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edge591 · 12 January 2010, 05:51 AM

I'm really trying to shake the Panerai bug.
I get so close to pulling the trigger and at the last minute I turtle. Maybe it's because I've never tried one on due to the lack of AD's in my area or that I'm not totally sold in on what's inside that great looking case.
Anyway, I have a SD and an LV and am looking at the EXPII white or GMT IIc to compensate. What do you think? Too much black face with what I have and if I go with the GMT IIc? I love the white face of the ExpII but am DYING to know if they are going to chage the look...the EXPII right now looks too small. I want to do something sooner than later because I saw some threads stating that there is a price increase coming the second week of January which is now????

Let me know.

tkc324 · 12 January 2010, 05:54 AM

You should go to an AD that has all three and try them all on... then decide.
I think GMTIIC is a great addition to you watch... but like you said with SD and LV, you might feel they all look too similar.

Joe(UK) · 12 January 2010, 05:59 AM

i have just sold my Panerai 112 for a GMT IIC!

Joey_V · 12 January 2010, 06:01 AM

GMTIIC or Milguass GV.

And stick with the Mannifattura Pams, these justify the price and cease the ETA movement argument.

edge591 · 12 January 2010, 06:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joey_V

GMTIIC or Milguass GV.

And stick with the Mannifattura Pams, these justify the price and cease the ETA movement argument.

I was looking at the PAM 88...what kind of movement does it have?

edge591 · 12 January 2010, 06:04 AM

Also, any idea on...

1. Price Hike
2. Exp II revamp

????????

JJ Irani · 12 January 2010, 06:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edge591

Also, any idea on...

1. Price Hike
2. Exp II revamp

????????

1. Not a question of "if", just a question of "when"!!

2. Exp-II is fine as it is - I don't see a revamp. If you can pick up a V-series with the 3186 calibre, you'll come up ACES..........like I did!!

JJ

ParisDakarBmw · 12 January 2010, 06:13 AM

IIc all the way!

petesjag · 12 January 2010, 06:15 AM

price hike is on its way mate...better not wait TOO long.......
p

rad87gn · 12 January 2010, 06:43 AM

Why not buy a PAM if you like them since you already have 2 Rolex? It's nice to mix it up with other good brands.

ersnyder · 12 January 2010, 06:49 AM

Who cares if they revamp? One COOL looking watch, EXspecially if you want white!

scl6118 · 12 January 2010, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe(UK)

i have just sold my Panerai 112 for a GMT IIC!

Smart move! I sold my PAM 114 to get my IIC about 8 months ago.

hddeuce88 · 12 January 2010, 12:28 PM

I am having the same problem as you right now. I have a TT Bluesy Sub and a SS Sub Date. I want something new and thought it was a Pam 104 or Pam 312. I went to a local AD and tried on the 104 and the dealer gave me an amazing price but I just couldn't pull the trigger. I'm sure if the AD gave me an amazing price on a Yachtmaster or GMTIIc I would have. The more I wait the harder it gets. I just added a IWC Big Pilot and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak to the list. It's getting harder and harder. I just gues not beong able to pull the trigger on the Pam says that its not the one for me. Good Luck

I guess if this i the toughest decision we have to make it's not so bad!!

mike · 12 January 2010, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edge591

I was looking at the PAM 88...what kind of movement does it have?

It's uses the 7750. A very strong workhorse movement that has withstood the test of time.

I can't speak highly enough of the 88. Some feel the dial is a bit busy, but it sings to me.

Mine might lose a half second a day.

Changmaisausage · 12 January 2010, 09:00 PM

I've had a PAM 104 for six months now and it's slowly growing one me, I almost sold it last month to fund a Sea Dweller. I rotate my watches on a regular basis and the 104 is now getting more wrist time than my Daytona!......... but I always go back to the Yachtmaster she's my favorite (In fact I bought the missus one)

Quote:

Originally Posted by hddeuce88

I am having the same problem as you right now. I have a TT Bluesy Sub and a SS Sub Date. I want something new and thought it was a Pam 104 or Pam 312. I went to a local AD and tried on the 104 and the dealer gave me an amazing price but I just couldn't pull the trigger. I'm sure if the AD gave me an amazing price on a Yachtmaster or GMTIIc I would have. The more I wait the harder it gets. I just added a IWC Big Pilot and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak to the list. It's getting harder and harder. I just gues not beong able to pull the trigger on the Pam says that its not the one for me. Good Luck

I guess if this i the toughest decision we have to make it's not so bad!!

