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rolexgiants · 17 January 2009, 02:22 AM

i went looking at the new panerai store on madison avenue in manhattan yesterday afternoon... the salespeople were really friendly... the store was crowded and they really were patient with me... they showed me many different models... they discount ZERO.... ZERO on all models.... im worried if i buy one i will never wear any of my rolex again.... the 44mm on a strap are soooooo comfortable... i would like to hear comments from people who own both panerai and rolex.... which brand do u wear more..... THANK YOU in advance!!!!! have a great day!!!!!

rajurama · 17 January 2009, 02:27 AM

Well save more! and get both of them! I am dreaming this stunner cant hardly wait! Im sure you can divide the wrist time!

toph · 17 January 2009, 02:28 AM

good question. I love both. I have the GMt IIC and it feels a little small for the first 5 mins after wearing a PAM. But I enjoy both equally. I just couldn't wear a smaller rolex than the GMT IIC with the super case
:cheer:

rolexgiants · 17 January 2009, 02:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toph

good question. I love both. I have the GMt IIC and it feels a little small for the first 5 mins after wearing a PAM. But I enjoy both equally. I just couldn't wear a smaller rolex than the GMT IIC with the super case
:cheer:

the nice thing about the panerai is they are mostly 44mm and 45mm... and the strap feels so comfortable.... decisions.... decisions....

ronintt · 17 January 2009, 03:41 AM

I have a few watches and the panny is the only one I need to take off during the day, after a while it feels too heavy.

watchboy · 17 January 2009, 03:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toph

good question. I love both. I have the GMt IIC and it feels a little small for the first 5 mins after wearing a PAM. But I enjoy both equally. I just couldn't wear a smaller rolex than the GMT IIC with the super case
:cheer:

Well said! I have the same sentiment too. I am pampered by the 44mm size of the Panerai. But Rolex is top in quality. I wonder if Rolex comes up with some 44mm model, I think Panerai will take a plunge in sales. That's for sure I guess.

JMHO.

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Jacky

Trurolexer · 17 January 2009, 04:07 AM

Both is GREAT. But "for now" my Pannie is my favorite.

Luminor 44mm PAM 111 :

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valentine · 17 January 2009, 04:13 AM

traitor!!!!!! booooooooooooooooooooooo. why dont you go ahead and go with the trendy panerais and give me that deepsea!!!!! I cant believe this....first I have to wait for MY deepsea....then I find out youre a rangers fan...and NOW THIS!!!!!!!! oh man....

go for it, giants...life is short...if the panerai speaks to you, then go for it!

SLS · 17 January 2009, 04:15 AM

I have been to several Panerai GTG's and tried on dozens of models, but at the end of the day I find myself still going back to Rolex. Maybe I have just not found the right one, I really dig the base 00 & 05 models, but the AD's never seem to have them!

~Scott

sphereman · 17 January 2009, 04:17 AM

I was a Rolex guy at first... but at least for now, I only wear Panerai watches...
They look gorgeous and Rolex is too small for me now :(

tuisquash · 17 January 2009, 04:17 AM

i like both, but wear pams much more.
this straps virus will get you.

mfer · 17 January 2009, 05:09 AM

Variety is the spice of life! I want many other watches as well.
BP Fifty, Omega Speedy, GO Diver, and so on and so on and so on.

MY humble collection.

+

mfer · 17 January 2009, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SLS

I have been to several Panerai GTG's and tried on dozens of models, but at the end of the day I find myself still going back to Rolex. Maybe I have just not found the right one, I really dig the base 00 & 05 models, but the AD's never seem to have them!

~Scott

A couple weeks ago, my AD just got a zero in. They are the only AD in my town. Call them if you like to see if they still have it.

Gasoil4ever · 17 January 2009, 06:37 AM

I still need to see a PAM in real life to see if i like them.

Is the quality (case, dial etc) as good as Rolex ???

bigmikebee · 17 January 2009, 06:52 AM

the croc strap is more comfy then the roli's metal bands. they are both different types of watches and unique in there own sense.

mfer · 17 January 2009, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gasoil4ever

I still need to see a PAM in real life to see if i like them.

Is the quality (case, dial etc) as good as Rolex ???

Dial and case are incredible. Right on par IMHO.

Randy · 17 January 2009, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sphereman

I was a Rolex guy at first... but at least for now, I only wear Panerai watches...
They look gorgeous and Rolex is too small for me now :(

Same here! MY first purchase was a PAM88 then PAM233, they are getting more wrist time than my Rolllies.
My Daytona's look too small.

