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B. Doggy · 1 January 2012, 02:03 AM

So now that I've had this piece for a few days now and worn it out a several times, I have a few observations. It's a large piece, the biggest I've owned and anticipate owning. The first thing my wife said is: "I like the dial but it's HUGE!" Yup. Supposed to be, babe.

It's a watch that works well on the weekends and for less formal affairs, a "fun" watch if you will.

I'd say that the 372 actually wears larger than my late BP, primarily due to the no fuss dial it has. A vintage AMMO adds to the large appearance. It also sits higher on the wrist, albeit much lower profile than other PAM's. The faux patina is subtle yet apparent.

The watch really does hit almost all points IMHO. I have to get used to the plexi as it will attract scratches, which are more apparent on a dial this size and clean.

The movement is lovely to look at and winding is as buttery as the 190.

Panerai did an excellent job with the engravings and overall look on the back of the watch. In all, superb!

esm · 1 January 2012, 02:13 AM

very nice Bryan. still have a soft spot for the PAM372

it looks great on ya matey

have my name down for the PAM422 for 2012... will see what happens.

maybe there will be something else taking my fancy at the SIHH 2012

nauticajoe · 1 January 2012, 03:54 AM

She's a beauty Bryan.

watchdaddy1 · 1 January 2012, 04:20 AM

ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT Pam...I'm GREEN w/ envy Bryan

My AD will never have it in

so I went w/ a 312 to fill the void..
Waiting still..................................

jvo300 · 1 January 2012, 05:13 AM

Thanks for sharing Bryan. Happy New Year and congrats again!

zlin08033 · 1 January 2012, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by watchdaddy1

ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT Pam...I'm GREEN w/ envy Bryan

My AD will never have it in

so I went w/ a 312 to fill the void..
Waiting still..................................

Why not give NY boutique a call? You'll get it sooner I think. I never put my name on their list, called them and have it within a week.

B. Doggy · 1 January 2012, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by zlin08033

Why not give NY boutique a call? You'll get it sooner I think. I never put my name on their list, called them and have it within a week.

Agreed! They are trickling to AD's now though. I got mine from one.

mdtddd2007 · 1 January 2012, 01:00 PM

Looks great!!! Congrats...

Psmith · 1 January 2012, 02:52 PM

Very nice 'SuperBase'

MCHI09 · 1 January 2012, 02:55 PM

Really nice watch Brian. Think a 6 and 3/4 inch wrist can handle it? I am pursuing it likely sight unseen and worry about the lugs dangling over the sides of my skinny wrist!

ocwatching · 1 January 2012, 02:57 PM

Great review bud...I love the watch..but I will be too big for my wrist...the BP looks huge on me and the 372 will be even bigger...

Enjoy that Beauty of a PAM

dukerules · 2 January 2012, 01:43 AM

Bryan,
I agree with your observations. My overall impression is that this is an absolutely outstanding watch, and I truly think I like it better than the 127. I really couldn't be happier. It does wear big, no doubt, but I love the size. I think it is one piece which will look even better with some wear and tear, scratches, etc.

B. Doggy · 2 January 2012, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by MCHI09

Really nice watch Brian. Think a 6 and 3/4 inch wrist can handle it? I am pursuing it likely sight unseen and worry about the lugs dangling over the sides of my skinny wrist!

I'm sure you could handle it. Mik has some pics with one on and it looks fine. I think his wrists are 6.5"

psv · 2 January 2012, 05:12 AM

There is a lot to love about the 372. I'm really glad you are getting along with yours.

Mine has already moved on, simply too big and too much presence for my (somewhat humble) taste. But I do think it is one of the smoothest and nicest Panerai I have ever encountered.

B. Doggy · 2 January 2012, 05:48 AM

There is a lot to love about the 372. I'm really glad you are getting along with yours.

Mine has already moved on, simply too big and too much presence for my (somewhat humble) taste. But I do think it is one of the smoothest and nicest Panerai I have ever encountered.[/QUOTE]

You let yours go, Patrick? How long did you spend with it and what is your wrist size? It's large, even for my tastes, but I know it's not a watch that is to be worn on every occasion. It has its own place in the collection.

psv · 2 January 2012, 12:31 PM

Bryan et al,

I did try it for a few days and I've never been so aware of wearing a watch in my life. It almost gets in the way of life as you have to that precaution not to hit into stuff, make an effort when put on/off sweaters and jackets (luckily I didn't have to try them with gloves) and I found being somewhat self-aware because of it.

I want a watch to accompany me in life, not the other way around.

Still, I think it is a minimalistic and stunning design, and certainly one of the smoothest and highest quality Panerais I ever owned (others being 233, 243, 318 and 418). I know full well that 47mm is the "original" Panerai design and it is "pure DNA" to have one that size, but it is just too big and conspicuous watch for me.

Again, this is my highly personal assessment. I do think the 372, as well as the 382, are drop dead gorgeous and if they rock your world - more power to you. I have a bit of strange collection criteria in that I like to be able to wear any of my watches at any time, I don't keep watch around for special occasions, weekend-wear etc.

Enjoy!

eric23 · 3 January 2012, 02:37 AM

I can not wait to get mine, it will be the biggest watch I own also.

