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Etschell · 18 February 2018, 11:16 PM

What do you guys think of these slimmer pams? I really like the black dial with green lume on asso.

ap1 · 18 February 2018, 11:52 PM

Like. People bash the 30m, but who swims with gator strap anyways. I’ll swim with others / beaters. 728 is a current fav

fullcourt · 19 February 2018, 12:00 AM

they’re very nice....smart move by panerai imho

nick c · 19 February 2018, 12:05 AM

All comes down to you. Who cares what we say, you going to be the one wearing the watch, good luck with your choice.

mps354 · 19 February 2018, 12:37 AM

I’ve been looking at them as well. Really like the 728 and 904. I wish the water resistance was better and I wish the 904 had a transparent case back, but I do like the slimmer profile. I even like the 755 even though many think it’s made for women

polaris72 · 19 February 2018, 01:11 AM

I like Due. I might get one in near future. I am also a late bloom into the Panerai game, got my first one last year. I mostly wear my Pam, Explorer I, and IWC Chrono Little Prince. Others stay on watchwinders...

brandrea · 19 February 2018, 01:17 AM

They are an acquired taste I suppose. I understand why they’ve gone this route and I think it broadens the appeal of the brand.

I just hope they never abandon their roots

rootbeer7 · 19 February 2018, 01:18 AM

I didn’t like the way they sat on my wrist, but like the look of them. Lots of Panerai bashing, but just because we also like Rolex, doesn’t mean we have to like every model. Go for it.

keithl · 19 February 2018, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

What do you guys think of these slimmer pams? I really like the black dial with green lume on asso.

Really like them!

Cru Jones · 19 February 2018, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by nick c

All comes down to you. Who cares what we say, you going to be the one wearing the watch, good luck with your choice.

Yup.

Kamen · 19 February 2018, 08:56 AM

Looking to try them as I like the smaller sizing. I don't swim or go in water with my watches so the WR isn't an issue for me.

Uppersouth · 19 February 2018, 11:27 AM

I really like the 729 and 739.

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nick c · 19 February 2018, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Cru Jones

Yup.

Merci mon ami

KBM · 20 February 2018, 04:07 AM

I think they're beautiful. I also think they betray the essence of the Luminor PAMs.

Ruud Van Driver · 21 February 2018, 07:58 PM

I didn't like them but they've grown on me. It's a smart move by Panerai to increase the appeal of the brand to those who don't like to feel like they have Big Ben on their wrist.

I wouldn't wear one because I like Panerai the way the Almighty intended them to be but I wouldn't knock anyone else for having a Due

Rolexavidfan · 21 February 2018, 11:59 PM

Love the 728 Due! It’s the first blue dial Due in titanium case. Couldn’t get any better!

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nigelUK · 22 February 2018, 08:23 AM

I just can't get over the water resistance issue

.. and it seems very silly having a case with a crown guard on a 30m watch.

I know it's my issue I need to get over it

I do really like some of the dials especially 728/729.

jwkunkle · 22 February 2018, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by nigelUK

I just can't get over the water resistance issue

.. and it seems very silly having a case with a crown guard on a 30m watch.

I know it's my issue I need to get over it

I do really like some of the dials especially 728/729.

Is this the type of Watch you would wear going more than 30m deep? How often do 99% of people go that deep anyway?

SMD · 22 February 2018, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by jwkunkle

Is this the type of Watch you would wear going more than 30m deep? How often do 99% of people go that deep anyway?

You do realize that wr at 30 does not mean it’s good to dive to 30 m right? 30 m is not suitable for bathing, showering or swimming.

jwkunkle · 22 February 2018, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by SMD

You do realize that wr at 30 does not mean it’s good to dive to 30 m right? 30 m is not suitable for bathing, showering or swimming.

Yikes. No, I didn’t know that. I apologize.

nigelUK · 22 February 2018, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SMD

You do realize that wr at 30 does not mean it’s good to dive to 30 m right? 30 m is not suitable for bathing, showering or swimming.

Exactly

.. and the crown guard is synonymous with waterproofness.

confusing message imo

But they have beautiful dials. It's only my personal gripe.

