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oyster21 · 18 March 2009, 02:58 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

I think the two coexist nicely.

Beauty!!!

It happened once that I sold my Rolexes and started collecting PAM. However, Rolex is still a Rolex. You just HAVE to have one at least.
Panerai, Rolex, two different brands that serve different purposes

usctrojan99 · 19 March 2009, 04:48 AM

I've owned over 20 different PAMs, and I love Panerai. However, Panerai will never supplant Rolex, IWC, PP, AP, or VC in my eyes.

Dom · 19 March 2009, 01:08 PM

To me they are two very different watches. I love them both! PAM 111 and Rolex SS WD Daytona are classics that have a place in watch history ...

JJ Irani · 19 March 2009, 04:08 PM

To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!!

TswaneNguni · 19 March 2009, 04:15 PM

36-40mm = The perfect ladies size

Trurolexer · 19 March 2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

36-40mm = The perfect ladies size

AMEN...

Troy · 19 March 2009, 09:26 PM

They are fugly plain overpriced just my 2 cents

DSJ · 20 March 2009, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!!

As for me too, it has reinforced my appreciation for Rolex.

Trurolexer · 20 March 2009, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Troy

They are fugly plain overpriced just my 2 cents

Do you think Rolex not overpriced, Buddy?

Duc-904 · 20 March 2009, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DSJ

As for me too, it has reinforced my appreciation for Rolex.

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Originally Posted by Troy

They are fugly plain overpriced just my 2 cents

And yet you guys take the time to check out the Panerai forum.

I think these Pam haters see the tide turning or they harbor secret feelings they so desperately wish to supress.

londonbagpuss · 20 March 2009, 02:24 AM

To me they are just different and great watches at the same time. I came to this site to find out more about rolex, the daytona etc etc, now I have decided I will get a rolex and will defo get a panerai, the only difference is that I will get a panerai first and then the rolex. To me the rolex is such a classic brand and Panerai gives the wear more options. so both wonderful brands.

bodybump · 20 March 2009, 03:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!!

GBJIV · 20 March 2009, 03:49 AM

I am okay with the two camps... - there is enough competition on the PAM side and not enough watches.

Amazing how difficult the hard to find ones are - even in the recession! And the "rare" ones are at amazing premiums if available at all.

DSJ · 20 March 2009, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Duc-904

And yet you guys take the time to check out the Panerai forum.

I think these Pam haters see the tide turning or they harbor secret feelings they so desperately wish to supress.

I am NOT a hater (as you would see from my PAM wild thread), but PREFER other houses/brands for the pricepoint.

moby33 · 20 March 2009, 04:16 AM

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Originally Posted by londonbagpuss

To me they are just different and great watches at the same time. I came to this site to find out more about rolex, the daytona etc etc, now I have decided I will get a rolex and will defo get a panerai, the only difference is that I will get a panerai first and then the rolex. To me the rolex is such a classic brand and Panerai gives the wear more options. so both wonderful brands.

I can understand all that...except your order of acquisition of course.

Then again, I do see you listed the watch in your description as "Rolex of course". That doesn't sound like you're a 'Buy Pan before Rolex' kind of guy!!!

JJ Irani · 20 March 2009, 04:39 AM

Certainly don't hate it......just can't get myself to love it.....that's all!!

SirLoki · 20 March 2009, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by boa2

For me, no brand has ever diminished my appreciation for another.

x2 for me!

but for me the deep sea has raised my desires for a timepiece, not because of its thickness or overall diameter but for build quality.... my other rolex timepieces now just don't feel as solid. The smaller sizes dont help either going back and forth between my timepieces. I tried on PAMs over at Torneau in Vegas and the leather straps just dont do it for me nor do the feel of the timepieces. I agree with Moby about his comment about a solid feeling stainless steel bracelet and rolex by far has the best feel for me.

Duc-904 · 20 March 2009, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

I am NOT a hater (as you would see from my PAM wild thread), but PREFER other houses/brands for the pricepoint.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Certainly don't hate it......just can't get myself to love it.....that's all!!

I know David and JJ! Notice my

. All in good fun my friends.

moby33 · 20 March 2009, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by SirLoki

x2 for me!

but for me the deep sea has raised my desires for a timepiece, not because of its thickness or overall diameter but for build quality.... my other rolex timepieces now just don't feel as solid. The smaller sizes dont help either going back and forth between my timepieces. I tried on PAMs over at Torneau in Vegas and the leather straps just dont do it for me nor do the feel of the timepieces. I agree with Moby about his comment about a solid feeling stainless steel bracelet and rolex by far has the best feel for me.

That's what I'm talkin 'bout!!! Viva la SS bracelets (especially those equipped w/ Glidelock!!!) Nothing better IMO.

SirLoki · 20 March 2009, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by moby33

That's what I'm talkin 'bout!!! Viva la SS bracelets (especially those equipped w/ Glidelock!!!) Nothing better IMO.

most definitely! i have yet to find a better feeling and functional stainless bracelet. Tried on several watches this past weekend and nothing at the whole torneau store felt on par.

londonbagpuss · 20 March 2009, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by moby33

I can understand all that...except your order of acquisition of course.

