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eric23 · 10 January 2012, 02:26 AM

Good Day All,

I am trying to finger out what watch to get next, another AP to go with my AP Diver or another Panerai to go with my PAM114. This might be the last watch for a long time.

The Panerai’s I am looking at are the 233 and the 372 (I have a PAM372 on order but it might take a long time, They are now talking March/April). I really like the 233.

The AP’s I am looking are the RO (15300) this one has a glass back and the SS bracelet, The ROC (26300) with SS bracelet, Volcano, Panda and the Safari (Might take 6-9 month to save for the Safari, Panda or Volcano). I like the AP style.

Thanks,

Eric

B. Doggy · 10 January 2012, 04:53 AM

Tough call. I'm in the same boat, but will likely go with a PAM when the time comes. Good luck!

TSW · 10 January 2012, 04:57 AM

Eric the classic 15300 would be a excellent addition to your already fantastic collection

psv · 10 January 2012, 04:58 AM

I don't put Panerai in the same division as Audemars Piguet. The latter is up there with Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constatin and newer ones like Lange. Panerai is mass-produced, much like Rolex, even if the quantities are smaller the hype bigger [ ;-) ]. Having said that, you should get what looks best in your eyes and fit best on your wrist, e.g. I really like the ROO watches, but they are not very comfortable on my wrist, thus not a good fit for me.

Regardless, I'm holding of to SiHH announcement in a week to decide what I get next! :-)

ocwatching · 10 January 2012, 04:59 AM

well..wait for SIHH in a week..and figure out your spending for the new year...

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 05:33 AM

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Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Tough call. I'm in the same boat, but will likely go with a PAM when the time comes. Good luck!

I really like that 233 but at 15.5K new.

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by TSW

Eric the classic 15300 would be a excellent addition to your already fantastic collection

Thomas, this watch it on the top of my list.

Love that white dial!

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by psv

I don't put Panerai in the same division as Audemars Piguet. The latter is up there with Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constatin and newer ones like Lange. Panerai is mass-produced, much like Rolex, even if the quantities are smaller the hype bigger [ ;-) ]. Having said that, you should get what looks best in your eyes and fit best on your wrist, e.g. I really like the ROO watches, but they are not very comfortable on my wrist, thus not a good fit for me.

Regardless, I'm holding of to SiHH announcement in a week to decide what I get next! :-)

Patrick, My ROO Diver feels great on my wrsit.

h999r · 10 January 2012, 05:42 AM

Different feeling when wearing AP watch, AP my choice :)

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by h999r

Different feeling when wearing AP watch, AP my choice :)

That's true, I love the feel of waring my Diver, it's one sweet watch.

emagni · 10 January 2012, 06:25 AM

If it has to be one watch it's going to have to be AP.....at least for me.

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by emagni

If it has to be one watch it's going to have to be AP.....at least for me.

I already have one of each, but I am just looking for one last watch

m_reign · 10 January 2012, 08:56 AM

I would opt for a ROO, Black Themes on a bracelet or a Safari.

mfer · 10 January 2012, 08:56 AM

One last watch.....right....I used to tell my wife that too.....don't do that anymore.

You know what I'd vote for.

HDHNTER · 10 January 2012, 08:59 AM

The 233 would be my choice.

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by m_reign

I would opt for a ROO, Black Themes on a bracelet or a Safari.

The Safari sure looks nice

shay · 10 January 2012, 09:02 AM

take the AP

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

One last watch.....right....I used to tell my wife that too.....don't do that anymore.

You know what I'd vote for.

The wife told me one last one that is it, She said choose wisely

eric23 · 10 January 2012, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

The 233 would be my choice.

Love the 233

mfer · 10 January 2012, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by eric23

The wife told me one last one that is it, She said choose wisely

It only looks like I'm thinking. Well, thinking about how I'm gonna get the money...

kilyung · 10 January 2012, 01:01 PM

Eric,
Get the 15300 while you can. It's discontinued as of this month - to be replaced by the 15400 (unveiling next week at SIHH).

Mike

sushisummo · 10 January 2012, 01:28 PM

Eric......get both of them.......

Love my Pam 233 and AP Volcano. Perfect size and looks great.....

Good luck on your decision.

MrJ320 · 10 January 2012, 02:25 PM

I also love my PAM233, although after trying on the 15300 at an AD over the weekend, I must say the AP is quite amazing. I think I'm catching the AP bug :)

Adam K. · 10 January 2012, 07:32 PM

I can't recommend the 15300--or indeed, any AP Royal Oak--highly enough. A masterpiece of a luxury watch in every detail conceivable! If you anticipate it will be your last watch for some time, then go Audemars!

eric23 · 11 January 2012, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by mfer

It only looks like I'm thinking. Well, thinking about how I'm gonna get the money...

I have been there before Mik

eric23 · 11 January 2012, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Eric,
Get the 15300 while you can. It's discontinued as of this month - to be replaced by the 15400 (unveiling next week at SIHH).

