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Glenn422 · 6 October 2012, 02:05 PM

Hmm, which one do you guys think?

I've already got the 335 which is also a 1950 case..but that 312 is just so appealing..

DiverAsia · 6 October 2012, 02:11 PM

Hard to say, they are so different. For my style and dress, I would get the 312. But the 305 is pretty awesome as a sports watch. Have fun!!

Psmith · 6 October 2012, 05:00 PM

I say 312, but then Panerai Subs/divers don't do anything for me

Watchcraze007 · 6 October 2012, 05:25 PM

305 is as a collection piece, though in that case (excuse the pun :)) it's none other than the king.. 382, but as a nice & simple everyday it's the 312.
Clive, the Subs (I don't dive, god firbid hehe) are nice looking pieces when u give them a chance. Don't forget the Egiziano history.. ofcourse me being Egyptian, I want it in my collection!!

Glenn422 · 6 October 2012, 06:09 PM

Choices..Choices! Confused now! I love the 305's design more but I know I'll like the 312 for daily more!

KeWa · 6 October 2012, 06:18 PM

305 isamonster. Go for it.

Yes, I have a 305 myself:

Watchcraze007 · 6 October 2012, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by glenn.onggara

Choices..Choices! Confused now! I love the 305's design more but I know I'll like the 312 for daily more!

Then go 305! If u don't have to do suits for work, it'll be great for everyday. It's still a good design piece.

Glenn422 · 6 October 2012, 07:22 PM

Now if I don't have the 335 I'll take the 312 in a heartbeat but hmm..

travisb · 6 October 2012, 08:28 PM

I love how the 305 wears. The 47mm titanium case fits so well.
312 can be dressed up if that's a thought but I rarely do, so 305 gets my vote.

Watchcraze007 · 6 October 2012, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by travisb

I love how the 305 wears. The 47mm titanium case fits so well.
312 can be dressed up if that's a thought but I rarely do, so 305 gets my vote.

Bet it's how the 382 would wear then!!!!!

rolex170 · 6 October 2012, 10:58 PM

312....only because I'm thinking about getting one too! :)

sushisummo · 7 October 2012, 12:16 AM

305

kilyung · 7 October 2012, 12:24 AM

312 is a great do-anything watch. I've worn mine x-crossing, mtn hiking, swimming, diving, work, etc...

It's pretty good at crushing beer cans as well!

Monte Cristo · 7 October 2012, 12:40 AM

Nice pics Mike...especially the last one

nishant · 7 October 2012, 12:51 AM

I had the 312 but traded it towards my JLC .. No Regrets !
There is just about nothing I would trade the 305 for ..

Go for the 305 ... A lot of watch for your money.

HDHNTER · 7 October 2012, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by nishant

I had the 312 but traded it towards my JLC .. No Regrets !
There is just about nothing I would trade the 305 for ..

Go for the 305 ... A lot of watch for your money.

I would have answered with a vote for the 312 since the 305 has never really caught my eye but paired with that strap... it looks great!

Love my 312 but thinking maybe I need to pick up a 305 as well.

kilyung · 7 October 2012, 02:16 AM

I'd get the new 389 before the 305.

nishant · 7 October 2012, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

I would have answered with a vote for the 312 since the 305 has never really caught my eye but paired with that strap... it looks great!

Love my 312 but thinking maybe I need to pick up a 305 as well.

Thanks Dude !! .. I actually have been eyeing a 312 or 177 as my next purchase ..
Still, pretty biased towards the 305 .. Get One :)

nishant · 7 October 2012, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by kilyung

I'd get the new 389 before the 305.

This is one Cool Timepiece ... But with a price tag exceeding 12000 USD and Non-Panerai DNA ... if it were me, I would wanna see a few in the wild before hopping on the PAM TRAIN.

HDHNTER · 7 October 2012, 02:47 AM

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Originally Posted by nishant

Thanks Dude !! .. I actually have been eyeing a 312 or 177 as my next purchase ..
Still, pretty biased towards the 305 .. Get One :)

You might want to give the 372 some consideration as well since 47mm works for you..... LOVE mine!

nishant · 7 October 2012, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

You might want to give the 372 some consideration as well since 47mm works for you..... LOVE mine!

I so wanna try one on .. I haven't ever kept a watch with polished surfaces .. and the plexi is another factor .. I know how both these things make the watch look so Freakin Awesome .. but really have to try one on to see if it clicks for me.

jenniferjanef · 7 October 2012, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by glenn.onggara

Choices..Choices! Confused now! I love the 305's design more but I know I'll like the 312 for daily more!

312 is not really that much more 'daily' than the 305.. I own 305 and 328.. The 328 is a very thick and heavy watch. I find the 305 with rubber strap and ti casing very user friendly. Certainly check out the 305. Before you close the deal, check out the 372 too .. After I got the 372, I find it simply irresistable from day one! Anyway, good luck mate!

.. James

Watchcraze007 · 7 October 2012, 04:39 AM

If u consider the 305, why not 382? ;)

Watchcraze007 · 7 October 2012, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Psmith

I say 312, but then Panerai Subs/divers don't do anything for me

Clive and Allen, who made this strap? I definitely want one pour mon 372 ;) Could be Wotancraft Kampf Schwimmer?

HDHNTER · 7 October 2012, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchcraze007

If u consider the 305, why not 382? ;)

Because I can flip my SubC, which I wouldn't miss, for close to what I can get a BNIB 305 for. So wish I could score a 382 but paying more than 2x list price is just not something I'm willing to do.

