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Ruff · 31 December 2009, 07:47 AM

I'm having trouble deciding which one to go with. Any information or opinions are greatly appreciated.

B. Doggy · 31 December 2009, 08:06 AM

If price is not an issue, I'd personally go with the 233.

However, the 312 maintains a cleaner dial and packs quite a punch in terms of value for your dollar.

There are actually more people on this forum that like the 312....and it's about half the cost.

Now, the 233 is strictly a manual wind piece and boasts a sweet 8-day PR indicator.

The 312 is autmomatic. The 233 has a domed crystal and the numbers are slightly bigger on the dial, while the 312 is no-fuss. Both have in-house movements.

Good luck and enjoy your search!

mrh1797 · 31 December 2009, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruff

I'm having trouble deciding which one to go with. Any information or opinions are greatly appreciated.

If you havent already guessed what I am gonna say.....320!!!!!!!

jvo300 · 31 December 2009, 09:25 AM

I'm biased 312! More bang for your buck IMO!

RedBaronF2001 · 31 December 2009, 09:29 AM

The the one that sings to YOU. Don't go with public opinion or you'll always be doubting your decision.

Now, with that disclaimer out of the way, go with with the Panerai that is the closest to the originals - the 312 - for your first one. The 312 is a modern interpretation of the classic pieces with an automatic movement and date function.

Merely my opinion.

KarlFr · 31 December 2009, 09:34 AM

312 the modern panerai classic!

Milgaussguys · 31 December 2009, 10:13 AM

I vote for 312, but you really need to try all of them first.

jcatral14 · 31 December 2009, 12:02 PM

Deux-trois-trois

TswaneNguni · 31 December 2009, 01:29 PM

Anyone of those three.

rr-nyc · 31 December 2009, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

Anyone of those three.

I agree...

I was first debating between a 233 and 270 but I favored some of the details of the 233. Then to add confusion, the 312 came out...When I tried both on, the 312 really stood out to me. A 233 is still on my list but I can wait

All three are beautiful watches. Try them on and see which you like best.

vh_bu98 · 31 December 2009, 03:52 PM

I'm still deciding between the 312 and 321. I like them both.

A1000 · 31 December 2009, 10:06 PM

As the others have said they are all great watches. If you ignore price then I personally preferred the 312 due to its clean looks, the fact that I didn't need a GMT on this watch, and because I was looking for an automatic watch.

You really have to see them all in real life to help your decision I would guess then one will stand out for you. Good luck and look forward to the pictures!

dukerules · 31 December 2009, 10:51 PM

You really can't go wrong with any of them. I think the 312 is relatively good value for the money.

sushisummo · 1 January 2010, 03:52 AM

233

Ruff · 1 January 2010, 06:34 AM

for all those who base their decisions on price, my ad is offering the 312 for 6500 and the 233 for 11500... whats a guy suppose to do?

100thmonkey · 1 January 2010, 12:54 PM

233 been said a thousand times that dome is a work of art, the joy of winding it every sunday over breakfast and watch it fill itself full of power for the next 8 days. Its a perfect beast

Nica64 · 1 January 2010, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 100thmonkey

233 been said a thousand times that dome is a work of art, the joy of winding it every sunday over breakfast and watch it fill itself full of power for the next 8 days. Its a perfect beast

X2....... but something in my heart keeps calling the 312 name

louie · 1 January 2010, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100thmonkey

233 been said a thousand times that dome is a work of art, the joy of winding it every sunday over breakfast and watch it fill itself full of power for the next 8 days. Its a perfect beast

X 20! if price is no issue,go for the 233!!

You may like the use the search feature on this forum to find out more.

jcatral14 · 1 January 2010, 04:36 PM

233

"It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up."
- Ferris Bueller

tech_controller · 1 January 2010, 08:20 PM

233 fan here

jagwap · 1 January 2010, 11:43 PM

I had the same choice, and it was easy in the end.

I wanted the automatic function, but the slight increase in thickness of the 270 when side by side with the 233 made the proportions a little out for me. Now, like others, I enjoy the winding process.

As to the 312/320, the thickness may measure the same, but the thickness is all in the steel, not in the glass, which to me made it look a little chubby.

Of course this is all down to how it wears on the wrist, and that varies from person to person.

I love that 233, and is easily my most admired watch. (Also the black tunnel strap is my favorite)

Psmith · 3 January 2010, 06:51 PM

312 gets my vote ...but who wouldn't be happy with any of those three?

