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BMess · 17 January 2021, 08:51 AM

Been wanting to add something to my one watch collection (DJ41) for a while but didn't want a Rolex. I decided I wanted a Panerai although I have a very small wrist (6.25" at the biggest). I had tried on my uncle's Panerai a few years ago but didn't like that case (000 or 111 or 112 cant remember). I was just about to write Panerai off as not being for me when I stopped by a local AD last weekend and tried on the 42mm submersible. I really liked it but the strap was too big. I was pretty sure I was going to buy the submersible so I ordered the XS strap myself so when it came in I could go buy the submersible the same day. I spent the next week researching Panerai and looking to see if there were any other models that I'd like more than the submersible. My DJ is fairly flashy and I wanted something durable and rugged. I was looking for a true do anything watch that I never have to think about or worry if it gets scratched or beat up. The submersible was the obvious choice. However, I stumbled upon an Instagram user named @Azcii with a beautiful Pam 995. I saw the MSRP is a bit more expense than the 42mm submersible and decided against spending that much. I go to an AD this morning with a large Panerai display (not the original AD where I tried on the submersible) to see if they might have other models that I could try. Not only did they have a 42mm submersible, but they also had a 995 sitting in the case waiting to be sold. I loved the 995 even more in person than I did in pictures. I had the AD put my OEM XS strap on the submersible and I tried it on. It fit great and felt even better. I then tried on the 995 and didn't feel comfortable at all. The AD then put my OEM XS submersible strap on the 995 just so I could get a feel for what the 995 feels like with the OEM strap and I still didn't feel comfortable even though I thought the 995 was a more striking watch. I decided to go with the 42mm submersible (back at the original AD) and I'm very happy with my decision.

I've heard people are unimpressed with the movement in the 42mm submersible but I don't care too much about that. As long as it works I'm happy. I also have an 8 year warranty and I suspect I'll be trading in the 42mm submersible for the 47mm submersible in the future (the owner of the AD told me he'll happily buy my 42mm back and give me a good deal on the 47mm when the time comes).

On to the pictures:

For reference, here is the 47mm submersible on my 42mm XS strap:

And here are some of the 995:

walds11 · 17 January 2021, 09:20 AM

Amazing timepiece!

Rugged it is! My 959 says hi.

BMess · 17 January 2021, 12:50 PM

JonaG · 17 January 2021, 12:54 PM

Congrats, looks great and a perfect opposite of the DJ.

Urosfan · 17 January 2021, 12:59 PM

congrats

HL65 · 17 January 2021, 06:59 PM

Congrats!

Bucky · 17 January 2021, 07:17 PM

Nice Submersible. Tried one on a while back pre covid when you go get to the stores. Am still undecided on wether to go 42mm or 47mm. Either 683, 1389 or 793. Funny you mention you have small wrists and went with the 42mm but will trade up to the 47mm? Why do you think you will trade to the 47mm? Why did you not just get the 47mm straight away?
Have been looking at photos I took and not sure if as a daily wearer the 47mm will just be to big.

mikkoi · 17 January 2021, 10:46 PM

Congratulations!

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brandrea · 17 January 2021, 11:06 PM

Congratulations Harrison, looks great on you

Joearch · 17 January 2021, 11:52 PM

Great choice. 42 looks perfect, thats why they make it. I have a blend of Rolex and Panerai and think make an excellent blended collection. Wnjoy.

enjoythemusic · 18 January 2021, 12:29 AM

EXCELLENT choice, looks great on your wrist too.

Cru Jones · 18 January 2021, 08:55 AM

Very nice, congrats!

mailman · 18 January 2021, 08:22 PM

Congratulations

eonflux · 19 January 2021, 04:23 AM

Congrats!!!

The Sub looks great on your wrist!

56Diver · 19 January 2021, 05:04 AM

NICE WATCH, looks great

BMess · 19 January 2021, 08:45 AM

Well long story short, I returned the 683 this morning. Although I really like the look of the watch, I don't like the movement inside of it and I regretted not getting the larger 47mm 1389 submersible. My AD let me return the 683 and instead buy the 1389! It's currently too big for me to wear (the strap is huge but it fits fine when on the 42mm XS strap) so the OEM XS rubber will be delivered on Wednesday. I will update with wrist shots then but for the time being here are some pictures:

And this is it on the 42mm XS strap:

walds11 · 19 January 2021, 09:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HarrisonK

Well long story short, I returned the 683 this morning. Although I really like the look of the watch, I don't like the movement inside of it and I regretted not getting the larger 47mm 1389 submersible. My AD let me return the 683 and instead buy the 1389! It's currently too big for me to wear (the strap is huge but it fits fine when on the 42mm XS strap) so the OEM XS rubber will be delivered on Wednesday. I will update with wrist shots then but for the time being here are some pictures:

And this is it on the 42mm XS strap:

I wouldn’t get too hung up on the movement. It is still a decent movement that keeps great time. And 42mm is a great daily wear size for us pencil wrist fellas.

