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B. Doggy · 6 December 2009, 05:30 AM

So these guys are really starting to grow on me. I wasn't a fan at first but some pics I have seen recently are SWEET!

The 243 is calling my name and I've never even seen it in the metal.

Oh so sexy....

mike · 6 December 2009, 06:07 AM

I hear ya Bryan. For the longest time "Sub" meant Rolex to me (and it's still a favored reference), but since getting my 24 I've really come to appreciate the Submersible line.

It's a watch that has so much presence and of course Panerai luminosity (important to me) is amazing. I'm not sure the bezel is as smooth as the Rolex, at least on mine the timekeeping has been amazing. I've worn the watch steadly for a week and it's been 2 seconds fast during that time.

B. Doggy · 6 December 2009, 06:23 AM

Thanks, Mike! What are your thoughts on the 243 vs. the 24? How does each wear? I assume you've probably tried both on.

mike · 6 December 2009, 06:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by B. Doggy

Thanks, Mike! What are your thoughts on the 243 vs. the 24? How does each wear? I assume you've probably tried both on.

I haven't Bryan.

But, if it were a choice the 243 would win for me.

mfer · 6 December 2009, 08:59 AM

Only one sol'n. Buy a rad, lum, and sub.

jcatral14 · 6 December 2009, 09:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

...For the longest time "Sub" meant Rolex to me...

+1
I saw the thread title and I said to myself, "What's a rollie thread doing here?"

I think sub = Rolex, submersible = PAM.

That 24 is a great looking watch

What's the difference between the 24 and 243?

B. Doggy · 6 December 2009, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcatral14

+1
I saw the thread title and I said to myself, "What's a rollie thread doing here?"

I think sub = Rolex, submersible = PAM.

That 24 is a great looking watch

What's the difference between the 24 and 243?

The 243 has a 1950 case and the crystal is quite a bit thicker.

drtooth73 · 6 December 2009, 09:57 AM

The 24 is very reliable, and new is about at least $2000 cheaper than 243.

Carlo Miguel · 6 December 2009, 12:01 PM

a sub is a must have in your pam collection...

Trurolexer · 6 December 2009, 04:12 PM

Mike, you already have 5 PAMs, right? Let me count, 111, 88, 90, 24 & PAM Arkos LE, right? You always runs fast, Sir.

GBJIV · 6 December 2009, 04:18 PM

I have the 285 and it is a great PAM. I too did not like the PAM Subs at first - but, they really are great to wear. I would go 243...

mike · 7 December 2009, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Trurolexer

Mike, you already have 5 PAMs, right? Let me count, 111, 88, 90, 24 & PAM Arkos LE, right? You always runs fast, Sir.

I do TR. I've become quite smitten by Panerai. The looks,history, and presence bring a lot to the table.

6 December 2009, 05:30 AM	#1
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Subs So these guys are really starting to grow on me. I wasn't a fan at first but some pics I have seen recently are SWEET! The 243 is calling my name and I've never even seen it in the metal. Oh so sexy.... __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

6 December 2009, 06:23 AM	#3
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Thanks, Mike! What are your thoughts on the 243 vs. the 24? How does each wear? I assume you've probably tried both on. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

6 December 2009, 04:18 PM	#11
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	I have the 285 and it is a great PAM. I too did not like the PAM Subs at first - but, they really are great to wear. I would go 243... __________________ Jackson

6 December 2009, 06:07 AM	#2
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I hear ya Bryan. For the longest time "Sub" meant Rolex to me (and it's still a favored reference), but since getting my 24 I've really come to appreciate the Submersible line. It's a watch that has so much presence and of course Panerai luminosity (important to me) is amazing. I'm not sure the bezel is as smooth as the Rolex, at least on mine the timekeeping has been amazing. I've worn the watch steadly for a week and it's been 2 seconds fast during that time.

6 December 2009, 08:59 AM	#5
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	Only one sol'n. Buy a rad, lum, and sub.

6 December 2009, 09:57 AM	#8
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	The 24 is very reliable, and new is about at least $2000 cheaper than 243.

6 December 2009, 12:01 PM	#9
Carlo Miguel Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Carlo Location: Philippines Watch: Rolex Daytona Posts: 444	a sub is a must have in your pam collection...

6 December 2009, 04:12 PM	#10
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Mike, you already have 5 PAMs, right? Let me count, 111, 88, 90, 24 & PAM Arkos LE, right? You always runs fast, Sir.

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