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dhiltonlittle · 16 June 2012, 02:56 AM

Hey guys!

I am looking to pick up a Panerai in the next week or so.

Just looking around a little at different models.

I currently have a rolex Daytona SS white and a Sub date.

I am leaning towards the 111 but was wondering what other models would be worth considering as a first!

Thanks for any info.

jay_kay · 16 June 2012, 03:09 AM

Can't go wrong with either a 111, 112, 000 or 005.

Depends if your bothered about the exhibition back. The 111 and 112 both have sapphire exhibition back. 111 and 005 have sub seconds hand at 9 position, 005 with the OP logo too whereas the 112 and 000 are both Bases, no seconds hand. 000 having the OP logo too.

IMO if exhibition back isn't a priority get a Base 000!

TimeOnHand · 16 June 2012, 03:25 AM

The Triple One is an awesome watch. I miss mine!

texex91 · 16 June 2012, 03:27 AM

111 would make a perfect first PAM.

Let us know what you decide.

Congrats in advance

p_mcgee · 16 June 2012, 03:52 AM

111 is a good choice, I considered that one as well as the PAM 005 and the 177.

Blake P · 16 June 2012, 04:27 AM

I just went through the same process of deciding on my first PAM and after much consideration and research ended up going with the classic 000. It seems to be the most obvious Panerai "starter watch" with the best blend of history, substance, and style, IMHO. If you want a killer deal, contact pledge member dra144. His service was top notch and his pricing was the best I have found anywhere.

TSW · 16 June 2012, 05:03 AM

Congrats in advance!

watchdaddy1 · 16 June 2012, 08:32 AM

ANY & ALL Panerai's will do..Congrats, share your pics if & when it arrives

bcacncnc · 16 June 2012, 10:30 AM

111 would be a great choice.

Psmith · 16 June 2012, 10:36 AM

111 is a great PAM, if you want a manual wind

Just be aware the the movement does not hack i.e. keeps running when you pull out the crown to set the time

My old one...

Wristmaster · 18 June 2012, 11:39 PM

111 is a great choice, its my first too. Basically you cant go wrong with any manual historic case PAM. But remember, it will not be your last. Happy hunting.

braningan · 19 June 2012, 01:03 AM

111 is a gr8 watch

kilyung · 19 June 2012, 01:09 AM

You can't go wrong with any Panerai... well almost anyways.

gerzzzzz · 26 June 2012, 03:10 PM

I was doing 111 vs 005 comparison and decided on 005 because of the logo.

I love the back case of 111 but once you wear it or when it's sitting on the show box, the back case is not seen anyways. Thinking to get a 312 for my 2nd pam :D

kilyung · 26 June 2012, 11:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gerzzzzz

I was doing 111 vs 005 comparison and decided on 005 because of the logo.

I love the back case of 111 but once you wear it or when it's sitting on the show box, the back case is not seen anyways. Thinking to get a 312 for my 2nd pam :D

Nice! I had the 111 and then picked up the 005. I preferred the steel back... It felt lighter and less concern about water resistance. Oh, then picked up the 312.

velobran · 26 June 2012, 11:34 PM

You really can't go wrong with either. I like the logo dial of the 005, but the 111 sandwich. Also, while exhibition backs are nice - I prefer something a little more solid, like steel.

gerzzzzz · 24 July 2012, 11:21 PM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

Nice! I had the 111 and then picked up the 005. I preferred the steel back... It felt lighter and less concern about water resistance. Oh, then picked up the 312.

lol it looks like I'm going to walk the same path!!

7sins · 25 July 2012, 10:33 AM

111 was my first PAM, I loved it but am too lazy for the manual wind. Just picked up a 351 so time to sell the 111.

garcon · 25 July 2012, 03:38 PM

Can't go wrong with the base & entry models

000, 005, 111 & 112 are always good for a start!

If you care about in-house movement then 312 is good!

gerzzzzz · 26 July 2012, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7sins

111 was my first PAM, I loved it but am too lazy for the manual wind. Just picked up a 351 so time to sell the 111.

Ahh very nice. 351 is the tobacco dial version of 312 yea? Or are there any other differences?

manilenyo · 26 July 2012, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gerzzzzz

Ahh very nice. 351 is the tobacco dial version of 312 yea? Or are there any other differences?

The 351 has the tobacco dial, gold hands, and titanium case in contrast to the 312 which has the black dial, black hands, and stainless steel case. Both watches, share the same movement. Hope this helps.

gerzzzzz · 26 July 2012, 07:11 PM

That definitely helps, buddy.

Titanium case makes it much more attractive to me..
351 is now on the wish list :)

Rex312 · 27 July 2012, 07:55 AM

111 all day.

bde · 27 July 2012, 12:52 PM

111 gets my vote.

Gerry62 · 29 July 2012, 11:44 PM

000 was my first PAM
however excellent choice even 111

16 June 2012, 02:56 AM	#1
dhiltonlittle "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: David Location: NYC Watch: Rolex SS Sub Date Posts: 181	Getting my first Panerai! Hey guys! I am looking to pick up a Panerai in the next week or so. Just looking around a little at different models. I currently have a rolex Daytona SS white and a Sub date. I am leaning towards the 111 but was wondering what other models would be worth considering as a first! Thanks for any info.

