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Joearch · 6 January 2019, 09:14 AM

I am mostly set in my Rolex collection and came across an alternative that I am really enjoying. I have had a long history with Panerai am very please with picking up a LNIB full set 390. Super simple. While I have had a few issues with Panerai it is a very good value and no supply funny business. Thx for looking.
[IMG]I am mostly set in my Rolex collection and came across an alternative that I am really enjoying. I have had a long history with Panerai am very please with picking up a LNIB full set 390. Super simple. While I have had a few issues with Panerai it is a very good value and no supply funny business. Thx for looking.

Pacc12 · 6 January 2019, 09:44 AM

Congratulations, it is beautiful.

peterpl · 6 January 2019, 12:14 PM

Panerai produces from lovely timepieces.

Good that your looking at other brands so are many. Many many other brands that are better than Rolex for similar prices or lower.

inadeje · 6 January 2019, 02:05 PM

100% agree with you OP. As you can see in my signature, I also love Panerai. I have that exact strap too, it’s s the Jules Verne, nubuck Alligator

sunnygps · 6 January 2019, 02:26 PM

I did the same earlier in December. I picked up a PAM333. The only Rolex that I want is BLNR and I will wait till it is available at MSRP.

mosanman · 6 January 2019, 02:35 PM

I've always liked Panerais but for some reason never did pull the trigger on one.
3 years back, I was close to picking up the PAM321 but didn't go through with it. Then more recently, as I gravitated toward smaller watches I became interested in the PAM048, but just couldn't find a new model for sale.

Joearch · 6 January 2019, 03:31 PM

Thx for the responses. I like the blend of Rolex and Panerai in my collection. In the last year
I have become irritated by the Rolex supply situation, like many here this seems so artificial. Panerai are a good value and for me still so unique. My other favorite now is a 233 which really is a cool watch.

polaris72 · 6 January 2019, 03:46 PM

I have got Panerai too plus few other brands. Nothing wrong having diversified collection. Great watch!

Joearch · 6 January 2019, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by polaris72

I have got Panerai too plus few other brands. Nothing wrong having diversified collection. Great watch!

Thx, yes it is a nice watch at many thousands less than a basic Rolex SS sport model. Also one of a very limited Panerai base models ever to have been produced.

TswaneNguni · 6 January 2019, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by peterpl

Panerai produces from lovely timepieces.

Good that your looking at other brands so are many. Many many other brands that are better than Rolex for similar prices or lower.

Nothing is better than Rolex quality wise at the same price ticket .

I own many Panerai .Love the brand .My favourites in the collection ..671 Blue Bronzo/289 with the dot and the California dial 249

TswaneNguni · 6 January 2019, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Joearch

I am mostly set in my Rolex collection and came across an alternative that I am really enjoying. I have had a long history with Panerai am very please with picking up a LNIB full set 390. Super simple. While I have had a few issues with Panerai it is a very good value and no supply funny business. Thx for looking.
[IMG]I am mostly set in my Rolex collection and came across an alternative that I am really enjoying. I have had a long history with Panerai am very please with picking up a LNIB full set 390. Super simple. While I have had a few issues with Panerai it is a very good value and no supply funny business. Thx for looking.

Nice one Joe !!

TswaneNguni · 6 January 2019, 04:17 PM

SS alternative ...I always have the Omega Moonwatch in the back of my mind ...

Joearch · 6 January 2019, 05:58 PM

Yes, Omega is another great option. Lots of value, great design and quality.

Gerardus · 6 January 2019, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by sunnygps

I did the same earlier in December. I picked up a PAM333. The only Rolex that I want is BLNR and I will wait till it is available at MSRP.

You are right! The only way to go!

oldman2005 · 6 January 2019, 06:41 PM

PAM and Omega are great alternative

whattimeyougot · 6 January 2019, 09:33 PM

Panerai are gorgeous pieces of art! Unfortunately I traveled to Florence prior to getting bit by the watch bug or else I would have been compelled to pick one up whilst there.

There will be a PAM in my collection someday.

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TswaneNguni · 6 January 2019, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by whattimeyougot

Panerai are gorgeous pieces of art! Unfortunately I traveled to Florence prior to getting bit by the watch bug or else I would have been compelled to pick one up whilst there.

There will be a PAM in my collection someday.

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Visited the Panerai Boutique in Firenze in Des 2017.
Was a special moment for me ,waited 13 years for that.
Had some really nice references in store.The Blue equation of time is beautiful.Blue Bronzo of course not in store.That one I got via Honk Kong Boutique with a private deal

TswaneNguni · 6 January 2019, 10:09 PM

This for $5000 ??? ....

