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Old 18 August 2012, 11:50 AM   #1
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Rolex Guy Panerai Curious. . .

I've had Subs, SDs, Explorers and other Rolexes. Now I am curious about Panerai. Can you recommend a solid first Panerai for me?

I am not into chronographs. I like a classically simple look with a matte dial best. I would prefer somewhat of an iconic model.

Thanks.
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Old 18 August 2012, 12:08 PM   #2
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go for 390, it's nice

if you want one more affordable, 000 or 005 are sure good choices

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Old 18 August 2012, 12:14 PM   #3
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try the 000
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Old 18 August 2012, 12:36 PM   #4
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From a Rolex guy... I also do like the simple dials on these beautiful Pammies!






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Old 18 August 2012, 12:37 PM   #5
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They re too big for me.
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Old 18 August 2012, 01:04 PM   #6
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At least get the sandwich dial on the 005. Or the sandwich dial and display back on the 112.
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Old 18 August 2012, 01:20 PM   #7
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Simple is good! So many good choices. Take your time and look around a bit.

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Old 18 August 2012, 01:20 PM   #8
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rolex and panerai should be together in any collection.
as for first panerai, clean dial is the way to go. 000,111,112,005 are some refs for entry-level PAMs..
happy hunting.
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Old 18 August 2012, 10:00 PM   #9
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Simple is good! So many good choices. Take your time and look around a bit.

A stunning collection of Panerai simplicity. Not to mention the quality of the shot itself.

Thanks mik for keeping the ABP away ;-)

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Old 18 August 2012, 10:07 PM   #10
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Old 19 August 2012, 12:26 AM   #11
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I just picked up a 183 Radiomir and very happy. Simple and classy.
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Old 19 August 2012, 12:56 AM   #12
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005 or 111 is best for a first entry level pam
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Old 19 August 2012, 01:09 AM   #13
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111, 005 for me.
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Old 19 August 2012, 02:12 AM   #14
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Another vote for the 111 or 005

Be aware that these models do not hack
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Old 19 August 2012, 04:08 AM   #15
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Old 19 August 2012, 04:33 AM   #16
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Moved from a sub serti to a pam 111 and now a pam 351. Don't regret it, a 111 is the best entry level pam IMO.
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Old 19 August 2012, 05:04 AM   #17
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I would recommend 233 as a first Pam
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Old 19 August 2012, 05:34 AM   #18
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The 111 would make an outstanding first PAM.
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