16 June 2012, 03:09 AM	#2
jay_kay "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Barrowford Watch: Tudor Black Bay 54 Posts: 1,699	Can't go wrong with either a 111, 112, 000 or 005. Depends if your bothered about the exhibition back. The 111 and 112 both have sapphire exhibition back. 111 and 005 have sub seconds hand at 9 position, 005 with the OP logo too whereas the 112 and 000 are both Bases, no seconds hand. 000 having the OP logo too. IMO if exhibition back isn't a priority get a Base 000! __________________ Rolex Explorer 214270, Omega Speedmaster '1957 Relaunch' 3594.50.00, Panerai Luminor 1950 PAM00127-E, Panerai Radiomir 1936 PAM00249-I, Panerai Mare Nostrum PAM00716-T, Panerai PAM00785-Q Set, Panerai Luminor Black Seal PAM00594-Q, Panerai Luminor Daylight PAM00604-Q, Tudor Black Bay 54 79000N, Heuer Carrera Re-Edition CS3113, Hamilton Military W10 & TAG Heuer F1

16 June 2012, 03:25 AM	#3
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16 June 2012, 10:30 AM	#9
bcacncnc "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Bryan Location: Hong Kong Posts: 1,577	111 would be a great choice. __________________ Omega Panerai Chopard Grand Seiko

16 June 2012, 03:27 AM	#4
texex91 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: . Posts: 17,898	111 would make a perfect first PAM. Let us know what you decide. Congrats in advance

16 June 2012, 03:52 AM	#5
p_mcgee "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,150	111 is a good choice, I considered that one as well as the PAM 005 and the 177.

16 June 2012, 04:27 AM	#6
Blake P "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Watch: 15203,14060,PAM000 Posts: 25	I just went through the same process of deciding on my first PAM and after much consideration and research ended up going with the classic 000. It seems to be the most obvious Panerai "starter watch" with the best blend of history, substance, and style, IMHO. If you want a killer deal, contact pledge member dra144. His service was top notch and his pricing was the best I have found anywhere.

16 June 2012, 08:32 AM	#8
watchdaddy1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: William Location: Az Watch: strap whore Posts: 1,194	ANY & ALL Panerai's will do..Congrats, share your pics if & when it arrives

18 June 2012, 11:39 PM	#11
Wristmaster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: A.K.W Location: Indonesia Watch: Me Watching U Posts: 587	111 is a great choice, its my first too. Basically you cant go wrong with any manual historic case PAM. But remember, it will not be your last. Happy hunting.

19 June 2012, 01:03 AM	#12
braningan "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: N/A Posts: 571	111 is a gr8 watch

19 June 2012, 01:09 AM	#13
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,873	You can't go wrong with any Panerai... well almost anyways.

26 June 2012, 03:10 PM	#14
gerzzzzz Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: mineeleXD Location: GB Watch: mineeleXD Posts: 140	I was doing 111 vs 005 comparison and decided on 005 because of the logo. I love the back case of 111 but once you wear it or when it's sitting on the show box, the back case is not seen anyways. Thinking to get a 312 for my 2nd pam :D

26 June 2012, 11:34 PM	#16
velobran "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 48	You really can't go wrong with either. I like the logo dial of the 005, but the 111 sandwich. Also, while exhibition backs are nice - I prefer something a little more solid, like steel.

25 July 2012, 10:33 AM	#18
7sins "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: B. Location: Beverly Hills, CA Posts: 3,399	111 was my first PAM, I loved it but am too lazy for the manual wind. Just picked up a 351 so time to sell the 111. __________________ Richard Mille RG RM030 \|\| Richard Mille RM72ti \|\| AP 26240 50TH Green Royal Oak Chrono \|\| AP Royal Oak Blue JUMBO SS 15202ST \|\| AP ROO Diver Green 15720ST \|\| ♕ Rolex Platinum Daytona Diamond 116506 \|\| Cartier Santos

25 July 2012, 03:38 PM	#19
garcon "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Malaysia Posts: 32	Can't go wrong with the base & entry models 000, 005, 111 & 112 are always good for a start! If you care about in-house movement then 312 is good!

26 July 2012, 07:11 PM	#22
gerzzzzz Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: mineeleXD Location: GB Watch: mineeleXD Posts: 140	That definitely helps, buddy. Titanium case makes it much more attractive to me.. 351 is now on the wish list :)

27 July 2012, 07:55 AM	#23
Rex312 Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Chicago Watch: GMT Master Posts: 129	111 all day.

27 July 2012, 12:52 PM	#24
bde "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Brad Location: Indiana Watch: -aholics anonymous Posts: 1,589	111 gets my vote.

29 July 2012, 11:44 PM	#25
Gerry62 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Italy Watch: Rolex Panerai Posts: 7,218	000 was my first PAM however excellent choice even 111 __________________

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