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26 May 2011, 05:46 AM | #1 |
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Need feedback re Radiomir GMT models
Hello all,
I think this is my first time here. Am a regular at the Rolex forum. I already own a Pam 88 (i like this watch alot) and other brand GMT watches (Rolex, Omega, B&M). I'mready for another GMT watch except this time I'd like to have a Panerai Radiomir in 42mm. Which of the three models do you suggest I buy as my next GMT, and why? Pam 355 Pam 98 Pam 184 No other brands are in consideration; already own a GMT II Coke and a tt GMT IIc. Do any of you know anyone who also loves GMT watches, particularly Panerai GMTs? Can you pls share your sources with me (to buy GMT)? Many thanks in advance. ~JD aka DCgator |
26 May 2011, 07:04 AM | #2 |
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184....sub second hand, JLC movement, but I'd really consider the 242 (45mm version of the 184). 184 just feels the most Panerai to me.
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26 May 2011, 01:53 PM | #4 |
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Many thanks. I will find an AD in the MD, VA, DC area and hope they have the 184.
I already have three bigass watches - Pam 88, Breitling SW titanium, and Deepsea. They get the least wrist time. I know I'll wear the 42mm more if I had one. Do any of you know and trust a grey seller who specializes in Panerai watches? I'll accept recommendations. |
27 May 2011, 08:38 AM | #5 |
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JD, hello to another GMT collector...I have a Pepsi from Rolex, an SMP from Omega and a PAM 98 from Panerai. The 98 is a great watch....doesnt get much attention on this Forum (or any other Forum), but it wears really comfortably and has several unusual features, such as GP movement,double crown,42mm size,central seconds hand. All in all the perfect travel watch, apart from the low depth rating....the alarm is loud enough to wake you up. I've used it several times, usually to remind me of meetings/appointments etc.
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27 May 2011, 08:50 AM | #6 |
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I have the 98, and it is my favourite watch. Full Stop.
Nice size, cool features, dress up or down, alarm is just too cool. I really like the GMT feature too, as it is a separate window with a 24 hour display of the second time zone, and it is easy to set, easy to read as only one hour hand is moving around the dial.
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The alarm feature reminds me of an old Seiko watch I had many moons ago and it had an alarm, which I dig as well. ~JD |
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