Then again, I do see you listed the watch in your description as "Rolex of course". That doesn't sound like you're a 'Buy Pan before Rolex' kind of guy!!!

Very true, just a few things
1. I am a lady
2. I joined the site primarily to find out more about Rolex - hence why it is called rolex forum, not Pan forum.

That aside, I first saw a pan in 2002 ish, put it to the back of my mind and now I have learnt a little about the rolex, waitlists etc, my attention turned to getting a leather strap watch while I wait for a daytona.

mfer · 20 March 2009, 05:55 AM

I guess I'm just a watch lover. If I see it and like it, and it is of nice finish and with a quality movement (Rolex inhouse, ETA's and Val's, JLC,) I love it. Do I love one more than the other?????? Depends on the day.

Some watches I would like to own one day.

Trurolexer · 20 March 2009, 03:31 PM

Mik...Nice lists...

JF23 · 20 March 2009, 04:03 PM

Wow Mik! That's my wall of dreams!

Would have been amazing to be one of the "chosen" 150 for that 203

Andad · 20 March 2009, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by TswaneNguni

Yes

No.

beaujarle · 20 March 2009, 07:28 PM

Earlier in my search, was interested to look for a Rolex. However, trying a few on..they just don't speak to me.

Panny....each Luminor I tried instantly spoke to me...hence, the 111!!!!

TswaneNguni · 20 March 2009, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

No.

YES !!!

Trurolexer · 20 March 2009, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by directioneng

No.

Yes!!!

Trurolexer · 20 March 2009, 09:48 PM

This is my Panerai's target...
190 (must have)
249
233 (must have)

That's it!!! I'm done with Panerai.

Keith48 · 20 March 2009, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Troy

They are fugly plain overpriced just my 2 cents

Yes, agree Panerai are really overprice.
Last year Jun, I told my wife - it will be crazy if she see me wearing a Panerai. Now I am looking to get my 2nd Panerai
fyi, to me Casio is overprice too.

19 March 2009, 04:08 PM	#34
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	To answer the original question.....after seeing Pannies, I love my Rollies even more!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

20 March 2009, 03:49 AM	#43
GBJIV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Jackson Location: So. California Posts: 2,893	I am okay with the two camps... - there is enough competition on the PAM side and not enough watches. Amazing how difficult the hard to find ones are - even in the recession! And the "rare" ones are at amazing premiums if available at all. __________________ Jackson

20 March 2009, 04:39 AM	#46
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Certainly don't hate it......just can't get myself to love it.....that's all!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

20 March 2009, 05:55 AM	#52
mfer "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Mik Location: USA Posts: 13,723	I guess I'm just a watch lover. If I see it and like it, and it is of nice finish and with a quality movement (Rolex inhouse, ETA's and Val's, JLC,) I love it. Do I love one more than the other?????? Depends on the day. Some watches I would like to own one day. __________________ member#3242

20 March 2009, 07:28 PM	#56
beaujarle "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: DXB Posts: 166	Earlier in my search, was interested to look for a Rolex. However, trying a few on..they just don't speak to me. Panny....each Luminor I tried instantly spoke to me...hence, the 111!!!! __________________ PAM 183, Q series & PAM 531, R Series DJII green Romans Sub C LV "The Hulk" GMT II K Serial, Submariner TT LB Milgauss GV and PAM 111 - FLIPPED!! Oris TT3 Day/Date, Seamaster 2254.50

19 March 2009, 04:48 AM	#32
usctrojan99 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: LA/OC - CA Watch: Rolex Posts: 232	I've owned over 20 different PAMs, and I love Panerai. However, Panerai will never supplant Rolex, IWC, PP, AP, or VC in my eyes.

19 March 2009, 01:08 PM	#33
Dom "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Dominik Location: Zürich Watch: Rolex, Patek, FPJ Posts: 381	To me they are two very different watches. I love them both! PAM 111 and Rolex SS WD Daytona are classics that have a place in watch history ...

19 March 2009, 04:15 PM	#35
TswaneNguni "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: . Watch: Daytonas/Subs/GMTs Posts: 12,608	36-40mm = The perfect ladies size

19 March 2009, 09:26 PM	#37
Troy Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Troy Location: Calgary, Alberta Watch: Tudor Sub. 7928 Posts: 1,275	They are fugly plain overpriced just my 2 cents

20 March 2009, 02:24 AM	#41
londonbagpuss Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: London Posts: 248	To me they are just different and great watches at the same time. I came to this site to find out more about rolex, the daytona etc etc, now I have decided I will get a rolex and will defo get a panerai, the only difference is that I will get a panerai first and then the rolex. To me the rolex is such a classic brand and Panerai gives the wear more options. so both wonderful brands.

20 March 2009, 03:31 PM	#53
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	Mik...Nice lists...

20 March 2009, 04:03 PM	#54
JF23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: S Florida Posts: 1,899	Wow Mik! That's my wall of dreams! Would have been amazing to be one of the "chosen" 150 for that 203

20 March 2009, 09:48 PM	#59
Trurolexer Banned Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Watch: 5513MaxiI+PreComex Posts: 18,421	This is my Panerai's target... 190 (must have) 249 233 (must have) That's it!!! I'm done with Panerai.

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