Rwchisholm · 23 February 2018, 05:33 AM

I understand what Panerai is trying to do (capture a new market). But these are definitely not for me. I enjoy the ruggedness of my Panerai. I dive with them, kite board with them and wear them to work (where they get covered in blood and more). Panerai are durable AND classy. I need both. The Duo to me is classy. Durable? Not so much.

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bharat · 26 February 2018, 03:44 AM

I really like the Due. The classic Panerais are too large for my wrist and it’s a shame because I love the styling, so I jumped with joy when they came out with a series of smaller/slimmer models. Now is the hard part to find someone to sell me one!

aperna · 26 February 2018, 06:59 AM

I think they are phenomenal! A great dress watch

2mgversed · 13 April 2018, 07:49 AM

Tried one on at the NYC store in the UES. Really liked the slimness. The dial looks awesome too

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Ravager135 · 13 April 2018, 10:37 PM

I think they were an excellent move by Panerai. The biggest criticism of Panerai is also its biggest selling point: size. The Luminor Due collection make Panerai accessible to smaller wrists and from what they have released so far, adds some color and whimsy to otherwise very similar models in the Luminor and Radiomir collections.

ap1 · 13 April 2018, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 2mgversed

Tried one on at the NYC store in the UES. Really liked the slimness. The dial looks awesome too

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The 38mm yet?

bh_horology · 18 April 2018, 01:25 PM

I think the PAM00908 is something that both my wife and I can share. (This is my secret way of buying her a watch and then also getting to wear it myself. :-)
My current PAM00 is just too big for her wrist. (She wears a Daytona currently).

eyeheartny · 18 April 2018, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Etschell

What do you guys think of these slimmer pams? I really like the black dial with green lume on asso.

They're a wonderful size. Much more wearable than the bigger ones. I have a 7" wrist and bought/sold a 422 after realizing it was much too tall for me-- the lug to lug distance was fine, but the height is the issue. So the slim case of the Due is outstanding.

What size were you thinking of? I'll include some pics of a 42mm on my 7" hairy gorilla wrist here.

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Originally Posted by mps354

I’ve been looking at them as well. Really like the 728 and 904. I wish the water resistance was better and I wish the 904 had a transparent case back, but I do like the slimmer profile. I even like the 755 even though many think it’s made for women

I'm considering the 728 and 676. The only issue is that prices on the 676 seems to have tanked already...they're selling for 25% off new on Chrono24. That's the crappy part about PAM.

Etschell · 20 April 2018, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by eyeheartny

They're a wonderful size. Much more wearable than the bigger ones. I have a 7" wrist and bought/sold a 422 after realizing it was much too tall for me-- the lug to lug distance was fine, but the height is the issue. So the slim case of the Due is outstanding.

I'm considering the 728 and 676. The only issue is that prices on the 676 seems to have tanked already...they're selling for 25% off new on Chrono24. That's the crappy part about PAM.

great looking time piece

18 February 2018, 11:16 PM	#1
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	Luminor Due What do you guys think of these slimmer pams? I really like the black dial with green lume on asso. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

19 February 2018, 12:00 AM	#3
fullcourt "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: dp Location: chicago, usa Watch: panerai Posts: 2,369	they’re very nice....smart move by panerai imho __________________ dp just living the dream chicago, usa chgo_risti on IG

19 February 2018, 01:18 AM	#8
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,950	I didn’t like the way they sat on my wrist, but like the look of them. Lots of Panerai bashing, but just because we also like Rolex, doesn’t mean we have to like every model. Go for it. __________________ @imrootbeer7

19 February 2018, 11:27 AM	#12
Uppersouth "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Lee Location: Kentucky Watch: SWISS Posts: 1,529	I really like the 729 and 739. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk __________________ Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. -ROBERT FROST

