ROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEXROLEX

kieselguhr · 14 October 2023, 03:55 PM

Always loved the look of the Luminor and often thought of adding one to the collection. I even knew the exact model I wanted when I first laid eyes on it in the WRUW section a decade ago. Just never got around to it…why? reasons…

Predominantly, It’s humongous… and I certainly am no Dutch Schaefer. Also didn’t help that I simply wasn’t in the same financial situation then as I am now. So I convinced myself that maybe a Panerai just wasn’t for me.

But over the years, every Panerai admired on the daily WRUW chipped away at my reservations. Every Luminor sighted in the wild, knocked off chunks. Until one day I woke up and told myself, it was time to get a Panerai.

One tiny conundrum. The model I was set on getting was no longer in production.

Bummer…

We’ll let’s check out the current models available at the Panerai boutique. Nice selection, but no dice. So I started reading up on other models that weren’t on display, but then my feet got frosty when I started reading all kinds of issues with current model Panerais.

Bummer…

Maybe it’s just not meant to be.

Nope. Just meant I needed to browse the good ole TRF for sale section.

A quick phone call to a trusted seller and voila!

joespeed29 · 14 October 2023, 04:13 PM

233 is a great piece! enjoy!

jagwap · 14 October 2023, 04:56 PM

Every time I see a Panerai I think I will like, when I try it on it does not appeal to me as much as my 233.

The last time it was when I was picking up my 233 from service, all restored to new perfection, and I tried on the 1564. I have always preferred a bracelet, and the matt white dial with the grey sandwich is fantastic. But it is so heavy, with that substantial bracelet.

It couldn't beat the 233 in my hands.

Agamemnon · 14 October 2023, 05:01 PM

Compliments!

htc8p · 14 October 2023, 05:05 PM

Awesome congrats

Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

rootbeer7 · 14 October 2023, 05:06 PM

Congratulations on a great one. Welcome to the cool club!

Cru Jones · 14 October 2023, 06:36 PM

One of the best! Many congrats. Happy for you!

Zyfon · 14 October 2023, 07:56 PM

Great choice. I went through a few different models before I settled on the dot dial 233. It's been on my daily rotation for the past 4 years.

Wear your in the best of health.

1William · 14 October 2023, 09:43 PM

Congratulations. One of my favorites.

alllexandru · 15 October 2023, 05:10 AM

Nice ! Congratulations! Looks great on your wrist

zi464 · 19 October 2023, 03:06 AM

Congrats , one of my favorite PAM beside 111

tedo · 19 October 2023, 03:48 AM

Congrats — Hands down one of the best PAMs out there, especially with the domed crystal — which is a must for me (like on my 127)!

APhound · 19 October 2023, 03:51 AM

Have had this a very long time. Love it

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

kieselguhr · 19 October 2023, 09:45 AM

Thanks everyone!

By the way is it normal to spontaneously buy multiple leather straps when one owns a Panerai????

Quote:

Originally Posted by arbees319

Have had this a very long time. Love it

And very obviously well loved!

samsmart · 21 October 2023, 12:45 PM

My favorite panerai that I've never owned. Congrats!

Sent from my SM-S911U using Tapatalk

Rolextellstime · 21 October 2023, 03:26 PM

Welcome to the club, the 233 is absolutely one of the best 20230221_164858.jpg

Sent from my SM-S908W using Tapatalk

Urosfan · 21 October 2023, 09:56 PM

Congrats

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

brandrea · 21 October 2023, 10:08 PM

Beau, congratulations

mailman · 21 October 2023, 10:36 PM

Congratulations. It’s my favorite Panerai

1st amg · 24 October 2023, 08:11 PM

Still one of my favorite with the most DNA of Panerai

mps354 · 25 October 2023, 01:57 AM

very nice...should never have parted with mine

opaline460 · 29 October 2023, 03:21 AM

looking good

rajurama · 29 October 2023, 10:03 PM

Wow , awesome ! 233 is a classic

Bug04 · 8 November 2023, 08:18 AM

233 is wonderful in every aspects and details. I agree with the above messages commenting that it is definitely one of the best Panerai!

