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rootbeer7 · 31 July 2017, 12:52 AM

Right narrowed it down to the 3 above as my first Pam. Tried the 590 and loved it. Like the idea of the 390 as a mini 372 and the 111 is local. All approximately the same price. Which one and why? Thanks guys

eal15 · 31 July 2017, 01:13 AM

I have to have a seconds hand. 590 hands down.

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Cru Jones · 31 July 2017, 01:15 AM

Perfectly good arguments for all 3.

For me, though, easily the 111 - a classic + greater variety of straps combos, and the power reserve of the 590 isn't enough to sway me, since the 111's modified ETA is plenty good.

nick c · 31 July 2017, 02:59 AM

If you like a clean dial go 390, otherwise for me I would go 111 eta movement, easy fix by any watch guy and it's a super cool piece very sexy with a clear case,good luck with your choice.

subtona · 31 July 2017, 03:00 AM

111

Ruud Van Driver · 31 July 2017, 08:35 PM

For me, it would be the 390 because it looks like a 372 lite but that's based purely on looks alone

rootbeer7 · 31 July 2017, 08:37 PM

Thanks fellas. Ruud, I'm thinking 390 as well for that reason. Also very limited and won't get rinsed if it's not a keeper.

Sublovin · 31 July 2017, 08:54 PM

390 for sure. I don't think it looks like a 372, but it is a classic in its own way. Among your 3, that's the easy choice

Ruud Van Driver · 1 August 2017, 01:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublovin

390 for sure. I don't think it looks like a 372, but it is a classic in its own way. Among your 3, that's the easy choice

They're close enough that 99% of the world wouldn't be able to tell the difference at ten yards away

Psmith · 1 August 2017, 04:02 AM

111

Sublovin · 1 August 2017, 07:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

They're close enough that 99% of the world wouldn't be able to tell the difference at ten yards away

99% of the world thinks ALL Panerai look the same

...that's what makes the brand unique.

As collectors we know better...

-390 44mm bettarini case, sausage dial, sapphire crystal
-372 47mm 1950 case 47mm, sandwich dial, domed plexi crystal

Other than both being "base" models, they couldn't be more different. I own a 372 and have worn a 390....not even close. My 000 is closer to the 390 than the 372.
With current used prices where they are, you can find a used 372 for about $500 more than a used 390. Money well spent!

rootbeer7 · 1 August 2017, 07:29 AM

Unfortunately my puny wrists can't take 47mm. I'm getting close to a 390!

mfer · 1 August 2017, 08:20 AM

390 isn't just brown, it is peachy in color. I bought and sold it. He's to match with straps. 111

nick c · 1 August 2017, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublovin

99% of the world thinks ALL Panerai look the same

...that's what makes the brand unique.

As collectors we know better...

-390 44mm bettarini case, sausage dial, sapphire crystal

-372 47mm 1950 case 47mm, sandwich dial, domed plexi crystal

Other than both being "base" models, they couldn't be more different. I own a 372 and have worn a 390....not even close. My 000 is closer to the 390 than the 372.

With current used prices where they are, you can find a used 372 for about $500 more than a used 390. Money well spent!

Including my wife,all my Panerai looks the

same.🤣🤣🤣🤣

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rootbeer7 · 1 August 2017, 07:23 PM

Just tried a 111 locally at a good price. Very tempted!! Seems complete except for bezel protector. Anything to be wary of?

Ruud Van Driver · 1 August 2017, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sublovin

99% of the world thinks ALL Panerai look the same

...that's what makes the brand unique.

As collectors we know better...

-390 44mm bettarini case, sausage dial, sapphire crystal
-372 47mm 1950 case 47mm, sandwich dial, domed plexi crystal

Other than both being "base" models, they couldn't be more different. I own a 372 and have worn a 390....not even close. My 000 is closer to the 390 than the 372.
With current used prices where they are, you can find a used 372 for about $500 more than a used 390. Money well spent!

Spot on except that the 372 now has a sapphire crystal.

Obviously, to us the two pieces are very different but if you want a 372 but don't have the wrists or are not comfortable with the size then there are worse alternatives than the 390.

I personally would go 372 all day every day and would buy one in a heartbeat if my collection wasn't already complete.

Sublovin · 1 August 2017, 09:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Spot on except that the 372 now has a sapphire crystal.

.

Yes and it's blasphemy!

nick c · 2 August 2017, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ruud Van Driver

Spot on except that the 372 now has a sapphire crystal.

Obviously, to us the two pieces are very different but if you want a 372 but don't have the wrists or are not comfortable with the size then there are worse alternatives than the 390.