Rolexism · 17 January 2009, 07:11 AM

To me,I have 111 and it's so much fun to change straps and buckles around.

Display case back is nice,and I love to watch it. I always forget to wear my Rolex for sometimes since 111 has arrived.

Ofcourse,Rolex is different ,both of them will give you different feeling when you have them on.

The only thing that I don't like about Panerai is I keep buying new straps instead of saving money for my next watch

DeepC08 · 17 January 2009, 07:34 AM

What you do is .....think about a real special person in your life that has passed.What would they go with and in a way it will be your reminder of respect.....

Aaron

rayt · 17 January 2009, 08:54 AM

hi there
good question.in my case i normally wear my rolexes more often than my one and only panerai pam 104 and thats the reason why when i wear i feel my really feel good and the feel is different on a positive note.i want to do it that way.as if my panerai is special memeber of my watch collection.one panerai is good with me already especilly you can change straps as often as you want...

dman · 17 January 2009, 11:44 AM

I ebb and flow. But just this week I've worn watches from 36mm in my DJ to 40mm in the SD to 44mm today with the 233. Variety is not for all but works for me.

mike · 17 January 2009, 11:55 AM

Right now I'm about 60-40 Rolex-Panerai. I love em both.

TswaneNguni · 17 January 2009, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rolexgiants

i went looking at the new panerai store on madison avenue in manhattan yesterday afternoon... the salespeople were really friendly... the store was crowded and they really were patient with me... they showed me many different models... they discount ZERO.... ZERO on all models.... im worried if i buy one i will never wear any of my rolex again.... the 44mm on a strap are soooooo comfortable... i would like to hear comments from people who own both panerai and rolex.... which brand do u wear more..... THANK YOU in advance!!!!! have a great day!!!!!

After my 104,the first PAM,not only did I not wear the Rollies,I sold them ALL !!

Launch Mini · 17 January 2009, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

After my 104,the first PAM,not only did I not wear the Rollies,I sold them ALL !!

I was that way for about a year and a bit, but missed a nice bracelet watch , so picked up a daytona.

bodybump · 17 January 2009, 04:37 PM

IM going to ghet one myself soon..Pam 88..If they have a white dial of the 88 i will get one!!!

Trurolexer · 17 January 2009, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Launch Mini

I was that way for about a year and a bit, but missed a nice bracelet watch , so picked up a daytona.

I will follow your step, John.

Daytona is my top priority now.

Yes Sir!!!

GBJIV · 19 January 2009, 09:25 AM

Love both brands. Lately, I am all PAM - PAM was my first real watch so, I have loved them for a long time.

rayt · 19 January 2009, 10:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rayt

hi there
good question.in my case i normally wear my rolexes more often than my one and only panerai pam 104 and thats the reason why when i wear i feel my really feel good and the feel is different on a positive note.i want to do it that way.as if my panerai is special memeber of my watch collection.one panerai is good with me already especilly you can change straps as often as you want...

sorry for this reply.i read it its kinda mixed up.sleepy when i made that reply i guess.....

17 January 2009, 02:22 AM	#1
rolexgiants "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: new york, usa Posts: 2,903	rolex and panerai........ im worried..... i went looking at the new panerai store on madison avenue in manhattan yesterday afternoon... the salespeople were really friendly... the store was crowded and they really were patient with me... they showed me many different models... they discount ZERO.... ZERO on all models.... im worried if i buy one i will never wear any of my rolex again.... the 44mm on a strap are soooooo comfortable... i would like to hear comments from people who own both panerai and rolex.... which brand do u wear more..... THANK YOU in advance!!!!! have a great day!!!!!

17 January 2009, 02:27 AM	#2
rajurama "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Rick Location: Wakanda Watch: amacallit Posts: 2,090	Well save more! and get both of them! I am dreaming this stunner cant hardly wait! Im sure you can divide the wrist time! Attached Images

17 January 2009, 02:28 AM	#3
toph "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: ChrisTOPHer Location: Sydney Watch: Rolex, Brellum, Posts: 12,601	good question. I love both. I have the GMt IIC and it feels a little small for the first 5 mins after wearing a PAM. But I enjoy both equally. I just couldn't wear a smaller rolex than the GMT IIC with the super case :cheer: __________________ "Where no counsel is the people fall, but in the multitude of counselors there is safety." Member No.# 11795

