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Old 29 August 2012, 09:33 PM   #1
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I am torn between two watches

Don't know which watch to get as my next... The cost is app. the same.

What would you choose --- and why?

IWC Mission Earth (46mm, steel)


Panerai Luminor Submersible 305 (47mm, titanium)
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Old 29 August 2012, 09:46 PM   #2
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IWC for me:

1. Less common
2. Probably cheaper
3. Has a bracelet option (not sure if Panerai has one for this model)
4. One of the best designs by Genta
5. Shock, magnetic, water resistant
6. Pellaton movement

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Old 29 August 2012, 09:59 PM   #3
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It would probably better to try both and compare them on your wrist but I personally prefer the look of the IWC.
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Old 29 August 2012, 10:01 PM   #4
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If I was picking one I would go the IWC but am not an expert in either, there are just so many watches in this price range for this type of watch, Breguet have a nice watch, as do Blancpain, not to mention a Sub from a brand known as Rolex. It comes down to what your heart tells you
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Old 29 August 2012, 10:03 PM   #5
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Try both on and get the one that sings to you the most--so personal.
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Old 29 August 2012, 10:13 PM   #6
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IWC All the way. Because it is much more me. Just not a Panerai guy at all. The IWC is timeless looking IMO.
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Old 29 August 2012, 10:16 PM   #7
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Wow, all the LV guys showed up on this one.

I just got rid of mine for a no date. The green definitely adds color to a collection, but foe me, not as wearable as a black sub. If in your shoes, I would go vintage sub.
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Old 29 August 2012, 11:31 PM   #8
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You need to try them on. My personal choice is the IWC.
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Old 29 August 2012, 11:33 PM   #9
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for the resale go with panerai
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Old 30 August 2012, 12:14 AM   #10
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IWC for me
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Old 30 August 2012, 12:19 AM   #11
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Thanks for your replies. It looks like you pretty much agree on the IWC. And actually I did try it on, but I am not convinced.


I haven't tried on the 305, but I already own a 177 (not 47mm, but 44mm).


(PS: I have been looking at Rolex, but the only model that has the "right" size for me, is the DeepSea, but I have issues with the - IMO - narrow brachelet and the thick/high case -- If Rolex made a 44mm sub no-date, I would definitely by it :) )
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Old 30 August 2012, 12:25 AM   #12
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IWC for me, its a sweet model, but I never cared for Panerai though.
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Old 30 August 2012, 12:51 AM   #13
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IWC. Not a Ti fan personally.
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Old 30 August 2012, 12:54 AM   #14
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IWC is nicer - somehow it's missing something though. Seems a bit like a seiko.
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Old 30 August 2012, 01:21 AM   #15
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I like the ME for the movement but love the 305 for the strap options. The Panerai will do better in resale than IWC but I like the Genta derived styling of the IWC better. Toss up.
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Old 30 August 2012, 01:49 AM   #16
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Actually I haven't got the strap bug (yet?). I never changed strap on my 177.

Gerald Genta was the reason I noticed the Mission Earth in the first place. I wanted an AP Diver, but couldn't find the $$$ to buy it.
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Old 30 August 2012, 02:46 AM   #17
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Actually I haven't got the strap bug (yet?). I never changed strap on my 177.

Gerald Genta was the reason I noticed the Mission Earth in the first place. I wanted an AP Diver, but couldn't find the $$$ to buy it.
If you can find one, a 3227-1 is an awesome piece as well.

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Old 30 August 2012, 04:29 AM   #18
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Thanks, kilyung, wonderful piece as well, but I prefer the larger size of the Mission Earth...
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Old 30 August 2012, 04:36 AM   #19
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Panerais !
Because I like expandables !

and IWC is equal to or less than a Tag in my book
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Old 30 August 2012, 04:49 AM   #20
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My pick is IWC because of the look much better then the PAM sub. My GF pick the same IWC because of the look.
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Old 30 August 2012, 04:53 AM   #21
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Panerais !
Because I like expandables !

and IWC is equal to or less than a Tag in my book
Big difference.
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Old 30 August 2012, 05:17 AM   #22
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Panerais !
Because I like expandables !

and IWC is equal to or less than a Tag in my book
With all due respect I would beg to differ. Besides, there's nothing wrong with Tag Heuer in my book.
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Old 30 August 2012, 06:14 AM   #23
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My wife just looked over my shoulder and saw the pictures of the IWC and PAM. There were no doubt in her mind: Panerai. By far. Hmmmm... Now I got her input, and luckily I also tend to lean towards the PAM...
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Old 30 August 2012, 06:26 AM   #24
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Oh, just FYI but the bezel on Panerai subs scratch like nuts.
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Old 30 August 2012, 06:30 AM   #25
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I would pick the IWC as well! A more classy look.


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Old 30 August 2012, 06:36 AM   #26
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ME for me...

IWC for me as well. While I am a big fan of Panerai, the 305 has never done anything for me (gimmie a 243 any day of the week).

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PS - IWC equal to or lesser than TAG?!? Kyu, I need some of what you're smoking, stat!
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Old 30 August 2012, 12:08 PM   #27
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IWC for me.
Although on the proviso it goes on a leather or rubber strap, the bracelet really doesn’t compliment the watch imo.
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Old 30 August 2012, 05:16 PM   #28
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Panerais !
Because I like expandables !

and IWC is equal to or less than a Tag in my book
Seriously? First time I heard IWC being compared to Tag.

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Old 30 August 2012, 06:30 PM   #29
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i'd go ingenieur, classic Genta'ish design
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Old 31 August 2012, 04:33 AM   #30
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Between both of these, I'd buy a Rolex
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