Michael1968 · 8 November 2023, 04:24 PM

Congrats

GRabens · 5 December 2023, 08:08 AM

I think the PAM 233 has ruined Panerai for me. lol It might be my one and done model. I'm looking really hard for my next Panerai, but I keep wondering if I would enjoy a different model as much as my PAM 233. I made a mistake and sold my full set PAM 233 Dot Dial. I just recently replaced it with a full set PAM 233 AM/PM. I know most collectors prefer the Dot dial, but I think the AM/PM is more practical and easier to use/read.

funkright · 5 December 2023, 03:35 PM

I thought the 233 was the one for me, but couldn’t nail down one that I was happy with (price, value, age, etc combo). I ended up with the PAM627 and couldn’t be happier. Loving this slim micro rotor driven 1940’s cased Radiomir GMT

Maybe one day they’ll be a 233 too, But until then this’ll keep me smiling

Saoirse32 · 5 December 2023, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GRabens

I think the PAM 233 has ruined Panerai for me. lol It might be my one and done model. I'm looking really hard for my next Panerai, but I keep wondering if I would enjoy a different model as much as my PAM 233. I made a mistake and sold my full set PAM 233 Dot Dial. I just recently replaced it with a full set PAM 233 AM/PM. I know most collectors prefer the Dot dial, but I think the AM/PM is more practical and easier to use/read.

Since I got mine, it’s been tough to wear anything else, so I agree with this statement. I have the Dot dial and am very happy.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Tabutcher · 27 December 2023, 12:19 PM

Congrats, bro.

jbellmd · 21 January 2024, 02:05 PM

absolute classic. enjoy

14 October 2023, 03:55 PM	#1
kieselguhr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Nick Location: Las Vegas Watch: 1601 Posts: 10,455	New to me 233 Always loved the look of the Luminor and often thought of adding one to the collection. I even knew the exact model I wanted when I first laid eyes on it in the WRUW section a decade ago. Just never got around to it…why? reasons… Predominantly, It’s humongous… and I certainly am no Dutch Schaefer. Also didn’t help that I simply wasn’t in the same financial situation then as I am now. So I convinced myself that maybe a Panerai just wasn’t for me. But over the years, every Panerai admired on the daily WRUW chipped away at my reservations. Every Luminor sighted in the wild, knocked off chunks. Until one day I woke up and told myself, it was time to get a Panerai. One tiny conundrum. The model I was set on getting was no longer in production. Bummer… We’ll let’s check out the current models available at the Panerai boutique. Nice selection, but no dice. So I started reading up on other models that weren’t on display, but then my feet got frosty when I started reading all kinds of issues with current model Panerais. Bummer… Maybe it’s just not meant to be. Nope. Just meant I needed to browse the good ole TRF for sale section. A quick phone call to a trusted seller and voila!

14 October 2023, 05:06 PM	#6
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,972	Congratulations on a great one. Welcome to the cool club! __________________ @imrootbeer7

19 October 2023, 03:48 AM	#12
tedo "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: CA Posts: 468	Congrats — Hands down one of the best PAMs out there, especially with the domed crystal — which is a must for me (like on my 127)! __________________ Both past and present … Santos de Cartier • Hublot BB • Panerai Luminor • Patek Calatrava • AP Royal Oak • Omega • Hermès • Breitling • Rolex • IWC Schaffhausen • TAG Heuer • Doxa

21 October 2023, 10:36 PM	#19
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,374	Congratulations. It’s my favorite Panerai __________________ JJ

29 October 2023, 10:03 PM	#23
rajurama "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Rick Location: Wakanda Watch: amacallit Posts: 2,018	Wow , awesome ! 233 is a classic __________________ रोलेक्स

14 October 2023, 04:13 PM	#2
joespeed29 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: CA Posts: 142	233 is a great piece! enjoy!

