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Old 20 November 2011, 12:20 AM   #31
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equal...but

Rolex and panerai share some history...earlier panerai's used rolex movements ...
Obviously, panerai now makes their own, and I own both in house auto,pam 312 and a rolex sub date, I feel they are somewhat comparable in quality ....
However I would put panerai above rolex in exclusivity and perceived luxury. Rolex while reliable and Imho, not as accurate..i realize mechanical watches aren't as accurate so it's no big deal if my watches are off here and there..i enjoy them for many other reasons than just telling time...
Rolex is a safe purchase and therefore very common, but a panerai, it screams individuality and exclusivity...in the end, you can't go wrong but I still feel panerai is a hair above rolex...
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Old 20 November 2011, 01:35 PM   #32
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I enjoyed both for different occasions. Rolex is more formal, reliable, accurate, hold its value (for most of its brands), status and mass. Panerai is casual, fun, exclusive/die hard fans.

Now you've heard all you want to, tell us what you decide. Once you've come over the dark side post some shots of your new baby.
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Old 22 November 2011, 01:54 AM   #33
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Todd, if you are really after a 104, go to P.com and look for a well kept, lightly used one for a good 20% to 25% discount off the price of a new one and I beleive you will be extremely happy in the long run.
thanks for the info. i will have to check this out.
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Old 22 November 2011, 01:56 AM   #34
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fwiw, the 104 is far less desirable than the base manual wind models. they hold their value much better.
this is interesting. what manual wind models hold there value the best? i guess i was just looking at automatics because i ddin't want to have to worry about winding it as long as i was wearing it.
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Old 22 November 2011, 02:11 AM   #35
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imho Rolex quality and attention to detail is superior to Panerai.
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Old 22 November 2011, 02:24 AM   #36
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Rolex while reliable and Imho, not as accurate
This is a dubious statement. My experience is the opposite.
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Old 22 November 2011, 03:04 AM   #37
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Of course not but they are way cooler and so much better lookin'!!!!!!
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Old 22 November 2011, 03:05 AM   #38
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Another opinion from this clown http://uk.askmen.com/fashion/mens-wa...atch-snob.html
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Old 22 November 2011, 03:25 AM   #39
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I have had a Pam90 for about a year and just picked up a white SS Daytona the other night.

With the Panerai on my wrist, I FEEL it. I love it though. I get the wobble also. I have a few custom straps made and change it(very easily) depending on mood. With the Daytona on my wrist I dont feel like Im wearing anything its so light.

I think the Panerai is more recognizable to watch people, while anyone will recognize the Rolex. One of the coolest things is having someone recognize my Panerai when just the crown latch is perceptible outside of my shirt cuff.
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Old 22 November 2011, 03:40 AM   #40
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I can really answer this question exactly. I can say that to me, they both appear to be of exceptional quality. In this moment, I'm completely bored with Rolex. Looking forward playing with strap combos on my new pam 351
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Old 22 November 2011, 04:50 AM   #41
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I would say yes, but then my brand new 351 stopped after 11 days of use.

I think there in house movements need a bit of work to hit, Rolex standards
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Old 22 November 2011, 07:24 AM   #42
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I would say yes, but then my brand new 351 stopped after 11 days of use.

I think there in house movements need a bit of work to hit, Rolex standards
ultimately, i think you are probably right. and i feel your pain, while praying that i don't actually feel your pain. that said, i have seen few posts about rollies stopping as well.

i think probably rolex is a better brand. but certainly not to the point that an amateur such as myself would ever even notice.
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Old 22 November 2011, 08:11 AM   #43
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No! But this is just my personal experience (Clumsy, rattle and shake, unprecise).
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