Mike

Mike I am sure there will be a few around for a bit, They are a nice watch for sure

Maybe the 15400 might be better, I hope they keep the glassback.

esm · 11 January 2012, 01:09 AM

Eric, i think an AP ROC will be an awesome "last watch" for January 2012

Do you know what you want for February 2012 yet?

eric23 · 11 January 2012, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by sushisummo

Eric......get both of them.......

Love my Pam 233 and AP Volcano. Perfect size and looks great.....

Good luck on your decision.

Love that Volcano

eric23 · 11 January 2012, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by MrJ320

I also love my PAM233, although after trying on the 15300 at an AD over the weekend, I must say the AP is quite amazing. I think I'm catching the AP bug :)

Nice photo!

Do they have many AP's in the TO. AD?

eric23 · 11 January 2012, 01:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Adam K.

I can't recommend the 15300--or indeed, any AP Royal Oak--highly enough. A masterpiece of a luxury watch in every detail conceivable! If you anticipate it will be your last watch for some time, then go Audemars!

They sure make a nice watch!

10 January 2012, 02:26 AM	#1
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	Another AP or PAM? Good Day All, I am trying to finger out what watch to get next, another AP to go with my AP Diver or another Panerai to go with my PAM114. This might be the last watch for a long time. The Panerai’s I am looking at are the 233 and the 372 (I have a PAM372 on order but it might take a long time, They are now talking March/April). I really like the 233. The AP’s I am looking are the RO (15300) this one has a glass back and the SS bracelet, The ROC (26300) with SS bracelet, Volcano, Panda and the Safari (Might take 6-9 month to save for the Safari, Panda or Volcano). I like the AP style. Thanks, Eric

10 January 2012, 04:53 AM	#2
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Tough call. I'm in the same boat, but will likely go with a PAM when the time comes. Good luck! __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

10 January 2012, 04:57 AM	#3
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Eric the classic 15300 would be a excellent addition to your already fantastic collection Attached Images __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

10 January 2012, 04:59 AM	#5
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,374	well..wait for SIHH in a week..and figure out your spending for the new year... __________________ too much into watches...

10 January 2012, 06:25 AM	#11
emagni "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: on Earth Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,284	If it has to be one watch it's going to have to be AP.....at least for me. __________________ Watches: More than my fingers can count

10 January 2012, 04:58 AM	#4
psv 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA & France Posts: 11,078	I don't put Panerai in the same division as Audemars Piguet. The latter is up there with Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constatin and newer ones like Lange. Panerai is mass-produced, much like Rolex, even if the quantities are smaller the hype bigger [ ;-) ]. Having said that, you should get what looks best in your eyes and fit best on your wrist, e.g. I really like the ROO watches, but they are not very comfortable on my wrist, thus not a good fit for me. Regardless, I'm holding of to SiHH announcement in a week to decide what I get next! :-)

10 January 2012, 05:42 AM	#9
h999r Banned Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: HR Location: Planet Earth Watch: -ing Barts. Posts: 4,244	Different feeling when wearing AP watch, AP my choice :)

10 January 2012, 08:56 AM	#13
m_reign "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 860	I would opt for a ROO, Black Themes on a bracelet or a Safari.

10 January 2012, 08:56 AM	#14
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,724	One last watch.....right....I used to tell my wife that too.....don't do that anymore. You know what I'd vote for. __________________ member#3242

10 January 2012, 08:59 AM	#15
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	The 233 would be my choice.

10 January 2012, 09:02 AM	#17
shay Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: israel Watch: AP panda+daytona s Posts: 50	Ap take the AP

10 January 2012, 01:01 PM	#21
kilyung 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,940	Eric, Get the 15300 while you can. It's discontinued as of this month - to be replaced by the 15400 (unveiling next week at SIHH). Mike

10 January 2012, 01:28 PM	#22
sushisummo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: JT Location: in a house....:) Watch: Hmmm......? Posts: 1,776	Eric......get both of them....... Love my Pam 233 and AP Volcano. Perfect size and looks great..... Good luck on your decision. Attached Images __________________ 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

10 January 2012, 02:25 PM	#23
MrJ320 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: James Location: Toronto Watch: IG: @j.project Posts: 2,194	I also love my PAM233, although after trying on the 15300 at an AD over the weekend, I must say the AP is quite amazing. I think I'm catching the AP bug :)

10 January 2012, 07:32 PM	#24
Adam K. Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: WA Watch: All the Oysters Posts: 811	I can't recommend the 15300--or indeed, any AP Royal Oak--highly enough. A masterpiece of a luxury watch in every detail conceivable! If you anticipate it will be your last watch for some time, then go Audemars!

11 January 2012, 01:09 AM	#27
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	Eric, i think an AP ROC will be an awesome "last watch" for January 2012 Do you know what you want for February 2012 yet?

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