerai. Snap back case and 30 meter rating? No thanks. It's not a Panerai if the only permitted contact with water is washing hands! 100 meter minimum.

Imagine Rolex taking the Submariner and reducing the rating from 300 meters to 30. Ridiculous? Exactly.

[/QUOTE

I don't disagree but no1 is swimming in that all polish case with a black gator strap. It does eliminate a rubber option though for water use.

31 October 2016, 07:21 AM	#1
glenn_herwig "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Glenn Location: NJ Posts: 309	Panerai Due So I was watching watch videos on YouTube and of coarse google target marketing put a panerai commercial before my video I was going to watch and it was advertising the new panerai Due collection. And man I must say they look gorgeous. Particularly the Pam 676. When do you think pre owned ones will hit the market. This would be my first panerai. I always thought if I was going to get a panerai it would be the base models but these really are Beutiful. What are your guys thoughts on the due collection. All the the best, Glenn __________________ Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.005 Jaeger Le Coultre Grande Date 240.8.15 Instagram: @select.timepieces

31 October 2016, 08:58 AM	#5
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Panerai Due I don't like them. The spring bars and snap on case backs turn me off. To me, those features are very un Panerai. For those reasons alone, I could never own one.

31 October 2016, 07:45 PM	#10
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Nice-looking, but technically disappointing. __________________

31 October 2016, 07:28 AM	#2
scarlet knight "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: USA Watch: Good ones Posts: 8,468	I had an 005. I am not tall and have a thin wrist. The 676 would suit me better. The list price is nearly triple what I paid 10 yrs ago.

31 October 2016, 12:24 PM	#6
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	I like the size & don't care about the depth rating that a lot of people criticize. Not sure if I like the sunburst dial-- need to see it in person. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 October 2016, 01:19 PM	#7
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	I approve

31 October 2016, 01:30 PM	#8
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 9,099	I like the thin profile, but would prefer a matte dial

31 October 2016, 03:28 PM	#9
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	All that matters is what you want to wear on your wrist. Personally, I find the Due to be an attractive watch, just not a Panerai. Snap back case and 30 meter rating? No thanks. It's not a Panerai if the only permitted contact with water is washing hands! 100 meter minimum. Imagine Rolex taking the Submariner and reducing the rating from 300 meters to 30. Ridiculous? Exactly.

1 November 2016, 03:45 AM	#11
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	[QUOTE=Cru Jones;7110800]All that matters is what you want to wear on your wrist. Personally, I find the Due to be an attractive watch, just not a Panerai. Snap back case and 30 meter rating? No thanks. It's not a Panerai if the only permitted contact with water is washing hands! 100 meter minimum. Imagine Rolex taking the Submariner and reducing the rating from 300 meters to 30. Ridiculous? Exactly. [/QUOTE I don't disagree but no1 is swimming in that all polish case with a black gator strap. It does eliminate a rubber option though for water use.

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