Anyway, the 1389 looks like a giant on your wrist. As long as you are comfortable with it, that’s all that matters.

BNA/LION · 19 January 2021, 11:04 AM

Congratulations!

danwang0520 · 19 January 2021, 05:13 PM

Congrats!

Bosstime · 19 January 2021, 05:25 PM

congrats on this one

Jfo122 · 19 January 2021, 05:26 PM

Beautiful piece. Wear proudly

56Diver · 19 January 2021, 08:51 PM

Well congrats on the 1389, I have had mine for 5 months and really like it.

MattyMac · 24 February 2021, 11:05 AM

Congratulations

jbreeden · 24 February 2021, 11:07 AM

Congrats!

RJG · 24 February 2021, 11:19 AM

That's a clean looking collection right there. Very cool !

WalterE · 24 February 2021, 08:44 PM

Congrats! You made the right decision regarding size. The 42 mm submersible fits your wrist very nicely!

riverline3 · 25 February 2021, 08:41 AM

Congrats

Minimalist · 26 February 2021, 07:18 AM

Congrats, the 47mm is a typical Panerai size, so if it wears big it's just part of the Panerai heritage. Looks great. Enjoy it.

jackminny15 · 26 February 2021, 10:39 AM

How are you liking it, OP?

BMess · 27 February 2021, 03:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jackminny15

How are you liking it, OP?

I love it! So glad I got the 47mm. I'm actually thinking about selling the Rolex and buying a second Panerai. Between hating the Rolex hype and loving the Panerai community, its a very real possibility that I'll be adding a second Panerai soon.

Regardless, some pictures. I have a few straps already from some great makers including Yusk, Vintager, DiStefano, and my current favorite (far and away) Cordes:

17 January 2021, 08:51 AM	#1
BMess "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NYC Metro Posts: 645	Incoming. First timer Been wanting to add something to my one watch collection (DJ41) for a while but didn't want a Rolex. I decided I wanted a Panerai although I have a very small wrist (6.25" at the biggest). I had tried on my uncle's Panerai a few years ago but didn't like that case (000 or 111 or 112 cant remember). I was just about to write Panerai off as not being for me when I stopped by a local AD last weekend and tried on the 42mm submersible. I really liked it but the strap was too big. I was pretty sure I was going to buy the submersible so I ordered the XS strap myself so when it came in I could go buy the submersible the same day. I spent the next week researching Panerai and looking to see if there were any other models that I'd like more than the submersible. My DJ is fairly flashy and I wanted something durable and rugged. I was looking for a true do anything watch that I never have to think about or worry if it gets scratched or beat up. The submersible was the obvious choice. However, I stumbled upon an Instagram user named @Azcii with a beautiful Pam 995. I saw the MSRP is a bit more expense than the 42mm submersible and decided against spending that much. I go to an AD this morning with a large Panerai display (not the original AD where I tried on the submersible) to see if they might have other models that I could try. Not only did they have a 42mm submersible, but they also had a 995 sitting in the case waiting to be sold. I loved the 995 even more in person than I did in pictures. I had the AD put my OEM XS strap on the submersible and I tried it on. It fit great and felt even better. I then tried on the 995 and didn't feel comfortable at all. The AD then put my OEM XS submersible strap on the 995 just so I could get a feel for what the 995 feels like with the OEM strap and I still didn't feel comfortable even though I thought the 995 was a more striking watch. I decided to go with the 42mm submersible (back at the original AD) and I'm very happy with my decision. I've heard people are unimpressed with the movement in the 42mm submersible but I don't care too much about that. As long as it works I'm happy. I also have an 8 year warranty and I suspect I'll be trading in the 42mm submersible for the 47mm submersible in the future (the owner of the AD told me he'll happily buy my 42mm back and give me a good deal on the 47mm when the time comes). On to the pictures: For reference, here is the 47mm submersible on my 42mm XS strap: And here are some of the 995:

17 January 2021, 09:20 AM	#2
walds11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Adam Location: Philly ‘burbs Posts: 5,632	Amazing timepiece! Rugged it is! My 959 says hi. __________________ Adam

17 January 2021, 12:54 PM	#4
JonaG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: East Watch: ... Posts: 1,171	Congrats, looks great and a perfect opposite of the DJ. __________________ Yacht-Master 126622, GMT-Master II 16710, Submariner 114060, Sea-Dweller 16600, Panerai Luminor PAM111 Lange Saxonia Moon Phase 384.029, Tudor Black Bay Harrods M79230G.

