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The Oak · 3 February 2009, 06:45 AM

Most of you may be aware that I recently posted "faulty pam" which was a detailed description of the faulty 275 that I purchased. Now I need your help in deciding what my next step is. I have been given a few options by my AD which have left me perplexed as in what to do. There are three pams that are arriving to my country in the next week that I am being given first priority as to which I want (if any are to my liking at all.) Please do not take into account the extra money I'll need to add for any particular watch as I will be given a great discount on any I choose. To judge on basis of looks is less critical because I am equally pleased by all three of the watches' exteriors. What is important to me is the reliability of the watch, exclusivity, and future value. I would greatly like to hear all opinions, large and small. I am sorry that I have posted this simultaneously on a few forums. My decision must be hasty and of course a good one. Here are the models 1) Pam 277 a unique special edition of 250 units only produced in 2007

http://www.panerai.com/s_special_edi...categoria=7295

2) Pam 311

http://www.panerai.com/s_page.xpd?id...categoria=7291

3) Pam 289

http://www.panerai.com/s_page.xpd?id_lingua=2&id_sezione=16&id_prodotto=7 290&id_categoria=5784

Now they are willing to replace my 275; however, they are not sure if and when one will arrive.

I am pretty much going to do what you guys tell me to do so please think it over.

I guess the real question is if I can trust the calibre of the 2004 as opposed to the 2003. I think this is a question for all paneristi because these are watches that not only represent the company in their exterior aspects but their inner ones as well; for they are 100% Panerai!!

Thanks

Spencer · 3 February 2009, 07:34 AM

If those are my 3 options I would go with the 277 based on it’s exclusivity and rarity. The 311 and 289 are gorgeous but are more readily available, yes? Because I of that I would go for the 277.

argee1977 · 3 February 2009, 08:13 AM

I'd go for the 277 as well, gold Panerai's are lovely, BUT, you're having problems with the actual movement and both the 277 and 311 have the same movement as your 275, so maybe the 289 is a safer bet?

brainbizz · 3 February 2009, 10:12 AM

I am confused on several accounts regarding your transaction. There obviously is no simple answer and it would depend on how often you plan on wearing the watch. THE GOLD WATCHES ARE NOT EVERYDAY WATCHES. I wear my 289 frequently but not everyday. It is my favorite of all the above and very reliable even has the date. Would rec. steel or Ti for everyday wear.

GBJIV · 3 February 2009, 11:35 AM

Sorry my friend. For me, it just does not work this way. You have to love it. As Dman and others say - it's a passion that I really can't explain... Either you get it or you don't type of thing. Which I think is perfectly put.

Try them on and get one that you can be passionate about (hopefully you won't have the reset issues etc....)

Get the one that you love and that's all that matters. That's my 2 cents. I hope it works out and you are psyched about it!

Best,

dman · 3 February 2009, 02:00 PM

Give me the 289 and I would never look at another Panerai again.

Trurolexer · 3 February 2009, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dman

Give me the 289 and I would never look at another Panerai again.

I'm with my Buddy!!! That gold look so nice!!!

The Oak · 3 February 2009, 04:39 PM

???

c2tcardin · 3 February 2009, 10:54 PM

I say 277.

brainbizz · 3 February 2009, 10:56 PM

Gold is a softer metal and scratches easily

TswaneNguni · 4 February 2009, 04:04 AM

289,at your service !!!

niels74 · 4 February 2009, 08:30 PM

if its a daily i would go for the 277 due to its more limited production, and being steel.

if a weekend wearer 289. But as above, nothing better then try it on and see what smiles at you.