21 February 2018, 07:58 PM	#15
Ruud Van Driver "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Real Name: Chopped Liver Location: S. Wales Valleys Watch: Mickey Mouse Posts: 9,924	I didn't like them but they've grown on me. It's a smart move by Panerai to increase the appeal of the brand to those who don't like to feel like they have Big Ben on their wrist. I wouldn't wear one because I like Panerai the way the Almighty intended them to be but I wouldn't knock anyone else for having a Due __________________ 116520 Black, 116610 LVc, 116660 D-Blue, 116610 LNc, 116622 Blue, PAM359, PAM689, PAM737 *"Why should you allow an AD to shake you down, just so you can buy a watch" - Grady Philpott* Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

18 February 2018, 11:52 PM	#2
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,036	Like. People bash the 30m, but who swims with gator strap anyways. I’ll swim with others / beaters. 728 is a current fav

19 February 2018, 12:05 AM	#4
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	All comes down to you. Who cares what we say, you going to be the one wearing the watch, good luck with your choice.

19 February 2018, 12:37 AM	#5
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,971	I’ve been looking at them as well. Really like the 728 and 904. I wish the water resistance was better and I wish the 904 had a transparent case back, but I do like the slimmer profile. I even like the 755 even though many think it’s made for women

19 February 2018, 01:11 AM	#6
polaris72 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: U.S./Vienna, AT Posts: 1,967	I like Due. I might get one in near future. I am also a late bloom into the Panerai game, got my first one last year. I mostly wear my Pam, Explorer I, and IWC Chrono Little Prince. Others stay on watchwinders...

19 February 2018, 01:17 AM	#7
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,587	They are an acquired taste I suppose. I understand why they’ve gone this route and I think it broadens the appeal of the brand. I just hope they never abandon their roots

19 February 2018, 08:56 AM	#11
Kamen "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Vancouver Posts: 265	Looking to try them as I like the smaller sizing. I don't swim or go in water with my watches so the WR isn't an issue for me.

20 February 2018, 04:07 AM	#14
KBM 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,386	I think they're beautiful. I also think they betray the essence of the Luminor PAMs.

21 February 2018, 11:59 PM	#16
Rolexavidfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Har Location: Tukwila, WA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,568	Love the 728 Due! It’s the first blue dial Due in titanium case. Couldn’t get any better! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Rolex Go for the timepiece you love. You will save more. ...

22 February 2018, 08:23 AM	#17
nigelUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Northants, UK Posts: 1,057	I just can't get over the water resistance issue .. and it seems very silly having a case with a crown guard on a 30m watch. I know it's my issue I need to get over it I do really like some of the dials especially 728/729.

23 February 2018, 05:33 AM	#22
Rwchisholm Banned Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Usa Posts: 41	I understand what Panerai is trying to do (capture a new market). But these are definitely not for me. I enjoy the ruggedness of my Panerai. I dive with them, kite board with them and wear them to work (where they get covered in blood and more). Panerai are durable AND classy. I need both. The Duo to me is classy. Durable? Not so much. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 February 2018, 03:44 AM	#23
bharat "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Bharat Location: Falmouth, Maine Posts: 617	I really like the Due. The classic Panerais are too large for my wrist and it’s a shame because I love the styling, so I jumped with joy when they came out with a series of smaller/slimmer models. Now is the hard part to find someone to sell me one!

26 February 2018, 06:59 AM	#24
aperna "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: USA Watch: all of them Posts: 661	I think they are phenomenal! A great dress watch

13 April 2018, 07:49 AM	#25
2mgversed "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: city by the bay Watch: 116613LN/PAM560 Posts: 118	Tried one on at the NYC store in the UES. Really liked the slimness. The dial looks awesome too Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 April 2018, 10:37 PM	#26
Ravager135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 4,122	I think they were an excellent move by Panerai. The biggest criticism of Panerai is also its biggest selling point: size. The Luminor Due collection make Panerai accessible to smaller wrists and from what they have released so far, adds some color and whimsy to otherwise very similar models in the Luminor and Radiomir collections.

18 April 2018, 01:25 PM	#28
bh_horology "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: USA Posts: 119	I think the PAM00908 is something that both my wife and I can share. (This is my secret way of buying her a watch and then also getting to wear it myself. :-) My current PAM00 is just too big for her wrist. (She wears a Daytona currently).

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