Looking for first Panerai

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Originally Posted by Jroe

Longtime Panerai admirer here. Have a handful of Rolex that I wear in rotation, but have been wanting to add a Panerai into the mix. Have some newbie questions:

Is there a "quintessential" PAM that one should consider? In Rolex speak AKA Submariner, if you catch my drift.

In my limited exposure to the models, I do seem to like the PAM 104. It has the date and seconds function which I find useful. Retail is $7k, I see pre-owned go for the $4k range. How much should one expect to get one from an AD for? Is there a standard discount people are receiving on a new one?

Anything to consider on new vs. pre-owned models (updated movements/features/etc.)?

Thanks guys!

I spent months researching after I was bitten by the Panerai bug in 2016.

I ended getting the 1312 and have ZERO regrets. I also bought the 564, which I later sold to my friend's husband after only 6 months.

I think a 1950's case, with a sandwich dial is the way to go, no matter which model you choose.
I think if you have the wrist size to pull it off (anything bigger than 7"), you should strongly consider the 372.