14 October 2023, 04:56 PM	#3
jagwap "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: China Watch: IWC IW389001 Posts: 762	Every time I see a Panerai I think I will like, when I try it on it does not appeal to me as much as my 233. The last time it was when I was picking up my 233 from service, all restored to new perfection, and I tried on the 1564. I have always preferred a bracelet, and the matt white dial with the grey sandwich is fantastic. But it is so heavy, with that substantial bracelet. It couldn't beat the 233 in my hands.

14 October 2023, 05:01 PM	#4
Agamemnon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Real Name: Giuliano Location: Italy Watch: Rolex - Panerai Posts: 1,974	Compliments!

14 October 2023, 05:05 PM	#5
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,447	Awesome congrats Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

14 October 2023, 06:36 PM	#7
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,529	One of the best! Many congrats. Happy for you!

14 October 2023, 07:56 PM	#8
Zyfon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Thailand Watch: Rolex & Panerai Posts: 424	Great choice. I went through a few different models before I settled on the dot dial 233. It's been on my daily rotation for the past 4 years. Wear your in the best of health.

14 October 2023, 09:43 PM	#9
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,928	Congratulations. One of my favorites.

15 October 2023, 05:10 AM	#10
alllexandru 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Old continent Posts: 2,317	Nice ! Congratulations! Looks great on your wrist

19 October 2023, 03:06 AM	#11
zi464 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: us Posts: 218	Congrats , one of my favorite PAM beside 111

19 October 2023, 03:51 AM	#13
APhound "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: USA Posts: 1,683	Have had this a very long time. Love it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 October 2023, 12:45 PM	#15
samsmart "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: sam Location: Dallas, TX Watch: Me Tint Posts: 3,777	My favorite panerai that I've never owned. Congrats! Sent from my SM-S911U using Tapatalk

21 October 2023, 03:26 PM	#16
Rolextellstime "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Ken Location: Canada Watch: Rolex 116610LV Posts: 718	Welcome to the club, the 233 is absolutely one of the best 20230221_164858.jpg Sent from my SM-S908W using Tapatalk

21 October 2023, 09:56 PM	#17
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,207	Congrats Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

21 October 2023, 10:08 PM	#18
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,899	Beau, congratulations

24 October 2023, 08:11 PM	#20
1st amg 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: nicholas Location: ottawa canada Watch: Rolex,AP,Panerai Posts: 9,508	Still one of my favorite with the most DNA of Panerai

25 October 2023, 01:57 AM	#21
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,974	very nice...should never have parted with mine

29 October 2023, 03:21 AM	#22
opaline460 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: US Posts: 3,384	looking good

8 November 2023, 08:18 AM	#24
Bug04 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Rome Posts: 245	233 is wonderful in every aspects and details. I agree with the above messages commenting that it is definitely one of the best Panerai!

8 November 2023, 04:24 PM	#25
Michael1968 Banned Join Date: Aug 2021 Real Name: Michael Location: Europe Watch: UN,RolexTudor&more Posts: 2,742	Congrats

5 December 2023, 08:08 AM	#26
GRabens "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: FL Watch: Too Many Rolex! Posts: 580	I think the PAM 233 has ruined Panerai for me. lol It might be my one and done model. I'm looking really hard for my next Panerai, but I keep wondering if I would enjoy a different model as much as my PAM 233. I made a mistake and sold my full set PAM 233 Dot Dial. I just recently replaced it with a full set PAM 233 AM/PM. I know most collectors prefer the Dot dial, but I think the AM/PM is more practical and easier to use/read.

5 December 2023, 03:35 PM	#27
funkright "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: SLF Location: WetWestCoast Watch: GMTs. All of them! Posts: 176	I thought the 233 was the one for me, but couldn’t nail down one that I was happy with (price, value, age, etc combo). I ended up with the PAM627 and couldn’t be happier. Loving this slim micro rotor driven 1940’s cased Radiomir GMT Maybe one day they’ll be a 233 too, But until then this’ll keep me smiling

27 December 2023, 12:19 PM	#29
Tabutcher Banned Join Date: Dec 2023 Real Name: Jayson Location: NY, USA Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 9	Congrats, bro.

21 January 2024, 02:05 PM	#30
jbellmd 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2023 Location: maryland Posts: 22	absolute classic. enjoy

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)