Cheers

HL65 · 14 January 2010, 06:52 AM

233 for sure!

bcdunham · 14 January 2010, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100thmonkey

233 been said a thousand times that dome is a work of art, the joy of winding it every sunday over breakfast and watch it fill itself full of power for the next 8 days. Its a perfect beast

Yeah, what he said.

Shade · 14 January 2010, 01:10 PM

I went for the 312 myself..

The 233 is manual winding, and I'm not quite fond of manual winders.

While the 320, I never used the GMT Indicator, hence it just makes it crowded...

So I ended up getting the 312, simple, useful, and classic. IMHO.

Ruff · 14 January 2010, 02:35 PM

Thank you all for your input. I went with the 312. I really wanted and still do want a 233, but what I didn't explain in my original post is that this watch is to celebrate the birth of my son, and that plan is for me to wear it as a constant reminder of him when I'm at work or not around him, and then to give it to him when he graduates from college and enters the real world. He was born in 2009 the same year the 312 was releases so I thought it would be fitting to have a watch that was "born" the same year he was. The AD gave me a choice between a K and a L series and I went with the K since its the series that was first released. Does anyone know of any good reason to go with the L?

Shade · 14 January 2010, 02:57 PM

Good reason to go with the L? It's newer, so it can fetch a higher resale value? That's probably the only thing - but it's kinda' redundant anyway, since you're not planning to sell it off...

m_reign · 14 January 2010, 03:52 PM

It sounds like you don't have any plans of selling it in the future, then it really doesn't matter whichever you get. In fact you might be better off getting the K being that it was the first series of this model released.

CorruptedSanity · 14 January 2010, 04:20 PM

The choice between 312 & 320 is your call but the choice between 312/320 & 233 depends on how much you are willing to spend. You already know the differences, is the 233 worth that much to you over the 321/320? If you answer yes, then buy it, if not then choose between the 312/320.

I personally see little value in the 233/270 and waited for the 312. The price for the 312 in relation to brand name, quality, movement was much more logical than those attributes to the 233/270, to me.

Psmith · 14 January 2010, 06:58 PM

Ruff - congrats on the 312

Now, how about some pics..?

Cheers

31 December 2009, 07:47 AM	#1
Ruff Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: US Posts: 43	need help, 233, 312, or 320 I'm having trouble deciding which one to go with. Any information or opinions are greatly appreciated.

31 December 2009, 08:06 AM	#2
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	If price is not an issue, I'd personally go with the 233. However, the 312 maintains a cleaner dial and packs quite a punch in terms of value for your dollar. There are actually more people on this forum that like the 312....and it's about half the cost. Now, the 233 is strictly a manual wind piece and boasts a sweet 8-day PR indicator. The 312 is autmomatic. The 233 has a domed crystal and the numbers are slightly bigger on the dial, while the 312 is no-fuss. Both have in-house movements. Good luck and enjoy your search! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

31 December 2009, 12:02 PM	#8
jcatral14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Jay Location: NJ Watch: aholic Posts: 726	Deux-trois-trois __________________ -Jay

31 December 2009, 10:06 PM	#12
A1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Adrian Location: UK Posts: 953	As the others have said they are all great watches. If you ignore price then I personally preferred the 312 due to its clean looks, the fact that I didn't need a GMT on this watch, and because I was looking for an automatic watch. You really have to see them all in real life to help your decision I would guess then one will stand out for you. Good luck and look forward to the pictures! __________________ Rolex 16610LV (2007) PAM 312K (2009) PAM 292K (2009)

31 December 2009, 10:51 PM	#13
dukerules "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC, USA Posts: 681	You really can't go wrong with any of them. I think the 312 is relatively good value for the money. __________________ Instagram: dukerules

31 December 2009, 09:25 AM	#4
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	I'm biased 312! More bang for your buck IMO!

31 December 2009, 09:29 AM	#5
RedBaronF2001 Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 575	The the one that sings to YOU. Don't go with public opinion or you'll always be doubting your decision. Now, with that disclaimer out of the way, go with with the Panerai that is the closest to the originals - the 312 - for your first one. The 312 is a modern interpretation of the classic pieces with an automatic movement and date function. Merely my opinion.

31 December 2009, 09:34 AM	#6
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	312 the modern panerai classic!

31 December 2009, 10:13 AM	#7
Milgaussguys "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Huy Location: San Jose Watch: Rolex Milgauss Posts: 135	I vote for 312, but you really need to try all of them first.