Ranfni · 9 February 2009, 04:01 AM

special edition...easy decision

3 February 2009, 06:45 AM	#1
The Oak Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Israel Posts: 134	enter all you paneristi Most of you may be aware that I recently posted "faulty pam" which was a detailed description of the faulty 275 that I purchased. Now I need your help in deciding what my next step is. I have been given a few options by my AD which have left me perplexed as in what to do. There are three pams that are arriving to my country in the next week that I am being given first priority as to which I want (if any are to my liking at all.) Please do not take into account the extra money I'll need to add for any particular watch as I will be given a great discount on any I choose. To judge on basis of looks is less critical because I am equally pleased by all three of the watches' exteriors. What is important to me is the reliability of the watch, exclusivity, and future value. I would greatly like to hear all opinions, large and small. I am sorry that I have posted this simultaneously on a few forums. My decision must be hasty and of course a good one. Here are the models 1) Pam 277 a unique special edition of 250 units only produced in 2007 http://www.panerai.com/s_special_edi...categoria=7295 2) Pam 311 http://www.panerai.com/s_page.xpd?id...categoria=7291 3) Pam 289 http://www.panerai.com/s_page.xpd?id_lingua=2&id_sezione=16&id_prodotto=7 290&id_categoria=5784 Now they are willing to replace my 275; however, they are not sure if and when one will arrive. I am pretty much going to do what you guys tell me to do so please think it over. I guess the real question is if I can trust the calibre of the 2004 as opposed to the 2003. I think this is a question for all paneristi because these are watches that not only represent the company in their exterior aspects but their inner ones as well; for they are 100% Panerai!! Thanks

3 February 2009, 07:34 AM	#2
Spencer "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: US Posts: 1,338	If those are my 3 options I would go with the 277 based on it’s exclusivity and rarity. The 311 and 289 are gorgeous but are more readily available, yes? Because I of that I would go for the 277. __________________ I'm a perpetual kind of guy Resident Audemars Piguet Fanatic

3 February 2009, 08:13 AM	#3
argee1977 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Ryan Location: England Watch: AP ROC Posts: 1,462	I'd go for the 277 as well, gold Panerai's are lovely, BUT, you're having problems with the actual movement and both the 277 and 311 have the same movement as your 275, so maybe the 289 is a safer bet? __________________ PANERAI, MORE THAN A WATCH, LESS THAN A KITKAT

3 February 2009, 11:35 AM	#5
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	Sorry my friend. For me, it just does not work this way. You have to love it. As Dman and others say - it's a passion that I really can't explain... Either you get it or you don't type of thing. Which I think is perfectly put. Try them on and get one that you can be passionate about (hopefully you won't have the reset issues etc....) Get the one that you love and that's all that matters. That's my 2 cents. I hope it works out and you are psyched about it! Best, __________________ Jackson

3 February 2009, 02:00 PM	#6
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,585	Give me the 289 and I would never look at another Panerai again. __________________ 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.

3 February 2009, 10:12 AM	#4
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	I am confused on several accounts regarding your transaction. There obviously is no simple answer and it would depend on how often you plan on wearing the watch. THE GOLD WATCHES ARE NOT EVERYDAY WATCHES. I wear my 289 frequently but not everyday. It is my favorite of all the above and very reliable even has the date. Would rec. steel or Ti for everyday wear.

3 February 2009, 04:39 PM	#8
The Oak Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Israel Posts: 134	why isn't the gold an every day wearer? NT ???

3 February 2009, 10:54 PM	#9
c2tcardin "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Jeff Location: NH Watch: Pam 312 & DJ II Posts: 312	I say 277. __________________ Cheers, Jeff ------------------------------------------------------ PAM 312, DJ II

3 February 2009, 10:56 PM	#10
brainbizz Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 608	Gold is a softer metal and scratches easily

4 February 2009, 04:04 AM	#11
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	289,at your service !!! Attached Images

4 February 2009, 08:30 PM	#12
niels74 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Siberia,yes it is Posts: 640	277 if its a daily i would go for the 277 due to its more limited production, and being steel. if a weekend wearer 289. But as above, nothing better then try it on and see what smiles at you.

9 February 2009, 04:01 AM	#13
Ranfni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Rob Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex Panerai AP Posts: 433	special edition...easy decision

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