Watchcraze007 · 7 October 2012, 05:02 AM

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Originally Posted by HDHNTER

Because I can flip my SubC, which I wouldn't miss, for close to what I can get a BNIB 305 for. So wish I could score a 382 but paying more than 2x list price is just not something I'm willing to do.

Ok. It's an investment piece (I hope!). Now answer the question two posts up..

with that beautiful 372 shot...

HDHNTER · 7 October 2012, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchcraze007

Ok. It's an investment piece (I hope!). Now answer the question two posts up..

with that beautiful 372 shot...

I just buy what I like & flip what I get tired of, not a solid investment strategy.

This 372 shot?

Watchcraze007 · 7 October 2012, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HDHNTER

I just buy what I like & flip what I get tired of, not a solid investment strategy.

This 372 shot?

I always loved this shot of yours ;) (what strap is it, btw? Swiss Ammo as i can recall, right?) but no, not the one I meant. Here is the shot I meant..

HDHNTER · 7 October 2012, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Watchcraze007

I always loved this shot of yours ;) (what strap is it, btw? Swiss Ammo as i can recall, right?) but no, not the one I meant. Here is the shot I meant..

That's the 1914 Swiss from Rolko. The other pic is not mine but I agree, it's a great looking strap. I am curious who built it as well.

xywatch · 7 October 2012, 05:45 AM

Both 305 and 312 are great PAM watches. But 305 looks more like piece of art for my eyes. And with good looking leather strap, boy it becomes an eye candy! If you are into big watches with personality and classic look, I don't know what could be better than PAM305.

6 October 2012, 02:05 PM	#1
Glenn422 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: TRF Posts: 721	PAM 305 vs PAM 312 Hmm, which one do you guys think? I've already got the 335 which is also a 1950 case..but that 312 is just so appealing..

6 October 2012, 02:11 PM	#2
DiverAsia "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Rich Location: Taiwan Watch: 16014 16610 372 Posts: 1,044	Hard to say, they are so different. For my style and dress, I would get the 312. But the 305 is pretty awesome as a sports watch. Have fun!! __________________ He's a rebel and a runner He's a signal turning green He's a restless young romantic Wants to run the big machine

6 October 2012, 05:00 PM	#3
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I say 312, but then Panerai Subs/divers don't do anything for me __________________

6 October 2012, 06:18 PM	#6
KeWa "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Denmark Watch: Panerai 305 Posts: 200	305 isamonster. Go for it. Yes, I have a 305 myself: __________________ ▪ Panerai 305 ▪ Rolex DeepSea ▪ Omega Planet Ocean ▪ Casio G-Shock Riseman ▪

7 October 2012, 12:16 AM	#12
sushisummo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: JT Location: in a house....:) Watch: Hmmm......? Posts: 1,776	305 __________________ Collections: -- R-O-L-E-X --AP-ROO -- P-A-N-E-R-A-I -- B-R-E-G-U-E-T -- I-W-C -- B-A-L-L -- O-T-H-E-R-S WISHLIST: Too many to list...... Member #23367

6 October 2012, 05:25 PM	#4
Watchcraze007 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ahmed Location: Dubai & Cairo Watch: All of'em! Posts: 507	305 is as a collection piece, though in that case (excuse the pun :)) it's none other than the king.. 382, but as a nice & simple everyday it's the 312. Clive, the Subs (I don't dive, god firbid hehe) are nice looking pieces when u give them a chance. Don't forget the Egiziano history.. ofcourse me being Egyptian, I want it in my collection!!

6 October 2012, 06:09 PM	#5
Glenn422 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: TRF Posts: 721	Choices..Choices! Confused now! I love the 305's design more but I know I'll like the 312 for daily more!

6 October 2012, 07:22 PM	#8
Glenn422 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: TRF Posts: 721	Now if I don't have the 335 I'll take the 312 in a heartbeat but hmm..

6 October 2012, 08:28 PM	#9
travisb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 32,218	I love how the 305 wears. The 47mm titanium case fits so well. 312 can be dressed up if that's a thought but I rarely do, so 305 gets my vote.

6 October 2012, 10:58 PM	#11
rolex170 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Oliver Location: East Coast USA Watch: 16200, 312 Posts: 99	312....only because I'm thinking about getting one too! :)

7 October 2012, 12:24 AM	#13
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	312 is a great do-anything watch. I've worn mine x-crossing, mtn hiking, swimming, diving, work, etc... It's pretty good at crushing beer cans as well!

7 October 2012, 12:40 AM	#14
Monte Cristo "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sydney Watch: ing you... Posts: 3,775	Nice pics Mike...especially the last one __________________ 'I am easily satisfied with the very best' - Winston Churchill

7 October 2012, 12:51 AM	#15
nishant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Nishant T. Location: DC Area Watch: JLC NS Chrono GMT Posts: 779	I had the 312 but traded it towards my JLC .. No Regrets ! There is just about nothing I would trade the 305 for .. Go for the 305 ... A lot of watch for your money.

7 October 2012, 02:16 AM	#17
kilyung 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Cave Watch: Sundial Posts: 33,870	I'd get the new 389 before the 305.

7 October 2012, 04:39 AM	#23
Watchcraze007 Banned Join Date: Sep 2012 Real Name: Ahmed Location: Dubai & Cairo Watch: All of'em! Posts: 507	If u consider the 305, why not 382? ;)

7 October 2012, 05:45 AM	#30
xywatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: USA Watch: Yacht-Master SS/PT Posts: 34	Both 305 and 312 are great PAM watches. But 305 looks more like piece of art for my eyes. And with good looking leather strap, boy it becomes an eye candy! If you are into big watches with personality and classic look, I don't know what could be better than PAM305.

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