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YasserHaider · 28 March 2019, 11:00 PM

I love the fact that panerai makes a 47mm. I have a 8 inch wrist.

Most luxury watch brands dont go any higher than 44mm. When i looked at the panerai design i fell in love with it. Simplicity, perfection on design etc. i ended up going with a Pam 372 (pre-owned) but in perfect shape.

Did i choose the right model? R series which is supposedly the last series with plexiglass.

HDHNTER · 28 March 2019, 11:20 PM

Excellent choice.

Rushne · 29 March 2019, 12:11 AM

You could have only done "better" if you went with the 422 :P
hehe.. 372 is an excellent choice

YasserHaider · 29 March 2019, 12:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rushne

You could have only done "better" if you went with the 422 :P
hehe.. 372 is an excellent choice

I was actually looking for a good deal on a 422 but did not find it for what i was trying to spend. Lowest i found was $6800 and i spent alot less on the 372.

nick c · 29 March 2019, 12:49 AM

Welcome to TRF. And 372 is the perfect choice. I going to help you a bit. LOL

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YasserHaider · 29 March 2019, 01:02 AM

Looks good...

Ill post some pics if it on my wrist later today. I ordered a brand new band and a 26mm buckle for my panerai. Should be delivered shortly.

Swiss Mad! · 30 March 2019, 08:10 PM

372 is a classic

You made the right choice going for plexi...lovely warm tones - not harsh like sapphire.

I was all set to get a 372 but just at the last minute went with the 673 - they are the same case & very similar, just a few minor differences with dial text etc.

Enjoy your new purchace & welcome to the Panerai club

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Joearch · 30 March 2019, 09:14 PM

372 is a very strong choice, especially for a guy with a 8” wrist. The detailing is very sharp. Love the dial, case and expo back. Plexi is sexy. Alot of watch for the $$.

Urosfan · 30 March 2019, 11:12 PM

Good choice for sure

GoLfTime3 · 1 April 2019, 12:35 PM

congrats!

figb · 2 April 2019, 07:33 AM

Wow that Pam is gorgeous, big congrats.

knm · 2 April 2019, 02:07 PM

I am a big fan of Panerai watches and this one is no exception. The Pam 372 as a first is really huge. Congrats!

didyunt · 2 April 2019, 08:24 PM

Thats a great start.

1William · 2 April 2019, 08:43 PM

Congratulations.

brandrea · 2 April 2019, 08:50 PM

Congratulations. I’ve been eyeing the 372 or 422 as a second.

IMO you started in the right place

YasserHaider · 3 April 2019, 02:31 PM

pam 372 bring my first ever watch with manual winding i was too scared to wind too much. But last night i found the spot where it ends.. it was after 70-80 spins where it resists hard enough to not spin anymore.. something ill have to get used to..

My next watch would be a 47mm submersible.. any out there with 8 day reserve (or is it just 3 days on all submersibles) that has a sapphire crystal back?

Ravager135 · 3 April 2019, 09:59 PM

For a long time, I thought to myself that a 47mm Luminor 1950 would just be too big. I owned several 44-45mm Luminors and Radiomirs before I bought a 47mm Radiomir 1940. Even at 47mm, the Radiomir 1940 case wore well and I figured that would be the biggest I'd go. The more I wore it, the more I warmed up to the idea of other 47mm Panerai. About a year ago I flipped a smaller Radiomir I owned for the PAM372 and haven't looked back. I too have the older plexi crystal with the 26mm buckle. It does wear large, but somehow it works. All the vintage cues in the design make the reference work rather than look absurd at its size (the same way a Big Pilot just works). It's not a watch I wear everyday, it doesn't work real well with long sleeves, but I do pop it on weekends when I want to make a statement.

synequano · 4 April 2019, 07:54 AM

I do agree about the better weight distribution on 47mm luminors...