Composite · 12 January 2012, 02:20 AM

eric23 · 12 January 2012, 02:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Composite

Nice Congrats!

RedBaronF2001 · 12 January 2012, 03:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psv

I have a bit of strange collection criteria in that I like to be able to wear any of my watches at any time, I don't keep watch around for special occasions, weekend-wear etc.

Enjoy!

This is a fantastic watch philosophy

Nicekettle · 12 January 2012, 04:45 AM

Beautiful.I agree with your sentiments Patrick.
If only it was 42mm.
I just can't imagine wearing anything that size unless I had the physique of Stalone.

Composite · 12 January 2012, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by eric23

Nice Congrats!

Thanks!

HDHNTER · 12 January 2012, 05:34 AM

44mm is my comfort zone but there's no denying the beauty & appeal of the 372.

1 January 2012, 02:52 PM	#9
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Very nice 'SuperBase' __________________

1 January 2012, 02:57 PM	#11
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,372	Great review bud...I love the watch..but I will be too big for my wrist...the BP looks huge on me and the 372 will be even bigger... Enjoy that Beauty of a PAM __________________ too much into watches...

2 January 2012, 01:43 AM	#12
dukerules "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NC, USA Posts: 681	Bryan, I agree with your observations. My overall impression is that this is an absolutely outstanding watch, and I truly think I like it better than the 127. I really couldn't be happier. It does wear big, no doubt, but I love the size. I think it is one piece which will look even better with some wear and tear, scratches, etc. __________________ Instagram: dukerules

2 January 2012, 05:48 AM	#15
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	There is a lot to love about the 372. I'm really glad you are getting along with yours. Mine has already moved on, simply too big and too much presence for my (somewhat humble) taste. But I do think it is one of the smoothest and nicest Panerai I have ever encountered.[/QUOTE] You let yours go, Patrick? How long did you spend with it and what is your wrist size? It's large, even for my tastes, but I know it's not a watch that is to be worn on every occasion. It has its own place in the collection. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

12 January 2012, 04:45 AM	#21
Nicekettle "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: East Coast Watch: kettle never boils Posts: 61	Beautiful.I agree with your sentiments Patrick. If only it was 42mm. I just can't imagine wearing anything that size unless I had the physique of Stalone. __________________ If i'm here for around 75 years,and I spend a third of it in bed,then you shouldn't worry when i'm half an hour late.

1 January 2012, 02:13 AM	#2
esm "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Location,Location Watch: this, bro... Posts: 15,340	very nice Bryan. still have a soft spot for the PAM372 it looks great on ya matey have my name down for the PAM422 for 2012... will see what happens. maybe there will be something else taking my fancy at the SIHH 2012

1 January 2012, 03:54 AM	#3
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	She's a beauty Bryan.

1 January 2012, 04:20 AM	#4
watchdaddy1 Banned Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: William Location: Az Watch: strap whore Posts: 1,194	ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT Pam...I'm GREEN w/ envy Bryan My AD will never have it in so I went w/ a 312 to fill the void.. Waiting still..................................

1 January 2012, 05:13 AM	#5
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	Thanks for sharing Bryan. Happy New Year and congrats again!

1 January 2012, 01:00 PM	#8
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,657	Looks great!!! Congrats...

1 January 2012, 02:55 PM	#10
MCHI09 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Mark Location: IL Watch: Rolex Posts: 191	Really nice watch Brian. Think a 6 and 3/4 inch wrist can handle it? I am pursuing it likely sight unseen and worry about the lugs dangling over the sides of my skinny wrist!

2 January 2012, 05:12 AM	#14
psv "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North America Posts: 11,062	There is a lot to love about the 372. I'm really glad you are getting along with yours. Mine has already moved on, simply too big and too much presence for my (somewhat humble) taste. But I do think it is one of the smoothest and nicest Panerai I have ever encountered.

2 January 2012, 12:31 PM	#16
psv "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North America Posts: 11,062	Bryan et al, I did try it for a few days and I've never been so aware of wearing a watch in my life. It almost gets in the way of life as you have to that precaution not to hit into stuff, make an effort when put on/off sweaters and jackets (luckily I didn't have to try them with gloves) and I found being somewhat self-aware because of it. I want a watch to accompany me in life, not the other way around. Still, I think it is a minimalistic and stunning design, and certainly one of the smoothest and highest quality Panerais I ever owned (others being 233, 243, 318 and 418). I know full well that 47mm is the "original" Panerai design and it is "pure DNA" to have one that size, but it is just too big and conspicuous watch for me. Again, this is my highly personal assessment. I do think the 372, as well as the 382, are drop dead gorgeous and if they rock your world - more power to you. I have a bit of strange collection criteria in that I like to be able to wear any of my watches at any time, I don't keep watch around for special occasions, weekend-wear etc. Enjoy!

3 January 2012, 02:37 AM	#17
eric23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Eric Location: Calgary Posts: 9,595	I can not wait to get mine, it will be the biggest watch I own also.

12 January 2012, 02:20 AM	#18
Composite "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Germany Posts: 116

12 January 2012, 05:34 AM	#23
HDHNTER "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Real Name: Allen Location: SC Posts: 2,766	44mm is my comfort zone but there's no denying the beauty & appeal of the 372.

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