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9 October 2017, 05:23 AM | #1 |
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Which would be a good first Panerai?
I've always liked Panerai but have never owned one. Which would be a good first one? I do like the white as it is a little different. The 1499 has really jumped out at me! Does Panerai lose value? They seem to be selling at quite a discount from retail. Thoughts would be appreciated!!
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9 October 2017, 05:30 AM | #2 |
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Which would be a good first Panerai?
233! GMT, in house movement 1950 brushed and polished case! Domed crystal.
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There are some incredible enablers on here. They helped me no end. In the end I wanted a base (2 hand) piece and after trying a few found that 44mm manual was the most comfortable. Definitely go and try them on. Here's my ltd 390
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Then hide the hand and it’s a traditional 3 handed with date.
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Unfortunately here in Cincinnati there doesn’t seem a jeweler to be found to try them in or see in person. I was in Vegas a few months back and while at Ceasers I should’ve tried on a few
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9 October 2017, 05:58 AM | #8 |
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So many great choices of white dialIMG_6094.JPGIMG_6096.JPGIMG_6098.JPG
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Nick they all look good. I dig the second one, which model is it?
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Wow magnificent watches!
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If you are certain you want a white dial, go with a good condition 113.
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I like the idea of a date function. How does the white dial look in person compared to black?
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PAM's vary in price according to the in/non-in house movements, function, case, strap etc just like other brands. You can get your hands on a PAM for 5k or 15k. It depends on what you want. There are so many variations its hard to choose lol.
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113, or 114. If you could do without a white dial then a zero would be my suggestion, and the older version without the springbars.
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If I decide Black is the 000 a bad idea?
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Most likely best route to take for WDL
Can be found reasonably priced and will give you the feel to find out if PAMs are for you.
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do some searching this gets discussed weekly
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They are all great. My 590 sang to me as soon as it landed on my wrist at the AD
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I have to say here that I'm no expert, I'm simply a fan of the brand, but AFAIK white dial PAMs are not huge sellers so I would shoot for a pretty big discount before pulling the trigger. In fact, as you're in the US I'd even go so far as to say to contact a TRF trusted seller. If I were looking for a white dial, it would be the 654 Flyback. Stunning piece. Good luck.
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That 654 is definitely a beautiful piece but too much for me. I’ve decided on the 000 for sure now. I just have to find one. Any idea on preowned prices? You hanks guys
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Check David SW, he get Pam 005 it’s similar to 000 https://davidsw.com/product/panerai-...r-marina-logo/
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Nick is this the same watch?
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9 October 2017, 02:36 PM | #30 |
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That's the new version, the 1005. Go for the 005, original and best.
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