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Old 9 October 2009, 06:52 PM   #1
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5 vs 312

is it really worth adding $$$ for having a 1950 case, automatic and clear glass for the pam 312 vs the pam 5?

or are there more reasons to choose the 312 over the 5?
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Old 10 October 2009, 12:38 AM   #2
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oh...and you get a date with it...
Panerai has always charged a premium for Auto and in-house...
only you can answer if its worth it...
buy what sings to ya...
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:17 AM   #3
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only you can answer if its worth it...
buy what sings to ya...
+1 Completely agree.

For my money, it would be a 5 or 111.
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:32 AM   #4
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312 is a much more useful watch, kinda like a Rolex Sub.
If I get tired of the Sub, I might look into the 312 or 270.
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:32 AM   #5
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If price doesn't matter I'd go 312 all the way. This piece has been compared to Panerai's flagship model, the 233, on many occasions. Pretty flattering considering it's about half the price.
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Old 10 October 2009, 01:36 AM   #6
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My previous Luminor was a 5'er and I traded that away and recently got a 312. So far I'd say it's worth the premium. They are two totally different watches though despite both wearing the crown guard. The think most of the premium over the 5 stems from the in-house movement and completely difference case.
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Old 10 October 2009, 02:05 AM   #7
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If I were you, I will go for 312. Good luck whatever you choose.
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Old 10 October 2009, 04:22 AM   #8
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005 is a pretty scarce PAM.A nice buy !!
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Old 10 October 2009, 04:50 AM   #9
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312 is nice w/ a clear back & date w/ no cyclops. keep in mind its a brushed stainless & gives it a different look.
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Old 10 October 2009, 06:07 AM   #10
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they are very diffrent.... diffrent case .. diffrent movement.. diffrent functions... whicever ones feels and looks better for you is the one...
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Old 10 October 2009, 06:03 PM   #11
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I don't have a 5, but I do have a 312. I like it alot and personally think it is worth the money. Good luck!
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Old 11 October 2009, 03:14 AM   #12
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great feedback guys

Guess i gotta start saving up for a 312 already....
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Old 11 October 2009, 03:16 AM   #13
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If price doesn't matter I'd go 312 all the way. This piece has been compared to Panerai's flagship model, the 233, on many occasions. Pretty flattering considering it's about half the price.
Exactly one of my main reasons of considering a 312....Thanks
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Old 15 October 2009, 04:21 AM   #14
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312...need i say more?!!!
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