17 January 2009, 03:41 AM	#5
ronintt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Garden of England Posts: 107	I have a few watches and the panny is the only one I need to take off during the day, after a while it feels too heavy. __________________ Rolex Daytona white face 116520 V2 Serial, Rolex GMT II C 116710 LN M serial, IWC Aquatimer Titanium IW353803, Panerai PAM 00090 (far too many straps too list!), Omega Seamaster Professional 2531.80.00, Bvlgari Diagono Aluminium AL44TAVD-SLN

17 January 2009, 04:07 AM	#7
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Both is GREAT. But "for now" my Pannie is my favorite. Luminor 44mm PAM 111 : Radiomir 47mm PAM 232 : Radiomir 45mm PAM 183 :

17 January 2009, 04:13 AM	#8
valentine Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Justin Location: Baltimore, MD Watch: TT Diamond DJ Posts: 2,809	traitor!!!!!! booooooooooooooooooooooo. why dont you go ahead and go with the trendy panerais and give me that deepsea!!!!! I cant believe this....first I have to wait for MY deepsea....then I find out youre a rangers fan...and NOW THIS!!!!!!!! oh man.... go for it, giants...life is short...if the panerai speaks to you, then go for it!

17 January 2009, 04:15 AM	#9
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,401	I have been to several Panerai GTG's and tried on dozens of models, but at the end of the day I find myself still going back to Rolex. Maybe I have just not found the right one, I really dig the base 00 & 05 models, but the AD's never seem to have them! ~Scott __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

17 January 2009, 04:17 AM	#10
sphereman 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 981	I was a Rolex guy at first... but at least for now, I only wear Panerai watches... They look gorgeous and Rolex is too small for me now :( __________________ 2023 Watch Collection Panerai: 249 California, 232, 390 Rolex: Starbucks Tudor: Blue Pelagos

17 January 2009, 04:17 AM	#11
tuisquash "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: tui Location: são paulo-brasil Watch: panerai rolex Posts: 772	i like both, but wear pams much more. this straps virus will get you. __________________ panerai and rolex

17 January 2009, 05:09 AM	#12
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	Variety is the spice of life! I want many other watches as well. BP Fifty, Omega Speedy, GO Diver, and so on and so on and so on. MY humble collection. + __________________ member#3242

17 January 2009, 06:37 AM	#14
Gasoil4ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Cameroun Watch: GS Snowflake Posts: 1,534	I still need to see a PAM in real life to see if i like them. Is the quality (case, dial etc) as good as Rolex ??? __________________ 16710 GMT Master II "M" , SD4000, GS Snowflake, Stowa Marine Original.

17 January 2009, 06:52 AM	#15
bigmikebee "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: USA Posts: 359	the croc strap is more comfy then the roli's metal bands. they are both different types of watches and unique in there own sense.

17 January 2009, 07:11 AM	#18
Rolexism "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Kong Location: CT Posts: 111	To me,I have 111 and it's so much fun to change straps and buckles around. Display case back is nice,and I love to watch it. I always forget to wear my Rolex for sometimes since 111 has arrived. Ofcourse,Rolex is different ,both of them will give you different feeling when you have them on. The only thing that I don't like about Panerai is I keep buying new straps instead of saving money for my next watch

17 January 2009, 07:34 AM	#19
DeepC08 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Aaron Location: westville Watch: Rolex Seadweller Posts: 7	What you do is .....think about a real special person in your life that has passed.What would they go with and in a way it will be your reminder of respect..... Aaron

17 January 2009, 08:54 AM	#20
rayt "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Earth Watch: must be rolex Posts: 630	hi there good question.in my case i normally wear my rolexes more often than my one and only panerai pam 104 and thats the reason why when i wear i feel my really feel good and the feel is different on a positive note.i want to do it that way.as if my panerai is special memeber of my watch collection.one panerai is good with me already especilly you can change straps as often as you want...

17 January 2009, 11:44 AM	#21
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	I ebb and flow. But just this week I've worn watches from 36mm in my DJ to 40mm in the SD to 44mm today with the 233. Variety is not for all but works for me. __________________ 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.

17 January 2009, 11:55 AM	#22
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Right now I'm about 60-40 Rolex-Panerai. I love em both.

17 January 2009, 04:37 PM	#25
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,233	IM going to ghet one myself soon..Pam 88..If they have a white dial of the 88 i will get one!!! __________________

19 January 2009, 09:25 AM	#27
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Love both brands. Lately, I am all PAM - PAM was my first real watch so, I have loved them for a long time. __________________ Jackson

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