I personally would go 372 all day every day and would buy one in a heartbeat if my collection wasn't already complete.

Here is an example mine on the left And sapphire crystal on the right.

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rootbeer7 · 2 August 2017, 12:50 AM

Right you lot, a decision has been reached and an incoming will be forthcoming! Bring on my first PAM

nick c · 2 August 2017, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Right you lot, a decision has been reached and an incoming will be forthcoming! Bring on my first PAM

Congratulations Mate

Justice12 · 2 August 2017, 12:35 PM

I love the 390

Urosfan · 2 August 2017, 10:06 PM

111 but I'm biased

Psmith · 2 August 2017, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Right you lot, a decision has been reached and an incoming will be forthcoming! Bring on my first PAM

Congrats - looking forward to the reveal

jw0n · 4 August 2017, 12:30 PM

Personally, I would go with the 590. I actually love the way it looks, and 8 day reserve is a very nice to have. For me, that means once it gets strapped on, its staying on for a week. Either way, congrats on the pickup and please share some pics!

rootbeer7 · 7 August 2017, 10:43 PM

It's at home waiting to be unwrapped! I'm at work trying to concentrate!!!!! Incoming pics tonight

rootbeer7 · 8 August 2017, 04:46 AM

I've posted a separate incoming thread, but thank you to all for your help. PAM390 it is

31 July 2017, 12:52 AM	#1
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	390, 590 or 111 Right narrowed it down to the 3 above as my first Pam. Tried the 590 and loved it. Like the idea of the 390 as a mini 372 and the 111 is local. All approximately the same price. Which one and why? Thanks guys __________________ @imrootbeer7

31 July 2017, 01:13 AM	#2
eal15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Everett Location: GTA, Canada Watch: Audemars Piguet 15 Posts: 789	390, 590 or 111 I have to have a seconds hand. 590 hands down. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

31 July 2017, 03:00 AM	#5
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31 July 2017, 08:35 PM	#6
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31 July 2017, 08:37 PM	#7
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	Thanks fellas. Ruud, I'm thinking 390 as well for that reason. Also very limited and won't get rinsed if it's not a keeper. __________________ @imrootbeer7

31 July 2017, 01:15 AM	#3
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,499	Perfectly good arguments for all 3. For me, though, easily the 111 - a classic + greater variety of straps combos, and the power reserve of the 590 isn't enough to sway me, since the 111's modified ETA is plenty good.

31 July 2017, 02:59 AM	#4
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846	If you like a clean dial go 390, otherwise for me I would go 111 eta movement, easy fix by any watch guy and it's a super cool piece very sexy with a clear case,good luck with your choice.

31 July 2017, 08:54 PM	#8
Sublovin "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: USA Watch: Lots Posts: 4,354	390 for sure. I don't think it looks like a 372, but it is a classic in its own way. Among your 3, that's the easy choice

1 August 2017, 04:02 AM	#10
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	111 __________________

1 August 2017, 07:29 AM	#12
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	Unfortunately my puny wrists can't take 47mm. I'm getting close to a 390! __________________ @imrootbeer7

1 August 2017, 08:20 AM	#13
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	390 isn't just brown, it is peachy in color. I bought and sold it. He's to match with straps. 111 __________________ member#3242

1 August 2017, 07:23 PM	#15
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	Just tried a 111 locally at a good price. Very tempted!! Seems complete except for bezel protector. Anything to be wary of? __________________ @imrootbeer7

2 August 2017, 12:50 AM	#19
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	Right you lot, a decision has been reached and an incoming will be forthcoming! Bring on my first PAM __________________ @imrootbeer7

2 August 2017, 12:35 PM	#21
Justice12 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Delaware Posts: 96	I love the 390

2 August 2017, 10:06 PM	#22
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	111 but I'm biased

4 August 2017, 12:30 PM	#24
jw0n "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Won Location: Asia Posts: 1,421	Personally, I would go with the 590. I actually love the way it looks, and 8 day reserve is a very nice to have. For me, that means once it gets strapped on, its staying on for a week. Either way, congrats on the pickup and please share some pics! __________________ Instagram: @itsjw0n

7 August 2017, 10:43 PM	#25
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	It's at home waiting to be unwrapped! I'm at work trying to concentrate!!!!! Incoming pics tonight __________________ @imrootbeer7

8 August 2017, 04:46 AM	#26
rootbeer7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: london Posts: 5,963	I've posted a separate incoming thread, but thank you to all for your help. PAM390 it is __________________ @imrootbeer7

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