Psmith · 12 January 2010, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edge591

I'm really trying to shake the Panerai bug.

Dont't fight it... resistance is futile..........

Cheers

Ageing Orphan · 12 January 2010, 09:25 PM

Another vote for the GMT IIC from me.

B. Doggy · 13 January 2010, 05:20 AM

A PAM would fit your collection nicely and provide some variation. Good luck!!

neptunebeach · 13 January 2010, 11:44 PM

I went from Pam 104 to DJ II. I really wanted the GMCII, but it seemed so small on my wrist coming from panerai. The DJ II is a good step, great size and weight compared to Panerai.

The GMT Master · 14 January 2010, 12:06 AM

GMT IIc, or if that's a little small coming off the back of your PAMs, maybe a Deepsea could be an option?

bodybump · 14 January 2010, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by edge591

I was looking at the PAM 88...what kind of movement does it have?

This pam 88??

timepieceaddict · 14 January 2010, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bodybump

This pam 88??

looking good! might have to get 1

omg · 14 January 2010, 01:06 AM

I was in the similar situation couple month ago and I am glad I when with PAM 000.
And now I want Radiomir :)

Base on your collection If you wanna stick with Rolex I would go for EXII Polar, keep them classic...

Speed · 14 January 2010, 01:17 AM

I want a white dial - eventually. The Expy ll seems the best value - compared to the SS Daytona. Since the latter are scarce, and 2-3 X as much, it's a tempting choice.

However, I would also like some variety with my Sub and Pepsi.

Pams are nice...but HUGE. They feel trendy.

Have they always been HUGE???

Double_J · 14 January 2010, 01:39 AM

The PAM 88 is the Panerai I've flagged for my collection at some point in the future. Absolutely beautiful.

Nothing wrong with opening up your brand assortment, but you do have to honestly ask yourself if you're a watch fan or a Rolex fan specifically. If the latter, I'm afraid the PAM just won't scratch your itch.

rexsub · 15 January 2010, 12:23 PM

Gmtiic tt

Double_J · 15 January 2010, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rexsub

Gmtiic tt

I'm afraid that if you're a fan of a panerai on a leather strap, the gmt iic tt won't do anything for you. Totally different animals (at least to me).

12 January 2010, 05:51 AM	#1
edge591 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: canada Posts: 143	Shaking the PAM Bug~What Rolex to Buy? I'm really trying to shake the Panerai bug. I get so close to pulling the trigger and at the last minute I turtle. Maybe it's because I've never tried one on due to the lack of AD's in my area or that I'm not totally sold in on what's inside that great looking case. Anyway, I have a SD and an LV and am looking at the EXPII white or GMT IIc to compensate. What do you think? Too much black face with what I have and if I go with the GMT IIc? I love the white face of the ExpII but am DYING to know if they are going to chage the look...the EXPII right now looks too small. I want to do something sooner than later because I saw some threads stating that there is a price increase coming the second week of January which is now???? Let me know.

12 January 2010, 06:01 AM	#4
Joey_V "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Joey Location: Dallas, TX Watch: SS Sub 16610 M Posts: 3,824	GMTIIC or Milguass GV. And stick with the Mannifattura Pams, these justify the price and cease the ETA movement argument. __________________ Current Rotation: Rolex Submariner Date (M) - 1/08, Rolex Milgauss GV (V) - 2/10, Rolex SS Black Daytona (V) - 6/10, Rolex GMTIIC (G) - 5/11, TAG Heuer Silverstone (286/1860) - 1/2015 Former-watches: Omega PO/2535.80/2254, TAG Carrera/F1x2/Monaco, Panerai 312K/292L Wish List: Panerai 270/505, Rolex SMURF, Rolex RG Daytona, Rolex DSSD

13 January 2010, 05:20 AM	#18
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	A PAM would fit your collection nicely and provide some variation. Good luck!! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

12 January 2010, 05:54 AM	#2
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	You should go to an AD that has all three and try them all on... then decide. I think GMTIIC is a great addition to you watch... but like you said with SD and LV, you might feel they all look too similar.