31 December 2009, 01:29 PM	#9
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,609	Anyone of those three.

31 December 2009, 03:52 PM	#11
vh_bu98 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Vu Location: Dallas area Watch: Platinum YM Posts: 2,646	I'm still deciding between the 312 and 321. I like them both.

1 January 2010, 03:52 AM	#14
sushisummo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: JT Location: in a house....:) Watch: Hmmm......? Posts: 1,776	233 __________________ Collections: -- R-O-L-E-X --AP-ROO -- P-A-N-E-R-A-I -- B-R-E-G-U-E-T -- I-W-C -- B-A-L-L -- O-T-H-E-R-S WISHLIST: Too many to list...... Member #23367

1 January 2010, 06:34 AM	#15
Ruff Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: US Posts: 43	for all those who base their decisions on price, my ad is offering the 312 for 6500 and the 233 for 11500... whats a guy suppose to do?

1 January 2010, 12:54 PM	#16
100thmonkey "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: The Major Location: Surrey, UK Watch: All Are Beautiful Posts: 356	233 been said a thousand times that dome is a work of art, the joy of winding it every sunday over breakfast and watch it fill itself full of power for the next 8 days. Its a perfect beast

1 January 2010, 04:36 PM	#19
jcatral14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Jay Location: NJ Watch: aholic Posts: 726	233 "It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up." - Ferris Bueller __________________ -Jay

1 January 2010, 08:20 PM	#20
tech_controller "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Daniel Location: Middle Earth Watch: Me Bleed... Posts: 687	233 fan here __________________ 126711CHNR \| 326935 \| 11613 black \| 11613 serti \| 16610 \| 116660 \| 116610LV \| 116713LN 116519 panda \| 116710LN \| 116713LB \| 116713LB diamond

1 January 2010, 11:43 PM	#21
jagwap "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: China Watch: IWC IW389001 Posts: 762	Thickness I had the same choice, and it was easy in the end. I wanted the automatic function, but the slight increase in thickness of the 270 when side by side with the 233 made the proportions a little out for me. Now, like others, I enjoy the winding process. As to the 312/320, the thickness may measure the same, but the thickness is all in the steel, not in the glass, which to me made it look a little chubby. Of course this is all down to how it wears on the wrist, and that varies from person to person. I love that 233, and is easily my most admired watch. (Also the black tunnel strap is my favorite)

3 January 2010, 06:51 PM	#22
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	312 gets my vote ...but who wouldn't be happy with any of those three? Cheers __________________

14 January 2010, 06:52 AM	#23
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	233 for sure!

14 January 2010, 01:10 PM	#25
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	I went for the 312 myself.. The 233 is manual winding, and I'm not quite fond of manual winders. While the 320, I never used the GMT Indicator, hence it just makes it crowded... So I ended up getting the 312, simple, useful, and classic. IMHO.

14 January 2010, 02:35 PM	#26
Ruff Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: US Posts: 43	Thank you all for your input. I went with the 312. I really wanted and still do want a 233, but what I didn't explain in my original post is that this watch is to celebrate the birth of my son, and that plan is for me to wear it as a constant reminder of him when I'm at work or not around him, and then to give it to him when he graduates from college and enters the real world. He was born in 2009 the same year the 312 was releases so I thought it would be fitting to have a watch that was "born" the same year he was. The AD gave me a choice between a K and a L series and I went with the K since its the series that was first released. Does anyone know of any good reason to go with the L?

14 January 2010, 02:57 PM	#27
Shade "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Norman Location: Jakarta Watch: All of 'em.. Posts: 2,926	Good reason to go with the L? It's newer, so it can fetch a higher resale value? That's probably the only thing - but it's kinda' redundant anyway, since you're not planning to sell it off...

14 January 2010, 03:52 PM	#28
m_reign "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 860	It sounds like you don't have any plans of selling it in the future, then it really doesn't matter whichever you get. In fact you might be better off getting the K being that it was the first series of this model released.

14 January 2010, 04:20 PM	#29
CorruptedSanity Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Saif Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Watch: AP Posts: 402	The choice between 312 & 320 is your call but the choice between 312/320 & 233 depends on how much you are willing to spend. You already know the differences, is the 233 worth that much to you over the 321/320? If you answer yes, then buy it, if not then choose between the 312/320. I personally see little value in the 233/270 and waited for the 312. The price for the 312 in relation to brand name, quality, movement was much more logical than those attributes to the 233/270, to me.

14 January 2010, 06:58 PM	#30
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Ruff - congrats on the 312 Now, how about some pics..? Cheers __________________

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