17 January 2021, 06:59 PM	#6
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,385	Congrats! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

18 January 2021, 12:29 AM	#11
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 19,405	EXCELLENT choice, looks great on your wrist too. __________________ __________________ “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow! What a Ride!'” -- Hunter S. Thompson Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

17 January 2021, 12:50 PM	#3
BMess "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NYC Metro Posts: 645

17 January 2021, 12:59 PM	#5
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	congrats

17 January 2021, 07:17 PM	#7
Bucky "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: UK Posts: 592	Nice Submersible. Tried one on a while back pre covid when you go get to the stores. Am still undecided on wether to go 42mm or 47mm. Either 683, 1389 or 793. Funny you mention you have small wrists and went with the 42mm but will trade up to the 47mm? Why do you think you will trade to the 47mm? Why did you not just get the 47mm straight away? Have been looking at photos I took and not sure if as a daily wearer the 47mm will just be to big.

17 January 2021, 10:46 PM	#8
mikkoi "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Real Name: Mikko Location: Finland Posts: 1,437	Congratulations! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

17 January 2021, 11:06 PM	#9
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,576	Congratulations Harrison, looks great on you

17 January 2021, 11:52 PM	#10
Joearch 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Joe Location: Los Angeles Watch: Daytona + GMT BLNR Posts: 4,471	Great choice. 42 looks perfect, thats why they make it. I have a blend of Rolex and Panerai and think make an excellent blended collection. Wnjoy.

18 January 2021, 08:55 AM	#12
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,474	Very nice, congrats!

18 January 2021, 08:22 PM	#13
mailman TRF Moderator & DATE-JUST41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,357	Congratulations __________________ JJ

19 January 2021, 04:23 AM	#14
eonflux "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SNA Posts: 3,614	Congrats!!! The Sub looks great on your wrist!

19 January 2021, 05:04 AM	#15
56Diver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: USA Posts: 102	NICE WATCH, looks great

19 January 2021, 08:45 AM	#16
BMess "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NYC Metro Posts: 645	Well long story short, I returned the 683 this morning. Although I really like the look of the watch, I don't like the movement inside of it and I regretted not getting the larger 47mm 1389 submersible. My AD let me return the 683 and instead buy the 1389! It's currently too big for me to wear (the strap is huge but it fits fine when on the 42mm XS strap) so the OEM XS rubber will be delivered on Wednesday. I will update with wrist shots then but for the time being here are some pictures: And this is it on the 42mm XS strap:

19 January 2021, 11:04 AM	#18
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19 January 2021, 05:13 PM	#19
danwang0520 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Daniel Location: Taipei, Taiwan Watch: my signature Posts: 2,669	Congrats!

19 January 2021, 05:25 PM	#20
Bosstime Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Mars Posts: 239	congrats on this one

19 January 2021, 05:26 PM	#21
Jfo122 Banned Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: USA Posts: 207	Beautiful piece. Wear proudly

24 February 2021, 11:05 AM	#23
MattyMac "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: FLORIDA Watch: ing my language Posts: 122	Congratulations __________________ Matt aka Matty 16610K, Rolex / Panerai 3646, PAM 390, 126600, 116660-Blue, 126610LV, 126710BLRO

24 February 2021, 11:07 AM	#24
jbreeden "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Real Name: James Location: georgia Watch: 116234 Posts: 528	Congrats!

24 February 2021, 11:19 AM	#25
RJG "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Real Name: Jim Location: Seattle Watch: 116610LN Posts: 404	That's a clean looking collection right there. Very cool !

24 February 2021, 08:44 PM	#26
WalterE "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2021 Location: Europe Watch: Too many says wife Posts: 341	Congrats! You made the right decision regarding size. The 42 mm submersible fits your wrist very nicely!

25 February 2021, 08:41 AM	#27
riverline3 Banned Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: usa Posts: 104	Congrats

26 February 2021, 07:18 AM	#28
Minimalist "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: London Posts: 1,214	Congrats, the 47mm is a typical Panerai size, so if it wears big it's just part of the Panerai heritage. Looks great. Enjoy it.

26 February 2021, 10:39 AM	#29
jackminny15 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Minnesota Watch: Always changin' Posts: 891	How are you liking it, OP?

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