I have N series trio,all 47mm (368,372,375) and I do wear them a lot because they’re comfier than the regular 44mm SS on my 6.5-6.75 inch wrist

Headhunter007 · 4 April 2019, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rushne

You could have only done "better" if you went with the 422 :P
hehe.. 372 is an excellent choice

True!

mad_1974 · 5 April 2019, 10:48 PM

Solid.

Psmith · 6 April 2019, 04:44 AM

Congrats

noodle9527 · 6 April 2019, 05:20 AM

Great choice!

watchprenuer · 6 April 2019, 10:05 AM

great choice congrats

watcher3223 · 7 April 2019, 09:15 PM

congrats

Drkitch109 · 7 April 2019, 10:17 PM

Suck a beautiful piece. The lugs on this case set make it very comfortable to wear. Enjoy.

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YasserHaider · 8 April 2019, 07:10 AM

So far my experience has been good. I just need to get in the habbit of winding it before the power runs out.. it has died on me twice in 2 weeks

Cryten · 8 April 2019, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YasserHaider

So far my experience has been good. I just need to get in the habbit of winding it before the power runs out.. it has died on me twice in 2 weeks

That's why I prefer the 422. I like a power reserve but not cluttering the dial. The power reserve on the P3001 is in the perfect place.

If Panerai had put a 3001 in the 673 I'd be all over it.

Swiss Mad! · 8 April 2019, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YasserHaider

So far my experience has been good. I just need to get in the habbit of winding it before the power runs out.. it has died on me twice in 2 weeks

Winding is all part of the 'experience' of owning a Panerai for me.

That interaction with the crown protection lever is all part of the enjoyment...

Little things...lol

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Sublovin · 10 April 2019, 09:20 PM

Great pick

ttpoll · 11 April 2019, 07:47 AM

I like it. Awesome!

28 March 2019, 11:00 PM	#1
YasserHaider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: United States Posts: 17	Pam 372 as my first Panerai I love the fact that panerai makes a 47mm. I have a 8 inch wrist. Most luxury watch brands dont go any higher than 44mm. When i looked at the panerai design i fell in love with it. Simplicity, perfection on design etc. i ended up going with a Pam 372 (pre-owned) but in perfect shape. Did i choose the right model? R series which is supposedly the last series with plexiglass.

28 March 2019, 11:20 PM	#2
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	Excellent choice. __________________ Instagram @HDHNTER

29 March 2019, 12:11 AM	#3
Rushne 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Stockholm, Sweden Watch: White 116500LN Posts: 862	You could have only done "better" if you went with the 422 :P hehe.. 372 is an excellent choice __________________ Omega: Seamaster Professional 300M 2220.80.00 Rolex: Daytona White Dial 116500LN Rolex: Sky-Dweller Blue Dial Jubilee 336934 Rolex: DateJust 36 Roman White Dial Oyster 126234 Rolex: OP 36 Celebration Dial 126000 Panerai: PAM 422 Patek Philippe: Aquanaut 5167A A. Lange & Söhne: 1815 Annual Calendar @mechanicaltom Stolen: IWC Portuguese 500107 Case number 3853222

30 March 2019, 08:10 PM	#7
Swiss Mad! "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Max Location: UK Watch: Various Posts: 3,726	372 is a classic You made the right choice going for plexi...lovely warm tones - not harsh like sapphire. I was all set to get a 372 but just at the last minute went with the 673 - they are the same case & very similar, just a few minor differences with dial text etc. Enjoy your new purchace & welcome to the Panerai club Sent from my Moto G (5) using Tapatalk __________________ instagram: max.parkin

6 April 2019, 04:44 AM	#21
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Congrats __________________

29 March 2019, 12:49 AM	#5
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	Welcome to TRF. And 372 is the perfect choice. I going to help you a bit. LOL IMG_3984.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

29 March 2019, 01:02 AM	#6
YasserHaider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: United States Posts: 17	Looks good... Ill post some pics if it on my wrist later today. I ordered a brand new band and a 26mm buckle for my panerai. Should be delivered shortly.