(not my pic)

Sublovin · 6 January 2019, 11:03 PM

A lot of irony here. I am a huge Panerai fan as well, and own a few. Several years ago we would have laughed at this post, because it was the exact opposite. People were growing annoyed with Panerai because all of the popular references were near impossible to get and were selling for waaay over msrp on secondary market. At that same time, you could buy watches like the Sub lv at a discount and Rolex AD showcases were fully stocked.
All these newbies think that Rolex is money in the bank and will keep going up and up...have a look at Panerai.
I am bookmarking this one...classic!
Great watch by the way

1William · 6 January 2019, 11:15 PM

Congratulations.

sunnygps · 7 January 2019, 02:56 AM

My PAM333 has become my daily watch to wear. It has titanium case, so it is light on the wrist. I also like leather/canvas straps, and the Panerai watches works well for me. I have switched straps 3 times in the last 3 weeks.

The big challenge for me is that I want 40mm watch with lug-to-lug size less than 50mm. That just limits my options in the Panerai lineup.

6 January 2019, 09:14 AM	#1
Joearch 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,460	SS alternative I am mostly set in my Rolex collection and came across an alternative that I am really enjoying. I have had a long history with Panerai am very please with picking up a LNIB full set 390. Super simple. While I have had a few issues with Panerai it is a very good value and no supply funny business. Thx for looking. [IMG]I am mostly set in my Rolex collection and came across an alternative that I am really enjoying. I have had a long history with Panerai am very please with picking up a LNIB full set 390. Super simple. While I have had a few issues with Panerai it is a very good value and no supply funny business. Thx for looking.

6 January 2019, 02:05 PM	#4
inadeje 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Miami Watch: me lose count. Posts: 5,568	100% agree with you OP. As you can see in my signature, I also love Panerai. I have that exact strap too, it’s s the Jules Verne, nubuck Alligator __________________ ♛ 116689 ♛ 116500LN Blk ♛ 116500LN Wht ♛ Sky Dweller 326934-003 ♛ 126710BLNR ♛ 126710BLRO - ♛ 126610LV ♛ 16520 ♛ 16523 ♛ 16610 ♛ 5513 Birth Year - ✠ Patek Philippe 5980/1A-001 - AP 26331ST Panda - Panerai Fiddy 127, Bronzo 671, 687, 111, Ω Speedmaster 1957 Broad Arrow, Daniel Roth Endurer Chronosprint, Cartier Santos XL - ✿ Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze M79012M, Montblanc TimeWalker Chrono 41

6 January 2019, 11:03 PM	#19
Sublovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,354	A lot of irony here. I am a huge Panerai fan as well, and own a few. Several years ago we would have laughed at this post, because it was the exact opposite. People were growing annoyed with Panerai because all of the popular references were near impossible to get and were selling for waaay over msrp on secondary market. At that same time, you could buy watches like the Sub lv at a discount and Rolex AD showcases were fully stocked. All these newbies think that Rolex is money in the bank and will keep going up and up...have a look at Panerai. I am bookmarking this one...classic! Great watch by the way __________________ DSSD is the king of all Rolex

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6 January 2019, 09:44 AM	#2
Pacc12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 160	Congratulations, it is beautiful.

6 January 2019, 12:14 PM	#3
peterpl Banned Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: . Posts: 6,692	Panerai produces from lovely timepieces. Good that your looking at other brands so are many. Many many other brands that are better than Rolex for similar prices or lower.

6 January 2019, 02:35 PM	#6
mosanman "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Dom Location: London Posts: 262	I've always liked Panerais but for some reason never did pull the trigger on one. 3 years back, I was close to picking up the PAM321 but didn't go through with it. Then more recently, as I gravitated toward smaller watches I became interested in the PAM048, but just couldn't find a new model for sale.

6 January 2019, 03:31 PM	#7
Joearch 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,460	Thx for the responses. I like the blend of Rolex and Panerai in my collection. In the last year I have become irritated by the Rolex supply situation, like many here this seems so artificial. Panerai are a good value and for me still so unique. My other favorite now is a 233 which really is a cool watch.

6 January 2019, 03:46 PM	#8
polaris72 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: U.S./Vienna, AT Posts: 1,967	I have got Panerai too plus few other brands. Nothing wrong having diversified collection. Great watch!

6 January 2019, 04:17 PM	#12
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,608	SS alternative ...I always have the Omega Moonwatch in the back of my mind ...

6 January 2019, 05:58 PM	#13
Joearch 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,460	Yes, Omega is another great option. Lots of value, great design and quality.

6 January 2019, 06:41 PM	#15
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	PAM and Omega are great alternative

6 January 2019, 09:33 PM	#16
whattimeyougot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Posts: 965	Panerai are gorgeous pieces of art! Unfortunately I traveled to Florence prior to getting bit by the watch bug or else I would have been compelled to pick one up whilst there. There will be a PAM in my collection someday. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 January 2019, 11:15 PM	#20
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,619	Congratulations.

7 January 2019, 02:56 AM	#21
sunnygps 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Texas Posts: 1,135	My PAM333 has become my daily watch to wear. It has titanium case, so it is light on the wrist. I also like leather/canvas straps, and the Panerai watches works well for me. I have switched straps 3 times in the last 3 weeks. The big challenge for me is that I want 40mm watch with lug-to-lug size less than 50mm. That just limits my options in the Panerai lineup.

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