12 January 2010, 05:59 AM	#3
Joe(UK) "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Joe Location: Somerset, UK Watch: PAM417, PAM000 Posts: 233	i have just sold my Panerai 112 for a GMT IIC!

12 January 2010, 06:04 AM	#6
edge591 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: canada Posts: 143	Also, any idea on... 1. Price Hike 2. Exp II revamp ????????

12 January 2010, 06:13 AM	#8
ParisDakarBmw Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Paul Location: New Haven, CT Watch: 116610 Sub-C Posts: 6,552	IIc all the way!

12 January 2010, 06:15 AM	#9
petesjag "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: netherlands Posts: 2,177	price hike is on its way mate...better not wait TOO long....... p

12 January 2010, 06:43 AM	#10
rad87gn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Chad Location: Des Moines, Iowa Watch: Rolex, PAM, Omega Posts: 1,607	Why not buy a PAM if you like them since you already have 2 Rolex? It's nice to mix it up with other good brands.

12 January 2010, 06:49 AM	#11
ersnyder 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Eric Location: Long Beach CA USA Watch: Rolex Explorer II Posts: 4,102	Who cares if they revamp? One COOL looking watch, EXspecially if you want white!

12 January 2010, 12:28 PM	#13
hddeuce88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: CT Watch: All of them Posts: 144	I am having the same problem as you right now. I have a TT Bluesy Sub and a SS Sub Date. I want something new and thought it was a Pam 104 or Pam 312. I went to a local AD and tried on the 104 and the dealer gave me an amazing price but I just couldn't pull the trigger. I'm sure if the AD gave me an amazing price on a Yachtmaster or GMTIIc I would have. The more I wait the harder it gets. I just added a IWC Big Pilot and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak to the list. It's getting harder and harder. I just gues not beong able to pull the trigger on the Pam says that its not the one for me. Good Luck I guess if this i the toughest decision we have to make it's not so bad!!

12 January 2010, 09:25 PM	#17
Ageing Orphan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: U.K The Midlands Posts: 237	Another vote for the GMT IIC from me.

13 January 2010, 11:44 PM	#19
neptunebeach Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Neptune Beach, FL Posts: 46	I went from Pam 104 to DJ II. I really wanted the GMCII, but it seemed so small on my wrist coming from panerai. The DJ II is a good step, great size and weight compared to Panerai.

14 January 2010, 12:06 AM	#20
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,150	GMT IIc, or if that's a little small coming off the back of your PAMs, maybe a Deepsea could be an option?

14 January 2010, 01:06 AM	#23
omg Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Tommy Location: US Posts: 260	I was in the similar situation couple month ago and I am glad I when with PAM 000. And now I want Radiomir :) Base on your collection If you wanna stick with Rolex I would go for EXII Polar, keep them classic...

14 January 2010, 01:17 AM	#24
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	I want a white dial - eventually. The Expy ll seems the best value - compared to the SS Daytona. Since the latter are scarce, and 2-3 X as much, it's a tempting choice. However, I would also like some variety with my Sub and Pepsi. Pams are nice...but HUGE. They feel trendy. Have they always been HUGE???

14 January 2010, 01:39 AM	#25
Double_J "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: USA Posts: 98	The PAM 88 is the Panerai I've flagged for my collection at some point in the future. Absolutely beautiful. Nothing wrong with opening up your brand assortment, but you do have to honestly ask yourself if you're a watch fan or a Rolex fan specifically. If the latter, I'm afraid the PAM just won't scratch your itch.

15 January 2010, 12:23 PM	#26
rexsub "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toronto Watch: GMTIIC TT & PAM312 Posts: 51	Gmtiic tt

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