30 March 2019, 09:14 PM	#8
Joearch 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,479	372 is a very strong choice, especially for a guy with a 8” wrist. The detailing is very sharp. Love the dial, case and expo back. Plexi is sexy. Alot of watch for the $$.

30 March 2019, 11:12 PM	#9
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	Good choice for sure

1 April 2019, 12:35 PM	#10
GoLfTime3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Chris Location: US Watch: Rolex Explorer I Posts: 20	congrats!

2 April 2019, 07:33 AM	#11
figb "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Usa Posts: 97	Wow that Pam is gorgeous, big congrats.

2 April 2019, 02:07 PM	#12
knm Banned Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: USA Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 91	I am a big fan of Panerai watches and this one is no exception. The Pam 372 as a first is really huge. Congrats!

2 April 2019, 08:24 PM	#13
didyunt Banned Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: US Posts: 129	Thats a great start.

2 April 2019, 08:43 PM	#14
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,731	Congratulations.

2 April 2019, 08:50 PM	#15
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,654	Congratulations. I’ve been eyeing the 372 or 422 as a second. IMO you started in the right place

3 April 2019, 02:31 PM	#16
YasserHaider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: United States Posts: 17	pam 372 bring my first ever watch with manual winding i was too scared to wind too much. But last night i found the spot where it ends.. it was after 70-80 spins where it resists hard enough to not spin anymore.. something ill have to get used to.. My next watch would be a 47mm submersible.. any out there with 8 day reserve (or is it just 3 days on all submersibles) that has a sapphire crystal back?

3 April 2019, 09:59 PM	#17
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,122	For a long time, I thought to myself that a 47mm Luminor 1950 would just be too big. I owned several 44-45mm Luminors and Radiomirs before I bought a 47mm Radiomir 1940. Even at 47mm, the Radiomir 1940 case wore well and I figured that would be the biggest I'd go. The more I wore it, the more I warmed up to the idea of other 47mm Panerai. About a year ago I flipped a smaller Radiomir I owned for the PAM372 and haven't looked back. I too have the older plexi crystal with the 26mm buckle. It does wear large, but somehow it works. All the vintage cues in the design make the reference work rather than look absurd at its size (the same way a Big Pilot just works). It's not a watch I wear everyday, it doesn't work real well with long sleeves, but I do pop it on weekends when I want to make a statement.

4 April 2019, 07:54 AM	#18
synequano Banned Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 413	I do agree about the better weight distribution on 47mm luminors... I have N series trio,all 47mm (368,372,375) and I do wear them a lot because they’re comfier than the regular 44mm SS on my 6.5-6.75 inch wrist

5 April 2019, 10:48 PM	#20
mad_1974 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Rolex,JLC,GS,Omega Posts: 166	Solid.

6 April 2019, 05:20 AM	#22
noodle9527 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Chicago Posts: 19	Great choice!

6 April 2019, 10:05 AM	#23
watchprenuer "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: united states Posts: 92	great choice congrats

7 April 2019, 09:15 PM	#24
watcher3223 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: USA Posts: 34	congrats

7 April 2019, 10:17 PM	#25
Drkitch109 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: New York, New Yor Posts: 100	Suck a beautiful piece. The lugs on this case set make it very comfortable to wear. Enjoy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 April 2019, 07:10 AM	#26
YasserHaider "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: United States Posts: 17	So far my experience has been good. I just need to get in the habbit of winding it before the power runs out.. it has died on me twice in 2 weeks

10 April 2019, 09:20 PM	#29
Sublovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,354	Great pick __________________ DSSD is the king of all Rolex

11 April 2019, 07:47 AM	#30
ttpoll Banned Join Date: May 2018 Location: Finland, Usa Watch: Rolex datejust Posts: 22	I like it. Awesome!

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